Frequently Asked Questions
Is your school
recognized?
The school has
been fully licensed by the Ministry of Education since 1992. Its
courses are accredited by the Euro University and IMI.
Where is it
located?
In Kappara/San Gwann minutes away from
Sliema, Gzira, St. Julian’s and Paceville. See school map at
http://educationmalta.com/mapschool.html
Are you close to
the beach?
The closest
popular beach is in Sliema, only about five minutes away by local
transport.
Do you have
internet facilities?
Yes and its
available free of charge.
How many
classrooms do you have?
Our main
building has 13 classrooms. During the summer months we will have
another 30 classrooms available.
What is the
average size of your classes?
Winter months 2
to 8 and summer months 6 to 12 students per class
How safe is
Malta?
Malta
is one of the safest places in the world.
Do you offer
help with visas?
We definitely
do. For entry visa information to
Malta
see
http://educationmalta.com/visa.html
How do I
recognize you at the airport?
Our
representative will meet you holding an EEC logo sign. In the
event that you need visa assistance, then our representative will meeting
you at the arrivals lounge before passport control and will assist
you with your entry visa.
What the weather
like in
Malta?
Summer months
from 28C to 32C and in winter months from 8C to 25C. Sunny most
of the year.
What is the
minimum age to attend a program?
Minimum is 8 years of age.
What level of
language skill do I have to have?
None, we accept all levels from complete beginners to advanced
levels.
Do I have to take a
placement test?
Yes, an English placement test is given the first day at school.
The test lasts approximately 90 minutes. This allows us to
evaluate your language skills and helps us place you in the
correct classes.
How often do courses start?
We are open all year and courses start every day from Monday to
Friday.
How long can I go
for?
Most of our programs are very flexible and you can select your
length of time, from 1 to 52 weeks in length. It is recommended
however that one should take at least a minimum course of 4 weeks.
Do I receive a
certificate at the end of the program?
Yes, you will receive a certificate according to the level you
have achieved.
How are host
families chosen?
We require that the families live within a reasonable distance
from school, have ample living space, live in a clean, safe,
comfortable environment, and enjoy hosting international
students. We provide free transport to school for host families
that are more then 15 minutes walk away from school.
Do you organise
excursions on the weekend?
Yes, we had a full and daily programme during the summer months.
In winter we organise weekend excursions.
Will I meet anyone
if I go alone?
Yes of course. You will meet other people with an interest in learning
a language and discovering another culture. Not only will you meet
other language travellers but you'll meet locals as well, at the
school, in your homestay and as you travel.
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