St Edward’s College, one of the oldest and most prestigious independent schools in Malta, announced a historic milestone: the school will transition to a fully co-educational model starting in September 2025.

This development marks the next chapter in the school’s long history, as St Edward’s consolidates its commitment to providing an inclusive and forward-thinking education, the educational institution wrote in a statement.

Founded in 1929 as a boys' boarding school, St Edward's has a legacy of academic excellence, character development, and leadership preparation. Over the years, the College gradually evolved, introducing co-education at the nursery and International Baccalaureate (IB) levels.

“The decision to adopt a fully co-educational environment follows substantial discussions and research ensuring that the new environment meets the needs of modern families while upholding the school's core values,” added the statement.

The transition will be implemented gradually and incrementally starting from the KG2 cohort and moving together into Year one in 2025. This phased approach will allow the College to “carefully manage the transition and support the community throughout the process.”

Headmaster Nollaig Mac an Bhaird expressed his enthusiasm for the transition: “St Edward’s has always been about nurturing the talents of young people and preparing them for the challenges of the future.”

He said that moving to a full co-educational model will enrich the learning environment, allowing boys and girls to grow together, collaborate, and learn from one another in a supportive, dynamic community.

Mr Mac an Bhaird added that the incremental approach would ensure a smooth transition for current and future students alike, maintaining stability and continuity across the school.

For more information about the transition or to explore the opportunities at St Edward’s College, click here or contact the Admissions Office at [email protected].