Sliema

IELS an LAL language centre

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English school in Sliema: IELS an LAL language centre

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Key points

Over 25 years of academic experience and superior quality
A vast range of Language Courses and a flexible approach to various requests
Qualified and experienced Teachers
Great location and modern facilities

The school

Levels: Beginner to Proficiency
Exams: Cambridge (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency)
School size: XL
Accommodations: Host family, Residence, Studio
Disabled access: Disabled access at school
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 16 years
Average age: 23 years
Nationality mix: Europe, South America, Asia, etc..
ratings: 307 authentic opinions

Our partner school is situated in Sliema, a gentle resort area just across the bay from the island´s capital Valletta, which is a 20-minute bus ride and a 5-minute ferry crossing away. The school is situated in a quiet road, just off the promenade. The modern language centre is air-conditioned and boasts bright and well-equipped classrooms, a bookshop, an internet café, free Wi-Fi in the reception area and student lounge, vending machines with snacks and drinks and a cafeteria next door. There are 100 classrooms to accommodate a maximum capacity of 800 students.

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Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 12
Minimum age: 16 years; 21.06-03.09: minimum 18
Schedule: 09:00-12:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 10.02 / 19.03 / 31.03 / 02.04 / 07.06 / 29.06 / 08.09 / 21.09 / 08.12 / 13.12.2021

Arrival day: Saturday or Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday or Sunday following course end
Arrival and departure days must be the same

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 12
Minimum age: 16 years; 21.06-03.09: minimum 18
Schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:00-14:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 10.02 / 19.03 / 31.03 / 02.04 / 07.06 / 29.06 / 08.09 / 21.09 / 08.12 / 13.12.2021

Arrival day: Saturday or Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday or Sunday following course end
Arrival and departure days must be the same

Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 7 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 6
Minimum age: 16 years; 21.06-03.09: minimum 18
Schedule: 09:00-12:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 10.02 / 19.03 / 31.03 / 02.04 / 07.06 / 29.06 / 08.09 / 21.09 / 08.12 / 13.12.2021

Arrival day: Saturday or Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday or Sunday following course end
Arrival and departure days must be the same

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 6 week(s)
Levels: Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years; 21.06-03.09: minimum 18
Schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:00-14:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates 6 wk

01.02 / 26.04 / 19.07 / 25.10.2021

Exam dates

Paper based: 12.03 / 05.06 / 26.08.2021
Computer based: 04.12.2021

Bank holidays

01.01 / 10.02 / 19.03 / 31.03 / 02.04 / 07.06 / 29.06 / 08.09 / 21.09 / 08.12 / 13.12.2021

Arrival day: Saturday or Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday or Sunday following course end
Arrival and departure days must be the same

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 6 week(s)
Levels: Advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years; 21.06-03.09: minimum 18
Schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-14:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

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1905 EUR

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Starting dates 6 wk

08.02 / 10.05 / 12.07 / 25.10.2021

Exam dates

20.03 / 19.06 / 27.08 / 04.12.2021

Bank holidays

01.01 / 10.02 / 19.03 / 31.03 / 02.04 / 07.06 / 29.06 / 08.09 / 21.09 / 08.12 / 13.12.2021

Arrival day: Saturday or Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday or Sunday following course end
Arrival and departure days must be the same

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 6 week(s)
Levels: Proficiency (C2)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years; 21.06-03.09: minimum 18
Schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-14:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

Free quote

Enrol

1905 EUR

3573 EUR

3027 EUR

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Extras

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Starting dates 6 wk

25.01 / 03.05 / 25.10.2021

Exam dates

06.03 / 11.06 / 02.12.2021

Bank holidays

01.01 / 10.02 / 19.03 / 31.03 / 02.04 / 07.06 / 29.06 / 08.09 / 21.09 / 08.12 / 13.12.2021

Arrival day: Saturday or Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday or Sunday following course end
Arrival and departure days must be the same

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4.1/5

Overall rating

94% of students recommending this school

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307 students gave their opinion about this school

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Larissa Stella Marie D.

22 years old - Germany

/ 5

Die Ausflüge waren top organisiert und waren sehr preiswert.

