AT ESM
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We run a comprehensive, internationally-minded curriculum with Britishness at its heart. ESM is an authorised IB World School, culminating in its Diploma Programme, and we also offer IGCSE and BTEC Qualifications. We are also inspected to the British Government’s BSO standards, which are upheld by our strong pastoral practices including Form Tutor and House systems. |
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From our Sixth Form prefects, through the Student Council, House Captains and Secondary School Leaders, down to our Junior School Leaders, we provide vast opportunities for all students to step into leadership roles to make a difference in the school, developing the skills and experience to become future global change-makers. |
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Our dedicated Pastoral Lead in each area of the school works with our network of Form Tutors and experienced Safeguarding, Counselling and Psychologist teams to ensure we can provide personalised and meaningful wellbeing support to every student. |
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Our Clubs Enrichment Programmes across the school allow for exploration and discovery of new activities, developing new passions and skills for the future in areas that are not usually found in the classroom. This year our range of clubs include various martial arts, sports, drama, canvas and felt crafts, chess, robotics, meditation and many more… The clubs programme is always developing and students have the opportunity to make new choices each term. |
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ESM prides itself on offering a wide range of real-world experiences out of school both domestically and internationally. This includes residential study trips overseas for our Sixth Form and within Mongolia for Secondary and Junior School students. We also run multiple international language trips and sports tours each year. Further subject and age-specific local trips supplement the learning experience for all students at ESM. |
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Both team and individual sports form an important part of a well-rounded education, and ESM is a leader in the sports scene in Ulaanbaatar and the region. Our experienced coaches and state-of-the-art facilities support our teams through successes both in local and international competitions. ESM is the place for any young sportsperson to thrive and achieve their sporting dreams. |
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ESM’s famous arts department brings every student the chance to experiment, develop and flourish on the stage. Whether it’s in music, dance or drama, our school calendar is full of events such as our Junior and Secondary Musicals, Festivals of Song and Culture, and the annual ‘Better Together’ Variety Concert, bringing opportunities for students of any age to find and nurture their performing arts talents. |
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Language forms a vital pillar of any strong school curriculum and ESM recognises this. Students study in English but also learn Mongolian from the start of Junior School. From Grade 6 a third language is added to the curriculum and students have a choice between Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Russian. |
Director's Welcome
Mr. Connor Vinnicombe
Welcome to The English School of Mongolia (ESM) in Ulaanbaatar. At our school we are proud to serve a richly diverse community of families from Mongolia and over 30 other nationalities. I believe that in ESM, every child has a place where they can learn and grow. No matter what their background is, or what their individual path to success may be, everyone has a place in our community.
As a British International School, accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO), we offer a broad range of curricula including IB Programmes and Cambridge IGCSEs, all informed by the English National Curriculum and best practices from the UK to give ESM a distinct British quality and style in the heart of Ulaanbaatar.
ESM is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people in our care, following the BISSC Code of Conduct for safer recruitment, and with a robust Safeguarding Policy. We understand that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we expect everyone working at our school to share this commitment.
We follow the key principle that everyone at ESM should be safe, happy and learning. I invite you to contact us to arrange a school visit, where you can see this in action for yourself. We look forward to welcoming you into our community and working together to support your child's lifelong learning journey.
MISSION STATEMENT
The English School of Mongolia aims at delivering high calibre education while focusing on celebrating cultural and personal values. Supporting students’ educational, moral, social and spiritual needs, ESM creates a learning environment where the strengths of every child can be identified and nurtured.
While striving for academic excellence, ESM creates life-long learners, who are self-confident and well-organised independent thinkers, curious about the world around them. Recognising the community educates global citizens who will be the “change-makers” in Mongolia’s development.
Accreditations and Affiliations
Directing Shakespeare, led by Mr. Cosmo with Grade 6, invited students to boldly reimagine Macbeth and Romeo and Juliet in unexpected and imaginative ways. Through striking costumes, diverse cultural influences, and inventive themes, students transformed familiar characters into entirely new interpretations placing them in modern settings, alternative worlds, and dramatic “what if” scenarios.
From rethinking motives to reshaping key moments, each creation revealed a deeper understanding of the plays while sparking curiosity and excitement. A truly captivating blend of classic literature and creative expression that kept everyone guessing and engaged! ... See MoreSee Less
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To celebrate Shakespeare Day, Grade 11 students stepped into the world of William Shakespeare through an engaging “Character Instagram Profile” activity designed by Ms. Emma.
Under the guidance of Ms. Emma, students selected a character from a Shakespearean play and created an Instagram-style profile in character. Each profile included a short bio reflecting the character’s personality, 3–5 creative posts with captions and relevant quotes from the text, and a themed story highlight (such as love, betrayal, or power) that captured key aspects of the character’s journey.
Through this activity, Ms. Emma encouraged students to explore characters more deeply, analyse themes, and express their understanding in a modern, creative format bringing classic literature to life in a way that is both meaningful and relatable. ... See MoreSee Less
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The Macbeth Gallery was a remarkable showcase of creativity and understanding, where students presented key objects that symbolically represent important elements from the play. From the haunting dagger to the crown and other powerful symbols, each display captured the essence of the story in a thoughtful and visually engaging way.
