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New Pakistan International School

Kuwait, Hawally

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The school at a glance
Fees KWD 366 - 1,500
Ages 3 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 2500
Type Co-educational
Opened 1997
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Arabic, Urdu, French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

New Pakistan International School in Hawally, Kuwait, serves students aged 3 to 16 with a blend of international and Pakistani curricula. The Oxford system is followed to class 8; IGCSE for 9–11 and AS Level for grade 12, with FBISE for Pakistani students. There is a three-year IGCSE plan, and the school is affiliated with FBISE Pakistan, Cambridge University, and Edexcel UK; it is an approved exam center. Facilities include modern science laboratories, four computer labs, a large library, a full-time medical facility, and a spacious Kindergarten area with audio-visual aids. English, Mathematics, and Science are prioritized, with Urdu, French, Geography, Business Studies, and ICT taught at appropriate levels. The campus hosts debates and ceremonies in multipurpose halls, supports arts through Arts and Craft, and runs recycling projects. IGCSE students have achieved A* and A grades in all subjects.

Block 8, Suraqah Bin Malik Street, Hawally, Kuwait

The Essentials

New Pakistan International School has 2,500 pupils.

Location
Block 8, Suraqah Bin Malik Street, Hawally, Kuwait.

Stages
Kindergarten; Primary School; Middle/High School

Pupil Nationality Mix
NPIS students belong to 40 different nationalities.

Country affiliation
Pakistan
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform policy. Students should come to school in a clean, well ironed uniform. Neat short hair cuts for boys and black shoes are mandatory.

Food Options
Students must bring snacks and water from home. Cold drinking water is available in school.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of Al Rayan Holding Co.
Fees

Annual tuition at New Pakistan International School ranges from KWD 366 to KWD 1,500 for 2026/27.

Application / admission fees

- An admission filing fee applies; the admission filing fee is non‑refundable.
- The first term's fee must be paid at the time of admission.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term amounts; amounts shown in KWD)

- KG 1 — Annual tuition: KWD 366. Term installments: KWD 122 (1st), KWD 122 (2nd), KWD 122 (3rd).
- KG 2 — Annual tuition: KWD 366. Term installments: KWD 122, KWD 122, KWD 122.
- Grade 1 — Annual tuition: KWD 398. Term installments: KWD 133, KWD 133, KWD 132.
- Grade 2 — Annual tuition: KWD 398. Term installments: KWD 133, KWD 133, KWD 132.
- Grade 3 — Annual tuition: KWD 398. Term installments: KWD 133, KWD 133, KWD 132.
- Grade 4 — Annual tuition: KWD 398. Term installments: KWD 133, KWD 133, KWD 132.
- Grade 5 — Annual tuition: KWD 456. Term installments: KWD 152, KWD 152, KWD 152.
- Grade 6 — Annual tuition: KWD 456. Term installments: KWD 152, KWD 152, KWD 152.
- Grade 7 — Annual tuition: KWD 456. Term installments: KWD 152, KWD 152, KWD 152.
- Grade 8 — Annual tuition: KWD 456. Term installments: KWD 152, KWD 152, KWD 152.
- Grade 9 — Annual tuition: KWD 504. Term installments: KWD 168, KWD 168, KWD 168.
- Grade 10 — Annual tuition: KWD 504. Term installments: KWD 168, KWD 168, KWD 168.
- Grade 11 — Annual tuition: KWD 504. Term installments: KWD 168, KWD 168, KWD 168.
- Grade 12 — Annual tuition: KWD 504. Term installments: KWD 168, KWD 168, KWD 168.
- IGCSE (Grades 9–10 special listing) — Annual tuition: KWD 1,350. Term installments: KWD 450, KWD 450, KWD 450.
- IGCSE Grade 11 — Annual tuition: KWD 1,350. Term installments: KWD 450, KWD 450, KWD 450.
- AS Level — Annual tuition: KWD 1,500. Term installments: KWD 500, KWD 500, KWD 500.

