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ACE ENGLISH MALTA

AD U L T C O U R S ES

2013

ACE English Malta provides a fulfilling education to students who are interested in achieving specific language objectives. ACE English Malta is committed to providing a high-quality, academically-driven course with the most effective and efficient learning instruction. Students at ACE English Malta can expect an enjoyable and exciting atmosphere with a serious, challenging academic programme to ensure expectations for a successful learning outcome are achieved.

TABLE OF CONTENTS In this brochure you will find all the information you need regarding our company, adult courses, leisure and cultural activites, and various accommodation options.

MISSION STATEMENT LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR MALTA

ABOUT ACE

METHODOLOGY

ACCOMMODATION

COURSES LEISURE

Welcome to ACE English Malta. We are proud to present to you a new English language school in Malta, a school run by a team of dedicated and enthusiastic professionals with a passion for what we do. Our greatest asset is by far our reputation which stems from many years of experience in the EFL market and has resulted in providing a very successful service to students from all over the

world. Being involved in various aspects of managing language school operations, our expertise offers students a high quality experience that places the students’ needs and preferences first. ACE English Malta is a boutique language school where we are small enough to care and expert enough to deliver. We feel that one of our many strengths is the standard of care we offer to our students. The mere fact we are a boutique school means that our teachers and staff know all of our students by their first names.

In this way we truly believe that students learn best when they feel comfortable and relaxed and our aim is to make all students feel they are at home. Experienced and qualified teachers enable students to progress to the best of their abilities. Our caring and experienced welfare staff provide a warm atmosphere which enables our students to become totally immersed into the culture and language they are experiencing.

With modern facilities, excellent customer service, an exciting all round programme and academic excellence, ACE English Malta is your choice for success. Students will come to us with very high expectations. Our aim is to exceed those expectations.

Keith Zammit

malta

With 7000 years of history, the Maltese Islands are steeped in culture and heritage. The legacy in history is unique in the Mediterranean where Malta offers many areas of heritage and culture to be explored.

MALTA

The Maltese Islands offer an exhilarating array of colours : the azure Mediterranean waters, the honey-coloured limestone walls and the blue clear skies. Voted by many as having the best climate in the world, Malta has a daily average of five to six hours of sunshine in mid-Winter and twelve hours in Summer. Winters in Malta are mild with the occasional short chilly periods while Summer offers a hot, dry and sunny climate throughout. With 7000 years of history, the Maltese Islands are steeped in culture and heritage. Our historical legacy is unique in the Mediterranean where Malta offers many areas of heritage and culture to be explored. Typical of the Mediterranean lifestyle, the Maltese approach to life is one of celebration and enjoyment. Nightlife in Malta is always bustling offering an all-year round array of various festivals while major international music concerts and clubbing scenes are held all Summer long attracting massive crowds of both tourists and locals alike.

Lying in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, Malta is just a few hours’ flying time from most mainland European cities and has excellent intercontinental connections, all providing scheduled services or charter flights. With meandering streets containing Renaissance cathedrals, churches and Baroque palaces, expansive sandy beaches and a vibrant nightlife, Malta is an ideal location to combine learning English while exploring the beauty of the islands. So whether here to simply relax, study or just to explore, Malta should definitely be your next destination!

about

ACE English Malta school location is second to none. It gives you the best of all worlds : a central cosmopolitan location with an array of services for leisure and business travellers alike.

ABOUT ACE

ACE English Malta school is situated within the modern, vibrant premises of Bay Street Complex, an upmarket modern shopping mall situated in the heart of St. Julians, one of the trendiest and most diverse parts of Malta. The town of St. Julians merges with Paceville, Malta’s main nightlife centre where one may find clubs, casinos, cinemas, numerous restaurants, cafes and bars.

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Excellent location

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Modern state-of-the-art premises

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Free wifi throughout the school

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Internet stations at no charge

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Within walking reach to all amenities

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Over 15 years of experience in school teaching and management

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Fully qualified teaching instructors

ACE English Malta is a new breed of a dynamic institution focused on offering specialized courses to meet the demands of students in the 21st Century. The brand new school premises offers a state-ofthe-art finish throughout where attention to detail has been the main focus when embarking on this new project. Vibrant colours, modern classroom technology all equipped with interactive whiteboards, chill out areas, huge outdoor terrace...all aspects to make you want to be part of ACE English Malta.

