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With an unwavering commitment to providing students with an inspiring and well-rounded education, Esol Education builds solid academic foundations, while igniting imaginations, fostering critical thinking and shaping fully-engaged lifelong learners.

- Chairman and Superintendent, Walid Abushakra

Vision, Strategy, and Growth

Future Forward

In 2021, Esol Education celebrated 45 years of educational excellence. Starting from our very first school in Kuwait, our journey has taken us across continents, growing to 10 schools, serving over 10,000 students. With well-resourced, purpose-built campuses featuring state of the art educational technology, our teachers use modern pedagogical approaches to deliver holistic, world-class learning, preparing students for a fast-paced future.

Esol Education's mission is to provide outstanding education to students and excellent professional opportunities for educators in international communities, instilling the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in the 21st century.

CORE VALUES

Feeds

"My son enjoys the liberal academic atmosphere at school and the relationship with his classmates is very close. Teachers are able to lead my son to realize his potential. My son has a very clear goal to challenge himself."

Parent, American School Hong Kong

"As new parents - we absolutely LOVE the school and can't stop talking about it to family and friends! Our boys are shining examples of how much joy and happiness the school embeds within them! Our boys have had exposure in every field - from sport, theatre, school teams, eco-council, outdoor trips, within just their first months! Very VERY happy parents!"

Parent, Fairgreen International School, Dubai

"The constant check-ins, messages, emails, and group activities online helped keep that feeling of connectivity during e-learning."

Parent, Dunecrest American School, Dubai

"A close knit community of schools set on the purpose of changing the future of our world for the better."

Teacher, Universal College - Aley

"I appreciate the way the teachers encourage kids to chase after their dreams and inspirations but more importantly that the school listens to us parents and allows us to take part in the process which really strengthens the community feel in the school. We love ASB!"

Teacher, American School of Bahrain

"ASHK has a team of positive, caring and patient teachers and staff, leading to a sense of harmony and positivity among students and their parents."

Parent, American School Hong Kong

"The school environment makes my child a “happy” child, eager to come to school every day and learn."

Parent, American International School in Cyprus

"Full of new ideas, new facilities with great resources and very good teachers."

Teacher, American International School in Egypt - Main

"The IB Diploma Programme opened up the world to my daughter ! She makes us proud every passing day and we are thankful for her support system at school."

Parent, American International School in Cyprus

"We’d like to comment on the overall welcoming feeling we receive when we are at Fairgreen. The main gate security /parking assistant is one of the most welcoming people we’ve seen, and the whole team walking in, is truly warm and welcoming. Keira's class and teachers are fantastic. They go the extra mile everyday for every student and parent. We are truly blessed and feel happy with her class placement this year."

Parent, Fairgreen International School, Dubai

"The school has exceeded our expectations in providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Seeing our boys happy and excited about going to school every day is truly rewarding."

Teacher, American School of Bahrain

"Our school has wonderful teachers that are committed to giving their students a quality education through a creative and loving environment."

Teacher, American International School in Egypt - Main

"Thank you, amazing teachers! The level of care and communication during these tough and adaptive times has been amazing."

Parent, Dunecrest American School, Dubai

"We are a real community, we are diverse, the teachers are wonderful and make learning fun!"

Teacher, American International School in Abu Dhabi

"We take care of the learning needs of every individual student by differentiating our instruction."

Teacher, American International School in Cyprus

"My daughter has been attending Fairgreen since KG-1 and she’s loved the school and teachers from day one. She loves the school, feels accepted, and year after year her teachers have all been supportive and overall amazing! We can see the incredible influence the environment has had on her academic life and social and emotional development as well. Thank you all."

Parent, Fairgreen International School, Dubai

"Students are responsible for their learning and take pride in adopting to different situations and making sound judgements"

Teacher, Universal College - Aley, Lebanon

"What we enjoy and appreciate most is that all ASB members build personal connections with children, creating an inclusive and open environment where children can be themselves, feel comfortable and confident."

