Study English in Malta with AClass English Language School Malta, Sprachreisen Malta

A Busy Year Teaching English to Hundreds of Students

2011-11-21T13:42:00.005+01:00

Well the end of the year is drawing to a close and I can happily report that we have had an excellent year.

AClass Academy of English have more than doubled the number of English language student arrivals for 2011. This is partly due to all our hard work and the number of repeat students we had over summer as well as a large number of student groups coming to learn English between July and October.

November has been quieter but this has meant we have been able to spend more time with our students and listening to their suggestions and advice and updating our website.

The AClass English website now has a SPECIAL OFFERS Page where you can find our latest hot deals on English language courses. Besides this we are updating all our price lists to include a new Business English Course ( details to follow shortly). You will be pleased to know our course prices have remained unchanged for 3 years so this means better prices for you.

We are also adding more host families to our database to be able to offer even more option to our students.

ISLE OF MTV JUNE 2011

2011-06-23T14:24:00.002+02:00

Depuis la 4e année consecutive, Isle of MTV sera à Malte le 30 juin 2011 ! Ce concert gratuit et filmé est organisé sur la Place Greniers Floriana et devrait attirer 50 000 personnes voir plus.

Cet événement servira aussi de clôture au populaire week-end de musique de Malte qui se déroulera du 24 au 30 juin 2011. Les autorités du tourisme de Malte ont donné leur accord. Isle of MTV Malta compte de nombreux partenaires et sponsors.

De nombreux artistes seront présents lors de cet événement comme Snoop dogg, David Guetta, Lady Gaga, Enrique Iglesias, Maroon 5 et bien d’autres encore….

Isle of MTV est devenue l’une des plus grande scène de musique de l’été. C’est aussi la meilleure nuit des lives en Europe de tout l’été. De plus c’est l’opportunité de faire un séjour linguistique chez AClass Academy of English pour pouvoir côtoyer, rencontrer et parler anglais avec des personnes du monde entier et bien sur une destination parfaite pour les amoureux de musique et partager un moment avec ses nouveaux amis et apprécier d’avantage.

Malte est l’endroit idéal pour des vacances, on peut combiner la plage, les visites de l’île, les soirées car très réputée pour ses soirées et ses événements !!!!

Pour plus d’informations : www.isleofmtv.com

www.aclassenglish.com

Referendum in Malta 2011

2011-05-30T13:57:00.004+02:00

Ever since the government declared that the question of whether or not divorce should be introduced in Malta would be put to a referendum vote, we have been bombarded with articles in support of either the "yes" or the "no" camps.

Eventually, many people, myself included, experienced campaign fatigue as they were fed up of the onslaught of billboards, leaflets, pamphlets and phone calls they received trying to convince them to go one way or the other. Last Saturday, young and old turned out to mark an x on their ballot paper and have their say.

Malta's people have voted and sent a clear message to the government and church. With a turnout of 72%, the Yes vote garnered a 53.2% majority win.

Slowly it seems Malta is moving towards more secular principles something I personally believe has been should have happened a long time ago.

I am proud to be Maltese and living on an island where the will of the people is respected by the government they elect to represent them.

I look forward to the introduction of laws protecting minorities groups and while respecting everyone's right to their own beliefs I hope that one day we can truly shake off our xenophobic fears and embrace everyone regardless of their differences.

March 2011

2011-03-24T11:48:00.006+01:00

First of all AClass Academy of English would like to say that our thoughts and prayers go out to all those people around the globe from New Zealand to Japan and Libya and beyond who are experiencing great changes in their lives due to war, unrest or natural disasters.

This year has not started on the best foot however here, on the sunny island of Malta we are lucky to have had nothing but good weather and a calm and peaceful atmosphere.

AClass is slowly planning and gearing up for an eventful summer with a substantial increase expected in the number of Spanish BECAS MEC 2011 students coming to AClass to learn English for 3 weeks.

New Maps are being printed and a host of other goodies (which I will tell you about once they are finalised).

Our classes have been mainly long terms students wanting a General English course to improve their English to get better jobs or to gain entry into a good university in an English speaking country. We have also had a number of local companies using our services to provide tailor-made English courses for Business English and General English as well.

AClass Academy of English is continuously trying to improve the product we offer.

Here is a student testimonial from Matts, a Swedish pilot who came to Malta to study Aviation English:

" Yesterday I took the English Language Test for pilots and I did very well. When I was at your school last spring I was at target level 4 but I am now level 5 and not so far from level 6...I am so excited about the weeks I am on Malta because without your help it would not have gone so well...AClass Academy of English really does make a difference."

Why learn English in Malta?

2010-12-02T11:49:00.003+01:00

Jingle Bells - Christmas Spirit

2010-12-02T10:07:00.008+01:00

I can't believe it is that time of year once again. Nicole, Juanita and I decorated the school with lots of Christmas decorations and are feeling decidedly Christmassy now that we have our Christmas carols playing in the background and lights twinkling on the tree.

For some of our English students, this is their first experience of what Christmas is all about as they do not normally celebrate it. For those who do celebrate Christmas, this may be their first year away from home so it really is a special time of year.

Luckily, we have more than enough excitement to go around and the last day before we break up will focus on Christmas games, traditions and customs with a few traditional goodies such as mince pies and mulled wine thrown in for good measure.

2011 is expected to be even busier than 2010. Not only are English students coming to Malta to study and learn English with AClass expected to increase steadily but we have lots of exciting new plans in the pipeline as well. These include Online English lessons where you can learn English at home without leaving your house. These will be offered early next year.

English Teacher Resources: Buy this Macmillan Book !

2010-10-04T14:01:00.003+02:00

Teaching Practice

Malta and Gozo Events this September 2010

2010-09-20T14:25:00.001+02:00

Malta and Gozo by Day September 2010 Issue

Malte

2010-09-20T14:23:00.000+02:00

Malte : l’île des confluences

Article from Visit Malta about the Maltese Language

2010-09-20T14:21:00.001+02:00

The verbal morphology of Maltese-From Semitic to Romance

Language Travel and Educational Fairs

2010-09-15T12:24:00.006+02:00

I have been rather busy promoting the school this month.

September is the time for agent fairs and it is a period when AClass Academy of English reconnects with old business contacts and meets new agents who may be interested in working with us.

Imagine, if you like, speed-dating for Language schools. Everyone has 20-30 minutes per meeting to explain a little bit about the school and what sets them apart from the competition. Then if you think you match up, you swap contact details and take things from there.

The best part of all this is definitely the scheduled social events such as the Language Star Awards which involve a glitzy ceremony of sorts to promote the movers and shakers in our industry.

