Berlitz | English Language Academy Malta

What Berlitz | English Language Academy Malta does

English Language Academy (ELA) Malta is an English-language teaching school founded in 1988 in St. Julians, Malta, and operating under the Berlitz brand since 2023 as a licensed partner center of Berlitz Corporation. The school delivers instruction using the proprietary Berlitz Method, an immersive teaching framework, across 13 classrooms equipped with Promethean interactive boards, supported by ~15 staff. It serves individual learners (adults, juniors/teens, and a dedicated Adults 50+ segment), corporate clients, and institutionally funded cohorts including Erasmus+ and Bildungsurlaub participants.

The school operates a course-portfolio business model spanning short-term General English (from €210/week), intensive courses, private lessons, exam preparation (IELTS, Cambridge), online options, and 2026 Summer Camp residence packages priced up to €1,985 for two weeks. Go-to-market relies on the Berlitz global referral network of 550+ centers in 70+ countries, an international education-agent channel, and direct B2C acquisition, with source markets diversified across Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia Pacific. The school is accredited by FELTOM, the ELT Council, NCFHE, and recognized under the German Bildungsurlaub scheme.

ELA Malta has served over 32,000 students cumulatively and maintains a 5/5 star rating. It is part of the SMS Group portfolio. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; operating scale (13 classrooms, ~15 staff) and published pricing point to an annualized run-rate in the low single-digit millions USD, with material seasonality around the European summer peak. There is no disclosed AI/ML capability; the school remains a teacher-led, in-person delivery operation.

Name

Berlitz | English Language Academy Malta

Legal name

English Language Academy Ltd

Website

https://elamalta.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Berlitz ELA Malta is an English-language school in St. Julians, Malta, founded 1988, delivering Berlitz Method courses to individuals, juniors, corporate clients, and Erasmus+/Bildungsurlaub-funded learners across 13 classrooms under the Berlitz global network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Language Education Services

NAICS

Language Schools (611630), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

General Language Schools (Multi-Language) (EDAIAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Exam Preparation Language Programs (IELTS/TOEFL/DELE/DALF/HSK, etc.) (EDAIAEAD), Language School Accommodation & Student Services (School-Provided) (EDAIAEAO), English Test Preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo English Test, etc.) (EDAAACAJ)

Keywords

• English language courses
• Language training Malta
• Immersive language education
• Exam preparation courses
• Business English training

Headquarters

HQ city

St. Julians

HQ country

Malta

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Core revenue from English language courses. Various course types and intensities available (20, 30, or 60 lessons per week). Prices range from €210/week for General English to premium Total Immersion courses.
2. Accommodation Packages: Bundled accommodation with tuition including homestay, shared apartments, student residences, and hotels. Part of comprehensive study abroad packages.
3. Private Lessons: One-to-one tailored lessons for individual needs. Topics include Aviation, Travel, Tourism, Business Management, Exam Preparation, Hospitality, Medicine, and more.
4. Activity Programmes: Cultural tours, excursions, and leisure activities offered as add-ons or included in camp packages. Activities include Gozo tours, wine tasting, boat trips, and sightseeing.
5. Exam Fees: Registration and preparation for international exams including IELTS, Cambridge (FCE, CAE, CPE), TOEFL, TOEIC. Includes Cambridge exam dates for 2026.
6. Airport Transfers: Arrival and departure transfer services for students. Drivers wait up to one hour from landing time.
7. Visa Administration: Visa processing assistance and administration fee of €50 per application or extension.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Berlitz | English Language Academy Malta delivers immersive English language courses in St. Julian's, Malta, using the proprietary Berlitz Method. The school provides General English, Business English, Exam Preparation (IELTS, Cambridge, TOEFL, TOEIC), Private One-to-One Lessons, and Total Immersion programmes, supplemented by junior summer/winter camps, Adults 50+ programmes, Erasmus+ and Bildungsurlaub funded training, and corporate language programmes. Wrap-around services include accommodation, airport transfers, visa administration, cultural activities, and an online English placement test for level assignment.

