Esol Education acquires strategic stake in the American University of Bahrain

Manama: Esol Education (Esol), the world’s largest operator of American-curriculum K-12 schools outside of the United States of America, is excited to announce that it has concluded a strategic partnership with the Elm Education Fund in respect of the American University of Bahrain (AUBH). Along with the newly acquired strategic stake, Esol Education will play an active role in the development of the institution with two of its representatives joining the Board of Directors of AUBH.

Speaking on behalf of the Elm Education Fund, member of the AUBH Board of Directors Mr. Marwan Tabbara shared, “We are excited to welcome Esol Education as a strategic partner in AUBH and expand the scope of their involvement across the fund. Their reputation for academic excellence, experience in the region, and long-standing relationships with American-based academic institutions will be a great asset to the partners and academic leadership of AUBH, and further support the University’s development and growth.”

Through this new partnership Esol Education seeks to provide an attractive regional higher-education pathway for students enrolled in its K-12 schools across the Middle East and internationally. It also intends to leverage its established network in the development of new educational partnerships for AUBH, as it has most recently done with the introduction of California State University Northridge (CSUN) as a proposed academic partner to AUBH, providing AUBH students with opportunities to study abroad in the United States of America and complete their studies in the State of California.

Renowned for its commitment to advancing high quality American education within the Middle East for over 44 years, Esol Education has earned its status as a trusted partner. Its Superintendent and Chairman, Walid Abushakra, commented, “We are excited to be playing a role in AUBH, which is destined to become the Kingdom of Bahrain’s leading institution of higher learning. The planned academic partnership with CSUN will support the University in fulfilling its promise to produce thousands of young graduates with the skills needed to contribute to Bahrain’s future success in the global economy. Esol Education’s strategic stake in AUBH underscores our long-term commitment to the educational landscape in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the wider region.”

Esol Education has also recently established the American School of Bahrain (ASB) in partnership with the Elm Education Fund, which opened its doors to students in the Kingdom of Bahrain in September 2020. ASB offers a holistic and challenging American and international educational program with experienced leadership, dedicated and caring educators and state-of-the-art facilities.

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About American University of Bahrain (AUBH):

AUBH is the first comprehensive, purpose-built, American-style co-educational university in the Kingdom of Bahrain and is supported through the Elm Education Fund. The University offers a holistic journey for students and a unique approach to education that fosters interaction and collaboration between students, faculty, and the professional community.

The contemporary, innovative, and high-tech 75,000 square meter campus is situated in Riffa, Bahrain and enhances the teaching and learning experience for both faculty and students. Along with classrooms, a library and labs, the campus includes a Sports Center with indoor and outdoor courts and fields, vast Student Commons, and an Auditorium for special events.

AUBH curricula is built by experts and specialists to equip students with the knowledge and soft skills to succeed in a rapidly ever-changing environment. The AUBH quality of American-style education mirrors that of the best universities in the United States of America. The University’s unique academic structure enables students to find their real passions and allows them to develop their abilities, leading to long successful careers in their chosen industry.

AUBH is proud to be licensed by the Higher Education Council of the Ministry of Education of Bahrain. The University is seeking institutional accreditation with one of the six U.S. regional accreditors recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), holding the highest level of quality assurance at the institutional level. For more information about AUBH please visit www.aubh.edu.bh .

About Esol Education:

The world’s largest operator of American international schools, Esol Education has been providing high quality K-12 education to students in the Middle East and beyond since 1976, across schools in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, Cairo, Nicosia, and Lebanon. The organization serves more than 10,000 students, facilitating the pursuit of knowledge in a stimulating, culturally inclusive environment. With a strong focus on providing the highest standards of educational excellence, Esol Education schools enjoy the benefits of experienced leadership, dedicated teachers, and superlative facilities.

Esol Education aims to develop well-rounded global citizens who are socially responsible lifelong learners. With a view towards preparing young people to meet the call of the 21st century, we measure our success through our students’ progress, performance and wellbeing. Our teams of educators use research-based, progressive teaching methods tailored to children’s individual needs, putting students at the forefront of their learning. Bright and articulate, Esol students take great pride in their education, going on to attend leading universities across the world. For more information about Esol Education and our schools, please visit www.esoleducation.com. 

About California State University Northridge (CSUN):

CSUN is part of the 23-campus California State University system, the largest university system in the United States, with more than 480,000 students and nearly 53,000 faculty and staff.  As part of this system, CSUN is one of the largest universities in the United States, enrolling more than 38,300 full- and part-time students in Fall 2019.  CSUN combines breadth of study with rigorous professional preparation in a wide range of fields, including engineering, computer science, advanced STEM fields, business, sciences, healthcare, counseling and social service professions, entertainment industries, media and the arts, social sciences and humanities.  The university has nine colleges and more than 2,000 faculty members who teach courses leading to bachelor’s degrees in 69 disciplines, master’s degrees in 69 fields and three doctorates. CSUN is widely recognized for impacting the lives of students and preparing them for leadership roles. For more information about CSUN, visit www.csun.edu . 

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