1.2012ENGLISH: KIDS & TEENS EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

2. Welcome Welcome to the heart and soul of the Mediterranean,Malta . A sunny island offering all the perks of blissfulbeach life coupled with the solid authenticity of the EnglishLanguage. NSTS is here to guide you through this uniquesensation of what we like to call a learning holiday. We arehere to ensure that you strike the right balance betweenpractising and improving your English language skills andenjoying the culturally rich, vibrant atmosphere this funloving archipelago proposes.With a population of around 400,000 people, Malta canbe seen as one big family. Friendly people, hearty food andpicturesque scenery are but a few of what you will be able toenjoy during your visit. Let us tempt you with a few more funfacts about this precious island: 300 Days of sunshine and warm seas Malta may be thesmallest nation within the European Union, but that onlycontinues to accentuate its attribute of having the bestclimate in the world. This means that it acts as an idyllicbackground setting for swimming, sunbathing, excitingwater sports, entertaining beach parties and innovativecultural tours. Being so practically sized as an island Malta,provides you with the opportunity to have a two in oneholiday- learning English and soaking up the sun.Maltas warm climate extends itself to the rest of the year,offering you enjoyable outdoor life with cool bars andcafes for you to hang about and practise your English withfriends. We speak English You will find that in Malta everyonespeaks English, starting from the more obvious oneslike teachers and hosts to the man in the corner shopand even the bus drivers! English being Maltas officiallanguage alongside Maltese makes Malta an excellentchoice for you to improve your English language fluency. Fascinating evening lifestyle The islands offer you aninfinite number of street parties, traditional village festas,live music gigs, mega concerts, discos, jamming sessions,open-air theatre and buzzing entertainment. If anything,you will certainly feel spoilt for choice. 7 millennia of history Malta is described as an open-airmuseum sharing with its guests 7000 years of history and8 UNESCO heritage sites. Interactive attractions andlively Malta allows you travel back to the past and to reliveexciting moments which have shaped the Mediterraneanlifestyle as we know it today. Keeping in shape Since it is a given fact that you willbe greatly enjoying your food in Malta, we thought itfit to inform you that the island is equipped with sportsgrounds, gymnasia, swimming pools, sea, countryside andfitness centres to keep you smiling and in good health. Smart Island Malta may be a standalone island, but theextensive number of Wi-Fi spots and internet cafes willkeep you connected to your friends and loved ones backhome. You can almost say that they can be virtually onholiday with you. 3. CONTENTSWelcome to NSTS English Language Institute 7The Educational Dimension8The NSTS Learning Philosophy 10Our Quality Credentials11Teens English Adventure13Kids English Camp14One-to-One Beginner Lessons15School Groups16English for my First Job & Work Training 16English & Cultural Immersion 17General English Speaking Practice18Project English Speaking Practice18High School Year 19Senior High School Year20International Baccalaureate21We are One Family22Student Residences 23Other Accommodation, Homestay & Hotel Resort 24LEGEND OF NSTS ENGLISH PROGRAMMESLifestyle Excursions & Leisure Activities26Terms & Conditions 27ADVENTURESPECIALISATIONEXAM PREPARATION 4. WELCOmEWelcome to NStS English language Institute where our priorityis to make every young students learning experience as enjoyableand worthwhile as possible! This is reflected in our Missionstatement that states:NSTS fosters intercultural lifestyle, learning and travel opportunitiesfor students and young adults to create life-time prospects fortheir holistic development in a multi-cultural society. NSTS iscommitted to affordable, quality international education, hospitalityprogrammes of value, and the exchange of knowledge amongpeoples, supported by a friendly customer-centric philosophy.NSTS English Language Institute offers: a fantastic study destination which is safe, friendly and mostimportantly a proficient English speaking environment. An extensive portfolio of English Language Programmes withexciting, interactive educational activities. Exciting activites, sports events, parties and a networkingprogramme which is the foundation stone of Learning throughFun philosophy.We welcome both individual students and school groups. AtNSTS, we are all committed towards offering the higheststandards in quality and care both through our local andinternational affiliations.6 7We invite you to sit back, relax and get to know us and ourlanguage programmes better. The NSTS academic team istrained to offer dedicated attention to each individual studentand, together with our varied language programmes to suit allneeds, we guarantee that this will be the experience of a lifetime!Students have been coming to the English Language Institutefor 48 years and have consistently recommended our LanguageSchool to their school friends and family members because ofour academic integrity, multicultural diversity and fantastic socialactivity programme.The NSTS English Language Institute offers courses at alltuition levels. Based on the six levels of the Common EuropeanFramework of Reference (CEFR) for languages of the Council ofEurope, our courses are guaranteed to suit your requirement.NSTS staff members are the most important factor for thesuccess of our programmes as they are directly responsible foryour welfare and happiness. Therefore, we have established a veryrigorous selection, preparation and orientation procedures forour staff to offer the best caring and quality service to you. Wealso assure that juniors and teens are constantly supervised.Our representatives and sales agents will help you choose theright study plan designed for your personal needs, whilst alsotaking care of your accommodation, welfare and social life inMalta. NSTS prides itself in understanding the importance ofLearning through Fun and interactive activities especially when itcomes to younger students and teens. 