ACE English Malta, Level 4, Bay Street Complex, St. George’s Bay, St. Julians, STJ 3311, Malta w: www.AceEnglishMalta.com e: ace@aceenglishmalta.com
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ACE ENGLISH MALTA
ACE ENGLISH MALTA
“it is not just an English Language Course.... ...but also an experience”
The Maltese Archipelago lies virtually in the centre of the Mediterranean Sea, some 93kms south of the Italian island of Sicily. Yet Malta is just a few hours flying time from most mainland European cities and has excellent intercontinental connections. Choose from scheduled services or charter flights, many of which offer a convenient departure point from European regional cities. The Maltese Islands offer an exhilarating contrast of colours: the azure of the Mediterranean, the mellow honey-coloured limestone which characterises the architecture and the clear skies. The Islands are a feast for the senses. Nightlife on the Islands is always bustling, there are a number of clubs to visit, excellent wine bars and first-rate restaurants to try.
MALTA
Aerial view of St. Julians and Portomaso Complex - ŠCrusader Rock International
ACE English Malta school is a friendly and welcoming place that brings a new freshness and enthusiasm to language learning in Malta. And as a small, private language school we offer exactly that. We are small enough to care and expert enough to deliver. At ACE English Malta it is all about you. A very personalised service in this boutique learning environment ensures that the focus is on you and your study goals. At ACE English Malta we are committed to offering high quality education and student welfare. Our teachers, staff and Director of Studies know all of our students on a personal level. The whole team always finds the necessary time to sit and chat with our students. We believe that students learn best when they feel comfortable and relaxed so we try to make every student feel like they are at home. The school is run by a dedicated and qualified group of professionals who have over 20 years experience in the various aspects of managing language training operations. Together, their expertise offers you a high quality learning experience that places you, the student, at the centre and puts your needs and preferences first. With modern facilities, excellent customer service, an exciting all round programme and academic excellence, ACE English Malta is your choice for success.
“You will come to us with high expectations... ...our aim is to exceed those expectations.”
WHO ARE WE? THE INTERNET CAFÉ
THE MAIN FOYER
ACE English Malta boasts a location which 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. Situated within the modern, vibrant premises of Bay Street Complex, an upmarket modern shopping mall ideally situated in the heart of St. Julians, one of the trendiest and most diverse parts of Malta. The town merges with Paceville, Malta’s main nightlife centre where one can find clubs, casinos, cinemas, numerous restaurants, cafÊs and bars. The school offers a brand new premises with a state-of-the-art finish throughout where attention to detail has been the main focus when embarking on this new exciting project. Vibrant colours, modern classroom technology, chill out areas, huge outdoor terrace...all aspects to make you want to be part of ACE English Malta.
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At ACE English 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 maximum personalized attention to each student. Our teachers at ACE English 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. General English + Minigroup + Intensive The above courses look at the skills of speaking, pronunciation, listening, reading, comprehension, writing,vocabulary and grammar with a particular focus on communication with lots of opportunity to speak. The Intensive Course gives the student the possibility of focusing on their particular needs. IELTS : General / Academic Cambridge ESOL : Academic / Business TOEFL 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 on ‘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.
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 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. Afternoon Conversation Classes FREE LESSONS : For students who book from any of the above courses, a FREE weekly ‘Afternoon Conversation Class’ will be provided.* A fun and dynamic special conversation course for all students which is 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.
ACADEMICS
Long-term course (8 weeks+)
Personalised Course Short of time ? Help needed with English in a specific area ? This course would suit students looking for a ‘personalised’ lesson and ‘made to order’ to his / her specific requirements. You and your teacher will fill out a Needs Analysis Form to give as much information as possible about what you expect from your lessons. This will help 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. As well as improving your personal weaknesses, this course gives you the opportunity to have a teacher give you that undivided attention so you work more intensively, resulting in much faster advancement than in a normal class. General Business Language Training This course is ideal for students who would like to improve their English skills for use in a wide range of business, marketing and financial contexts. It combines General English with specialist Business and Finance-related topics and the option to prepare for the Cambridge and BEC examinations. You will learn how to practise your language skills in real life situations. You will learn how to communicate at meetings, communicate with professionals, speak on the telephone, give presentations and engage in chit chat in social business situations within the classroom with fellow students. Every student will be provided with a complimentary Business English resource book. Skills developed 1. Language: Reading and 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 BEC exams.
Communicating effectively for Professionals FREE LESSONS : For students who book personalized 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 Classes’.* 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.
ACADEMICS * Offer valid for bookings received until 30 April 2013.
Host Families Host families are carefully selected for their kind and caring personalities and their genuine desire and willingness to open their homes and share their family lives and customs with the students. Students who live with a host family find that their English improves dramatically through conversation and daily interaction with their families. They have a great sense of security and exposure to a rich variety of cultural learning opportunities, like family activities, holiday celebrations, religious beliefs, sporting events, etc. The greatest reward for the students and families is a lasting friendship between them. BAY STREET HOTEL Rooms and Studios The Bay Street Hotel offers comfortable accommodation. Choose between well appointed rooms or one of the studio apartments. Both the apartments and hotel rooms are serviced daily. All rooms are equipped with a kitchenette, en suite bathroom, balcony, hair dryer, air conditioning/climate control, trouser press, cable TV, direct dial telephone & writing desk....to read.... All rooms include an en suite bathroom, balcony, hair dryer, air conditioning/climate control, trouser press, cable TV, direct dial telephone & writing desk. All studios are equipped with a kitchenette. Hotels For students who prefer the comfort of a hotel, ACE English Malta offers a wide range of alternatives all of which are within walking distance of the school. Self-Catering Apartments Students may choose from a number of self-catering apartments which are located in St. Julians or the surrounding areas, all within walking distance or a short bus ride to the school.
BLUE LAGOON - COMINO - MALTA
We offer our study English abroad courses for juniors as a comprehensive package, which includes full board and accommodation options in selective seaside hotels or in host families, all to suit our younger students. Packages also include exciting recreational programmes that are full of social, fun and cultural activities, excursions, sports and more - all perfectly designed for young students looking to have a fun time while learning English in Malta. Three good reasons why ACE English Malta should be your choice : 1. A safe environment 2. Fun programmes 3. Optimum learning During this amazing language learning experience, students will also have the opportunity to learn more about foreign cultures, traditions and people. Many years of experience in running Summer schools enables ACE English Malta to provide a safe, secure and engaging environment for our students to study and enjoy a structured cultural and activity programme. Group sizes will be limited so as to offer that extra care and service required for these age groups. We encourage a lot of learning outside the classroom with fun excursions and cultural visits to various sites of interest.
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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.
ACCOMMODATION
We believe that what happens outside the classroom is as important as what happens in it. Every week we organise social activities for students. These are a very important part of learning English; you will practice what you have learnt in class in the real world. Our staff will bring you close to each other and to the culture of Malta, by assisting in helping you make new friends
LEISURE
“These one-of-a-kind experiences provide an inspiring environment packed with self-discovery, friendship, entertainment and fun.