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Embassy Malta 12-18*

Hotel & Homestay

The sun-kissed island of Malta is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, crystal blue seas, and centuries of history, all topped off with that chilled out Mediterranean vibe. Get ready to discover everything this little island with a big personality has to offer! Students stay in a hotel located on the north side of the island, close to beautiful sandy beaches, while studying at St Martin’s College, a local school.
Arrivals and departures: Saturdays or Sundays
Quick Facts
Location: Hotel & Homestay
Dates available: 19 Jun - 29 Aug
Ages: 12 - 18 (*18 year olds must be placed in Hotel only)
Accommodation: Homestay and Hotel
Emergency Number: +356 9924 8774
Living
Hotel Residence
- Hotels are located within a 30-minute private bus journey from the school
- Triple or quad rooms with shared bathroom
- Room furniture includes a wardrobe, TV, and air conditioner
- Common spaces outside and inside
- Rooms cleaned every other day
- Laundry available offsite at an additional cost
- Towels are provided, however students should bring their own beach towel
- Dinner and breakfast served at hotel, lunch served at school or activity
Homestay
- Triple or quad room, shared bathroom, full board
- Bedrooms and bathrooms are cleaned once a week by the homestay provider
- Homestay providers are all located within a 30-minute bus journey of the learning centre
- Laundry facilities provided by the family once a week
- Towels are provided, however students should bring their own beach towel

Learning
- Taught by friendly and professional English teachers
- 20 x 45 minute lessons per week morning or afternoon
- Placement test on day 1 to ensure students in appropriate level
- Maximum 16 students per class
- Students will be placed in an international class with students of different nationalities
- Spacious modern classrooms with interactive whiteboards
- Curriculum with emphasis on communication skills
- Materials included as well as and end of course report and certificate
Programme Information
Arrival
Students will be welcomed upon arrival to the hotel residence where they will register and get their room keys so that they can check in to their rooms.
Homestay students will be welcomed by their homestay family.
Welcome
On the first evening there will be a welcome activity which is designed to ensure students have the opportunity to meet staff and other students and get to know more about the centre, its facilities and useful information which will help them during their stay.
Activities
Activities are organised on days when there are no trips and during the evenings, these activities take place either on-site or near the centre. These may include:
- Sports such as football, mini Olympics, rounders, table tennis, volleyball and basketball
- Daytime activities such as scavenger hunts and drama workshops
- Evening activities such as karaoke, talent show and team games
Excursions and Trips
HALF-DAY TRIPS
- Our students get to explore exciting places around Malta such as Valletta, Mdina, Marsaxlokk and go on a harbour cruise.
- All trips that are included are half-days. At weekends, students get to explore the most beautiful beaches around Malta.
FULL-DAY EXCURSION
- Our students get to visit the beautiful island of Comino and explore the best bits of this sparkling jewel.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
- Gozo: Full-day excursions to Malta’s smaller sister island, full of centuries of history and lots to explore.
- Sicily: Full-day excursion to the beautiful Italian island of Sicily, filled with gorgeous landscapes and a mix of cultures.
- Beach trips: Optional half-day trips to sandy beaches of Mellieha Bay and Golden Bay.
3 WEEK SAMPLE PROGRAMMES
Extra
Each 14-night stay will include 8-10 half-day trips around Malta to exciting places such as Valletta, Mdina, Marsaxlokk and harbour cruises. There is also a full-day excursion to the beautiful island of Comino. Additional full-day excursions can be purchased as optional excursions. Transport for trips are done by private buses and chauffeurs.
Student may have lessons either in the morning or in the afternoon in week 1, alternating weekly after that.
Arrivals and departures: Saturday or Sunday. This programme is for illustrative purposes and activities and visits may change.
WEEK 1 | SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
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Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | |
Morning | Arrivals/Departures Optional full-day trip to Sicily or Gozo | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Arrivals/Departures |
Afternoon | Optional half-day sandy beach | Bowling | Comino | Marsaxlokk & Vittoriosa | Tigne Point Shopping & Beach | Valletta Walk Around & Malta 5D | Sandy beach, Paradise Bay |
Evening | Maltese Night in Valletta | Foam Party | Comino | International Night Party | Optional Activity Boat Party | Themed Pool Party | Saturday Night Party |
WEEK 2 | SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | Jun/Jul | Jul/Jul | Jul/Jul | Jul/Jul | Jul/Aug | |
Morning | Arrivals/Departures Optional full-day trip to Sicily or Gozo | Sandy Beach Mellieha | Harbour Cruise & Swimming | Mdina & Badger Karting | Water Park | Relaxing by the Pool | Arrivals/Departures Sandy Beach, Għajn Tuffieħa |
Afternoon | Optional half-day sandy beach | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Free |
Evening | Boat Party | Neon Party | Optional Adventure Activity | Photo Challenge | Optional Activity Grand Prix | Beach BBQ | Saturday Night Party |
See sample programme
WEEK 3 | SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jul/Aug | Jul/Aug | Jul/Aug | Jul/Aug | Jul/Aug | Jul/Aug | Jul/Aug | |
Morning | Arrivals/Departures Optional full-day trip to Sicily or Gozo | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Lessons | Arrivals/Departures |
Afternoon | Optional half-day sandy beach | Bowling | Comino | Visit to WiedIz-Zurrieq | Sandy Beach Armier | Valletta Walk Around & Malta Experience | Sandy beach, Golden Bay |
Evening | Maltese Night in Valletta | Foam Party | Comino | International Night Party | Optional Activity Boat Party | Themed Pool Party | Saturday Night Party |
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