(All tuition amounts and the per‑term installment breakdown above follow the school fee schedule.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard installment due dates: 1st installment due 10th (April or September, depending on cohort), 2nd installment due 10th September/December, 3rd installment due 10th December/February as per the fee schedule.
- Fee must be paid within the first 10 days of each term.
- If payment is by cheque, the official receipt is issued only after the cheque has been cleared by the bank.
- The first term's fee is payable at the time of admission.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered / boarding fees are not applicable for this school.

Other costs and required items

- A school uniform is required; uniform items include maroon striped shirts, trousers/pinafores, ties, pullovers, PE T‑shirts and tracksuits, white and black shoes and socks as listed in the uniform policy.
- Books, stationery and other sold items are charged to parents; sold items such as books and uniforms are not refundable.

Refund and withdrawal policy (key points)

- During the first week after admission: the parent pays KWD 50 and the balance of the term fee is refunded.
- After the first week of the first term: the parent is liable for the full tuition fee for the first term (no pro‑rata refund).
- If a student withdraws at any time during the second term: the parent must pay the full 1st and 2nd term fees.
- If a student withdraws at any time during the third term: the parent must pay tuition for the complete year (all three terms).
- There will be no refunds for sold items such as books or uniforms.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include K‑NET (local bank card), cheque, and online payment via the school's parent payment portal.
- The school operates an online parent payment/login portal for fee payments.
- Receipts for cheque payments are issued only after bank clearance.
Academics

New Pakistan International School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
KG to IGCSE and AS Level. The school follows the Oxford system of education until class 8, IGCSE for class 9 to 11, FBISE for Pakistani students and Edexcel for grade 12 (AS Level). There is a three-year plan for IGCSE completing grades 9–11. The school is affiliated with FBISE Pakistan, Cambridge University (UK) and Edexcel UK (Pearson). English, Mathematics and Science are emphasized; Urdu, French, Geography, Business Studies and ICT are taught at appropriate levels.

Exam Results
IGCSE students consistently achieve A* and A grades in all subjects. Minyar Salama won the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award in Chemistry. Graduates have studied at prestigious colleges and universities across the USA, the UK, Canada, Turkey, Malaysia, Pakistan, Egypt and Cyprus.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates have studied at prestigious colleges and universities across the USA, the United Kingdom, Canada, Turkey, Malaysia, Pakistan, Egypt and Cyprus.

Gifted and Talented
High achievers are recognized through awards such as the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award; students have won international competitions. The school is an approved examination center for Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and FBISE examinations.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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Special Educational Needs (SEN)
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English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers a broad curriculum with language and subject offerings including English, Urdu, and French, taught across levels. English is used across subjects, with English (as Second Language) among listed IGCSE subjects. Urdu, French, Geography, Business Studies and ICT are taught at appropriate levels.

Mental Wellbeing
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Safeguarding
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Parent Experience

History
NPIS originated in 1997 in Hawally and is part of Al Rayan Holding Co. IGCSE classes were started in 2002, beginning with a class of 15 students and expanding to about 500 students across 21 sections. AS classes have been run since 2012. NPIS is an approved examination center for Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and FBISE examinations. NPIS has completed 23 years of operation with academic excellence.

Community
NPIS offers rich co-curricular offerings including art, trips, and plays. Students participate in competitions and projects such as the EyeLevel Award (2017), Kuwait Times Art Competition (first and second places in 2015), Quran competitions, and a World Video Competition (2016) by the British Council. A UNICEF recycling project was organized in collaboration with The Big Tree Society. Graduates have studied at universities in the USA, England, Canada, Turkey, Malaysia, Pakistan, Egypt and Cyprus. NPIS is recognized as an examination center for Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and FBISE.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents are recognized as contributing to the educational process. The school maintains close contact with parents to update them on their children's progress. Regular consultation and parent-teacher meetings are organized throughout the year. The school comprises four sections: KG, Primary, Middle, and Secondary.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The School Campus is spacious and secure, with teachers on duty during breaks and at the start and end of the day. The classrooms are well decorated with educational charts to provide a conducive learning environment. The Kindergarten Area is designed with intensive care for younger children and includes audio-visual aids to combine fun with learning. A large, updated Library serves the senior and junior sections and supports reading and research. Modern Science Laboratories are available for Biology, Physics, Chemistry and ICT, and there are four Computer Labs with high-performance computers and internet access. A well-equipped Medical Care facility with full-time nurses is on site.

