About Feltom - Leading English Language Education in Malta

About us

FELTOM: Elevating English Language Education in Malta

Federation of English Language Teaching Organisations Malta (FELTOM) is the driving force behind high standards in English language education across the country.

Established on December 5, 1989, by a group of forward-thinking language schools, FELTOM has played a key role in shaping the industry for over 35 years.

What do we do?

As a self-regulating nonprofit organization , FELTOM is dedicated to:
✔ Setting and maintaining quality standards across accredited English language schools
✔ Promoting professionalism within the language education sector
✔ Ensuring student welfare by advocating for ethical and high-quality learning environments
✔ Collaborating with authorities to uphold Malta’s reputation as a top destination for English language learning

Our commitment to excellence

FELTOM’s accreditation is a mark of quality, representing institutions that meet rigorous educational, ethical, and service standards. Through continuous improvement, we help ensure that students receive a rewarding and enriching language-learning experience.

By working closely with schools, educators, and stakeholders, we remain committed to advancing the industry and strengthening Malta’s position as a leading hub for English language education and enriched learning experience.

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Key Activities

1. Quality Assurance

We are dedicated to maintaining academic excellence while ensuring a safe, supportive, and enriching experience for students.

In 2006, we launched the FELTOM accreditation Scheme, setting rigorous standards that have been upheld for over 18 years. This scheme ensures that accredited institutions meet and exceed expectations in:
✔ Student safety and welfare
✔ High-quality academic standards
✔ Clear and reliable information
✔ Engaging social and leisure activities

Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to refine and enhance these standards, reinforcing our role as a leader in English language education quality assurance.

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Ensuring Quality & Excellence in English Language Education

For over 35 years, FELTOM has been at the forefront of English language education in Malta, setting the benchmark for quality assurance, student welfare, and professional teaching standards.

Through our accreditation scheme, advocacy efforts, and global partnerships, we continue to support Malta’s top English language schools, ensuring students receive an exceptional learning experience in a safe, professional, and dynamic environment.

As the only officially recognised ELT association in Malta, we remains dedicated to driving growth, innovation, and excellence within the TEFL sector in Malta.

Whether you’re a student looking to study English in Malta, a language school aiming for accreditation, or an industry professional seeking collaboration, we are committed to upholding the highest standards in English language teaching.

Want to learn more about our accreditation and member schools? Explore our website, follow us on socials and stay in touch.

Accreditation Member schools

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2. Advocacy

Advocacy is at the heart of FELTOM’s mission. As one of our core pillars, we are dedicated to shaping legislation and regulations that protect and support our 14 member schools while driving the growth of the TEFL sector in Malta.

Recognized under the ELTC legislation (Legal Notice of 2015), FELTOM is the only official ELT association in Malta. We work closely with legislators, government bodies, foreign agents, and industry stakeholders to develop policies that enhance professionalism and strengthen the industry.

A key milestone in our advocacy efforts was our pivotal role in establishing the world’s first law regulating English language schools. This groundbreaking achievement underscores our commitment to ensuring high standards and positioning Malta as a leading dewtination for English language education.

With FELTOM leading the way, the future of English language education in Malta continues to evolve, setting new benchmarks for quality and excellence.

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Since its founding, FELTOM has been a leading advocate for Malta’s TEFL sector, working closely with legislators, government bodies, internacional agents, and key industry stakeholders to drive its growth and development.

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FELTOM was instrumental in creating the world’s first law regulating English language schools. It remains the only officially recognised ELT association in Malta, as stated in the ELTC Legislation (Legal Notice 221 of 2015).

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For 35 years, FELTOM has been a trusted advocatefor the English language industry, fostering growth and positioning Malta as a top destination for high-quality English language education.

3. Marketing & Promotion

We take a strategic and dynamic approach to marketing and promotion, ensuring that Malta remains a top destinationfor English language learning. Our efforts focus on:

✔ Targeted marketing campaigns that engage audiences at key touchpoints
✔ Participation in major international fairs to showcase Malta’s excellence in ELT
✔ Building strong partnerships with international agents and industry stakeholders
✔ Promoting FELTOM-accredited schools as leaders in quality education
✔ Publishing insightful editorials in leading industry publications
✔ Hosting workshops and conferences that contribute to professional development
✔ Facilitating industry networking events to foster collaboration
✔ Positioning Malta as a safe, professional, and high-quality learning destination
✔ Driving continuous growth in the English language education sector
✔ Creating valuable opportunities for students, educators, and institutions

Through these initiatives, FELTOM strengthens the global reputation of Malta’s ELT industry, ensuring continued excellence and innovation in English language education.