FELTOM welcomes initiative to improve English language proficiency in schools

The Federation of English Language Teaching Organisations Malta (FELTOM) has welcomed recent news that Cambridge University will be collaborating with the government to seek ways to improve English proficiency in Malta’s schools.

"As Malta’s Federation representing English language teaching organisations, FELTOM has always advocated in favour of securing the highest standards in the teaching of English as a language," the federation said in a press release. 

Beyond the infrastructural improvements that contribute towards a better overall product, proficiency in the spoken and written English language remains a priority, which is often overlooked.

"As a country, Malta has always acknowledged that our proficiency in English has always been a key factor in promoting Malta as an ideal destination both for leisure and for business and investment purposes."

Retaining competitiveness involves improving proficient communication with those who visit and who want to establish business networks.

"At FELTOM, we constantly ensure that standards are of a high level. Our schools are constantly investing in the best English language tutors and as FELTOM, our accreditation system to includes teaching and learning standards."

FELTOM’s member schools contribute to over 85% of persons who visit Malta purposely to study English. These visits, which last year increased by another 3.41% to 77,550 students, reflect the importance that this sector has to Malta’s overall tourism product.

Over and above this, the sector also sees the involvement of around 2,300 gainfully occupied people as well as over 1,000 licensed families who host students in their homes. 

FELTOM reiterates its position and willingness to contribute and support this Government initiative to improve English in schools.