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Multilingual staff

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Weekly Welcome / Farewell student receptions

methodology At ACE English Malta our methodology is based on tried and tested, professional, and dynamic teaching carried out in a modern fun relaxed atmosphere.

TEACHING METHODOLOGY

At ACE English Malta our methodology is based on tried and tested, professional, and dynamic teaching carried out in a modern fun relaxed atmosphere. We take great care to offer the maximum of personalized attention to each student. Our teachers at ACE English Malta work closely with their students. Given our small classes, the teachers are able to continually assess each student’s progress. We place particular value on the human connection between teacher and student as well as technological learning systems so popular today. From the first day of class, only English is used in our animated and enjoyable interactive sessions that nonetheless require the student to work hard. At ACE English Malta our main objective is that our students progress with a sound language base and maintain life-long confidence in their English abilities. As with any language, once a B1 level is reached it is extremely important to continue practicing in order to maintain the level.

Students can take a test on-line (to save time on the first day) or on arrival, then placed in a suitable class according to their level. A certificate of attendance and level will be given at the end of the students’ stay. All courses include a Welcome pack including school file, local information and area map. Continuous Learning: We will not forget about you after you leave – connect to ACE English Malta’s academic portal for weekly updated learning modules. Our Teachers … Our Methodology …

We believe that our teachers are our greatest strength and are the main reason for the success of our students. ACE English teachers are passionate about teaching and about helping you to develop your English language skills. We use a variety of effective teaching techniques to help you learn quickly. English teachers have become more aware that the exclusive use of a particular teaching method does not suit all English teaching situations. Teachers have also discovered that no single method can deal with everything that concerns the content of the target language. This is why teachers at ACE English Malta are committed to practicing eclectic teaching methods that are a combination of various methodologies. They combine the new with the old so as to adapt to a variety of teaching structures that students from different cultures are used to.

Since instruction is deeply ingrained in the philosophy and culture of the students’ homeland, learning styles and habits in language acquisition are considered by our teachers and this helps learners acquire linguistic competence more easily. ACE English’s teachers relate teaching grammar and pattern drills to meaning and use, and so teach English for a communicative purpose. By making the language situations and materials as realistic as possible, teachers encourage students to ultimately use the rules in real-life communication and to manipulate structures as spontaneously and flexibly as possible.

courses Through their experience at ACE English Malta we want our students to develop their ability to express themselves successfully and confidently in English.

ACE COURSES

ACE Grp 20/ ACE Grp 30 (General English)

This course is especially suited to students of all levels who want a good foundation in English in a wide variety of language areas. As well as grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing, the main aim of our General English language course is to help students communicate well in everyday situations both in a native Englishspeaking and non-native English speaking environment. General English programmes are available for levels of ability from beginner to advanced students. The materials used on the course have been developed by experienced teachers to make the course informative and fun. This course is made up of 20 or 30 lessons a week.

ACE Business 20 / ACE Business Intensive 30

This course is ideal for students who would like to improve their English skills for use in a wide range of general business, marketing and financial contexts. It combines General English with specialist Business and Financerelated topics and the option to prepare for the Cambridge ICFE and BEC examinations. You learn how to practise your language skills in real life situations including how to communicate at meetings and with professionals, speak on the telephone, give presentations and engage in chit chat in social business situations within the classroom. Every student will be provided with a complimentary Business English resource book.

ACE Intensive 30

Skills developed: 1. Language: Reading & comprehension, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation 2. Business and finance terminology, report writing and presentation skills 3. Business and marketing terminology, advertising and sales-pitch presentation skills 4. Optional preparation for Cambridge ICFE and BEC exams

ACE Mini 20 / ACE Mini 30

*FREE LESSONS (2 per week) For students who book personalised courses and any Business Course, a FREE weekly afternoon session in ‘Communicating effectively for Professionals’ will be provided in addition to the FREE weekly ‘Afternoon Conversation Class’.

The Intensive course is made up of 30 lessons a week and combines General English in the mornings plus either mini-group lessons in the afternoon with a maximum of 6 students or a one to one personalized lesson. This course gives the student a more personal unique learning experience. This Mini course offers the same possibilities as General English but in a smaller group for more personalized attention. This course also provides you with the knowledge, skills and performance in English so whatever your goal we can help you to achieve it. This course is made up of 20 or 30 lessons a week.

