Gudja lies in the far south of Malta, boasting of the Malta International Airport, the potentially Punic-Roman Xlejli Tower, Loretu Chapel in the outskirts of town, St. Catherine Chapel near the local council, the secular and private Villa Bettina, Bir Miftuh medieval chapel also in the outskirts of Gudja and the parish church dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (otherwise known as the Archpresbyterial and Archmatrix Church of the Assumption of Mary) whose memory is commemorated annually on August 15th, but most of all prepossessing countryside views. Most of these sights harken back to times very fundamental in the Maltese history. Neighboring towns include Ghaxaq, Birzebbugia, Luqa, Kirkop, Luqa, Hal Farrug, Santa Lucija and Tarxien. Public health centres include the Medicaid pharmacy less than a minute away from the St. Jeanne Antide Primary School, as well as the Gudja Pharmacy situated in the opposite of the St. Benedict College Primary School.
Local Council
Address: 88, Triq Raymond Caruana, Gudja GDJ 1010, Malta
Telephone: (+356) 2167 2020
Email: [email protected]
Opening hours
Winter from 16th September to 15th June from 8:00am to 1:30pm
Summer from 16th June to 15th September from 8:00am to 1:30pm
Here is a list of kindergartens found in the area:
St. Benedict College Gudja Primary School C
Located only a few walks away from the church and the Raymond Caruana Garden interlinking the playground and bus terminal, St Benedict College Gudja Primary School welcomes children from the age of three. This state school is endorsed by the local council and has been awarded the Bronze Award. This kindergarten is inclusive and thus caters even for children who may lack academic aptitude as a result of learning disabilities or other impediments. Moreover, this school is among the many other state schools in Malta to be equipped with an automated external defibrillator. The school year commences in late September and concludes in June. Outings are held from time to time, these are to be paid by the parents. Uniforms can be purchased from Yorkie Uniforms in San Gwann close to Mater Dei Hospital. Alternatively, they can be obtained online. Prices vary depending on the sizes. Delivery for orders over €75 is complimentary.
Head of School: Ms. Elizabeth Fenech
Address: Triq San Mark, Gudja GDJ1403, Malta
Telephone: (+356) 2598 4100
Email: [email protected]
St. Jeanne Antide Primary School
Originated in 1964 by charity sisters, commemorating the life-long dedication of St. Jeanne-Antide Thouret, St. Jeanne Antide Primary School is a church school located in the minuscule town of Gudja, opposite of Bettina Palace and near the local convenience store. This school strives to nurture children, as well as allowing them to absorb rudimentary literary and social skills and all the while instilling them with religious values. They collaborate with school councils such as Erasmus+ and Dinja Wahda. Their blog showcases excerpts of students’works through the years up to 2012. Furthermore, the school emphasizes on the importance of physical activity to ensure pupils benefit from a healthy lifestyle. The new scholastic year commences with an induction meeting for parents hosted by Sister Teresa, the head of school. Uniforms can be obtained from ID School Design in Attard. Prices vary according to sizes, otherwise prices displayed by the cash register are considered final. Since 2001, the school has been organizing summer classes, otherwise known as Summer Frenzy Gudja, starting from mid-July consisting of fun-filled activities such as bowling, swimming sessions, outings to Esplora, Malta National Aquarium, bird parks and the Galleria cinema.
Head of School: Sister Teresa
Address: 56, Triq Filippu Castagna, Gudja, Malta
Fax: (+356) 2169 6187
Email: [email protected]/[email protected]
Website: http://saintjoanantideschool.edu.mt/