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MALTA
Formerly known as Kaplan Languages Group
MALTA
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SCHOOL GUIDE
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Why Study in our Malta School?
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About Positively Languages Malta
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Courses and Students
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Accommodation in Malta
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Health and Safety
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Laws, Local Customs & Rules
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Malta
Holiday Policy
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ABOUT MALTA
WHY STUDY IN OUR MALTA SCHOOL?
Sunny days, Mediterranean beaches, lively streets and an international atmosphere make every day an opportunity to explore, connect and practise your English.
• A diverse social programme that makes the most of the island lifestyle for you to enjoy outdoors • Big open terrace to enjoy the sunshine while studying or doing your homework • Malta is closer than you think, with direct flights from more than 100 destinations • Highly experienced and friendly staff to support your studies and stay • Join international students coming from every corner of the world
LOCATION AND CONTACT INFO Address Triq Marguerite Mangion, St Julians, STJ 3180, Malta Phone To be determined Emergency contact +44 204 652 6699
WHY CHOOSE THIS CITY: • 300 days of sunshine a year • Mediterranean lifestyle, food and culture • Spectacular beaches and coves • 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites to visit • More than 75000 students choose Malta to learn English every year CITY PERSONALITY: Welcoming, Mediterranean, coastal, outgoing, youthful, energetic, cosmopolitan, sunny, laid-back, natural landscape, creative, outdoor activities LANDMARKS: St George’s Bay, Mercury Tower, Spinola Bay and Palace, LOVE Monument, Dragonara Palace, Portomaso Marina THINGS TO DO: Diving, kayaking, sailing, hiking, enjoy the outdoors, explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, visit cafés, restaurants, bars and nightlife, go on boat trips around the islands TRANSPORT OPTIONS: Buses NEARBY CITIES TO VISIT:
SCHOOL INFORMATION School Director Keith Borg Languages spoken by staff English, Italian, Maltese Teacher qualifications TEFL, CELTA/Cert.Tesol, DELTA/Dip.Tesol, MA TESOL
ACCREDITATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
• Valletta - 15 minutes away • Mdina - 25 minutes away
Disclaimer: All the information on this school guide is for reference. Please contact your advisor for the latest information
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ABOUT POSITIVELY LANGUAGES MALTA COURSES PROVIDED: General English, Semi-Intensive English, Intensive English, Business Supplementary, IELTS Exam Preparation Supplementary and Intensive, Academic Year Abroad LEVELS OF ENGLISH OFFERED: Beginner,
LIVING COST (SAMPLE PRICES) Bottle of water €1.50 Coffee €3 Meal out for two €50 Sandwich €4 Local transport ticket €25 weekly pass
SAMPLE CLASS TIMETABLES
Language Foundation lessons MORNING
AFTERNOON
08:30 - 10:00 14:15 - 15:45 10:00 - 10:15 15:45 - 16:00
CLASS BREAK CLASS
Elementary, Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, Higher Intermediate, Advanced, Proficiency OTHER SERVICES: Visa support, airport transfer, medical insurance (see price list for details) SCHOOL FACILITIES: Lift, pray room, lounge, study centre, air conditioning, heating, WiFi, roof terrace, interactive whiteboards. At no extra cost SCHOOL MATERIALS: P+ Learning Space for all students. P+ Extra for Semi-Intensive and Intensive students. BEFORE YOU ARRIVE: Be sure to check your email the week before your start date for your class and orientation schedule! Also, don’t forget to complete the placement test and send in any required documents. FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: You should plan to attend class and orientation on your first day. NUMBER OF BUILDINGS: 1
10:15 - 11:45
16:00 - 17:30
Specialist Skills lessons
AFTERNOON (MON-THU) 12:30 - 14:00
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Karaoke Free Movie afternoon Free Harbour Cruise €20 Half day trip to Mdina €20 Half day trip to Valletta €20 Full day trip to Gozo €45
Language in Action Workshops MORNING (TUE-FRI)
AFTERNOON (TUE-FRI)
11:00 - 11:45
14:15 - 15:00
NUMBER OF FLOORS: 7 (6 floors with classrooms) NUMBER OF CLASSROOMS: 38 WHEELCHAIR / DISABLED ACCESS: Yes
SCHOOL LOCATION AND TRANSPORT
SAMPLE SOCIAL SCHEDULE
TIME TO...