What the English language students have to say

2010-08-25T14:37:00.000+02:00

What the English language students have to say

Happy Times: July 2010

2010-07-09T12:10:00.004+02:00

Nicole, Juanita and I are super busy at the moment. We are about to experience our busiest 4 weeks in 2010 when we have a record number of students studying English at the school. All 8 classrooms will be used both in the mornings and afternoons.

Nicole has been busy booking accommodation for our English students, making sure they have somewhere nice to stay and Juanita has been answering requests and sending out invoices.

I have been organizing observations to make sure our teachers are up to scratch and giving lots of support to new teachers joining for AClass for the next few weeks.

Our Teen Package and Jumping Junior's Programmes have been very well received so far with the quiz night, camping and kayaking being firm favourites. Many teens have already expressed an interest to come back next year!

We had a delivery of pens and t-shirts to give as prizes to our students this week as well. All in all a great week.

Diving In Malta, Gozo and Comino

2010-07-09T11:55:00.002+02:00

PDSA Brochure

2010-06-23T11:43:00.002+02:00

Here is to Alison, one of our teachers showing everyone how to dance the World Cup song in Malta. She is a brilliant teacher and dancer. We all wish her the best!

Welcome to AClass Academy of English: Malta's Friendliest School

2010-06-17T12:49:00.004+02:00

We are now fast approaching Week 25 which means one thing in the life of a Director of Studies - lots of work. Thankfully, here at AClass Academy of English we are a small team of people who love our jobs and meeting new people so the experience is always a positive one.It just means we have to wake up a bit earlier than usual!

There have been a number of bookings for our Teen General English Package so we will be welcoming groups of young teens as of next week. The lucky girls and boys will be having General English lessons in the morning and Activities in the afternoon and evenings. Unlike other English language schools in Malta, AClass truly offers value for money. Why choose AClass Academy of English for your child or teenager?

First of all, we have small groups so students get to speak and interact in a more intensive way. We find that students learn best when they are in small groups and given task-based lesson which focus on communicating in English. Our teachers are highly-qualified native English speakers who can bring out the best in your son or daughter.

Secondly, our activities are probably some of the best on offer.We don't go for cheap tours to make huge profits but give our students real value for money. Camping and cooking; half a day at a fun Waterpark as well as a number of other activities. Learning English has never been so much fun.

Besides this,parents can put their minds at rest as all our activities are supervised and students are not left alone to run wild. All activities are alcohol-free and our group leaders are all mature adults who teach at St Catherine's High School all year round.

Accommodation is included in the price as well as all the meals, airport transport and activities. The students stay with our caring hostfamilies who live near the school. If they have any free time, the family is expected to include them in their plans so students experience the Maltese way of life.

For more details on this package or our Jumping Juniors Program ( for children between the ages of 8 and 12) contact us now!

May at AClass Academy of English

2010-05-24T15:06:00.002+02:00

May is coming to an end. I can't believe June is nearly upon us. It seems like only yesterday we were ushering in the New Year.

At the moment we are lucky enough to have Marlene from France interning with us for 6 weeks. She is a lovely young girl full of enthusiasnm and keen to translate of English Language website into French so that more French speaking studnets can find AClass Academy of English online.

I am trying to update our student testimonials page and add some more pictures of what has been happening around the school.

The Isle of MTV is the up-and-coming-event of the summer. Now in its fourth consecutive year, the 2010 event has been confirmed for Wednesday 30th June and will be staged, once again, in Floriana. The line-up has yet to be confirmed, but Malta is buzzing with rumours about who’ll be taking part.

I promise to let you all now when I find out. If you can't wait, then vist the official Isle of MTV website.

Learn English in Malta: Summer 2010

2010-05-09T15:58:00.006+02:00

Well, summer is well and truly on its way. Not only have I been to the first of 8 weddings but AClass is seeing the number of bookings for this summer increase steadily.

Our Teenage package, as well as the Jumping Juniors Package seem to be generating a lot of interest.

This summer sees the Isle of MTV returning to our islands with rumours of a possible performace by Lady Ga Ga and several other well-known bands. Faithless is also coming back to the island so party-goers will be spoilt for choice. As usual the Isle of MTV 2010 concert will be held at the Granaries in Valletta and is Absolutely Free!!! So why not learn English and come and see your favourite bands at the same time?

Spanish students wishing to learn English and take advantage of the BECAS 2010 should contact us immediately to book their course.

Gearing up for an English Language Learning Summer

2010-04-22T12:35:00.005+02:00

I have been rather busy these last few weeks looking after our students and preparing for the next few months with bookings coming in hard and fast.

Still, I did manage to break away from AClass Academy of English for a few hours to take one of our English students to Mdina for an English lesson with a difference! We walked around the old capital and admired the beautiful architecture and stonework. Mdina was buzzing with life due to the fact the pope was visiting the island so the government decided to embellish all the piazzas with pots and stunning floral arrangements.

Once we had looked around, it was time to savour the views from a cafe close to the main church while feasting upon a delicious slice of chocolate cake.

I can assure you it was quite an anti-climax coming back to the office after basking in the glorious sunshine.Still, I love doing this because it helps me connect with our students and helps the school give a personal touch when learning English in Malta.

Tips for Aviation English Students

2010-03-09T15:08:00.000+01:00

Aviation English Training: Tips for students

Saying Goodbye to Nariaria

2010-03-04T13:31:00.004+01:00

Well It was a pleasure having Nariara a wonderful nurse from Angolo (originally from Spain) at school. She was a pleasure to teach and had lots of funny stories to tell us about the Angolan way of life. She was at AClass for 3 weeks and took a General English course in the morning and Private One-to-One lessons is the afternoon.

You too can be like Nariara and book a English Course at AClass Academy of English. Contact us for more information and details on our offers this month.

Picture from Around Malta

2010-02-26T15:22:00.002+01:00

Here are a selection of pictures from a door knocker in Mdina to oil lamps from St Paul's Catacombs in Rabat and a view of Spinola Bay in St Julian's. There is so much to see on our beautiful island. So come and discover Malta and learn English here.

2010-02-26T15:00:00.003+01:00

I found a great site for Teachers to use, it's called TEFLCLIPS and it helps teachers learn how to use videos such as those posted on youtube in the classroom.

AClass Brochure: English Courses in Malta

2010-02-22T12:01:00.001+01:00

Learn English in Malta -

Things to Do: Wine Tasting

2010-02-15T15:56:00.005+01:00

I have decided to blog about some of the fantastic places you should visit while in Malta learning English.

