EEC / ITIS Malta

EEC Language Centre, founded in 1992, is situated in a residential and affluent area called "Kappara" in the limits of Sliema, San Gwann, Paceville, St. Julian's area. The building itself is spacious, having bright rooms, highly finished in marble and mahogany fittings and fixtures. The school can accommodate over 100 students per week and can also extend to a further 150 students per week in summer. The Language Centre is just a few minutes walking distance from the Strand, Sliema and St. Julian’s, with accommodation, shopping, banking, recreational and other facilities close at hand. The centre is also ideally situated for those seeking easy access to some of Europe's most beautiful beaches. The school also provides daily transport from family residence and return, library facilities and free internet service. The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education - License Number 163

EEC Language Centre is situated in a residential and affluent area called "Kappara" in the limits of Sliema, San Gwann, Paceville, St. Julian's area. The school is only a few minutes walking distance from the Strand, Sliema and St. Julian’s, with accommodation, shopping, banking, recreational and other facilities close at hand. The centre is also ideally situated for those seeking easy access to some of Europe's most beautiful beaches.

All our courses are conducted by fully qualified lectures with a wealth of experience in EFL teaching. Course are held all year round from Monday to Friday from 09:00 till 12:15. Afternoon lessons are held from 12:30 with time add for lunch. Before the students commence their studies, they are tested to find out their level of proficiency, after which great care is taken to ensure that they are placed in classes with other students of similar ability levels. Various courses are pitched at a variety of different levels of proficiency starting at the beginner's level, progressing through the elementary level, intermediate and advanced to the academic level. As students pass through the levels, their achievements are acknowledged and upon successful completion of their language studies, all students are issued with certificates showing their level of proficiency. These certificates are recognized by the Euro Institute for Higher Education known as Euro University (Cook Islands)

All types of accommodation is available, however we suggest that the least expensive and the most effective and attractive accommodation is Host Family accommodation or Homestay. Residence accommodation is near the school offer self-catering apartments. Meals available. Hotel accommodation available from 2 to 5 star.

