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Kuwait, Kuwait City
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1. Make an Enquiry. The Admissions Team answers initial questions and guides families through the next steps. The unique nature of the programs and limited grade-level availability means families are encouraged to follow the steps to ensure their needs are met with care. 2. Visit Us. Experience Dasman Bilingual School by scheduling a campus tour. The Admissions Team offers daily tours at various times to explore facilities and meet members of the School Leadership Team. This visit provides firsthand insight into the school's bilingual environment. 3. Submit Your Online Application. Applications are accepted online only. Upload digital copies of key documents, including identification, academic records, and any relevant reports for special education applicants. Ensure attachments are clear and readable to avoid delays. 4. Assessment and Evaluation. After submitting the application, an assessment date will be scheduled and you will be notified by email. For international applicants unable to attend in person, remote assessments may be arranged. Assessment results are communicated within 2–3 working days. Assessments vary by grade level: Kindergarten uses an informal interview with KG Academic Staff, while Grades 1–12 require formal assessments in English, Math, and Arabic. Special Needs and Vocational applicants may require psychological assessments and classroom observations. 5. Admission Decision. The Admissions Team will notify parents of assessment results within 1 day for Kindergarten and 2–3 days for Grades 1–12. 6. After Acceptance. Upon acceptance, pay a non-refundable KD 100 deposit to secure the child's seat within two days of notification. Submit transfer documents from the child's previous school to the DBS Registrar's Office.
Dasman Bilingual School is a bilingual day school in Kuwait offering an American-based curriculum integrated with Arabic language and culture for students aged 2 to 17. The program combines American standards and Arabic strands, with accreditation from CIS and NEASC, and includes Advanced Placement courses and BTEC qualifications in the upper grades. Established in 1996 in Sharq and part of Cognita family, the school has grown to 3,000 students across seven buildings, serving a diverse international community. Facilities include two swimming pools, multiple auditoria, football fields, indoor and outdoor sports courts, science labs, art studios, a cafeteria, and a dedicated Special Needs Division. A robust extracurricular program features robotics, STEAM, music, and a wide range of clubs. The school emphasizes inclusive education, global citizenship, and leadership through activities such as Model United Nations and Student Council, with 95% of graduates entering universities in Kuwait, the US, and the UK globally.
