# Maltalingua School of English Blog > Maltalingua is a highly accredited EAQUALS English language school in St Julian's, Malta. > This blog covers English learning tips, student stories, Malta travel guides, and school news. Topics: learn English in Malta, English language school blog, study abroad Malta, English tips, Malta travel guide, student experiences Malta, ESL lessons, English grammar tips Website: https://blog.maltalingua.com/ Main site: https://www.maltalingua.com Total posts: 321 Last updated: 2026-07-13 08:39 UTC ## Activities - [Maltalingua's Beautiful Beach Club Is Waiting for You!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalinguas-beautiful-beach-club-is-waiting-for-you/): Dive into Summer: Maltalingua Students Enjoy Exclusive Access to Neptunes Pool in Balluta Bay We are pleased to offer our students exclusive access to the Ne... (2025-05-13) - [Valletta: The Small Capital City with the Big Heart](https://blog.maltalingua.com/valletta-the-smallest-capital-city-with-the-biggest-heart/): Valletta: The Capital of Malta History and ConstructionValletta is the capital city of Malta, and it was built after the Great Siege of Malta in 1565. Once t... (2025-02-24) - [Exploring Culture and Collaboration: Our partners' Visit to Maltalingua School](https://blog.maltalingua.com/exploring-culture-and-collaboration-our-partners-visit-to-maltalingua-school/): Last weekend we had the pleasure of welcoming 10 partners to our school. Their agencies are based in different corners of the world, and they flew to Malta t... (2024-03-27) - [Is Gozo Homer’s Ogygia?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/https-blog-maltalingua-com-is-gozo-homers-ogygia/): Article English Reading Level: C1 Vocabulary Practice: click here to learn and practise the words in bold A trip to Gozo and Homer's Work [caption id="attach... (2024-03-08) - [Gozo at a glance](https://blog.maltalingua.com/gozo-at-a-glance/): Gozo is the second largest island in the Maltese archipelago. It sits to the northwest of Malta, with the little island of Comino and its Blue Lagoon in betw... (2023-01-26) - [Merry Christmas & Happy New Year - Wrapping Up 2022](https://blog.maltalingua.com/merry-christmas-2022/): As the last week of the year winds down, it feels like the right moment to look back and say thank you. And what a year it has been. Maltalingua spent 2022 c... (2022-12-16) - [Gozo – Jewel of the Maltese Islands ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/gozo/): Gozo is somewhere nearly all our students want to see at some point in the year, and honestly it is a must while you are staying with us. Here is why it is w... (2022-08-02) - [St. Peter’s Pool](https://blog.maltalingua.com/st-peters-pool/): We all know the usual swimming pools, the ones in hotels, in your own garden, or built into all sorts of other places. But what about a huge natural pool tha... (2022-06-16) - [Sports in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/sport-in-malta/): Malta is a brilliant place for sport, in summer and in winter.With so many different landscapes packed into a small island, there is plenty to choose from, w... (2022-06-15) - [Popeye Village](https://blog.maltalingua.com/popeye-village/): Did you know that Popeye Village, also known as Sweethaven Village, started life as the set for the 1980 musical Popeye? These days it is open to the public ... (2022-06-06) - [Maltalingua 10-year anniversary party](https://blog.maltalingua.com/10-year-anniversary-party/): On Friday 22 April, Maltalingua celebrated its 10th anniversary. 10 years of learning English, 10 years of friendships, 10 years of laughter, 10 years since ... (2022-05-06) - [Autumn in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/autumn-in-malta/): Malta, known for its long and glorious summer, slowly begins to see the weather change around September / October time. Autumn in Malta is a time everyone lo... (2020-10-14) - [Merry Christmas from everyone at Maltalingua School of English](https://blog.maltalingua.com/merry-christmas-2019/): This is the perfect time of year to reflect on the whole of 2019 and to show appreciation. Appreciation to our students for trusting and choosing Maltalingua... (2019-12-18) - [Trips Around the Maltese Islands](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-trips/): Malta is situated near Sicily and has two small islands just minutes away. Gozo and Comino are 2 small islands very close to Malta. If you travel to the nort... (2019-04-23) - [How is learning English at Maltalingua and Diving the perfect combination?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-with-diving/): Situated just five minutes walk from some of the most highly recognised diving schools in Malta, lies the classrooms of Maltalingua. This, as well as the exc... (2018-08-08) - [7 best events in Malta - Autumn 2017](https://blog.maltalingua.com/autumn-2017-malta-events/): At Maltalingua we love to go to all the great events happening in September and October in Malta. We've used our insider knowledge to create the following li... (2017-08-30) - [8 Best Events in Malta - Summer 2017](https://blog.maltalingua.com/summer-2017-malta-events/): Summer is a fantastic time to be in Malta. The sea is warm, the sun shining and the islands have a really exciting energy, but one of our favourite things ab... (2017-07-05) - [Malta Events 2016 - Top 10](https://blog.maltalingua.com/info-about-the-best-events-in-malta-in-2016/): The Maltese people love to party and so do the thousands of people who come to visit the islands each year. It seems like every week there is a great event t... (2016-03-03) - [Malta Carnival 2016 - What's on](https://blog.maltalingua.com/carnival-2016-in-malta-and-gozo/): With January nearly over, February is just around the corner. This winter the islands of Malta have been blessed with lots of sun and very little bad weather... (2016-01-27) - [Quad biking on the island of Gozo](https://blog.maltalingua.com/julians-diary-of-his-gozo-quad-bike-tour/): Waking up at 8 o'clock is never easy, especially on a Saturday. However, last Saturday it had to be done. Shortly after my early rise I was walking towards o... (2015-10-20) - [Events in Malta this month - October 2015](https://blog.maltalingua.com/events-in-malta-october-2015/): October in Malta is a time of change, regarding the weather of course. With autumn in its first few weeks, you will notice that the temperature will drop to ... (2015-10-02) - [Sliema Art Festival 2015](https://blog.maltalingua.com/sliema-art-festival-2015/): This weekend we take you to the east coast of Malta to find the Sliema Art festival. A three day festival open to the public, where music & art come toge... (2015-07-16) - [Isle Of MTV 2015](https://blog.maltalingua.com/isle-of-mtv/): Malta is well-known as an island for top entertainment especially over the warm summer months. We start off the summer season with a bang, with the Malta Mus... (2015-06-22) - [Guided tour of The Three Cities](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-three-cities/): Our recommendation of the week this week was a visit to Malta's Three Cities. The Three Cities offer an intriguing insight into Malta and its history. Left l... (2015-05-13) - [A Taste of Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/a-taste-of-malta/): Last night's dinner activity was organized in an old style Maltese farmhouse restaurant, known as Razzett L-Antik, (old farm). The owners of this restaurant ... (2015-03-12) - [Wine tasting and dinner](https://blog.maltalingua.com/wine-tasting-and-dinner/): Last week in Maltalingua, we decided to spice things up a little with a fantastic wine tasting tour and a lovely dinner out by the sea. The wine company we v... (2014-10-22) - [Horse Riding with Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/horse-riding-with-maltalingua/): We return back to normal this week in Malta with temperatures reaching 27⁰C. After the treacherous thunderstorms last weekend, the Maltese Islands returned t... (2014-10-10) - [A trip to Malta 5D and Valletta.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/a-trip-to-malta-5d-and-valletta/): Giuseppe 15.15 pm Tuesday 7th is our meeting point today. We will visit the capital of Malta, Valletta. We began our walk of 10 minutes to get to Sliema wher... (2014-10-10) - [Here’s what went on in Maltalingua this week.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/heres-what-went-on-in-maltalingua-this-week/): This week in Maltalingua on Tuesday the 16th we took the students out to the capital of Malta, Valletta.  The weather this week was very humid and cloud... (2014-09-19) - [The Three Cities Tour Malta - Birgu, Bormla, and Isla](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-three-cities-tour/): Now that September has begun the temperature has finally dropped slightly, with cool breezy winds sweeping over the islands. We took this opportunity to visi... (2014-09-12) - [A guided tour in Mdina](https://blog.maltalingua.com/a-guided-tour-in-mdina/): On Tuesday the 26th of August Maltalingua organised a trip to Mdina as one of our popular weekly activities. The guided historical tours are always very popu... (2014-08-27) - [Maltalingua Boat Summer Special 2014](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-boat-summer-special-2014/): The Santa Maria fell on Friday 15th August and as such Maltalingua School of English was closed. Instead we decided to charter a private yacht for teachers a... (2014-08-20) - [Trip to Saint Peter's Pool with Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/trip-to-saint-peters-pool-with-maltalingua/): If you are looking for a stunning natural swimming pool with the most beautiful scenery and light green colours, you should go to Saint Peter’s Pool, in the ... (2014-08-19) - [The Hal Lija Festa](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-hal-lija-festa/): We met up at Giuseppe, 25 people all with eager expressions on our faces, feeling excited about the prospect of a very special night, for many of the student... (2014-08-06) - [Maltalingua Trip to the Farsons Great Beer Festival](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-trip-to-the-great-beer-festival/): On Friday the 28th of July, one of our newest teachers (Jonathan, from Glasgow in Scotland), accompanied a thirty five strong group of students to the annual... (2014-07-31) - [A visit to the Blue Grotto](https://blog.maltalingua.com/a-visit-to-the-blue-grotto/): The Blue Grotto is simply one of the nicest places to be visited in Malta. Just like the Blue Lagoon, it takes its name from the crystal blue waters it offer... (2014-06-06) - [Badger Karting Grand Prix, Maltalingua Style!