ACE Personalized (From 10 to 40 private lessons per week)

Personalized classes are ‘made to order’, one to one basis. You and your teacher fill out a Needs Analysis Form to give as much information as possible about what you expect from your lessons. This helps your teacher plan a programme made just for you. Since it is just you and your teacher, you can choose exactly what you want to concentrate on - this could be anything from intensive work on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, speaking or listening, to more specialised areas like business or social English or exam preparation. As well as improving your personal weaknesses, one to one means that the teacher gives you undivided attention resulting in much faster advancement than in a normal class. This course can be from 15 to 40 lessons a week.

*FREE LESSONS (1 per week) For students who book from any of the above courses, a FREE weekly ‘Afternoon Conversation Class’ will be provided. Afternoon Conversation Classes

A fun and dynamic special conversation course for all students which are based on a large variety of interesting situations and topics, and as part of the lesson the teacher will focus on pronunciation, intonation, individual sounds and stress patterns. *Offer valid for bookings received until 30 April 2013.

Communicating effectively for Professionals

Success in business often depends on your ability to communicate effectively in international situations. This can be achieved by combining work on greater accuracy in English, fluency and comprehension. These are communication based lessons which can also be aimed at perfecting presentations, negotiation and body language skills. *Offer valid for bookings received until 30 April 2013.

ACE Young at Heart (50+)

This course can be held in a group with fellow classmates in the same age group. This course is suited to students of all levels with particular emphasis on communication in everyday situations. The materials used on the course have been developed to make the course informative and fun and are age appropriate. This course includes a number of afternoon and evening activities. Students can also opt for specialized activities such as golf or tennis.

ACE Afternoon 18+ Grp 20 / Mini 20

If you prefer to enjoy a relaxing day sightseeing and shopping, just lazing on the beach or you party in the evening and can’t face an early wake-up, then these are the courses for you. Afternoon courses are from 3.00 pm to 6.30 p.m. and consist of 20 lessons a week in a group or mini group or on a one to one basis. These courses are subject to minimum number of students required.

University of Cambridge Exam Courses

Study with ACE English on an Intensive Cambridge Exam Preparation Course and prepare for the First Certificate in English (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or the Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) exams from Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages). Most Cambridge exams are held in March, June and December. Ideally courses start 8 weeks before the exam, however, due to time constraints students who possess a B2 level of English can opt to join 4 to 6 weeks before. The Cambridge ESOL exams include: • PET - Preliminary English Test ( Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate Level) • FCE - First Certificate in English ( Intermediate and Upper-Intermediate Level) • CAE - Certificate in Advanced English ( Upper-Intermediate - Advanced Level) • CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English (Advanced - Proficient Level) subject to demand These exams are internationally recognised and accepted by schools, universities and employers around the world. They can help you to gain entrance to university, improve your job prospects and are a logical way to demonstrate your written and spoken English skills. As well as developing your English language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking, your experienced teachers will prepare you for each individual section of the exam. You will focus on grammar and exam techniques and will develop your understanding and awareness of the English language through cultural activities and fluency practice. Practice and testing with exam papers is included as part of the course.

TOEFL Courses TOEFL is the most popular monthly computer-based examination for North American English. The purpose of the TOEFL test is to evaluate the English level of people who are non-native English speakers. International companies, government agencies, scholarship programs, and recruitment agencies also use TOEFL scores to evaluate English proficiency. Our preparation course will give you the test skills, plus the level of English that you need to do well in your exam. We prepare you for a high score on your TOEFL exam by focusing on test-taking strategies and underlining the academic English skills needed for exam success. The course includes focused reading, writing, listening and speaking, plus practice exam tests.

IELTS Courses

IELTS measures your ability to communicate in English across the four language skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing – and is for people who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication. It is recognised worldwide in more than 4,500 institutions in 120 countries. IELTS is regarded as the single most important requirement for non-native speakers who wish to enter a university worldwide. Exams can be taken in Malta every month and the results are available within three weeks. You will normally need a score of 6.0 or higher to join a university in the UK while universities elsewhere need to be checked individually. Our teachers are very experienced and successful in preparing students for IELTS. We can help you in the following ways: 1. Entry test: we give you a test on arrival to help assess your level on entry 2. Setting goals: your teacher discusses your needs and agrees ‘learning milestones’ 3. Classroom tasks: small classes provide a supportive learning environment 4. After-class: teachers set homework tasks which extend your classroom learning 5. Self-Access: you are given guidance on computer-aided learning During the classes you practise the skills required for success at IELTS: 1. Examination strategies 2. Practice tests 3. Speaking and listening task 4. Top tips from the examiners

ACE Long-term ( 20 / 30 lessons per week )

This is a course designed for those students needing long-term study (minimum 8 weeks) for specific purposes such as entry into an English speaking university. It is made up of 20 or 30 lessons a week and is a complete course with grammar, writing, speaking, reading and listening for all levels. Level exams are given periodically, and it is recommended that at the end of the year a suitable Cambridge or IELTS examination be taken. These can be taken locally.

