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Kuwait Bilingual School 2 (KBS 2) is a private, independent K-12 IB World School in Kuwait, founded in 1998 to offer bilingual, values-based education in Arabic and English. The school offers IB programs across all levels—PYP in Early Years and Elementary in a bilingual English-Arabic environment; MYP in Middle School; and DP in High School, alongside the American Bilingual High School Diploma, which integrates Arabic language, Islamic studies, and culture. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, global citizenship, and student agency, with digital literacy and project-based approaches embedded throughout. Facilities include an Innovation Center with technology for Web design, AI/ML, 3D printing, robotics, VR/AR, and engineering design; a multilingual library with over 50,000 titles; dedicated arts and performance spaces; two full-sized swimming pools; and multiple gyms. Service learning, global citizenship initiatives, and CAS within the DP underpin community involvement and real-world application of learning. KBS 2 maintains university and career preparation.
KES delivers a British-based education in English for students aged 3–19. Early Years follows the English National Curriculum; Primary follows the England and Wales curriculum, with Arabic and Islamic Studies aligned to MoE programs. In Secondary, Years 7–9 follow the English National Curriculum, Years 10–11 work toward Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel GCSE, and Years 12–13 offer A-levels in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Literature, Geography, History, Design Technology, Art, Drama, Music, and Languages such as Spanish and French. The Green Unit provides specialist support for learners with learning disabilities. Facilities include science labs, drama studios, ICT suites, libraries, an indoor gym and swimming pool, plus a Sixth Form Centre known as The Millennium, a Music Centre and an Art & Design Technology Centre. KES became a Google Reference School in 2014. In 2022 Sama Educational Company acquired KES and partners with Aldenham School and Royal Grammar School Guildford. Robotics and Model United Nations are extracurriculars.
Al-Bayan International School (BIS) is a private, non-profit school in Kuwait teaching the American Curriculum to students aged 4 to 18. With a small student body of just 436 pupils, the school caps classrooms at a maximum of 18 students. Each homeroom is assigned a dedicated educational assistant to help teachers provide targeted academic and behavioral support. The curriculum places a heavy emphasis on digital literacy through its required Instructional Technology program. Elementary students begin with touch-typing and basic software applications, while middle and high school students advance to web page design, database creation, and desktop publishing. Non-native speakers receive Resource Room Support, while native speakers take targeted Arabic as a First Language (AFL) classes. Campus infrastructure supports these programs with dedicated computer labs, science labs, a large central sports hall, and two secondary sports halls.
New English School in Kuwait City delivers the British curriculum from Kindergarten through A level, with English as the language of instruction. It offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS, and Cambridge A Levels, while Early Years (KG and Reception) follow the England Early Years Curriculum and Years 1–2 follow the 2014 National Curriculum. Years 3–6 adapt the National Curriculum to suit the local community. Arabic, Islamics and Quran are taught, with support for pupils whose first language is not Arabic. Founded over 50 years ago by the late Mr. Tareq S. Rajab, NES was Kuwait's first private, co-educational day school to offer the British curriculum across the full age range. The purpose-built campus opened in 1974 and has been expanded to support a broad learning environment. Facilities include specialist teachers for Computer Science, Music and PE; a lending Infant Library; Chromebooks and interactive white boards. Extracurriculars include Gala Concerts, Model United Nations, local ISACK sports leagues, and charitable initiatives led by students.
American Creativity Academy – Salmiya Girls Campus is a private, girls-only school in Salmiya, Kuwait, serving ages 3–18. It is part of ACA's Kuwait network with three campuses; the Girls Campus on Al Muthana Street educates more than 1,250 female students from Grade 1 to Grade 12. The school delivers a standards-based American curriculum with English as the language of instruction from Pre-KG, and teaches Arabic and Islam studies through Grade 12. It is authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12 and is accredited by the Council of International Schools and the Middle States Association. Notable programs include Lions Quest Life Skills, an Enrichment Program (Grades 2–8) and an Honors Program (Grades 9–10), plus ESL support (KG–5). Facilities include an auditorium, large cafeteria, two libraries, science and computer labs, art rooms, a swimming pool, and a Garden Oasis. After-school clubs and leadership opportunities support academics, arts, and sport.
