Malvern Preparatory School

418 South Warren Avenue

Malvern, PA 19355

9 Reviews

School District
Grade

6-12
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 13, 2024

As a parent I wouldn’t make the same choice I did to begin with. Pulled my son after 3 years because he went from being a kind respectful young man to one who used slurs, cheated in classes and very aggressive. It’s because the coaches treat them as though they can do no wrong. After removing him from Malvern my wife and I noticed a drastic improvement in his behavior. It cannot be a coincidence
Submitted by parent on January 04, 2021

Not a good school- only good for the rich and privileged.
Submitted by parent on July 06, 2018

My son graduated in 2003 and went on the receive his M.D./PhD. He was challenged academically, athletically and spiritually. If I had another son I would have gladly made the sacrifice to send him to Malvern Prep as well.
Submitted by parent on October 21, 2015

Malvern is an excellent school with a broad range of academics, athletics, and activities with which the boys can be involved. There is ALWAYS something to do on campus. My son started in 6th grade and although more academic in nature, has also participated in many sports and activities. I particularly like the Christian Service aspect of the school.Some of the facilities are a bit dated, and although I was not a fan of all the new "21st century learning" at first, it has grown on me (although needs to be moderated..there is still room for classical educational methods). The cost is high and has gone up quite a bit in recent years. This is one of the more prohibitive elements of the school and, combined with some dated facilities and slight over-emphasis on 21st century learning, has be drop it drop it from 5 to 4 stars.
Submitted by parent on November 10, 2014

Once a great school, Malvern prep has had a major drop over the past two years. The new head of schools has been a disappointment. When he speaks to parents, he loves using bumper sticker education jargon..."21st century education", "1 to 1" etc. Meanwhile, my senior has been struggling with the new system and I know his teachers also have had issues. I will not be sending my 8th grader to Malvern for High School.
Submitted by other on April 10, 2014

Malvern is easily one of the most underrated private schools in the Philadelphia area. As a student, I found the academics both challenging and enriching. There is an ideal balance of academics, activities, and spirituality, so the student body is well-rounded and prepared for leadership roles. The new Head of School is truly making bounds of progress in incorporating more diversity and project based learning. Your son will enter as a boy and will leave prepared for almost anything in college and beyond. A word to the wise: Malvern's athletic programs are well regarded but not at all are the primary focus of the school.
Submitted by other on July 18, 2012

As a student who graduated from this school, who came back to coach, and I am planning on sending my first child in the next few years, Malvern is in incredible school that opens up unique doors to life. Malvern has focused on creating modern "renaissance men" by making their students focus on Academics, arts, and sports, which in turn helps them later in life in their careers, and in getting into top tier schools. I myself attending a top 10 university. In the greater Philadelphia area, Malvern also opens you up to a network of Malvern Alums willing to help one another out (I have had 2 college students intern for me who were Malvern grads), and access to a greater network of Inter-ac league former students. Malvern Men become friends in middle and high school, and remain that way for life. It is a life long bond that few lucky enough to have.
Submitted by parent on June 14, 2012

Great school. My son attended, went to an Ivy League school, and is now attending a top tier law school. He enjoyed every minute of it and still is extremely close with his classmates. He didn't play on any varsity sports teams and it made no difference. He attained a great education and built lifelong relationships.
Submitted by parent on December 12, 2011

Many parents send their kids to Malvern Prep so they can put the MP sticker on the rear window. The school is great if your son takes full advantage of everything it offers otherwise the $27k is better spent somewhere else. If nothing else, the kids enter a network that takes care of its' own for the rest of their lives.