Arab-British English Language Centre (ABELC)
Empowering Learners Through Excellence in English Language Education
The Arab-British English Language Centre (ABELC) is a specialist educational unit of The Arab Group for Higher Education, dedicated to delivering high-quality English language education and internationally recognised English language test preparation.
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About ABELC
The Arab-British English Language Centre (ABELC) provides innovative, learner-centred English language education designed to help students achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals.
As a specialist educational unit of The Arab Group for Higher Education, we combine experienced instructors, internationally aligned curricula, and interactive teaching methods to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
We believe that learning English opens doors to higher education, international careers, and lifelong opportunities.
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We offer a comprehensive range of English language programmes designed to meet the needs of students, professionals, and university applicants.
Duolingo English Test (DET)
Prepare confidently for the Duolingo English Test with expert instruction and authentic practice.
General English
Develop your everyday English communication skills for study, work, and daily life.
English Grammar Skills
Strengthen your understanding of English grammar through interactive and practical lessons.
Listening & Speaking
Improve fluency, pronunciation, listening comprehension, and spoken confidence.
Meet Our Instructors
Danielle Fones
Danielle Fones is a native British English language instructor with extensive teaching experience in the United Kingdom and Bahrain. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from the University of Derby, a TEFL Certificate, and an LLB in Law.
Danielle is passionate about creating engaging, inclusive learning environments where students develop confidence, communication skills, and academic success through interactive, learner-centred teaching.
Dina Rankin
Dina Rankin is a dedicated English language educator based in the United Kingdom with a strong background in classroom teaching and student support.
She holds a BA in English Language and Literature from Cairo University, recognised by UK ENIC as comparable to a UK Bachelor’s degree, and is currently undertaking a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through the National Institute of Teaching.
Passionate about learner-centred education, Dina is committed to creating engaging learning environments that help students build confidence, strengthen their language skills, and achieve academic success.
Maha ElBanna
Maha ElBanna is an experienced English language educator with over 16 years of teaching experience and 15 years of professional English–Arabic translation expertise.
She holds a Master of Public Health from Al-Quds University and a Bachelor of Science from Framingham State University (USA).
Combining extensive classroom experience with professional training and communication expertise, Maha is passionate about helping learners strengthen their English language skills, build confidence, and achieve academic and professional success through engaging, learner-centred instruction.
Aya Zakareya Mohammed
Aya Zakareya Mohammed is an accomplished English language lecturer with extensive experience in higher education and English language training.
She holds an MA in Applied Linguistics from Cairo University and is currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Linguistics. With over a decade of experience teaching at leading universities and language institutions, including Nile University and The American University in Cairo (AUC), Aya specialises in Academic English, Business English, IELTS preparation, and Research Writing.
She is passionate about delivering innovative, learner-centred instruction that empowers students to achieve academic excellence and professional success.
Zara Rakkar
Zara Rakkar is a CELTA-qualified native English language instructor with a BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature and over 6 years of teaching and tutoring experience.
She is passionate about delivering engaging, learner-centred lessons that develop students’ confidence, communication skills, and academic success.
With experience teaching English in international language schools and preparing students through Cambridge-style instruction, Zara creates supportive learning environments that inspire learners to achieve their full potential.