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

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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.

www.gharsschool.com

102, Salmiya, Kuwait

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The Essentials

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.

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Fees

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

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.

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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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FAQs

Where is Ghars Bilingual School located?

Ghars Bilingual School is located in Salmiya, Kuwait, at 102. It is a private bilingual, co-educational school accredited by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and internationally by the Middle States Association.

What grade levels are offered and how are classes organized?

Ghars serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. KG1–KG2 are mixed, bilingual classes in an Islamic setting, while from Grade 1 onward classes are non-mixed; the school uses an American curriculum with Arabic and English language programs.

What curriculum does Ghars follow?

Ghars offers an American Curriculum aligned to Common Core Standards and NGSS, delivered through Savvas Education for all grades. The Arabic program covers Arabic language, Islamic Studies, Qur'an and Social Studies with a Lebanese integrated curriculum; the English program focuses on reading and writing within CCSS, and science follows NGSS.

What are the tuition fees by stage and how is payment structured?

KG1–KG2 total annual fee is 1,950 Kuwaiti dinars; G1–G2 is 2,670; G3–G5 is 2,780; G6–G8 is 2,920; G9–G12 is 3,380. Fees are paid in three installments: a 100 KD registration fee plus installments due on 1 September, 1 December, and 1 March. The first installment is due at acceptance; late payments may lead to administrative actions.

How does the application and re-enrollment process work?

New students pay a 100 KD registration fee at application; returning students pay 200 KD at re-registration. Acceptance requires payment of the first installment, and re-registration for the next year requires settlement of the second installment. The three-installment structure applies annually, with penalties for late payments.

Are there discounts or financial assistance available?

The school offers a KD 150 sibling discount for the second and third (younger) siblings, subject to payment terms; if a Ministry of Education discount applies, it overrides the sibling discount, and only the largest discount is applied. There is no information provided about scholarships or waitlists.

What standards underpin the math and science curricula?

Math follows American standards via Envision Math, and science follows NGSS through My View Science, with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning and projects.

How does Ghars prepare students for higher education?

Ghars emphasizes readiness for university-level study and the development of 21st-century skills, supported by literacy, science, technology and library resources.

What is the focus of the English language program?

The English program develops reading and writing skills within the Common Core Standards framework, with instruction tailored to students' abilities and needs.

What facilities does the campus have?

The campus includes a library, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, an indoor swimming pool, science laboratories and an art room, supporting both academic work and creative activities.

What sports facilities and PE provisions are available?

Physical education is offered twice a week and includes general fitness, football and basketball. The school has indoor swimming pools and both indoor and outdoor playgrounds to support physical activity.

What extracurricular activities and clubs does Ghars offer?

Ghars runs clubs on Thursdays after school, including Islamic Studies clubs; there are extensive after-school activities and field trips such as desert camping, go-karts and horseback riding. The Art program is student-centered and exhibitions showcase student work.

How does Ghars support wellbeing and safeguarding?

Ghars provides a safe, nurturing environment with attention to psychological and social development, and safeguarding policies are in place. The school also offers EAL support and aims to support mental wellbeing.

How is English as an Additional Language (EAL) support delivered?

EAL support is integrated into the Modern American curriculum, with language instruction adapted to each student's English level, needs and interests.

Is there a school uniform and what does it look like?

Yes, a Ghars uniform is required; colors vary by stage—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 but hoodies are not, and Middle/High School girls wear a P.E. blouse with black pants.

Is boarding offered at Ghars?

No, boarding is not offered.

What accreditations does Ghars hold?

Ghars is accredited locally by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and internationally by the Middle States Association (MSA).

When was Ghars established and who owns it?

Ghars was established in 2013 and is owned by Al-Etkan Educational Company, which also owns Ideal School and Manarat School.

What languages are taught and how is bilingualism implemented?

Ghars uses a bilingual Arabic-English program; KG follows bilingual education in an Islamic setting, and the Arabic program uses a Lebanese integrated Loghaty Kanzy curriculum. An AFL Talk curriculum teaches Arabic to non-native speakers from Grade 4, with a bridging year after Level 4.

How does Ghars teach Arabic to non-native speakers and who participates?

Ghars employs the AFL Talk curriculum to teach Arabic to non-native speakers at four levels (Introductory, Basic, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate) starting in Grade 4, and after Level 4 students transition to a Ministry-adapted curriculum for a bridging year.

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