What stood out most was the students’ ability to confidently explain their chosen objects on what they represent, how they connect to the plot, and why they are significant to the development of the story. Their interpretations reflected a deep understanding of the themes, characters, and symbolism in Macbeth. A big round of applause to our students for their effort, creativity, and enthusiasm. Their work truly brought the play to life beyond the pages!
A heartfelt thank you to Mr Samuel for his continuous support and dedication in ensuring that students get the very best out of what they are studying. His guidance has made this learning experience both meaningful and inspiring. ... See MoreSee Less
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#throwback Thursday
Shakespeare's Day
Shakespeare came alive on stage during our special assembly featuring two of his most iconic plays Macbeth and Hamlet. Our students truly rose to the occasion, delivering a powerful dramatic reading from Hamlet and performing an engaging scene from Macbeth. Their confidence, expression, and understanding of Shakespearean language were truly impressive. It was wonderful to see them bring these timeless characters and themes to life through stage drama. A heartfelt thank you to Mr Jeffrey and Mr Samuel for their dedication in training and guiding the students. Through their efforts, our learners gained a meaningful and memorable experience proving that language learning becomes even more impactful when explored through performance and drama. ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations, Tumelu!
We are proud to celebrate Tumelu from Grade 3LM for an outstanding achievement at the “Ev Negdel Cup 2026” Olympic Taekwondo Multi-City Open Tournament, held on April 24, 2026.
• Category: 8–9 years old, “B” Category
• Weight Class: -29kg
• Result: 2nd Place (Silver Medal) ... See MoreSee Less
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Our preschool 5+A/B/C students went on an educational field trip to the National History Museum, where they had the opportunity to explore the rich world of history up close.
During the visit, the children observed various exhibits with great interest, learning about historical artifacts, traditional culture, and the past. They actively shared their thoughts, asked questions, and connected the experience with what they had learned in class, strengthening their understanding.
This trip supported the children’s curiosity and played an important role in developing their appreciation for history and culture. It was a joyful and meaningful day full of excitement, discovery, and happy moments.
Манай цэцэрлэгийн 5+A/B/C ангийн сурагчид Үндэсний түүхийн музейд танин мэдэхүйн аялал хийж, түүхийн баялаг ертөнцтэй ойроос танилцлаа.
Аяллын үеэр хүүхдүүд төрөл бүрийн үзмэрүүдийг сонирхон ажиглаж, түүхэн эд өлгийн зүйлс, уламжлалт соёл, өнгөрсөн үеийн талаар мэдлэгээ өргөжүүлсэн юм.
Тэд өөрсдийн бодлоо хуваалцаж, асуулт асууж, өмнө сурсан мэдлэгтэйгээ холбон бататгалаа. Энэхүү аялал нь хүүхдүүдийн сониуч занг дэмжиж, түүх соёлыг хүндэтгэх, ойлгох хандлагыг төлөвшүүлэхэд чухал нөлөө үзүүлсэн, баяр баясал, шинэ нээлт, дурсамж дүүрэн өдөр боллоо. ... See MoreSee Less
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Well-read Wednesday: Where Display Boards Tell Their Stories!
Book vs Movie 🎬📖
This creative display board, designed by Mr. Samuel, invites students to explore the differences between books and their movie adaptations. From characters and plot twists to missing scenes and added drama, the board highlights how stories transform from page to screen , encouraging students to think critically about which version tells the story better.
Students can read, compare, and make their choice… but here’s the fun twist !!!!!!!
Using a torch, they’ll reveal hidden sections to discover whether the book or the movie is the crowd favorite and which one truly wins!
So, what would you choose… the book or the movie? Comment below. ... See MoreSee Less
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Well-read Wednesday: Where Display Boards Tell Their Stories!
Zooming in… can you guess the book cover? 👀
Ms. Caroline challenged students to identify books just by looking at zoomed-in sections of their covers, with a few clever hints along the way. It was a fun test of observation and reading knowledge!
A big congratulations to Adina Dickmans (10B) for winning the “Zooming In: Guess the Book Cover” challenge. Well done, Adina!
Stay tuned for more bookish fun! ... See MoreSee Less
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Throwback Tuesday
A look back at a delightful and innovative experience by our Grade 9 First Language & Literature students, together with Ms. Caroline, who brought stories to life by opening their very own Starbook Café!
The idea was simple yet brilliant to create a cozy café-style space where books and poems across different genres were the main attraction. From romance to mystery, poetry to adventure, students curated a rich and diverse selection to suit every reader’s taste.
What made it even more special? Students had to reserve and pay for a seat, just like in a real café! The excitement was real as the space quickly filled up with eager readers ready to enjoy literature in a whole new way.
Beyond the fun, this experience was a powerful learning journey. Students demonstrated excellent teamwork, carefully delegating tasks among themselves from managing reservations and welcoming guests to organising books and creating the perfect café atmosphere. They handled the crowd impressively, ensuring everything ran smoothly while keeping the vibe warm and inviting.
Most importantly, they discovered the simple joy of slowing down and experiencing reading with a latte in hand;a perfect blend of relaxation and imagination.
It was truly a memorable initiative that combined creativity, collaboration, and a love for literature. ... See MoreSee Less
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