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American Academy for Girls

Kuwait, Salwa

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees KWD 1,648 - 4,200
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 975
Type Girls School
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Arabic, French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

American Academy for Girls (AAG) is a private, single‑gender school for girls in Salwa, Kuwait, serving ages 3 through 18. The school delivers an American‑style curriculum aligned with CCSS, AERO, and NGSS, with Advanced Placement courses to support advanced learners. Core subjects are taught in English, while Arabic language and Islamic studies follow Kuwait's Ministry of Education guidelines. An Arabic as a Foreign Language option is available with MOE permission. The school is organized into four divisions: Early Childhood Education (KG and Grade 1), Elementary (Grades 2–4), Middle School (Grades 5–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). Facilities include a library and extracurriculars such as Athletics, Model United Nations, Academic Games, and after‑school clubs. The Arts are taught with NCAS standards in Art, Drama, and Music. AAG emphasizes citizenship, global awareness, diversity, and leadership through its Graduate Profile and community partnerships, preparing students for university, careers, and public life worldwide today.

Block 5, Street 1, Building 288, Salwa, Hawalli 32035, Kuwait (PO Box 6087)

The Essentials

American Academy for Girls has 975 pupils, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Salwa, Hawalli Governorate, Kuwait. Address: Block 5, Street 1, Building 288, Salwa. PO Box 6087 Hawalli 32035 Kuwait.

Stages
Early Childhood Education; Elementary School; Middle School; High School.

Type
The school is a single gender private school for girls.

Country affiliation
Kuwait

School day structure
All divisions have a school day from 7:25 to 2:00. ECE KG classes run 7:25–12:25, Grade 1 7:25–2:00 with after-school care 12:25–1:30. Elementary (Grades 2–4) 7:25–2:00; Middle (Grades 5–8) 7:25–2:00; High (Grades 9–12) 7:25–2:00.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
All students are required to wear the school uniform. The uniform shop is open from 8:30 – 1:15 each day.

Governance and Ownership
The school is private and governed by a Board of Directors and a Superintendent who oversee educational and budgetary goals. The Superintendent oversees the daily operations of all schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at American Academy for Girls ranges from KWD 1,648 to KWD 4,200 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees
- Application / entrance test fee: KD 20 (non‑refundable).
- Registration fee (due upon acceptance): KD 100 (non‑refundable).

Annual tuition and term / installment breakdown (Academic Year 2025–2026)
- Pre K — Annual tuition: KD 1,648.
- Registration fee: KD 100; 1st installment (due 1 Sep 2025): KD 560; 2nd installment (due 1 Jan 2026): KD 494; 3rd installment (due 1 Apr 2026): KD 494.
- KG 1 — Annual tuition: KD 2,318.
- Registration fee: KD 100; 1st installment (1 Sep 2025): KD 828; 2nd installment (1 Jan 2026): KD 695; 3rd installment (1 Apr 2026): KD 695.
- KG 2 — Annual tuition: KD 2,650.
- Registration fee: KD 100; 1st installment (1 Sep 2025): KD 960; 2nd installment (1 Jan 2026): KD 795; 3rd installment (1 Apr 2026): KD 795.
- Grade 1–4 — Annual tuition: KD 3,530.
- Registration fee: KD 100; 1st installment (1 Sep 2025): KD 1,312; 2nd installment (1 Jan 2026): KD 1,059; 3rd installment (1 Apr 2026): KD 1,059.
- Grade 5–8 — Annual tuition: KD 3,800.
- Registration fee: KD 100; 1st installment (1 Sep 2025): KD 1,420; 2nd installment (1 Jan 2026): KD 1,140; 3rd installment (1 Apr 2026): KD 1,140.
- Grade 9–12 — Annual tuition: KD 4,200.
- Registration fee: KD 100; 1st installment (1 Sep 2025): KD 1,580; 2nd installment (1 Jan 2026): KD 1,260; 3rd installment (1 Apr 2026): KD 1,260.

Billing schedule & payment terms
- Installments are scheduled for 1 September 2025 (1st), 1 January 2026 (2nd), and 1 April 2026 (3rd). Each grade's installment amounts are listed above. Annual tuition figures correspond to the sum of those installments.
- Registration and application/exam fees are charged separately from tuition and are non‑refundable.

Boarding fees
- No boarding program or boarding fees are published for this school (day‑school model).

