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BELSSt. Pauls Bay, Malta

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

91 students - overall rating
550, St. Paul's Street - SPB 2418 St. Pauls Bay - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Location with sea views, just 2 minutes walk from the sea.
  • Learning progress guarantee.
  • E-learning platform.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 10%
18-24 years 27%
25-34 years 42%
35-50 years 16%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.

Special Offers


Location: BELS St. Paul's Bay is an English language school located in the picturesque town of St. Paul's Bay, Malta. The lively town centre of Bugibba is within a 10-minute walk of the school, ensuring that the area is ripe with eateries, shops, supermarkets, convenience stores and a range of locations for an active nightlife. The school is just a couple of minute's walk from the sea and offers great views from the classrooms.

Course selection: In addition to General English courses taught over various schedules and intensities, the school also provides all-inclusive packages all year round, immersive junior programmes throughout the summer months, Business English, Parent + Child programmes and more. Individual or two-to-one lessons are available in conjunction or independently from any other course.

Junior programmes are available during the holiday periods of Autumn, Spring and Summer.

School facilities: The school's modern premises are highlighted through their open classrooms and the natural light that enters, ensuring an optimal learning environment. The school facilities include a lounge area, a library, a games room, and a customer support desk for any questions that arise.

Accommodation: The school offers a choice of Residences within walking distance of the school. Homestay accommodations with local families are also available throughout the year.

Social and cultural: The areas surrounding BELS St. Paul's Bay are popular and offer an active nightlife. Attractions within walking distance of the school include Qawra Point Beach, the Malta National Aquarium, Bugibba Perched Beach and more.

English Courses

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General Language
General English IntensiveRecommended English courseMost Popular English course
30 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
In high demand!
Offer!from
335€319€
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General English StandardPopular English course
20 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
Offer!from
225€214€
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Bildungsurlaub Package - Residence
30 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
Offer!from
855€834€
Includes accommodation
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Package: Twin Comfort Residence (High Season)
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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379€370€
Includes accommodation
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Package: Twin Comfort Residence Plus (High Season)
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
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494€482€
Includes accommodation
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Package: Twin Superior Residence (High Season)
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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514€502€
Includes accommodation
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General English - Mini Group
20 lessons per week
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6 students (max)
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330€314€
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General English Intensive - Mini Group
30 lessons per week
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6 students (max)
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450€428€
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Junior
Junior Camp Day Programme - Course + Activities (11 to 16 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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490€466€
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Junior Camp - Residence - Easter & Autumn (11 to 16 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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885€863€
Includes accommodation
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Junior Camp - Residence - Summer (11 to 16 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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990€966€
Includes accommodation
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Young Adults General English (16 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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723€705€
Includes accommodation
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Young Adults Intensive English (16 to 17 years old)
30 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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833€813€
Includes accommodation
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Young Adults PLUS General English (17 to 19 years old)
20 lessons per week
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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1033€1008€
Includes accommodation
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Parent + Child Course - Family Programme (7 to 15 years old)
20 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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510€498€
Includes accommodation
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Online
Online Individual Lessons 10
10 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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350€333€
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Online Individual Lessons 15
15 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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375€357€
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Online Individual Lessons 20
20 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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500€475€
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Private
Individual Lessons 10
10 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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390€371€
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Individual Lessons 20
20 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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770€732€
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Individual Lessons 5
5 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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200€190€
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Semi-individual Lessons
5 lessons per week
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2 students (max)
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100€95€
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Our prices for BELS include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform

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Student opinions about BELS, St. Pauls Bay

