Al Ghanim Bilingual School

Kuwait, Salwa

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Arabic, English

Fees KWD 1,684 - 3,700

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 1997

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages English, Arabic, French

Typical class size 25

Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Al Ghanim Bilingual School, located in Salwa, Kuwait, is a private, coeducational institution serving Kindergarten through Grade 12. It is licensed by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS). The school offers a bilingual Arabic-English curriculum with a French option after school. Curricula across all subjects align with current U.S. standards and are tracked using MAP assessments, while emphasizing technology, collaboration, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. KG 1-2, Elementary 1-5, Middle 6-8, and High 9-12 divide the student journey. Classrooms are equipped with laptops and interactive whiteboards. The campus includes three science laboratories, two computer labs, two music rooms, a large gymnasium, art rooms, a small library, canteens, and shaded playgrounds. After-school offerings include arts, languages, sports, and music, complemented by Qur'an recitation/memorization, Math Olympiad, World Education Games, Arabic poetry and spelling contests, and Model United Nations. Service and leadership are fostered through RunQ8 and sustainability initiatives.

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Salwa, Block 6, Al-Mutanbi Street, Salwa, Hawalli, Kuwait

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The Essentials

Type

Private, coeducational

Pupil Nationality Mix

The majority of students are Kuwaiti-born; students come from diverse international backgrounds.

Country affiliation

Kuwait

Diving Deeper

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Fees

Tuition fees (Academic year 2026–2027)
- KG 1 – KG 2: KWD 1,684 per year.
- Grade 1 – Grade 4: KWD 2,226 per year.
- Grade 5 – Grade 8: KWD 2,860 per year.
- Grade 9 – Grade 12: KWD 3,700 per year.

Application / Registration fee
- Registration (application) fee: KWD 100 due at registration for new and returning students.

Tuition instalments (billing schedule and per‑installment amounts)
- Fees are billed with a registration payment plus three instalments. Instalment due dates shown for the academic year are 1 September (1st instalment), 1 December (2nd instalment), and 1 March (3rd instalment).
- KG 1 / KG 2 (total KWD 1,684): Registration KWD 100; 1st instalment KWD 660; 2nd instalment KWD 660; 3rd instalment KWD 214.
- Grade 1 – Grade 4 (total KWD 2,226): Registration KWD 100; 1st instalment KWD 850; 2nd instalment KWD 850; 3rd instalment KWD 326.
- Grade 5 – Grade 8 (total KWD 2,860): Registration KWD 100; 1st instalment KWD 1,050; 2nd instalment KWD 1,050; 3rd instalment KWD 560.
- Grade 9 – Grade 12 (total KWD 3,700): Registration KWD 100; 1st instalment KWD 1,500; 2nd instalment KWD 1,500; 3rd instalment KWD 600.

Transportation (bus) fees (2026–2027)
- Round‑trip bus: KWD 500 per year.
- One‑way bus: KWD 300 per year.

Boarding
- Boarding is not provided; the school operates a standard day schedule (school start and dismissal times are published for day operations).

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Uniforms: A full school uniform is required; a uniform shop and uniform policy are part of school requirements (specific uniform purchase prices are not published in the public division guides).
- School supplies: Grade‑specific supplies lists are issued (supply lists and announcements are published for each division). Any textbook, BYOD device requirement (grades 3–5 BYOD noted), specialised subject materials, or stationery are additional to tuition and are billed or purchased separately.
- After‑school activities, CAN‑teen / canteen purchases and optional trips or competitions may have separate fees charged as applicable. (Transport and canteen services are listed among student services.)

Refunds and withdrawal
- No separate, detailed public refund policy is published alongside the 2026–2027 fee schedule and division program guides. Specific refund or withdrawal terms (for example whether the registration fee is refundable, or how refunds are handled after the term begins) are handled per the school's financial policies and the business office procedures. Parents should use the school's published business office contacts for those contractual details.

Fee payment options and billing contact
- Tuition payments are processed through the school's tuition payment portal and parent portals identified by the school; the school's business office manages payment enquiries. Published contact for the business office: phone 22021601 / 22021602 (business office extension noted on payment pages) and email contact for accounting inquiries as published. Online parent login and the tuition payment portal are provided for electronic billing.

Summary of the billing flow (what parents pay and when)
- At registration: Registration fee KWD 100 is payable when enrolling/registering the student.
- Instalments: Remaining tuition is payable in three instalments with due dates at the start of September, December, and March, using the per‑grade instalment amounts listed above.

(Contacts and portals above are the published business/tuition payment channels for billing and payment arrangements.)

Academics

Curriculum

Al Ghanim Bilingual School offers a bilingual Arabic-English curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school is licensed by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS). Curricula in all subjects are aligned with current U.S. standards and use MAP assessments to track progress, while emphasizing technology, collaboration, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. Classrooms have interactive smart boards and Internet access to enhance learning. Grades 3–5 participate in a BYOD program that broadens resources and provides challenges for gifted students.

Gifted and Talented

BYOD program provides adequate challenge for gifted students.

