Business Profile
FELTOM was established on 5th December 1989 as a non-profit association and 35 years later, we continue to thrive. We are a membership-based organisation with, currently, 14 ELT independent schools across Malta and Gozo.
Discover FELTOM
Experience linguistic excellence through affiliation with the dynamic Federation of English Language Teaching Organisations Malta (FELTOM). Founded by nine visionary English language institutions, FELTOM has consistently led the evolution of language learning.
As a self-regulating non-profit, we are devoted to elevating professionalism in English language education. Our primary goal is to establish and uphold unparalleled standards across all aspects of language immersion.
Over the past 35 years, FELTOM has pioneered ethics codes and nationally recognised service criteria. We ensure exceptional experiences and safeguard professional standing through diligent benchmark adherence.
Key Activities Focus On
1. QUALITY ASSURANCE
At FELTOM, we are deeply committed to ensuring academic excellence and addressing the holistic needs of our students.
We developed and implemented the FELTOM Accreditation Scheme in 2006. Over the past 18 years we have 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 our standards remain relevant and at the forefront of the industry
2. ADVOCACY
At the very core of FELTOM's mission lies the art of advocacy. It is one of our three pillars, and we are passionate about championing legislation and regulations that protect and advance the interests of our esteemed 14 member schools. Since our inception, we have 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 our unwavering dedication to the growth of the English Language industry and our commitment to positioning Malta as a premier destination for top-notch language learning experiences.
3. MARKETING AND PROMOTION
Our comprehensive marketing and promotion strategy encompasses a wide range of activities, including:
• Participation on local boards like MTA and ELT
• Members of international associations like ALTO, GALEA and Qalen
• Attending international conferences
• Producing the industry leading publication of our annual report as well as monthly and quarterly barometers that benchmark the industry and showcase sector thought leadership.