Recently I had the pleasure of visiting one of Malta premium wine estates, in Ta'Qali near Rabat, called Meridiana.

The idea of having a local wine produced here germinated in 1985 as a result of a conversation between Mark Miceli-Farrugia, a wine-trader, and a Bordeaux oenologist. As a result, two years later, Meridiana Wine Estate was established in April 1987. The company's pioneering mission is to produce "World-Class Wines of Maltese Character" - internationally acclaimed wines made from wine-grapes grown exclusively in Maltese soil. Until then, all "Maltese wine" was produced from a mixture of table-grapes, imported wine-grapes, and sugar.

The estate I visited was in Ta' Qali, Malta's agricultural heartland. It lies scenically below the ancient, walled-city of Mdina so you might be tempted to visit the ancient city at the same time as long as you don't taste too much wine!!

Meridiana produces several wines. These are listed below:

White Wines
I S I S
(Chardonnay of Malta)
Made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, Isis is characterised by fresh, natural, tropical fruit flavours. The name Isis recalls the Phoenician goddess of sailors whose vigilant eye still graces the prow of the Maltese fishing luzzu. This is my personal favourite. I always recommend this to students to take back home with them as it is comparable to other foreign wines!

M I S T R A L
(Premium, Barrel-Fermented Chardonnay of Malta)
Made exclusively from mature Chardonnay grapes, Mistral is fermented on its lees in new French oak barriques. This premium white wine is characterised by a delicate balance between its firm, complex structure, its ripe acidity and its buttery peach-like fruitiness. The name Mistral derives from Malta's prevailing North Westerly wind which cools the Company's vineyard, thus favouring the cultivation of the Chardonnay grape.

Red Wines

M E L Q A R T
(Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot of Malta)
Made from an artful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, Melqart is characterised by ripe berry flavours which are enhanced by careful maturation in barrique. The name Melqart recalls the Phoenician god of sailors worshipped in Malta during the Punic period.

B E L
(Syrah of Malta)
Made exclusively from Syrah grapes, Bel is characterised by silky, prune and peppery spice flavours which are enhanced by careful maturation in barrique. The name Bel recalls the Phoenician god of fertility worshipped under various names throughout the Punic world. This wine is the perfect drink with a juicy steak.

Tours to this estate can be organised and take a couple of hours. Contact us for more information

AClass English School Winter 2010

2010-02-09T11:59:00.007+01:00

Here are a few pictures of our beautiful island in winter. Two of the pictures are of Riviera beach which is a 20-minute bus ride away from the school. We also have beaches which are 5-10 minutes walk away.

Isle of MTV 2010

2010-02-02T16:09:00.002+01:00

The fourth edition of the Isle of MTV has been announced by the Malta Tourism Authority. This concert is to be held on the 30th of June and is FREE.

Previous acts and performers included Lady GaGa, Black Eyed Peas, Enrique Iglesias, Akon and The Kooks.

So why not book an English language course in Malta and go to the MTV concert for free!

2010 is a Great Year to Study and Learn English in Malta

2010-01-20T13:55:00.007+01:00

I hope that you are all busy and in a great mood, like everyone here at AClass.

January started with a bang. We were asked to develop and teach a tailor-made Business English Program for a pharmaceutical company based in Malta. The lessons were given on-site so we had to drive to and fro on a weekly basis.

The hard works seems to have paid off as we have received very positive comments based on the clients' feedback.

Back at school we have seen a number of new students here at AClass. One of our latest students was a nanophysicist from Geneva. She was so pleased with her English lessons that she plans on continuing them over Skype in the coming months. Bookings are coming in on a daily basis so no doubt we will building on our first summer's success.

AClass Academy of English is THE school to come to in Malta if you want to learn English.

December Time at AClass

2009-12-10T13:54:00.003+01:00

December is a wonderful time to be in Malta. Although it can be quite chilly, when the sun comes out you get to see the lush green landscape which is a welcome change from the dry summer months.

Now is the time to put on your walking boots and go exploring Malta's countryside. The Ramblers Association always welcomes tourists and locals alike on scheduled walks they organise on a weekly basis.

Christmas is around the corner and the Christmas Party organised by the school for all the staff at St Catherine's and AClass is coming up. I for one will be looking forward to a few mince pies and glasses of wine.

January is looking quite busy with several students coming to learn English in Malta . Our booking Business and General English Courses are on the up. Now everyone in the admin office is gearing up to start working on Summer 2010 which hope will be even better than last year.

Myself and all the AClass staff wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

See you in January 2010!!

Go Camping in Malta with AClass Academy of English

2009-11-27T13:39:00.002+01:00

So, you want to combine you language holiday in Malta with something a bit different. How about going of the beaten track and discovering some of what Malta's beautiful countryside has to offer?

Dare to be different and join our expert guides who are fully-certified in First Aid and have over 200 camping trips under their belts.

If this doesn't tickle your fancy, you can try your hand at climbing while learning English or fishing for those who really want to sit back and relax.

Contact AClass for more information on hiking, trekking, camping and adventure sports while learning English in Malta.

AClass Academy of English : Italian Website

2009-11-17T14:40:00.003+01:00

AClass has finally gone live with their new website in Italian. This should help Italian speakers make a more informd choice about where to study English.

The site is very similar to the English version of the site and can be accessed by clicking on the Italian flag in the top righthand corner of the website.

This is the beginnng of our efforts to reach out to a wider audience.

Working on Video Testimonials

2009-11-13T13:48:00.006+01:00

Well as you can see we have been busy working on short, promotional material to give to our students and prospective students. Nicole and I have been creating free resources for students and teachers to use to impove their English or use in class.

Here is a video we made this morning with Ignazio, fondly known as Nacho. He has been here at school for a little over 5 weeks and everyone in the office has warmed to his free-spirited way of living. I think it needs to be fine tuned a little. One of the computer monitors is switchd off which I think gives the impression it's broken so I want to redo it and switch it on!

In the meantime, I am back to the drawing board so to speak to try and improve on what has already been done.

Explore Valletta!!

2009-11-04T16:11:00.004+01:00

Alison and I took Nacho and Nikki around Valletta for the first time. I created a quiz for them to do while walking around the beautiful city. The questions took them all over the city and to places they might not have noticed otherwise like the beautiful national library tucked away behind a square.

All that hard work deserved a coffee and where better to go than the recently renovated Cafe Premier where one can have a steaming hot frothy cappuccino and a nice slice of cake. The place server all kinds of salads, sandwiches and pasta dishes as well as fresh sushi and tapas. We all drooled over the menu but decided to stick to drinks this time.

