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Looking at 8,114 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptional teaching staff, noting that lessons are engaging, interactive, well-organized, and perfectly tailored to help students improve their language skills quickly. Travelers also love the central school locations, seamless transport, and the wide variety of fun cultural activities available during their stay. Many participants mention feeling warmly welcomed and easily making wonderful friendships with peers from all over the world. Some reviewers were not happy with certain host family arrangements, noting specific problems such as missing meals, restricted room temperatures, or a lack of clarity regarding food services.

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Location

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1 month of japanese learning in Tokyo. I learned alot, great teachers!! The spin classes were realy good as well, i chose kanji and grammar. Everything was well exlplained. 1 month was short to lear... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It is really a perfect place to be Nice. The weather is good, the sea is nearby. Also a lotvif cultural activities organised by the school. Tres bonne. And our teacher Arghavan gives lessons very well... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It has been an incredible experience! My teacher, Gianmarco, did an outstanding job, not only because I learned so much, but also because of his wonderful way of teaching. His classes were alw... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EF is the perfect mix between having fun and learning a new language. They make you feel as comfortable as possible as soon as you enter the school. The classes are so useful, they are perfectly a... See more


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About EF

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Today, students from over 100 countries learn one of 10 languages at EF's 50 International Language Campuses in 20 countries around the world.

Language Course Abroad
High School Exchange

ABOUT EF

Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives. We believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another, and we're dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education harnessing the power of language to deepen the connection between people across the globe.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

In the intensive English course in…

In the intensive English course in Malta, the optional subjects are not really optional, as students do not always have the opportunity to choose them. In many cases, information is provided only after decisions have already been made.
The organisation is a disaster. The building is not well suited to its use as an educational facility. There are too few toilets, and the only dining option is a small cafeteria with a very limited daily menu.
The ceilings are low, and the placement of the air-conditioning units is far from ideal. Many students suffer from respiratory illnesses, which may be related to the indoor environment and the air conditioning.

14 October 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

An unforgettable experience in Malta!

I’ve been studying English in Malta since August 2026, and overall, it has been an amazing and unforgettable experience!

The language courses have helped me improve my English, especially my confidence when speaking. I’m also preparing for the Cambridge C1 Advanced exam. Although the preparation lessons were a little challenging at first due to some organisational and technical difficulties, the official preparation course has been excellent, with clear explanations and supportive teaching.

I’m also very happy with my host family. My host mother is incredibly kind and helpful, and the accommodation is conveniently located just 15 minutes from school.

One of the biggest highlights has definitely been the social experience. I’ve made many international friendships, explored beautiful places around Malta and participated in various activities organised by the school. These experiences have also given me plenty of opportunities to practise English outside the classroom.

However, there is some room for improvement regarding the organisation. My flights, which were booked through EF, included an unnecessarily long stopover, and the private airport transfer I had booked turned out to be shared.

Despite these initial difficulties, I’m really enjoying my time in Malta. I’ve become more confident, improved my language skills and created wonderful memories.

I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking to improve their English while meeting people from around the world!

14 October 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An unforgettable experience with EF Malta

I’ve had a great experience with EF Malta! The staff are friendly and helpful, the location is great, and the classes are a good way to improve my English. I’ve also had the opportunity to meet people from different countries and discover a new culture. Overall, it’s been a wonderful experience, and I would recommend EF to anyone who wants to improve their English while enjoying an unforgettable stay abroad!

14 October 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our heartfelt thanks to Ms. Juliane Hell

Our heartfelt thanks to Ms. Juliane Hell for her professional and exceptionally friendly advice!

We received thorough and fully satisfying answers to all our questions, which further reassured us that choosing EF for this adventure was absolutely the right decision.

We sincerely hope that this experience will be an unforgettable and wonderful adventure.

Once again, our warmest thanks to Ms. Juliane Hell for her dedication, kindness, and professional support!

13 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I really enjoy my classes

I really enjoy my classes! Amir is a great teacher who makes lessons interactive, so practicing English feels easy and fun. Regarding the SPIN classes, sometimes I found them a little boring, but I think it depends on which class you choose. That doesn’t mean I didn’t learn anything; I actually learned a lot! The staff is also very friendly and helpful. If you have any questions about your accommodation or need recommendations for places to visit, they are always willing to help. Overall, I’ve had a great experience!

23 September 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Malta experience

If you have any questions, you can stay in touch with your EF contact person from your home country. They help you with all your questions. I stayed in Malta and the campus is great and is located very well. The teachers are also very friendly and open minded and they will always listen to you if you need help.

12 October 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very disapointed with EF

Very disappointed with EF. We had an issue with the accommodation and there were some assurances given about a partial refund - three months on we are being blanked. It is very frustrating.

5 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It has been an incredible experience

It has been an incredible experience! My teacher, Gianmarco, did an outstanding job, not only because I learned so much, but also because of his wonderful way of teaching. His classes were always dynamic, fun, engaging, and inclusive, making everyone feel involved.

He is professional, kind, caring, and attentive, and he always encourages his students to keep improving. Thanks to Gianmarco, it became so much more than just an English class. We became a group of friends who shared a common goal: improving our English together.

I feel extremely lucky to have been part of his class, and I truly hope he continues teaching for many years to come.

I would also like to give a special mention to Bless, who has been an absolutely amazing member of the activities staff. She is warm, friendly, fun, and always ready to encourage, support, and help everyone. She has made my stay in Dublin so much more enjoyable and memorable, and I am incredibly grateful for that.

Although I wanted to give special recognition to these two wonderful people, the entire staff has been amazing. All I can say is thank you so much for everything!

10 October 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EF San Diego experience

I went to EF San Diego for a month and it was the best month in my life. I made a lot of new friends, spoke English everyday, travelled around California and made so many memories! I would choose EF San Diego over and over again!

10 October 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I've really enjoyed my experience at…

I've really enjoyed my experience at EF. I've had a great time, I've changed my surroundings, and I feel great every day. I'm excited for each new morning to begin, with new study challenges, new friendships, new people, and new knowledge. Right now I feel very motivated and very happy. The only thing I've had a little trouble with is dealing with some administrative matters—they've been a bit hard to sort out, but well, those are more internal things. So, from my side, I'd rate my experience four out of five stars. I love my experience and I love what I'm living through in this stage of my life.

9 October 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My 4 weeks in Perth

My time here isn't finished yet but I'll be writing this anyway.

EF did a really good job in organizing my flights and transfers despite there being a delay in Bangkok. The transport to the host family went seamlessly and the host has been great. The host is far away from the Campus but Perth has great public transport so I've been fine in that regard.

Staff is great, the teachers are professionals and know what they are doing. Staff is Very helpful as well when it comes to pretty much anything.

The central location of the campus makes it easy to explore the city and nearby areas.

The activities are great, decently affordable and the coordinators are also doing a good job.

I didn't know what to expect coming here but I've had a great time here in Perth.

9 October 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A really fun week

My experience at EF San Diego was incredible! I had so much fun and participated in a lot of activities. The staff always organizes something cool to do. I improved my English a lot while having the best time. I would definitely come back!

8 October 2026

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