A comprehensive programme is prepared so as to compliment the student’s studies. All trips are accompanied by a teacher guide and are conducted in English. Half-day trips are organized in the afternoon after lessons. Full-day trips are held on Saturdays and Sundays. Half-day trips include: Valletta & the Malta Experience Show, Mdina, Ta’ Qali Crafts Village & Rabat, The Three Cities, Temples Tour, Beach Trips, Harbour Cruise. Full day trips include: Gozo (Malta's sister island), Comino, Round Malta site-seeing, Boat trip to Sicily. Evening activities include: Beach Party, Festa Night, Comino by Night Cruise, Fenkata. Sport activities include: Football, Basketball, Water pool, Beach volley, Bowling, Tennis, Golf, and many more. Other activities include: Horse riding, Sub-aqua Diving, Sailing, Cinema, Pub crawling and Jazz night, Treasure hunt, Hiking, Aerobics. Valletta & Multivision Show Half-day Available in English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Russian This tour commences with a drive to the capital city Valletta. A walk to the Upper Barracca Gardens for a panoramic view of the Grand Harbour. Then on to St. John’s Co-Cathedral Malta’s greatest treasure, including the famous painting by Caravaggio. Finally, the tour proceed to the Grand Masters’ Palace which houses Parliament and the offices of the President of Malta. In this building we will visit the State Rooms, Tapestry Chamber and Armoury. Finally, the excursion end by viewing a Spectacular Sound and Vision show of the history of the Maltese Islands. Island of Gozo  Full-day with Lunch Available in English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Russian Gozo is the legendary abode of Calypso daughter of Atlas. The island is renowned for its local lace and knitwear. A visit to the Ggantija Prehistoric Temples in Xaghra and then proceed to Dwejra to see the 'Azure Window’, Fungus Rock and the Inland Sea. After lunch, which is server at a typical Gozitan village, the tour proceeds to the Citadel including Gozo's Cathedral in the capital Victoria where f one has free time for refreshments or shopping or to visit a Sound and Vision Show (Entrance fee not included). After that, it's time to embark the ferry boat at Mgarr Harbour to return back to Malta. Malta Highlights Full-day with Lunch Available in English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Russian A drive to Wied iz-Zurrieq to the picturesque Blue Grotto where, weather permitting, one has the opportunity to take a boat to the |Grotto to view the magnificent underwater flora. (Boat fare not included). The a drive to the south to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk where free time is allowed to stroll around the market. From her the tour proceeds to the Village of Rabat, where a typical Maltese lunch will be served. Change to stop and see the local lace and knitwear for which the Islands are renowned for. A walk to the Silent City of Mdina with its defense bastions dating back to the 9th Century, and also through the town’s narrow streets, visiting St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Bastions for a panoramic view of the island. Here one also has free time experience a Sound & Vision Show of the Medieval City Mdina and sample some typical Maltese Wine. (entrance fee not included) Finally, a drive to the Dingli Cliffs for a panoramic view of the open sea and the island Filfla. as well as a stop to see some Cart Ruts.  Mdina & Mosta  (Summer Only) Half-day Available in English, German, French, Italian, Dutch This excursion commences with the visit of Mosta Church, renowned world wide for its magnificent dome and then proceed with a walk through the medieval walled city of Mdina, situated in the centre of the Island. The highlights of this visit are the Cathedral, the Cathedral Museum and the ramparts that command a magnificent view of the Island. The tour includes a short stop for a free drink and some time to explore the narrow winding streets or to visit one of the local audio-visual shows (entrance fee not included). Prehistoric Temples & Blue Grotto Full-day with Lunch Available in English, German, French, Italian, Dutch Drive to the southern part of the island and start with a visit to the Megalithic Temples of Tarxien, which date back to 5000 years. The Temples are the Malta's most important antiquities and are considered to be unique in world. We then visit Ghar Dalam, "The Cave of Darkness" and its fossilized remains of prehistoric animals of the glacial period. The tour will then proceed to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk. and lunch a visit to Hagar Qim Temple, a monument of prehistoric culture. In Wied iz-Zurrieq is the picturesque Blue Grotto where, weather permitting,, one can choose to take a boat trip to the Grotto to view the magnificent underwater flora. (Boat fare is not including). Alter that a stop to view a quarry from where Malta Stone is cut. Festa Night (Summer Only) Evening Available in English, German, French, Italian, Russian A wonderful opportunity to through the colourful, gaily decorated and illuminated streets lined with nougat stalls. Meet the local people, watch the village brass and finish the evening by watching the pride of the festa, the fireworks display. Sicily Full-day without Lunch Available in English, German, French, Italian, Russian Depart to Sicily by Catamaran in the early morning hours. The tour is conducted by fully air-conditioned luxury coaches, accompanied by guides. The excursion starts by crossing the two highest bridges in Europe which pass over the baroque town of Modica Then onto Mount Etna to visit Sylvester Craters where free time for lunch (not included in the price) is allowed. We then proceed towards Taormina having time to enjoy the unique panoramic views overlooking Giardini Naxos. Finally leave Taormina for the harbour to embark on the catamaran to Malta where we arrive late in the evening. Jeep Safari This ever popular Jeep Safari has been planned to show you the most beautiful parts of our Islands which are rarely visited by tourists. We avoid all the usual tourist sites and concentrate on an action packed day full of scenic beauty and fun. Our professional Safari leader will guide you throughout the day via radio taking you to places that even most local people do not know exist. A stop for swimming is also programmed. We serve a typical lunch where one may sample a large selection of local specialties and taste the local farmer's wine. The Jeep Safari is ideal for all age groups and it is a superb way of getting to know Malta and Gozo. There are only a limited number of places available every day and it is recommended that you book early during your holiday. At time of booking please indicate persons who would like to drive. Drivers must be over 25 years and hold a valid driving licence. All jeeps are 4 wheel drive, fully insured including passengers liability and have radio contact with the Safari Leader. All passengers, including driver, also have insurance cover.