Thematic STEM Debate A national initiative that engages students in discussing and debating STEM-related themes and real-world issues through research and effective communication. Students will strengthen critical thinking, public speaking, research and scientific argumentation skills. Year 6 students. The school registers through the registration link in the official Letter Circular.

Child Protection Services Child Protection Services deal with cases of abuse and severe neglect of children, and when a child seems to be suffering from, or is at risk of, significant harm. Child Protection Services investigate referrals received from various sources such as schools, Police, medical doctors and other professionals, from calls received on Supportline 179, as well as from the genera...

Free Childcare Scheme The Free Childcare Scheme is a system which was promised in the Government Electoral Manifesto, whereby Government provides free childcare services to parents/guardians who work or are pursuing their education. The childcare service is either provided directly through Government services or alternatively through Registered Child Care Centres. Free Childcare Service in registe...

National Sports School Year Six Primary School students from state, church, and independent schools are eligible to apply for admission to the National Sport School, provided their application is endorsed by a nursery or a club affiliated with a recognised National Federation or Association.  The admissions process is thorough, consisting of two main stages within the sports discipline: ...

The Pleasure of Reading The Pleasure of Reading/Gost il-Qari is a family literacy programme for children aged 7 to 11 years together with their parents/guardians. The programme consists of one-hour reading sessions which are held once a week. These sessions are held in primary schools and in the community.Each session features the sharing of stories from a variety of books, and other fun activitie...

School Health Service offered by Primary Health Care The School Health Service consists of a team of doctors and nurses who provide monitoring of primary child health and well-being as well as preventive care services in all State and Church Schools in Malta and Gozo.   They help ensure the well-being and early detection of health issues among young students.  The emphasis is on the...

Inspire: School Outreach Programme Supports learners with any type of disability and behaviours of concern attending a mainstream school with 1:1 support from an LSE and those who struggle to follow an adapted curriculum.  Therapeutic and functional interventions in addition to the children’s school curriculum. Targets socialization, communication, behaviour management, motor skills, sensory ...

Pre-Tertiary Certificate in Headstart for Employment, MQF 4 The Level 4 Programme Headstart for Employment is designed to support individuals in increasing their competences related to employment. Through a combination of units, coaching sessions, and simulated work practice, the programme equips individuals with the necessary job skills and helps them understand workplace ethics.Headstart is a 6-...

Tax Deduction Fees paid for Cultural and Creative Courses Parents or guardians of children and youths who will be under 16 years of age by 31st December 2025 and who attended cultural or creative courses at a school with an SLC number during 2025 are eligible for a tax deduction of up to €300 per child or youth. Parents or guardians can benefit from a tax deduction scheme of maximum €300 for each...

Junior Science Club An extracurricular science programme that provides students with opportunities to explore science through practical and engaging activities. Students will develop scientific thinking, practical skills, teamwork, creativity and a deeper interest in STEM subjects. Kinder 1 to Year 6 Follow instructions in the official Letter Circular.