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Admissions

Parents wishing to register their children must submit a duly completed application form plus the application fee, three recent passport-sized photographs with the student's name on the back, and transcripts for all prior years (authenticated for records from outside Kuwait). A birth certificate and immunization records are required, along with the Kuwait Ministry of Health medical card and the student's health file; a Transfer Certificate is needed if transferring from another school in Kuwait, and a Financial Clearance Certificate is required if transferring from private schools; legal proof of guardianship is required in applicable cases. Copies of the student's and parents' passports are required, and Kuwaitis must provide copies of the nationality certificates; a registration fee of 100 KD applies. After submission of all documents, an appointment for the entrance exam is scheduled, and the MOE requires all documents to be on file before admission.

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FAQs

In which country is Al Ghanim Bilingual School located?

Al Ghanim Bilingual School is located in Kuwait. It operates as a licensed private, coeducational school and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS).

What grades does the school serve and what curriculum does it follow?

The school offers a bilingual Arabic-English curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12. Curricula align with current U.S. standards, and MAP assessments track progress; BYOD is available for Grades 3–5 to support gifted learners and broader resource access.

Is Al Ghanim Bilingual School private or public, and is it co-ed?

Al Ghanim Bilingual School is a private, co-educational institution. It is licensed by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and accredited by CIS, reflecting an internationally recognized standard of quality.

What are the tuition fees by grade for the 2026–2027 academic year?

KG 1–2: 1,684 KWD per year; Grades 1–4: 2,226 KWD per year; Grades 5–8: 2,860 KWD per year; Grades 9–12: 3,700 KWD per year. A registration fee of 100 KWD applies at enrollment, with three annual installments billed after registration.

What does the admissions process involve and what is the registration fee?

Parents submit a completed application form with a 100 KWD registration fee, three passport photos, and transcripts from prior years (authenticated if from outside Kuwait), plus birth certificate, immunization records, MOH medical card, and health file. A Transfer Certificate may be required if transferring from another school in Kuwait, and a Financial Clearance Certificate may be needed if transferring from private schools. An entrance exam appointment is scheduled after documents are reviewed.

Are there scholarships or a waitlist for Al Ghanim Bilingual School?

There are no publicly published scholarship offerings for Al Ghanim Bilingual School, and waitlist information is not publicly listed. Admissions follow the standard process with required documents and an entrance exam.

What makes the curriculum and assessments at Al Ghanim Bilingual School unique?

The school uses a bilingual Arabic-English curriculum aligned with U.S. standards, with MAP assessments to monitor progress. Technology is integrated into learning, and students develop collaboration, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking skills.

How does the school support advanced or gifted students?

Grades 3–5 participate in a BYOD program that broadens resources and provides additional challenges for gifted students, helping to stimulate higher-order thinking and personalized learning.

What role does technology play in the classrooms?

Classrooms are equipped with interactive smart boards and Internet access, and there are dedicated computer labs to support digital learning and research.

What facilities does the campus offer?

The campus features three science laboratories, two computer labs, two music rooms, a large gymnasium, two canteens, four shaded playgrounds, a kindergarten kitchen, art rooms, a small library, a large auditorium with a stage, and classrooms equipped with laptops and interactive whiteboards.

Are there indoor and outdoor spaces for sports and recreation?

Yes. The school has large gymnasia for indoor activities and four shaded outdoor playgrounds, supporting a range of athletic and recreational activities in a safe environment.

Do classrooms have modern technology?

Yes. All classrooms are equipped with laptops and interactive whiteboards, and the campus includes multiple computer labs to support technology-enabled learning.

What extracurricular activities and clubs does Al Ghanim Bilingual School offer?

The program includes arts and crafts, Arabic and English reinforcement, French after-school options, basketball, handball, gymnastics, soccer, music, board games, Zumba, and more.

Does the school participate in competitions or leadership programs?

Students compete in private-school events (e.g., Quran recitation/memorization, Arabic poetry and story writing, spelling bees) and international competitions like Math Olympiad and World Education Games. The National Honor Society provides leadership training, scholarships, and career-readiness resources.

Are there community service or sustainability initiatives?

Yes. Students participate in RunQ8 Annual Charity Marathon and sustainability campaigns such as SeaClean and KISR initiatives, reflecting a focus on service and environmental stewardship.

How does Al Ghanim Bilingual School support wellbeing and safeguarding?

The school emphasizes physical education, social-emotional development, and mental wellbeing within a safe, respectful learning environment. Safeguarding is supported by child protection policies and a strong commitment to student safety.

What language support is available for students and how is language taught?

Arabic and English are taught as part of the bilingual curriculum across all grades. Explicit EAL support is not detailed in the available information.

What are the dress and uniform expectations at the school?

Students wear the full school uniform at school and on field trips. On designated free-dress days, a dress code applies, with restrictions on items such as body-hugging, tight or transparent clothing and offensive imagery.

What can you tell me about the school canteen and food policy?

The school operates a nut-free campus canteen offering snacks and beverages with healthful options. Food services comply with hygiene standards approved by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health.

How is governance and ownership structured at Al Ghanim Bilingual School?

Al Ghanim Bilingual School is a proprietary (private) coeducational institution licensed by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and accredited by CIS. The school has a founders' message and notes Abdul Mohsen Mohammad AlShaheen Al-Ghanim as the late founder/owner.

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