Other costs and regular additional charges
- Uniforms: the school operates a uniform shop with published prices for 2025–2026. Examples include: Jumper dress KD 10; Polo shirts KD 8–12 depending on division; PE kit items KD 7–15; AAG vest KD 12; pants KD 13 (middle & high school). An ECE free uniform package (1 jumper dress, 1 polo short, 1 PE skirt) is listed for ECE. There is a limit on uniform purchases (maximum two sets per student) and exchanges are allowed for different sizes with the official receipt.
- Textbooks and library: fees for lost/damaged items are published. Examples: textbook replacement fee KD 30 per book; library book replacement fee KD 15 per book.
- Administrative / miscellaneous charges: the entrance/test fee (KD 20) and registration fee (KD 100) noted above. Other incidental charges (field trips, extracurricular activities, specialized course charges) are not itemized in a universal fee table and are typically billed when applicable.

Refund information
- Application / entrance test fee (KD 20) and registration fee (KD 100) are explicitly non‑refundable.
- No explicit published schedule for tuition refunds (pro rata or otherwise) is provided in the school materials accessible for the 2025–2026 information set. The school's withdrawal procedure requires an acceptance letter from the receiving school and preparation of the student file; specific tuition‑refund rules are not itemized alongside that process.

Fee payment options and how to pay
- Online payment portal: tuition payments can be made through the school's online payments gateway (payment portal referenced for online tuition payments). Parents may use the online portal link provided by the school.
- Mobile app: the school advertises a smart‑fee payment option using the Medrasaty app for smartphone payments.
- In‑person payment: parents may book an appointment to pay at the school business office; contact details (school accountant and admissions contacts) are provided for arranging in‑person payment assistance or appointments.

Withdrawal & transfer related note
- To withdraw a student, the school requires an acceptance letter from the new school; the student file is then prepared and handed to the guardian. This is the published administrative withdrawal step.

Summary note on coverage of 2025–2026 fees: the school publishes the annual tuition figures, per‑installment amounts and due dates for the 2025–2026 academic year, the application and registration fees (with non‑refundability), uniform price list for 2025–2026, lost/damaged item fees, and the available online and in‑person payment routes. No separate published boarding fees or an explicit tuition‑refund schedule were found in the school materials for the 2025–2026 materials reviewed.
Academics

American Academy for Girls teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
All KG–12 students follow an American-style curriculum aligned with CCSS, AERO, and NGSS. AP courses are offered to support advanced learners. Arts courses (Art, Drama, and Music) follow the National Core Arts Standards (NCAS). Physical Education aligns with the National PE Standards within the AERO framework. Foreign Language Departments are aligned with CCSS standards. In Early Childhood Education, and throughout Elementary through High School, the program blends an American-style curriculum with Arabic and Islamic studies provided by the Kuwait Ministry of Education.

Exam Results
Comprehensive assessments for grades 3–11 are administered in September, January, and April, and the results are analyzed by each department to guide instruction.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Holistic social-emotional learning is provided across all divisions. In ECE, weekly activities address emotions, fellowship, and well-being; in Elementary, monthly/bi-monthly social-emotional themes are taught by the Guidance Counselor and reinforced by homeroom teachers; in Middle School, monthly/bi-monthly activities and weekly counselor meetings support social-emotional development with lessons on time management, online safety, and coping skills; in High School, counselors support well-being alongside University and Career Services with four-year planning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Admission cannot be offered to students with special educational needs or behavioral issues.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction for core subjects; Arabic is used for Islamic Studies and other Arabic-language classes; Elementary School teaches English Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science in English and Arabic, with Islamic Religion taught in Arabic; Early Childhood Education combines an American-style curriculum with Arabic and Islamic studies provided by Kuwait's Ministry of Education.

Mental Wellbeing
Counselors provide ongoing mental-wellbeing support across divisions; Elementary and Middle School offer weekly counselor meetings and grade-level sessions, while High School provides a University and Career Services counselor and four-year planning to support well-being and post-secondary success.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is prioritized: every student has the right to feel safe and secure; a Positive Behavior Policy guides conduct and safety; counselors provide ongoing social-emotional support; Elementary prohibits social media groups to protect student safety; safeguarding is implemented across divisions through counselor-led programs and safety-focused practices.
Parent Experience

History
AAG has existed since 1996, providing educational programs for Kuwaiti and non-Kuwaiti girls. It is a single-gender private school for girls that uses an American curriculum aligned with Common Core Standards. The program prepares students for Early Childhood Education, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, university, careers, and community leadership. The school emphasizes self-respect, resilience, and integrity, and fosters open communication, citizenship, worldwide awareness, and understanding of diversity.

