Meet Archie Our Mascot

Archie, the AClass English  owl loves to have his photo taken by our English language students. He is especially fond of getting his picture snapped in front of local landmarks. Anyone can take Archie for a weekend photo shoot. Just drop by the office to find out more. 

Winding Down The Summer

The weather is cooling down somewhat and we have waved goodbye to lots of lovely people this summer. It always surprise us how many lovely people we meet here at school. Who can forget Lalla who brought us Sicilian pastries on her last day at school or Luciano and his group of Italian teens who were so well behaved?

Every week we look forward to welcoming new students through our doors so that they may fulfil their dreams of learning English. Students come here for a variety of reasons. Some want to learn English in Malta for their job or potential new job. These tend to take a General English Course or a Business English Course.  Others have fallen in love with a person who only speaks English. Some students dream of living in an English - speaking country or studying at a prestigious University where English is an entry requirement. These tend to take an Exam Preparation |Course.

All of our students agree that English is like a glue that connects us all. It gives people the freedom to work , live and travel anywhere in the world.

Where else to to come and learn this magnificent island than in the heart of the Mediterranean sea with a rich cultural and historical history with close ties to the British empire.

For more information on all our English courses in Malta here at AClass Academy please visit our website or send us an email.

Quick Recap

Well, I can't believe how quickly the months have passed. Christmas came and went and Nicole and I were saying it was going to be ages till we got to go to the beach again...FAST FORWARD six months and we are back to flip-flops and t-shirts. Where has the time gone?

January and February were busy with long-term students and organising accommodation deals to be able to offer the best to our students.

 March was training month .We also had teacher observations and teacher training sessions on using  White boards for English lessons, teaching Teens and also a session on teaching Young Learners. This to ensure all of our teaching staff are up to date on the latest methods and ideas in English Language teaching.

Interactive White Boards were installed at AClass between February and March.

April was the month when  AClass was given a facelift. We sprung into actions with new floors being  laid down, the classrooms were given a  fresh lick of paint and  new artwork hung on the walls.

During the refurbishing works

After!

After- new paint and new artwork

New artwork in the classrooms

New artwork in the table-tennis area

The president meeting some AClass students who are here learning English in Malta

AClass had a guest of honour in May, none other than the president of Malta himself. He was interested to hear about where our students came from and met many of them personally.

Junior group in June showing Liz their magazine. A project they worked on all week.

June has well and truly kicked off and we are looking at a number of student arrivals each week. New air-conditioners are being installed as well as new touch-screen computers for the internet cafe. As you can imagine these have been a hit with junior, teen and adult English language learners alike.

The new computers have been a hit!

So what are you waiting for ? Visit our English language School website for the latest special offers or contact us on info@aclassenglish.com 

Christmas Feast at AClass Academy of English

It’s the last week before the school closes for the holidays and what better way to

 draw a successful year to a close than by having a Christmas party full of good food

and Yule-time cheer.

All the remaining students thought this was a grand idea with many of them bringing something

home- baked with them. We had mulled wine and mince pies from   the UK, oranges and

panettone from Italy,  gingerbread cookies from Hungary, a sponge cake from Iran,  mini Salami’s

from Spain and of course, pastizzi from Malta.

After having our fill we sat down in the schools Internet Café and played a number of word games

which brought out the competitive streak in many of us.

Well -done to everyone for making the party a total success.

See you in 2013.

Spooky Offers on English Courses this November and December at ACLass

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AClass Summer 2012 : Learning English in Malta

 AClass Academy of English : Summer Fun 2012 in Malta 

 City and Guilds Exam preparation  Group- August 2012 

 Pre-Intermediate Group 

We love learning English with our teacher Vanessa!

Junior Elementary Class

Yummy Pizza- made by our students during their English Language Package

 Junior English Courses 

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It has been a fantastic summer here at AClass Academy of English. We have welcomed people from all over the world through our doors to learn English and made many new friends.

We have had students taking Cambridge First Certificate exams as well as others taking their IELTS exams as well as the City and Guilds IESOL exam. 

Some students have come here to combine a holiday with a language course. Others have had clear goals and were extremely driven. I am please to say we managed to satisfy all or at least nearly all their expectations. This is why after 4 years I can honestly say I love what I do!

If you are thinking of taking an English language course in Malta, why not contact us to find out why we have so many repeat students coming back year after year. You are not just a number to us. We cannot wait to help you improve your English in a small class with our expert teachers.

AClass - Quality English Courses That Don't Cost The Earth.

Visit: http://www.aclassenglish.com

The months are whizzing by and Malta is seeing more and more blue-bird skies as the mercury is rising. This spring, AClass Academy of English in Malta has been rather busy preparing for the summer period ahead.

Director of Studies at AClass, Liz Camilleri, says:

“After a very successful 2011, we have taken on board many of the suggestions and recommendations we received from our students and partner agents.

Consequently, AClass have  introduced a Business English course in the mornings in light of requests as  previously these lessons we only available in the afternoons.

Just before summer, we will be running an in-service refresher course for all the teachers to promote and exchange ideas. On-going monitoring and training are crucial to ensure teachers continue to progress and keep up to date with the latest developments. 

 We have invested heavily in our staff as we believe a school is only as good as the teachers it employs. No amount of technology can make up for a  teacher who is stagnant .”

All the teachers are  highly- qualified and besides holding the necessary qualifications to teach English they bring their life-experiences to the classroom. They come from a range of diverse working backgrounds with some having worked in mainstream schools while others are retired professionals.  There is also a journalist, a semi-qualified dentist and even a Reiki instructor in our team.  

“Our Business English teacher, besides holding a CELTA qualification, for example, is also an accountant with numerous years of banking experience under her belt.”

While the academic side of things are being taken care of, the Accommodation officers have also been busy interviewing new host families and securing accommodation close to the school. Demand for self-catering apartments with Wi-Fi from English language students is on the increase so this has been a priority this year. New hostels suitable for adults have also been added to the ever expending accommodation portfolio to offer as much choice as possible to prospective students.

Accommmodation Officer at AClass, Nicole Pullicino explains:

“Sourcing quality accommodation close to the school is an on-going project. We monitor all our families, especially during busy periods to ensure standards are kept high. I know we are on the right track when  our students come back the following year and  ask for the same families or apartment again.”

AClass Academy of English has seen steady and continual growth since it opened its doors to English language students in 2009. It offers General English classes as well as Business, Medical and Aviation English. Courses start from €115 euro per week. Visit http://www.aclassenglish.com

ISLE OF MTV JUNE 2011

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

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Jingle Bells - Christmas Spirit

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.

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

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!

Gearing up for an English Language Learning Summer

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.

AClass Brochure: English Courses in Malta

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Things to Do: Wine Tasting

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

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.

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

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.

Il Sito di ACLass in Italiano

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

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.

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 Classes with AClass Academy of English in Malta

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