We made our way back to the car where I realised I had been given a parking ticket for not displaying my parking meter correctly.

Bummer! This trip to Valletta turned out to be more expensive than I realised!!

Another Month Has Just Flown By

2009-10-29T14:00:00.003+01:00

I can't believe that October has come to an end. It has been a quiet month but nonetheless exciting. The website is being updated and soon you will be able to download free resources to help with your English. We here at AClass are a generous bunch.

Language Travel magazine, the magazine read by most people in the industry publishes information on the EFL industry giving schools and language travel agents an insight into what is happening globally.

Free Resources For English Students

2009-10-15T15:09:00.001+02:00

AClass are now uploading free resources for students over here. Our website will soon be updated to include a resource site for students to download free resources. If you have any questions about English ask and you might well see your question posted and answered online!!!

Links to Resources for Busy Teachers and Students

2009-10-05T21:01:00.003+02:00

If you want free resources check out a site called usingenglish.com . I found it while I was surfing the net looking for interesting worksheets for my classes. This is one of the better sites I have come across. There is also a forum that would be useful to post your questions. Of course you can always ask me and I will be happy to answer when possible!

ESL Teacher Handouts - UsingEnglish.com
Free English grammar worksheets and printable handouts, for English language and English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers and instructors.

Free Aviation English Resources

2009-10-05T16:04:00.004+02:00

Aviation English has become very necessary for pilots and airtraffic controllers. This is why AClass Academy of English has devised a program to help professionals reach ICAO level4. We recommmend students are at least of a lower intermediate level before starting Aviation English classes.

There are still very few resources and exercises online so I have created some free Aviation English resources for students and teachers to use for free. Have a look at them and let me know what you think!

View our new video testimonials on You Tube: EnglishTeacherMalta !

2009-10-05T15:58:00.004+02:00

AClass has new video testimonials from our students on youtube. Check them out

Il Sito di ACLass in Italiano

2009-09-29T11:49:00.003+02:00

Questa settimano sto insegniango inglese per aviazione e lavorando sul nostro sito http://www.aclassenglish.it

Il sito dovrebbe essere finito e sul web fra un mese - speriamo!

I was saying that this week I have been teaching general and Aviation English as well as working on our italian version of the AClass Academy of English website. It will hopefully, go live in about a month's time. meanwhile I have lots of work to catch up on...replting to agents, gettign our winter accommodation sorted and targeting new markets.

I am off for lunch before teaching... :)

First FELTOM Malta All-Round Success

2009-09-15T16:31:00.004+02:00

Well this weekend saw lots of activity for the Maltese EFL community as agents from around the world descended on the Radisson Blue Resort in St Julian's. The three-day event was organised by FELTOM to celebrate their 20th Birthday and was sponsored by various local businesses and Language Travel Magazine, which has its finger on the global EFL industry's pulse.

AClass were there ( yes, little old me) meeting with quality agents in an informal atmosphere. The mood was upbeat with agencies and schools alike looking towards a positive 2010. We explained to them that we offer all kinds of courses from General English to Business English, Medical English and Aviation English.

The event was well attended and very well-organised thanks to the hard work of all the FELTOm board members. A big thanks goes out to them.

2009-08-31T19:41:00.005+02:00

Aprende Inglés rápido y vive una experiencia inolvidable con AClass la escuela de Ingles pequena y barata

Hoy en día nos movemos en un mundo donde los cambios y la globalización se mueven rápidamente. Donde la integración cultural está siendo la base de todas las empresas y compañías mundiales. Y tú no debes quedarte fuera de esto. Ahora ingles es muy importante para ti.

Te invitamos a que vivas una experiencia sin igual, donde aumentarás tu nivel cultural, tus competencias de adaptación y relaciones sociales, y sobre todo podrás aprender el idioma que mueve el mundo en el presente.

¿Cómo es un curso de inglés con AClass Academia de Ingles en Malta?

Todos nuestros cursos son personalizados, las clases van desde 6 a 8 alumnos como máximo. Las escuelas cuentan con equipos de ayuda para cualquier caso y estos están continuamente revisando tu avance en con el idioma.

¡Además armamos tu curso como tú quieras! Cursos de ingles intensivo, general, para niños o adultos, con todos los niveles y con el alojamiento que desees, nosotros confeccionamos algo que se ajuste completamente a tus necesidades.

¿Donde puedo estudiar inglés en Malta?

Aprenderás en países de habla nativa inglesa con la Academia AClass, por lo que estarás en continua práctica, haciendo tu aprendizaje más eficiente y rápido.

Ven a estudiar inglés con nosotros !!

Aviation English is Really Taking Off

2009-08-31T19:29:00.003+02:00

Well, AClass is welcoming some of its first pilots on an Aviation English Course in the next few weeks. Their teacher has been preparing for the lessons all week to make sure there is a lot of listening and speaking practise with a balance of English grammar, vocabulary and phonology mixed in. We use specially designed course materials for ICAO level 4.
AClass' Aviation English Classes are for Pilots, Air-Traffic Controllers and Cabin crew and Staff who need English to communicate with other Pilots or Air-traffic Controllers who perhaps are not native English speakers themselves.

AClass Academy of English in Malta takes a very hands on approach to learning Aviation English and we even have a commercial airline pilot to help monitor our course. He comes in regularly to answer any question our Aviation English students may have.

AClass Launches New English Course in Malta

2009-08-26T15:28:00.003+02:00

AClass Academy of English in Malta is proud to announce that we will now be offering English students the chance to live and study in their teacher's home. An English course with a difference.

Yes, that's right, now you can choose to be surrounded in an English speaking environment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You will live in your teacher's home and have lessons and meals together. This is the ultimate learning experience that is truly unique. What a fantastic way to learn English and discover Malta while on a language holiday. Contact us for more details

Study Aviation English at AClass in Malta

2009-08-22T18:18:00.003+02:00

Aviation English is growing in popularity especially since the ICAO made it manditory for people to obtain an ICAO level 4 of proficiency. Pilots and air-traffic controllers especially need to be able to hear and communicate clearly over the airwaves. This is where an AClass Aviation English Course can help.

For starters you need to know the the spoken alphabet. This is just the beginning as radio transmissions are frought with static so often you will need to ask for clarification and repetition.

There are no second chances which is why you should train with people who know how to teach English.

AClass Language School Buzzing with English Language Students in Malta

2009-08-12T20:14:00.008+02:00

AClass English Language School in Malta is buzzing with English Language students from all over the world. Chilean, Polish, Spanish, Italian, Moldovan, Korean, Eritrean as well as Colombian and Turkish . We are truly an international school.