Danah Universal School of Kuwait offers an American curriculum guided by Common Core standards and is Cognia-accredited. The school serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, delivering instruction in English with a broad range of subjects and assessments. MAP Growth tests in English Reading and English Language Use help monitor progress for Grades 3 to 11, informing teaching and student support. The campus features five science laboratories, two information technology labs, a Robotic Lab, and a fully equipped media room to support STEM and digital learning. Two covered sports grounds, an indoor gym, a 25-meter pool, and flexible recreation spaces underpin a substantial physical education program. Arts facilities include two art rooms and a professional music room. The health clinic provides first aid, routine checks, and government vaccination administration; it also maintains student health records. A diverse extracurricular program spans arts, sciences, languages, athletics, and leadership activities for all learners.
Welcome to Kuwait American School (KAS), a co-educational day school in Salmiya serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. KAS follows an American curriculum anchored in the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, culminating in a High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP) options such as AP Research and AP Calculus. A defining feature of KAS is its integration of the Living Values Education Program and a dedicated Etiquette program, which guide daily assemblies, character development, and conflict resolution using the Kelso’s Choices framework. Students extend their learning through the KASMUN (Model United Nations) club and the Youth Academy, offering targeted soccer and basketball coaching. Elementary after-school clubs run in seven-week cycles, featuring activities like coding, origami, and Zumba. With an enrollment of approximately 500 students, KAS blends college-preparatory academics with explicit character education in a close-knit community setting.
Kuwait International English School (KIES) is a day school within Al Rayan Schools, offering education from pre-school through university entrance preparation. The curriculum is based on the British National Curriculum, with IGCSE options through Edexcel and Cambridge and Cambridge AS and A Levels. The school adapts national plans to suit examination boards and learner needs, with enquiry-based teaching that emphasises problem solving. Class sizes are arranged to give personalised attention in mixed-ability classes, and learning combines practical problem solving, online interactive activities and traditional textbooks. KIES is licensed by Kuwait's Private Education Department and adheres to a UK inspection framework with ISI compliance; the last inspection occurred in March 2019. It is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME). The campus includes age-specific facilities, science labs, drama studios, smart ICT suites, a library, an Art and Design Technology Centre, sports hall, squash courts and swimming pool.
AIS Kuwait is a private, independent, co-educational day school offering an American curriculum alongside the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. Serving students aged 4 to 18, instruction is in English with language options in Arabic, AFL, and French. The curriculum aligns with Kuwait's Ministry requirements and emphasizes university preparation for institutions worldwide. The school blends NGSS-based science, CCSS-aligned mathematics, and The Ontario Health and Physical Education for PE. Founded in 1991, AIS Kuwait has grown from a 300-student start to an inclusive campus with about 2,200 students and 350 staff, and it remains accredited. The campus features a 1,270-seat Dr. Kamil Al Rayes Auditorium, a Black Box Theatre, two gyms, two tennis courts, two soccer fields, science and computer labs, a Learning Common and a Genius Bar, music and art rooms, a clinic, and a canteen. Active programs include MUN, NHS, SLC, and a Visual Arts Gallery.