Academic Facilities
Science Laboratories are modern and well-equipped for Biology, Physics, Chemistry and ICT. Minor science experiments are conducted in classes (5-8) to provide a practical approach, and senior students regularly use the labs for practicals. There are four Computer Labs for the junior and senior sections, with high-performance computers and internet access; the school was the first to conduct IGCSE IT examination practicals in its own labs. A large, updated Library supports the needs of all students in reading and research.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Multipurpose Halls, Jinnah and Sbah, are equipped with stage, sound and lighting to support events such as debates, fancy dress shows and national day ceremonies. There is a mosque on campus where students and teachers offer prayers. Art and Craft are taught by highly skilled teachers to stimulate creativity. The facilities support reading, projects and other extracurricular engagement through these spaces.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers IGCSE for classes 9 to 11 and AS Level (Edexcel) for grade 12. It follows the Oxford system up to class 8, then IGCSE, FBISE for Pakistani students, and Edexcel for AS Level. English, Mathematics and Science are emphasized, with Urdu, French, Geography, Business Studies and ICT taught at appropriate levels. IGCSE students consistently achieve A* and A grades in all subjects.

Arts & Creative
The school supports arts and crafts with skilled teachers who encourage creative expression. It has achieved recognition in competitions, including first place in Kuwait Times' Kuwait Beautiful & Green art competition (2015) and a 2020 Lebanese Embassy Kuwait art competition win. The school won a World Video Competition conducted by the British Council in Kuwait for Cambridge International in 2016. Sana Mazeh, a student, won third prize in Free Writing, EyeLevel Award (2017).

Cultural & Language
Urdu and French are taught as foundation subjects at appropriate levels. English is emphasized across the curriculum. The school participates in Quran competitions conducted by the Ministry of Education, and has won in such competitions.

Social & Hobbies
Debates and national day ceremonies are held in the multipurpose halls named Jinnah and Sbah. These spaces support a variety of events, including fancy dress shows and other school activities. The facilities enable student-led performances and competitions.

Community & Service
Students participated in a Recycling Project organized by The Big Tree Society in collaboration with UNICEF and received certificates of participation. This demonstrates engagement with community and environmental initiatives. The school emphasizes social responsibility through such projects and community events.

Leadership & Professional
Graduates have studied at prestigious colleges and universities across the globe. Some graduates are doctors, engineers and accountants.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school has a large, updated library serving senior and junior students. A well-equipped medical room with full-time nurses attends to health needs. There is a mosque on campus for prayers. The kindergarten area is designed with the needs of young learners in mind. The Art and Craft facilities support creative expression.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English (as Second Language). Urdu and French are foundation subjects taught at appropriate levels. Arabic is taught as a language subject.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the admission form and documents. The documents required include: admission form; photocopy of birth certificate; photocopy of Kuwaiti Nationality, Father & Mother (if Kuwaiti); passport copy of the student, Father, Mother with Residence (if Non-Kuwaiti); two photographs of the student; Civil I.D. copy of the student, Father and Mother; Transfer certificate from the last school (Attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Embassy of Kuwait); Clearance Certificate from the last school (if in Kuwait); Last Result Card from the previous school (Attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Embassy of Kuwait); Health Card. These documents confirm eligibility and support the application and are used to verify identity, nationality, and prior schooling. 2. Age Scale. Accepted Ages in Ministry of Education: Kindergarten – LKG 3 Years and 6 months; UKG 4 Years and 6 months. Primary – Class 1 5 Years and 6 months; Class 2 6 Years and 6 months; Class 3 7 Years and 6 months; Class 4 8 Years and 6 months. Middle – Class 5 9 Years and 6 months; Class 6 10 Years and 6 months; Class 7 11 Years and 6 months; Class 8 12 Years and 6 months. High School – Class 9 13 Years and 6 months; Class 10 14 Years and 6 months; Class 11 15 Years and 6 months; Class 12 16 Years and 6 months. 3. For new Admission: Students have to take admission test of Mathematics and English after a brief interview. LKG (Only Interview).
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