Classes are kept small , even though it costs AClass more because we want to make sure that our students get plenty of opportunity to speak English. We also encourage them to mix with different nationalities.

We have has several high profile clients such as MEP's from Brussels who have given AClass the thumbs up for interesting and fun English lessons and good value for money.

All our students have given us positive encouragement and say that among the reasons for choosing AClass were:

Fast and professional when replying to enquiries
Great Prices
Small classes
Good nationality mix
A easy to navigate website

So far 100% of all our students would recommend AClass to their friends and family. Visit our website for last minute summer offers

Liz playing with her camera

2009-07-25T09:41:00.000+02:00

Aviation English Classes with AClass Academy of English in Malta

2009-07-22T18:25:00.004+02:00

AClass Academy of English in Malta has designed an Aviation English Course to suit pilots and air-traffic controllers who need to achieve ICAO level 4 of English. We use a combination of course materials from leading publishers and our own materials.

Our specialised Aviation English teacher has been teaching for over 10 years and also holds a private pilots license so he is familiar with all the terminology and what you need to improve your speaking and listening

Study Medical English in Malta with AClass Academy of English

2009-07-21T14:59:00.004+02:00

Medical English is a highly specialised course for doctors, nurses and people in the medical profession who need to improve their English skills to be able tocommunicate with other doctors and patients in English.

We tailor make our courses to suit the needs of the student or students. Medical English classes are usually very small and have between 2 and four students per group. Often we have one Medical English student and we offer them private one to one lessons.

Last week I had a lovely Neurosurgeon from Brindisi in Italy. She told me that " I learn more in this one week in AClass that all year in English lessons in Italy". It was great to hear that we are our English students are so happy with the English lessons we give in Malta.

As a small school, studnets studying at AClass become like family members and it we are really sad to see them go.

Still, they can keep in touch via our Facebook Group or e-mail.

My Claim To Fame

2009-07-14T20:24:00.004+02:00

Well I was not as lucky as Alison but I have been in a rather cool video by the band Esteban called Viva La Noia. This was shot last summer by a talented friend of mine who forms part of the Beangrowers a band you should really have a listen. I love Genzora from their first album 48K.

AClass Teacher Meets Jaime Luis Gómez or Taboo from the Black-Eyed Peas

2009-07-14T19:48:00.007+02:00

Well, its official AClass English teachers ROCK!!!! In every sense of the word. Alison, one of our very ownEnglishlanguage teacher's was getting into a nightclub lift when who should walk in but Taboo. Apparently he was a total gentleman and when our star-struck teacher asked if he would posing for a picture, he did so gladly. He even wave goodbye as he stepped out of the elevator.

Learning English in Malta has never been so exciting. Some people have all the luck. Please please please, can I get stuck in a lift with Jude Law?

English Language Students at Full Moon Party

2009-07-09T16:20:00.004+02:00

Some of AClass' students joined Pierre and myself at Riviera for the full moon party which is an informal gathering once a month when the moon is full. We picked them up from school and all drove down to the beach together singing songs along the way.

Once we got there we bought some water and ice-creams from the bar and made our way along the beach. We watched the sun set as people started to set up their instruments and bbq's. There was plenty to see as some local fire dancers gave an impromptu show. At one point some lanterns were lit and they floated up into the sky before disappearing into the night.

Pierre and his gang entertained us with tribal beats on their jembes, didgeridoos, harmonicas and guitars and lots of people danced to the music.

At midnight we left the crowds and made our way back to the car where I dropped off each student and made sure they got home safely. Everyone had a whale of a time with Mehmet, one of our Turkish students declaring that it was " the best night of my life".

This makes our hard work here at AClass worthwhile.

Farewell to our Russian Teens

2009-07-03T14:50:00.005+02:00

The past few weeks have been full of laughter, English lessons and fun. We had a group come down from St Petersburg with their teacher. Today was their last day and after we handed out their certificates, Pierre and Juanita organised a little farewell party involving pastizzi, a local snack made of peas or ricotta cheese, and soft drinks like our very own homegrown Kinnie. Pierre took the group out and helped entertain the group so he is sure to miss them once they go. I will be adding some of the photos very soon so keep an eye on our website for any new pictures.

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2009-06-30T17:50:00.001+02:00

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Teaching EFL in Malta

2009-06-30T16:14:00.004+02:00

Every week I receive ten to twenty e-mails from people enquiring about teaching at AClass Academy of English. This is great and I am very please we have already got our name out there. The only problem is that many people do not know what is required to teach English in Malta. The rules are quite strict and regulated by the EFL monitoring board which was set up by the government to regulate the industry. If I am not mistaken we were the first country to do this and other countries have expressed an interest in our system.

To apply for a Teaching Permit which is at present renewable on a yearly basis but may change soon you need:

An A-level in English at grade C or above or the EFL monitoring board equivalency exam which is held twice yearly.
A TEFL certificate from a recognised provider (minimum 60 hours)
A clean police conduct record that is no more than 3 months from the date of application

It is assumed that you can work legally in the country. Getting a valid work permit is a whole different ball game and can be quite tricky since the government tries to safeguard the local job market. You would need to have a valid reason to get a permit such as expertise in a highly specialised field.

Once you have all this sorted out you can start applying to schools locally. The best time to apply is in April/May as Director of Studies are gearing up for the summer season.

If possible, apply in person and bring copies of your relative certificates with you. Try to call ahead to schedule an appointment. Mondays and Fridays are usually busy times at school so aim for some time mid-week.

If you apply via email make sure your letter is not full of grammatical errors or the person reading it may not even give you a second chance. Make sure you get the name of the school right or if you plan on sending out an email to lots of schools send the emails separately so it is not so obvious. Also, do make sure you look at the school's website before going for an interview.

Once you get an interview make sure you relax and be yourself. Typical questions might be " What teaching experience do you have?" and " What would you do on a Monday morning in a pre- Intermediate class on their first day at school ?"

Don't be afraid to take your time or to say you are unsure. Honesty is the best policy.

If possible have a few questions of your own. This shows you have come well prepared and take initiative.

Statistics recently published by the government revealed that the industry hires approximately 1,304 teachers. Out of these most (91.4%) were on a part-time basis. If you want to see all the statistics available go to this link for the pdf Malta Statistics Office.

Moby Concert - Great, Shame About the Wait

2009-06-30T15:42:00.004+02:00

The Moby concert at Gianpula fields this weekend in Malta was a fantastic event that was marred by poor organisation at the door. The organisers were lucky no one started pushing or there could have been very serious consequences indeed. If I am not mistaken 20,000 people attended the event proof that people are willing to pay for quality entertainment in Malta.

