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Gulf Indian School

Kuwait, Fahaheel

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KWD 391 - 561
Ages Not listed
Opened 1993
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages Hindi, French, Arabic
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Gulf Indian School in Fahaheel, Kuwait, established in 1993, offers the CBSE curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade XII with English as the medium of instruction. The school is recognized by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Education and affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (New Delhi), and is part of the CBSE Affiliated Schools in the Gulf network. The curriculum prepares students for All India Secondary and Senior School Certificate Examinations through a structured program in English. Beyond academics, the school hosts a range of enrichment activities. Notable events include the CBSE Kuwait Cluster Chess Tournament, Math Unfolded, Inkspire 2025, and HEURI-AI-STIC-2025, reflecting a commitment to intellectual challenge and technology-enhanced learning. The arts and cultural program features Arabic Fest and Inkspire 2025, showcasing creativity and language engagement. The campus provides modern facilities to support learning, including libraries, science labs, and spaces for arts and culture. Overall, Gulf Indian School provides a path from early years to senior secondary with emphasis on academics, arts, language, and practical skills.

Gulf Indian School, P.O. Box 7879, Fahaheel - 64009, Kuwait

The Essentials

Gulf Indian School has instruction in English.

Location
Located in the Fahaheel area of Kuwait. The postal address is Gulf Indian School, P.O. Box 7879, Fahaheel - 64009 Kuwait. The Gulf Indian School is recognized by the Ministry of Education, Kuwait and affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi. The school was established in 1993.

Stages
Kindergarten to Standard XII

Country affiliation
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India

School day structure
School hours 07:30 am to 01:15 pm
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uniform is compulsory and students must wear the prescribed uniform in exact colour and pattern.

House System
From class I onwards, students are grouped into four Houses: Sathya, Seva, Jyothi and Santhi. The house colours are blue, pink, orange and green. House points are earned for curricular and co-curricular performance as well as general behaviour to foster responsibility, cooperation and a competitive spirit.

Governance and Ownership
Owned and operated by Al-Faisal Educational Est. Co.; the Chairman is Mr. Ghazi Faisal Al-Dabbous and the Manager is Mr. Sreekumar Pillai. The school is recognised by the Ministry of Education, Kuwait and affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi.
Fees

Annual tuition at Gulf Indian School ranges from KWD 391 to KWD 561 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No separate application, registration, or admission fee is published for new applicants in the school fee schedule or admissions information.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term)

- Kindergarten: KWD 391 per annum. Payable in three instalments: KWD 130.333 per instalment (391 ÷ 3 = 130.333).

- Grades I–IV: KWD 434.750 per annum. Payable in three instalments: KWD 144.917 per instalment (434.750 ÷ 3 = 144.9167, rounded).

- Grades V–VIII: KWD 500.250 per annum. Payable in three instalments: KWD 166.750 per instalment (500.250 ÷ 3 = 166.75).

- Grades IX–XII: KWD 561.250 per annum. Payable in three instalments: KWD 187.083 per instalment (561.250 ÷ 3 = 187.0833, rounded).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable in three instalments. Specific instalment due dates are not listed with the fee figures; amounts above show the per-term share when the annual fee is divided into three equal instalments.

- Fees can be paid through the school's mobile app. The school also lists eNet Pay as an available electronic payment channel. Other payment methods are not specified alongside the published fee figures.

Boarding fees

- No boarding or hostel facilities are provided by the school; there are no boarding fees. The school operates as a day school.

Other costs and fees

- The published fee page shows only the tuition amounts and the three-instalment payment structure. Separate line items such as bus/transport fees, uniform costs, development or capital fees, examination fees, activity fees, or security/deposit fees are not listed with the tuition figures. Parents should expect that separate optional or mandatory charges (uniforms, transport, books, extracurricular fees, etc.) may apply locally, but no such amounts are published in the school's fee schedule.

Refund information and transfer/withdrawal handling

- A Transfer Certificate (TC) / no‑due requirement is referenced in admissions documentation; the school requires a no‑due clearance for transfers. No explicit refund schedule or detailed refund policy for tuition or deposits is published alongside the fee figures.

Fee payment options

- Mobile app payment is accepted. The school lists eNet Pay (electronic payment) as a payment channel. No other specific methods (for example, bank transfer details, credit-card acceptance, or cash/cheque procedures) are set out with the published fee schedule.

Summary (key figures)

- Kindergarten: KWD 391 per year — KWD 130.333 per instalment.
- Grades I–IV: KWD 434.750 per year — KWD 144.917 per instalment.
- Grades V–VIII: KWD 500.250 per year — KWD 166.750 per instalment.
- Grades IX–XII: KWD 561.250 per year — KWD 187.083 per instalment.

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Academics

Gulf Indian School teaches CBSE Curriculum.

Curriculum
CBSE curriculum, English-medium.

Higher Education Progression
Counsellor (M.Sc., Psychology) on staff
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a mission to provide an excellent learning environment that addresses different learning styles, develops creative minds and healthy bodies, and promotes the building of character based on core human values. The vision is to be recognized as a Centre of Excellence in K-12 education, emphasizing quality education by instilling determination and self-confidence in pupils through tech‑savvy and value‑based learning.
Parent Experience

History
The Gulf Indian School, Kuwait is recognized by the Ministry of Education, Kuwait and affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi. It is a member of the CBSE Affiliated Schools in the Gulf. The school was established in 1993 and now offers classes from Kindergarten to standard XII. The medium of instruction is English. The school follows the CBSE curriculum and prepares students for the All India Secondary School Examination and All India Senior School Certificate Examination.

Community
GIS hosts events and news including Arabic Fest and Foundation Day celebrations. The school participates in CBSE Kuwait Cluster Chess Tournaments, such as the 27th edition in 2025-2026. CBSE results for 2025-2026 (Class X and Class XII) are published on the site, and GIS publishes an E-Newsletter with updates from staff and students.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school participates in the 27th CBSE Kuwait Cluster Chess Tournament 2025-2026. HEURI-AI-STIC-2025 is featured in News, indicating technology and AI-focused activities. Inkspire 2025 is listed in News, and Math Unfolded is listed in News as enrichment events. These activities supplement classroom learning with competitions and hands-on challenges.

Arts & Creative
Inkspire 2025 is listed in News, suggesting a platform for student creativity. Arabic Fest is included in News, highlighting language and cultural expression. The News section also features additional creative and cultural activities, reflecting a robust arts program within the school.

Cultural & Language
Arabic Fest is listed in News, signifying a cultural and language-focused event. The News section includes Arabic Fest, reflecting the school's Arabic language and cultural activities. This demonstrates engagement with language and cultural celebrations within the school.

Social & Hobbies
The 27th CBSE Kuwait Cluster Chess Tournament 2025-2026 is listed in News, indicating chess as a student activity. Inkspire 2025 and Math Unfolded appear in News as competitions and creative challenges within school life. These events reflect a culture of intellectual pursuit and student involvement in extracurricular activities.
Languages

Language Provision
The medium of instruction is English.
Reputation

Accreditations
The Gulf Indian School is recognized by the Ministry of Education, Kuwait. It is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi. It is a member of the Council of CBSE Affiliated Schools in the Gulf.
School Events
The school has not added events
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