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2 weeks, October – November 2019

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« Die Speaking Class hat mir sehr gut gefallen. Das Ausflugsprogramm war ebenfalls sejr gut. Alle Lehrer sind richtig cool und haben immer eine lustige Geschichte auf Lager. »

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« Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Mitarbeiter »

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« La promiscuità della classe. Ho avuto la fortuna di non conoscere italiani se non l'ultima settimana!Gli insegnanti: abbiamo avuto la possibilità di confrontarci su temi anche attuali sentendoci liberi di esorimere i nostri oareri »

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Testimonials

Yasmina Alishia Pouassom

IELS an LAL Language Centre, Sliema
Duration: 3 weeks

My stay in Malta was wonderful! It’s incredible, I made a lot of progress in only 3 weeks. I reached the goal I had set and I am very happy to have made this language stay with ESL. The trip was organized in an optimal way and the people in Malta were all very nice. The teachers were all very much committed and motivated and they offered very attractive classes. The school organized so many things, like cinema nights, guided tours through the towns and much more. The staff members are all very friendly and are dedicated to answering to questions and to solve the students little problems. My host family could not have been better! All its members were very nice and always answered my questions. The trip and the stay in Malta were very well organized and I can only recommend such an experience to all!

Evelyne Delafalize

IELS an LAL Language Centre, Sliema
Duration: 1 week

I needed a good reason to learn a new language. My daughter-in-law is Norwegian, so her family and I can only communicate in English. I feel that, to improve a language, there is only one way: full immersion. I wanted to make my stay interesting from a cultural and historical perspective.

Malta was my destination last year. Upon arrival, I was welcomed at the airport and taken to my host family by taxi. IELS is in the centre of Sliema, and I spent a pleasant week there; I was warmly welcomed by the caring staff and lots of activities were organised. Teachers are nice and helpful. I was happy to see that I was not the only one trying this kind of holiday; it was very reassuring. And I was not the only one who had decided to go back to English classes, even though I am not 20 anymore. It’s comforting, at 50 years old! I met Brazilians, Austrians, Germans…

I decided to repeat the experience, but not alone; this year I chose Manchester, and a great communication partner, Margaux. Thank you everyone!!
Evelyne

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Host family
The Maltese are known for their hospitality and, through the ages, have welcomed people of all nationalities onto their island and into their homes. Our partner school has carefully selected the Maltese families who host students. As each person is unique, the school does its best to match their requests, taking into consideration their interests, age and individual preferences. Students will have the opportunity to practise the English they've learned in class with the family and to experience the Maltese way of life. Students receive half-board (breakfast and dinner). The host families, who live in various towns in Malta, are located up to 30 minutes by bus from school.

Day’s Inn residence (from 18 years)
This residence is just a 7-minute walk from the course centre. It consists of 45 studio apartments and 54 hotel rooms. It is fully air-conditioned, has central heating and also offers a communal kitchen and laundry facilities. A 24-hour reception service ensures students’ safety, comfort and convenience. Next to the reception, there is a large open-plan student area equipped with free Wi-Fi and furnished with comfortable sofas and tables. During the summer months, students can enjoy a leisurely afternoon at the private rooftop swimming pool and sun terrace, which boasts nice views.

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ENVIRONMENTAL TAX: From 1st of June 2016 this tax needs to be collected on site by all accommodation establishment owners. Please contact us if you need further information.

Day's Inn Student residence

General information

The residence is within walking distance of our adult centre and is centrally located in the heart of Sliema. Sliema is a vibrant seaside town just 3 miles away from the capital Valletta. It boasts a shopping and entertainment area comprising various trendy shops, cafes and restaurants as well as a beautiful promenade which leads to St. Julian’s (and the nightlife hub) to one side, and to Ta’ Xbiex, home to the yacht marina, and Valletta on the other side. Various bus stops for the main routes to and from Valletta and to the beaches in the north of Malta are within walking distance.

