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#English today is considered the third largest#language by number of native speakers...but combining native and non-native speakers it is the most commonly spoken language in the world

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HOMESTAY at NSTS English Language School

HOMESTAY / HOST FAMILIES This unique accommodation option highlights the spirit of hospitality which characterises the Maltese people.

NSTS officials personally visit and interview each host family before approval and keep regular contact to ensure you have the best possible stay. The focus is not only on the physical amenities but also on the hosts themselves

Guests are hosted on half-board – meaning breakfast and dinner are provided – with the latter most likely to be a typical Mediterranean-style meal with Italian influence. Families regularly host up to four English learners during peak times and provide shared facilities.Laundry facilities are available upon request. Executive homestay /host families are available on request.

For any further information or booking send an email to: [email protected] or visit our website nsts.org

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One-to-One English lesson at NSTS

With one-to-one tuition, the learner has the undivided attention of the teacher and full command of the type of lesson and study material. Lesson time and location is also flexible and is held at the learner’s requirement. It is also possible for two students to take lessons with the same trainer if both have a similar level of English

This unique and personal programme allows the learner to set the pace and choose the topics in a one-to-one session with experienced NSTS tutors. Lesson plans can be tailored to address particular language needs, like grammar, vocabulary, report writing, pronunciation and public speaking, as well as focus on language for the learner’s social setting and specific professional needs.

Academic information ● Enrolments accepted all year round ● Minimum Entry Level: A1/Elementary ● Number of learners per class: 1 to 2 ● May be combined with Intensive General English

Course What’s included ● Welcome pack and orientation ● Needs Analysis ● 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40 lessons per week, of 45 minutes duration ● Wi-fi internet access at the school ● Weekly Focus Workshop ● NSTS English Language Institute Certificate ● 24/7 emergency number and support

Typical Activities (including optional) The NSTS activities programme includes outdoor adventures and water activities, visits to heritage and cultural sites, social and cultural events, culinary excursions, and hands-on creative activities.

Accommodation options ● NSTS Hibernia Residence, Sliema ● NSTS Campus Residence, Msida ● Homestay & Executive homestay ● Hotels and apartments

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TEFL Course at NSTS on January 2014

  This Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate course is an intensive course including self-study based on practical methodology input sessions, peer teaching practice, supportive feedback and demanding assignments. This course has been recognized as an official 4 award of the European Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. Courses are practical and held in small groups 

Make yourself a valuable present this Christmas ... attend our next TEFL #COURSE in January !!!

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General English Courses for Adults

NSTS English Language Courses for adults are designed to improve everyday use of English in a social or work setting. Over a period of weeks, you will develop greater skills and confidence in English grammar, vocabulary and fluency. All courses incorporate formal classroom conversation and interactive lessons involving role play, and working in pairs and groups with learners having the option of augmenting their core course with top-ups or individual tutoring.

Learners also have access to a free weekly Focus Workshop where they can refine their pronunciation and grammar skills through group work, set tasks and exercises, and selfstudy. The workshop’s focus alternates each week, between either pronunciation or remedial grammar. Registration is required, and participation is open to all levels.

As an added bonus, and outside of formal class time, all students have access to an extensive social programme developed and organised by NSTS staff, and tailored to each course to further build on what is learnt in class. Practise your English while taking in Malta’s vibrant lifestyle and rich culture, from the very contemporary to prehistory dating back some 7000 years.

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Cultural Events @ NSTS English Language School

NSTS offers a great selection of cultural activities for you to enjoy after your lessons at NSTS English Language School.Performances and concerts of all genres of music are on almost every week-end. In summer, theaters go open-air, streets are amply decorated with festoons and fairy lights. You will find various festivals, fireworks events, beach parties, boat cruises, wining and dining to fill your social evenings.

Your sightseeing daytime encounters take you to the mysterious, narrow streets of the Arabic-Medieval City of Mdina. There you will unearth curiosities, take in breath-taking views of Malta, learn all about the architecture and visit a 150 year old band club to meet bandsmen, enthusiastic feast volunteers and discover traditional village life. An ‘Mdina Encounters’ by night is another enthralling experience.

Majestic auberges, an impressive baroque Cathedral, decorated churches, Europe’s second oldest theatre, stately homes, attractive public gardens and kilometres of fortifications make up two other encounters. One takes you to Valletta’s outstanding riches and architectural beauty, where you will have time to unwind at a street cafe, while on the other you skirt the fortifications, climb over the battlements, walk along their shores and take in the stunning panorama of the two flanking harbours that were central to Europe’s fate in glorious times.

The ‘Three Cities by Night’ is another enchanting discovery of medieval life by the Grand Harbour as you intently listen to the intricacies of the inhabitants of Vittoriosa (Birgu), Cospicua (Bormla) and Senglea (Isla) and discover the fascinating Collachio, the first auberges of the Knights, Fort St. Angelo and more.

Four diverse ‘Walking Encounters’ follow nature: Malta’s flora and fauna, the natural habitats of migratory birds, indigenous plants and country life with its garigue and rough paths. You trek along the south-west coast from Buskett Gardens to Dingli Cliffs, admire archaeological sites and the diversity of country and sea views; from Cirkewwa to Mellieha you will climb high ridges, pass over dramatic cliff edges and sandy beaches; the historic south east villages from Qrendi to the spectacular coast at the Blue Grotto, from Marsascala to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk.

The Customer Relations team keep creating different opportunities to satisfy your individual needs while they remain mindful of the English speaking value of these international Encounters.