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Ghars Bilingual School

Kuwait, Kuwait City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Arabic, English
Fees KWD 1,950 - 3,380
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum, Chinese National Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Ghars Bilingual School in Salmiya, Kuwait, offers a distinctive mix of curriculum and culture for overseas families seeking an Arabic-English bilingual program. The school blends an American Curriculum, anchored in Common Core Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, with Islamic Studies and Arabic language studies, delivered in parallel with a Lebanese-integrated Arabic program. From KG1 to Grade 12, students follow mixed settings only in Kindergarten; Grade 1 onward, classes are non-mixed. The program emphasizes literacy, science, technology, and library learning to prepare students for university study. English instruction centers on reading and writing within the CCS framework; science follows NGSS with Savvas materials; mathematics uses Envision Math. Arabic and Qur'an memorization are integrated with Islamic Studies, Aqida, Hadith, and Fiqh through Loghaty Kanzy's approach. The campus features a library, science laboratories, an art room, and pools, plus safe spaces and a broad program of activities, field trips, and art exhibitions.

102, Salmiya, Kuwait

The Essentials

Ghars Bilingual School has instruction in Arabic, English.

Location
102, Salmiya, Kuwait. The school is located in Salmiya, Kuwait. It is accredited locally by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and internationally by the Middle States Association. It offers a bilingual Arabic-English curriculum.

Stages
Kindergarten Stage; Elementary Stage; Middle & High School.

Type
Private bilingual school with non-mixed classes for all stages except Kindergarten (Kindergarten is mixed).

Additional learning support
Academic support is provided to help students thrive and master the different skills.

Country affiliation
Kuwait.

Religious affiliation
Islam.

School day structure
Kindergarten daily schedule runs from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm, with the first period starting at 7:30 am. Gates 1 and 2 open from 7:00 to 7:30 am and again from 1:00 to 1:30 pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
An official Ghars Bilingual School uniform is required for all students. Uniforms are beige for Kindergarten and Elementary, grey for Middle School, and dark blue for High School, with the school logo on the attire. Jackets are allowed; hoodies are not; a P.E. uniform for middle and high school girls is a blouse worn with black pants.

Food Options
There is a lunch canteen available for snacks and meals, operated by a licensed company. The canteen encourages healthy, nutritional foods; chocolate, soda, caffeinated drinks, chips and other junk foods are not allowed. Glass or metal water bottles are not permitted; students should use a lightweight plastic water bottle.

Governance and Ownership
Ghars Bilingual School is owned by Al-Etkan Educational Company, which also owns Ideal School and Manarat School. It was established in 2013 as the third Ghars school and is accredited locally by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and internationally by the Middle States Association (MSA).
Fees

Annual tuition at Ghars Bilingual School ranges from KWD 1,950 to KWD 3,380 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees

- Application / registration fee: KD 100 (non-refundable). New students pay KD 100 on application; re-registered (returning) students pay KD 200 at re‑registration.

Tuition fees by stage (annual total and per installment)

- KG1 & KG2 (Kindergarten): Total annual fee KD 1,950. Payment breakdown: Registration KD 100 + Installment 1 KD 620 (due 1/9) + Installment 2 KD 620 (due 1/12) + Installment 3 KD 610 (due 1/3).

- G1 & G2 (Lower Primary): Total annual fee KD 2,670. Payment breakdown: Registration KD 100 + Installment 1 KD 870 (due 1/9) + Installment 2 KD 850 (due 1/12) + Installment 3 KD 850 (due 1/3).

- G3–G5 (Upper Primary): Total annual fee KD 2,780. Payment breakdown: Registration KD 100 + Installment 1 KD 900 (due 1/9) + Installment 2 KD 890 (due 1/12) + Installment 3 KD 890 (due 1/3).

- G6–G8 (Middle School): Total annual fee KD 2,920. Payment breakdown: Registration KD 100 + Installment 1 KD 940 (due 1/9) + Installment 2 KD 940 (due 1/12) + Installment 3 KD 940 (due 1/3).

- G9–G12 (High School / Secondary): Total annual fee KD 3,380. Payment breakdown: Registration KD 100 + Installment 1 KD 1,100 (due 1/9) + Installment 2 KD 1,090 (due 1/12) + Installment 3 KD 1,090 (due 1/3).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The year's fees are split into three instalments with due dates corresponding to: 1 September (first instalment), 1 December (second instalment), and 1 March (third instalment). Registration is paid at re‑enrolment/acceptance. Late or unpaid fees may lead to withholding of reports, denial of re‑registration and other administrative or legal actions.