Teacher, American School of Bahrain

"We do appreciate all the love & caring that our children receive every day from the moment they enter the school gate. And we can tell they are having a good day when we fetch them after school. We like all the teachers and staff here. What we love ASHK the most is the community as a whole, like a family. "

Parent, American School Hong Kong

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Editor's Note

As another academic year draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on life at Esol Education schools - bustling campuses filled with creativity, curiosity, and the daily rhythm of discovery.

Behind the Scenes

For our families, the daily experience of school life revolves around its classrooms, culture, and community. Behind the scenes, however, the Esol Education organization plays a vital role in making that experience consistent, high-quality, and future-ready.

Navigating the AI Fast Lane

Dr. Joseph Nettikaden outlines pathways for schools to roll out AI initiatives that can supercharge teaching & learning, while ensuring student and staff safety and wellbeing.

New Game. New Playbook.

STRIDES catches up with MSA President Christian Talbot for a deep dive into the modern K-12 education landscape, and gains his insights on the challenges and exciting opportunities that lie ahead for education leaders.

Global Stewardship

John Jalsevac has been a stalwart presence on the Esol leadership team for over a decade. STRIDES connected with this inspiring leader to delve into his remarkable journey and hear about his vision for AISC in the years ahead.

A Phoenician Legacy

Dr. Bassem Akl from Esol Education’s Universal College - Aley, takes us on a journey to the ancient city state of Byblos, which, along with Tyre and Beirut in Lebanon, was the homeland of the Phoenicians.

The Essential Skills For a Bright Future: Embracing A Human-Centered Approach

As we look ahead to 2030, it’s easy to picture a world dominated by machines-where AI takes care of everything and coding is at the forefront. But the reality is much richer and, honestly, more hopeful.

Goal-Getter: From Classroom to Champion

Not long ago, Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush was walking the halls of Esol Education’s American International School in Egypt, balancing classes, projects, and soccer practice. Today, he’s living the dream of millions—playing in packed stadiums as a Premier League footballer.

Fairgreen Parent Ismahane Elouafi is TIME100 World’s Most Influential

Esol Education proudly celebrates Ms. Ismahene Elouafi, part of the parent community at Esol’s Fairgreen International School, Dubai, being named on the 2025 TIME100 list of the world’s 100 most influential people.

Rhythm Rising

From International trips to Dusseldorf and Seoul, a variety of local performances opportunities for students, to exceptional university placements, the music department at American School Hong Kong celebrates a fantastic year of student growth and achievement.

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With an unwavering commitment to providing students with an inspiring and well-rounded education, Esol Education builds solid academic foundations, while igniting imaginations, fostering critical thinking and shaping fully-engaged lifelong learners.

Vision, Strategy, and Growth

Future Forward

CORE VALUES

Feeds

"My son enjoys the liberal academic atmosphere at school and the relationship with his classmates is very close. Teachers are able to lead my son to realize his potential. My son has a very clear goal to challenge himself."

"The constant check-ins, messages, emails, and group activities online helped keep that feeling of connectivity during e-learning."

"A close knit community of schools set on the purpose of changing the future of our world for the better."

"I appreciate the way the teachers encourage kids to chase after their dreams and inspirations but more importantly that the school listens to us parents and allows us to take part in the process which really strengthens the community feel in the school. We love ASB!"

"ASHK has a team of positive, caring and patient teachers and staff, leading to a sense of harmony and positivity among students and their parents."

"The school environment makes my child a “happy” child, eager to come to school every day and learn."

"Full of new ideas, new facilities with great resources and very good teachers."

"The IB Diploma Programme opened up the world to my daughter ! She makes us proud every passing day and we are thankful for her support system at school."

"The school has exceeded our expectations in providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Seeing our boys happy and excited about going to school every day is truly rewarding."

"Our school has wonderful teachers that are committed to giving their students a quality education through a creative and loving environment."

"Thank you, amazing teachers! The level of care and communication during these tough and adaptive times has been amazing."

"We are a real community, we are diverse, the teachers are wonderful and make learning fun!"

"We take care of the learning needs of every individual student by differentiating our instruction."

"Students are responsible for their learning and take pride in adopting to different situations and making sound judgements"

"What we enjoy and appreciate most is that all ASB members build personal connections with children, creating an inclusive and open environment where children can be themselves, feel comfortable and confident."

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