Product overview

Berlitz | English Language Academy Malta is an educational services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of English language courses and programs. The core offering centers on the Berlitz Method, a globally recognized immersive language learning approach. The portfolio comprises General English, Business English, Exam Preparation (IELTS, Cambridge, TOEFL), Private One-to-One Lessons, and Total Immersion programs as primary offerings. Supplementary products include Electives 10 professional add-on modules, specialized programs for Adults 50+, Juniors/Teens (13-17 years), and seasonal camps (Easter, Summer, Autumn). The company also provides Erasmus+ and Bildungsurlaub funded programs, Corporate Training, and Language Courses (German, Spanish, French, Italian, Maltese). Supporting services include accommodation arrangements, airport transfers, leisure activities, and an online placement test. The product architecture functions as a unified educational platform with modular add-ons rather than separate standalone products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General English Course Comprehensive English language course covering grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking, with 20 or 30 lessons per week for adults, teens, and groups seeking immersive language improvement.
• Business English Course Professional English language training focused on workplace communication including negotiations, presentations, professional correspondence, and business vocabulary, for professionals, expats, entrepreneurs, and job seekers.
• Exam Preparation Courses Preparation courses for internationally recognised English exams including IELTS, Cambridge (FCE, CAE, CPE), TOEFL, and TOEIC, with maximum 8 students per class and intensive in-depth strategies.
• Private Individual One-to-One Lessons Tailored one-to-one English lessons customised to individual learner needs and interests, available in 20, 30, or 40 lesson packages or as add-ons to group courses.
• Total Immersion Intensive Individual Courses Intensive immersive language programme combining one-to-one lessons, business lunches, self-study, and lessons with two instructors simultaneously, delivering 12 lessons per day (60 lessons per week), developed with McGill University's Department of Psychology.
• Erasmus+ English Language Training EU-funded English language programmes for students, teachers, youth workers, and educational institutions, with documentation support, accommodation, cultural activities, and Europass Mobility certification.
• Bildungsurlaub Malta German government-funded educational leave programme offering intensive English courses recognised in 10 German federal states (Berlin, Brandenburg, Bremen, Hamburg, Hessen, Niedersachsen, Rheinland-Pfalz, Saarland, Schleswig-Holstein, Thüringen).
• Language Courses (German, Spanish, French, Italian, Maltese) Foreign language instruction in German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Maltese for beginners using the Berlitz Method, offered as 9-week evening programmes twice weekly.
• Adults 50+ Programme Specialised English language programme for mature learners (50+) combining General English instruction with cultural immersion activities, social excursions, and comfortable accommodation options.
• Juniors 13-17 Years Programme English language courses for teenagers aged 13-17, including seasonal camps (Easter and Summer) with interactive lessons, cultural excursions, and fully supervised activities.
• Easter Camp Residential Easter holiday camp for young learners (13-17 years) combining General English lessons with cultural activities, excursions, and accommodation in homestay or residence options.
• Summer Camp in Malta 2026 Two-week immersive English summer camp for teens (13-17 years) with General English lessons, beach activities, watersports, trips to Blue Lagoon, Gozo, and Valletta.
• Autumn Breaks for Teens Autumn half-term English programme for youth groups (13-17 years) combining General English 20 lessons with guided activities and cultural tours.
• Closed Groups Customised English language programmes for pre-formed closed groups (school groups, teacher training groups, youth groups, university and VET participants) available year-round with complete packages.
• Corporate Training Bespoke business language training programmes for corporate teams including English for Business Purposes, English Foundation for Skills Pass (industry certification), and Advanced Language Skills, with industry-specific customisation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 32,000 students have trusted ELA Malta since 1988
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, regional and minor.

• Berlitz CorporationflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023English Language Academy (ELA) joined the Berlitz family in 2023, combining local 35+ year expertise with global Berlitz brand and methodology. This partnership provides access to Berlitz Method, training programmes, materials, and international recognition.
• SMS GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnglish Language Academy Ltd is owned by SMS Group. 'A Proud Member of the SMS Group' as stated on their website. SMS Group provides corporate oversight and support.
• FELTOM (Federation of English Language Teaching Organisations Malta)coreOthersNational association ensuring quality and professionalism across accredited English language schools in Malta. FELTOM accreditation is a testament to commitment to excellence in teaching standards, student welfare, and school facilities.
• ELT Council MaltacoreOthersGovernment body that licenses English language teaching institutions in Malta. Berlitz ELA is officially licensed by the ELT Council.
• NCFHE (National Commission for Further and Higher Education)coreOthersMalta's regulatory body for further and higher education. NCFHE recognition ensures educational quality standards are maintained.
• Erasmus+ ProgrammecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Union's leading educational programme sponsors international learning experiences. Berlitz ELA offers Erasmus+ compliant English language programmes suitable for student mobility, teacher training, and youth projects.
• German Government (Bildungsurlaub)regionalOthersGerman government initiative providing paid educational leave for employees. Berlitz ELA is recognised in 10 German federal states as an approved provider for English language training under this programme.
• McGill University Department of PsychologyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with McGill University (Montreal) in developing the Total Immersion programme, providing research-backed methodology for intensive language learning.
• Skills Pass MaltaminorOthersBerlitz ELA offers English for Skills Pass programme, a specialised certification for hospitality and tourism sectors in Malta, recognised by employers.
• EuropassminorOthersProvides Europass Mobility documentation for Erasmus+ participants, documenting learning outcomes and competencies gained during mobility experiences.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Wall Street English: Global premium English language school chain with proprietary blended-learning methodology. Operates in many countries targeting adult professionals seeking flexible business English, partially overlapping with ELA Malta's Business English and Corporate Training segments.
• Linguaphone: Heritage language training brand (founded 1901) offering self-study products, online courses, and licensed language schools globally. Comparable heritage and methodology positioning to Berlitz and an adjacent competitor in adult language learning.
• EF Education First: One of the world's largest private education companies offering language schools, academic programmes, and cultural exchange. Operates in Malta and globally with much larger scale and broader portfolio than ELA Malta, but overlaps materially in immersive English language travel.

Direct peers

• inlingua Malta: Part of the global inlingua network of language schools, operating in Malta with comparable English course offerings, business training, and translation services. Targets similar international and corporate clientele in the same market.
• EC English Language Centres: Operates a global network of English language schools, including multiple centres in St. Julian's, Malta. Closest direct competitor with similar product mix (General English, exam prep, juniors, accommodation packages) targeting international students in the same destination.
• International House Malta: Independent English language school in Malta affiliated with the International House World Organisation network. Offers General English, exam preparation, and teacher training courses competing directly with ELA Malta for international students in the same destination.
• Gateway School of English: Independent Malta-based English language school offering courses to international students including General English, Business English, and exam preparation. Comparable size and product focus to ELA Malta, serving the same niche market in Malta.
• Kaplan International Languages: Global English language school operator with locations across multiple countries including Malta. Offers comparable programmes (General English, exam prep, Business English, long-term courses) and competes for the same international student segment.
• English Path (Malta): English language school with a strong presence in Malta targeting international students with similar course offerings including General English, exam preparation, and junior programmes. Operates in the same St. Julian's/Sliema student hub as ELA Malta.
• ACE English Malta: Malta-based English language school offering General English, exam preparation, and junior programmes. Operates in the same competitive market as ELA Malta and competes for the same international student demographic with similar product positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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