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Overall school rating of
BELS, St. Pauls Bay
91 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Facilities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Other
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (19 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 18-30 years (21 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 31-49 years (34 ratings)
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Students 50+ years (16 ratings)
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
30 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The school was very nice. It has 2 buildings. The first building is very modern and the classes are very nice and light. There is an interactive table in each class - it was great. There is air conditioning in classes. Second building is a typical school - older type. I had enjoyed the e-learning process.”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Oct. 2017 by Štefan Bombara
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
38 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teacher assigned to me for the daily lessons has really responded to my expectations. The afternoon lesson has less responded to my needs but, over time, it was possible to meet my needs and therefore also in this case the school's response was positive.”
Review details
Other comments They need to improve (but I know that logistics aren't easy) the organization of the accommodation. Living with people of different ages (in my case I was 38 and the others 20) makes sharing the apartment, especially the management of communal areas, quite unpleasant (inability to keep it clean, in particular, but also noises and privacy)
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. Oct. 2018 by Alexia Salati
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
25 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I liked the informal atmosphere and the small size of the school, which allowed a personal relationship between teachers and students. I appreciated the careful management of the director and the teaching quality assessment carried out every week.”
Insider tip: “The target audience of the school is very diverse, both as age and as nationality, so that a comparison is made very rich and interesting.”
Review details
Other comments School serious and effective
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Aug. 2013 by Simona Rollè
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
9 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I am the father of Gian (Gian) who was the younger student of the A1 course. My son was happy with the course and with his teacher Jeremy. He appreciated the type of lessons and I realised he learned a lot of new words.”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 1 week
Review date: 10. Jul. 2017 by Gian Raffaele Ferri
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
51 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Quality of the lessons and the complete coverage of English skills(grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary). A lot of time for conversation.”
Review details
Other comments Kindness, style of all operators. Very good organization.
Course: General English Standard - 1 week
Review date: 10. Jul. 2017 by Gian Gaetano Ferri
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
32 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The mother tongue teacher (Susan)and the ease with which I moved between the accommodation and the school, that are located close by.”
Insider tip: “It is useful to print a copy of the Bels school price list, just in case there were to pay extra, to avoid errors as it happened to me”
Review details
Other comments the apartment in the residence of the school was absolutely perfect because it was near the sea and practically adjoining the school, and then easily accessible.
Course: Group 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. May. 2012 by Maria Carabini
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
48 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Very competent teacher. Very good imparting of the course material. New, good rooms. Customized group level. International students”
Insider tip: “The city Valetta! The interaction between historic city centre and new elements is very well accomplished. Anybody from tourists to diplomats cross in the smallest space. Rabatt and Medina on the main island and you should check out the museums.”
Review details
Other comments The school is really very good. I had a bit of bad luck with the private accommodation, but many were extremely pleased with the private accommodation.
Course: General English Intensive (1 Wo.) + General English Standard (1 Wo.) - 2 weeks
Review date: 8. Jul. 2015 by Ulrich Löbach
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
42 years
Liked
“This is school for adults, teenagers rarely come. The atmosphere at school is nice. The majority of people come from Europe.”
Review details
Course: General English Intensive 30 - 12 weeks
Review date: 29. Jul. 2019 by Renata Ciepluch
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
60 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Friendly atmosphere, correct approach by the teachers, stress-free learning, groups with optimum numbers of students.”
Insider tip: “When completing the level test, do not shoot at random, but skip the incomprehensible tasks.”
Review details
Other comments Friendly school, helpful staff.
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Feb. 2024 by Iwona Kalińska-Karaś
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
40 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Teachers, few students in the same class, the level of the students were similar. Teachers played interesting topics.”
Insider tip: “The weather in St. Paul's in very hot, keep that in mind. I think it would be better going in spring or autumn. there are also fewer students, furthermore the classes would be better. It was a very good experience to improve my skills. La Valetta is an a amazing city.”
Review details
Other comments I think that demanding a deposit of 100 euros in cash is excessive, since the banks charge us commissions for withdrawing money. I think they should allow paying the deposit by credit card. I think they should review the things that can go wrong in the apartment, before the student arrives.
Course: General English - Mini Group [English] - 1 week
Review date: 17. Jun. 2019 by Natalia Varela
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
16 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The fact that in a group there were not too many people, and therefore the teachers could concentrate on everyone”
Insider tip: “The basics, the rest is learned in the classroom”
Review details
Other comments I was satisfied with the experience although short
Course: General English Standard [Inglese] - 1 week
Review date: 16. Aug. 2018 by Lucrezia Dalla Fontana
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
54 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“The teacher was very open-minded and gave us additional task. She responded very well to everyone.”
Insider tip: “The class rooms are a bit small and there was only one room with a projector.”
Review details
Other comments There should be more joint activities organized to get to know each other better. In the summer there were not a lot of elderly students (50 plus) there. It would be good if some activities were customized for this generation.
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2016 by Doris Blattner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
23 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The work of administrators at the reception, the quality of teaching of some teachers (Clair)”
Insider tip: “Choose the school in Malta with a small percentage of Russian students. BELS School is one of them. ”
Review details
Course: General English Intensive - 4 weeks
Review date: 6. Jun. 2016 by Olesya Ruzanova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
46 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Everything was so straightforward. Regular meeting on Mondays for cross-class communication.”
Insider tip: “The mentioned reunion”
Review details
Course: General English Standard [Englisch] - 1 week
Review date: 31. Oct. 2018 by Mario Lange
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
30 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Clean and airconditioned facilities, and very good level of teaching and teaching materials.”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Jul. 2018 by Marko Telenius
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
62 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“All the people are very friendly! And the flats are very good!!! Thank you BELS!”
Review details
Course: General English Standard [English] - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Jan. 2024 by Roberto Palmieri
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
46 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Actuallu I liked everything. Great teachers, interesting lessons, nice atmosphere.”
Disliked
“It would be easier if every student had a name badge and a second coffee machine would be useful so that you don't have to wait the whole break in line. ”
Insider tip: “High level, interesting classes, well prepared teachers. Worth going for at least 2 weeks.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: None
Other comments The school is situated in a good location, easy access, close to the sea, close to a shop and a kiosk with good food.
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Aug. 2023 by Anna Królikowska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
16 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“You could learn on your own way and won't get forced to think another way.”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 1 week
Review date: 20. Aug. 2017 by Kimberly Vissers
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
32 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Small and quiet school. The average age suited me well (about 25-30ans)”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Aug. 2014 by Hélène Hôte
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
26 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The availability of the administration and the atmosphere in general.”
Insider tip: “If it could be a very formative experience or not it depends on you only. The school gives you all the possibility to take the maximum advantage from this experience. The best part is the numerous occasions to socialize and to use the English in real life. It is not only a school.”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 3 weeks
Review date: 13. Oct. 2014 by Giorgio Gargari
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
54 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Small groups in the classroom and inclusion in the appropriate level”
Insider tip: “Ask to be moved if they notice that the level is too high or low”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Jul. 2018 by FABIO CHEMELLO
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
48 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The availability, the kindness and the efficiency of the teachers”
Insider tip: “To use both spaces as the technological tools”
Review details
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2016 by Patrizia Sittaro
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
40 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Very well organized school with teachers who enjoy teaching.”
Review details
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Dec. 2017 by Stefanie Schüle
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
33 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Everyone knows everyone. The school is small but mighty.”
Insider tip: “All leisure activities organized by the school.”
Review details
Other comments The staff of the school is very friendly, willing to help, flexible - they have all the positive characteristics you could wish for. I will come back next year. High recommended!
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Apr. 2016 by Martina Guetg
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
14 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“Pleasant teacher (Sanja). Fun way of teaching.”
Disliked
“The composition of the groups, which does not really reflect the levels. Premises in need of refreshment. ”
Insider tip: “Nothing to declare”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: They could hand out a file, a notebook and pens.
Other comments Very expensive for the service obtained.
Course: Junior Day Programme - Course only - 1 week
Review date: 10. Aug. 2023 by Louise GUERIN
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
49 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“School is not big, friendly, good teachers.”
Review details
Other comments I'm happy and I think I'll be back there.
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Nov. 2018 by Ewa Balza-plucinska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
58 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Very nice, friendly atmosphere of teaching.”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Jan. 2024 by Halina Kasprzyk-Mazgajczyk
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
17 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“The teachers are very cheerful and amazing.”
Review details
Course: Group 20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 14. Sep. 2011 by Jesus Manuel López Márquez López Márquez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
50 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teaching methodology and the teacher”
Review details
Other comments Very professional and kind. Highly recommended.
Course: General English Standard [Inglés] - 1 week
Review date: 25. Jun. 2018 by Rosa Pastor Peña
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
36 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Availability of those who work in there”
Insider tip: “Many teachers are young but well prepared”
Review details
Course: General English Standard - 3 weeks
Review date: 18. Aug. 2015 by Salima Serafin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
See all reviews of BELS St. Pauls Bay

