WRITING · Level 9 · Ages 12–18 · Dubai (in person)
Ivy Scholar - Premium 1-on-1 John Locke Track
Premium one-on-one John Locke preparation: 20 hours of dedicated mentorship, unlimited revisions and competition strategy for students targeting top honours.
About this course
Ivy Scholar is our most intensive John Locke Essay Competition track. Students receive 20 hours of exclusive one-on-one mentorship with flexible scheduling, personalised prompt selection, unlimited essay revisions and direct mentor access throughout the writing process. Designed for students aiming for High Commendation, Very High Commendation or category prizes. Our students include the first Emirati student to receive Very High Commendation.
Is this the right fit?
- Who it's for
- Students ages 12–18 · Scholars Program track · Level 9 of 10
- Where it happens
- This course currently meets live online (Dubai pricing applies). Our Dubai classroom is at I-Rise Tower, Barsha Heights, Dubai.
Class schedule
All times are shown in Dubai time (GST, UTC+4). This course currently meets online; Dubai pricing applies.
What students achieve
- ✓Complete an 18-week guided competition journey
- ✓Select the optimal category and prompt
- ✓Develop an original thesis with expert testing
- ✓Revise without limits until submission-ready
- ✓Master competition strategy and judging criteria
- ✓Work directly with a dedicated mentor
Weekly curriculum
9 weeks of structured instruction, one topic building on the next.
01Assessment and Category Selection
Week 1 focuses on assessment and category selection, building on previous weeks' learning.
02Deep Reading and Research
Week 2 focuses on deep reading and research, building on previous weeks' learning.
03Thesis Development
Week 3 focuses on thesis development, building on previous weeks' learning.
04Comprehensive Research
Week 4 focuses on comprehensive research, building on previous weeks' learning.
05First Draft Creation
Week 5 focuses on first draft creation, building on previous weeks' learning.
06Revision Cycle I
Week 6 focuses on revision cycle i, building on previous weeks' learning.
07Revision Cycle II
Week 7 focuses on revision cycle ii, building on previous weeks' learning.
08Revision Cycle III
Week 8 focuses on revision cycle iii, building on previous weeks' learning.
09Final Preparation
Week 9 focuses on final preparation, building on previous weeks' learning.
What's included
- ✓Live 2-hour in-person classes at our Barsha Heights classroom
- ✓Small groups capped at 1 students for personal attention
- ✓Written parent feedback after every single class
- ✓Hub access with recordings, resources, and progress tracking
- ✓Tournament support: registration and coaching for competitions
How enrollment works
- 1
Enroll and pay
Secure checkout takes a minute. Pick a class time, add the course to your cart, and complete payment online.
- 2
We confirm your place
Our team reaches out on WhatsApp or email to welcome your child, confirm the class time, and answer any questions.
- 3
First session
You receive arrival details for our classroom at I-Rise Tower, Barsha Heights before the first class, and your child joins the group in person.
Frequently asked questions
What if I miss a class?
We offer free, complimentary makeups for all students in cases where a class is missed. Contact us to arrange a makeup session.
How do you track progress?
We send parents written feedback on their students after every class! This includes areas of strength and specific recommendations for improvement.
Are tournaments required?
No, however we always encourage and support tournament attendance. Tournaments are a great way for students to apply their skills in a competitive environment.
How do I pay?
We accept Credit Card, Bank Transfer, Cash, WeChat, and Alipay. Payment plans are available upon request.
Questions before you book? Message us on WhatsApp and a coach will reply.
From our families
“Attending Atlantic Ivy was one of the best decisions for my debate journey. The structured coaching, tailored curriculum, and engaging practice rounds helped me excel in high-level competitions. Coaches like Perry and Ricky greatly improved my argumentation, strategy, and delivery.”
Smayan Sethi
Student, Debate Academy I, Fall 2024
Also available online
The same course runs live on Zoom, so students can join from anywhere in the world.
Ivy Scholar Online
$2,600 USD