Kuwait International English School

Block 10, Al Hassan Al Bassry Street, Hawally, Kuwait. Kuwait International English School is a private day school serving international and local students from pre-school through to university entrance preparation. The school provides a two-way bus service through a contracted transport company. Contact: +965 22219228.

Early Years (KG and Reception); Primary Years (Years 1–6); Secondary Years (Years 7–13).

Private day school; part of Al Rayan Schools.

Affiliation with the United Kingdom through the British National Curriculum.

The school day starts at 7:00 am. KG and Reception finish at 12:00 pm; Primary and Secondary finish at 2:00 pm. Students should arrive no earlier than 6:45 am.

Buses are available to most districts; a two-way bus service is provided via the school's contracted transport company.

KIES follows and delivers lessons based on the British National Curriculum. The curriculum is based on the British National Curriculum and adapted to fit the international environment and the requirements of individual examination boards. Teaching and learning of the national curriculum is enquiry-based, with a focus on problem solving and aims to build pupils' abilities as learners. Class sizes are arranged to provide greater personal attention, and all children are taught in mixed-ability classes. A range of activities deliver the Curriculum, including practical problem solving, online interactive learning and book-based learning, with textbooks being one of the resources used to deliver the curriculum. National Curriculum Plans for Primary and Secondary are provided and adapted to fit the requirements of different exam boards and the needs of learners.

University entrance preparation is provided.

The school fosters a supportive climate of mutual respect and enthusiasm for learning. It promotes international and multicultural awareness and fosters a sense of ethical and social responsibility. Pastoral care is provided across the school to support students' social and emotional development. Pupils are taught Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED) and PSHE as part of safeguarding and wellbeing education. A school counsellor is available to support students with emotional, social and wellbeing needs.

The school recognises that pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) may face additional safeguarding challenges. Disabilities or specific additional needs are acknowledged in safeguarding and welfare procedures. Staff are trained to identify and support pupils with SEND as part of safeguarding. A designated safeguarding lead and safeguarding officers oversee safeguarding for all departments. Senior School designated safeguarding lead and officer monitor and implement safeguarding strategies.

The curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and has been adapted to fit the needs of learners in an ambitious 21st century Middle East. In addition, teaching and learning strategies support those with English as a second language, based on best international practices.

KIES has a Healthy Food, Healthy Mind Policy that promotes nutrition education, hydration and overall wellbeing. Nutrition education and wellbeing are integrated into the curriculum through science, PSHE and health modules. The school offers workshops and campaigns for students and parents on balanced eating. Staff model healthy eating behaviours and parents are encouraged to reinforce healthy habits. The policy aligns with national health standards and Kuwait's regulatory guidance for school nutrition and wellbeing.

Safeguarding children is the school's highest priority and the policy provides clear direction on safeguarding and child protection. The policy outlines four categories of abuse: physical, emotional, sexual abuse and neglect. Staff receive safeguarding training, including annual online training, and the school has a Designated Safeguarding Lead and safeguarding officers to coordinate protection across departments. Senior School designated safeguarding lead and officer monitor and implement safeguarding strategies. Safeguarding links to Behaviour, Pastoral, Health and Safety, Anti-bullying and E-safety, and the school provides clear reporting lines for concerns.

Step 1. Prepare and submit documents for new enrollment. Documents required for New enrollment include two recent photographs; civil ID copies (both sides) of the student, mother and father; copies of the student's passport and the parents' passports; birth certificate; vaccination record; transfer certificate from the previous school; last school report; a clearance letter; and a medical file from the previous school. These documents must be brought to the interview. The entrance test fee is 25 KWD and the registration fee is 100 KWD, both payable as part of the enrollment process.

Step 2. Enter the entrance assessment and interviews. Students are tested before they enter the school; the registration test assesses the student's academic level and suitability for admission. A brief interview may be held with the parents if required, and the student may be interviewed by the school counsellor if needed.

Step 3. Admission decision. It is the Head of Department's decision whether a student is accepted. No student will be allowed admission unless they meet the entry requirements. Any serious discipline concerns are grounds for non-acceptance. The decision is final.

Step 4. Registration completion after passing the assessment. If the student has passed the assessment test, the paperwork and forms are submitted to the accounts department, and a 100 KD deposit is paid to complete the registration process. This deposit must be paid to complete registration. It is not possible to register a student without all the necessary paperwork, which must be brought into the school at the time of the interview.

Step 5. Age requirements. Minimum age on the first day of the new academic year is 3 years 6 months for Kindergarten and 16 years 6 months for Year 12. The age bands for intermediate years are: Reception 4 years 6 months; Year 1 5 years 6 months; Year 2 6 years 6 months; Year 3 7 years 6 months; Year 4 8 years 6 months; Year 5 9 years 6 months; Year 6 10 years 6 months; Year 7 11 years 6 months; Year 8 12 years 6 months; Year 9 13 years 6 months; Year 10 14 years 6 months; Year 11 15 years 6 months. These ages align with the year level applied for.

Step 6. Documents for Students from outside Kuwait. For Students from outside Kuwait, documents required include a complete registration form and two recent photographs. Civil IDs for the student, mother and father are required, or an entry visa if a Civil ID is not yet issued. A copy of residency/entry visa, birth certificate, vaccination record, and the last school report authenticated by the home country's Ministry of Education and the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs are also required.