Ratings of BELS compared to ratings of all schools in Malta

 BELS St. Pauls BayAverage of all other schools in Malta
Overall school rating4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Value for money4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Shared flat3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

BELS

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOEAQUALSFELTOMIALCQEELT, MTA
English teacher qualifications
80% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:15
Student gender mix
33% male / 67% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at BELS and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2007
Legal name/parent company
BELS Ltd. | Tax registration ID: MT14238524

General school facilities

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Library

  • Copy machine

  • Table soccer / football

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 14

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

    • Adapted for blind students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Accessible Toilet

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 90
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 45
Junior courses - In summer: 160
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 25
Minimum age of students
16 years
11 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Junior courses In summer: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 19 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 21%
Italy 14%
France 12%
Brazil 9%
Spain 8%
Turkey 5%
Switzerland 5%
Japan 3%
Other nationalities 23%

Information for all courses offered by BELS

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
55.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 30 € per course level.
Comments about courses

No high season supplement for bookings of 12 weeks and more.

Airport transfer:
EUR 50 (arrival), EUR 30 (departure)

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 45 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 07 Jun 2024, 29 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 08 Sep 2024, 21 Sep 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 13 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 10 Feb 2025, 19 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 08 Sep 2025, 25 Sep 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full corresponding tuition fees are reimbursed
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Malta International (MLA).
More details about airports near St. Pauls Bay and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our St. Pauls Bay page. For flight comparisons to St. Pauls Bay, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
60 €
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Dancing0.5 km
Diving-
Football (soccer)-
Golf-
Horse riding-
Music-
Sailing-
Swimming-
Windsurfing-
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Welcome orientation.

