Study holidays in Malta for young people

A study holiday in Malta is much more than an English course abroad. For a young person, it means enjoying an international experience, using English every day, meeting peers from other countries and discovering a new destination in a stimulating environment full of opportunities.

Malta is one of Europe’s most interesting destinations for Under 18 study holidays. English is an official language alongside Maltese, distances are short, and the Mediterranean climate makes it possible to combine language learning with cultural, sports and recreational activities.

inMalta programmes are designed to offer children and teenagers a complete experience: English lessons, accommodation, activities, excursions, assistance and group life are all part of the same journey.

It is not simply about going abroad to attend a few hours of lessons. The aim is to create the right conditions for young people to use English throughout the day, become more confident in communicating and, at the same time, enjoy one of the most meaningful experiences of their summer.

Why choose Malta for a study holiday

Malta has a long tradition of teaching English to international students and welcomes young people and adults from many different countries every year.

One of its main advantages is the opportunity to study English in a Mediterranean setting. Lessons can therefore be combined with days by the sea, excursions, sports activities and visits to the main attractions across the Maltese Islands.

English is not confined to the classroom.

Young people encounter it during activities, in shops and restaurants, on excursions and in the many everyday situations that are part of spending time abroad.

Malta is also a relatively small country. Towns, schools, accommodation and activity venues can generally be reached without having to travel the long distances that are typical of many other destinations.

For a young student, this means being able to enjoy an international experience in a more compact and easily accessible environment.

Earning English by living it

The language course is a fundamental part of a study holiday, but learning does not stop when the lesson ends.

A language becomes truly useful when you start using it.

During a study holiday in Malta, young people have countless opportunities to listen to, understand and speak English. Ordering something, asking for information, taking part in an activity, communicating with a student from another country or following a teacher’s instructions all become small, everyday language-learning experiences.

It is precisely this continuity between formal learning and the spontaneous use of English that makes a stay abroad different from attending a regular language course in your own country.

The aim is not only to learn new words or improve grammar, but above all to become more confident.

For many young people, the most important change is overcoming the fear of making mistakes and discovering that they really are capable of communicating in English.

English courses for young people in Malta

Our study holiday programmes include English courses for children and teenagers, organised according to students’ age and language level.

Before arriving in Malta, students’ English level is assessed so that they can be placed in the most appropriate class.

Lessons focus on a communicative approach. Grammar and vocabulary remain important, but they are incorporated into activities that encourage students to use the language in practical situations.

Speaking, listening, comprehension and interaction therefore play a central role.

The international environment can add another dimension to the learning experience: when young people who speak different languages meet, English naturally becomes their common means of communication.

Different programmes for different ages

An 11-year-old child and a 17-year-old teenager have very different needs.

For this reason, an Under 18 study holiday is not organised in the same way for every age group.

inMalta offers different programmes that take into account students’ age, their level of independence and the type of experience best suited to their stage of development.

For younger participants, greater emphasis is placed on guidance, supervision and a more structured daily schedule.

As students get older, their level of independence can gradually increase, always within the rules established for each programme.

This distinction allows young people to share their experience mainly with others of a similar age and enables us to offer activities, organisational arrangements and levels of supervision appropriate to each age group.

A truly international experience

One of the most important aspects of a study holiday abroad is meeting people with different languages, cultures and ways of life.

For this reason, the international environment is not simply a feature of the English course, but an essential part of the overall experience.

Sharing lessons and activities with young people from other countries creates spontaneous opportunities for communication and allows students to encounter perspectives and experiences different from their own.

English is no longer simply a school subject: it becomes the language through which they get to know each other, make friends and take part in group life.

It is often precisely these moments, seemingly far removed from traditional study, that help a young person truly understand the value of knowing another language.

Studying, but also discovering Malta

A study holiday should also leave plenty of room for discovery.

Malta offers an exceptionally rich historical and cultural heritage within a relatively small area.

Valletta, Mdina, the Three Cities and the many coastal locations make it possible to combine cultural visits, walks, time by the sea and outdoor activities.

The other islands of the Maltese archipelago also offer numerous opportunities for excursions.

Activities and visits are not simply considered a way of filling students’ free time. They are part of the experience and can become additional opportunities to use English in real-life situations.

