About the Essel Learning Centre
The Essel Learning Centre is an institution devoted to advancing the self and society. It is a place where
students are encouraged to constantly push the boundaries of their understanding of the world around
them. We foster inquisitiveness and creativity in our classrooms and motivate students to use their minds
for the betterment of humanity.
Like Essel trees, students trained in our programs are able to thrive in the intellectually challenging
environments of the modern world. Because we focus on the fundamentals in our mathematics, science
and language courses, students develop a set of tools that they will use for the rest of their lives. In
particular, our gifted program in mathematics and science provide students with the rigorous training
necessary to survive in the top engineering and science university programs. In short, the Essel Learning
Centre is committed to educational and academic excellence.
Essel: A Symbol of Strength and Eternity
Essel is another name for the tamarisk, a species of
the genus Tamarix. This genus comprises of flowering
plants that are native to drier areas of Eurasia and
Africa. Essel trees often grow in some of the most
difficult environments for plants. They tolerate soils
with high salt concentration and can also tolerate
alkali conditions. The Essel, with its sturdy trunk and
evergreen leaves, was considered to be a symbol of
eternity in ancient times.