Adults - Paid activities

Not published.

Junior - Free activities

As part of the Junior programmes: Music, drama, team-building activities, sport games, and more.

Junior - Paid activities

Not published.

Accommodation

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Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Twin room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0
11 ratings
from
280 €
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0
11 ratings
from
320 €
Comfort Plus Residence
Single room, No meals
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0
1 rating
from
260 €
Comfort Residence
Twin room, No meals
3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0
3 ratings
from
190 €
Superior Plus Residence
Single room, No meals
3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0
1 rating
from
360 €
Superior Residence
Twin room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0
13 ratings
from
225 €
Superior Residence
Single room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0
13 ratings
from
300 €

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Questions and answers about BELS

  • “If you plan to arrive or depart outside the standard check-in / check-out times, please contact us and we will ask the school if they can make an exception.
    All the apartments of the school include utensils so you will be able to prepare your own meals.    ”
    Antonio, Area Manager from LCN - Apr 28, 2022
  • “Of course, during your private lessons you can work on the topics that interest you most.
    When sending your reservation to the school, we will let the school know what specific topics you would like to focus on.    ”
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 25, 2022
  • “Private lessons are additional lessons held at school. During these lessons, the teacher will focus only on the topics that interest you - this provides a personalized course, which is not possible during group lessons.
    ”
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 28, 2022
  • “The school offers two conversation courses: one as a standard course and the other as a mini group. These can be taken as stand alone courses, or as an add-on to a general English course. ”
    Carolyne Tomisson, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 31, 2022
  • “If you need a desk to study/work, I recommend the Superior Plus residence which is the only one equipped with desks in the room.”
    Paulina, from - Apr 05, 2023
  • “The Standard course has lessons between 9:00 and 12:15 and Intensive between 9:00 and 14:15 approximately.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
  • “Yes, in summer a programme of activities is included. Activities are not included in the Young Adult programme outside of the high season. You can book some extra activities at the reception that are available to all students.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
  • “There is a maximum of 4 students in the room but most of the rooms are twin or triple.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 13, 2023
  • “There is a small cafeteria close by where students can get something to eat or they can bring their own food as well.”
    Paulina, from BELS Malta - Jul 27, 2023
  • “Activities begin after afternoon classes. This leaves enough time for the intensive course and activities.”
    Paulina, from BELS Malta - Jul 27, 2023
    • “All of our teachers are qualified to teach English, having obtained a TEFL or CELTA certificate. Our teachers come from all over the world, most of them from England, Ireland, Wales and Malta.
      We teach British English but of course each teacher has a different accent depending on where they are from. They still teach British English pronunciation in their classes.      ”
      Arianna, Director of Studies - St. Paul's Bay from BELS Malta - Aug 31, 2023
    • “The registration fee is normally valid for one year. This means that if you take another course within a year, the registration fee will not be charged again. Languagecourse.Net also offers an extra discount for returning students.”
      Tanja, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 01, 2024
    • “Please note that when the visa is refused, we give a full refund excluding registration fees, visa fees and any bank charges.”
      Paulina Serafin, Administrative Executive from BELS, St Pauls Bay,Malta - Nov 20, 2024
    • “With regards to postponements these are not a problem as soon as we are informed in advance, 30 euro fee might apply for the postponement.”
      Paulina Serafin, Administrative Executive from BELS, St Pauls Bay,Malta - Nov 20, 2024

FAQ about BELS, St. Pauls Bay

  • “Yes, the school can create a personalized programme for your group. Please contact one of our agent with your group details in order to receive a personalized quote.”
    Lisa Lebret, language travel agent from LanguageCourse.net - Sep 08, 2022
  • “You can take the 5 individual lesson package over four weeks. The 10 lessons bundle is valid for eight weeks. 20 private lessons are to be used in 16 weeks of your start date. ”
    Carolyne Tomisson, School Partner Relations from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 31, 2022
  • “The maximum recommended duration of staying in a homestay is 11 weeks. If you want to stay for 12 weeks or more in a homestay, it will be best to divide your stay between their campus in St Paul's Bay and their school in Gozo. ”
    Carolyne Tomisson, School Partner Relations from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 31, 2022
  • “If you are not happy, it is important that you speak to your teacher immediately and he/she may be able to make some changes to the course. You can also get in touch with your manager at Languagecourse.net and let him or her know how you feel. If you let us know what the problem is as soon as possible, we can work with you to try to find a solution to the problem.”
    Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 16, 2023
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • BELS offers courses from 7 years to 99. Average age is 19 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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