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/badger-karting-2014/): As one of the highlights in this week’s activities Maltalingua decided to organise a badger karting grand prix - one of my personal favourites! Badger kartin... (2014-05-30) - [Let's go to Comino! A guest post by Claire](https://blog.maltalingua.com/comino-guest-post/): I like to travel, to discover new landscapes but what I like the most is to talk with people and to understand their ways of living. But I don't speak a... (2014-05-30) - [What to do in Malta: Events in April](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-do-in-malta-and-events-april/): April is the month of change, with spring in the air it’s the time to put away your jackets and get out your t-shirts. With temperatures starting to increase... (2014-03-25) - [November 2013 events in Malta ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-events-in-november/): With plenty of opportunities to use your English outside of the classroom and a range of activities to keep you occupied in your free-time, we guarantee that... (2013-10-30) - [Underwater Experience in Malta - Diving and Snorkelling ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/underwater-in-malta/): Malta’s crystal-clear waters and beautiful underwater scenery make for an unforgettable experience, whether scuba diving or snorkelling. The abundance of wre... (2013-10-24) - [October Events in Malta ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-events-in-october/): If you’re looking for something to fill your afternoons and evenings when you’re not studying, Malta will not disappoint this October with plenty going on al... (2013-09-30) - [Malte in Malta - Malta vs. Bulgaria football match](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malte-in-malta-football-match/): Thanks to our student Malte for writing this nice post :-) Today, Wolfgang and I went to the national football stadium of Malta. We saw the game Malta agains... (2013-09-25) - [September Events in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-events-in-september/): Malta has much to offer visitors all year round and September is no exception with loads of events going on to keep you busy between classes. History Learn m... (2013-08-29) - [August Events in Malta ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-events-in-august/): Looking for something to keep you entertained and amused outside of your English course this August? Fear not! Malta has plenty to offer this month as always... (2013-08-05) - [Maltalingua Beach Club](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-beach-club/): Yes, this year we have our very own beach club just off the largest beach in Malta, Mellieha Bay! For our adult students, over the summer, we organize privat... (2013-08-02) - [Isle of MTV Malta Special 2013](https://blog.maltalingua.com/isle-of-mtv-malta-2013/): Yes, Maltalingua were there : ) 7th edition. Over 50,000 spectators... 4 international music acts... Local talent... The top event of the year... The massive... (2013-07-03) - [Champions league final on our big screen and BBQ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/champions-league-final-201/): It was a night to remember as we had our first BBQ of the summer. Under the new roof on the terrace we installed our new BIG screen where we watched Bayern t... (2013-05-29) - [Students try rabbit and start dancing!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/traditional-meal/): As part of the school’s comprehensive activity plan we now offer a weekly evening night out accompanied by a Maltalingua teacher. Students can get to know ea... (2013-05-28) - [June Events in Malta ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-events-in-june/): Whether visiting Malta to enjoy the island’s spectacular natural beauty, experience its ancient history explore its fascinating culture or all of the above, ... (2013-05-28) - [May Events in Malta ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/may-in-malta/): An English course at Maltalingua wouldn’t be complete without taking some time to explore the culture and nightlife of the island further. There is always so... (2013-04-30) - [Malta, Summer 2013 - MTV are in, are you?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/isle-of-mtv-malta-2013-learn-english-and-party/): How would you feel about joining 50,000 music lovers on the sun-kissed island of Malta this summer? What about watching some of the world’s top music acts pe... (2013-04-25) - [March Events in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/whats-up-in-malta-in-march/): We can't wait to welcome new students to Maltalingua in March. We have lots of great activities for you both in the classroom and out of it. And there's alwa... (2013-03-01) - [The Best of 2012 - Thank you everyone for a great year!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-best-of-2012/): Memorable After arriving in Malta at the start of March 2012, Malta has given memories that shall be cherished for many years to come.  Not only was it ... (2013-02-05) - [Functional English: After School Learning, not Detention](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-after-school-learning/): Maltalingua makes it a point to teach English professionally in the classroom, but also to include teachers and make English practice fun through an active s... (2012-12-18) - [School Activity: Maltalingua Pub Night](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-pub-crawl/): After a great mixture of social activities to explore Maltese culture, another to try Maltese food, and another to develop English pronunciation, it was time... (2012-12-13) - [School activity: Pronunciation Workshop](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-english-workshop/): "Stressing English" English is so widely spoken, it has often been referred to as a "world language" of the modern era and while it is not an official langua... (2012-12-06) - [School activity: A pleasant dinner on a chilly, rainy night](https://blog.maltalingua.com/dinner-night-with-language-students/): Despite the fact that our initial plan was to head off to Birgu Waterfront, the weather had other plans in mind.  Instead, we decided to find a good res... (2012-12-04) - [School activity: Valletta The Most Humble City](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-valletta/): Malta, the unique island in the Mediterranean boasts of a capital city built by the Knights of St John and nicknamed as the city built by gentlemen for gentl... (2012-11-28) - [School activity: Maltalingua Pub Crawl](https://blog.maltalingua.com/pub-crawl-night/): Although our original plan was to go to the cinema, there was a unanimous decision to go for a Pub Crawl instead. There was no set plan as to where and when ... (2012-11-21) - [School activity: Silence Please! Mdina Visit in Progress](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-mdina-visit/): One of Maltalingua’s students’ favourite places to visit, is the old capital city, Mdina: the city of many names. The name Mdina originates from the Arabic w... (2012-11-15) - [School activity: Valletta Waterfront by night](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-valletta-waterfront/): As always, loads of students took heed of our eagerness and signed up for our celebratory end-of-the-week activity. This time round, we decided to meet a bit... (2012-11-08) - [School activity: Inquisitive students visit Inquisitor’s Palace](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-excursion-to-inquisitors-palace/): At Maltalingua we aim to please our students, young or mature and each week we organise different activities to cater for different tastes. Many enjoy a quie... (2012-10-30) - [School Activity: Karaoke Revisited](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-karaoke/): We were all set for another night of karaoke, and this one was the big one.  We’ve always found it to be popular in the past, but this particular karaok... (2012-10-24) - [School Activity: ‘Treasure Hunt’ English!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-english-treasure-hunt/): The Maltalingua leisure programme provides the opportunity for students to meet new people and practise their English in a relaxed environment and a context ... (2012-10-19) - [School Activity: Independence Day Festivities](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activities-independence-day/): On the 21st September, Malta celebrates Independence Day. This national holiday is annually celebrated with a week of events which take place on the Granarie... (2012-10-09) - [School Activity: End of Summer Maltalingua BBQ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-bbq/): As we neared the end of summer, we thought ‘what’s summer without a barbecue on the roof at the school?’ Students and staff started gathering together upstai... (2012-10-02) - [School Activity: End of Summer Boat Party](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-boat-party/): Come September, many of us were already unhappy that summer was almost over. For most of us, it was a hot and busy season, but also fun. During the hot summe... (2012-09-27) - [School Activity: We spent the night bailando](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-salsa-night/): Dancing has always been one of my favourite things to do in my free time. I don’t just consider it as a hobby, it is a passion. So, the moment I came across ... (2012-09-26) - [School Activity: Mdina Excursion and sinful Chocolate Cake!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-excursion-mdina/): The sun was still shining as we all gathered at school and set off for our evening excursion to Mdina. All the students were looking forward to tasting the r... (2012-09-13) - [School Activity: St Julians Festa](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activity-malta-festa-stjulians/): I have to admit it. I am addicted to traditional Maltese festas (feasts). Every year, I help organise the one in my town, I follow others in neighbouring vil... (2012-09-12) - [School Activity: Games by the pool](https://blog.maltalingua.com/school-activities-fun-at-the-pool/): It was the middle of the week, and one of the activities on the week’s social programme was to play some games by the pool, meet new people and have the oppo... (2012-09-05) - [Dinner at the Valletta Waterfront](https://blog.maltalingua.com/activities-dinner-at-the-valletta-waterfront/): It was the eve of another activity, one more hectic week had soon come to a close, and the agenda for our Friday evening was to go out to eat for dinner at t... (2012-08-29) - [Karaoke Night full of endless Delight!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/karaoke-night/): Seeing as we were nearing the end of the last week for many of our students, we decided to celebrate their departure with our popular fortnightly Karaoke eve... (2012-08-17) - [Farsons Beer Fest Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/beer-fest/): How would you end a hot and tiring week? At the Great Farsons Beerfest of course! And that’s exactly what we did! Our teachers and managers were really looki... (2012-08-17) - [Cool school pool Monday madness!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/welcome-party-cool-pool/): Another manic Monday had come to an end here at Maltalingua, and there was no better way to end it than with our typical afternoon by the pool, whilst munchi... (2012-08-02) - [Msida Festa School Activity](https://blog.maltalingua.com/msida-festa/): At the end of a busy week, all the students were looking forward to another cultural activity where they could socialise, practise their English in a laid ba... (2012-07-25) - [Football and English at sunset](https://blog.maltalingua.com/football/): After a day of fun and learning at school, all the boys were geared up for an afternoon of football. Initially we had planned to play the game on the beach, ... (2012-07-22) ## Awards - [Our Students Have Spoken: Maltalingua Receives the 2026 Excellence Award](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-2026-excellence-award-languagecourse-net/): We've just received the 2026 Excellence Award from LanguageCourse.Net, and it's worth explaining why this particular award means a lot to the team. Awarded b... (2026-04-22) - [Excellence in Education: A Closer Look at Maltalingua's Award-Winning Teaching Staff](https://blog.maltalingua.com/excellence-in-education-a-closer-look-at-maltalinguas-award-winning-teaching-staff/): Good language teaching comes down to good teachers. They shape the whole learning experience, and they do it with real expertise and care. At Maltalingua, ou... (2024-06-17) - [Achieving Excellence: How Maltalingua's EAQUALS Accreditation Elevates Your Learning Experience](https://blog.maltalingua.com/achieving-excellence-how-maltalinguas-eaquals-accreditation-elevates-your-learning-experience/): Learning a language opens doors to new cultures and opportunities and it also helps you grow personally and professionally. A lot of that comes down to the q... (2024-04-25) - [Winner Of The 4-Week IELTS Scholarship](https://blog.maltalingua.com/scholarship-winner/): Nomination of the winner of the 4-week IELTS scholarship at Maltalingua Just over 6 months ago, Maltalingua offered a free 4-week IELTS scholarship again. It... (2022-08-02) - [ST Star Awards – English Language School Europe & Junior Courses for Under 18's ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/star-awards-2022/): Maltalingua is a Finalist for the Study Travel Star Awards, English Language School Europe 2022 Maltalingua School of English is delighted to share that it h... (2022-07-29) - [2019 Awards - Inspiring ELT Professional of the Year Award](https://blog.maltalingua.com/inspiring-elt-professional-2019/): Jeremy Glass, an EFL Teacher at Maltalingua School of English, has been presented with the ‘Inspiring ELT Professional of the Year 2019’ award at this year’s... (2019-10-25) - [WIN a language trip – Do Smarties have the answer?