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This time of year is a wonderful opportunity to teach our children about charity and generosity, and one way to instil these values is by choosing a school that prioritises outreach as part of its curriculum. Marlborough College Malaysia (MCM) has compassion, companionship and conversation at the heart of its educational philosophy and these values feed into all aspects of school life.
At Marlborough College Malaysia, outreach and service activities take place year-round. Pupils are encouraged to recognise the benefits of giving back, both for themselves and for those in need.
Pupils have a myriad of ways to get involved, not just through fundraising, but also by offering their time to others. This Christmas, pupils will once again take part in the Shoebox Appeal which sees them donating a shoebox full of Christmas gifts for orphanages and refugee schools in the area. Last year over 450 boxes were collected.
Sixth Form students take the lead in organising a variety of fundraising events through the ‘Raising and Giving Society’ including food and clothing drives, charity music nights, and activity days for local schools. They also lead educational sessions for local orphanages and visit elderly care homes.
“Pupils recognise the benefits of giving back for themselves and for those in need”
But it’s not only through outreach that the College embraces the spirit of giving back. As a not-for-profit organisation, MCM reinvests all surplus funds into enhancing the educational experience for its pupils. Take the ongoing development of the lake area, which began in 2021. The College constructed a jetty for watersports, added more paddleboards and kayaks and replenished local fish populations to create a nature reserve. This year, a scenic path around the lake was also established for nature walks, enriching the school’s outdoor learning environment.
This spirit of giving is also something that visitors to the College comment upon frequently, for example, MCM recently achieved BSO accreditation recognising that they provide a high-quality British education similar to that found in leading independent schools in England. Inspectors commented that “Engagement with the local community features highly in school life. Pupils support around six school charities for which there is a variety of fundraising activities and events. They engage actively to demonstrate high levels of social responsibility.”
In a world where kindness and generosity are more important than ever, Marlborough College Malaysia embodies the true spirit of giving, making it an outstanding place for pupils to learn and grow.
To find out more about outreach at Marlborough College Malaysia email admissions@marlboroughcollege.my or visit www.marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org for more information.
Marlborough College Malaysia
Jalan Marlborough, Iskandar Puteri, Johor 79200 Malaysia
+60 7 560 2200
www.marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org
Marlborough College Malaysia
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