Primary Assessment Strategy

All Primary School students will sit some form of written assessment during the admissions process at MCE, while older students (for entrance to Year 4 and above) will also undertake an online cognitive ability test. Written assessments are largely designed to give the College an indication of the child’s ability within the reading and writing of English. For students to be able to access the demands of the MCE curriculum they not only need a secure level of English language proficiency but must also demonstrate strong overall academic abilities.

As part of the entrance assessment process, all students will meet one or more members of the academic staff. During these meetings, students will be asked a range of questions to explore their approach/attitude toward learning. Although academic background and potential are important factors within our admission process, we also put equal weighting into the overall potential for the child to be an active learner in all aspects of life. From sporting achievements to community service, the College appreciates the influence co-curricular activities can have on a child’s ability to flourish and achieve at school.

Requests can be emailed to admissions@malverncollege.edu.eg. Feedback on your requests will be processed within a week of receiving it.