The English School Kuwait City is a not-for-profit, British-curriculum school for ages 3 to 16. It follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (3–5) and the National Curriculum for England (5–16), with English as the language of instruction. Arabic and French are taught; Arabic for Arabs and Islamic Studies are mandatory from Year 1, and Arabic for non-Arabs begins in Year 3; Kuwaiti Social Studies is taught from Year 5. Founded in 1953 under the British Embassy, it was Kuwait's first British-curriculum preparatory school and remains owned by the Al-Bahar family. The school prepares pupils to transfer to UK and international schools and operates on a not-for-profit model. The campus hosts a Performing Arts Centre for productions and events, extensive arts, music and ICT facilities, three science laboratories, and a dedicated Science and Technology Building opened in 2024. The library houses about 23,000 items; Bedouin Tent and a broad ECA programme extend learning beyond lessons. About 53 nationalities are represented; roughly 30% are British and over 60% come from native English-speaking countries. The Upper School expanded in 2025 with over 715 pupils.
Gulf English School is a private British international school in Kuwait City serving students aged 3 to 18. Opened in 1980, it delivers a British-based curriculum aligned with the English National Curriculum across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, with EYFS, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. The school is accredited by BSME and British School Overseas (BSO) and is a member of ECIS and AoBSO, with participation in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Its campus features science and computer laboratories, a library, a sports complex, a mosque and a 25‑metre indoor heated swimming pool. Classrooms have interactive panels; there are three ICT suites, three music rooms and a drama studio, plus a large hall for productions, and indoor/outdoor basketball courts and a gym. Co-curricular activities include the Model United Nations, Robotics Club, and the Young Shakespeare Company, with Active Citizenship and leadership opportunities shaping character and global awareness.
International School of Kuwait offers a U.S.-style education for students from preschool through high school. The curriculum follows an American framework with Pre-AP and Advanced Placement courses, and leads to an American High School Diploma accredited by Cognia. The school maintains affiliations with the College Board and the British Council to support college readiness and AP enrollment. A distinctive Fusion core learning framework centers on student-centered inquiry, collaboration and real-world application, while the Renaissance Education framework emphasizes liberal-arts development and individual talents. ISK is an SAT examination center and supports families seeking U.S. college placement. The campus features large, on-site facilities including FIFA-standard seven-a-side pitches, an NBA-standard basketball court, and a cutting-edge STEAM lab and robotics center. Mindfulness spaces, swimming, sports, dance, yoga, Pilates and martial arts support well-being and physical engagement. PreK-12 programs integrate academics with arts, athletics and service learning through Live to Give and related initiatives worldwide.
Kuwait National English School (KNES) is a private, co‑educational British international school in Kuwait offering the English National Curriculum from Early Years through to A Levels, with Cambridge IGCSE, Edexcel IGCSE and a SEN‑focused programme. The school serves ages 2 to 18 and uses English as the language of instruction, with Arabic, French and Spanish taught as additional languages. In Years 7–9 (Key Stage 3) students study core subjects—English, Mathematics, Sciences—plus Geography, History, Arabic and Islamic Studies, Qur'an and Kuwait Social Studies to meet Ministry requirements; Years 10–11 follow Cambridge/Edexcel/Pearson IGCSE routes with a compulsory core and option blocks; Years 12–13 prepare for AS and A Levels. KNES features the Omar Science and Technology Centre, a theatre, a Media Centre and ICT facilities, including WIFI and a Virtual Learning Environment. The school is accredited by CIS and NEASC, with BSME and BSO recognition, and is UNESCO Associated Schools Projects member.
Canadian Bilingual School (CBS) is a K–12 international school in Kuwait delivering both Canadian and American curricula. English instruction follows the Ontario framework, with mathematics including Calculus and Pre-calculus, and sciences such as Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Arabic, Islamic Studies and Kuwait Social Studies are taught under the Kuwaiti Ministry of Education curricula. CBS emphasizes bilingual proficiency and cross‑curricular integration across English, Maths, Science and social subjects. The school operates from purpose-built classrooms across the Kindergarten, Elementary and High School campuses, with well-equipped science labs and facilities, an IT suite of over 100 computers, a multi‑purpose hall for performances, assemblies and events. CBS is accredited by the Middle States Association since 2013 and re‑accredited in 2021–22 for seven years, supported by MAP assessments. Since its opening in 2007, CBS has cultivated a culture of positivity and growth among students, parents, teachers and staff, alongside careers guidance and a cocurricular program.
