FAQ

What are the school hours?

School starts at 8.30am and ends at 3.30pm. There are two small breaks and a lunch break during the school day.

Is there a school uniform?

There is no school uniform, however, students must adhere to an acceptable dress code.

Is there school transport?

The school has engaged a van service that provides transportation before and after school. Parents contract individually with this service.

What is the teacher / student ratio?

QSI works on a teacher / student ratio of 1:10, however, the average class size at QSI Malta ranges from 3 to 7 students.

How many different nationalities are represented at the school?

Presently, there are 13 different nationalities – British (English & Scottish), Italian, Georgian, South African, Swedish, Dutch, Austrian, Palestinian, South Korean, Canadian, Irish, German & Maltese.

Our child does not speak English. Will QSI Malta still accept them?

Yes. We offer Intensive English lessons to these students at no extra cost. When the student is ready, they are integrated into the QSI curriculum.

If my child is advanced / weaker in an area, what provisions are made?

Weaker students are given additional help, which may include extra lessons at no further cost. Advanced students are challenged either by going through the curriculum at a faster pace, by giving the student work to do at a higher level or by giving the student the option to participate in an online course under the supervision of a teacher.

Apart from the registration, capital fund and tuition fees, are there any other costs involved?

There is an annual amount of about €25 payable for miscellaneous items needed during the school year. Parents do not need to buy text books as these are loaned to the students by the school. Field trips and extra-curricular activities are included in the tuition fees. There is an annual school trip which parents are asked to pay for.

Do you offer trial days to students who may be interested in attending?

Yes. Students are encouraged to join in classes for a day to try out the QSI educational system. An appointment with the Director can be made.