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/smarties-competition/): Following on from the success of our Malteser and Pool competition, Maltalingua is again offering you the chance to win a language trip to our school in Malt... (2013-11-19) - [Win a language trip to Malta!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/win-a-language-trip-to-malta/): Maltalingua English Language School is offering a one week language holiday to the sunny island of Malta! The prize includes: 2 weeks English course (20) 14 ... (2012-10-10) ## Course Guides - [How Long Does It Take to Improve Your English in Malta?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/how-long-improve-english-in-malta/): English progress depends on course length, intensity and how much you use English outside class. If you are students deciding course length, this guide gives... (2026-07-03) - [Malta vs Ireland vs UK: Best Place to Learn English in Summer](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-vs-ireland-uk-learn-english-summer/): The best English destination is not always the most obvious one. It depends on budget, weather, lifestyle and confidence. If you are students choosing betwee... (2026-06-22) - [Summer English Courses in Malta: What to Expect Week by Week](https://blog.maltalingua.com/summer-english-courses-malta-week-by-week/): A summer English course is much easier to plan once you understand what each week is really for. If you're thinking about a summer course, here's a practical... (2026-06-15) - [Malta vs Ireland for Learning English: Which Should You Choose?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-vs-ireland-learn-english/): When you're looking for somewhere to learn English, Ireland and Malta both come up. They're two of Europe's most popular destinations for language learners: ... (2026-05-27) - [Your Erasmus+ English Course in Malta: A Practical Planning Guide](https://blog.maltalingua.com/erasmus-english-course-malta-planning-guide/): Erasmus+ funding is one of the best ways for Europeans to study English abroad. KA1 mobility funding can cover your course fees, travel, accommodation, and d... (2026-05-21) - [Summer English School in Malta: What to Expect in 2026](https://blog.maltalingua.com/summer-english-school-malta-2026/): Summer is when Malta comes into its own. The town fills with students from across Europe and beyond, the harbour bars open up, the boat trips run daily, and ... (2026-05-20) - [How to Choose the Right English Course in Malta: A Complete Guide](https://blog.maltalingua.com/how-to-choose-right-english-course-malta/): Choosing an English course isn't complicated, but the sheer range of options can make it feel that way. General English, Intensive, Business, IELTS, One-to-O... (2026-05-07) - [50+ English Courses in Malta: Learning English as a Mature Student](https://blog.maltalingua.com/50-plus-english-courses-malta-mature-students/): The phrase "English course" tends to bring to mind undergraduates in hoodies packed into a classroom. That's a real product and it works well for that market... (2026-05-07) - [Secure Your Summer 2026 Place in Malta — May Only, 20% Deposit](https://blog.maltalingua.com/secure-your-summer-2026-place-in-malta-may-only-20-deposit/): Reserve your Summer 2026 English course in Malta with just a 20% deposit — available in May only. Boutique, EAQUALS-accredited, small classes. (2026-05-01) - [Intensive English vs Standard Courses: Which Should You Choose?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/intensive-english-vs-standard-courses-malta/): Choosing between a standard English course and an intensive one is one of the most common questions students ask before they book. The honest answer is that ... (2026-04-23) - [English for Beginners in Malta: Everything You Need to Know](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-beginners-malta-everything-know/): You've decided to start learning English. Maybe you've never studied it before, maybe you know a few words but nothing solid. Either way, you're wondering wh... (2026-04-16) - [Why Malta Is the Smartest Choice for Learning English in Europe in 2026](https://blog.maltalingua.com/why-malta-smartest-choice-learn-english-europe/): If you're planning to learn english in europe, you have more options than ever. The UK, Ireland, Spain, Cyprus all have English schools. So why do more and m... (2026-04-15) - [Erasmus+ in Malta: How to Study English for Free](https://blog.maltalingua.com/erasmus-english-course-malta/): What if you could study English abroad and not pay a single euro? Sounds too good, right? But for thousands of Europeans every year, that's exactly what happ... (2026-04-09) - [Malta vs Other English-Speaking Destinations: An Honest Comparison](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-vs-english-destinations/): You've probably got a shortlist. UK, Ireland, maybe the US or Canada. Possibly Australia if you're feeling adventurous. And then there's Malta, this tiny Med... (2026-03-31) - [Business English in Malta: Advance Your Career](https://blog.maltalingua.com/business-english-course-malta/): English runs international business. That's not opinion, it's just how things work. Whether you're prepping for a job interview at a multinational, managing ... (2026-03-28) - [10 Reasons to Choose Malta Over the UK for English Study](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-vs-uk-english-study/): The UK is the obvious choice. Everyone knows that. It's where English comes from, the schools have been running for decades, and there's a certain prestige t... (2026-03-19) - [Learn English in Malta: The Complete 2026 Guide](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-malta-guide/): Malta. Tiny island, big reputation for English learning. And honestly? It deserves it. English is one of the official languages here, going right back to the... (2026-03-17) ## English Learning Tips - [English for Travel: Useful Phrases for Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-for-travel-useful-phrases-malta/): Travel English becomes easier when you learn short phrases you can use immediately. If you are students using English around Malta, this guide gives you a pr... (2026-07-09) - [English Speaking Practice: 25 Questions for Meeting New People](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-speaking-practice-questions-meeting-new-people/): Good questions make English practice easier because they keep conversations moving. If you are students who want social fluency, this guide gives you a pract... (2026-06-26) - [How to Improve Your Pronunciation While Living in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/improve-pronunciation-living-in-malta/): Pronunciation improves fastest when classroom correction meets daily real-world speaking. If you are students who want clearer spoken English, this guide giv... (2026-06-17) - [English Phrases You'll Actually Use During Summer in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-phrases-summer-malta-students/): Summer hands you dozens of natural chances to practise English, as long as you know what to say. If you want usable English quickly, here's a practical set o... (2026-06-14) - [How to Improve Your English Pronunciation in Malta Faster Than Anywhere Else](https://blog.maltalingua.com/improve-english-pronunciation-malta/): Pronunciation is the part of English most learners neglect. You can have perfect grammar, a wide vocabulary and strong reading comprehension, and still be ha... (2026-06-04) - [How to Get the Most Out of Your English Course in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/get-most-from-english-course-malta/): You've booked your course, you're in Malta, the weather is good, and the harbour views from your classroom keep pulling your attention. Now what? The school ... (2026-05-14) - [Why Native English Teachers Matter for Your Progress](https://blog.maltalingua.com/native-english-teachers-malta/): When you're picking an English school abroad, one question matters more than anything else: who is actually going to teach you? Not the building. Not the bro... (2026-04-11) - [How Long Does It Really Take to Improve Your English?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/how-long-improve-english/): "How long will it take?" Every student asks this, usually within the first five minutes of walking through the door. And the honest answer is a little annoyi... (2026-04-04) - [Why Small Class Sizes Make a Difference When Learning English](https://blog.maltalingua.com/small-class-english-course/): Twenty-five students in a room. Teacher asks a question. Five hands shoot up, the same five as always, and you sit there thinking "I knew that" but the momen... (2026-03-26) - [How to Prepare for IELTS: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://blog.maltalingua.com/ielts-preparation-guide/): IELTS prep is overwhelming. Four sections, a band scoring system that makes no sense until you've stared at it for a while, and about ten thousand conflictin... (2026-03-21) ## English Lessons - [Prepositions of Place](https://blog.maltalingua.com/prepositions-of-place/): Prepositions of place show where one thing is in relation to another. Common prepositions of place include: In: Indicates being inside a space or area. Examp... (2024-05-27) - [Prepositional Phrases and Vocabulary Practice](https://blog.maltalingua.com/prepositional-phrases-and-vocabulary-practice/): Want to get better at English and feel more confident using the language? Maltalingua English Language School has added something new to our Grammar Series: ... (2024-05-24) - [Navigating the World of Prepositions](https://blog.maltalingua.com/navigating-the-world-of-prepositions-at-maltalingua-english-school/): Part 1: Navigating the World of Prepositions at Maltalingua English School Welcome to Maltalingua English School in Malta, where we help you sharpen how you ... (2024-05-17) - [Introducing Grammar Focused Lessons and Practice Worksheets](https://blog.maltalingua.com/introducing-grammar-focused-lessons-and-practice-worksheets/): Welcome to Maltalingua English School, one of Malta’s favourite places to learn English. We are pleased to announce a new blog series built to help you under... (2024-05-16) - [As an ELT teacher are you a fruit salad or a bowl of fruit?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/as-an-elt-teacher-are-you-a-fruit-salad-or-a-bowl-of-fruit/): Education Act - Chapter 327 of the Laws of Malta, Legal Notice 221 of 2015 - The English Language Teaching Council Regulations: The object of these regulatio... (2023-11-02) - [Insights into an English Lesson at Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-lesson-maltalingua/): Here is your chance to see what an English lesson at Maltalingua is really like. This blog takes you to Malta and drops you into one of our classrooms, sitti... (2023-03-22) - [What Makes a Good Teacher?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-makes-a-good-teacher/): Have you ever wondered why there are always some teachers who seem to be 'better' than others? Everybody remembers having someone very motivating, patient, d... (2019-11-13) - [Free English Lessons - Learning and Developing New Vocabulary](https://blog.maltalingua.com/vocabulary/): Without vocabulary, we would not be able to express ourselves or communicate. As we all know it is very difficult to remember new vocabulary so teacher Abbie... (2018-11-16) - [Free English Lessons - More tips to help with "-ed" endings!