5. one-To-one beginner lessonsThE EDUCATIONAL DImENSION A kid or young teenager may start learning English through thisprivate tuition one-to-one programme together with a tutorwho is dedicated to teach very young students.The NSTS English Language Institute provides you with English language programmes that combine English tuition within the classroom withENtry lEvEl: from A1/ Beginnerenjoyable opportunities of non-formal English practice. These take the form of twice daily 3 to 4 hour sessions of leisure, entertainment,StuDENt typE: Committed to Learnpartying, music and water sports that exploit Maltas Mediterranean fun, cultural richness and sports activities. This page presents you with ourClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 20course range designed to help you choose the right programme that suits your particular language and holiday needs.MaxIMuM ClaSS SIzE: 1, 2, 3 according to clientsconcurrent bookings Teens english AdvenTure Kids english cAMPhigh school yeAr NSTS brand new formula for exciting and motivatingOur rebranded programme for kids from 10 to 13 years You will join the high school class appropriate to your age where interactive lessons and a full programme of leisure time funwith lots of healthy and creative activities under our leaders you will study English language and all subjects common to activities that keep you going all day long throughout your watchful eyes plus English lessons filled with language gamesthe British High School system alongside Maltese students school summer and winter holidays.and movement.of similar age. You will participate in various sport and culturalactivities to further develop your personality. ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-IntermediateENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate StuDENt typE: Active, Fun loving & Eager to Learn StuDENt typE: Wonderful Active KidsENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 20ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 20 StuDENt typE: Keen to Study Abroad (11-16 years) avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 8, maximum 15 avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 12, maximum 15 ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: Day schoolavEragE ClaSS SIzE: Maximum 25 generAl english sPeAKingProJecT english sPeAKing PrAcTice8 9 PrAcTice (school grouP) (school grouP) senior high school yeAr We have rebranded our School Group Classical EnglishAn opportunity for teachers to propose a school theme so asYou will join a local Senior High School to study 6 subjects courses into General English Conversation Practice to sharpen to integrate the English lessons in Malta with those back home including English at A level standard, interact with students student speaking skills and build upon the strong grammar and and present a final researched project upon the groupss return. your age and participate in extra-curricular and sport activities vocabulary foundation they receive from their own school.to make the best out of your experience. ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-IntermediateStuDENt typE: Motivated to Make English PresentationsENtry lEvEl: from B1/ Intermediate StuDENt typE: Motivated to Speak EnglishClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 16, 20 StuDENt typE: Success Seeker (16-18 years) ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 12, 16, 20avEragE ClaSS SIzE: According to school group size ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: Day School avEragE ClaSS SIzE: According to school group size avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 40 english for My firsT Job And WorK english & culTurAl iMMersion TrAining (school grouP) (school grouP) inTernATionAl bAccAlAuerATe A classical study tour immersed in English but updated and You will study 3 subjects at higher level and 3 subjects at A specialised training programme for job seekers covering remodelled to provide innovative interactions with the English standard level that must include English and mathematics practical job application issues a version of Business speaking Animateur and the sites visited.and 4 subjects selected from modern languages, the natural English course for job beginners. On special request NSTSsciences, business & management, economics, philosophy and finds a work training placement to practice on-the-job and ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate environmental systems & societies, the visual arts. English skills. StuDENt typE: Motivated by Heritage and EnglishENtry lEvEl: from B2/ Intermediate ENtry lEvEl: from B1/ IntermediateCultural IMMErSIoN prograMME: 4 full day cultural outings in Malta, optional entrance fees, optional GozoStuDENt typE: Avid International Achiever StuDENt typE: International Job Seeker (16-19 years) avEragE ClaSS SIzE: According to school group size ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: Day School ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 20avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 15 avEragE ClaSS SIzE: According to school group size 6. ThE NSTS