Learning English with BELS – Meet the BELS Team

Rebecca takes pride in calling BELS her own. She makes it a point to be present in each centre on a weekly basis, to meet clients and learn more about how BELS can meet their needs better. In her free time she enjoys diving, reading, travelling and most of all spending time with her family.

With over 20 years of experience in the ELT industry, Ian is a well-respected professional who has worn many hats, from teacher and trainer to Director of Studies and Operations Manager. Passionate about education and innovation, Ian is now focused on building strong partnerships and driving sales at BELS. A dedicated family man, he loves spending time with his kids, travelling, and staying active in the industry he loves.

Arianna is half English, half Maltese but has spent her entire life in Malta. She is at her happiest when she spends her time under the sun by the sea. Something Arianna loves doing is meeting new people within her job and even whilst travelling, as well as dancing being her main hobby.

Daniel has more than 10 years of experience in the ELT industry and loves travelling and learning about new cultures. He is also passionate about cars, sports and staying active. He is always willing to learn and hopes to be of great service to all our students.

Ryan, has recently moved back to his home island, Gozo after having lived and worked on Malta for 15 years. In other words, he decided to come home. Ryan has extensive experience in administrative and leisure roles and loves utilising his expertise in his role at BELS GOZO. In his free time, he enjoys swimming, and hanging out at the ‘pjazza’ with a beer.

Sara first joined our team as a eacher, and after four years she was promoted to an assisant director of studies position at BELS Malta. She's a true believer in the power of education and has an insatiable curiosity for travel and culture. When she's not working, Sara loves hanging out with her friends, curling up with a good book, catching the latest movies, and staying fit with a workout or two.

Paulina has lived in several countries around the world before settling in Malta. One of her hobbies is learning new languages and also likes to meet people from different cultures. Being a mother of 3 children she may not have much free time, but loves to travel, go diving and read books when possible.

Born in Malta and raised in London, Nicholas brings a rich blend of English and Maltese heritage. With 20 years of experience in education, he started at BELS as a Junior Team Supervisor and now ensures a great student experience. He oversees student welfare, activities, and junior camps, creating a dynamic and supportive environment. Known for his friendly and approachable nature, he loves travelling, exploring new cultures, and enjoying sunny days by the sea.

Andrea has been part of the BELS team since 2016, starting as a part-time teacher before moving into marketing. Her love for English, culture, and travel makes working at BELS a perfect fit. In her free time, she enjoys long walks with her dog, reading, and exploring new places—from vibrant cities to peaceful forest retreats.

Aimee, originally from Peru, fell in love with Malta the first time she visited a few years ago and in 2019, she decided to make the island her home. She enjoys traveling, trying new flavors (especially Peruvian cuisine), meeting new people to learn about their experiences and having a good time with her friends or a book beside the sea. Aimee is also fascinated by cats, otters, sunsets, and the sea.

BELS hand picks its trainers and ensures that they are in possession of internationally recognised qualifications in TEFL, as well as being highly experienced speakers of the English language. Teachers are encouraged to design lessons that target learners’ needs, using supplementary material whenever appropriate. The schools’ teaching facilities include audio/ visual equipment, interactive white-boards and a library.