- New students are required to pay the registration fee plus the first instalment at acceptance. Re‑registration for the next year is conditional on settlement of the second instalment for the current year.

- The school explicitly states that tuition does not include the school uniform. Replacement or lost school resources (textbooks issued on loan) are charged to families; the cost to replace a damaged school textbook can be up to KD 25 depending on condition.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. No boarding fees are published or charged.

Other costs and optional charges

- Uniforms: Not included in tuition; families must purchase required uniform items.

- Textbooks and learning resources: Some textbooks are issued by the school as loaned (covered by school fees) but families are responsible for replacement of lost or damaged loaned books (replacement costs can reach KD 25 per book). Consumable workbooks and certain materials are the family's responsibility.

- Transport (bus): Bus fees are set by the bus service provider and invoiced separately by that provider. Food services and optional trips/activities have separate charges as applicable.

- External examination fees: Where external examination or registration fees apply (for external exam boards or specific certification), those fees are charged separately and billed at the appropriate time. Families should expect separate invoicing for any external exam fees.

Discounts and sibling reduction

- Sibling discount: A KD 150 discount applies for the second and third (younger) sibling when conditions are met (payment deadlines and terms apply). If a Ministry of Education discount applies, it supersedes the sibling discount; when multiple discounts are available only the single largest discount is applied. Discounts are cancelled on withdrawal during the academic year.

Refund and withdrawal rules

- Registration fee (KD 100) is non‑refundable and non‑transferable. If a student never attends from the start of the academic year, tuition may be refunded to the parent with only the registration fee deducted. Withdrawing during the academic year triggers staged entitlements:
- Withdrawal between 1/9 and 30/11: the first instalment is due (registration fee is not counted as part of this instalment).
- Withdrawal between 1/12 and 31/1: the first and second instalments are due.
- Withdrawal from 1/2 onwards: the full annual tuition is due.
Families must complete formal withdrawal procedures and settle outstanding balances.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer (IBAN) to the school account is accepted; parents should include the student name and invoice reference when transferring and notify the school after transfer. The school provides its bank account details for KWD transfers.

- In‑person payment at the school's accounting office by cash or cheque is accepted.

- Electronic invoicing / online payment (Mayfatora or the school's invoicing link) is offered for card payments via the school's billing system. The school also notes an education‑finance option arranged with a local bank to support payment by instalments. Some payment methods (Visa card for certain payments) are restricted for particular transactions—families should use the school's accepted payment channels.

Practical notes for families

- All instalments must be paid by the published due dates. Failure to pay on time can result in administrative holds on academic reports, denial of re‑registration and other actions until accounts are settled.
Academics

Ghars Bilingual School teaches American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum, Chinese National Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
Ghars offers an American Curriculum balanced on Common Core Standards (CCSS) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), delivered through Savvas Education for all grade levels. The Arabic Language curriculum covers Arabic language, Islamic Studies, Holy Qur'an and Social Studies, with an Arabic program described as following a Lebanese integrated curriculum. The English language program focuses on developing reading and writing skills within the CCS framework, with NGSS guiding the science curriculum. KG1–KG2 provide bilingual education in an Islamic setting; from Grade 1 onward, non-mixed classes apply to all stages except kindergarten. The program emphasizes literacy, science, technology and library resources to prepare students for university-level study.

Higher Education Progression
Ghars prepares students for university studies. The school's mission emphasizes readiness for university-level education and the development of 21st-century skills.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Ghars Bilingual School provides a positive, safe, and nurturing environment where diversity, uniqueness, and creativity are encouraged and celebrated. The learning environment also cares for students' psychological and social development as part of a safe, supportive setting.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Ghars offers a Modern American curriculum following the Common Core Standards to build foundational skills in reading and writing in English and in math, with language instruction adapted to students' English abilities, interests, and needs.

Mental Wellbeing
Ghars provides a safe bilingual learning environment that supports students' psychological, social, and academic development.

