Perfect weekends at Marlborough College Malaysia

There is the option to take part in creative pursuits such as ceramics

When the last bell rings on Friday afternoon, it signals the start of another fun-packed weekend for boarders at Marlborough College Malaysia (MCM) – a time when the campus community gathers together to enjoy a range of enriching experiences with friends. And with the addition of even more weekend activities on offer, pupils are relishing the chance to explore new hobbies, from kayaking to ceramics, to climbing and lifesaving skills.

Each Saturday morning, boarders start their day with a buffet breakfast in the dining hall before diving into their chosen activity, specifically tailored for their age group. Pupils can opt for either “active” or “creative” pursuits, ensuring that they find something that matches their interests, as well as giving them the chance to learn something new. Over the course of five weeks, pupils are guided by specialist teachers and taught the basic skills needed before being set a final challenge. For instance, boarders may learn how to kayak and paddleboard on the college lake before taking part in a final skills test, or they might learn how to operate a pottery wheel before making their own ceramics.

“Pupils enjoy a truly holistic education and become all-rounders”

Pupils enjoy new experiences such as learning to paddleboard on the college lake

University & beyond

Mr. Tolba, Boarding Activities Co-ordinator at MCM, explained that “the benefits of expanding our boarding activities programme means that pupils enjoy a truly holistic education and become all-rounders, gaining experiences in all kinds of activities and building skills that will help prepare them for university and beyond.”

As well as the offerings on Saturday morning, boarders also have the opportunity to participate in weekend trips such as going to the cinema, visiting Legoland, or taking a day trip to Singapore. There is also time to simply relax and enjoy the college facilities, and many boarders make use of the swimming pool, sports pitches, and tennis courts.

MCM’s dedication to the evolving weekend programme for boarders is part of its award-winning pastoral and boarding care, which has recently led to the opening of two additional boarding houses this academic year. Boarders enjoy a real “home-from-home’ experience”, with plenty of teachers living on campus, creating a supportive community that pupils love. With so much fun to be had, it’s easy to see why boarders at MCM thoroughly enjoy their weekends.

To find out more about boarding at Marlborough College Malaysia email [email protected] or visit www.marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org for more information.

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