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/pronunciation-ed/): The suffix -ed can be used to end a regular verb in its past simple or past participle form (climbed, watched, started), or to end an adjective (bored, inter... (2018-10-07) - [Free English Lesson – Ten Mistakes You're Making With Prepositions](https://blog.maltalingua.com/prepositions/): There are over 150 prepositions in English, so it’s no surprise that we sometimes confuse them, although only 70 of these prepositions are used on a daily ba... (2018-09-12) - [Free English Lesson – Substantive Nouns and their Uses](https://blog.maltalingua.com/substantive/): Today we look at how to use substantive nouns: The brave and the free, the young and the old, the Maltese and the Welsh. How do these words that are usu... (2018-09-10) - [Free English Lesson - Irregular verbs and their irregularities](https://blog.maltalingua.com/irregular/): How many times have you been speaking in English and got stuck when you had to think of the past form of a verb? Regular or irregular? What's the irregular p... (2018-09-07) - [Free English Lesson - Passive forms and when to use them](https://blog.maltalingua.com/passive-forms/): What are the passive forms? Have you ever thought about why the passive forms are used in English? Why so many speakers are confused by them? Let’s chat abou... (2018-08-10) - [Free English Lesson - Learn the colours!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/colours/): Colours are some of the very first words you learn in any language, and English is no exception. Ask any beginner what they remember from their first few les... (2018-07-11) - [Free English Lesson - Describing the human body](https://blog.maltalingua.com/human-body/): Welcome to another free English lesson from Maltalingua. Today you will be focusing on the human body. Knowing the parts of the body is very important in any... (2018-07-09) - [Free English Lesson - Imperatives and how to use them!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/imperatives/): Welcome to a free English lesson from Maltalingua. Today you will be focusing on the Imperatives. A simple idea with so many different uses - You have probab... (2018-07-04) - [Free English Lesson - Exploring the future continuous!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/future-continuous/): Welcome to a free English lesson from Maltalingua. Today you will be focusing on the Future Continuous. How often do you hear native speakers talking about t... (2018-06-27) - [Tips to help you with "-ed" endings.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/ed-endings/): Did you know that the way you write “walked” is probably not the way you say it? Pronunciation is an essential part of learning a foreign language, and somet... (2018-05-29) - [Free Online English Lesson - Wishes, Dreams, Desires & Ambitions](https://blog.maltalingua.com/wishes-hopes-desires-ambitions/): Our dreams and ambitions follow us everywhere. It’s so important to be able to talk about them and to express ourselves in English. In conversations and othe... (2018-05-16) - [Tips to improve your English Conversation skills](https://blog.maltalingua.com/tips-to-improve-your-english-conversation-skills/): Top 5 ways to speak English like a pro. Throughout your English language journey, you may have studied all the grammatical points, read all the English books... (2018-03-13) - [Key tips on how to give your English skills a boost](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-skills/): Want to improve your English? 2018 is here and it’s time for you to remember the promises you made on New Year’s Eve. You know that long list of go... (2018-02-06) - [Rooms in a House - English Vocabulary Lesson with Quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-rooms-at-home-vocabulary/): If you're just starting out in English, vocabulary about the home is one of the most useful things you can learn. Think about it — you talk about your house,... (2016-03-18) - [Indirect Questions - English lesson with quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-how-to-ask-polite-indirect-questions/): Here's something most coursebooks won't tell you: when native speakers ask each other questions in everyday life, they often don't ask directly. Walk up to a... (2016-02-26) - [Health Idioms - English vocabulary lesson with quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-expressions-about-health/): Difficulty LowMediumHighA1A2B1B2C1C2 There are many English language health idioms. Read the text below and look out for the health idioms in bold. February ... (2016-02-19) - [Prepositions of Time - English Grammar Lesson with Quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-in-on-at-as-propositions-of-time/): If there is one corner of English grammar that quietly trips up almost every learner, it is the trio in, on and at. They are tiny words, but they cause big h... (2016-02-12) - [Saying No - English Lesson with Quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/different-ways-to-say-no-in-english/): Saying "no" in English is trickier than it looks. If you just answer with a flat no, you'll often come across as cold, rude or even a bit aggressiv... (2016-02-05) - [Easy Comparatives - English Grammar Lesson with Quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-about-english-comparatives/): Comparatives are one of the first things students get wrong in conversation — and one of the easiest things to fix once you see the pattern. "My brother is m... (2016-01-22) - [The Family - English Vocabulary Lesson and Quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-family-vocabulary-lesson-with-quiz/): Family vocabulary is one of the very first things you'll learn in English, and there's a good reason for that. Almost every conversation you have with a new ... (2016-01-15) - [Changing the subject - English language lesson and quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-phrases-for-changing-the-subject/): Have you ever been stuck in a conversation that's gone somewhere awkward, or run out of things to say about a topic, and then watched a native speaker glide ... (2016-01-08) - [Continuous aspect - English grammar lesson and quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-lesson-and-quiz-on-the-continuous-aspect/): If tense tells us when something happens, aspect tells us how we view it. The continuous aspect (sometimes called the progressive) zooms in on an action whil... (2015-11-27) - [Restaurant words - English vocabulary lesson and quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-some-restaurant-vocabulary-then-test-yourself/): Eating out is one of those everyday situations that catches English learners off guard. You can spend years studying grammar and reading articles, and then t... (2015-11-13) - [Second conditional - English grammar lesson and quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-grammar-about-the-third-conditional/): DifficultyLowMediumHighA1A2B1B2C1C2Let’s have a look at the form and meaning of the second conditional: Form:if + past tense + would + (without ‘to’)IfFuture... (2015-11-06) - [Shopping list - Vocabulary lesson and quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-some-english-shopping-vocabulary-then-test-yourself/): Shopping is one of those everyday situations where your English really gets tested. Whether you're picking up a few bits at the supermarket, asking for a dif... (2015-11-03) - [Halloween Tongue Twister - English Pronunciation Practice](https://blog.maltalingua.com/try-our-fiendish-halloween-themed-tongue-twisters/): Tongue twisters are a great way to practice English pronunciation and annunciation!We got some of our English language students, staff and teachers to try ou... (2015-10-30) - [Talking about family English lesson and quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-how-to-talk-about-your-family/): Difficulty Low Medium High A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2 It’s important to be able to engage in small talk with other people about a variety of subjects. One subject is ... (2015-10-23) - [Interesting idioms lesson with a quick quiz](https://blog.maltalingua.com/interesting-idioms-lesson-with-quiz/): Idioms are the spice of fluent English. They're those quirky little phrases that don't mean what the words actually say — and once you start spotting them in... (2015-10-09) - [Useful expressions – Negotiating](https://blog.maltalingua.com/useful-expressions-negotiating/): DifficultyLowMediumHighA1A2B1B2C1C2The following expressions look at different aspects of negotiating.Outlining points for discussion:What we need to decide ... (2015-09-18) - [Useful expressions quiz – Making a phone call](https://blog.maltalingua.com/useful-expressions-quiz/): For many English learners, talking on the phone feels much harder than chatting face-to-face. You can't see the other person's expressions, you can't read th... (2015-09-04) - [English Grammar – Third Conditional](https://blog.maltalingua.com/third-conditional/): Have you ever caught yourself thinking, If only I had taken that opportunity? That little wish, that backward glance at a moment you can't change — that's ex... (2015-07-24) - [English Grammar – "Should have" clauses](https://blog.maltalingua.com/participle-clauses/): Some of the most useful structures in English aren't about what happened — they're about what didn't. When we want to look back at the past and express regre... (2015-07-17) - [English Grammar – Useful expressions – Giving directions](https://blog.maltalingua.com/giving-directions/): Getting lost in a new city is, believe it or not, one of the best things that can happen to an English learner. You are forced to open your mouth, walk up to... (2015-05-29) - [Useful expressions – Business idioms](https://blog.maltalingua.com/useful-expressions-business-idioms/): There's a moment in every English learner's journey where the grammar starts to click, the vocabulary feels solid, and yet something still gives you away as ... (2015-05-08) - [English Vocabulary - Feelings](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-feelings/): Difficulty: Low Medium High A1 A2 B1 (B2) C1 C2 Read the following paragraphs and match them up to the correct pictures: In the beginning, I was really anxio... (2015-05-04) - [English Vocabulary - Participle Clauses](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-participle-clauses/): If you've ever read a beautifully written English novel or a well-edited newspaper article and thought, "How do they pack so much meaning into one sentence?"