LEArNINg PhILOSOPhy OUr QUALITy CrEDENTIALS At NSTS you will make meaningful progress towards reaching your English Language goals. Our academic team uses the latest teaching methods to help NSTS is the pioneer of English Language Training in Malta and we continue to maintain our academic leadership through research, professional you achieve full potential at the end of your Language Programme. Our Philosophy is based on:development seminars and by continuously listening to your needs and requirements and reviewing our teaching methodologies to suit them. CLASSrOOm ATTITUDETAKINg CENTrE STAgEOUr SChOOL OUr TEAChINg STAff Our teaching team will source and use a varied range of fun and NSTS developed a unique style of interactive lessons that bringThe NSTS school knows its origins through a joint initiative between NSTS prides itself for its formidable, loyal, highly qualified staff most interactive materials to bring out the best in you. Be it reading,movement, music, drama and film into your classroom. Alternatively the academic staff of the Faculty of English and the Student Council of which possessing the University of Cambridge ESOL, CELTA or writing, grammar, vocabulary or listening and speaking, our qualified we take you on fieldwork, quizzing, interviewing on one course day at the University of Malta. Today these two organisations areDELTA, University English Language Training degrees, long years of teachers are there to develop your abilities and encourage you to per week. You become the central actors of the lessons putting inrepresented on the autonomous governing body of NSTS English experience and annual refresher courses and continuous professional practice these skills among your new friends. We guarantee you will vibe and motivation to your own liking and enjoyment as you practice Language Institute. It is a fact that the school you choose to study development in ELT methodology. love it so much you will make the extra effort of speaking English even speech, intonation and pronounciation. at, shapes your life and experience. If you are looking for a reliable outside classroom hours! school with a proven track record that believes in providing you withOUr TEAChINg mEThODOLOgy PErSONAL SUPPOrT AND PrOgrESS mONITOrINg an invaluable lifetime experience, then we are right for you. Besides LEArNINg By DOINgthe excellent student programmes we have on offer, our English One of our teaching staffs many strengths is their ability to On arrival, you will be placed in a class according to your level of Language Institute also hosts Maltas first established Internationalencourage you to communicate in English giving you the opportunity Your training programme will not be complete without immersingEnglish. Your progress will be monitored by our teaching staff. During Teacher Training Centre (ITTC). It prepares prospective teachers to develop and improve your skills. You will readily participate in yourself into our fantastic leisure activities. Learning at NSTS is not one-to-one meetings your teacher will help you identify the key areasfor local qualifications, for the renowned international teachingdynamic teaching activities that are enhanced by the international just about sitting down in a class room but also about fun outingsfor improvement and how you can gain more confidence in your certificate of the University of Cambridge (CELTA), and also runsdiversity of your class group and the rich cultural backdrop of our be they concerning Art, Culture, Nature or Sport. We ensure command of the English Language. refresher courses for the experienced teachers of English in highMediterranean islands that our activities provide you with the opportunities to practise schools that are eligible for EU Comenius 2.2 funding. your newfound skills and motivate you to share and express your CONgrATULATIONS!OUr TEAChINg mATErIALS experiences with your new friends at ELI.Moreover the school is accredited to the Autonomous Accreditation At the end of your programme you will be awarded the NSTS EnglishCouncil of the Malta Federation of Language Schools (FELTA). WeAt each lesson we provide you with a fresh approach of fun and Language Institute Certificate detailing the Training Programmeassociate ourselves with the leading local Christian and Private Highstimulating materials. Our teaching staff is supported by authentic10 11 experienced at our school and the level of proficiency achieved. The Schools to offer you academic studies of superior quality. in-house materials on current topics that also feature the exciting Certificate can be used for your academic and professional profiles local Maltese touch. We equip you with set textbooks of international and it will provide proof of your achieved language skills. repute for our long-term and examination programmes. 7. ENGLISH PROGRAMMES TEENS ENgLISh ADvENTUrEA comprehensive programme for teenage students during eachschool holiday period that provides for 7 full days a week of Englishlessons, leisure and sports activities and supervision, including a oneday window for relaxing and lazing or opting for optional outings.ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-IntermediateSEa aDvENturEHere at NSTS English Language Institute we love to encourage youStuDENt typE: Active, Fun Loving & Eager to Learn to make the most out of your summer vacation. So why not visit us inMalta and sign up for the Sea Adventure Programme?prograMME DuratIoN: Minimum 1 week commencingwith fixed datesOur teaching staff use communicative teaching methodologycomposed of role-play, language games, research tasks, interviews,ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: Sea Adventure 16, 20fieldwork and hands-on projects. These will enable you to practiseSun Adventure 20English with your classmates in a fun, stimulating environment, whichpromotes lifelong learning.lESSoN DuratIoN: 45 minutes, morning/afternoonAs part of our Learning through Fun philosophy you will swim, make1312avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 12, maximum 15 (in winter 8, 12)friends, enjoy daily games and activities, and challenge yourselfduring the exciting water sports games. You will party, entertain andlEISurE aCtIvItIES: 14 varied units of 3 to 4 hours each on amuse yourself and your friends at places of fun and popular culturalleisure, culture, sports, art, music, beach club, games, parties, interest.singing, dancing, drama, talent competitions, tournaments,nature walks and much more. SuN aDvENturEWhy not escape the winter cold and get to warm and friendly MaltaaCCoMMoDatIoN: Student Residence 2/3 bedded to improve your English during the winter holiday breaks?rooms and 4/5 duplex bedrooms We provide you dynamic English lessons to complement your4 star hotel resort 2/3/4 bedded roomsschool studies in a pleasant way and organise leisure, cultural andHost Family 2/3 bedded rooms. sports activities to further add to your enjoyment in the attractivecountryside in the sun.aIrport traNSFEr: To be booked additionally toprogramme and accommodation aCCoMMoDatIoNYou may live in one of our two splendid residences, a lower-costmodern student residence in duplex rooms and a 4 star hotel resortshared residence. Both have rooms with private facilities and airconditioning and offer half-board and full board meal plans. Thetwo residences are available to groups only on the Sun Adventureprogramme except during the 2 weeks before and 1 week after EasterSunday and throughout the Sea Adventure period when individualstudents are welcome. 8. KIDSONE-TO-ONE ENgLISh CAmPBEgINNEr LEvEL Dedicated to the tender ages of 10 to 13 years the Kids English Camp A kid or young teenager may start learning English through this is a supervised 7 day week English and activities programme. private tuition one-to-one programme together with a tutor who isdedicated to teach very young students. Two or three kids or your EaStEr aND SuMMEr CaMpSteenagers at beginner level may enrol together to receive common If you love the seaside and want to speak English, then look nolessons from the same tutor. ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediatefurther. We dedicate particular attention to our kids and provide ENtry lEvEl: from A1/ Beginner special supervision and play programme. Our teachers are motivated StuDENt typE: Active & Eager to Learn (10-13 years old) by greater fun and a more liberal approach to keep the childsStuDENt typE: Committed to Learn attention high throughout the dynamic teaching activities and prograMME DuratIoN: Minimum 1 week commencing language games that they organise.prograMME DuratIoN: Minimum 1 week commencing 26 March to 13 April (Easter) and 18 June to 24 August 2012 Monday (Summer)We ensure the extra fun factor by organising trips to popular beaches and play parks, go on boat rides and interact with popular exhibits ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 20 ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 20and attractions. Moreover we will organise daily games, animation, painting, modelling, designing, entertainment and sports. lESSoN DuratIoN: 45 minutes, morning/afternoon lESSoN DuratIoN: 45 minutes, morning/afternoon The Easter and Summer accommodation is exclusively at the 4 star1415 avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 1, 2, 3 according to clients concurrent avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 12, Maximum 15resort shared residence with swimming pool in 2/3/4 bedded roomsbookings with private facilities on half-board or full-board (packed lunch). The lEISurE aCtIvItIES: Daily, day-long involvement in creative resort offers a kids leisure room for daily in-house activities.lEISurE aCtIvItIES: No design, painting, crafts, modelling, games, animation, kids drama, DVD watching, weekly outing to cultural sites, beach SuN aDvENturE CaMpaCCoMMoDatIoN: Together with parents or at host family club, swimming, water sports, entertainment, games of skill and During the quieter winter period kids join their counterpart Teensand during Easter and Summer Camp periods 4 star hotel all that which keeps kids active and enjoying themselves. on the Sun Adventure Programme. The Sun Adventure Camp is resort shared residence in 2 / 3 / 4 bedded rooms. specifically designed for the very young to start their confidence in aCCoMMoDatIoN: 4 star hotel resort in 2 / 3 / 4 beddedEnglish.aIrport traNSFEr: To be booked additionally to rooms.programme and accommodation We present interactive English lessons designed to promote fun and aIrport traNSFErS: To be booked additionally to attention to learning among the young, making lessons different from programme and accommodation those at school in the students country of origin. We will provide language games, songs for listening sessions, opportunities to speak English with classmates to increase vocabulary and improve on grammar. Accommodation in the Sun Adventure periods is at host families on full board (packed lunch). 