St Edward’s College

Focus

Personal and academic excellence

Day fees 2025/26

$3,100-$17,800

Boarding fees 2025/26

$34,400-$56,700

Term dates

• Term 1: 24 September to 18 December 2025
• Term 2: 8 January to 27 March 2026
• Term 3: 13 April to 26 June 2026

Ages

2-18

Pupil count

680

Spear’s Review

This intimate school – there are just under 700 pupils ranging in age from 2 to 18 – provides a truly international education on the island of Malta for the local population and visitors finding a foothold in the European Union.

St Edward’s has steadily grown from its origins in an old hospital in 1929, developing into a handsome campus complete with extensive sports facilities, science labs, boarding houses and a chapel. 

The school follows the academic principles of ‘thinking, understanding and learning’ to ensure that each pupil receives the skills they need to succeed. In 2025, St Edward’s began its transition from a boys-only school to a fully co-educational model.

Academics

In 2025:

• Average IB score was 32.0

Head teacher

Nollaig Mac an Bhaird has been headmaster at St Edward’s since 2015. He previously had roles at schools in the Netherlands, and holds degrees from Trinity College Dublin and the University of New Hampshire.

University and college destinations

Many students at St Edward's College in Malta progress to prestigious universities both locally and internationally. Graduates have successfully gained admission to top institutions in the United Kingdom, including the University of Oxford, University College London and Imperial College London. Others have pursued higher education at renowned universities in the United States, Australia and across Europe.

Admissions

The admissions process at St Edward’s College in Malta involves submitting an application form, followed by an assessment that may include an interview and review of academic records. For entry into the secondary school, students are expected to demonstrate academic potential. For Sixth Form, applicants must have completed their (I)GCSEs or equivalent qualifications with strong results.

Accessibility

Malta International Airport: 15 minutes

Location

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