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
Round 1 of Hidden Talent was successfully completed! 🎉
We would like to wish all our talented students who showcased their skills the very best of luck in the Final Round! 🌟👏 ... See MoreSee Less
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Our ESM Chinese language students have arrived in Shanghai and begun their exciting cultural journey! ✈️
On their first day, students toured the beautiful classical Guyi Garden, where they took part in an interactive Chinese poetry session and explored how traditional garden design can influence mood and emotion.
It was a wonderful opportunity for our students to experience Chinese language, literature, culture, and traditional architecture beyond the classroom and bring their learning to life.
A fantastic start to their Shanghai journey! We look forward to sharing more of their experiences in the days ahead. ❤️
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We are proud to share the achievement of Itgel. Ts, our Grade 4WL student and a swimmer with Legacy Swimming Club.
Itgel successfully competed in the Khangarid Club Swimming Championship, winning 4 gold medals and 3 bronze medals. The competition brought together more than 330 swimmers from 22 clubs.
Itgel’s achievements:
50m Freestyle - Gold Medal
100m Freestyle - Gold Medal
100m Backstroke - Gold Medal
100m Butterfly - Gold Medal
50m Backstroke - Bronze Medal
100m Individual Medley - Bronze Medal
Mixed Team Relay - Bronze Medal
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Congratulations to our Grade 4RR student, Tumelu. B!
We are proud to celebrate Tumelu’s fantastic achievements in Taekwondo and Swimming throughout 2026!
Taekwondo: Gold and Silver Medals at the Hainan Taekwondo Open 2026, Champion’s Trophy in King of Kings Poomsae, Gold Medals at the Multi-City Olympic Taekwondo Championship and Nalaihkh Cup 2026
Swimming: Five Bronze Medals in butterfly, backstroke, freestyle and mixed team relay events at the Khangardi Club Swimming Championship in Erdenet.
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Congratulations, Sayan. O!
Our Grade 9D student, Sayan, proudly represented ESM in the 14–15 age category, winning three bronze medals in the 50m, 100m and 200m backstroke events. From 10 - 12 September 2026, more than 330 athletes from 22 clubs competed in the Khangarid Club Swimming Competition in Erdenet.
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Congratulations to our Grade 10B student Odjargal. V !
We are proud of our student for representing Mongolia at the TeenEagle International Competition USA Global Finals 2026, held at Montclair State University, New Jersey, from 26 - 31 July.
After winning a Gold Medal in the preliminary round, our student successfully qualified for the global finals and achieved outstanding results:
🥇 Overall Winner – 1st Place in their category
🥇 Gold Medal in Knowledge Quiz and Spelling Bee
🥇 Gold Medal in Debate and Essay Writing
🏆 2nd Place Overall in the Knowledge Quiz
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For the 2026–2027 academic year, we are offering a wide range of enriching clubs designed to help students discover and develop their talents and interests. ... See MoreSee Less
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Please enjoy more pictures from our Annual Countryside Day 2026! ... See MoreSee Less
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Countryside Day 2026
The day was filled with fun activities, team games and plenty of fresh air, giving our students a wonderful opportunity to spend time together, build stronger friendships and enjoy an active day outside the classroom.
It was a day full of energy, laughter and great memories — a wonderful way to connect, have fun and create lasting memories together! ✨ ... See MoreSee Less
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