... (2015-04-24) - [English Vocabulary - Vehicles](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-vehicles/): Vehicles vocabulary is one of those topics that quietly turns up everywhere in English. You hear it in small talk (how did you get here?), in directions (tur... (2015-04-17) - [Useful expressions – Strong adjectives](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-useful-expressions-strong-adjectives/): Difficulty Low Medium High A1 A2 (B1) B2 C1 C2/td> “The dinner was delicious. Our compliments to the chef!” When you use “very” a lot, it can become very ... (2015-04-13) - [English Grammar – Relative clauses and relative pronouns](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-lesson-grammar-relative/): Have you ever wanted to add more detail to a sentence without starting a new one? That's exactly what relative clauses are for. They let you combine two idea... (2015-03-13) - [English Grammar – Future simple](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-lesson-future-simple/): If you ask a class of A2 or B1 students how to talk about the future in English, almost everyone shouts the same word: will. It is the first future form most... (2013-04-16) - [English Grammar – Zero and first conditionals](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-lesson-conditionals/): Conditionals are one of those bits of English grammar that quietly do a lot of heavy lifting. Every time you say if it rains, I'll take an umbrella or if you... (2013-04-04) - [English Vocabulary - Word formation](https://blog.maltalingua.com/vocabulary-lesson-word-formation/): If you want to grow your English vocabulary quickly, word formation is honestly the smartest place to put your energy. Instead of learning thousands of separ... (2013-03-26) - [English Grammar – Past perfect and past perfect continuous](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-past-tense-lesson/): The past perfect and past perfect continuous have a bit of a reputation. Students hear "perfect" and assume they're advanced, fiddly, and best avoi... (2013-03-12) - [English Vocabulary – The world of Business](https://blog.maltalingua.com/business-english-vocabulary-lesson/): Business English is one of those areas where a lot of mid-level learners quietly stall. Your everyday English might be perfectly comfortable — you can chat a... (2013-03-06) - [Useful English expressions – Expressions with “make”](https://blog.maltalingua.com/online-lesson-expressions-with-make/): Difficulty Low (Medium) High A1 A2 B1 (B2) C1 C2 In English you will come across lots of expressions containing the verb “make” for instance: She was finding... (2013-02-20) - [English Grammar – Adjectives and adverbs](https://blog.maltalingua.com/grammar-lesson-english-adjectives-and-adverbs/): Adjectives and adverbs are two of the busiest words in English, and learners mix them up every single day. The trick is simple once you see it: adjectives de... (2013-02-14) - [English vocabulary – Adjectives and prepositions](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-adjectives-and-prepositions/): Here is a sentence I hear in class roughly every week: "I am interested for English." It is a lovely sentence — except for one tiny preposition. It should be... (2013-02-04) - [Useful English expressions – Agreeing and disagreeing](https://blog.maltalingua.com/useful-english-expressions-lesson-agreeing-and-disagreeing/): Difficulty Low (Medium) High A1 A2 B1 (B2) C1 C2 When people express their opinions we agree or disagree with what they are saying. There are several ways ho... (2013-01-29) - [English Grammar – Present perfect simple and present perfect continuous](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-lesson-present-perfect-simple-and-continuous/): If there's one tense that makes non-native English speakers groan, it's the present perfect. It doesn't behave like the past tense in most other European lan... (2013-01-07) - [English vocabulary – Commonly confused words](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-lesson-confused-words/): Some English words are like identical twins — they look almost the same, sound almost the same, and yet mean completely different things. They're the words t... (2012-12-17) - [Useful English expressions – Greetings and introductions](https://blog.maltalingua.com/useful-english-expressions-lesson-introductions-greetings/): Difficulty Low (Medium) High A1 A2 (B1) B2 C1 C2 There are various ways how we can greet and introduce people. The dialogue below will help you familiarise y... (2012-12-12) - [English grammar – Countable and uncountable nouns](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-lesson-uncountable-and-countable-nouns/): Difficulty (Low) Medium High A1 (A2) B1 B2 C1 C2 Lets have a look at the differences between countable and uncountable nouns: Countable nouns Uncountable nou... (2012-12-03) - [English vocabulary - Money, money, money](https://blog.maltalingua.com/vocabulary-lesson-money-vocab/): Money makes the world go round, as the song says — and it also makes for one of the most useful vocabulary topics you can learn in English. Whether you're sh... (2012-11-26) - [Useful English expressions – Expression with ‘one’](https://blog.maltalingua.com/useful-expressions-with-one/): Difficulty Low Medium (High) A1 A2 B1 B2 (C1) C2 It was one of those days – Peter was having a really bad day at work, got caught in the rain, missed the bus... (2012-11-19) - [English Grammar – Past Simple and Present Perfect](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-lesson-past-simple-present-perfect/): If there's one piece of English grammar that catches B1 learners out more than any other, it's the difference between the past simple and the present perfect... (2012-11-12) - [English vocabulary – Daily routines](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-lesson-daily-routines/): Talking about your daily routine is one of the first real conversations you have in English. It comes up on day one of any A1 course, in small talk with clas... (2012-11-06) - [Useful English expressions – Asking for and giving advice](https://blog.maltalingua.com/useful-expressions-english-lesson-advice/): Difficulty Low (Medium) High A1 A2 (B1) B2 C1 C2 There are various ways how we can ask for/give advice in English.  Imagine you have a problem and you a... (2012-10-29) - [English Vocabulary – Colour idioms](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-lesson-colour-idioms/): If you've ever heard someone say they were feeling blue or that a colleague got the green light, you've already met colour idioms — those little splashes of ... (2012-10-15) - [English expressions – Formal and Informal writing](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-lesson-informal-and-formal-writing/): Difficulty Low Medium (High) A1 A2 B1 B2 (C1) C2 Formal English is used in for example, books, official documents, news reports, business letters or off... (2012-10-08) - [English Grammar – Past Simple and Past Continuous](https://blog.maltalingua.com/grammar-past-simple-and-continuous/): If there are two tenses that belong together in English, it is the past simple and the past continuous. They are a pair, a double act – and once you se... (2012-10-01) - [English Vocabulary – Personality adjectives](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-lesson-personality-adjectives/): Describing people is one of the most common things we do in everyday English. Whether you're chatting with a new flatmate, telling a friend about your boss, ... (2012-09-24) - [Useful English expressions – At the airport](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-expressions-at-the-airport-lesson/): Difficulty (Low) Medium High A1 (A2) B1 B2 C1 C2   These are some of the phrases you are likely to hear next time you take a flight. Check in Can I see ... (2012-09-17) - [English Grammar – "Used to" exercise](https://blog.maltalingua.com/grammar-english-exercise-used-to/): Few corners of English grammar trip students up quite like the family of structures built around the words used to. There are three of them, they look almost... (2012-09-10) - [English vocabulary – Phrasal Verbs](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-vocabulary-exercise-phrasal-verbs/): Difficulty Low Medium (High) A1 A2 B1 B2 (C1) C2 A phrasal verb is a multi-word verb that consists of a verb plus a preposition/adverb (e.g. at, on, in, away... (2012-09-04) - [Useful English expressions - Ordering food in a restaurant](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-expressions-at-the-reastaurant-lesson/): Difficulty (Low) Medium High (A1) (A2) B1 B2 C1 C2 Read the text first and then try to answer the questions in the quiz below. Waiter: Hello, here are your m... (2012-08-28) - [English Grammar – Present Tense](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-grammar-present-tense/): If there are two tenses you absolutely have to nail in English, it's the present simple and the present continuous. They're the workhorses of everyday conver... (2012-08-20) - [Weather Forecast - English Lesson](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-weather/): If you ever spend time in the UK, you'll quickly notice something: people talk about the weather constantly. On the bus, at the bus stop, in the lift, in the... (2012-07-29) - [Useful English expressions - Opinions](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-expressions-opinions/): Difficulty Medium (B2) We all have opinions about most things and like to ask other for their opinions. At home: John: Dad, what do you think of this car? Sh... (2012-07-24) - [How to start a conversation in English](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-expressions-start-a-conversation/): As everyone knows, the corner stone (key) to improving your language skills is through conversation. Through conversation comes practice and though repetitio... (2012-07-13) ## Events - [Maltalingua Boat Party: Friday 17 July 2026](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-boat-party-17-july-2026/): (2026-07-07) - [Malta Jazz Festival 2026: What Students Should Know](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-jazz-festival-2026-student-guide/): Malta Jazz Festival runs 6 to 11 July 2026 and gives July students a strong cultural reason to explore Valletta. If you are students in Malta in July, this g... (2026-07-06) - [Malta International Arts Festival 2026: A Student Guide](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-international-arts-festival-2026-student-guide/): The Malta International Arts Festival runs from 12 to 21 June 2026, and it's one of the best cultural reasons to study here in early summer. If you enjoy cul... (2026-06-11) - [Maltalingua Boat Party: Friday 19 June 2026](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-boat-party-19-june-2026/): It's official: the first Maltalingua boat party of the summer is pencilled in for Friday 19 June 2026. We'll be sailing out on a traditional Turkish gulet, l... (2026-06-09) - [Summer 2026 Boat Parties: Three Fridays on a Turkish Gulet](https://blog.maltalingua.com/summer-2026-boat-parties-malta-turkish-gulet/): Summer in Malta has a soundtrack, a colour, and, if you're studying English with us, a boat. Three of them, in fact. We've pencilled in three Friday afternoo... (2026-05-11) ## Grammar - [Time Prepositions in English: A Quick Reference (At, On, In)](https://blog.maltalingua.com/time-prepositions-quick-reference/): This is a fast reference card. If you've already learned the longer rules, use this page to drill the patterns until they're automatic.Three prepositions cov... (2026-02-10) - [Reported Speech in English: How to Tell Someone What Was Said](https://blog.maltalingua.com/reported-speech-english-grammar/): Reported speech (sometimes called indirect speech) is how you tell someone what another person said, without using their exact words. She said she was tired.... (2026-01-13) - [Modal Verbs: Must, Have To, Should, Might — and How to Use Them](https://blog.maltalingua.com/modal-verbs-english-grammar-lesson/): Modal verbs are how English expresses obligation, possibility, advice and permission. They're short, common, and they sit in front of the main verb.The good ... (2025-12-09) - [Articles in English: A, An, The (and When to Use Nothing)](https://blog.maltalingua.com/articles-a-an-the-english-grammar/): Articles are short. A, an, the. Three tiny words. They also cause more small mistakes for English learners than almost anything else, because many languages ... (2025-11-18) - [Superlatives in English: The Best, the Worst and Everything Between](https://blog.maltalingua.com/superlatives-english-grammar-lesson/): Superlatives let you say something is at the top, or the bottom, of a group. The cleanest beach. The most beautiful sunset. The worst day of my life.The patt... (2025-10-21) - [The Second Conditional in English: Imagining the Unreal](https://blog.maltalingua.com/second-conditional-english-grammar-lesson/): The second conditional is one of English's most useful structures. It lets you talk about unreal or unlikely situations in the present or future: a daydream,... (2025-09-23) ## Juniors - [Summer at Maltalingua - The Junior Programme](https://blog.maltalingua.com/summer-at-maltalingua/): Meet Louis from France, who came to Malta in July for Maltalingua's Junior Programme. Here is how he got on as a junior student with us. Hi, I am Louis, I am... (2022-07-28) - [When is the best time to learn English?