A study holiday therefore takes on a broader dimension: language, culture, fun and discovery all come together within the same experience.

Activities and free time

Summer should still feel like summer.

That is why, in programmes for young people, studying is combined with a schedule of activities designed to give students the opportunity to have fun, socialise and discover Malta.

The sea, swimming pools, excursions, sports activities, cultural visits, organised evenings and group activities all help to make every day different.

Activities vary according to the programme and the age of the participants.

For younger students, the day is more structured and supervised; older students may also have periods of independence appropriate to their age and in accordance with the rules of their programme.

Free time therefore becomes part of the educational experience: learning to live alongside others, respect schedules, organise themselves and navigate a new environment are skills that go far beyond language learning.

Living away from home

For some participants, a study holiday is their first real experience away from their family.

It is an important step.

Preparing what they need for the day, respecting schedules, sharing spaces, looking after their belongings and learning to interact with others are small responsibilities that contribute to personal growth.

Young people are not left alone to deal with these responsibilities.

The aim is to create an environment in which they can gradually develop their independence, knowing that they can rely on responsible adults whenever necessary.

This balance between independence and supervision is one of the most important aspects of a programme designed for minors.

Accommodation during a study holiday

Accommodation is a fundamental part of the stay.

Depending on the programme and age group, different accommodation options may be available, selected according to students’ needs and the overall organisation of the experience.

Living with other young people means sharing not only a room or common areas, but also an important part of everyday life.

Breakfast, getting ready for activities, returning after an excursion and relaxing together all become opportunities to socialise.

For this reason, accommodation is not considered separately from the rest of the programme, but as an integral part of the study holiday.

Assistance and supervision during the stay

When a minor travels abroad, organisation and support become particularly important.

For parents, it is essential to know that there are people in Malta whom students can turn to throughout their stay.

The level of supervision varies according to the student’s age and the programme selected.

Younger students follow more structured programmes, while older students may be given increasing levels of independence, accompanied by clear rules.

Schedules, meeting points, transport and participation in activities are organised so that young people can enjoy their experience with confidence and peace of mind.

Supervision should not prevent them from growing: it should create the right environment for them to do so gradually and responsibly.

An organisation based directly in Malta

Organising a study holiday means coordinating many different elements at the same time: school, accommodation, transfers, activities, excursions and assistance.

inMalta has been operating directly in Malta since 2010 and knows the destination, the facilities and the services used throughout its programmes.

This local presence allows us to support the experience not only before departure, but above all while students are actually in Malta.

For a family sending a child abroad, being able to rely on an organisation based at the destination is an important consideration.

It does not simply mean having a telephone number to call if something is needed. It means having a team that knows the programme, follows the students and can intervene directly whenever necessary.

An experience designed with parents in mind too

The study holiday is experienced by the young person, but the decision to travel inevitably involves the whole family.

It is completely natural to have questions before departure.

How will the day be organised? Who will look after my child? How will transport work? What happens if they need help? How much independence will they have? Who will they share the experience with?

A well-organised programme should be able to provide clear answers before arrival and assistance throughout the stay.

This is why we consider communication with families an important part of the organisation, particularly when it is a young person’s first experience abroad.

Much more than a holiday

At the end of their stay, young people return home with new words and greater familiarity with English.

But they often bring home much more.

They have travelled, met new people, shared spaces and experiences with other young people, dealt with situations in a language different from their own and learned to manage small responsibilities without the constant presence of their parents.

For this reason, a study holiday can become an important experience in a young person’s personal development.

English is the starting point, but what remains can be much broader: greater independence, confidence, curiosity about other cultures and a stronger awareness of their own abilities.

Your study holiday in Malta with inMalta

Every young person arrives with different expectations.

Some mainly want to improve their English, some want to meet young people from other countries, some dream of spending their summer by the sea, while others are travelling without their family for the first time.

A good programme needs to bring all these different dimensions together.

inMalta’s Under 18 programmes combine English language learning, an international experience, activities, discovering Malta, assistance and group life, with different options according to the age of the participants.

The aim is simple: for young people to return home speaking a little more English, but above all with the feeling that they have experienced something they will remember.