Business
Business & International Trade
See how international businesses operate in Malta, a European hub for services and finance.
- Company and incubator visits
- Business English workshops
- Real case-study project work
- Final output to present in class
For secondary schools
English + PCTO/STEM Programs in Malta
One experience combining a certified English course, a recognised PCTO track and STEM workshops, with Italian-speaking on-site support from day one.
- Certified PCTO
- Accredited English course
- STEM workshops
- Italian on-site support
- Accommodation included
100+
Italian schools onboarded
5,000+
Students hosted in Malta
8 years
On the ground since 2016
24/7
Italian-speaking support
Why Malta
A destination designed for PCTO and STEM, not a compromise
Malta offers real everyday English, a safe European context, host companies and labs suited to PCTO and STEM tracks, sustainable costs and direct flights from Italy. Our local team turns this into a programme aligned with the school's PTOF.
- Everyday English
- Real host companies
- Short distances
- EU-level safety
- Direct flights from Italy
- Sustainable budgets
The English course
A real English course, not filler
Classes with native teachers in accredited schools, level-based groups (placement test on arrival), focus on real communication and the sector language linked to the chosen PCTO track.
- Placement test on arrival
- Qualified native teachers
- Level-based groups (A1–C1)
- Course materials included
- Focus on English for Work / STEM
- Final attendance and level certificate
Available PCTO tracks
Pick the PCTO track that matches your school's focus
Tracks co-designed with Italian schools and validated by on-site tutors. Each track includes class hours, on-site experience and a final project.
Heritage
Cultural Heritage & Tourism
UNESCO heritage, museum studies, sustainable tourism, cultural communication in English.
- English-led guided tours
- Workshops on museum communication
- Meetings with sector professionals
- Multimedia project work
STEM
STEM & Innovation
STEM labs, robotics, coding and visits to Maltese science parks and research centres.
- Hands-on lab workshops
- Coding and robotics in English
- Visits to research centres and startups
- Output: prototype / STEM project
Sustainability
Sustainability & Marine Studies
Environmental education, marine biology, Mediterranean sustainability with local partners.
- Biodiversity field trips
- Workshops with biologists
- Technical-scientific English
- Project work on an environmental topic
Career
Career Orientation & Soft Skills
Orientation, soft skills, public speaking and CV in English: useful for university and work.
- Personal branding and English CV
- Public speaking and mock interviews
- Teamwork workshops
- Final feedback session
Hospitality
Hospitality & Service Industry
Hotel and F&B: an ideal track for hospitality and tourism schools.
- On-site experience with partners
- English for hospitality
- Front office and F&B service
- Output: individual portfolio
What's included
A complete package, no hidden items
One quote covers everything a class needs for a smooth trip.
Transport
- Return flights from the nearest airport
- Airport–accommodation transfers
- Local transport for activities
Teaching
- English course in an accredited school
- Course materials
- Placement test and final certificate
PCTO/STEM experience
- Certified PCTO hours
- Company visits and workshops
- Dedicated on-site tutor
Accommodation
- Vetted residences or families
- Full or half board
- Student rooms + rooms for accompanying teachers
Safety
- Medical and liability insurance
- 24/7 Italian-speaking on-call
- Safety protocols and rules
Local support
- Italian team based in Malta
- Welcome meeting and orientation
- Coordination with Italian teachers
Sample programme
A sample week
Calendar adapted to the required PCTO hours, the school's focus and the group's English level.
- 1Day 1 — Sunday
Arrival, check-in and welcome meeting
- Airport transfer
- Check-in
- Welcome meeting and rules
- Welcome dinner
- 2Day 2 — Monday
Placement test and first week of class
- English placement test
- Orientation tour
- English classes start
- PCTO briefing
- 3Day 3 — Tuesday
Class + first PCTO/STEM experience
- Morning class
- Workshop or visit
- PCTO logbook
- 4Day 4 — Wednesday
Cultural or technical field trip
- Full-day field trip
- English on the go
- Evening tutor briefing
- 5Day 5 — Thursday
Project work and labs
- Morning in class
- Afternoon in company or lab
- Project work
- 6Day 6 — Friday
Final presentation and certificates
- Final classes
- Project work presentation
- Certificates
- Closing dinner
- 7Day 7 — Saturday
Check-out and return
- Check-out
- Airport transfer
- Return flight
Every programme is tailored: duration, PCTO hours, workshop type and accommodation adapt to the class.
Accommodation
Accommodation selected for school groups
Every option is vetted by the local team, close to the school and suitable for accompanying teachers.
Student residences
Multi-bed student rooms, single rooms for teachers, shared spaces, close to the school.
Selected 3* hotels
For schools that prefer hotel standards with breakfast and dinner.
Host families
Vetted and monitored, ideal for real language immersion.
School residence
All-in-one: accommodation + classrooms in the same building, maximum safety.
Accompanying teachers
Real support for those leading the class too
- Dedicated rooms for teachers
- Shared daily programme
- Daily briefing meeting
- Italian 24/7 on-call
- PCTO documentation ready
- Optional training hours for teachers
Optional
Add what you need
Optional modules to tailor the programme to your PTOF.
- Extended PCTO hours
- Advanced STEM module
- Cambridge exam at the end
- Excursions to Gozo and Comino
- Project work with host companies
- Public speaking workshop
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes, the programme is designed to be recognised as PCTO. We provide all documentation needed by the school.
Ready to bring your class to Malta?
Tell us your school focus, dates and group size. We'll prepare a tailored PCTO/STEM proposal.