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BELSGozo, Malta

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

110 students - overall rating
Triq ta’ Doti, Kerċem - KCM1721 Gozo - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Gozo is ideal if you are looking for relaxation and tranquility
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 1%
18-24 years 7%
25-34 years 25%
35-50 years 53%
>50 years 14%
The average age outside summer is 8 years higher than in summer.

Special Offers


Location: BELS Gozo is an English language school located on the relaxed and scenic Maltese island of Gozo. The school is housed in the countryside, surrounded by picturesque scenes and is only a short 20-minute bus journey from the island's capital, Victoria. The remote and secluded site of the school is perfect for students looking for a relaxed and tranquil time whilst studying.

Course selection: In addition to General English courses taught over various schedules and intensities, the school also provides several programmes inclusive of accommodation. These programmes are also suitable for Erasmus+ and Bildungsurlaub students. Business English and Mini Group programmes are also readily available throughout the year. Individual lessons are available in conjunction with or independently from any other course.

School facilities: The rural location of BELS Gozo offers students a unique and homely experience. The facilities include a garden, rooftop terrace, lounge area, a library, free after-class access to language learning software and a student support desk for any questions or queries that arise. Free WIFI and parking are available for all students of the school.

Accommodation: The school partners with many local accommodation providers and offers accommodation in Residence and Homestay all year around.

Social and cultural: The school is happy to assist students with organising activities and excursions they would like to take part in. Typical activities organised through the school include horse riding, diving, sailing, windsurfing and yoga.

English Courses

General Language
Online
Private

Our prices for BELS include

  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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Student opinions about BELS, Gozo