Roll on Isle of MTV. The music line up is ok but who am I to complain when tickets are free! Don't look the gift horse in the mouth.

Summer Time Learning English in Malta

2009-06-26T12:15:00.003+02:00

It has been a very exciting but busy few weeks. We have students from all over the world in class so the nationality mix at the moment is great. Turkish, Swedish, Russian, Brazilian, Italian, Spanish and Belgian.

We had a Teen group who have been busy learning English and going to various activities all throughout the week. They have been on boat cruises, danced the night away at a foam party and had good clean fun going to the cinema, horseriding and bowling. As next Monday is a public holiday in Malta, they will be visiting Gozo, Malta's sister island, on a jeep safari. I wish I could go with them as Gozo is one of my favourite places to relax.

Have a look at our summer packages - we offer great value for money.

Learn English in Malta and go to The Isle of MTV for Free

2009-06-08T12:10:00.003+02:00

Learn English with AClass and go to a FREE CONCERT.

Yes indeed, on the 8th of July, THE BLACK EYED PEAS, LADY GAGA, METRO STATION AND ESMÉE DENTERS ARE TO PERFORM AT ISLE OF MTV MALTA

The artists will play in a free live concert in the spectacular Il-Fosos Square in Floriana in front of 50,000 people.

“We are thrilled to be announcing a world class line up for what promises to once again be one of the summer’s must-see musical events. The Isle of MTV Malta is unique in offering young people across Europe an exclusive opportunity to experience some of the world’s best new and established artists in the sunshine of Malta,” said Jules Robinson, SVP, Viacom Brand Solutions International. “This event has become a vital annual destination for music lovers from across Europe and we are delighted to be a part of it now for the third year running. For MTV, it’s a great opportunity to work with Malta in producing a stunning event in such beautiful surroundings and on a holiday island location.”
MTV’s cameras will capture all the action from Isle of MTV, to be broadcast in an hour-long live special airing across MTV’s pan-European network in September. For more details, log onto www.isleofmtv.com.

The Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism of Malta, the Hon. Dr Mario de Marco, said that Malta is proud that for the third time running, the islands will be the wonderful background to such a high-profile musical event. “We invite music lovers from all over Europe to come and experience what Malta is all about: music, fun, sun, sea, history and so much more. We look forward to welcoming you, as we’re sure that once again, we will be offering an experience which is hard to forget.”

The Black Eyed Peas are one of the world’s most successful recording artists, gaining global recognition for their breakout album, Elephunk and the singles ‘Where is the Love?’ and ‘Shut Up’ and the subsequent triple platinum album, Monkey Business which sold more than nine million copies worldwide and spawned the Grammy Award-winning singles, ‘Don’t Phunk With My Heart’ and ‘My Humps’. In Malta, they perform tracks from their fifth studio album, ‘The E.N.D’, due for release in June and including the single, ‘Boom Boom Pow’.The Peas' Will.I.Am says, “I can’t wait to take our new European inspired dance sound to Europe… I couldn’t think of a better place for our first Black Eyed Peas show in a long time. Malta….Wow”."I've always wanted to visit Malta", adds fellow band member Fergie, "Plus you always know it's gonna be a party with MTV!"

Lady Gaga is making a welcome return to Isle of MTV Malta after rave reviews for her performance at last year’s event. She hit the big time earlier this year with her number 1 hit singles ‘Just Dance’ and ‘Poker Face’.At just 22, Lady Gaga made a name for herself on New York’s Lower East Side club scene with the infectious dance-pop party song ‘Beautiful Dirty Rich,’ and wild, theatrical, and often tongue-in-cheek shock art performances. She wrote the lyrics and melodies on her current album, ‘The Fame,’ an infectious mix of two parts dance-pop, one part electro-pop, and one part rock.

An Internet phenomenon and now an MTV ‘Push’ breakthrough artist, Metro Station, are bringing their energetic electronic dance-pop to Malta. The LA band formed as 17 year-olds back in 2006 and their first single, "Shake It", has already become a Top 10 hit across Europe. Metro Station released their self-titled debut album in Europe in March 2009 and continue to build on their multi-platinum success back in the US.

Dutch singer-songwriter Esmée Denters is undoubtedly on her way to musical stardom. Signed to Justin Timberlake’s Tennman Records, the 20 year-old started out posting videos of herself singing on YouTube and now can count some of the best-known songwriters and producers amongst her collaborators, as well as writing songs with Timberlake himself. She brings her edgy, soulful pop-R&B sound to Malta, including her first single ‘Outta Here’, a hybrid of urban beats, pop lyrics and rock attitude.

So what are you waiting for ? Come and learn English in Malta at AClass Language School and go to the MTV concert for free.

Besides music, Malta’s three islands are situated at the heart of the Mediterranean and offer an endless list of things to experience; from meandering in the many museums or the narrow winding streets of Mdina, the Three Cities or its capital city, Valletta; to swimming under the stars in the famous Blue Lagoon or diving the spectacular Blue Hole in Gozo; to partying all night in the many nightclubs or simply chilling out, soaking up the sun and watching the world go by. See you here, we can't wait to meet you!

Learn English in Malta and Moby Concert

2009-06-04T12:56:00.002+02:00

Why not combine your English Course at AClass in Malta with a concert with the world-renowned DJ and songwriter Moby?. Moby will be performing in Malta at a concert at the Gianpula fields on June 28th.

The American musician shot to fame with his classic Play album in 1999, and since then has sold over 20 million records worldwide, winning scores of awards in the process.

Moby has been making music since he was nine years old, playing classical guitar before releasing his first single Go in 1991. His music has been used in hundreds of different films, including Tomorrow Never Dies and The Beach.

Check out Moby' s Journal here

Busy Weeks

2009-06-01T14:24:00.002+02:00

It has been a very busy few weeks for AClass. Learning English in Malta peaks during the summer months so bookings are coming in hard and fast.

Although the agent reponse has not been as strong as we had hoped, our direct bookings are increasing by the day. Enquiries to from site are up as well. We have already had several students rebooking or extending their stay as they were very pleased with their course

2009-05-15T16:28:00.003+02:00

Just joined a great group called EFL 2.o on Ning. They have some great free resources and links to a whole host of teacher goodies. Have a look here for some slideshows and ideas

2009-04-28T12:25:00.003+02:00

Well we have had quite a few busy weeks meeting agents and showing them around the school. Now is probably the busiest time for us, promoting and wining and dining prosective partners.