9. ENgLISh & SChOOL grOUPS CULTUrAL ImmErSION The group enhances its general understanding of the English language in a non-formal environment by simply listening to a We love being an active part of school group development and where the teacher recommends the desired cultural trips. This is why we have organised proficient speaker. Practice of the language is made possible through programmes geared towards them where language tuition, accommodation, three sessions of 3 to 4 hours duration of organised activities comprisinginteractive cultural and/or adventure outings where one can learn orientation walk, sports, games, animation and party all shared with other school groups, assistance and airport transfers are all included. NSTS believes ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate more about Maltas heritage and traditions or experience Maltas that by combining our language expertise with the importance of overseas study trips, we can encourage students to be active and responsible citizens natural environment. both at school and in their respective communities.StuDENt typE: School Group (10-19 years) The school teacher will pre-select the 4 outings at historical sitesprograMME DuratIoN: Minimum 1 week commencingfor the day activities and may opt for day visits all subject to goodon request advance notice of 15 days to NSTS.Cultural IMMErSIoN prograMME: 4 day culturaloutings in Malta, 1 optional day in GozoENgLISh fOr my fIrSTJOB & WOrK TrAININg16 17 If you are preparing yourself to enter a competitive workforce, where English is needed for success, why not opt for this course? Topics include job interview preparation, preparing rsums and covering letters and useful language for the workplace. We recommend thatENtry lEvEl: B1/ Intermediateyou first learn the language skills you need to get the job, then move on to learn the expressions youll need to keep your job and getStuDENt typE: International Job Seeker (16-19 years) promoted!prograMME DuratIoN: Minimum 1 week commencingThis programme also includes complementary work training at Monday on request established private organisations pre-arranged by NSTS.ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 20 Whats more? You will get the chance to experience half-day placements in minor job roles to further practice your language in anlESSoN DuratIoN: 45 minutes, morning/afternoon actual work environment.avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 15 according to group sizelEISurE aCtIvItIES: Yes aCCoMMoDatIoN: Student Residence 2/3 bedded rooms and 4/5 duplex bedrooms; 4 star hotel resort 2/3/4 bedded rooms; Host Family 2/3 bedded rooms, minimum 2 students per family 10. hIgh SChOOL gENErAL ENgLISh SPEAKINg PrACTICE yEAr School group students come with a good foundation of grammar andFew know that Malta enjoys an English system of high school vocabulary. Our teachers motivate them to speak freely by eliciting education that was introduced during British rule. Moreover the their vocabulary and encouraging them to build sentences guidingfees are much lower than in the UK even though it is of a very ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate them throug their known grammatical structures. high standard. Give your 11-16 year old the opportunity to develop academically in a foreign, safe and caring environment where making StuDENt typE: School Group (10-17 years) This is done with the added benefit of being among school friends. AtENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate friends is so easy. prograMME DuratIoN: Minimum 1 week commencing the end of this course the individual ability to use English as a second language will improve considerably. We also offer the possibility to StuDENt typE: Keen to Study Abroad (11-16 years old) The class you join on this course depends on your current school Monday on request individual students to request additional 1-to-1 lessons. certificates. We will choose your new school class according toprograMME DuratIoN: One scholastic year (Sep-Jun)your age and level and you will study English, modern languages, ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 12, 16, 20 mathematics, science, social and environmental studies and physicalClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: Full day education as well as other optional subjects. You will participate in lESSoN DuratIoN: 45 minutes, morning/afternoon various sport, gym, art, theatre and class activities to further developlESSoN DuratIoN: 45/55 minutes your personality. avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 15 according to group sizeavEragE ClaSS SIzE: Maximum 25 This programme starts with a 3 week English top-up course and lEISurE aCtIvItIES: Yes proceeds to a local selected high school for day attendance over one18 19paStoral Support aND WElFarE: NSTS Customerscholastic year. A final certificate indicating the progress attained andRelationship Team will care for each High School student and attendance will be awarded. PrOJECT ENgLIShoffer guidance and support. SPEAKINg PrACTICEaCCoMMoDatIoN: English speaking Maltese host familieson full board (packed lunch on school days) Your school teacher has the opportunity to choose a theme on aIrport traNSFErS: to be booked separately upon which the you and your classmates will work on for the durationenrolment. ENtry lEvEl: from A2/ Pre-Intermediate of the course. We will prepare Project English lessons and design questionnaires for your fieldwork based around the selected theme. StuDENt typE: School Group (14-19 years) The leisure activities programme includes two interactive field trips. prograMME DuratIoN: Minimum 1 week commencing You will be improving your general understanding of the English on requestlanguage in a non-formal, fun environment by focusing on the four main language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: 16, 20 Together we will develop a related project for you to be able to present to your school friends and family back home. This involves lESSoN DuratIoN: 45 minutes research, out-of-class interviews as well as report writing. All this is complemented by after school hours information and fantastic avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 15 according to group size animation activities. lEISurE aCtIvItIES: Yes including airport transfersAt the end of this course the groups ability to use English as a second language will improve considerably. 