President Myriam Spiteri Debono, recently met with the authors of the report ‘A National Study on the Social and Emotional Wellbeing and Academic Learning Competences of School Students in Malta’ (SEWAL).

During the meeting, which took place at San Anton Palace, Professor Carmel Cefai, Ms Joyce Grech and Dr. Anthony Sammut presented a copy of this national study to the President and discussed its main findings.

The study examined the social, emotional well-being and the academic competences of children and young people in Malta, from the first years of their education to the end of secondary school.

The President stressed the importance of such studies, which offer a solid basis for the design of policies and initiatives aimed at strengthening both the well-being and the educational experience of children and young people.

She also stressed the need to address the challenges facing students in a holistic manner, so that they can develop and reach their full potential.

The study was conducted by the University of Malta in collaboration with the Ministry for Education and Sport, and the U.S. Embassy Valletta, Malta.

Photo: Office of the President/Francis Debono

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