About

Bringing the world together through language

At IH Malta, our mission is to bring people together through language by delivering high-quality English education that helps students communicate confidently, make real progress, and achieve their goals.

As part of the International House World Organisation and an Eaquals accredited school, we are committed to high standards in English language teaching, teacher training, and student support. Our school community brings together students, teachers, and staff from different backgrounds, creating a welcoming environment where learning continues inside and outside the classroom.

About us

Our History

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International House Malta was founded in 2001 and became an affiliate of the International House World Organisation in 2003. Since then, we have welcomed students from many different countries and supported them in building confidence, improving their communication, and making meaningful progress in English.

Today, our school is located in St Julian’s, Malta, where we offer English courses for adults, teenagers, families, and teachers. As part of the International House World Organisation and an Eaquals accredited school, we are committed to high standards in English language teaching, teacher training, and student support.

What Makes us Special

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What makes IH Malta special is not only our location, facilities, or course options. It is the people who bring the school to life every day: our students, teachers, academic team, administration staff, and partners around the world.

We take pride in creating a welcoming international school community where students feel supported, teachers are valued, and learning continues inside and outside the classroom. Our aim is to help every student make real progress and gain the confidence to use English beyond the classroom.

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Our Centres

Main School,
St. Julian’s, Malta

Main School, St. Julian’s, Malta

Welcome to International House Malta in St. Julian’s! Our language school has found an exciting new home nestled in the vibrant heart of this popular town along Malta’s beautiful coastline. Our premises boast 14 spacious, well-equipped classrooms designed to create the perfect environment for interactive and engaging English lessons. Comfort is key, and our fully air-conditioned school ensures a pleasant study atmosphere no matter the season.

Convenience is at your fingertips with shopping centres, supermarkets, charming cafes, diverse restaurants, pharmacies, and entertainment options like bowling and cinema within easy reach for a relaxing break after classes. Exploring Malta is made simple with a nearby bus terminus. Additionally, our dedicated Activities Coordinator organises a range of exciting activities for students to explore the island’s cultural richness.

Plus, for convenient accommodation, our own Belview Residence is a short, 7-minute stroll away.

At International House Malta, we go beyond language education. Our new location in St Julian’s embodies modernity, convenience, and a vibrant atmosphere, ensuring a well-rounded and enriching experience for all our students.

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Affiliates and Licensing

International House World Organisation

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Founded in 1953 by John and Brita Haycraft, the IHWO (International House World Organisation) is committed to excellence in language teaching and teacher training.

Our affiliation with IHWO comes with both benefits and responsibilities. The main benefit of being part of IH is the training that they provide to all of the IH teachers. This includes access to free materials and resources developed by IH teachers, annual conferences and webinars, as well as professional development courses, a number of which are internationally recognised.

Our main responsibility is to provide high quality courses, making sure that all of our teachers have at least a CELTA (or equivalent) or a DELTA, and that they undergo continuous professional development. The quality of the services that we provide is assessed through regular IHWO inspections.

At the moment, there are 159 INTERNATIONAL HOUSE affiliated schools in more than 50 countries all over the globe. International House STUDY ABROAD SCHOOLS teach over 8 different languages to over 50,000 people worldwide.

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16th of November 2018 marked the birth, 65 years ago, of the International House World Organisation of which International House Malta is a proud affiliate.

EAQUALS

EAQUALS EAQUALS (Evaluation & Accreditation of Quality in Language Services) is an international association of organisations involved in language education. Its aim is to promote and guarantee high quality of language teaching and learning. To achieve this aim, EAQUALS has created and published a demanding set of criteria to verify the quality offered by its accredited members – schools offering courses in a variety of languages in 31 countries.

For more details visit www.eaquals.org

ELT Council Board

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The mission of the Monitoring Board for EFL schools is to foster the ELT profession and industry in all its aspects.

For more details visit www.eflmalta.gov.mt

National Commission for Further and Higher Education (MFHED)

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MFHED Lic.No. 2020-003

International House Malta is licensed as a Further Education Institution (License number: 2020-003) by the National Commission for Further and Higher Education (MFHED).

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What is Bildungsurlaub?

Bildungsurlaub LogoBildungsurlaub is a German education initiative where individuals can take an extra 10 days’ paid company leave to attend accepted educational courses that advance their profession.

Our accreditations

StateCourse
Ber­linIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
Bran­den­burgIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
Bran­den­bur­gi­sches Wei­ter­bil­dungs­ge­setz - BbgWBG
App­li­ca­ti­on form.pdf
Ham­burgIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
Ham­bur­gi­ches Bil­dung­sur­laubs­ge­se­tz
App­li­ca­ti­on form.pdf
Nie­der­sach­senIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
Rhe­in­land­-Pfa­lzIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
Bil­dung­sur­laub in Rhein­land–Pfalz
App­li­ca­ti­on form.pdf
Sach­sen–An­haltIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
Participation form.pdf
Schles­wig–Hol­ste­inIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
App­li­ca­ti­on form.pdf
Meck­len­burg–Vor­pom­mernIn­ten­si­ve Eng­li­sh, In­ter­me­di­ate
Hes­sen & Saar­landAll other recognitions are accepted

More accreditations will be coming soon.

