Flexible start dates
General English
- 20 lessons · 45 min
- 1 to 52 weeks
- Age
- from 16 years
- Levels
- Elementary to Upper Advanced
- Class
- 12 students on average
- Start date
- Starts every Monday

IELS is a very pleasant option for a language course in Sliema. The school lets you learn English in a lively setting, with a good balance between serious lessons and everyday quality of life.
In Sliema, conversations do not stop when the lessons end. The pace of the town and its openness to the outside make practising English more spontaneous and help you make the most of the immersion.

Flexible start dates
Flexible start dates
Flexible start dates
Flexible start dates
Flexible start dates
Flexible start dates
Fixed dates
Fixed dates
Fixed dates
Fixed dates
Transfers offered
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Google reviews
★★★★★ 5 / 5I came for three weeks and I’m absolutely delighted with the school, the teachers, and the accommodation. Many thanks to my teachers, Francesco and Anna, who made the learning process effective and dynamic. Not even five minutes of a lesson go by without us speaking. Absolutely everyone I met at the school is caring and passionate about what they do — all the reception staff, the director, and even the cleaning staff.
My roommate fell ill over the weekend when no management staff were available, but a solution was still found, and I was promptly moved so I wouldn’t get sick.
The common areas and rooms are cleaned frequently, and the residence has everything you need. I was worried that using a shared bathroom and toilet would be inconvenient, but it didn’t cause any issues at all. There are two kitchens and four bathrooms on the floor, so there are no queues, and there’s plenty of space in the fridge for storage.
I will miss this place very much and will definitely come back again. Thank you for creating such a welcoming environment for improving language skills, where learning truly becomes a pleasure!Alena KarvasApril 27, 2026View this review on Google
★★★★★ 5 / 5Great school to learn and study English. The teachers are very good and supportive, the lessons are interesting, and there are cultural and fun activities for all ages. The accommodation in Sliema is very convenient, and it’s easy to meet people from around the world, improve your English and enjoy Malta at the same time 📚
VincentSeptember 18, 2025View this review on Google
★★★★★ 5 / 5Some partnerships become more than just business, and ours with IELS Malta is a great example. After more than 15 years of working together and sending students their way, we can say with certainty that they take both learning and student care seriously, and they do it consistently well.
As a global language network, Verbalists Education sends both adult and young learners to Malta from many different countries, so we place high value on schools that can work smoothly across cultures, expectations, and age groups. IELS has always been organized, responsive, and transparent, which makes the full student journey easier, from placement and academics to day-to-day student care.
We especially want to highlight their summer school, because this is the most demanding and sensitive area of the business for any language school. With more than 25 years in education and academic advising, we know how difficult it is to strike the right balance between real learning outcomes, engaging activities, and the level of supervision that parents expect. Many programs struggle to get this right. IELS does not. Their summer operation runs with structure, clear communication, and strong student support, while still keeping the overall experience fun and meaningful for young learners.
Another area where IELS stands out is accommodation. Anyone familiar with Malta knows how difficult it can be to secure good, convenient housing that is also close to the school. IELS consistently offers excellent accommodation options in one of the best locations in Malta, with facilities that are within a short walking distance to the school, and in some cases even within the school itself. This makes a real difference, especially for younger students, in terms of safety, routine, and overall comfort.
We look forward to continuing our close partnership with IELS Malta and to seeing many more Verbalists and PRODIREKT students benefit from the same consistent quality and care in the years ahead.Verbalists EducationJanuary 6, 2026View this review on Google
★★★★★ 5 / 5I was there two weeks in March, it was my second time (first time in May 2024 and I´m sure not my last time). Again it was such an experience for me, the teachers are fantastic especially Lorena, Andrea and Ruth and I learned a lot.
I enyoyed the possibilities to improve my English in my free time by the activities with English Café Malta (Hiking, Talk time, Social Mixer...). If you like, there are a lot of things organised directly by the school, I also liked this very much. Alex, Petra and all the people in this school doing are great job. Last but not least I would like to say a special thank you to Matthew: I really appreciate your help everytime when I had a question!!!Andrea PhilippiMay 18, 2026View this review on Google
★★★★★ 5 / 5A dream experience! Amazing activities, teachers, and an exceptionally lovely staff. Working with them was an honor and a true joy. They made my summer so much better!
Ana ChiriacSeptember 1, 2026View this review on Google
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The study environment appears well structured, with clear reference points for working effectively, with spaces that allow serious work while keeping room to breathe.
To learn English in Sliema, this school offers a convincing balance between language progress, local immersion and quality of life. It is worth considering if you want to build a plan that is smoother, clearer and more reassuring.
ALTOAssociation of Language Travel Organisations
FELTOMFederation of English Language Teaching Organisations MaltaAccreditations and labels: FELTOM.
Accreditations and labels : ALTO, FIYTO, FELTOM
From €250 per week of classes (General English, 21 weeks minimum). Budget for 2 weeks: €1,594. Budget for 4 weeks: €3,020. Includes: course: General English (20 lessons per week); accommodation: homestay, single room, half board; fees (registration, file, accommodation); return transfer (Airport Transfer (Malta I.A.)). Sample start date: 4 January 2027, outside peak season. Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.
The minimum age is 16 years.
Accommodation offered: Homestay, single room, half board (from €399 per week); Residence, single room, breakfast (from €469 per week); Hotel, single room, breakfast (from €518 per week); Residence, single room, no meals (from €406 per week); Hotel, single room, no meals (from €455 per week); Residence, triple room, breakfast (from €287 per week); Residence, triple room, no meals (from €224 per week). Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.
Courses start on Mondays: 52 start dates in 2027, from 4 January 2027 to 27 December 2027.
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