International Academy of Kuwait is a British international school for students aged 3 to 18, delivering English National Curriculum. Foundation Stage follows EYFS; Primary uses Oxford KS1-KS2 and Cambridge KS3-KS4 with English as the medium of instruction. Arabic language and Islamic Studies follow Kuwait's Ministry of Education guidelines. In secondary, the school follows the English National Curriculum and prepares students for IGCSE Cambridge AS examinations. In KS4 (Year 10-11) four IGCSE subjects are studied each year (Maths core/extended, English, Arabic, Islamic and one additional IGCSE). In Year 12, students may study up to four AS subjects with Edexcel; Year 12 A2 is not offered. Cambridge, Edexcel and Oxford boards are used at high school. Facilities include sports facilities, canteen, libraries and science labs; a bus service. IT features four computer laboratories with 30 computers each, broadband, smart projectors and Scratch programming. An extracurricular program supports academic, cultural and leadership development.
Gulf British Academy is an independent co-educational school in Kuwait delivering the National Curriculum for England. The Early Years Foundation Stage is used for Pre-KG to Reception, with Years 1–11 following the English curriculum. Instruction is in English, with Arabic and Islamic Studies provided under Kuwait MOE requirements. The curriculum supports a cross-curricular, creative approach to foster lifelong learning, independence, problem solving and high expectations. Pupil progress is tracked through ongoing assessment and standardised testing, with parent–teacher conferences and progress reports. Opened in 2005 for Pre-KG to Year 10, the school expanded with Year 7 in 2020 and Year 12 in 2021, with IGCSE and A-Levels anticipated in fullness of time. The campus is a building with an Art Room, a Cinema, a Library, rooftop sport pitches and a pool, a theatre and science labs. The motto Grow, Build, Achieve reflects a vision of oracy at its heart and a Student Leadership Programme.
Dasman Bilingual School is a bilingual day school in Kuwait offering an American-based curriculum integrated with Arabic language and culture for students aged 2 to 17. The program combines American standards and Arabic strands, with accreditation from CIS and NEASC, and includes Advanced Placement courses and BTEC qualifications in the upper grades. Established in 1996 in Sharq and part of Cognita family, the school has grown to 3,000 students across seven buildings, serving a diverse international community. Facilities include two swimming pools, multiple auditoria, football fields, indoor and outdoor sports courts, science labs, art studios, a cafeteria, and a dedicated Special Needs Division. A robust extracurricular program features robotics, STEAM, music, and a wide range of clubs. The school emphasizes inclusive education, global citizenship, and leadership through activities such as Model United Nations and Student Council, with 95% of graduates entering universities in Kuwait, the US, and the UK globally.
The English Academy, TEA, is a school within the Al-Jeel Al Jadeed Educational Group. It offers a British education for ages 3 to 18; TEA uses the English National Curriculum. In the Early Years TEA uses the EYFS Framework with seven areas of learning; from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2, TEA follows the 2014 National Curriculum with themed learning and schemes such as Talk for Writing and White Rose Maths. The Secondary Curriculum is based on the National Curriculum of England and is complemented by Arabic, Islamic Studies and PSHE, with progression from Year 7 to IGCSE and Sixth Form. The Sixth Form offers IAS and IAL programmes. The school opened in September 1993. Facilities include IT labs, digital projectors, a Theatre, three Secondary/Sixth Form labs, and a large Playground and PE facilities. TEA sends students to universities in Europe, the UK, the Middle East and the US, globally.
