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
Congratulations to our Grade 3LM student, Tumelu!
Tumelu competed in the "TIA CUP–2026" Taekwondo Championship on April 3, 2026. She participated in the 8–9 age category (Division B, under 29 kg) and proudly secured 3rd place, earning a bronze medal. ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to our Grade 10B student, B. Bayarbayasgalan!
He won the gold medal in the –90 kg weight category at the Ulaanbaatar City Youth Kurash Wrestling Championship. The event was organized by the Government of Mongolia, the Governor’s Office of the Capital City, the Mongolian Kurash Wrestling Federation, and the International Kurash Association (IKA). With this achievement, he has proudly earned the title of city champion. ... See MoreSee Less
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ESM Scholarships 2026–2027 are now OPEN!
We are pleased to announce that the ESM Scholarship Programme is now open to both internal (current Grades 4–11) and external applicants joining Junior School (entering Grade 5), Secondary (entering Grades 6-9), and Sixth Form (entering Grade 11).
This year, ESM offers the All-Round Excellence Scholarship, recognising students who demonstrate strong academic performance alongside achievements in sports, arts, leadership, and community involvement. We are looking for well-rounded, versatile students who will serve as role models within the school community.
Awards range from 1,000,000 to 20,000,000 MNT
Application Deadline: 17 April, 15:00
Shortlisting: 24 April
Interviews: 27 April - 30 April
Final Results: 8 May 2026, 10:00
Apply & view full requirements:
sites.google.com/esm.edu.mn/scholarships/home
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IGCSE Prep Talk on Exam Success!
With IGCSE exams less than a month away, it is the perfect time for our high achievers to step forward and share their knowledge, experiences, and the challenges they have overcome.
We are proud of our 2025 IGCSE top performers, Ariunchimeg, Delger, Naranbileg, and Nara who delivered an engaging session for our students.
They shared subject-by-subject preparation tips and also emphasised the importance of consistent revision, practising with mark schemes, and focusing on weak areas.
Key exam tips included: time management, reading questions carefully, attempting all questions, and checking answers.
Their message was clear: with dedication, consistency, and the right strategies, success is within reach.
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Wonderful to see! Well done everyone
We are proud to share that our Grade 7A student, Sodmisheel, successfully participated in the prestigious Carnegie Hall “Crescendo International Music” Piano Competition held in New York City, USA, on March 29, 2026, and earned an outstanding 2nd place.
In addition, Sodmisheel competed in the Girls’ Under-14 Futsal National Championship 2026, organized by the Mongolian Football Federation, representing Kharaatsai FC and winning a silver medal.
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Big congrats to our Student G. Tsetsenjargal of Grade 4BA, an athlete from the Tsatsralt club, won a gold medal in the U11 girls’ team event at the National Archery Championship held on March 21-22, 2026. She also became the national record holder in the girls’ team category. ... See MoreSee Less
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Gunbileg from Grade 10A won a bronze medal in the U16 category at the Capital City Winter Sports Festival on March 21, 2026. 🥉
He also earned a gold medal in the men’s division at the Amateur Category A competition on March 28. 🥇
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Congratulations to Oyutsetsen Tserenkhuu 5CB.
She competed in the National Archery Championship held on March 21st and 22nd during the 2026 Spring break, and she proudly earned a bronze medal with her team in the Recurve U13 category. We are proud of you.
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Very cool job Oyutsetsen Tserenkhuu 😎
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Congratulations to our student, V. Angarag from Class 6A, for winning 1st place and earning a gold medal in the -35 kg fighting category at the Sod Mongol Group’s ‘Baga Tengger Brothers’ First Tournament. ... See MoreSee Less
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