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/best-time-to-learn-english/): When is the best time to learn a language? When you are young and having fun? Absolutely! Your child has spent the school year studying English but now is th... (2019-04-08) - [English summer holiday for your child at Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-summer-juniors/): As more and more parents strive to improve the education of their child, language schools have become a popular choice. That's why Maltalingua, EAQUALS-accre... (2019-01-23) - [Fun, sun and confidence in English with Maltalingua’s Junior Course](https://blog.maltalingua.com/junior-special-2013/): Fun, sun and confidence in English with Maltalingua’s Junior Course If you’re aged between 8-12 or 13-17 and want to extend your summer, have some fun AND le... (2013-09-18) ## Life in Malta - [Best Things to Do in Valletta After English Class](https://blog.maltalingua.com/best-things-to-do-valletta-after-english-class/): Valletta is one of the easiest ways to turn an ordinary class day into a memorable Malta evening. If you are students who want easy cultural plans, this guid... (2026-07-13) - [Malta in June: What Students Can Do After Class](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-in-june-student-activities-after-class/): June is when Malta starts to feel fully alive, and it's still far easier to explore than the peak weeks of August. If you're arriving at the start of summer,... (2026-06-08) - [What Makes Malta Unique: A Student's Guide to Maltese Culture](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltese-culture-guide-students/): Malta is small. About 45 kilometres long and 27 wide, so you can drive its length in under an hour. But don't let the size fool you. This island has a cultur... (2026-06-03) - [The Best Things to Do in Malta Outside the Classroom](https://blog.maltalingua.com/things-to-do-malta-students/): So you've booked the English course. You know about the classes, the teachers, the school. Great. But what about the other 18 hours of your day? For most stu... (2026-04-07) - [Easter in Malta: Traditions, Festivals and Spring Sunshine](https://blog.maltalingua.com/easter-in-malta/): Easter is one of the loveliest times of year in Malta. The islands fill up with centuries-old traditions, colourful processions and that warm Mediterranean s... (2026-04-03) ## Malta - [What to Expect in Malta this Winter: A Travel Guide for Language Students Chasing the Winter Sun](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-expect-in-malta-this-winter-a-travel-guide-for-language-students-chasing-the-winter-sun/): Ah, Malta! The tiny island in the Mediterranean that's big on history, sunshine, and winter sun. If you're planning a trip to Malta in November or December, ... (2024-09-13) - [Top 5 Restaurants for Hungry Maltalingua Students](https://blog.maltalingua.com/to-5-restaurants-for-hungry-maltalingua-students/): Sliema has a great spread of restaurants for all sorts of tastes and budgets, which makes it a fun place for English students to eat out and keep practising ... (2024-06-14) - [The Public Holidays in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-public-holidays-in-malta/): The Public Holidays in Malta  Malta has more public holidays than any other country in Europe. More than 90 percent of the Maltese are Catholic, which g... (2023-08-10) - [The Maltese Cuisine](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-maltese-cuisine/): Before a trip to a new country, most people look up the scenery, the sights and the best places to go. The food usually comes as a surprise once you arrive. ... (2023-01-04) - [Maltese Festa](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltese-festa/): What is the Festa? The festa is a Maltese tradition, and it is the biggest event of the year in every Maltese village. At heart it is a religious festival, h... (2022-05-03) - [How to prepare for your English learning holiday](https://blog.maltalingua.com/prepare-for-your-english-holiday/): You’re packed. Your flight is booked and you are well on your way to learning English abroad. The pre-course nerves are starting to settle in but fear not, t... (2020-08-31) - [Maltalingua School of English nominated for Prestigious European Award for 2020/2021](https://blog.maltalingua.com/star-award-2020/): Maltalingua School of English is delighted to announce that it has been short listed for the prestigious International StudyTravel Star Awards as a finalist ... (2020-08-10) - [Why Malta is the dream location for a summer language course?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/summer-language-course/): The Maltese islands are packed full of unique reasons why you should choose to study English. Imagine finishing your lessons, laughing with newfound friends ... (2019-05-07) - [Student Working and Employment Rights Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/student-working-rights-malta/): Want to study English under the sun? We’ve got some good news for you! Good news for those coming from a non-EU county who want to travel to Malta to learn E... (2018-05-14) - [Getting some winter sun in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/getting-some-winter-sun-in-malta/): While summer is undoubtedly the busiest season here in Malta, over that past few years we’ve noticed a real increase in the number of people coming in the wi... (2017-10-27) - [Malta Winter Weather 2015 / 2016 Infographic](https://blog.maltalingua.com/excellent-winter-weather-in-malta-infographic/): Happy Spring everyone! Here in Malta, it feels like we haven't even had winter! Some people have even started swimming in the sea already. Malta is, of cours... (2016-03-24) - [What to do this November in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/our-guide-to-thefinest-malta-has-to-offer-in-november-2015/): November in Malta is all about discovering the outdoors. The weather at this time of the year is generally sunny with clouds, and some rainy periods on diffe... (2015-11-01) - [English Royal Family to visit Malta November 2015](https://blog.maltalingua.com/queen-malta-visit-chogm/): Malta has a very, very special family of guests heading to our shores this coming November. The British Royal family are coming to Malta in November for the ... (2015-09-25) - [Events in September – Back to School](https://blog.maltalingua.com/events-in-september-back-to-school/): Yes ladies and gentlemen, it’s that time of the year again. September here in Malta is the month where all the schools open their doors again for another sch... (2015-08-28) - [Events this August in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/events-august-malta/): The month of August is one of the hottest months that Malta has to offer, but despite the immense heat, there is still a lot of buzz that goes on here. Thous... (2015-07-29) - [What's happening this July in Malta?? A lot!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/whats-happening-this-july/): Starting off this July is “Malta Music Week”, beginning on the 3rd of July with Dragonette, then on the 4th is Duke Dumont at the irresistible Cafe Del Mar, ... (2015-07-01) - [School Activity feedback by Alex](https://blog.maltalingua.com/feedback-by-alex/): During my four weeks in April/May 2015 at Maltalingua I joined a lot of school activities organized by Julian, the coordinator. The activities I liked most w... (2015-06-24) - [What goes on in Malta in June.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-goes-on-in-june-in-malta/): June,  the beginning of summer time here in Malta : ). Malta is very well re-known for its scorching summer sun with temperatures reaching in the m... (2015-06-04) - [Historical sites in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/historical-sites-in-malta/): Finally spring has arrived over the islands of Malta and Gozo. As the beautiful Mediterranean sun warms our islands and the clouds and rain whisper away, it ... (2015-03-26) - [What to do this February, CARNIVAL in Malta.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-do-in-malta-february-carnival-in-malta/): A month and a half have already passed since the beginning of 2015 and February in Malta offers a special event… CARNIVAL. Carnival is the time when everyone... (2015-02-06) - [What to do in Malta: Events in December](https://blog.maltalingua.com/things-to-do-malta-december/): Introduction: December has finally arrived, the month of Christmas trees, snow, thick jackets and warm scarves! Hmm no, maybe in the rest of Europe... (2014-11-27) - [What to do in Malta: Events in November](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-do-in-malta-events-in-november/): November is the month of change. On some days you can witness some amazing thunder storms and on others you can be at the beach in mid-20's degrees. Either-w... (2014-10-30) - [What to do in Malta: Events in October](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-do-in-malta-events-in-october/): Introduction: Finally, October is upon us and now that summer is officially over the temperature has started to decrease slowly and we also witness the begin... (2014-10-06) - [What to do in Malta: Events in September](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-do-in-malta-events-in-september/): September is a time of change here in Malta. The weather is generally cooler than in July/August and Malta becomes a much quieter and relaxed place to be.&nb... (2014-09-03) - [What to do in Malta: Events in August](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-do-in-malta-events-in-august/): August is really a time of true relaxation here in Malta. In this month we have celebrations both in modern style with famous DJs performing live concerts, a... (2014-07-24) - [Isle of MTV in Malta 2014](https://blog.maltalingua.com/isle-of-mtv-in-malta/): This week Malta presented us with the Isle of MTV, an open air festival attracting over 50,000 people, coming together for one of Malta’s best free events. T... (2014-06-27) - [What to do in Malta: Events in July](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-do-in-malta-events-in-july/): July is just around the corner and Malta is heating up and buzzing with life. Sunny blue skies and temperatures reaching 35⁰C create the perfect opportunity ... (2014-06-25) - [What to do in Malta: Events in June](https://blog.maltalingua.com/events-in-june-2014/): Intro: June is now upon us and summer is nearly here. With temperatures soon reaching 30⁰C, it’s all about the sun and the sea. As the sea temperature starts... (2014-05-30) - [Interesting facts about Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/interesting-facts-about-malta/): A predominantly Roman Catholic country, Malta has over 360 churches, that’s roughly one for every 1,000 residents.   