About Us

Our Story

The Institute for Education (IfE) was originally set up as an Institute on 24th April 2015 by virtue of Legal Notice 140 of 2015 and amended by Legal Notice 240 of 2015. The IfE was reconstituted as an agency by virtue of Legal Notice 243 of 2017.

The IfE is licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) as a Higher Education Institution in accordance with the Second Schedule of Subsidiary Legislation 327.433.

The IfE provides programmes ranging from MQF Levels 3 to 7, offering opportunities for initial qualifications, specialisation, and professional advancement across the education and related professions. Its learning environment promotes personalised, transformative experiences designed to inspire reflective practice, collaboration, and growth.

Guided by a commitment to quality in education, the IfE seeks to equip individuals with the values and competences needed to shape and enrich the lives of children and young people.

  • Our Vision

    'To shape future generations through an ever-evolving learning environment'

  • Our Mission

    ‘The Institute for Education is committed to personalised, transformative learning that drives change for diverse professionals and individuals across the education sector. We cultivate communities of practice guided by values that keep the child at the heart of all we do.'

The IfE's Values

Collaboration

As a team, we grow together promoting a sense of belonging and providing equal opportunities to ensure all feel supported whilst working towards common goals.

Communication

We practice an honest and open exchange of ideas in an environment where positive encouragement serves as the basis of our communication.

Accountability

We enable our employees and learners to explore their potential, take initiative and be accountable for the benefit of everyone's educational journey.

Achievement

We encourage, support, and empower the community to achieve personal and collective growth.

Adaptability

We work without boundaries and are open to finding diverse and unexpected solutions to challenges at the workplace.

Equity

We believe in creating an environment where everyone is valued according to their individual potential for their holistic development.

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