Community
Our Latest News includes items such as Registration Message, Openings for AY 2023, and Gold Medal for AAG, reflecting ongoing school updates. Our Latest Event features activities like AAG Gala Day For Kids, High School Study Tour, Elementary Kids Drawing Contest, and High School Sports Day, illustrating opportunities for student involvement and community engagement.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has four divisions: Early Childhood Education (KG & Grade 1), Elementary School (Grades 2–4), Middle School (Grades 5–8), High School (Grades 9–12). Core subjects English, Math, Science, and Social Studies are taught in English as the primary language. Arabic, Religion, and Koran classes are taught in Arabic, and the Kuwait Ministry of Education provides the curriculum framework. AP courses are offered and extra-curricular activities include Athletics, M.U.N., Academic Games, and after-school clubs. The school has a modern library.

Sports Facilities
Athletics is offered.

Academic Facilities
Core subjects English, Math, Science, and Social Studies are taught in English as the primary language. Arabic, Religion, and Koran classes are taught in Arabic, and the Kuwait Ministry of Education curriculum provides the framework. AP courses are offered. Arabic as a Foreign Language is offered with MOE permission. The library provides access to Tumble Reading and Math books for ECE and ES students via the AAG database.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Athletics is offered. Model United Nations (M.U.N.) is available. Academic Games are offered. After-school clubs are available.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AP courses are offered as part of the program. Extracurricular opportunities for intellectual development include Athletics, Model United Nations (MUN), and Academic Games, along with after-school clubs. Students are encouraged to engage in competitive and collaborative activities that complement classroom learning.

Arts & Creative
Art, Drama, and Music are taught with National Core Arts Standards (NCAS). These arts programs are integrated into the curriculum to support creative development and expression. The arts standards guide instruction in Art, Drama, and Music.

Cultural & Language
The school welcomes all nationalities and fosters citizenship, worldwide awareness, and understanding of diversity within the international community. Arabic language studies and Islamic studies are part of the curriculum. Foreign Language Departments are aligned with CCSS standards to support language education.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs are available to extend learning beyond the classroom. Extracurricular activities include Athletics, MUN, and Academic Games, encouraging teamwork and personal interests. Students have opportunities to socialize and pursue varied hobbies through these programs.

Community & Service
Citizenship, worldwide awareness, and understanding of diversity are emphasized, and students are prepared for leadership in their communities. The Graduate Profile identifies Community Leadership as a goal for graduates. The school fosters collaboration with families and the wider community to support student development.

Leadership & Professional
The Profile of a Graduate emphasizes leadership, including community leadership and global citizenship. The school aims to develop critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills that prepare students for leadership roles. Leadership pathways are supported through clubs, competitions, and service-oriented activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
In Middle School, monthly and bi-monthly activities promote social-emotional well-being. Topics include time management, organization, online safety, and stress or anxiety management. Counselors meet with grade levels weekly and provide ongoing support, including one-on-one meetings as needed. The program emphasizes the well-being of students as part of the overall educational experience.
Languages

Language Provision
All grades KG–12 follow an American curriculum aligned with CCSS, AERO, and NGSS. The language of instruction for core subjects is English; Arabic is used for Arabic, Religion, and Koran classes; Arabic as a Foreign Language is offered with permission from the Ministry of Education.

Bilingual Teaching
Core subjects are taught in English (English, Math, Science, Social Studies). Arabic, Religion, and Koran are taught in Arabic; Arabic as a Foreign Language is offered with permission from the Ministry of Education.
Reputation

Awards
Gold Medal for AAG (2022) noted on site; other awards not listed on the site.

Accreditations
Middle States Association (MSA) accreditation since 1999.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Eligibility. AAG offers admission to both Arabic- and non-Arabic-speaking students. The school cannot admit students with special educational needs or behavioral issues. This defines who may apply. Step 2. Pre-registration and application materials. To start the application, download and fill the Application Form and submit it to the Admissions Office with the required items. The required documents include three passport-size photos, a copy of the birth certificate, and Civil ID copies for the student, father, and mother. For Kuwaiti families, include the father's Kuwaiti nationality; for non-Kuwaitis, include copies of the residency page for the student and father. A 20 KD non-refundable application fee is due with submission, and the form can also be submitted online. Step 3. Additional documents for registration. Applicants should provide two most recent report cards (KG-2+), the final transcript from the previous school (grades 9+), and a copy of the student's passport. For non-Kuwaitis, include a copy of the residency visa for both the student and the father. These items supplement the pre-registration documents and complete the application packet. Step 4. Post-acceptance requirements and registration. Upon acceptance, provide the final report card for the previous academic year, a clearance certificate from the previous school, the original transfer certificate from the previous school, and the original medical file. A 100 KD registration fee is required. The timing for payment is coordinated with the Admissions Office. Opening hours and school tours can be arranged by contacting AAG.
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