FELTOM was established on 5th December 1989 as a non-profit association and, 35 years later, it continues to thrive. It is a membership-based organisation with, currently, 14 ELT independent schools across Malta and Gozo.
Those affiliated with the dynamic Federation of English Language Teaching Organisations Malta (FELTOM) experience linguistic excellence. Founded by nine visionary English language institutions, FELTOM has consistently led the evolution of language learning.
As a self-regulating non-profit, it is devoted to elevating professionalism in English language education. Its primary goal is to establish and uphold unparalleled standards across all aspects of language immersion.
Over the past 35 years, FELTOM pioneered ethics codes and nationally recognised service criteria. It ensures exceptional experiences and safeguard professional standing through diligent benchmark adherence.
Its key activities focus on three main areas.
- Quality assurance
FELTOM is deeply committed to ensuring academic excellence and addressing the holistic needs of our students.
It developed and implemented the FELTOM Accreditation Scheme in 2006. Over the past 18 years, it maintained rigorous standards that meet and exceed students' security, welfare, information and social and leisure activities requirements. This is benchmarked on a global basis so that its standards remain relevant and at the forefront of the industry
- Advocacy
At the very core of FELTOM's mission lies the art of advocacy. It is one of its three pillars and it is passionate about championing legislation and regulations that protect and advance the interests of its esteemed 14 member schools. Since inception, FELTOM proudly led the charge in fostering the growth of the TEFL sector in Malta.
FELTOM is the only recognised ELT association in Malta as per ELTC legislation legal notice of 2015.
Notably, FELTOM played a game-changing role in establishing the world's first law that regulates English language schools. This groundbreaking achievement exemplifies its unwavering dedication to the growth of the English language industry and its commitment to positioning Malta as a premier destination for top-notch language learning experiences.
- Marketing and promotion
FELTOM’s comprehensive marketing and promotion strategy encompasses a wide range of activities, including:
- Participation on local boards like MTA and ELT;
- membership of international associations like ALTO, GALEA and Qalen;
- attending international conferences;
- producing the industry leading publication of its annual report as well as monthly and quarterly barometers that benchmark the industry and showcase sector thought leadership.
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