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of
BELS, Gozo
110 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Facilities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Other
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (3 ratings)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Students 18-30 years (11 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 31-49 years (44 ratings)
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Students 50+ years (47 ratings)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The best thing about the school was the location, size and service. Placement - quiet and beautiful surroundings, perfect setting for learning Size - few students in each class, quickly became acquainted with other students, incredibly good environment, as a family. Service - incredibly helpful, was always greeted with a smile, one got the impression that "everything" could be solved. Impressed with how they solve that we as students enter the class with such different backgrounds / skills, as well as the duration of how long they have been going to school. Some one week others for 6 months.
Disliked
The teachers practice very different pedagogies, so it has been an advantage that I have had three weeks with teachers during this period, but I would prefer a more uniform practice. Some teachers give little (or no) feedback when we say wrong, some (one) teacher also gives little room for active participation / interactivity. While others are very good at motivating, including and correcting. I personally learn very little from listening and/or continuing to use the wrong words or statements. That is why I have chosen to continue with private lessons.
Insider tip: If they are going to go to school over a longer period (more than 3 weeks), I recommend that they book only for a few weeks to get to know their own level and needs, and then book the type of teaching that best suits them for the remaining weeks.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The morning classes were very good, but I got little out of the afternoon classes.
Other comments The staff deserves a big salute !!
Course: General English Intensive [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Nov. 2021 by Heidi Haave
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The first week was great because I had an excellent teacher (5 stars) who knew all of the teaching tricks. You were highly motivated. In the second week I experienced the exact opposite after a teacher change (1 star). Hence only three stars for the quality of the teaching.
Insider tip: Visit to the Opera in Victoria. It was phenomenal.
Review details
Course: General English Standard Group Course [Englisch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Ulrike Moeller
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers are great, as well as all the staff of the school. They are always friendly and helpful. Teachers try to explain everything in a way that it is clear to everyone, give advice on where to go in your free time.
Insider tip: Pay attention to the school location. The bus goes only once per hour and therefore it is better to choose accommodation near the school or to rent a car. I chose not to use the bus and walked from the apartment I rented on my own. It took about 40 minutes, but the beautiful weather and amazing views along the way made the time pleasant.
Review details
Course: General English Standard Group Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 13. Nov. 2017 by Olga Latysheva
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Very good reception and follow-up by Raian. Professor Magda was very involved so that the new students could understand everything she was explaining. She made it very easy to understand her.
Insider tip: Enjoyed the experience of living with colleagues from many different countries.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The experience has been pleasant although it has cost us a lot to pronounce and conjugate the verbs.
Other comments The involvement with students by management in Gozo is much more personalized while in St Paul's it is much colder.
Course: General English Standard  - 9 weeks
Review date: 27. Dec. 2019 by Anna Mª Pontnou Olivella
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Good alternation between language input (vocabulary and grammar) and usage in convincingly faked conversations in small groups. She, the teacher, was a convincing language role model.
Disliked
None
Insider tip: Longer stay recommended
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Course participants were all at a similar level; level was appropriate
Other comments Very friendly and helpful
Course: General English Standard [Englisch] - 1 week
Review date: 11. Jul. 2023 by Petra Tschoepe
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
British teacher, intensive program, group-mates were mostly German-speaking so I was not able to use my native language and practised English even more.
Insider tip: School's location can be not so perfect if you are going to use public transport. Nearest bus stop is 500 meters from the school.
Review details
Other comments They can give you a lot of useful information about the island and help you find an apartment or transport. School personnel are really friendly.
Course: General English Standard Group Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Nov. 2016 by Andrii Shakhov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
I especially enjoyed the organization and the content of the course really adults' oriented. Excellent teaching and social skills of the teachers.
Review details
Course: General English Standard Group Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Jun. 2015 by Maria Pianezzola
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Quiet location, good leisure activities, easy to reach depending on the location of the accommodation. Very friendly teachers and good support
Review details
Course: General English Intensive - Mini group - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. Oct. 2018 by Michael Menzel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The people there are very friendly and open. You feel welcome and comfortable. The school building and ambience are also very nice.
Disliked
It's a bit old school in terms of the curriculum there. Grammar and tests are considered very important. At times I felt reminded of very old school methods. It was better in the afternoon. The course was advertised as "fluency".
But if you hadn't booked this, you were actually cramming grammar the whole time.....
Review details
Course: General English Intensive [Englisch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Sep. 2022 by Elisabeth Horstmann-Neu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The facilities for renting a bicycle, make an excursion. There is information to go anywhere: timetables, buses, ferries ...
Review details
Other comments They provide a good platform to practice English in a relaxed way but the effort of speaking English is always yours.
Course: GE Standard Group Course (Morning) - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Aug. 2010 by Eva Vila
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Small school, great location, helpful team, class of 5 students, students all 40-70 years old, teacher very empathetic.
Disliked
Nothing, requests were fulfilled in an uncomplicated way. Except that I had to book the expensive transfer, although it was possible to tick the option "no transfer" on the internet. I found that dishonest.
Insider tip: Speak English with each other at all times during free time!
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Good progress, ideal group, discipline, openness, humour, variety
Other comments Gozo: Ideal for 35-70 year old participants
