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Most popular international schools in Salmiya

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The five schools Salmiya parents researched most this year, chosen from the 11 international schools in the city. Ranked by how many families opened each school’s profile and spent time reading it between September 2025 and August 2026, then the full picture on curricula, class sizes and fees.

11
International schools
in this ranking
KWD 888.0
Average school fee
For a 12 yr old
31.3
Average class size
Range 24 - 40

The 2026 ranking

Salmiya’s five most-researched schools

Ranked purely by parent interest — the number of families who opened each school’s profile and spent time reading it between September 2025 and August 2026.

1
A

Al Amal Indian School

Al Amal Indian School is a CBSE-affiliated institution in Salmiya, Kuwait, governed by Sanskar Bharti Trust. Founded in 1993, it opened on 4 April 2006 and is located on Al Khansa Street, Salmiya 22062. It offers the CBSE curriculum under Affiliation No. 5930010, valid from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2028. The campus spans 2,679 square metres and houses 95 classrooms, each 20 by 18 metres, plus six laboratories including computer labs, each 35 by 20 metres. Internet access is available, with 20 girls and 20 boys toilets. Academic assessment follows CBSE's two-term structure for Classes IX–XII, supplemented by periodic tests, notebook submissions and enrichment activities such as role play, group discussions, quizzes, posters and projects. Extracurriculars include clubs across Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, and Social and Hobbies, plus sports and musical ventures. Parental involvement is encouraged, and the environment is safe and nurturing for student growth.

KWD 340.0 KWD 1.5K
🏷️ KWD 340 – 488 / year
😊 Ages not listed
📖 CBSE Curriculum
📍 Salmiya
2
P

Pakistan School & College – Salmiya

Pakistan School & College – Salmiya is part of Al Jeri Holding Group, a Kuwait-based educational holding company that operates twenty schools and centers across Kuwait. The group focuses on educational empowerment and offers diverse and accessible academic programs for families seeking options in Kuwait. Thousands of students benefit from a hands-on education that prepares them for the challenges of the future. The group continues to expand and upgrade its schools nationwide, investing in ongoing development to keep pace with changing needs. The Salmiya campus is located in Salmiya, Block 10, on Essa Al Qatami Street. Contact details for the campus are: phone 2370 0236 and fax 2565 7574. This presentation highlights the school's affiliation, broad network, and commitment to practical learning through a network of Kuwaiti-based institutions. Parents seeking international pathways can appreciate the group's nationwide coverage and the continuity it offers across campuses. This supports consistent learning experiences.

🏷️ Fees not listed
😊 Ages not listed
📍 Salmiya
3
I

Indian School of Excellence

Indian School of Excellence in Salmiya is part of the Indian Community School Kuwait (ICSK) and follows the CBSE curriculum for admissions from LKG to Grade 9 in the 2026-27 academic year. The campus is an air-conditioned building in Salmiya, featuring spacious, smart classrooms, dedicated robotics and science labs, a digitized library, and a state-of-the-art auditorium. The campus includes a KG play area, a football court, and a well-equipped canteen, with digital learning tools integrated across classrooms. The school emphasizes a holistic, inclusive educational approach aligned with ICSK's heritage since 1959, preparing students for the CBSE framework within a learner-friendly environment. Notable initiatives include Roboexcellence, a robotics-focused event, and on-campus robotics labs that support practical STEM learning. Language and culture are celebrated through assemblies in French and Arabic, along with Hindi Diwas. Evening coaching classes for sports and other activities broaden opportunities for student development within a safe, supportive community.

KWD 340.0 KWD 1.5K
🏷️ KWD 525 – 950 / year
😊 Ages not listed
📖 CBSE Curriculum
📍 Salmiya
4
S

Salmiya Indian Model School

Salmiya Indian Model School (SIMS Kuwait) sits on a spacious campus in Salmiya and combines Indian CBSE schooling with international IGCSE options. The school teaches CBSE for Grades 1–12 and offers IGCSE for Grades 9–11, with a Kindergarten program to welcome younger learners. It is accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Examinations and Pearson Edexcel, providing internationally recognised pathways alongside the national Indian curriculum. SIMS draws students from more than 30 nationalities, creating a multicultural learning community that aligns with Kuwait's Ministry of Education standards. Facilities include smart classrooms, two computer laboratories (Junior and Senior), physics, chemistry, and biology laboratories, a well-stocked library, a language room, an art room, and an auditorium. On-site health services include a school clinic and a book store. Sports facilities feature a swimming pool and a football turf, complemented by a play area. English forms the core subject, with Arabic, Hindi, and French available as language options.

KWD 340.0 KWD 1.5K
🏷️ KWD 490 – 1,500 / year
😊 Ages not listed
📖 CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
📍 Salmiya
5
I

Indian Community School Kuwait – Amman

Indian Community School Kuwait – Amman Branch in Salmiya is a co-educational K–10 campus offering CBSE curriculum alongside Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary. Located near ICSK Senior and Junior branches, the Amman building is centrally air‑conditioned with modern facilities and a team of experienced teachers. The school uses continuous assessment for Classes I–V with a 5‑point grading scale for both scholastic and non-scholastic subjects, and follows CBSE patterns for Classes 10 and 12. A distinctive feature is its strong language program, with French, English, and Hindi taught by dedicated departments. Extracurriculars include ACCA for Classes X–XII, Higher Education Fairs, and the Apex Club. Sports offerings include a Cricket Coaching Academy and a Table Tennis Programme from Class IV, plus Evening Coaching Classes for various games and karate. Since 2016, a new Board of Trustees has led innovations such as a 5000‑volume e‑library and career-oriented events.

KWD 340.0 KWD 1.5K
🏷️ KWD 391 – 561 / year
😊 Ages not listed
📖 CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
📍 Salmiya

What’s on offer

Curricula & languages in Salmiya

The mix of programmes and teaching languages across all 11 schools. Many offer more than one curriculum, so totals run higher than the school count.

Most popular curricula

Number of schools teaching each curriculum.

Cambridge
2
IB
1
American
1
Other
7

Languages of instruction

Number of schools teaching in each language.

English
8

Size & classes

How big are the schools, and the classes?

School size and class size shape day-to-day experience as much as curriculum does.

Class size

Schools grouped by typical class size.

Avg 31.3
1
0
1
0
1
20–2425–2930–3435–3940–44

Average class size is 31.3 students · based on the 3 schools that report it.

What it costs

Annual fees in Salmiya

Fees shown are one year for a 12-year-old (or the closest age available), excluding one-time enrolment costs.

Fees at a glance

Across the 9 schools that publish a price for a 12-year-old. All figures in KWD.

Minimum
414
Average
888
Maximum
3,472

Schools by fee band

How many schools sit in each annual-fee range.

KWD 414.0 – 1.9K
8
KWD 1.9K – 3.5K
1

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