11. SENIOr hIgh SChOOL INTErNATIONALyEAr BACCALAUrEATE The perfect finishing to a High School career and preparation for an The highly sophisticated system of education in Malta provides you English speaking University Education. You will study subjects thatwith the opportunity of undertaking your College International lead to the English A level examinations. You will select 2 subjects Baccalaureate Diploma Programme studies in a safe, British from one of three options: education environment set within a pleasant warm Mediterraneanclimate. ENtry lEvEl: from B1/ Intermediate English and a European language or ENtry lEvEl: from B2/ IntermediateThis is a holistic formation programme that practices creativity, Accounting, economics, computing or pure mathematics oraction, service through the many extra-curricular and sports StuDENt typE: Success Seeker (16-18 years old) Pure mathematics, physics, computing, chemistry or biology.StuDENt typE: Avid International Achiever (16-19 years) activities in addition to formal learning. Moreover you will study four other subjects chosen from prograMME DuratIoN: One scholastic year (Sep-Jun) humanities, commerce and sciences to complement your prograMME DuratIoN: Two academic years (Sep-Jun)You will study 3 subjects at higher level and 3 subjects at standard university preparation studies.level that must include English and mathematics and 4 subjects ClaSS lESSoNS pEr WEEK: Full day ClaSS lESSSoNS pEr WEEK: Full day selected from modern languages, the natural sciences, business & You will work diligently on your assignments on your own or in a team. management, economics, philosophy and environmental systems & lESSoN DuratIoN: 45/55 minutesThis will give you the opportunity to integrate with students of yourClaSS lESSoN DuratIoN: 55 minutes societies, the visual arts. age and participate in extra-curricular and sport activities designed to avEragE ClaSS SIzE: 40provide you with a complete English speaking education and personalavEragE ClaSS SIzE: 10, maximum 20The programme last for 2 academic years and requires a good formation.20entry level of English which itself necessitates a 3 week intensive 21 paStoral Support aND WElFarE: NSTS CustomerpaStoral Support aND WElFarE: College and NSTSpreparatory course during the month of September. Relationship Team will keep in regular contact and be available Prior to starting your studies you will attend an intensive 3 week Customer relations staff will keep in regular contact and be to provide guidance and support and invite you out to leisure course in English to attain a 5.5 score equivalent standard in the available to provide guidance and support and to invite you out activities and social events. language. The dates for the three-semester courses are September to leisure activities and social events. to June and for the 2-semester courses are September to March aCCoMMoDatIoN: English speaking Maltese hostor December to June. Each semester programme starts off with anaCCoMMoDatIoN: Three options are available: families on full board (packed lunch on school days) or NSTSincluded 3-week intensive course of English.Boarding College sharing a twin room (bunk-beds) with Residence on bed and breakfast basis in self-catering studiocommon facilities on full board with supervised study hours and bedroom with private facilities, study area, kitchenettefree time, Wi-Fi, games room, sports grounds aIrport traNSFErS: to be booked separately uponNSTS Student Residence in a self-catering single or twin enrolmentsharing studio bedroom with en-suite facilities on bed andbreakfast, with private kitchenette, study area, Wi-Fi, gamesroom, networking lounge, swimming poolEnglish speaking Maltese host families on full board (packedlunch on school days)aIrport traNSFErS: to be booked separately uponenrolment 12. WE ArE ONE fAmILySTUDENT rESIDENCESNSTS manages its own student residences and hostels that provideENgLISh IS ThE COmmON LANgUAgE. SOCIALISINg IS ThE Here at NSTS we value the importance of the family and aim toAs examples we highlight the following choices: a more responsive and adaptable environment to suit young student COmmON ThEmE. always recreate that same feeling with our members and students. needs. Here you will easily find friendships and a casual, leisurely We even go that one step further and create packages which cater CLOSE AND INDEPENDANT: The children aged 10-17 attend ambiance wrapped up in safety and security through extensiveNSTS provides a 24/7 supervision assistance in residences to the Kids for families wanting to come on holiday to our beautiful island. the full residential camp or adventure programme in summer whilesurveillance systems for your own peace of mind.Camp and the Teens Sea Adventure stays. Upon arrival you pay athe parents follow group Intensive General and Business English or50 refundable deposit against potential damages and misbehaviour We offer the possibility for adult members of the family toCareer Individual English and live at a hotel or in an apartment. Moreover, at the residences you meet up in the lounges to network and a 25 refundable deposit if you withdraw a key and lock to a safe accompany their younger children to Malta! Family members canthrough your social media sites, share your experiences, watch a DvDdeposit box. grab the opportunity to improve their English by enrolling on one of LIvINg TOgEThEr: All the family share