Course: General English - Mini Group - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. May. 2023 by Kathrin Kaufmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Relaxed atmosphere, good courses, teachers, Friday evenings with other students at the restaurant, very cool.
Insider tip: Walking around the area. A host family is good because you have no choice but talking English. I had a very good family.
Review details
Other comments February-March can be cold, bring warm clothes. Because houses are not heated or just a little. The school, on the other hand, was well heated.
Course: GE Standard Group Course (Morning) - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Mar. 2011 by Mireille Jolivet
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The courses fun and interesting, the dynamism, and availability of the team always smiling and pleasant.
Review details
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Apr. 2018 by PASCAL BERGER
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Small and well organized school. Prepared teachers and attentive staff ready to satisfy requests.
Review details
Other comments Reliability and competence
Course: General English Intensive [Inglese] - 2 weeks
Review date: 28. Jun. 2018 by Deborah Peretti
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Liked
The fact that it is located on Gozo. Unfortunately - this is the only advantage of the school :(
Insider tip: Deciding on BELS, it is worth considering that it is a small school, located off the beaten track - difficult communication with the rest of the island, everywhere far away. The school is mainly selected by people aged 40+ and its organization seems to be adapted primarily to the needs of this age group. Unfortunately, the level of classes is not adapted to the actual skills of the student (although the school is doing a test earlier). Teachers have no experience and competence (very young people). No extracurricular activities, despite the fact that the website is strongly promoted.
Review details
Course: General English Intensive - 1 week
Review date: 12. Aug. 2018 by Adrianna Lubiniecka
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The equipment of classes, the level of teaching, the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Disliked
None
Insider tip: Accommodation should preferably be booked in advance.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: I got what I wanted.
Other comments A perfect combination of study and leisure
Course: General English Standard [English] - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Nov. 2023 by Luka Kondratenko
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Very informal, friendly contact persons, I was able to change my course without any problems.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Good to very good.
Other comments Many, many thanks to Ryan, Rafa and Kadir.
Course: General English Standard - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. Oct. 2024 by Regine Gudat
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
- The teacher was very good. - The organization of the class. - Tiered distribution.
Insider tip: - Use own means of transport to get around the island of Gozo.
Review details
Course: General English Standard Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 24. Aug. 2016 by Carlos Garcés Zarzalejo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
My teacher was extremely great. Very interactive lessons and learning was fun.
Disliked
The location of the school was not ideal.
Insider tip: The boat trip to Comino.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Top
Course: General English Standard  - 3 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2024 by Birgit Teurezbacher
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The average age of the students is somewhat higher, but the teaching is good.
Disliked
Somewhat isolated, difficult to reach by bus.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good
Course: General English Intensive - Mini Group - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Oct. 2023 by Michael Menzel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The seriousness of the teacher and all the staff and didactic professionalism
Insider tip: Your English gets better with bels
Review details
Course: Private tuition 10 - 1 week
Review date: 3. Sep. 2018 by Anna Sirica
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Small, cosy school, small classes, good lessons, various leisure activities.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good, learnt a lot.
Course: General English Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. Nov. 2024 by Michael Menzel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The niceness of the teachers, the ease of solving problem by the staff
Insider tip: That the venue is a little out of the way and there is no place to have a snack around, as the lunch break is very short
Review details
Course: General English Standard 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Jul. 2018 by Barbara Borsato
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Exciting students with diverse life experiences. Good teaching.
Disliked
The school is located quite outside of Victoria and is difficult to get to on the narrow streets with no real sidewalks and a lot of traffic.
Review details
Course: General English Intensive - 1 week
Review date: 4. Oct. 2021 by Tobias Wenkemann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Hi, the building is very nice, and the teachers are qualified.
Insider tip: That the school is decentralized so if you are not staying in Kercem it is problematic to travel by public transport. I recommend nearby accommodation or in Victoria.
Review details
Course: Curso di Pomeriggio (12.45 - 14.15) 10 Lessons - 1 week
Review date: 6. Sep. 2018 by Francesca De Medio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The small classes in the low season, the dedicated teachers!
Review details
Other comments Accommodation (if it should not be a host family) looking on site! They are some avalaible for all categories and prices.
Course: General English Intensive - 4 weeks
Review date: 10. Apr. 2017 by Maud Merholz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
A very relaxed family atmosphere. The age cut was optimal.
Disliked
The accessibility by bus is not ideal. Apart from that, I have no points of criticism.
Insider tip: Meet with other students in free time to communicate further in English.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good teacher, very entertaining and varied.
Other comments Top organised. Very friendly staff from the management to the teachers to the reception.
Course: General English Intensive - 1 week
Review date: 3. Oct. 2023 by Claudia Linder
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
All the people of the school were very nice and helpful.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: During the week the lessons became much better. we had a nice time together
Other comments A very nice school to spend more than one week!!
Course: General English Intensive - 1 week
Review date: 1. Oct. 2019 by Maud Coenegracht
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Friendly, good teachers. I have learned something again
Insider tip: Discover the island of Gozo, walk around the island (48 km), do many excursions and join the free time program of the school.
Review details
Other comments The Bels School is SUPER, recommendable without any reservation
Course: General English - Mini Group - 1 week
Review date: 19. Jun. 2017 by Karl Heinzer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Extremely nice welcome and very helpful at all times!
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The number of participants with 11, respectively 12 in the second week, was clearly too high.
Course: General English Standard  - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Jun. 2023 by Thomas Sticklies
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of BELS compared to ratings of all schools in Malta