Students booking ACE Long Term Courses by 30th May 2013 will be offered complimentary afternoon conversation lessons.

ACE English ‘PLUS’ Courses All these ‘ACE English PLUS’ courses can be taken as a programme of 30 lessons a week providing 20 lessons of ACE Grp 20 or ACE Mini 20 followed by 10 lessons of focus on specialized subjects (minimum 3 students).

ACADEMIC

This course is designed for high level ESL students. The main goal is to provide students with adequate English proficiency to perform academic reading/writing and speaking/listening, note-taking, summarizing and analysis tasks. Students will acquire the appropriate skills in giving oral presentations, self correcting for accuracy in writing and speaking, writing multi-essay compositions and simple academic papers. The course presents an integrated approach in language acquisition for academic life and career.

MARITIME

If you are at nautical school, want to attend nautical school or are already a mariner then this is the course for you. There are many versions of the English language in the world. Maritime English is a product of life on the ocean itself and since crews have become ever more international in character English, being a world language, has filled the gap. The course syllabus covers the mandatory minimum requirements prescribed in Section A- II/4 of STCW’95, Standard Marine Communication Phrases. • Part B-VI/1 to teach basic maritime English • Develop trainees’ ability to use English to lower intermediate language level and improve trainees’ competence in English • Prepare trainees’ for developing the full knowledge, understanding and proficiency in English required by STCW 1995 Code An outside visit to the Maritime Museum is included.

AVIATION

Our Aviation English courses are designed to meet the ICAO requirements and are available all year-round. The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) required all Aviation Personnel (pilots, air traffic controllers and all others who may be required to use radio telephony (R/T) on international routes to be at Level 4 (Operational) or above by March 2011. This must be confirmed by successful completion of an assessment which complies with ICAO test criteria and competency standards. This course is a must for students who are concerned with meeting the ICAO language proficiency requirements. Those who were assessed at Level 4 must be reassessed every three years. Failing to pass Level 4 will result in prohibition to operate on international routes. ICAO grades English Language Performance by a scale of 6 levels: Level 1: Pre Elementary / Level 2: Elementary / Level 3: Pre –Operational / Level 4: Operational / Level 5: Extended / Level 6: Expert An outside visit to the Aviation Museum is included.

MEDICAL

Medical Professionals - These courses are for doctors, medical students and other medical professionals who need to use English in their work. It offers a complete learning experience to health professionals wishing to study medical English in order to develop their careers. The courses cover medical terminology, practice in specialist vocabulary and a review of basic grammatical structures. Students also learn how to communicate with patients and colleagues, how to speak at seminars and medical meetings and how to read and write medical papers. This programme includes material drawn from a range of specialist resource books, as well as up-to-date authentic materials. Nurses - Our English for nursing course is designed to improve communication skills and equip nurses, carers and administrators with specialist English language knowledge of the healthcare environment to enable them to work more confidently in their job. The course concentrates on all aspects of the language with extra focus on speaking and listening. The course is designed to give students experience in day-to-day nursing activities such as patient registration, patient handover, post-operation assessment. ACE English also provides the facility for the needs of qualified nurses who are required to obtain 7.0 in an IELTS exam in all four areas tested (reading, writing, listening, speaking). Students of medical English receive a medical vocabulary book free of charge.

ART & DESIGN

ARCHITECTS & CIVIL ENGINEERS

This course consists of specialist English related to art and design disciplines. It also includes functional language, vocabulary and methods of appreciating or critiquing art in its various forms. It is ideal for students who need to improve their English for study or employment while preparing a portfolio of artwork. This course includes an outside visit to an Art Museum.

The English for Architecture, Landscaping and Urban Planning course is intended for the practice of the different language abilities while discussing different aspects of the subjects. This is designed to practice reading and writing with practice in listening to various materials and with special emphasis on speaking skills. At the end of the course students will also have practiced vocabulary related to the content, while at the same time have the opportunity to develop their collaborative skills.

LAW

An outside visit with a local architect is included.