a two or three bedroomor participate in one or other of the leisure activities organised by the the various English Language courses on offer. Both adult and junior self catering apartment. The children attend a winter course on the NSTS Customer Relations animateurs. timetable hours overlap and class times coincide giving enough roomformal lessons and activities of the camp or adventure programme, to simultaneously enjoy an inviting and well-deserved mind-soothing, any child 3-10 years old attends kindergarten or One-to One fun holiday. Beginner Lessons. At the same time the parents can follow theirpreferred course as above or simply relax on holiday, renting a self We then invite you to spend the rest of the day participating in drive car to enjoy their time. NSTS will organise any other choice on activities of your choice among the cultural, adventurous, sport-request. oriented, water sports events we offer or creating your own schedule of visits.2322NSTS CAmPUS rESIDENCE NSTS hIBErNIA rESIDENCEThis is the latest 2012 totally refurbished property designedAmenities include Wi-Fi, breakfast-room, 24/7 food andon modern minimalist lines with eye-catching functionaldrink dispensers, roof lounge, sun terrace, coin operatedroom layouts and facilities to render your stay comfortablelaundry, morning receptionist, mini-market and post-box.offering you a range of options to certainly fall within yourfinancial reach. The hostel comprises two 3 room wings within the Residence of 6 and 8 bunk-beds each with common showers, wash-Amenities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, breakfast-room, basins, toilets, kitchenette, dining and lounge. Each occupant24/7 food and drink dispensers a dedicated games and receives a lockable cupboard and safe deposit box and enjoysmeeting lounge, a projection room, swimming pool and sun a very low cost nightly rate.deck, coin operated laundry, morning receptionist.The hostel comprises an independent junior wing for under18 year olds that sleeps 4 or 5 persons to each bedroom inan original arrangement of duplex beds, being a triple roomat floor level and with twin beds on a raised higher levelplatform, with its private shower and toilet facilities. Singleand twin rooms are available for group leaders. 13. OThEr ACCOmmODATIONJOIN OUr ONLINE COmmUNITy, mEET OThEr NSTS STUDENTS AND fIND OUT WhATS gOINg ON ON ATNSTS ENgLISh LANgUAgE INSTITUTE: www.facebook.com/maltanstswww.twitter.com/nstsmalta hOmESTAyhOTEL rESOrT An invaluable opportunity to absorb the Maltese way ofWe have partnered with Bella Vista Hotel, a comfortable 4 life and culture while enjoying English social contact. The star hotel in Qawra. It will serve as a resort accommodation Homestay programme is open to all persons who prefer to under the constant supervision of NSTS personnel. Our staff share their daily life experiences in the warmth of a Maltese resides at the hotel and offers 24 hour supervision so that home. help and assistance is always within reach. Host families are carefully interviewed and selected by NSTSStudents will stay on half or full board accommodation. Each personnel for their reliability, security and values and arestudent must pay a deposit of Euro 50 against damages and generally chosen in close proximity to the school, only up to a as a deterrent to persistent lack of appropriate behaviour. short bus ride away. They love to extend their hospitality to all students and develop lasting friendships. The NSTS offer covers single or shared room occupancy and full-board accommodation. Learn hands-on about Maltas culture, customs and traditions. Grab the opportunity to enhance your English by speaking the language on a day-to-day basis with your host family. Students would be required to respect the family life in all24 25 they do, so that their stay is an enjoyable experience even for our host families. 14. LIfESTyLE EXCUrSIONS & LEISUrE ACTIvITIES TErmS & CONDITIONS Enrolments accompanied by credit card full payment details will be NSTS reserves the right to alter any service, description and fee When joining one of our programmes we will welcome you as a treasured member of our extended NSTS family and invite you with open arms to our received by electronic means at reservations@nsts.orf or by fax onwithout prior notice and to provide substitute of at least comparable social, cultural, entertainment and sports events organised by our Customer Relations team. +356 255 88 200 up to 2 weeks before arrival (4 weeks for stays instandard and contents as originally. July and August) NSTS may, without being liable in any manner whatsoever, exclude any CULTUrALThe beach club spells FUN and is considered to be home to Payment by bank transfer to APS Bank Ltd, Valletta Malta (IBANperson from a service applied for, and demand his/her repatriation, Culture in Malta can be found nationwide. The island overflows with animation, beach games, tournaments, parties, music, cool drinks, MT38 APSB 7709 10006515 10 6515 400 10) must be effected 1if in the opinion of Management, s/he appears likely to endanger or popular and historical culture, interactive attractions and shows thattasty food, sunshades, showers, facilities and an enviable international full week earlier.impair the health, safety or comfort of other persons using the same bring to life stunning moments of history for you to discover. Immersechill-out atmosphere ideal for chatting to new friends from across the services, or the reputation of NSTS by his/her acts or omissions. yourself in Maltese culture and make your experience inspirational. globe. Enrolments will only be accepted and confirmed subject to receipt of Getting to know about the islands past challenges