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American School of Ahmadi

Kuwait, Ahmadi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees KWD 1,800 - 3,000
Ages 2 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

American School of Ahmadi in Kuwait is a private, independent, co‑educational day school that opened in 2018. It serves PreK through Grade 6, with plans to extend to Grade 7 in September 2026. The school uses English as the primary language of instruction, and all students study Arabic or Arabic as a foreign language. The English and Mathematics curriculum follows the US Common Core Standards, while Science aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards, and Art follows US National Arts Standards. The Kuwait Ministry of Education curriculum for Arabic, Islam and Quran is taught in Kindergarten and Elementary. ICT is integrated across all subjects. The school offers a broad extracurricular program and specialist lessons in Arabic, Islam, Quran, Art, PE, and Music. Founding international teachers bring diverse backgrounds and experience in the American curriculum. ASA plans to expand enrollment through Grade 7 in 2026. Sharing a global, student-centered learning experience.

Street 32, Block 4, South Ahmadi, Al Ahmadi, Kuwait

The Essentials

American School of Ahmadi has 400 pupils, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Street 32, Block 4, South Ahmadi, Kuwait. The school is located in the Ahmadi district of Kuwait. The school is a private, independent, co-educational day school.

Stages
Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 2 initially, with expansion to Grade 5 planned for September 2019.

Type
private, independent, co-educational day school.

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school is a private, independent day school; boarding is not provided.

Governance and Ownership
The school is private and independent. It is a small school with a maximum enrollment of 400 students.
Fees

Annual tuition at American School of Ahmadi ranges from KWD 1,800 to KWD 3,000 for 2026/27.

Application & enrollment deposit

- A non‑refundable tuition deposit of KWD 100 is required upon enrollment to reserve a student's place.

Tuition fees (Academic year 2026/2027) — annual and installment breakdown

- KGs
- KG1 — Annual tuition: KWD 1,800. Installments: First KWD 720 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 540 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 540 (due Feb 1).
- KG2 — Annual tuition: KWD 1,800. Installments: First KWD 720 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 540 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 540 (due Feb 1).
- Primary
- Grade 1 — Annual tuition: KWD 2,500. Installments: First KWD 1,000 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 750 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 750 (due Feb 1).
- Grade 2 — Annual tuition: KWD 2,650. Installments: First KWD 1,060 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 795 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 795 (due Feb 1).
- Grade 3 — Annual tuition: KWD 2,700. Installments: First KWD 1,080 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 810 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 810 (due Feb 1).
- Grade 4 — Annual tuition: KWD 2,700. Installments: First KWD 1,080 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 810 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 810 (due Feb 1).
- Grade 5 — Annual tuition: KWD 2,700. Installments: First KWD 1,080 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 810 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 810 (due Feb 1).
- Middle
- Grade 6 — Annual tuition: KWD 3,000. Installments: First KWD 1,200 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 900 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 900 (due Feb 1).
- Grade 7 — Annual tuition: KWD 3,000. Installments: First KWD 1,200 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 900 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 900 (due Feb 1).
- Grade 8 — Annual tuition: KWD 3,000. Installments: First KWD 1,200 (due Sept 1); Second KWD 900 (due Dec 1); Third KWD 900 (due Feb 1).

(Annual and installment figures are presented as listed for the 2026/2027 academic year.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard billing/installment due dates: First installment due September 1; Second installment due December 1; Third installment due February 1.
- Mid‑year entry: a student who enrolls in the second semester is required to pay 65% of the annual tuition.
- Withdrawal and refund rules: the KWD 100 enrollment deposit is non‑refundable. A student who withdraws during the first semester remains liable for the full tuition due for that semester; a student who withdraws during the second semester is liable for the full year's tuition.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable: the school operates as a private co‑educational day school (no boarding provision).

Other costs and optional charges

- Transportation (school bus): cost depends on the pickup area and is charged separately; transportation fees are payable in two installments (one for Semester 1 and one for Semester 2).
- Other typical school‑related costs that parents should budget for include uniforms, textbooks and workbooks, external examination fees, school meals/canteen charges and extracurricular activity fees. Specific amounts for these items are not listed within the published tuition schedule and are charged in addition to the tuition and transportation fees.

