Lifestyle
Malta — Living: Education
Education indicators for Malta, from World Bank Open Data: government expenditure on education 4.7 % of GDP (2022); school enrolment, primary 98 % gross (2023); school enrolment, secondary 103 % gross (2023); school enrolment, tertiary 81 % gross (2023); adult literacy rate 93.3 % of people aged 15+ (2011).
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceWorld Bank — World Development Indicators (World Bank Open Data)Last reviewed: 2026-10-18
Key facts
- Government expenditure on education: 4.7 % of GDP (2022)
- School enrolment, primary: 98 % gross (2023)
- School enrolment, secondary: 103 % gross (2023)
- School enrolment, tertiary: 81 % gross (2023)
- Adult literacy rate: 93.3 % of people aged 15+ (2011)
Steps
- General Information about Education in Malta — This researcher has found general information about the education system in Malta, but specifics about enrolling children in schools or understanding the curriculum are not well understood.
Costs
- School uniforms: varies by school
- School materials: varies by school
Timelines
- Enrollment process: varies, unclear specifics
Required documents
- Birth certificate
- Passport
- Health records
- Proof of residence
Common mistakes
- Assuming that the education system is the same as in one's home country
- Not researching schools and educational options thoroughly
What these figures do not cover
Gross enrolment ratios can exceed 100% because they count pupils of any age against the school-age population. These are national statistics. International schools, fees, admissions, curricula and school calendars are not covered here.