European School of English

General English courses for adults are extremely popular. By following a General English group course of 20 or 30 lessons per week, you develop all your core language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and improve your general level of English and understanding in all areas of language knowledge. This means that you study and improve grammar in context, expand your vocabulary around everyday topics and improve your pronunciation. By the end of your course you can expect to be a more confident and fluent user of English.

General English 30 for 30 is designed specifically for students in the 30 plus age bracket.

ETI offers mature students the opportunity to mix and socialise in the ETI lounge, a stylish and independent environment with amenities such as coffee machines, PCs, newspapers and other reading materials where students can relax, chat and meet up with other mature students.

Students booking this course will follow 30 lessons (22.5 hours) per week of language input. Lessons will focus on improving your accuracy, fluency and confidence in your use of the English language. You will have the opportunity to refresh your knowledge of grammar and put it into practice, refine your pronunciation and broaden your vocabulary. Additionally, you will develop all your core language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and improve your general level of English. By the end of your course you can expect to be a more confident, accurate and fluent user of English.

You can continue to improve your English through self-study by accessing our ETI e-Learning programme from the time you enrol until three months after you finish your course. The e-Learning is included in the package price for all ETI students.

Our Intensive English course is one of the most popular courses at ESE in Malta and is ideal for adults who would like to improve their English level in a shorter time frame. By combining group study sessions with one-to-one lessons, you enjoy the benefit of group interaction and the opportunity to focus on any particular areas of English language during the one-to-one sessions with you teacher.

Individual lessons with a teacher allow you to focus on your specific learning needs and objectives. Your teacher carries out a needs analysis with you at the start of your course to determine which language skills and areas of language you wish to focus on so the course content is developed entirely around your needs. When booking Private Tuition, you enjoy the full benefits of the teacher’s individual attention. 

Following a Business English course allows you to improve your English for career or work purposes. The course will help you develop the core language skills which are necessary for business such as listening, speaking, reading and business writing. You will you become more fluent and confident meeting other business people speaking about business-related topics. In addition, you will develop your knowledge of language (grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation) in the context of general business topics.

By following an English for Work course, you will become more fluent and confident in your use of English. You will also expand general English and work-related vocabulary and learn functional language to help you with your job.

The English for Work course is made up of General English lessons (20 lessons) and 10 lessons which focus specifically on English for Work. You will improve your level of general English, learn language items and important phrases which you need to prepare for and take an interview, start a new job and get to know new colleagues at work. Throughout the course, you will have many opportunities to practise your new functional language in real workplace scenarios.

The 50+ programme is designed for mature students who wish to study exclusively with other students of a similar age to themselves. It is based on ‘Everyday English’ and is for mature students who wish to learn useful phrases and functional language for travel and everyday situations. The course is delivered at a more leisurely pace so you develop fluency in a casual and informal learning environment.

The exciting family pack course is a great way to combine a holiday with studying English in Malta. Our family pack has been designed to cater for the whole family combining a General English 20 course with first class accommodation at The George Urban Boutique Hotel situated directly opposite the school or at the newly renovated Salini Resort.

Parents can follow a General English course whilst the accompanying children (8-18 years) can participate in the Young Learners’ or Teens’ programme.

The Cambridge Main Suite of exams are available at authorised centres all over the world and they are recognised by employers and universities as Secure English Language Tests (in the UK, for example). You can prepare for any of the Cambridge range of exams (offered at various levels PET, FCE, CAE and CPE) at ESE although the exam you sit for will depend on your level of English on entry into the exam preparation course. The result you receive on your certificate certifies the language level you have achieved. Exams are held three to four times a year.

ESE prepares you for the TOEIC test. The TOEIC ® test is recognised worldwide and measures and certifies your level of English in an international business environment. The TOEIC ® tests are widely accepted as an English proficiency test for recruitment purposes and by universities for admission or graduation purposes. These tests come in two forms – the Listening and Reading Test (2 hours) and the Speaking and Writing Test (1 hour and 20 mins).

The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is becoming increasingly popular and is for students who need an internationally-recognised certificate for admission into undergraduate or postgraduate university courses where English is the medium of instruction. The certificate is sometimes required as proof of level of English proficiency for career purposes. The IELTS exam is held in Malta every month.

The TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language – internet-based) is for students who need an internationally-recognised certificate as proof of their level of English language proficiency for further academic study and for visa purposes. TOEFL is an admission requirement for non-native speakers at North American and Canadian universities and may also be accepted instead of IELTS by other English-speaking universities.The test measures your ability to use and understand academic English at college and university leveI.

The Young Learners programme is specially designed for our youngest ESE students. The programme is an all-inclusive package which includes dynamic lessons, age-appropriate activities and return transport to/from all activities, school and residence. A Learning Facilitator, who is also a qualified EFL teacher, accompanies your child during lessons and on activities so that you can rest assured that your child is under a watchful (and friendly!) eye.

The Junior Camp programme is an all-inclusive package for 11 – 13 year olds which comprises engaging lessons, activities which are specially selected for this age group, and return transport to/from all activities, school and residence.

The ESE Teen Club programme is an all-inclusive package for 14 – 17 year olds. The programme includes dynamic and interesting English lessons, age appropriate activities and return transport from/to school, all ESE-organised activities, residence and designated pick-up points close to Host Families.

The Young Adults English summer courses in Malta is for more independent teens who would like more flexibility and less supervision during their study holiday at ESE. While students booked on this English summer course do not have curfews, our monitors are at hand to check daily class attendance.

This two-week Milan Junior Camp and English package is designed purposely for 10 – 16 year old girls and boys who love football. The package allows them to combine professional football training with a General English course at ESE.

Personal tennis coaching sessions are available to book as an optional extra activity.
These sessions can be added to the Young Learners, Junior Camp and Teen Club programmes. Tennis coaching sessions are held on an hourly basis with a professional coach and take place at the Salini Resort tennis courts.
These sessions should be booked alongside your package booking.

In combination with the ESE Junior Camp or Teen Club Programme, the English + sailing package offers your child the opportunity to learn the basics of sailing in the setting of the beautiful Mediterranean sea whilst learning English and making new friends.

ESE Residence, ESE Building, St.Julians.  All rooms include free Wi-Fi, International Cable TV, en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning and 24/7 reception.

If you would like the convenience of staying in-house and the comfort of a hotel look no further.  Our ESE Residence rooms are modern twin-bedded rooms with private bathroom facilities, study desk, TV, phone, free WiFi and air-conditioning.  A 24 hour receptionist is on hand for your added security and assistance plus a sumptuous breakfast is provided in our The Cake Box Cafe, (part of ‘The Cake Box’ brand).

The ESE Residence (within the ESE Complex) is situated in the heart of St. Julian’s where you will find all amenities and major attractions including cafés, restaurants, nightclubs, gift shops, shopping mall, banks, casinos, cinema complex, bowling alley and a lot more.

All ESE managed apartments (Central, Valley View, Tamarisk and Astolat) are fully furnished offering high standard facilities. Central, Valley View, Tamarisk and Astolat Apartments use the ESE Main Building reception services. Housekeeping service including bed linen and towel change is provided weekly and washing machines are available within the apartment blocks. WiFi is available for free in all common and living areas of the ESE managed apartments.

In an attempt to help you understand the differences between our apartments we have classified them as Superior Plus, Superior or Economy taking into account their facilities and style.

Depending on your budget, you can book at one of our 3, 4 or 5-star preferred hotels. They are all located within walking distance from ESE school and offer high standards of service. You may choose to book at one of our ESE owned and run hotels. The George Urban Boutique Hotel is a 4-star modern boutique hotel just across the road from ESE. The Salini Resort is a 4-star hotel just 20 minutes away by car/bus from the ESE Main School.

Teen Club at the newly renovated Salini Resort

Teens following a language course at the European School of English in Malta can stay at our selected hotel the Salini Resort 4-star on Full Board basis. Students are accommodated in triple/quadruple rooms with ensuite facilities and equipped with TV and radio.
Breakfast and dinner are served at the hotel and a hot lunch (Mon – Fri), packed lunch on the weekend. Transport is provided to school and to activities as well as return to hotel/residence after activities.