and achievements full payment, space availability and NSTS being exonorated for any In enrolling with NSTS the applicant consents and authorises NSTS to is not only good fun but also enriching. Walk through the silent narrow SPOrTS and all liabilityprocess any personal data in accordance with the Data Protection Act winding streets of Mdina, peep into the grotto of Rabat where legendThere is a wide variety of land and sea sport facilities available onof Malta and to transfer/disclose such data to other companies within claims St Paul lived 2000 years ago, delve underground into the war the Island. Maltas largest sports centre (The Marsa Sports Club) is Cancellations, curtailments or changes notified or effected within the NSTS group of companies as deemed necessary for the provision shelters and experience life under siege in Vittoriosa or spend someabout 4 km (2.5 miles) south of Valletta and lists among its numerous 10 days prior to arrival are subject to EUR50 late rebooking fee. No of the services enrolled for and for the purposes associated thereto. quality time at the Great Siege Bell and gardens, perched on thefeatures an 18-hole golf course, miniature golf, 18 tennis courts, 5 refunds are permitted for failure to utilise part or all of the services.Applicant consents to be being photographerd for promotional fortifications of Valletta, taking in the view. squash courts, cricket grounds and a swimming pool. You can joinpurposes and to receiving marketing materials from NSTS and shall be the club on a weekly basis while in Malta. For golf, non-members are Fees include all that specified as incorporated in the selectedgiven the opportunity to opt from this consent according to law. ADvENTUrE welcome and clubs can be rented at the facility. service described in this brochure and NSTS is not liable for that not Improve your skills and confidence and try a new adventure activity. contained herein. This brochure and all commercial relations arising here from are Our animateurs will co-ordinate a series of exciting activities for ENvIrONmENTAL deemed to be executed through the brand NSTS of company you. Get in touch with your wild side and quench your thirst for theIt has often been said that children of today will inherit the Earth of registration C4425 of 220 St. Paul Street, Valletta, VLT 1217, Malta. outdoors. Horse riding, abseiling, wall climbing are amongst the long tomorrow. Learn more about your greener surroundings with fun, list of adventure activities on offer. For more information log on to our environmental projects and activities. You will explore the natural website: www.nsts.org world, understand and satisfy your curiosity. This will enhance your ethic of caring for the Earth and each other whilst having fun doing it!26 TEAm-BUILDINg Get better acquainted with your strengths and weaknesses. Team- INDUSTrIAL building activities are a range of challenging tasks, which are designedHow is beer made? How does reverse osmosis work? What story lies to tackle some of the issues that you face on a day-to-day basisbehind the Malta Freeport? Our activity animateurs will take you on such as time management, delegation, communication and much an unparalleled educational experience around the Maltese islands. more. These challenges will help you become more aware of yourFuel your curiosity regarding the subject and its application, learn individual strengths. You will also become more tuned with what yourmore from the places visited, expose yourself to the culture of local weaknesses entail and this will give you the opportunity to work on institutions and industries and get accustomed to the changing trends them and develop them into strengths. in todays dynamic lifestyle. You will get the chance to interact with Challenges could be combined with other social activities to provideexperts in the respective specialisations and pack up a lot of stories to the perfect, fun team building experience.share with your friends and family back home. INTErACTIvE ThE ArTS You will be an active learner in the centre of a dynamic enjoyable classExplore your creative side and capture the essence of a culture. The of international students. Through the use of communicative teachingArts give you the opportunity to hone your improvisation skills. Life methodology, you will role-play, do research, interviews, fieldwork and is improvisation after all. We respond in new ways when spontaneous projects. You will be practising your English both in class as well as on and unexpected things occur to us. It helps with building self- the many English-speaking situations outside the four walls of your confidence, speaking in public, and developing interpersonal skills to classroom to show you the fun side of the language. become more aware of how your physical presentation can affect the way people see you. So make sure to exploit Maltas arts scene which NSTS BEACh CLUB has an array of events ready for you to experience and enjoy! The Mediterranean Sea is undoubtedly Maltas best natural asset. NSTS has its own beach club offering you various exciting water sports to choose from. It is the perfect place for you to relax, enjoy a refreshing swim, laze under the glorious sun and eat a tasty snack or sip a cool drink from one of the bars. At sea you can ride the waves and show off your best tricks on wake boards, water-skis, towable tubes, water-sledges and speedboats. If on the other hand you would rather kick back and relax a little while whilst soaking up some rays then why not hire a paddleboat or canoe?! 15. WWW.NSTS.Org NSTS English Language Institute, 220 St. Paul Street, Valletta VLT1217 Malta T : (+356) 2558 8000 F: (+356) 2558 8200 E: nsts@nsts.org