Swieqi is a national-oriented and residential area fifteen minutes away from Sliema by bus located in the northern region of Malta. Want to relax and rewind after a laborious week at work? The municipality is within a walking distance of Paceville and St. Julian’s. Since November 2017, Swieqi, very popular among upper middle and high class figures, has had an estimated population of 11,724 residents. It had accommodated 8,099 inhabitants by November 2005. It is also known for service industries, Information Technology facilities and English language schools.
The town assimilates Swieqi, tal-Ibrag, Madliena and part of St. Andrew’s. Madliena and St. Andrew’s originally used to constitute Gharghur. Since 2007, Swieqi has had its own postal code (SWQ followed by a four digit number). Neighboring towns include St. Julian’s, Sliema, Birkirkara, San Gwann, Sliema, Naxxar, Bahar ic-Caghaq and Pembroke.
The parish is dedicated to Our Lady the Immaculate Mother of the Church whose memory is commemorated on December 8th by means of a mass and procession. One can also find historic sites such as Victoria Lines, Madliena Fort, the Batteria San Giovanni and the Madliena chapel. Swieqi Day is celebrated on September 9th.
Notable figures who have lived or still live in Swieqi include:
- former Minister for Education, Culture, Youth & Sport, Dolores Cristina
- former Minister for Foreign Affairs, Michael Frendo
- former Minister for Foreign Affairs and current European Union Commission for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Joe Borg
Zones in Swieqi include High Ridge, ic-Cink, il-Gbejjen, Madliena, Slielem tal-Madliena, Ta’ Misrah Basili, Ta’ Tuta, tal-Ibrag, Victoria Gardens, Wied id-Dis, Wied Mejxu, St. Andrew’s, Upper Gardens and Ta’ Stronka.
Local Council
Address: Centru Civiku, Triq G. Bessiera, Swieqi
Telephone: (+356) 2137 3939/(+356) 2137 0199
Fax: (+356) 2137 4555
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swieqilc/
Email: [email protected]
Opening Hours
Monday – 7:30am – 1:30pm
Tuesday – 7:30am – 1:30pm
Wednesday – 7:30am – 1:30pm
Thursday – 7:30am – 1:30pm
Friday – 7:30am – 1:30pm
Sunday – 8:00am – 11:30pm
Here are some kindergartens located in the area:
Jolly Jumpers Nursery and Childcare
Jolly Jumpers’ mission is to provide outstanding childcare which nurtures the potential within each and every child. The nursery and childcare centre opened in Swieqi in January 2012. It exists to provide the highest quality of childcare utilising professional, highly trained staff and facilities which reflect their commitment to caring for children, since preschool children will achieve their highest potential in a nurturing and caring environment. Child carers are trained to respect the dignity and individuality of each and every child, remembering at all times the trust which parents have placed in the centre. Through play-based learning experiences, children will learn how to constructively interact with peers and adults. Children will be given many opportunities to confidently explore through play and construct ideas about the world around them, encouraging life-long learning. The aim is to communicate life skills consistent with each child’s development and to extend their range of personal skills. Families are the most important influence in a child’s life, and thus parents are encouraged to be actively involved in the centre, contribute ideas, and take an interest in their child’s development and growth. Jolly Jumpers is certified from the Department of Education.
Address: Triq il-Qasam, Swieqi, Malta
Mobile: (+356) 9945 7880
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JollyJumpers.ChildCare/
St. Clare College Pembroke Primary School
Inaugurated in late 2009, St. Clare College Pembroke Primary School was the first-ever school across Malta and Gozo to generate its own electricity by means of photovoltaic panels, solar water heaters and tubular day lighting units. The Foundation for Tomorrow’s Schools also helped rectify issues pertaining to flooding in both the school and surrounding areas. The two-storey building accessible for students with mobility impairment had welcomed students for the first time on the 28th September 2009. It had housed 266 students by early December 2009. The internal yard is encased in rubber safety flooring.
Head of School: Mr. Kevin Vella
Assistant Heads of School:
- Mr. Kevin Vella
- Ms. Christine Barbaro Sant
- Ms. Marvic Psaila
Address: Triq Madre Margherita Debrincat, Pembroke PBK1773, Malta
Telephone: (+356) 2598 4570
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stclarecollegemalta/