We have several bookings and long term-students so we are starting to employ teachers on a part-time basis. Anyone interested in being on our books must :

be over 20
have an A level in English at grade C or above
have a recognised TEFL certificate
have a clean police conduct

Obviously I cannot guarentee work at the moment but things are likely to change very shortly!!

AClass English School Internet Cafe is here

2009-04-21T12:56:00.005+02:00

AClass English Language school has just received a delivery of 5 flat screen computers for the student Internet Cafe. They are all the latest, state-of-the-art and look great. Also, a nice 42-inch TV is expected any day now. This should help bring the English language students' cafe to life and make it more welcoming for everyone.Our English students will love being able to use these computers during some of their English lessons. Best of all, AClass English language students get o use our facilities at no extra charge. Absolutely free!!

Barcelona, anyone?

2009-04-14T11:30:00.003+02:00

English Language Travel Agents are a hard nut to crack but we seem to be making lots of progress. It seems to be all about meeting face to face to explain why AClass Academy of English is the best English language school in Malta (I am a little bias of course!) and the place to learn English. I guess in the end we all need human contact. E-mails and Skype help but nothing beats a cup of tea and a proper face to face meeting to size up each other.

All roads lead to AClass English !

2009-04-06T15:51:00.003+02:00

Monday was a success and a good start for AClass English Language School. We welcomed a group of Spanish students from Vigo. We provided a selection of Maltese nibbles and drinks for them to eat during the break before showing them around St Julians to get their bearings.

Wednesday - Gearing up for our Spanish English Language Students

2009-04-01T12:15:00.004+02:00

Well, I am glad to say I am busy preparing for our first group of Spanish students. I am looking forward to getting back into the classroom for a little bit. I love teaching because you learn so much about other people's lives and ideas. I find I can connect to people I might otherwise never be privileged to meet.

So I need to get their welcome packs ready as well as buy a notice board and some extra mugs for tea and coffee. After all we need to offer them a good cuppa. I mean how can I teach them about unstressed sounds without the ^ sound of c^pp^ ?

Learn English In Malta - Video AClass on You Tube

2009-03-25T13:01:00.001+01:00

Pierre has finished the presentation he was working on. It's amazing what you can do with a few well placed pictures and movie maker. I am very impressed. It is rather odd hearing yourself though. That will take a little getting used to.

Monday Mornings!

2009-03-16T10:29:00.003+01:00

I must be one of the few people who don't mind coming to work on Mondays (Wednesdays are a different story!). Besides updating this blog, Piere and I are sending our brochures out to the contacts we made at the recent do at Le Meridian in Balluta where we had meetings with consulate representatives from around the world.

Other than that, the highlight last week, which I forgot to mention, is out microwave !!!!!

Tuesday is Time for Action !

2009-03-10T09:58:00.003+01:00

Tuesday is here and now that all my emails have been sent out to prospective agents it is time to follow up . I am calling them up to confirm they have recieved our brochure. Wish me luck!

Sod's Law: It's Raining !

2009-03-06T13:22:00.002+01:00

Well, no doubt someone heard me write about the sunshine and decided to put a damper on my spirits. However, I am still remaining optimistic that the weekend will turn out ok.

My shoulder has developed some strange affliction parlty due to the funny position I get into when typing. And boy... do I know something about that this week! I have sent so many e-mails I am dreaming about them at night....not good :)

Sunshine and English Lessons

2009-03-02T12:51:00.002+01:00

What more could you want ?
Malta and AClass really do have it all when it comes to Sun, Sea, Sand and English. We are now at the beginning of March and summer is getting closer and closer. We are all looking forward to welcoming students to our island and school.

AClass member of Schools & Agents

2009-02-27T18:26:00.001+01:00

AClass are now premium members of the site Schools & Agents. Check us out !!

2009-02-26T10:21:00.001+01:00

If you want some great podcast for Business English I would go to BBC Learning English for free downloads.

Great Website

2009-02-25T15:11:00.004+01:00

If you haven't already. Look at onestopenglish for fab resources for students and teachers of English. It has resources for General English as well as exams like IELTS or FCE. Besides all this it also has tons of resources for Business or Medical English and CLIL.

Looking for German, Swiss, Turkish and Spanish Language Agents

2009-02-24T12:40:00.004+01:00

If you are interested in representing our school as an affiliate or associate, please contact us via our website. We offer attractive commisssion rates depending on the number of students you send us.

Contact us for more info.

Fancy Making Some Spare Dosh??

2009-02-20T13:58:00.002+01:00

It has come to my attention that apparently ALTA Language Services is looking for former TOEFL Students to help develop reading and listening proficiency tests for a private organization. More info here: http://ow.ly/jmZ

AClass Academy of English Malta :Terms and Conditions Are Up On Our Site

2009-02-19T13:40:00.006+01:00

Our AClass English website has been updated and now includes and English Language Adult Easter Packages , English Language Adult Easter Packages as well as our Terms & Conditions If you need any visa advice for studying English in Malta here is the place to look.

AClass and Twitter

2009-02-16T11:27:00.004+01:00

Twitter has been added to our blog. I am still getting the hang of it so bear with me in the coming few days.

Brochures Printed

2009-02-13T15:05:00.004+01:00

Our designer dropped off the brochures today and although I wish I could tweak them, considering the time frame we had to produce them I think they are up there with the best. If you have a chance go to our website and have a look for yourselves!!!

2009-02-12T12:30:00.000+01:00

Getting Our Name Out There

2009-02-11T14:17:00.000+01:00

Here I am sitting in the office sorting out our e-mails and reviewing our English Language Courses. We are offering fantastic Adult English Course Packages as well as Teenage Course Packages for Learning English in Malta this easter and summer. Now we just have to contact our language agents and get the ball rolling. The mood here at AClass is upbeat as we feel that we have a great product on offer to students who want to follow an English Language course in Malta.

AClass Moves into Offices Downstairs

2009-02-03T11:41:00.000+01:00

Well, we have finally made it downstairs. My office is lovely. I have a glass wall that means I can see the internet cafe from my desk. It is full of light and really cosy. It actually makes coming to work even more pleasurable. Our office supplies have been delivered and we are gearing up towards promoting AClass Academy of English and our English lessons and classes. AClass wants to be known as the school in Malta to learn English.

Englische Sprachkurse in Malta, English Language School in Malta www.aclassenglish.com has finally gone live.

2009-01-23T21:38:00.000+01:00

Well after a lot of sweat and sore eyes from staring at our computer screens AClass Academy of English's website, www.aclassenglish.com , has finally gone online. Obviously it is still not perfect but we are hoping to iron out all the mistakes asap (as soon as possible). Feel free to drop us a line and tell us what you think.

