Yes, in Malta you can study English in adults-only groups: at least five licensed schools run 30+ courses (minimum age 30) or 50+ programmes, year-round or on fixed dates. At Maltalingua, 30+ costs the same as General English (€876 for four weeks in 2026); at ETI, €425 a week for 22.5 hours of class. What changes compared with a general course is the age of the group and, sometimes, the class size.
1. 30+ courses: minimum age 30
| School | Course | Minimum age | Per week | Class size | 2026 price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maltalingua | Club +30 | 30 | 20 or 30 lessons | Max. 12 | €234 (1 wk), €876 (4 wks) |
| ETI Malta | General English 30+ | 30 (average age 38) | 22.5 hours | 8–10 | €425/week |
| EC Malta | EC Malta 30+ school | 30 | 20, 24, 26 or 30 lessons of 45 min | Average 10, max. 14 | On request |
| ESE | General English Mini 30+ | 30 | 20 or 30 lessons of 45 min | Max. 8 | On request |
At Maltalingua, the 30-lesson intensive costs €343 for one week and €1,248 for four, with €50 a week added in summer (22 June – 28 August). ETI charges a €60 registration fee and €30 more a week from 15 June to 28 August.
For more on the format, read our guide to the 30+ English course in Malta and see the 30+ course page.
2. 50+ programmes: fixed weeks with activities
| School | Programme | Format | Dates | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IH Malta | Stay & Learn 50+ (A2 and up) | 15 hours of workshops a week, groups of 6–10, activities and transfers | 1–8 and 8–15 Nov 2026; Jan 2027; Mar–Apr 2027 | 1 week: €465–630 without accommodation, €885–1,050 with |
| ESE | 50+ Programme | 20 lessons a week, max. 12, minimum 2 weeks | 8 Mar, 5 Apr, 3 May, 6 Sep and 4 Oct 2027 | From €840 a week, accommodation not included |
| EC Malta | EC Escapes 50+ | 20 lessons a week, 1 or 2 weeks, 4 activities a week | 26 Oct – 6 Nov 2026; May–Oct 2027 | On request |
IH Malta's 50+ accommodation is a single room with a host family or in a 3-star hotel with breakfast. Weekly prices depend on the theme: Taste of Malta (autumn) is the most expensive and Winter Getaway (January) the cheapest.
3. 30+ or a general course?
| 30+ course | General course | |
|---|---|---|
| Classmates | All 30 or older | From 16–18 (BELS: 16; ESE: 17; Maltalingua: 18) |
| Price | Same at Maltalingua; higher at ETI (more hours) | €180–245/week at IH Malta, €234 at Maltalingua |
| Group | Sometimes smaller (ESE: 8) | IH Malta: max. 15 |
| Start | Every Monday at Maltalingua, ESE and ETI | Every Monday |
If the age mix doesn't bother you, a general course is enough; if the classroom atmosphere matters, at Maltalingua 30+ costs the same as General English. To work out how many hours you need, read how many hours of class to notice progress and general or intensive.
4. How to check a school is licensed
English language schools in Malta need a licence from the ELT Council. Its official list (July 2026) includes every school in this article: look yours up before paying. Staying with the school? See what a course with accommodation costs.
Want to know which school has a 30+ or 50+ group on your dates and at your level? Ask for free advice and we'll send you the options with a fixed price.
Information checked on 2026-10-13. Sources: official websites of Maltalingua (Club +30/50+, prices and FAQ), IH Malta (Stay & Learn 50+ and 2026 prices), EC Malta (30+ school and EC Escapes), ESE (Mini 30+, 50+ Programme and FAQ), ETI Malta (General English 30+ and prices), BELS (adult courses) and the ELT Council (list of licensed schools, July 2026). Prices and dates can change: confirm with the school before paying.