This course is a structured course covering the main aspects of Legal English and is ideal for students who would like to improve their English skills for use in a variety of legal contexts in their professional capacity. It consists of specialist law-related topics and the option to prepare for the ILEC exam. Skills developed 1. Language: • Reading • Writing • Listening • Speaking • Comprehension • Grammar • Vocabulary • Pronunciation 2. Legal English terminology including criminal vocabulary, types of court, employment law, intellectual property, company law, property law 3. Presentation skills, formal letter writing 4. Optional preparation for Cambridge ILEC exam

HAIR & BEAUTY THERAPISTS

A book of Legal English is included.

TOURISM / HOSPITALITY The present place of English as the main language used for international communication means that it is important that people dealing with tourists of any kind should speak it well. This ’PLUS’ course introduces different aspects of English for tourism and/or hospitality, working on main language points and important vocabulary through a variety of topics related to the tourist industry. You can follow either course individually or both courses consecutively. Skills developed: • Language - Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking, Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Pronunciation • Tourism English for Tourism Studies • Tourism operations • Hospitality - English for Hospitality • Hotel and restaurant English • Customer service skills and relationships An outside visit to the Institute of Tourism Studies and/or a local hotel included.

Nowadays, a well presented and capable hairdresser or beauty therapist with a proven ability to provide the necessary customer service and care required to ensure overall client satisfaction is a plus in the world of beauty. However, at ACE English Malta we know that helping clients look their best is not enough; it is important to be an excellent international communicator who can relate well with people in English at all levels. The following skills will be taught: • • • • • • • •

Meeting and greeting customers when they arrive Giving pre-treatment advice on hair and/or skin matters Giving aftercare advice on treatments and/or skincare matters Language necessary to sell beauty care products Marketing the beauty salon by actively organising promotional activities Charging customers and taking payment from them Handling customer comments and complaints in a professional manner Helping client’s complete a medical questionnaire before any treatments Good communication and social skills

A talk by a local professional beautician is included.

SPORTS (Diving, Sailing, Golf, Dance, Tennis, Horse Riding, Polo and more) Water sports and sailing are subject to time of year and weather conditions. Please note that all activity lessons are taught in English.

ACCOUNTANCY / FINANCE

FILM

Nowadays in the job market there is an increasing demand for finance professionals to demonstrate that they have the Financial English skills they need.

This course is for students who want to learn English through the use of film including film history. All this is to be found right on the island which has hosted some major film productions such as Munich, Gladiator and Troy to mention but a few.

This course covers English for : • Financial reporting • Company financial strategy • Risk assessment and Analysis • Banking • Ethics and Professionalism • Debt-Recovery and Credit Policy • Accounting Software Packages • Budgetary Processes • Cost and Management Accounting • Acquisitions and Mergers • Environmental and Sustainability Issues An outside visit to the Malta Stock Exchange or an accountancy firm is included.

WEB DESIGN

The Web design course consists of a combination of 5 days General English with 20 lessons per week and 2 days (6 hours) web design with an accredited web design firm. Please note that the web design course is taught in English so an intermediate level (B1) of English would be required as well as use of your own laptop.

INSURANCE

This course is designed for professionals working in the insurance sector who want to improve their English communication skills. The course covers all the grammar, vocabulary and business skills that you need to be an effective communicator in the world of insurance. Students receive a vocabulary book free of charge.

PHOTOGRAPHY English with Photography gives you the opportunity to polish up not just your English but also your photographic skills. The course is aimed at students with some photography experience and their own SLR camera. The photography module of this course consists of Outside photography 3 times a week (6 hours) in English, accompanied by an experienced photographer.

Outside visit to Rinella Film Studios included.

MUSIC If you want to learn English with a special focus on music, this course is for you. This course is combined with English on aspects of music performance (instruments/voice) and music composition (song writing). The course will also cover topics on the history of music related to jazz, blues, folk, musical theatre, and contemporary rock. Outside visit to a local nightspot with ‘live’ music is included.

HISTORICAL ENGAGEMENT If you want to learn English and would also like to be immersed in history then this is your dream course. On an island that uniquely boasts a history ranging from the Pre-historic, the Classical and Medieval, the Knights of Malta in the renaissance period, the French and British occupation right up to present day independence, Malta is a cornucopia of historical facts, buildings, art, anecdotes and much more. This course combines learning English with special coverage of terms and vocabulary used when visiting or describing places of interest. We can provide a list of topics that could be taught during this course and we would be happy to incorporate your own ideas. Two outside visits of your choice with your personal qualified guide are included.

SECRETARIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL English for Secretaries and Administrative Personnel is a comprehensive Secretarial and business English course designed to prepare students and professionals in a challenging market. The students’ level of English should be at least A2 to get maximum benefit from this highly practical course. This course consists of the following: • Filling up forms • Greeting people and Daily Routine • Telephone Talk (Indirect questions: Telephone Phrases: Answering the phone) • English Business Letters and Emails • Making and replying to an Enquiry • Useful language and practical tips for getting a job, including writing a curriculum vitae and cover letter when applying for a job • Preparing for an Interview, with strategies, tips, suitable phrases and vocabulary

Parent and Child Courses Parents’ Programme: Summer English plus Culture This programme has been specially designed for adults and combines 20 lessons of English per week with a fun and interesting programme of social and cultural activities. English lessons take place in classes with a maximum of 10 students per class. Classes are offered at all levels. Lessons cover all areas of general English including reading, writing, speaking and listening. The focus of the lessons is communication skills and improving speaking and listening particularly for travel and socializing. One-to-one lessons in general and business English are available at extra cost. In the afternoons, there is a programme of optional social and leisure activities including at least 1 free trip during the week (for example, the prehistoric temples, Valletta, Gozo, Popeye Village). The programme may also include cookery, golf, Pilates, arts and crafts, etc. Children may join their parents for some of the afternoon activities and trips. At weekends parents and children go on cultural and/or activity excursions together. Evening activities for parents are offered 2 times per week and may include lectures, trip to a local pub, bowling or wine tasting. Child minding services are available at a charge.

Children’s Programme: 11 – 17 year olds Children attend an ACE Junior English course every morning, either in the same location or a sister school close by where they spend up to three hours taking English lessons with a qualified EFL teacher. 1-1 tuition incurs an extra supplement. Lessons are taught in a fun way, while still focusing on developing the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. The lessons are interactive with visual clips used to make the lessons less formal and more stimulating.

In the afternoons, children join their parents on local excursions and activities, or they can join the leisure activities at the sister school where there is a full programme of sports and activities. ACE English Malta can also offer a wide range of personalised activities for them including swimming, tennis, football, etc., however, these would incur an extra supplement. Included in the package are also two excursions per week (one fullday and one half-day). In the afternoon and evenings parents are expected to supervise their children or the children can join suitable activities for their age group such as film nights, bowling, cinema trips, beach sports and fun games.

Children’s Programme: 6 – 10 year olds Children attend an ACE Junior English course every morning, where they spend up to three hours taking English lessons with a qualified primary/EFL teacher. 1-1 incurs an extra supplement. In the afternoons, the children join their parents on local excursions and activities. ACE English Malta can also offer a wide range of personalized activities for children including swimming, tennis, football, art, drama, cinema etc., however, these would incur an extra supplement. In the evenings parents are expected to supervise their young children, although child-minding services are available on the evenings that parents wish for some free time.

Babies and Toddlers: 6 months – 5 year olds It is possible for ACE English Malta to arrange for trustworthy carers for individual care of your children while you attend your lessons at an extra cost. These carers will adapt suitable activities according to the child’s age.

ACE ENGLISH PLUS

Teacher Training - Teacher Development Courses for English Language Teachers If you are teaching or would like to teach English as a foreign language and/or need training in the methodology of how to teach English, then the ACE English Malta courses for English language teachers can help you get the skill you are looking to further develop. This teacher training will develop and broaden an ESL teacher’s knowledge of teaching methods based on learner participation. In just two weeks, this intensive course will give you 60 hours of teaching sessions and lesson practice - suitable for English teachers who require training in up-to-date methodology, ‘the communicative approach’. This course is ideal if you are interested in teaching English in a quality language school, a qualified and practising teacher of English in your country at Primary, Secondary or Tertiary level, a teacher re-training in English language teaching or teaching subjects through the medium of a foreign language. It represents excellent value. How our courses for English Language Teachers are set up: In addition to the input modules based on interactive workshops, trainees will have: • 4 hours teaching practice + feedback by qualified course tutor • 4 hours observation of a range of English classes The benefit of : • Practical and effective course in teaching English • Flexibility - suitable for all levels • Updates on the latest teaching methods • Methods that can be applied to teaching any other language Our course for English language teachers consists of core modules covering all the key areas of English language teaching : 1. Introduction to the ‘Communicative Approach’ ` 2. Pre-planning/Planning/Staging 3. Language Presentations – Grammar & Function 4. Controlled Practice 5. Freer Practice 6. Speaking 7. Listening 8. Reading 9. Writing 10. Course/Resource Books & other media 11. Vocabulary 12. Vocabulary, Pronunciation & Speech Production 13. Drilling & Dictations

Teaching = Challenging

= Rewarding In the EFL market, there are now more reasons to teach than ever before. At ACE English Malta we help you achieve this.

