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The level of teaching in Malta is very good. As for the exams, Maltese schools follow the Maltese national curriculum which have their own exams called the MATSEC or SEC. Students can still sit for the IGCSE's but they may not have covered ... Read More

I am surprised by this comment. My daughter goes to Verdala and takes IGCSE Spanish. I am almost positive it is offered at the IB level as well. Another option for boarding is St. Edwards. Read More

Hi Michelle, I am not a frequent poster here (and haven't even logged on for the last year!), but did want to respond to your questions about San Andrea. My daughter is 13 (born in 2001) and has been in San Andrea for the last 6 years. She has ... Read More

My children have spent the last 4 years at San Andrea and love the school. My oldest just finished the last year of primary school and will be in the 'senior school' next year (she is 11). We've been very happy with the school as well. It is a ... Read More

Can't help with any of the 'pay' questions, but we've had great experiences with St. James (which includes emergency surgery for a dislocated shoulder, eye surgery, mammogram, annual check up, etc). St James is a private hospital so I believe ... Read More

San Andrea is a private school that you must pay for. It is very reasonable compared to private schools in other countries though! As Ricky says, there is transport offered (which you pay for as well) from all over the island. Kim Read More

If I聮m not mistaken, I believe the only school that doesn聮t teach religion is Verdala International School. Not sure about QSI, they may not teach it either. I believe any school following the Maltese curriculum is obligated to teach religion ... Read More

Hello, What I learned from San Andrea is that they follow the Italian curriculum so the school system is also accepted in Italy... but I dont think that is a plus for you... :) sHi, my kids are at San Andrea and I just wanted to chime in on the ... Read More

Just curious...How will this affect anyone who moved here under the 'Old' PR scheme (the one suspended last fall). Will the 'Old' PR scheme certificate holders be subject to the new tax minimums (and 'deposit' requirements if they are non-EU)? If ... Read More

Hi Summer, The schools that teach mainly in English that I know of (other than Verdala and QSI) are San Andrea, San Anton, St. Michaels and Chiswick. I know San Andrea and San Anton have nursery school classes, not sure about the others. I think ... Read More

There's an IKEA store in Catania now - so just pop over on the ferry and fill your car up! TimOOOOHHH! Looks like a quick trip to Sicily will be in order this summer! That is good news. Thanks! Kim Read More

Id be happy to find a good indian or chinese......I really like Royal China in Mellieha (same owners as Master Wok I think). In fact, it is some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. It takes forever, but is worth it. Nice that they do take out ... Read More

Kim -- absolutely agree about the Coronas! :cheers: What part of the States are you from? JenniferWe're from North Carolina. Left in 2005, spent 3 years in Paris and now almost 3 years in Malta. Really feeling settled here now (it took awhile ... Read More

Good thread - can't wait to run some of these down. We haven't eaten out too much but we have tried the Mexi Co. in Mellieha twice and the food is.... ehh. The place is nice, the service is good and the food is edible but it just is not proper ... Read More

I looked into the Maritim in Mellieha about a year ago. The rates then were: Single 1 month, 80 euros 3 months, 130 6 months, 190 1 year, 299 Joint 3 months, 210 6 months, 280 1 year, 450 I have no idea if they have gone up since then since I ... Read More

Another mention of the scheme on the Times online today: http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20110416/local/Residency-scheme-must-not-strain-economy-says-Fenech.360529 But not much new information. Read More

Thanks again Ricky. You have really made sense of it all for me. I agree that something just doesn't seem right about this whole story! Guess we'll have to keep wondering awhile longer (and about Air Malta as well!). Read More

Thanks Ricky. I have always been confused. If I understand what you are saying, if someone is eligible for health coverage in their 'home' EU country by paying into the system like the NHS in the UK, then they are covered here if they 'transfer' ... Read More

We had no entitlement when we were approved in 2008. It has never been listed as a requirement to have health insurance on the annual declaration to meet the PR scheme requirements though (until this year, it is now requested on the form just ... Read More

Thanks for posting that Ricky. I am confused though. Wouldn't he be allowed to live in Malta even without the PR scheme since he is an EU national? If so, then the PR scheme doesn't seem to be the real issue except that it makes it more ... Read More

insurance or cover ?The exact wording on the form is: 'All my dependents and I are covered by a health insurance policy in respect of all medical risks in Malta (Attach a copy of the health insurance policy.)' We are non-EU though so maybe the ... Read More

Just wanted to post an update to our situation. We received the annual 'declaration' in the mail today. In years past we received this in early February but due to the suspension I guess it was delayed this year. There are some changes from years ... Read More

Wow, that is bad news. Can you tell me what agency told you it couldn't be renewed? Was it the Expatriate Division of the Inland Revenue Department? Or was it the Ministry of Foreign Affairs who handles the actual 'residence permits'? I ask ... Read More

I would have to agree with lucyanya about being a taxi driver. We live in the 'remote' area of Mellieha. I do like it alot and there are lots of great things about living there, but I find that it is far from my kids' friends. They don't have a ... Read More

I heard Scream Daisy play once outside in Valletta. They were amazing. I'd love to hear them again. So if you find out anything from your friend Tim, please post it here. I really enjoy any type of rock/alternative music as well. Lucyanya, I'm ... Read More

Hello Matt, While I can't help with the bulk of your questions, I can answer a few based on my observations: Crime: I feel Malta is safer than a lot of places especially for raising kids. There are robberies and petty crimes, but 'random acts of ... Read More

Thanks Tim. I just couldn't help but take it a little personal but I do understand your opinion. Having seen drivers in general in Malta, it wouldn't surprise me if some of the transport drivers weren't as safe as they should be. We are lucky ... Read More

I would encourage you to rent first and see what you think about a particular area. I agree that alot of families live in Attard. I have a friend who lives there and thought about moving to Mellieha for the seaview, but in the end just stayed in ... Read More

Hello! We are a family currently living in Mellieha. While I love it, I don't want to 'sugarcoat' it too much because some people do find it 'remote'. My friends think I live 'far', so I do fell 'cut off' at times. I also find myself driving into ... Read More

I just wanted to add a bit about the Air Malta Flypass that has been suggested here... I believe you have to be considered a 'Permanent Member' before you get the extra weight allowance. To become a 'Permanent Member' you have to get 10,000 miles ... Read More

If you like IKEA, bring whatever you want from there because there isn't one here. I really miss a good trip to IKEA every few months to stock up on stuff I probably didn't need to begin with but couldn't resist! Good luck with your move! Kim Read More

I know the last post here was awhile ago, but I just found these forums and wanted to reply, especially since priscillam166 asked specifically about San Andrea. My kids have been at San Andrea since September 2008 and we are very, very happy with ... Read More

Does anyone know specifics as to why? I had read that it was due to long term residents (over 5 years I guess?) trying to get benefits (medical?). I didn't think benefits were available at all if you were on this scheme which is why they require ... Read More