 BELS GozoAverage of all other schools in Malta
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

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 money4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

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
ALTOEAQUALSFELTOMIALCQEPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalELT Malta Council
English teacher qualifications
20% hold a university degree
80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
38% male / 62% female
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1997
Legal name/parent company
BELS Ltd. | Tax registration ID: MT14238524

General school facilities

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Library

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Laundry (paid)

  • Internship placement guidance service (paid)

  • 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: 8

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Adapted for blind students

    • Adapted for deaf students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Additional comment about facilities of school
* NO PC workstations

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 32 years
Throughout the year: 40 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 22%
Italy 14%
France 14%
Switzerland 12%
Spain 8%
Korea 5%
Japan 4%
Brazil 3%
Netherlands 3%
Turkey 2%
Other nationalities 13%

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 or more.

Airport transfer:
EUR 65 (arrival), EUR 55 (departure)
What's included?

  • Online English Level Test
  • Registration Fee
  • Course Material
  • Courses
  • Online Resources
  • Virtual Reality Classes
  • Weekly Progress Tests
  • Digital Certificate of Attendance
  • Student Card and Discounts
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 30 €. 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 - 07 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 number of lost classes are made up
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 Gozo and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Gozo page. For flight comparisons to Gozo, 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
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Cooking
Diving
Football (soccer)
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Sailing
Squash
Swimming
Windsurfing
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Fireworks
- Festivals: Sweet tooth festival, Citadella by candlelight (scheduled events).

Adults - Paid activities

- Local farmhouse dinner
- Sunset Boat trip
- Kayak tour
- Wine Tasting.

Accommodation

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  • The Superior PLUS rooms have an ensuite and a desk and are more spacious than the BASIC rooms which have a shared bathroom. There is a large table in the common area where students can study together.
    Ryan, from - Apr 05, 2023
  • The average age at the school at the school in Gozo is slightly higher than on other schools on Malta. According to the school, it is around 30 years old in the summer and around 40 years old the rest of the year.
    Tanja, Area Manager German from BELS, Gozo - May 04, 2023
  • Best arrival airport is Malta International (MLA). Please note: Booking of transfer on arrival is compulsory for all types of accommodation.
    Tanja, Area Manager German from BELS, Gozo - May 04, 2023
  • She will have to come to school by bus.
    Ryan, from BELS Gozo - May 04, 2023
  • Yes, the school also offers courses for the Erasmus+ programme.
    Tanja, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 07, 2023
  • Yes, we still charge the registration fee and course material fee.
    Ryan, from BELS Gozo - Jul 20, 2023
  • Yes, the teachers can help you with your individual request. 15 private lessons are usually held from 12:45 onwards.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 20, 2023
  • The registration fee is valid for 1 year, during this period the fee does not have to be paid again.
    Tanja, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 05, 2024
  • Being August/Summer I would recommend Xlendi Bay. In Xlendi there is a nice rocky beach, various restaurants, cafeterias and closer to Victoria.
    Marsalforn would be a good option too – more places to swim in the area and more restaurant.
    From both Xlendi and Marsalforn there is a direct bus to Victoria and then from Victoria she will need to take the bus to Kercem where the school is located.
    Victoria is the capital where there is the main bus station and all the shops. From Victoria she will just need to take 1 bus to school.
    If you prefer to be near the sea being August then I recommend Xlendi or Marsalforn, however then you will have a longer way to school since she will need to take 2 buses.
    Ryan, Adminstration from BELS, Gozo - Apr 02, 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 Gozo - Nov 21, 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 Gozo - Nov 21, 2024
    • Regarding the transfer, the arrival transfer is mandatory, as the driver will personally hand over the keys to the residence.
      However, the departure transfer is optional, and the students are welcome to make their own arrangements for that.
      Marie, Administrative Assistant from BELS Gozo - Nov 27, 2024

FAQ about BELS, Gozo

  • BELS Gozo offers two types of accommodation: residence and homestay. Homestay is the option that I recommend for a true, full-on immersion experience. It's also included the half board, then you also get to keep practicing around the dinner table, learning much more about the culture and traditions than you would otherwise.
    Rubén De Haro, Area Manager - Spanish from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 05, 2022
  • Residences are situated within 15 to 20 minutes walk of the school.
    Melanie Besnard, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 05, 2023
  • Yes, there is a test before arrival. The school needs the test latest Tuesday prior to the start date.
    Please note that unless the test reaches us on the Tuesday prior to the course commencement date, the studetns will have to sit for the test upon arrival at the school, thus missing 90 minutes of class/teacher contact time.
    Marie, Adminstration from BELS, Gozo - Jul 24, 2024
  • 20% of teachers at BELS hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at BELS comes from Germany with a 22% representation, followed by students from France (14%) and Italy (14%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • BELS offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 32 during the summer and 40 for the rest of the year.

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