ON FOOT
BY BIKE
BY BUS
1 minute 3 minutes 8 minutes 5 minutes 5 minutes
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
THE NEAREST CAFÉ / RESTAURANT THE NEAREST SUPERMARKET THE NEAREST POST OFFICE
DAYS
ACTIVITIES
Welcome dinner or drinks
MONDAY TUESDAY
Mdina by night
THE NEAREST ATM / BANK
Walking tour in Valletta and the three cities
WEDNESDAY
THE NEAREST GYM
Sliema Promenade
THURSDAY
N/A
30 minutes
THE NEAREST HOSPITAL
Harbour cruise and temple tour Comino Island BBQ in Golden Bay
FRIDAY
8/10 minutes
N/A
THE PROMENADE
SATURDAY
For the most up-to-date prices, please visit www.publictransport.com.mt
Number of social activities per week: 8-10. These are a combination of staff-led and suggested independent activities.
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HIGHLIGHTED PROGRAMME
Courses & STUDENTS
ACADEMIC YEAR ABROAD Enhance your English in an immersive environment. Whether you want to upgrade your language fluency, prepare for university or gain career skills, you will have 6, 9 or 11 months to study the language, live like a local and make lifelong friendships.
LANGUAGE AND CULTURE • Semi-Intensive • Intensive • Multi-Destination Year • UNIVERSITY PREPARATION • IELTS Exam Preparation
PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION • Business
SEE THE AYA BROCHURE
STUDENTS PER CLASS: Maximum 17 MINIMUM AGE: 16 years old AVERAGE AGE: 22-24 years old TOP STUDENT NATIONALITIES: Brazilian, Colombian, Chilian, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, Italian, German, French
Let’s GO!
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ACCOMMODATION IN MALTA
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ACCOMMODATION IN MALTA
ACADEMIC YEAR ABROAD RESIDENCE
STUDENT APARTMENT
BATHROOM
KITCHEN & DINING
BEDROOM
VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED? No SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE? No
ADDRESS: Various locations ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Single / twin / studio rooms with shared or private bathroom, shared kitchen and living area in shared, mixed gender apartments BEDROOM: Lamp, wardrobe, bed size might be either single or double bed KITCHEN: Fully equipped with oven / hob, pots & pans, cockery, fridge & freezer SERVICES: Weekly cleaning of common areas & bedrooms (including change of bed linen and towel), 24/7 emergency contact, maintenance, airport transfer available on request. Extra fee for additional cleaning, Lost key Emergency call-out fee, maintenance & repair costs, utility surcharge, additional guest fee FACILITIES: Wi-Fi, TV, washing machine, iron & iron board, lock on bedroom & bathroom door, emergency first aid; at no extra cost. Air conditioning for cooling & heating operated via coin meter, pay as you go meter
HOMESTAY INFORMATION
PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION
NOISE RESTRICTIONS? Yes 24-HOUR SECURITY? No RESIDENCE CLEANING: Weekly cleaning of common areas & bedrooms LINEN CHANGING: Linens are changed weekly MINIMUM AGE: Over 18s only (unless shared with a
Only students aged 18 and over can go into private accommodation. If you are 16 or 17 years old you will be housed in a homestay and should be home by 23:00 each night, including weekends. SOME TIPS TO FIND YOUR OWN APARTMENT OR SHARE A HOUSE WITH FRIENDS: • The Regional Accommodation Coordinator can provide a list of local letting agencies • Check whether the accommodation you are going to see is in a safe area • Take a friend with you when you go to view any accommodation • If you are sharing an apartment or house find out who has access to it • Make sure to ask the landlord to see a copy of the gas safety certificate, check that all cookers and electric fires are safe, and that smoke alarms are fitted. • Make sure your room is secure and that you have insurance for your laptop, camera, TV and other valuable items • Keep in mind that in addition to rent, you may be responsible for paying for additional fees and taxes
THINGS YOU NEED TO BRING: Toiletries, personal items to make your room feel like home, prescription medication SERVICES INCLUDED: Bed linen, towels, laundry once a week, a fan (no air conditioning in homestays). All included in the price MEALS PROVIDED: Yes, breakfast only or breakfast and dinner. Breakfast: Usually a light meal consisting of cereal, fruit, toast, juice, or coffee Lunch: You will be responsible for buying your own lunch at school, from a local restaurant, or the local shops Dinner: Your host will prepare an evening meal for you WHERE ARE THE HOMESTAYS LOCATED? Swieqi, Sliema, Pembroke, San Gwann, St Julian’s WILL THE HOMESTAY ARRANGE TO PICK YOU UP FROM THE AIRPORT? No, you will either need to book a transfer through the school or make your own way to your homestay DISTANCE TO SCHOOL: Homestays are 20 minutes by bus on average. The maximum travel time from all homestay options is 45 minutes TRANSPORT TO SCHOOL: Your host will help you to find your way to and from school on your first day and will show you how to use public transport
parent or legal guardian) AVAILABILITY: Year round MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS: One week
CHECK-IN: From 15:00 on Saturdays and anytime on Sundays. Students must book the arrival transfer service to receive their apartment key CHECK-OUT: On Saturdays by 10:00
TIME TO...
