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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Esol Education congratulates ASB for earning an “Outstanding” rating in all categories from the BQA.

Welcoming Three Dynamic Educators to the Esol Education Leadership Team.

Esol Education Sportsfest: 3 Days, 4 Schools, 100+ Athletes.

Middle School Science students at the American International School in Abu Dhabi (AISA) recently participated in a dynamic Sustainability Solutioneering Fair.

The IB Primary Years Student Showcase at AISA provides a platform for young learners to demonstrate their skills and accomplishments while actively involving parents in their educational journey.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge has nominated AISA for the prestigious Outstanding Teacher Professional Development Award.

Parshvi Bid, Grade 10 at Dunecrest, has completed the Swift Accelerator UAE Program and earned Apple Pro App certification.

Mohamad Al Fahim, a Grade 12 student at Dunecrest American School, has achieved an incredible milestone!

Fairgren's annual Week Without Walls , led by Ms. Shannon Johnson, MYP Coordinator, pushed students beyond their comfort zones.

Fairgreen's secondary students and staff embarked on the school's first-ever Umrah trip this year.

At Fairgreen International School, inclusion is more than a philosophy—it’s a fundamental cornerstone of the school community.

ASHK is delighted to announce that we have received three esteemed awards this year.

ASHK’s Grade 12 Class of 2025 is seeing great success in university applications, earning offers from top institutions like Berklee, Juilliard, Penn State, HKU, St Andrews, UCL, UNSW, UBC, and Queensland!

Apple, a Grade 12 student at ASHK, has been passionately playing ice hockey for over seven years.

The AIS U14 Girls' Basketball team achieved a significant victory at the Jr. NBA Tournament, winning the championship for the second consecutive year

AIS Egypt recently hosted students and faculty from New York University Abu Dhabi (NYU Abu Dhabi).

Lmar Elnajjar, an AIS Egypt Grade 11 student, recently made a powerful impact at Egypt’s inaugural UN GirlUp Summit, speaking passionately about women in leadership.

AIS West Grade 12 student Karima Mostafa was chosen to represent Egypt at the prestigious UNODC (United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime) Summit in Vienna in March 2025.

A question echoed in their minds: "How do the underprivileged find their passion?" Yasmine and Yassin, two remarkable grade 11 students, answered with "Path to Passion," a program supporting the girls of Banaty orphanage in Egypt.

Amina Orfi, a senior at AIS West, has made a remarkable leap in the world of professional squash.

The theme at this year's CES MUN conference was "International Cooperation in a Divided World."

Two Cairo English School students achieved remarkable success in the prestigious Hayah Art competition, which attracted over two thousand high-quality entries from across Cairo.

In Early Years Education, developing strong mathematical foundations is key to ensuring long-term success.

The American School of Bahrain radiated with excitement and Bahraini pride as the Bahrain National Football Team, champions of Gulf Cup 26, visited the campus. 

The ASB Parent Association organized its annual International Day, a vibrant celebration of the school's diverse community. Students, parents, and staff wore traditional attire, proudly representing their cultures.

High School students at ASB are participating in INJAZ Bahrain, Company Program, for the second consecutive year.

The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has launched two new academic programs: a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Mariam Madan, a standout student at the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), is making strides in finance and economic policy across the Middle East.

At the American University of Bahrain (AUBH), a cutting-edge teaching approach is bringing calculus to life through 3D printing.

The AISC School Debate Team took the floor at a recent High School assembly to consider the proposition: Schools should ban cell phones in their entirety. 

Week Without Walls is a travel program during which AISC students gain valuable insight and rewarding hands-on experience in a variety of international settings.

The recent Garden of Expression Fine Arts event was a spectacular celebration of student creativity across all school divisions, from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

UCA proudly recognizes Rayan Nasr for his outstanding academic achievements and unwavering dedication to excellence.

At UCA, STEM learning takes a hands-on approach —it comes to life through hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving.

This year at UCA, we launched the Youth Leadership Club (YLC), a student-led initiative designed to equip learners with essential leadership skills for life.