Refund information (summary)

- The enrollment/tuition deposit of KWD 100 is non‑refundable. Withdrawal penalties: withdrawing during the first semester requires payment of the full semester tuition; withdrawing during the second semester requires payment of the full year's tuition. These terms govern refunds and liability for tuition after enrollment.

Fee payment options and how to arrange payment

- Payment method details are handled by the school's admissions and finance office; for payment arrangements or to confirm accepted payment methods (bank transfer, in‑person payment, credit/debit card, etc.), contact the school's admissions/finance office using the published school contact details.
Academics

American School of Ahmadi teaches American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 11.

Curriculum
ASA serves PreK through Grade 6 and delivers an American curriculum with English as the primary language of instruction; all students study Arabic or Arabic as a foreign language. The English and Mathematics curriculum is based on the US Common Core Standards and the AERO standards. Science follows the US Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Art follows US National Arts Standards. The program includes a varied extracurricular program. Kindergarten and Lower Elementary homeroom cover core subjects in English, with specialist lessons in Arabic, Islam, Quran, Art, PE, and Music. ICT is integrated across all subjects.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral support is provided by homeroom teachers; Health & Values are included in the curriculum; ASA fosters a warm, caring environment where each student is known, supported, and valued.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the primary language of instruction; Arabic is studied as a language (Arabic or Arabic as a Foreign Language).

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral support through homeroom teachers and Health & Values education contribute to student wellbeing; ASA emphasizes a caring environment where students feel supported.
Parent Experience

History
The American School of Ahmadi opened in September 2018 as a private, independent, co-educational day school delivering the American curriculum, with the Kuwait Ministry of Education curriculum for Arabic, Islam and Quran in Kindergarten and Elementary. ASA provides full-time Pre-school, Kindergarten and Elementary education for children aged from two years ten months through Grade 6. The founding international team represents nine nationalities, and native English Homeroom Teachers join from Western countries with strong teaching backgrounds in the American curriculum. English is the primary language of instruction; the curriculum for English and Mathematics follows the US Common Core Standards, while Science follows the US Next Generation Standards. ASA plans to expand to enroll students through Grade 7 in September 2026.

Community
ASA is a small, private, independent school with a maximum enrollment of 400 students, serving PreK through Middle School. The close-knit community creates a warm, caring environment where every student is personally known, supported, and valued by staff. Our dedicated professionals ensure that all learning and activity programs run effectively to meet students' needs and develop their individual talents. Teachers, support staff and school leaders work together to deliver high-quality American international education alongside strong Arabic-medium programs.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school has a broad and balanced curriculum and a wide range of extracurricular activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
English is the primary language of instruction. All students study Arabic or Arabic as a Foreign Language. The English and Mathematics curriculum is based on the US Common Core Standards, and Science follows the US Next Generation Standards.

Cultural & Language
Arabic is taught as part of the curriculum. All students study Arabic or Arabic as a Foreign Language.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction; all students study Arabic or Arabic as a Foreign Language.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the primary language of instruction; Arabic is studied as a Foreign Language.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. The American School of Ahmadi admits both Kuwaiti and international students after the successful completion of the school's admission requirements. The program is structured upon the American model of education in both style and content. Step 2. Enrollment/Admission/Registration for new students requires submitting the following documents: Completed application form and two photographs (4 cm x 6 cm). Original and copy of the student's birth certificate and original and copy of the student's civil ID. For non-Kuwaitis, original and copy of the student's passport and residency copy; for Kuwaitis, original and copy of the student's passport. Original and copy of the previous school report cards (grades) for the last two years; Parent/Guardian's Civil ID with copy; Father's nationality (Kuwaitis only) with copy; Father's Passport and residency (Non-Kuwaitis only) with copy. Set up an appointment for the Admissions Assessment with the Registrar for grade levels K-6. Step 3. After acceptance, please bring the following documents for students transferring from local schools: Health file; Transfer Certificate; Clearance Certificate.
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