Learn English In Malta with AClass: Website Coming Soon

2009-01-16T11:28:00.000+01:00

The school is gearing up towards finally start accepting students on our English language courses here in Malta. We are hoping that learning English with AClass here in Malta will be a popular choice. Our courses have been designed with the student in mind. Learning English with AClass is an easy choice. I have over 10 years of experience with EFL and English Language Schools here in Malta. We are going to be offering a nice variety of courses from General English classes to Medical English and Aviation English. Students who want to learn English in Malta can also choose a One-to-One option which gives them the opportunity to really focus on their specific needs. Nothing is impossible, just ask us. Here at AClass Academy of English we aim to please and want you to enjoy your time learning English at out school in Malta.

Starting 2009 with a Language Learning Bang!

2009-01-07T09:22:00.000+01:00

Well 2009 has started with a bang here at AClass Academy of English in Malta. I never knew learning English in Malta could be so much fun! No, seriously. Pierre and I have been rushed off our feet working on the promotional material for the school and editing and proofreading the text. Next on our list are the manuals to give to agents, teachers and students. So far things are heading in the right direction. We should be moving downstairs sometime next week into our offices. It will be much nicer as we will be right next to the 8 classrooms and the internet cafe.

I have added a link to my Learn English Malta on the ning network.

AClass Photoshoot for Learning English in Malta Brochure

2008-12-16T12:45:00.000+01:00

Well, what can I say. The weather was glorious and people turned up to lend a hand. The pictures are amazing and I think the results speak for themselves.
I am really proud of our efforts to turn this English languge school in Malta into the best we possibly can.

Photoshoot for AClass English

2008-12-12T11:26:00.000+01:00

Well the ball has been set in motion. The 'models' have been booked and the photographer secured. Now all we can do is hope for good weather tomorrow.The shoot will use real students where possible. In fact I am going to be teaching English at one point so that they can get some good shots of the classrooms.

Once the shoot is over, it shouldn't be too long before we can start sending it out to our agents abroad. Learning English should be fun and professional. AClass wants to reflect this in their brochure.

AClass Photoshoot

2008-11-28T12:29:00.000+01:00

Currently setting up our photoshoot for the brochure and website. Praying we get decent weather for it or else we may have to reschedule it.

AClass Reception Desk and Logo

2008-11-21T11:00:00.000+01:00

Well, it has been a busy morning here at AClass Academy of English. Before students come to Malta to learn English with us we need to make sure the school looks its best. Bad Boy cleaners have been washing all the glass and polishing the floors. The reception desk arrived this morning and is looking great. Moreover the logos have finally arrived. They look even better than I imagined. I think we have one of the nicest, if not the best English language school in Malta.

Pierre is back from the fair in London!

2008-11-17T09:10:00.000+01:00

Well I saw two rainbows on my way to work this morning so I am hoping for a good week. Pierre bounced in full of beans having spent the last week in London at a fair. It seems to have been productive and he came back with plenty of ideas and some useful contacts for AClass Academy of English.

Now we just need to get the AClass Academy of English website up and running. We have finally (drum roll please) chosen a great company. I have seen their work before and they offer competitive prices and good after sales service which is very important.

Anyhow I am back to doing some more research before meeting some book suppliers later on this week.

Will update you all at the end of the week.

Learn English in Malta with AClass

2008-11-13T10:08:00.000+01:00

Just a quick hello to keep everyone up to speed. Currently, Pierre our Marketing director is away looking at various countries and markets to target and promote our school to.

Meanwhile back here I am holding fort. Looking at our competitors to see what they are doing right and wrong when it comes to English courses, language schools in Malta and learning English in general in Malta. My aim is to be humble and to learn from them and their mistakes.
After all, we all have to start somewhere don't we ?

I have seen so many English grammar mistakes on peoples websites it makes me worried. I know it's easy to slip up, but don't these people proof read ? In fact I am rather worried that I will have tons of mistakes. Please point any out should you notice them.

On a blog like this it is not as important however, you would think that on an English Language School website, it would be rather a different story :)

Dunno, does anyone have any thoughts on this one ?

Learning English in Malta with AClass Academy of English

2008-11-12T12:52:00.000+01:00

Phew, well it has been another busy week. The classrooms are almost ready and the signs have been ordered. The parquet is in and I must say the school is looking impressive. Students studying at AClass Academy of English are going to be impressed.

The classrooms are huge compared to some schools I have seen and worked for. So far we have 8 classrooms but there is plenty of room to expand later on. The entertainment room has been painted and so has the internet cafe. In fact, we are now just waiting for the doors and signs to go up. Then I can start ordering books and resources for AClass' student library and the teachers' staff room.

Now, we just need to get our name out there: Come learn English with AClass in Malta !!

AClass English Malta and Language fairs

2008-11-07T15:12:00.000+01:00

AClass Academy of English, Malta plans on going to the ICEF Berlin Fair 2009. This is the place for English Language Schools like AClass to meet quality agents to represent this school.This is where schools pitch their products to agents. ICEF BERLIN is not for the fainthearted. I now plan on making sure www.aclassenglish.com is targeting the right kinds of markets and that we provide easy terms and a quality service to now only students learning English in Malta but also language agents interested in working with AClass Academy of English Malta.

Setting up AClass School of English, an exciting time.

2008-10-23T15:49:00.000+02:00

Well, this is my first attempt at keeping a blog so please be kind with your initial comments.
I guess I should start by introducing myself and what I do.

My name is Elizabeth Camilleri and I am 31 years old. I have just started help set up a brand new English School in Malta called AClass. It is something really exciting for me as I have been involved in EFL for over 11 years but I've never been entrusted with a project this big.

Pierre, Marketing Manager of AClass and I, on behalf of the Midolo family, are hoping to get the school open by Easter 2009. The school is situated in Pembroke and forms past of St Catherine's school which has over 100 years of teaching to its name. AClass is going to take over the bottom floor and takes a maximum of 105 students at one time.
So far, the classrooms have been built, walls have been painted, air conditioner have been installed and the furniture and the books for the students and the teachers have been ordered. Our biggest challenge is the website.

AClass Academy of English doesn't have a site yet and it seems to be taking forever to sift through proposals from various web building companies. Besides they seem to cost an arm and a leg. So much so we are thinking of contracting the work out.

Till then, Pierre and I are doing our research, sorting out handbooks, visas, policies and content for the AClass Website when it finally gets up and running. our website domain name will be
www.aclassenglish.com I will let everyone know when we go live so you can give us your feedback!!!

Meanwhile I am off home before hitting a spinning class at the gym.

xxxx Liz