14. Student Personalization ( different types of learners) 15. Classroom Management & Student Participation 16. Error Correction 17. Practice/Recycling Activities (Games, Puzzles & Songs) 18. Wild Card – Trainee’s Choice

Language Analysis Supplements 1. 2. 3. 4.

Time : verb forms for expressing concepts of time Functional Language : modal auxiliary verbs The Lexical : grammatical approach Phrasal Verbs (multi-word verbs) : exploring meaning in the particle

Additional Options can include: • • • • • • • •

Giving Instructions Drama in the Classroom Project Work Class Discussions – including role-play Listening Activities Using the Internet 5 minute Activities - Warmers & Enders Music & Song

accommodation All accommodation is carefully selected and is conveniently located within walking distance of the school, the town centre and the sea.

ACCOMMODATION

Host Family Accommodation Our carefully selected host families allows students the opportunity to practice their English on a daily basis. Living with a host family and immersing oneself in family life can be fulfilling whilst building lifelong friendships. An experience not to be missed. A student’s stay with a host family is a very important part of experience in Malta and we make sure that at ACE English Malta we use the best host families to make a student’s stay enjoyable and comfortable. We have a dedicated member of our team who will look after our students and place them with a warm and welcoming family. When most of our students first arrive in Malta, they choose to stay with one of our specially selected families, where a warm welcome is guaranteed.

This offers a very good opportunity to learn about life in Malta and at the same time providing an excellent opportunity to practise English outside the classroom. Host family accommodation options can vary according to the student’s requirements : single or shared room on half-board basis. Location of residences are usually within walking distance if not, we do our best to place students on our direct bus routes to the school. Our host families are regularly inspected to ensure that standards are maintained and provide our students with the quality expected. They are visited and interviewed in order to make sure that they satisfy our criteria. We always aim to select hosts who are genuinely interested in learning more about different cultures.

BAY STREET HOTEL ROOMS and STUDIOS Bay Street Hotel enjoys a great central location, only a few metres away from the Blue Flag beach of St. George’s Bay, St. Julians. Located in a vibrant and prominent location, the Hotel enjoys an abundance of live music venues, bars, nightclubs and restaurants. Built around an internal semi-circular open space and with a featured rotunda in the centre. The two Hotel wings are beautifully adjoined with an impressive iron structure and a large terrace. The Bay Street Hotel offers comfortable accommodation. There is a choice between well appointed rooms or one of the studio apartments. Both the apartments and hotel rooms are serviced daily. All studios are equipped with a kitchenette, ensuite bathroom, balcony, hairdryer, air conditioning/ climate control, trouser press, cable TV, direct dial telephone & writing desk.

Bay Street Hotel is popular with both holidaymakers and business travellers since it is situated in this prime location, making it an ideal destination whether on business or pleasure.

HOTEL INTERCONTINENTAL InterContinental Malta gives you the best of all worlds: a wonderful waterfront resort complete with private beach and water sports; a central cosmopolitan location close to shopping, entertainment and historic sites; and an array of services appreciated by leisure and business travellers alike. Valletta, Mdina and the Mosta Dome are within easy reach. Rooms are composed of 30 square metres of luxury, suited for both the leisure and business traveller. Amenities include; balcony, separate walk in shower and bath, work space, data port, WIFI access, tea/coffee facilities, air conditioning, safe, mini bar, hair dryer, iron and board, satellite and Pay TV.

VALENTINA BOUTIQUE HOTEL Hotel Valentina situated in the heart of St Julians, a luxurious hotel with a modern contemporary style, finished to very high standards. Located in a quiet residential area just minutes away from restaurants, casinos, public sandy and rocky beaches. Guest rooms are situated over 4 floors each includes bathroom with shower, WC, air conditioning, ceiling fans, TV with 42 stations in various languages, hair dryer (on request) telephone, mini cooler, laptop, safe, free wi-fi and the majority of rooms have a balcony. The breakfast room is situated on the ground floor and serves a varied continental buffet. The hotel has an air-conditioned lobby and bar where tea and coffee is served free throughout the day.