Safeguarding
The school has safeguarding policies.
Parent Experience

History
Ghars Bilingual School was established in 2013. It is the third school for Al-Etkan Educational Company, which owns Ideal School (founded 2006) and Manarat School (founded 1996). The school is accredited locally by the Ministry of Education and internationally by the Middle States Association (MSA). Ghars is a bilingual school that combines Arabic and English curricula; its motto is "The branches of solidly rooted trees reach high." The name Ghars carries symbolic significance, reflecting a commitment to planting virtues and patience in education.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Ghars Bilingual School building features a library, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, indoor swimming pools, science laboratories and an art room. It provides a safe learning environment and uses modern educational tools to support instruction. Classes are non-mixed for all stages except kindergarten. The curriculum combines Arabic language and Islamic studies with an American curriculum, and science follows the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

Sports Facilities
Indoor swimming pools and indoor and outdoor playgrounds support physical education and recreational activities.

Academic Facilities
Library, science laboratories and an art room are available for academic work; modern educational tools are used to enhance teaching; science follows the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular programs support Arabic language and Islamic Studies; recreational and social activities are offered.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers an American Curriculum balanced with Islamic values based on Common Core Standards. The English language program develops reading and writing in English and math using Savvas My View; the Math and Science programs follow American standards (Envision Math and My View Science) with inquiry-based learning and projects. The curriculum integrates Arabic language instruction with Islamic Studies and Qur'an memorization as part of the overall program.

Arts & Creative
The Ghars Art program is comprehensive and student-centered, focusing on hands-on creative expression. Art pieces are celebrated and showcased in Ghars Art Exhibitions. KG and Elementary Art are taught through experiential, center-based approaches to develop imagination and creativity.

Cultural & Language
Ghars offers a bilingual program that combines Arabic language curriculum with English instruction. The Islamic curriculum includes Qur'an recitation and Islamic teachings, with units on Aqida, Hadith, Fiqh, Azkar, and biographies of the Prophet. The Arabic program uses a Lebanese integrated curriculum (Loghaty Kanzy) to develop linguistic skills in both languages.

Social & Hobbies
Ghars has school clubs that typically meet on Thursdays after the school day, including Islamic Studies clubs for boys and girls. A wide range of after-school activities and field trips is offered, including desert camping, go-karts, horseback riding, and other experiences. Recess provides two 40-minute breaks, and healthy eating practices are encouraged.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical education is offered twice a week with activities spanning general fitness, football and basketball. The facilities include indoor and outdoor playgrounds and an indoor swimming pool to support physical activity. The Ghars library supports reading in both Arabic and English and develops lifelong learning skills.
Languages

Language Provision
Ghars offers an American Curriculum balanced with Islamic values, based on Common Core Standards (Savvas Education). The English language curriculum focuses on reading and writing development. The KG Arabic curriculum follows the Lebanese integrated Loghaty Kanzy (My language is my treasure). An enriched Arabic curriculum is used alongside the general curriculum, and Ghars includes a curriculum focused on the Names and Attributes of Allah and Qur'an and Islamic studies.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches Arabic and English. Ghars is a bilingual school educational institution that associates the Arabic Language curriculum with the English language curriculum to help students achieve to the university level.

Immersion Programs
AFL: Ghars School adopts the Talk curriculum to teach Arabic to non-native speakers at four levels (Introductory, Basic, Pre-intermediate, and Intermediate). It begins in the fourth grade and requires passing the Private Education test and a placement test; after completing Level 4 students transition to the Ministry-adapted curriculum for a bridging year.
Reputation

Accreditations
Local accreditation by Kuwait Ministry of Education
International accreditation by the Middle States Association (MSA), which verifies the efficiency of school programs and curricula and emphasizes the school's goals and achievement through a viable educational program.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Ghars Bilingual School offers bilingual education across four stages: Kindergarten (PK to KG2), Elementary (G1–G5), Middle School (G6–G8), and High School (G9–G12). The program combines an Arabic language curriculum (Arabic language, Islamic Studies, Holy Quran, and Social Studies) with a modern American curriculum aligned to the Common Core Standards to develop foundational skills in English reading and writing and in math, and it adopts the Next Generation Science Standards for science. Non-mixed classes are offered for all stages except Kindergarten. The school provides a safe learning environment with a library, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, indoor swimming pools, science laboratories, and an art room, and uses modern educational tools. Extracurricular programs support Arabic language and Islamic Studies, and official holidays align with the Ministry of Education.
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