Located in Al Jahra, Kuwait Bilingual School operates two campuses: KBS2, an IB World School offering the PYP, MYP and DP, and KBS1, a traditional-curriculum campus. The school teaches in English and Arabic and offers two graduation pathways in High School—the IB Diploma Programme and the American Bilingual High School Diploma. The IB continuum includes MYP for Grades 9-10, and the school serves about 2,500 scholars from ages 3 to 18. It is accredited by the Middle States Association and emphasizes bilingual literacy. Since 2020, KBS1 emphasizes bilingual Arabic-English language development and global citizenship. Facilities include an Innovation Center with Web Design, AI, 3D printing, Robotics, VR/AR, and Design Technology; a Library with over 50,000 titles; arts spaces, a drama program, and a theater. The campus has two full-sized swimming pools, CCTV and security, accessibility features, and programs in sports, arts, service, and leadership.
Al-Bayan Bilingual School in Kuwait offers an international program. MAP assessments monitor progress across grade levels, guiding instruction and targeted interventions. A Science Fair organized by the Student Life Department promotes inquiry, alongside after-school clubs. The campus showcases student work through art exhibitions, and performing arts programs. Music concerts and drama performances take place in the theater. Global Citizenship Education underpins curricular and co-curricular activities, promoting intercultural competence, inclusion, and partnerships. Student leadership is fostered through High School Student Council elections, NHS inductions, and Pearl MUN Conference. Community service, partnerships, and service projects are emphasized, alongside physical activity through badminton, track and field, and school-wide sports days. The school integrates leadership, arts, and academics to prepare students for international contexts. The program emphasizes project-based learning through science fairs and community partnerships, and offers opportunities for student service through partnerships and clubs. Students gain global perspectives through exchanges and intercultural activities.
American Baccalaureate School (ABS) is a private, non‑profit K‑12 school affiliated with the American system, offering an American curriculum with Advanced Placement options. ABS follows the Common Core Standards for grades K–8 (English language arts and mathematics) and groups 9–12 standards into 9–10 and 11–12 bands, with emphasis on rigorous content and higher‑order thinking aligned to college expectations. The school provides supports for all learners, including English language learners, and it emphasizes strong foundations in English and Arabic literacy. Opened in 2006, ABS sits on a 25,000‑square‑meter campus with over 100 classrooms, interactive panels, campus‑wide Wi‑Fi, and fully networked learning spaces. Facilities include two swimming pools, two cafeterias, and specialist rooms for culinary arts, music, art, and Islamic studies. ABS operates a schoolwide STEM framework and offers extensive arts and athletics, along with events such as International Day and community service initiatives, fostering leadership and global citizenship for lifelong learning.
The International British School is a British international school in Kuwait serving ages 3 to 18. It follows the English National Curriculum and offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. Arabic (First and Second Language), Kuwait Social Studies, and French are part of the core curriculum, and Islam is compulsory for Muslim students. The Kuwait Ministry of Private Education approves the school, and the UK Government Inspectorate has approved it to inspect British international schools since March 2019. It is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East and a partner of the British Council. Facilities include science labs and a computer suite, a library, theatre and music programs, EY and Step and Learn spaces, a swimming pool, a canteen, and outdoor playgrounds. Annual trips abroad complement learning. Subjects include physics, chemistry, biology, business studies, history, geography, art, ICT and French.
LFK is a private, multicultural French school in Kuwait, homologated by the French Ministry of Education and AEFE-partner. The curriculum follows the French national program with a bilingual dimension culminating in the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI). From maternelle to Terminale, language learning is integrated, with PARLE and EMILE supporting early language development; PARLE continues in collège, and lycée students may pursue the BFI and, from 2025, the English-language European Section. The school also offers language certifications—IELTS, DELE, DELF, and CIMA—to formalize proficiency. A trilingual pathway, the Section Internationale Américaine (SIA), leads to the BFI American track, with some English-language instruction in 2nde. The Section Européenne anglaise is planned to begin in fall 2025. Official pathways include Parcours Avenir, Parcours d'éducation artistique et culturelle, Parcours éducatif de santé, and Parcours citoyen. The campus serves maternelle through terminale and supports extensive after-school activities and eco-responsibility initiatives. The school welcomes families worldwide today.
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