THE GORGIANIS HOTEL (Hostel, St.Julians) Situated in St George’s Bay, St Julians, in the heart of the entertainment area of Paceville, this family-run accommodation is just across the road from the Baystreet shopping mall, banks, post office, cinemas, bowling, casinos, restaurants and night clubs. The sandy beach of St. George’s Bay is one minute away from Gorgianis. One can also find a mini market at street level. Each room is air conditioned and there is a communal kitchenette and laundrette available to all guests. Opposite the Gorgianis, the same company owns a very popular cafe’ & restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Breakfast and dinner is served in the restaurant. The bus terminus is within walking distance with buses departing frequently to Sliema, the capital city Valletta and other major tourist attractions.

ONYX APARTMENTS Onyx Apartments are situated on the outskirts of Paceville, St Julians and offer luxury serviced apartments finished to high international standards, meticulously designed in a contemporary yet elegant style. Located in one of Malta's most up market area, the apartments are within walking distance to a large supermarket store, a sandy beach, taxi stand and bus stop, casino, seafront promenade and a choice of numerous cafes, bars and restaurants while a number of selective upmarket shops are within a few metres. Apartments are equipped with one or two bedrooms and bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, washing machine, drier, LCD TV with a full cable package, free high speed internet and WIFI, direct line telephones and a video entry phone add to the comfort of these prestigious apartments.

ST. JULIANS BAY HOTEL St Julians Bay Hotel Malta is a modern three star hotel fantastically situated on the seafront of St Julians promenade, surrounded by cafés, restaurants, bars as well as a lovely public sandy beach. It is a short distance to the popular night spot Paceville as well as a short walk to the shopping centre of Sliema. Guest rooms at St Julian’s Bay Hotel are airy, comfortable and functional with single, twin or double beds, large work area and desk. Quality features in all rooms include wireless internet access, LCD TV with satellite, room safe as well as air-conditioning.

STUDENT HOUSE Situated in Swieqi, the Student House consists of a number of bedrooms which are available in double, triple and quads. Most bedrooms are en suite. Bed linen and bath towels are provided and changed weekly while room cleaning is seen to once weekly. There are two large kitchens and breakfast areas, laundry facilities, cable TV and internet. This type of accommodation is ideal for individuals who would like to enjoy student life but want the privacy of their own bedroom. SHARED APARTMENTS Sharing an apartment is one of the better options for cost-effective and independent accommodation while learning English in Malta. The various apartments are located within walking distance to the school and are close to all amenities including shops, bus stops, cafés, restaurants and more.

leisure At ACE English Malta we believe that what happens outside the classroom is as important as what happens in it.

SOCIAL & LEISURE

At ACE English Malta we organise weekly social activities for students. These are a very important part of learning English as students will practice what they would have learnt in class in the real world. Our staff will bring students close to each other and to the culture of Malta, by assisting in helping them make new friends and experiencing local traditions. Why is a social programme important for you? Because you can: • Speak and hear more English • Meet other students and locals • Learn new things • Laugh and have fun • Relax! And feel good about yourself • Make even more friends • Challenge yourself With such an agreeable climate there is a wide variety of land and sea sports facilities available on the island. Malta offers almost any sport under the sun. Choose from the high-energy to the lowoctane : there is sports for experts and beginners alike.

For the spirit of sports and adventure, a number of local organised clubs and associations are available to provide our students varied indoor and outdoor activities to choose from. Apart from regular outdoor activities like golf, tennis and horse riding, there is plenty of indoor options. Pamper oneself in a deluxe health spa, getting fit in the gym or challenging friends to an evening of pool or bowling. The climate, terrain and scenery are made for walking, cycling or touring by car. Enjoy a leisurely ramble or join a jeep safari for a wilder, off-road view. In Malta the outdoors is a discovery of the restless blue sea, unusual landscapes and timeless Mediterranean life. Whatever a student may be up to, the Maltese islands are a stage set for any type of activity. Baroque cities, medieval towns, rugged cliffs, prehistoric temples and endless seaside promenades are memorable backdrops to your stay.

SOCIAL & LEISURE PROGRAMME

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Baystreet Hotel

Hotel InterContinental

Valentina Hotel

Hotel Gorgianis

Onyx Apartments

St. Julian’s Bay Hotel

Bellevue Residence

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