The English School of Mongolia
International School in Ulaanbaatar, Bayanzurkh District, Mongolia
At a glance
- Type: International School
- Ages: 4–18
- Curriculum: IB Programmes, Cambridge IGCSEs, British curriculum
- Languages: English, Mongolian, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian
- Address: Tokyo Street-89, 1st khoroo, Ulaanbaatar, Bayanzurkh District, Mongolia
- Website: http://esm.edu.mn/
The English School of Mongolia is an international school in Ulaanbaatar, in the Bayanzurkh District at Tokyo Street-89, 1st khoroo, serving students from ages 4 to 18. Its guiding ideas are Respect, Responsibility and Resilience, with the phrase “Global minds, confident futures” reflecting the school’s outlook. The school says it aims to deliver a high calibre education while celebrating cultural and personal values, and it describes an environment where the strengths of every child are identified and nurtured. It also emphasises support for students’ educational, moral, social and spiritual needs.
ESM runs a comprehensive, internationally minded curriculum with Britishness at its heart. It is an authorised IB World School, with the IB Diploma Programme at the end of the journey, and it also offers Cambridge IGCSEs and BTEC qualifications. The school is inspected to the British Government’s BSO standards. Language learning is broad, with English alongside Mongolian, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Russian. The combination of programmes and languages gives the school a clear international profile without losing its British framework.
Day to day life at ESM includes student leadership, wellbeing support, clubs, trips, sports and performing arts. The school says it offers strong pastoral practices through Form Tutor and House systems, and that each area of the school has a dedicated Pastoral Lead working with Form Tutors and experienced Safeguarding, Counselling and Psychologist teams. Clubs change and develop over time and have included martial arts, sports, drama, canvas and felt crafts, chess, robotics and meditation. Trips are a regular part of school life too, including residential study trips overseas for Sixth Form and within Mongolia for Secondary and Junior School students, as well as international language trips and sports tours. The school also highlights state-of-the-art facilities and experienced coaches supporting team and individual sports.
What stands out at ESM is the way academic study sits alongside pastoral care, leadership and enrichment. Students can move into roles such as Sixth Form prefects, Student Council members, House Captains, Secondary School Leaders and Junior School Leaders, while the arts programme gives every student opportunities to perform and participate. It can suit families looking for an English-language international school in Mongolia with a British and IB pathway, a wide language offer, and a strong emphasis on wellbeing, leadership and all-round development.
Frequently asked questions about The English School of Mongolia
Where is The English School of Mongolia located?
The English School of Mongolia is located at Tokyo Street-89, 1st khoroo, Ulaanbaatar, Bayanzurkh District, Mongolia. You can view the exact position on the map on this page and open it in your preferred maps app for directions.
What type of school is The English School of Mongolia?
The English School of Mongolia is listed in the IPC Education directory as a international school serving families in Ulaanbaatar, Bayanzurkh District, Mongolia, with a curriculum described as IB Programmes, Cambridge IGCSEs, British curriculum.
What ages does The English School of Mongolia accept?
This listing shows ages 4–18. Entry points and class groupings can change from year to year, so confirm current intake ages with the school before applying.
What curriculum and languages are used?
Curriculum information on record: IB Programmes, Cambridge IGCSEs, British curriculum. Languages of instruction listed: English, Mongolian, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian.
How do I apply or arrange a visit to The English School of Mongolia?
Start by using the Request Information button on this page or by contacting the school directly. Most schools ask for a visit first, then an application form, a copy of the child's birth record and immunisation record, and a registration fee. Confirm the exact steps and deadlines with the school, as requirements differ across Ulaanbaatar, Bayanzurkh District, Mongolia.
Is The English School of Mongolia an IPC Verified school?
The English School of Mongolia is not currently listed as an IPC Verified school and is not authorised to display the IPC Verified badge.
How do I contact The English School of Mongolia?
Website: esm.edu.mn · Address: Tokyo Street-89, 1st khoroo, Ulaanbaatar, Bayanzurkh District, Mongolia
Does The English School of Mongolia publish fees?
The published price band for this listing is High. Fees vary by age group, term and optional services, so request a current fee schedule from the school.
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