ON FOOT
BY BUS
BY TAXI
Max. 35 minutes
50 minutes 5 minutes 6 minutes 8 minutes 5 minutes 8 minutes 20 minutes 35 minutes
10/15 minutes
THE SCHOOL
15 minutes
3 minutes 3 minutes 3 minutes 3 minutes 3 minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes 30 minutes
THE NEAREST CAFÉ / RESTAURANT
15/20 minutes 15/20 minutes 15/20 minutes 15/20 minutes
THE NEAREST SUPERMARKET
THE NEAREST POST OFFICE
THE NEAREST ATM / BANK
THE NEAREST SPORTS CENTRE
1 hour
THE NEAREST HOSPITAL
2 hours 3 hours
VALLETTA
1 hour
THE MAIN AIRPORT (MALTA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LUQA)
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HEALTH & SAFETY MEDICAL INSURANCE: All students must have medical insurance for the duration of their stay in Malta. You can either book medical insurance offered by
LAWS
• No one under the age of 17 in Malta may buy or consume alcohol and no one under the age of 18 may buy or consume cigarettes. It is against the law to buy tobacco or alcohol for someone you know is under the legal age • Driving under the influence of alcohol is a very serious crime and police make regular random checks • You will need international ID to enter bars, clubs or pubs (e.g. student ID, ID card, driving licence) • Buying, selling and using drugs is illegal
IF YOU GET SICK: If you fall ill while in Malta you should visit a doctor. You can ask the Student Services Manager or your host where the nearest doctor is. If you have a minor illness you can ask staff at a local pharmacy for advice. Remember to bring any relevant insurance or medical documentation with you.
Positively Languages or choose your own. PROTECTING YOUR BELONGINGS: We strongly recommend you take out insurance for your personal belongings, especially cameras, mobile phones and laptops. Personal items cannot be covered by Positively Languages homestay or residence insurance.
LOCAL CUSTOMS
• Malta is a welcoming and inclusive country where everyone should be treated with respect, regardless of gender, background, or identity. • Maltese people are generally friendly and may start conversations with visitors. This is a good opportunity to practise English and learn about local life. However, respect others’ personal space and remember that not everyone wants to chat. Avoid sharing your address, telephone number, or other personal details with people you have just met. • “Please” and “Thank you” are very important words! Use them when asking for something or when someone helps you or gives you information. • In Malta, a tip of around 5–10% of the bill is customary in restaurants when you receive good service. Check your bill first, as some restaurants include a service charge. If this is already included, an additional tip is not necessary.
MEDICAL COSTS Medical costs are at the discretion of your local doctor or hospital. Average medical costs are as follows:
EMERGENCY SERVICES Call 112 in case of fire, medical emergency or if you need the police
CONSULTATION WITH A DOCTOR: €25 PRESCRIPTIONS AT A CHEMIST: €15 DENTAL TREATMENT: €60 EYE TEST: €40 NEW GLASSES: €200
POSITIVELY RULES
• If you leave your Positively Languages course early, we may inform the regulating authority and you may be required to return home • You must attend all classes. If you do not attend your classes your representative will be informed. If a student is under 18, parents will be informed. If you do not then improve your attendance you will be sent home and no refund will be given • Be on time for all your lessons • Always tell Positively Languages if you are going to be absent from school for any reason and tell your host if you are going away overnight • If you commit a criminal offence or have to be severely disciplined, you will be sent home and no refund will be given. We will also inform the immigration authorities
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HOLIDAY POLICY
MALTA PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
1st January 2026 10th February 2026 19th March 2026 31st March 2026
NEW YEAR’S DAY
FEAST OF SAINT PAUL’S SHIP
SAINT JOSEPH’S DAY
FREEDOM DAY GOOD FRIDAY
3rd April 2026 1st May 2026 29th June 2026
INTERNATIONAL WORKERS’ DAY FEASTS OF SAINT PETER AND PAUL
8th September 2026 21st September 2026 8th December 2026
VICTORY DAY
CONTACT US
INDEPENDENCE DAY
FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
SCHOOL CLOSURES: The school will be closed from 21st December 2026 to 28th December 2026 with an additional closure for New Years on 1st January 2027. ACADEMIC YEAR ABROAD STUDENTS: There are preset session breaks for all Academic Year Abroad students. These dates depend on your start date and cannot be changed. Please check with the school if you are not sure when these are. 25th December 2026 These dates are observed as holidays in the year. If you arrive on a week where the Monday is a holiday, your first day of school will be a Tuesday CHRISTMAS DAY
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