
A Language & Cultural Experience Designed for Adults 50+
Location
BELS Gozo (only)
English lessons per week
General English Standard: 20 lessons / 15 hours per week
General English Intensive: 30 lessons / 22.5 hours per week
Lesson length
45 minutes
Course days
Monday - Friday
Course hours
Standard: 09:00 - 10:30 / break / 10:45-12:15
Intensive: 09:00 - 10:30 / break / 10:45-12:15 /break/ 12:45-14:15
Ages at BELS Gozo (courses)
Minimum : 18 / Average 50-60
Minimum entry level
Beginner
Students per class
Average 8, max. 12
Course level
Adult learners
Where Language Learning Meets Community
Are you looking for an English course that feels practical, engaging, and relevant to your life? Do you want to improve your skills while meeting interesting people and experiencing a new culture? Whether you’re learning for work, travel, or personal growth, you need an experience where lessons help you communicate naturally, conversations feel effortless, and social experiences are just as valuable as time in the classroom.
That’s exactly what the BELS 50+ Programme offers. This short-term programme combines high-quality English lessons with an immersive cultural experience designed for adults who want to boost their fluency while exploring Gozo with like-minded people.
In the mornings, you’ll join our General English Standard Course (20 lessons per week). These mixed-age classes focus on real-life communication, helping you confidently speak, expand your vocabulary, and improve fluency in everyday situations. Lessons are interactive and dynamic, ensuring that learning is engaging, practical, and relevant to your daily life.
But this programme is about more than just classroom learning. It’s about living the island life, sharing experiences, and connecting with people in a social and cultural setting. Across the week, you’ll take part in two specially designed activities for 50+ learners. From wine tasting, olive oil sampling, and traditional dinners to walking food tours in Victoria, boat trips, jeep rides, or even joining in local feasts, each activity is a chance to discover Gozo’s culture while practising English in a natural and friendly environment.
With BELS Gozo as your base, you’ll enjoy the calm setting of an adult-only school, where the average age is 40-50 and over 60% of students are 50+. While classroom lessons are mixed-age, all social and cultural activities are exclusively for 50+ participants, ensuring you’ll be surrounded by people who share your interests and outlook.
Start Dates for 50+ Social Programme.
The exclusive 50+ Social Programme is available for one week, on the following 2026 start dates: 11 April, 9 May, 13 June, 11 July, 15 August, 12 September, 10 October.
Looking for a programme outside of these dates? Worry not. At BELS Gozo, the average student age is 45-55 year-round, so you’ll always find a welcoming community of like-minded learners and enjoy your time with us whenever you choose to visit.
Send us an email at [email protected] with your preferred start dates, phone number, and some general information about yourself to get started.
Course Features

Ideal For...
- Adults 50+ who want to speak English with confidence while enjoying a meaningful travel experience.
- Professionals, travellers, and lifelong learners looking to refine their English for work, social settings, or international communication.
- Learners who prefer a relaxed, social environment where lessons are practical, engaging, and combined with cultural experiences.

What You'll Achieve...
- Stronger fluency & confidence in speaking, listening, and everyday communication
- Expanded vocabulary & improved pronunciation for real-world interactions
A deeper understanding of Maltese culture through immersive experiences - New connections & friendships with like-minded international learners
- Practical skills for work, travel, and social situations in an English-speaking environment

Your Cultural Experience
Each month from April to October, you’ll enjoy a handpicked programme of activities designed exclusively for 50+ learners. Highlights include:
- Wine and olive oil tastings with local producers
- Traditional Gozitan dinners and relaxed social evenings
- Walking food tours in Victoria
- Scenic boat trips and jeep tours around the island
- Joining in local feasts and community celebrations