A traditional form of Maltese music is k... (2014-04-02) - [Activities during your language trip: Malta for less than €10](https://blog.maltalingua.com/explore-malta-on-a-budget/): Whether you’re on a budget or simply looking for a good value way to spend an afternoon, here are some of Malta’s highlights which can be explored for under ... (2013-05-13) ## Maltalingua - [A Complete Guide to Getting Around Malta as a Student](https://blog.maltalingua.com/getting-around-malta-student-guide/): One of the first things students ask when they arrive at Maltalingua is, "How do I get around?" The answer is simpler than most people expect. Malta has a su... (2026-05-28) - [Malta for Non-EU Students: Visa, Costs, and Everything You Need to Know](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-for-non-eu-students-visa-costs-guide/): Malta has quietly become a popular place for non-EU students who want to learn English. Compared with the UK, Ireland, or Australia, it stays fairly affordab... (2026-05-13) - [Student Accommodation in Malta: What to Expect](https://blog.maltalingua.com/student-accommodation-malta-what-to-expect/): One of the first things you'll sort out before arriving in Malta is where to stay. It isn't complicated, but the options work quite differently, and the righ... (2026-04-29) - [When Is the Best Time to Study English in Malta? A Seasonal Guide](https://blog.maltalingua.com/best-time-study-english-malta-seasonal-guide/): Malta isn't a place where you can ignore the seasons. The island shifts a fair bit across the year, in weather, atmosphere, class sizes and price. The best t... (2026-04-22) - [Maltalingua Now Available in Lithuanian](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-lithuanian-website-launch/): Maltalingua launches maltalingua.lt, our new Lithuanian language website, bringing comprehensive English learning information to Lithuanian students and educ... (2026-04-01) - [Maltalingua Named Finalist in the 2026 GoAbroad Innovation Awards (AI Category)](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-goabroad-innovation-awards-2026-finalist-ai/): Maltalingua has been selected as a finalist in the Artificial Intelligence category at the 2026 GoAbroad Innovation Awards. Vote for us in the People’s Choic... (2026-03-27) - [Maltalingua Launches Japanese Language Website](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-launches-japanese-language-website/): Maltalingua announces the launch of maltalingua.jp, our new Japanese language website. Discover why Malta is the ideal destination for Japanese students to l... (2026-03-26) - [Visiting Malta in March](https://blog.maltalingua.com/visiting-malta-in-march/): The Ideal Time to Study English Malta sits right in the middle of the Mediterranean, and over the years it has become one of Europe’s favourite places to com... (2026-02-23) - [Why Malta in 2026 Is One of the Best Choices in Europe](https://blog.maltalingua.com/why-malta/): Malta has become one of the easiest places in Europe to study English and enjoy yourself at the same time. In 2026 it gives you the things people tend to loo... (2026-02-16) - [Learn English Together This Valentine’s Day](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-together/): A Gift That Lasts at Maltalingua Valentine’s Day tends to mean flowers, chocolates, maybe a nice dinner. Lovely, but it all fades fairly quickly. This year, ... (2026-02-05) - [Malta Easter English Programs for Kids: A Smart Choice](https://blog.maltalingua.com/kids-english-courses-easter/): When parents think about sending their children abroad to learn English, a few questions usually come up first. Is it safe? Will they actually learn somethin... (2026-01-29) - [Why Summer Is One of the Best Times to Improve Your English in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/summer-is-the-best-times-to-improve-your-english/): When you want to improve your English, timing matters. Summer is one of the best moments to do it, especially if you choose to study English in Malta.Malta b... (2026-01-21) - [Empower Your English at Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/empower-your-english/): Our New Cambridge Empower Syllabus Learning English in Malta has just taken a step forward. At Maltalingua, we’re pleased to share that our whole English syl... (2026-01-14) - [Teach English in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/teach-english-in-malta/): Ready to turn your passion for teaching into an unforgettable Mediterranean adventure? If you’re a qualified English teacher with a sense of curiosity and ad... (2025-10-22) - [LanguageCert Exam Partner](https://blog.maltalingua.com/languagecert/): Official Language Cert Examination Partner We’ve got some good news to share: Maltalingua is now an official examination partner of LanguageCert. It’s a real... (2025-10-10) - [The Reviews Of Maltalingua: What Our Wonderful Students Say.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-reviews-of-maltalingua-what-our-wonderful-students-say/): What Students Say About Learning English with Maltalingua What makes a language school worth choosing? Is it the teachers? The classrooms? The activities, or... (2025-07-31) - [Our Amazing Junior Students Talk About Their Experience](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-junior-summer-camp-what-our-amazing-students-say-about-their-experience/): What Do Students Think of Our English Summer Camp? So what is the English summer camp actually like with Maltalingua? We thought we'd let our students answer... (2025-07-31) - [Stay with a Teacher: The Best English Immersion Experience](https://blog.maltalingua.com/stay-with-a-teacher-the-best-english-immersion-experience/): Immerse Yourself in English with Our 'Stay with a Teacher' Experience Picture waking up in a cosy Maltese apartment, sharing breakfast with a friendly Englis... (2025-05-27) - [A Great Decision That Enriched My Child’s Life: A Real Story](https://blog.maltalingua.com/choosing-maltalingua-a-decision-that-enriched-my-childs-life/): 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 ... (2025-05-26) - [Students Tell All: What Makes Maltalingua So Special](https://blog.maltalingua.com/students-tell-all-what-makes-maltalingua-so-special/): The Reasons Why Students Return to Maltalingua What makes a student come back to the same English school, not once or twice, but again and again? At Maltalin... (2025-05-26) - [Learn English in the Beautiful Balluta Bay](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-in-the-beautiful-balluta-bay/): Balluta Bay: The Best Location to Learn English in Malta Studying English in Balluta puts you in one of the best spots in Malta. Our boutique school sits in ... (2025-05-05) - [Malta's Secret Season: Discover the Magic of April to Mid-June](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltas-secret-season-discover-the-magic-of-april-to-june/): The Benefits of Visiting Malta in Spring Ask most people in Malta and they will tell you May and June are the best months of the year, and they happen to be ... (2025-04-15) - [How to talk about Habits and Exercises in English](https://blog.maltalingua.com/how-to-talk-about-habits-and-exercises-in-english/): Talking about Habits and Exercise in the Present Simple We use the present simple to talk about habits and routines, and the gym is a great place to practise... (2025-02-19) - [Learn English Together as a Family in Magic Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learning-english-as-a-family-in-malta/): English Courses for Families in Malta Learn and Explore Together Looking for a family holiday that mixes learning, fun and proper time together? Learning Eng... (2025-02-13) - [Beautiful Summer Camp Superior Residence in Sunny Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/amazing-summer-camp-superior-residence/): New in 2025: Maltalingua Summer Camp Superior Residence We are pleased to introduce our new superior junior residence at the Odycy Hotel, available only duri... (2025-01-27) - [Introducing Our Exclusive Flight Companion Offer](https://blog.maltalingua.com/introducing-our-exclusive-flight-companion-offer/): Flight Companion to our English Summer Camps in Malta! Travelling alone can be nerve-wracking for juniors and for their parents or guardians alike. To ease t... (2025-01-20) - [One of the World's Strongest Men Learns English at Maltalingua!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/one-of-the-worlds-strongest-men-learns-english-at-maltalingua/): Reinhard Maier, 'the Bavarian Barbarian', learns English in Malta! In November 2024, we were lucky enough to have Reinhard Maier studying English with us. He... (2024-11-14) - [Navigating Grammar at Different CEFR Levels at Maltalingua English School](https://blog.maltalingua.com/navigating-grammar-at-different-cefr-levels-at-maltalingua-english-school/): Grammar holds a language together, and knowing what to work on at each level makes your learning a lot more focused. At Maltalingua School of English in Malt... (2024-06-21) - [Finding Your Home Away from Home: Accommodation Options at Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/finding-your-home-away-from-home-accommodation-options-at-maltalingua/): Studying abroad isn't only about what happens in the classroom. It's also about where you relax, unwind and get your homework done once lessons are over. Whe... (2024-05-09) - [Maltalingua School of English receives Excellence Award 2024](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-school-of-english-receives-excellence-award-2024/): We are proud to share some exciting news: Maltalingua has received the Excellence Award 2024 from Language.courses.net. The award is based on the overall sat... (2024-03-15) - [Winner of The Maltalingua IELTS English Course Scholarship 2023!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/the-maltalingua-ielts-english-course-scholarship-2023/): We're delighted to announce the winner of the Maltalingua IELTS English Course Scholarship for 2023. Before we reveal the name, here’s a reminder of what thi... (2023-11-03) - [3 Effective Tips to Help You Learn English Faster ](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-faster/): Written by Ljubica Simonova Here are three tips to help you learn English faster. So you’ve decided to take matters into your own hands and learn English? Go... (2023-03-15) - [Discovering Maltese crafts](https://blog.maltalingua.com/discovering-maltese-crafts/): Maltese lace The Order of St John brought lace to Malta in 1640. It carried on until the end of the 18th century, when Napoleon Bonaparte conquered the Malte... (2023-02-08) - [Discovering Mdina](https://blog.maltalingua.com/to-discover-mdina/): Mdina, also known as the “Silent City” or “Città Notabile”, is the ancient capital of Malta and carries a 4,000-year history. Greeks, Romans and Phoenicians,... (2023-01-18) - [2022 Awards – Inspiring ELT Professional of the Year Award](https://blog.maltalingua.com/2022-awards-inspiring-elt-professional-of-the-year-award/): Paul Atkins, an EFL teacher at Maltalingua, was presented with the “Inspiring ELT Professional of the Year 2022” award at last year’s 9th ELT conference. Pau... (2023-01-11) - [Learn more about Malta!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-more-about-malta/): Malta. This little island in the middle of the Mediterranean draws more and more people to its shores every year. It is small, yes, but it is packed with cha... (2022-04-18) - [Merry Christmas 2021 from everyone at Maltalingua School of English](https://blog.maltalingua.com/merry-christmas-2021/): Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!  As another year comes to an end it gives us all here at Maltalingua an opportunity to look back, reflect, and give ... (2021-12-03) - [It’s time to practise your pronunciation](https://blog.maltalingua.com/practise-your-pronunciation/): You may have been studying English for some time now but you just can’t seem to grasp the sounds. Are you hearing /f/ when it should be /v/ or maybe it is /s... (2020-07-15) - [Fun ways to increase your vocabulary!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/increase-vocab/): A great vocabulary is just another tool to add to a language learners toolbox. Learning vocabulary doesn’t mean you have to study the dictionary. In today’s ... (2020-07-02) - [5 reasons to consider taking the IELTS exam](https://blog.maltalingua.com/5-reasons-ielts/): So, you have been studying English for some time now and have heard people mention the IELTS exam. The IELTS, or International English Language Testing Syste... (2019-07-04) - [Oh, You Are Multilingual. Tell Me More…](https://blog.maltalingua.com/become-multilingual/): Speaking one language is a basic necessity but having the ability to speak more, will open up a world of possibilities. With over fifty percent of the world ... (2019-06-04) - [Why should you learn a second language when you're an Adult?