Christmas is around the corner

I can't believe how quickly December and  Christmas has come round again. I feel like it was only a few weeks ago that AClass Academy of English welcomed  groups of Teens and Juniors to learn  English with us in summer. I remember thinking summer was going to last forever.

It is only this week that Malta has seen any kind of wintry weather though we have had our fair share of wet days, the mercury has only just fallen to below 20!


The school is still quite busy for this time of year and we have such lovely students coming through our doors. I feel I have made friends for life. Classes are so small and personal that students who come in winter  time often come back time and time again as it really is the ideal time to focus on learning English.
 

We have several families here to improve their language skills together, a few Medical English students  and a number of students preparing for the IELTS exam next January.  There are also plenty  of  young and not so young adults taking General or Business English courses to brush up on their English and  improve their job prospects.

The tinsel is up but we have yet to decorate our AClass tree. Hopefully that will happen next week before our Christmas party on the 18th.

Christmas is a great time to be in Malta as the streets are full of lights and carols and although there is no snow the island somehow feels full of Yule time cheer.

AClass wishes you all a very Merry Christmas and we hope you book an English language course with us in 2013.

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Why learn English in Malta?

Malte

Malte : l’île des confluences

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!

Picture from Around Malta

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.

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.

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.

Explore Valletta!!

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!!

Free Resources For English Students

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!!!

AClass Launches New English Course in Malta

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

Learn English in Malta and Moby Concert

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

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

Wednesday - Gearing up for our Spanish English Language Students

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

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.

Learn English In Malta with AClass: Website Coming Soon

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!

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 Reception Desk and Logo

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.

Learning English in Malta with AClass Academy of English

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 !!