My Son's Experience In Maltalingua's Junior Summer Camp
Dan Besse is a French expat living in Malta. His son came to our English summer camp in 2024 and now has 4 weeks booked in 2025. He was kind enough to tell us about his experience with Maltalingua and why he decided to book with us again.
Baptiste, his son, lives in France and turns 10 this summer. He was born profoundly deaf and now has cochlear implants in both ears, so it is with real pride that Dan shares how he got on at Maltalingua.
Why did you choose Maltalingua?
When I was searching for a language school for Baptiste to learn English, I came across many options, but Maltalingua stood out. It offered a combination of learning and fun activities, which I thought would be the perfect way to introduce him to a new language in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
How did your son feel before coming to class?
Before his first day, he was full of worries and had many questions and complaints, like, “Why do I have to go?” “I don’t want to learn English.” “Do they speak French?” So yes , it was a bit stressful for him at first.
Did he enjoy the classes and English teachers?
Yes, he really enjoyed the experience , though to be honest, he probably loved the activities even more than the lessons! 😄 He was happy every morning to go, and each day we checked what he had learned. He didn’t talk much about the teachers specifically, but he seemed very comfortable, so I assume he was happy with them.
Did he enjoy the activities?
“Enjoy” isn’t a strong enough word , he loved the activities and knew them all by heart. One of his favourites was going to Bellavista, eating a hamburger at the restaurant, and swimming in the afternoon. He was also incredibly proud of making chocolate!
Did he make friends?
Yes, he made friends. At first, most of them were French, and he told me it was fine because he could still speak with others, too. Later on, he began to connect with kids of other nationalities , as far as I remember, he made friends who were Italian, Turkish, and Spanish.
Was he happy with the experience?
As I mentioned earlier, it was a real pleasure for him , and for me, too. Seeing my son immersed with other children, all learning English together , it was beautiful. As proof of that, he’s coming back this year, and I didn’t even need to insist when I asked if he wanted to return. I’m very proud of him.
What did you like about Maltalingua’s service?
I love the balance between learning and fun. It’s a great mix of lessons and activities, meaning children are learning while also feeling like they’re on holiday. It’s like working and relaxing at the same time.
Thank you, Dan! And Congrats to Baptiste! 🥰
Big thanks to Dan for his kind words, and we cannot wait to welcome Baptiste back in 2025 for more good times.
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