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

Availability Not shared by this school

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.

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

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The Essentials

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

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Fees

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

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.

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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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FAQs

Where is the American School of Ahmadi located, and what age range does it serve?

The American School of Ahmadi is in South Ahmadi, Kuwait (Street 32, Block 4). It serves PreK through Grade 6, welcoming children from about 2 years 10 months up to 11 years old.

What curriculum and language of instruction does ASA use?

ASA delivers an American curriculum with English as the primary language of instruction. All students study Arabic (as Arabic or Arabic as a foreign language). English and Mathematics follow US Common Core Standards and the AERO standards; Science follows NGSS; Art follows US National Arts Standards.

What is the school type and capacity?

ASA is a private, independent, co-educational day school. It has around 400 pupils and opened in 2018. The Head of School is Mr. Hamza Ajmi.

What are the tuition fees for 2026/2027, and how is payment structured?

Fees are graded by year: KG1 and KG2 are 1,800 KWD per year; Grade 1 is 2,500 KWD; Grade 2 is 2,650 KWD; Grades 3–5 are 2,700 KWD; Grade 6–8 are 3,000 KWD. Billing is in three installments due Sept 1, Dec 1, and Feb 1, with a non-refundable 100 KWD enrollment deposit. Mid-year entry requires 65% of annual tuition; other costs (uniforms, books, meals, transport, extracurricular fees) are additional.

What documents are required for admissions and what is the process?

Admissions follow a three-step process: Step 1, complete the application and meet admission requirements and schedule an assessment. Step 2, submit documents such as the completed application, two photos, birth certificate, civil IDs, passport (for non-Kuwaitis), two years of previous report cards, and related guardian documents. Step 3, after acceptance, provide transfer-related documents for students moving from local schools and complete any health papers as required.

Is boarding available, and what about transportation and other costs?

Boarding is not offered; ASA operates as a day school. Transportation is available via school bus and is charged separately in two installments. Other costs like uniforms, textbooks, external exam fees, meals, and extracurricular activity fees are not included in tuition and are billed separately.

Which standards are used for English, Math, Science, and Arts?

English and Mathematics follow US Common Core Standards and the AERO standards. Science follows the US Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Art follows US National Arts Standards.

Do students learn Arabic as part of the program?

Yes. All students study Arabic or Arabic as a Foreign Language. In Kindergarten and Lower Elementary, there are specialist lessons in Arabic, Islam, Quran, Art, PE, and Music, with ICT integrated across subjects.

Is there a plan to extend to Grade 7, and when will that happen?

Yes, ASA plans to enroll students through Grade 7 in September 2026, expanding the American curriculum offering while maintaining Arabic language components.

Are there defined facilities for sports or academics?

Specific sports or academic facilities are not listed, but ASA offers a broad and balanced program with a wide range of extracurricular activities.

What spaces support ICT and arts in the curriculum?

ICT is integrated across all subjects, and there are specialist lessons in Arabic, Islam, Quran, Art, PE, and Music as part of the curriculum.

What extracurricular opportunities does ASA offer?

ASA provides a broad and balanced extracurricular program as part of its overall offering; details of specific clubs or activities are not listed.

Are there leadership opportunities or service projects in ASA?

The available information notes a varied extracurricular program but does not specify formal leadership or service programs.

How is wellbeing and pastoral support provided?

Pastoral support is provided by homeroom teachers, and Health & Values are included in the curriculum, contributing to a warm, caring environment where students are known and supported.

Is there explicit EAL or SEN support described?

English is the primary language of instruction and Arabic is studied as a language; explicit EAL or SEN support programs are not described in the available information.

Is boarding available at ASA, and what is the governance model?

No boarding is offered. ASA is private and independent, operating as a day school.

What is the school community like and how is governance described?

ASA runs as a private, independent school with a small, close-knit community. It emphasizes a warm environment where each student is personally known and valued by staff.

Does ASA have any accreditations or awards?

No official accreditations or awards are listed in the available information.

What is ASA's academic focus and language arrangement?

The school centers on an American curriculum with English as the primary language of instruction, complemented by Arabic taught as a language; standards-based learning applies across English, Math, Science, and Arts.

What languages are taught and how is Arabic incorporated?

English is the primary instruction language; all students study Arabic or Arabic as a Foreign Language.Arabic-related specialist lessons and Arabic language study are integrated into the program.

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