What services does Atlantic Ivy offer?

Atlantic Ivy offers comprehensive educational programs including debate training, public speaking classes, university admissions consulting, academic writing programs, tournament training, summer intensives, and corporate communication training. We serve students aged 5-18 and professionals across Dubai and globally online.

Who are your instructors?

Atlantic Ivy was founded by Ricky Huang, former Director of Training at the Oxford Union. Our coaches include debaters from Oxford, Harvard, Cambridge, and Columbia who have competed at the highest international levels. Many have won major tournaments like the World Universities Debating Championship and have trained national teams.

Do you offer online classes?

Yes! We offer live online classes for debate, public speaking, and academic writing programs. Students worldwide can join our expert-led sessions via Zoom with the same quality instruction as our in-person Dubai classes.

What age groups do you serve?

We welcome students from age 5 through 18, with age-appropriate programs at every level. Public speaking starts at ages 5-6, competitive debate typically begins around 10-12, and we offer advanced programs for teenagers. We also provide executive coaching and corporate training for professionals.

Where are you located in Dubai?

Our Dubai training center is at 12AC12 I-Rise Tower in Barsha Heights, easily accessible from Dubai Marina, JLT, and Media City. We offer both in-person classes at this location and live online classes for students anywhere in the world.

Can I try a class before enrolling?

Absolutely! We offer free 2-hour trial classes so your child can experience our teaching approach before committing. Book your trial class anytime—no payment required, no commitment necessary.

What results have your students achieved?

At the Harvard Invitational 2026, our students achieved a 30% break rate with teams reaching elimination rounds and speakers placing in top rankings out of 466 competitors. Our students regularly place at Stanford, Yale, Oxford, and Cambridge tournaments, and many have been admitted to top universities worldwide.

How do I choose the right program?

Start by exploring the specific service area you're interested in—whether that's debate, public speaking, consulting, or another vertical. Each program page provides detailed information about curriculum, age groups, and scheduling. You can also book a free consultation to discuss your goals with our team.

Exam Preparation

UK Exam Preparation

Master the ISEB Pre-Test and Common Entrance exams with expert tutoring in Dubai. Proven track record of top scores.

ISEB Pre-Test Common Entrance

First Hurdle

ISEB Pre-Test Preparation

The ISEB Pre-Test is taken at age 10-11 (Year 6). It's the first major exam for 13+ entry to UK boarding schools.

What is the ISEB Pre-Test?

Online Adaptive Test

Takes 2.5 hours. Questions adapt to student's performance in real-time.

Three Sections

English (comprehension, vocabulary), Maths (problem solving), Verbal Reasoning (logic).

Standardized Scoring

Scored 0-100+ with national average around 50. Top schools want 75-85+.

Score Expectations by School Tier

Top (Eton, Winchester)

75-85+

95th+ percentile

Highly Competitive (Harrow, Radley)

68-78

85th-95th percentile

Competitive (Rugby, Tonbridge)

60-70

70th-85th percentile

Our ISEB Preparation Program

Diagnostic Assessment

Initial practice test to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

Personalized Study Plan

6-12 month timeline with weekly targets and practice schedules.

Weekly Tutoring

One-on-one sessions covering English, Maths, and Verbal Reasoning.

Mock Tests

Regular practice tests under exam conditions with detailed feedback.

Final Exam

Common Entrance Exam Preparation

The Common Entrance (CE) is taken in Year 8 (age 13). It's the final exam to secure your boarding school place.

8-9 Subjects

Core: English, Maths, Science. Plus: Languages, History, Geography, Religious Studies.

School-Set Targets

Each school sets required scores in conditional offer (typically 65-75% average).

3-Year Papers

Level 1, 2, or 3 depending on ability. Most top schools require Level 2 or 3.

Our Common Entrance Program

Subject-by-Subject Tutoring

Expert tutors for all CE subjects with UK curriculum experience.

Past Paper Practice

Work through real CE papers from previous years with detailed marking.

Score Target Setting

Based on conditional offer requirements, we set specific score goals.

Exam Strategy

Time management, question selection, and stress management techniques.

+12 points

Average ISEB Score Improvement

95%+

Students Achieve Target Scores

72%

Average CE Score

8-10

Months Average Preparation

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