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-a-second-language/): The first step is always the most difficult but once you start, you open up a world of wonderful possibilities just waiting to be explored. Language learning... (2019-02-21) - [Fun ways to learn a second language as a family](https://blog.maltalingua.com/family-english/): Learning a new language can be a daunting task. Why not make it less stressful by doing it with others? Not only can it give you the extra motivation that yo... (2019-02-08) - [2018 Awards - The Best Language School in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/educationstars/): Maltalingua is delighted and proud to announce that we have been chosen as winners of the EducationStars Awards for 2018. This prestige certificate is awarde... (2018-11-19) - [ILE Yourself - English at Your Fingertips](https://blog.maltalingua.com/online-lessons/): NEW IN 2018: Online lessons for Maltalingua students The classroom as we know it is changing. People are busier than ever and the digital world is bringing s... (2018-07-03) - [Maltalingua has a brand new website!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-new-website/): After many months of creative development, we are very pleased to release the latest version of our new Schools website. Yes, we are a little sad to see our ... (2017-03-17) - [MALTA: An Endless love](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malta-an-endless-love/): Good Day. Buenos dias. Bonjour. BuongiornoMy name is Dominik and I'm a 32-year old soldier from Germany. To change my everyday life and the way to improve ev... (2015-07-30) - [Maltalingua on the big screen!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-on-the-big-screen/): Yep that's right - we've got a little special something in store for our past, present and future students!  We've recently been visited by a renowned T... (2015-06-09) - [Wonderful student blog by Lydia Thomas](https://blog.maltalingua.com/wonderful-student-blog-by-lydia-thomas/): Hello, my name is Lydia Thomas and I am 18 years old and I come from Germany. I have just completed two weeks at Maltalingua school of English. This was my s... (2015-04-15) - [Thank you Reka :)](https://blog.maltalingua.com/thank-you-reka/): Every once in a while,  we meet a student who stands out from the crowd. Such students tend to shine either by being funny and making everyone... (2015-03-09) - [Maltalingua is now accredited by EAQUALS](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-is-now-accredited-by-eaquals/): We are pleased to announce that Maltalingua has been awarded the internationally recognized, and prestigious EAQUALS accreditation for Excellence in Language... (2014-10-16) - [Things to do and see in St Julian’s Bay](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-in-st-julians-bay/): Just a stone’s throw away from Maltalingua is the vibrant and lively St. Julian’s Bay. This is an ideal location whether you wish to enjoy some of the island... (2013-06-17) - [It’s official: Maltalingua English Language School is a Quality School!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/quality-school-award-2013/): We are delighted to announce that Maltalingua has been awarded the LanguageBookings Quality School Award 2013. The award is recognition of the emphasis we pl... (2013-06-03) - [Maltalingua Junior Easter Programme – A Review](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-junior-programm-easter-2013/): A report from your lovely group leader Nina: What did I know about Malta before I got there? Not much! Nevertheless, after departing Munich Airport and while... (2013-05-02) - [Are You Ready to Learn English in Malta?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/why-maltalingua/): Maltalingua is a British run English language school that combines high-quality courses with social activities. Located in a recently renovated historic buil... (2012-07-13) - [Welcome to Maltalingua's Blog](https://blog.maltalingua.com/welcome/): Our blog features the latest news and reviews about our (most) welcoming English language school on the island of Malta. Our teachers and students will docum... (2012-07-11) ## Meet the Students - [Statesman turned student: Mr. Michele Muratori's Presence at Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/statesman-turned-student-mr-michele-muratoris-presence-at-maltalingua/): This January we were glad to welcome Mr. Michele Muratori to our school. He has led his country as a member of the San Marino Parliament, so it was a real pl... (2024-02-27) ## Student Life - [Best Summer Activities in Malta for English Students](https://blog.maltalingua.com/best-summer-activities-malta-english-students/): Malta is strong for English study because the island gives students easy social practice after lessons. If you are students comparing summer destinations, th... (2026-06-19) ## Student Posts - [A Trip to Valletta with Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/trip-to-valletta-maltalingua/): Article written by: Danilo Plüss (Maltalingua Student) On Wednesday, June the 11th, we visited Valletta. The activity was organized by Mariella our Engl... (2014-06-20) - [Malte in Malta - English, crazy drivers, rocky beaches and my school](https://blog.maltalingua.com/malte-in-malta-2/): My first day. I came from 6 degree cold Hamburg to 35 degree hot Malta. After a few minutes of waiting for another student, our taxi driver brought us to our... (2013-10-17) - [Malta experience report by our student Cedric Purr](https://blog.maltalingua.com/student-report-cedric-purr/): Malta the little big planet! I just stayed 5 weeks in Malta, but honestly it was amazing. Even if Malta is such a small island, it was the right decision to ... (2012-11-02) - [My experience with Maltalingua Language School - by Dino Jansen](https://blog.maltalingua.com/students-blog-post-my-experience/): A Maltalingua student interview by Katrin Risiott (EFL Teacher) Was this your first time studying English abroad? In the past, I have studied English abroad,... (2012-08-24) ## Study Tips - [Get funded by your boss, here's what you need to know.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/get-funded-by-your-boss-heres-what-you-need-to-know/): Interested in taking a language course or even better, travelling to learn a language in a foreign country? Here are some tips that you could use to persuade... (2014-10-02) - [Pronunciation Lessons at Maltalingua](https://blog.maltalingua.com/pronunciation-lessons-at-maltalingua/): Fun with Phonetics! As part of the complete learning experience offered by Maltalingua, students are given the opportunity to participate in a free, pronunci... (2014-09-01) - [Walking through Malta - One day in Valletta (guest post)](https://blog.maltalingua.com/one-day-in-valletta/): I managed to make time for a trip to Malta and I got the chance to spend one day in Valletta. It was a choice I will never regret thanks to the sheer amazeme... (2013-10-08) - [Like traveling? Then learn English!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/learn-english-for-your-travels/): Ahhh English. Simple, without accents, and widely spoken. Easy to learn at a basic level, a bit more difficult when it comes to slanging with your new mates.... (2013-08-19) - [Why learn English? A world awaits to show you why!](https://blog.maltalingua.com/english-travel-language/): Have you ever been in a foreign country and struggled to decipher a menu because of a lack of language skills? This is a problem many people encounter and of... (2013-07-02) - [Why English grammar is crucial to learning the language effectively.](https://blog.maltalingua.com/importance-of-english-grammar/): There's a quiet little war going on in language teaching, and it's been bubbling away for decades. On one side, you've got teachers and learners who think gr... (2013-06-10) - [Use the Holiday Industry to Improve Your English in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/improve-your-english-while-working-in-tourism/): For many people learning a language, the difficulty is not in learning the words and grammar, it is finding the situations within which you can practice what... (2013-04-19) - [Maltalingua offers a chance to learn English: Tips for teaching yourself in the meantime](https://blog.maltalingua.com/tips-for-teaching-yourself/): If you’ll be heading to Maltalingua for a chance to learn English in a diverse cultural setting under the sun in the spectacular Mediterranean, or are just c... (2013-02-05) - [Proven Techniques to Improve your English Vocabulary](https://blog.maltalingua.com/improve-english-vocabulary/): You can improve your vocabulary in several different ways. When working to improve your vocabulary, it is important to know your goals. Are you preparing for... (2012-10-05) ## Travel & Practical Guides - [Non-EU Students in Malta: Visa, Costs and Summer Planning](https://blog.maltalingua.com/non-eu-students-malta-visa-costs-summer-planning/): Non-EU students can study in Malta successfully, but timing and documents matter more in summer. If you are non-EU students and parents, this guide gives you... (2026-07-12) - [What to Pack for a Summer English Course in Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/what-to-pack-summer-english-course-malta/): Packing well makes your first week in Malta calmer and easier. If you are students preparing to travel, this guide gives you a practical way to think about p... (2026-07-01) - [Cost of Living in Malta for Students in Summer 2026](https://blog.maltalingua.com/cost-of-living-malta-students-summer-2026/): Budgeting for Malta is easier when you separate fixed course costs from daily spending choices. If you are budget-conscious students and parents, this guide ... (2026-06-29) - [Student Accommodation in Malta During Summer: Practical Guide](https://blog.maltalingua.com/student-accommodation-malta-summer-practical-guide/): Accommodation can shape your whole study experience, especially during the busiest summer weeks. If you are students and parents planning summer stays, this ... (2026-06-24) - [A Student's Guide to Getting Around Malta](https://blog.maltalingua.com/getting-around-malta-guide/): Malta is tiny. 27km long, 14km wide. That's the whole island. Getting around is easy once you know the options, and even when you don't, because nowhere is t... (2026-04-02) - [What Does It Cost to Live in Malta as a Student?](https://blog.maltalingua.com/cost-living-malta-students/): Right, so you're thinking about studying English abroad and you want to know what Malta actually costs to live in. Fair. Because "affordable" means nothing w... (2026-03-24) ## Writing - [Linking Words in English: How to Connect Your Ideas Clearly](https://blog.maltalingua.com/linking-words-english-writing/): Linking words signal where your argument is going next. They tell the reader you're adding a point, changing direction, or wrapping up.Used well, they make w... (2026-03-18) - [Email Openings and Sign-Offs in English: How to Get the Tone Right](https://blog.maltalingua.com/email-openings-and-sign-offs-english/): Most learners can write a perfectly good email body. The opening and the sign-off are where things go wrong: too formal at the top, too casual at the bottom,... (2026-03-04) ## 8 - [Maltalingua Now Available in Romanian](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-romanian-website-launch/): We're delighted to launch our dedicated Romanian language website at www.maltalingua.ro. It's the latest addition to our growing set of localised websites, a... (2026-04-03) ## 326 - [Maltalingua Now Available in Slovak](https://blog.maltalingua.com/maltalingua-slovak-website-launch/): We're pleased to share that Maltalingua now has a dedicated Slovak language website at www.maltalingua.sk. It's the latest addition to our growing family of ... (2026-04-17) ## Optional - [Full content (Markdown)](https://blog.maltalingua.com/llms-full.txt) - [Sitemap index](https://blog.maltalingua.com/sitemap_index.xml)