How can I apply?

Download the relevant application form and contact your state agency. Applications and acceptance must be given BEFORE the course begins.For any further information, please contact bookings@ihmalta.com

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Students’ Area

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Our commitment at International House Malta is to achieve excellence in the teaching of English by top professionals in an enjoyable boutique school atmosphere. Quality is achieved through the understanding of the students’ individual needs, hard work, and sustained through continuous training and development. This is extended to all our services.

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FAQs

How do I book?

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You can book through out website by clicking «Request a quote» (online calculator) at the bottom of this page. You can also send an e-mail directly to bookings@ihmalta.com and we will reply within one working day. You can also come to the school and enrol in person.

Where can I stay?

There are several options to choose from: school apartments, school residence, homestay, hotels, or you can arrange your own accommodation. Other parts of the Island are easily accessible by public transport. Accommodation that we offer is affordable, clean, and suitable for anyone over 18.

How do I get there?

Getting to Malta is easy thanks to airlines like Ryanair, Easyjet and Air Malta. Once on the island you need to make your way to St Julian’s. You can get a bus or a taxi.

What levels do you teach?

Our school offers a variety of levels, from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficiency). To determine your level of English we will ask you to do an online placement test on our website, and one of the members of our academic team will also talk to you upon your arrival to make sure that you are placed in the right group. If, for some reason, you won’t have done the online test by the time you arrive we will ask you to do a pen and paper placement test when you come to the school.

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Some facts about Malta and useful information

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  • Languages spoken: English, Maltese
  • Weather: Average high is 29° in August and average low is 13° in January
  • Swimming season: April till October
  • Currency: Euro (€)
  • Time zone: CET (UTC+1)
  • Status: Republic
  • Population: 380,000
  • Size of Malta: 316 km2
  • Gozo Population: 31,000
  • Size of Gozo: 67 km2
  • Religion: Catholicism
  • Capital City Malta: Valletta
  • Capital City Gozo: Victoria
  • Largest town: Birkirkara
  • Leisure centre: St .Julian’s
  • Airport: Malta International Airport, Gudja
  • Calling code: +356
  • Malta Ferry terminal: Cirkewwa
  • Voltage: 240 volts (Plugs & adaptors: three-pin square British style plugs are used)
  • Driving in Malta: Driving is on the left
  • Telephones: The easiest way for students to call home is by purchasing a telephone card available from various shops around Gozo and Malta, or from Maltacom Head Offices, in Victoria or Valletta. Cards are available from €5 – €12.5. These cards can all be used to make both local and international phone calls from various telephone boxes around the islands. Telephone boxes which accept coins are not very common in Gozo. From a fixed phone you can save money by using VoIP technology – dial 1021 before the international access code “00” and talk via the internet for €0.0375 per minute.

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Malta & Gozo

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Malta and Gozo are the two biggest islands of the Maltese archipelago. Malta is a bigger island, which has a lot to offer its visitors in terms of social and cultural events, sightseeing, and nightlife. Gozo, a more rural island, too, has a lot to offer – with its beautiful beaches, nature, and a variety of historical sights, it is certainly worth a visit!

History

Malta, located in the very heart of the Mediterranean, has been attracting people from all over the world for over 7000 years. All of them, friendly visitors, guests, invaders, and conquerors, have left us with a unique historical, cultural, and linguistic legacy. The long relationship between the Islanders and the various nationalities who occupied Malta over the centuries has created a combination of styles and traditions, giving the islands a fascinating eclectic culture.

Important dates:
  • 1000 BC – The colonization of the Maltese Islands by the Phoenicians begins
  • 60 AD – St. Paul is shipwrecked on the Maltese coast
  • 1565 – Malta defeats the Ottoman army bringing to an end the Great Siege of Malta
  • 1914 – Malta becomes one of the British colonies
  • 1964 – Malta gains independence from Britain
  • 1974 – Malta is proclaimed a republic
  • 1979 – The last British ship departs from Malta
  • 2004 – Malta joins the EU
  • 2008 – The euro becomes the official currency of Malta
Culture

The culture of Malta reflects various societies that have come into contact with the Maltese Islands throughout the centuries, including neighbouring Mediterranean cultures, and the cultures of the nations that ruled Malta for long periods of time until gained its independence in 1964. Go to museums, visit a variety of historical sites, go to a concert, watch an open air theatre performance, or join a workshop to learn one of the local crafts. You will be amazed at the amount of ways in which you can experience the Maltese culture.

Eating Out and Nightlife

A great variety of restaurants are available for all tastes and budgets from gourmet dining to fast food. There are several places that specialise in typical Maltese food, such as, for instance, Malta’s national dish: rabbit cooked with garlic, wine and tomatoes. You can also find lots of Italian, Chinese and Indian cafes and restaurants.

Those who prefer going out in the evening will not be disappointment – with its main leisure and entertainment areas in St Julian’s and Sliema, Malta has a thriving nightlife, with weekly concerts, festivals, bars and nightclubs to suit a variety of tastes, age groups, and budgets.

Things to do and places to go…

As you may have already realised, Malta has a lot to offer. Our school offers you lots of trips and activities to help you discover the beauty of the Maltese islands and practice English at the same time. Learn more about our activities.

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