School distance

Door-to-door travel time:: 7 minutes
Means of transportation:: on foot
Average public transport cost:: 2-hour ticket ~ 2.00 EUR, 7-day ticket ~ 21 EUR
Walking distance to public transport:: 5 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:: 5 minutes
Coffee shops:: 5 minutes
Restaurants:: 5 minutes
Shops:: 5 minutes
Pharmacy:: 5 minutes

Availability

All year round
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

	Check-in / Check-out Sunday from 2:00 pm Saturday until 11:00 am Flexible check in/check out
	Entry card (building)
	Key (building)
	Code (building)
	Staff on-site 24h
	Deposit

Meals

	Use of kitchen
	Meal-plan available on request

Facilities

	Reception desk
	Smoking area
	Cafeteria
	Shared kitchen
	Oven
	Microwave
	Cutlery available
	Vending machine
	Laundry ~ 3.50 EUR/load
	Common area/lounge
	Wi-Fi internet access free in the lobby
	Cable internet access
	TV in common room
	DVD-player in common room
	Balcony/terrace
	Garden
	BBQ area
	Wheelchair accessible
	Parking (cars)
	Parking (bicycles)
	Swimming pool
	Gym

Room types and facilities

	Single 54 : 16 m²/ : 24 m²
	Twin 45 : 16 m²/ : 24 m²

	Air conditioning
	Heating
	Smoking
	Duvet and pillow provided
	Bed sheets provided
	Towels provided
	Toilet paper
	Ensuite toilet
	Ensuite shower
	Wash basin
	Shared toilets
	Shared showers
	Cleaning daily
	Desk
	Wardrobe
	Cooking facilities Studio rooms have food "warming" facilities - a microwave oven, but no hot plates.
	Microwave Only in Studio rooms
	TV
	Wi-Fi internet access Internet access in the rooms at extra charge (7 days: ~15 EUR, 30 days: ~45 EUR)
	Cable internet access
	Floor Tiles
	Balcony Some of the rooms only
	Safe deposit box Safety boxes are available at an extra charge.
	Room key provided

Our partner school strongly believe that your English learning experience in Malta or Gozo should be a fulfilling one in every aspect and that includes having a great time! The dedicated Leisure Team has put together the best mix of activities, excursions, sightseeing tours and fun-filled events which will surely allow you to make the most out of your language holiday and meet new and interesting people from all over the globe.

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ESL – Language Studies abroad guarantees the best prices on the Swiss market ! Any price difference will be refunded 100%.

Our students recommend it

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307 students rated this school. See the testimonials of former students.

Supplement course high season (1-7 weeks) (per week) (14.06-03.09.2021)	60 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (host family) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	112 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (residence) (1-7 weeks) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	98 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (residence) (8+ weeks) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	70 EUR

One-to-one course (min. 2 lessons) (1-19 lessons) (per lesson)	47 EUR
One-to-one course (min. 2 lessons) (20+ lessons) (per lesson)	43 EUR
Internet (host family) (per week)	20 EUR
Extra night (host family)	39 EUR
Extra night (residence)	27 EUR
Special diet (host family) (per week)	50 EUR
Airport transfer from Malta (pick-up)	29 EUR
Airport transfer from/to Malta (pick-up and drop-off)	51 EUR

Supplement course high season (1-7 weeks) (per week) (14.06-03.09.2021)	60 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (host family) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	112 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (residence) (1-7 weeks) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	98 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (residence) (8+ weeks) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	70 EUR

One-to-one course (min. 2 lessons) (1-19 lessons) (per lesson)	47 EUR
One-to-one course (min. 2 lessons) (20+ lessons) (per lesson)	43 EUR
Internet (host family) (per week)	20 EUR
Extra night (host family)	39 EUR
Extra night (residence)	27 EUR
Special diet (host family) (per week)	50 EUR
Airport transfer from Malta (pick-up)	29 EUR
Airport transfer from/to Malta (pick-up and drop-off)	51 EUR

Supplement course high season (1-7 weeks) (per week) (14.06-03.09.2021)	60 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (host family) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	112 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (residence) (1-7 weeks) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	98 EUR
Supplement accommodation high season (residence) (8+ weeks) (per week) (30.05-19.09.2021)	70 EUR

Course Material (to be paid on site) The cost associated with changing levels must be paid on-site	25 EUR
Environmental tax (host family, residence) (to be paid on site)	5 EUR

B2 First exam fee (to be paid on site)	175 EUR
Environmental tax (host family, residence) (to be paid on site)	5 EUR

C1 Advanced exam fee (to be paid on site)	180 EUR
Environmental tax (host family, residence) (to be paid on site)	5 EUR

C2 Proficiency exam fee (to be paid on site)	185 EUR
Environmental tax (host family, residence) (to be paid on site)	5 EUR