Smart Indian School

Kuwait, Jleeb Al-shuyoukh

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees KWD 625 - 1,045

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2016

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum CBSE Curriculum

Taught languages Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu, Bengali, Hindi, French, Arabic

Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

Smart Indian School Kuwait is a CBSE-affiliated, English-medium co-educational school located in Jleeb Al Shyoukh. It serves ages 2 to 18 and offers Nursery through Grade 12, with Science and Commerce streams at senior levels. The school is part of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Middle East, and operates under Bhavan's governance. Languages evolve as second languages from early grades, with Hindi, French, Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu and Bangla, Arabic as a third language from Grades 1–8, and Sanskrit available later. Classrooms emphasize learning through laboratories, a Computer Lab, a KG Play Area, and a Library. Campus includes a Swimming Pool and a Play Ground for sport and PE. Extracurriculars span Academic and Intellectual activities (Math, Science, Debate, Public Speaking, Quizzes), Arts and Creative pursuits (Dance, Art and Craft, Story Telling, Choral Recitation), and Community and Service through Bhavan Service Scheme. Leadership and growth are nurtured within a framework of education and cross-cultural values.

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Smart Indian School, Jleeb Al Shyoukh - School Street, Jleeb Al Shyoukh, Kuwait

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Location

Smart Indian School is located on School Street, Jleeb Al Shyoukh, Kuwait. It is in the Jleeb Al Shyoukh district, a residential area accessible by Kuwait's local road network. The school serves boys and girls aged 2–18 and is part of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Middle East.

Stages

Kindergarten, Primary, Middle, Secondary

Type

Co-educational CBSE-affiliated school

Country affiliation

India

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Fees

Application & admission fees

- Application fee: KD 15.
- Refundable caution deposit: KD 25 (refundable).
- On first-time admission: the first-term tuition and the ICT fee are payable at the time of admission (ICT fee amount not listed).
- Late-admission charge (for admissions from the second term onwards): KD 50.

Tuition fees — per term and annual totals (by class)

- Pre-KG: First term KD 210; Second term KD 210; Third term KD 205; Annual total KD 625.
- LKG / UKG: First term KD 240; Second term KD 240; Third term KD 235; Annual total KD 715.
- Grades 1–5: First term KD 295; Second term KD 295; Third term KD 290; Annual total KD 880.
- Grades 6–8: First term KD 350; Second term KD 350; Third term KD 345; Annual total KD 1,045.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable in full prior to the commencement of the academic year.
- The school allows payment in three instalments instead of a single payment: instalments are due prior to 1 April, 1 September and 1 December of the academic year.

Transport (bus) fees and terms

- Bus fees are shown by area and may be paid monthly or annually: Jleeb Shyokh–Hassawi: KD 16 per month (KD 160 per year); Khaitan–Farwaniya–Riggae: KD 18 per month (KD 180 per year); Kuwait City–Salmiya–Hawalli–Jabriya: KD 20 per month (KD 200 per year); Fintas–Fahaheel–Ahmadi: KD 22 per month (KD 220 per year). The bus service contract covers 10 months of the academic year.
- Transport is optional; parents joining during the academic year pay for the full remaining months.

Boarding / hostel fees

- No boarding or hostel fees are published; the school operates as a day / day-boarding institution and lists transport and canteen as optional services rather than overnight boarding. Boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and routine charges

- Cost of books, stationery and school uniforms: payable as required and must be purchased from the school store; specific amounts are not listed in the published schedule.
- ICT fee: payable at admission alongside first-term tuition for new students; the published schedule does not specify the ICT fee amount.
- Canteen services are offered as an optional facility; separate canteen pricing is not published.

Refund information

- The caution deposit (KD 25) is refundable. No other explicit refund terms or a broader refund schedule for tuition, transport, canteen or uniforms are published in the published fee schedule.

Fee payment options

- The published fee schedule does not specify accepted payment methods (for example: cash, cheque, debit/credit card or bank transfer). Parents should use the school's accounts office or the school's parent portal for payment arrangements.

Notes on published coverage and missing items

- The published fee schedule lists fees for Pre-KG through Grade 8 but does not list per-term or annual tuition amounts for Grades 9–12 in the same fee table. The schedule also does not specify the ICT fee amount, uniform or book price lists, detailed canteen charges, or the accepted payment methods. These items are not shown in the published fee information.

Academics

Curriculum

CBSE affiliated and English-medium; Nursery through Grade 12 is offered. Courses are organized as Nursery; Standard I–II; Standard III–V; Standard VI–VIII; Standard IX–X; XI–XII, with Science and Commerce streams at the senior levels. Languages: second language options vary by grade—Std I–II offer Hindi, French, Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu and Bangla; Arabic is taught as a third language from Grades 1–8; Sanskrit is offered as a second language from Grade 5; for Std III–V, second language options include Hindi, French, Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu, Bangla and Sanskrit (Grade 5); for Std VI–VIII, second language options are Hindi, French and Sanskrit with Arabic as the third language; for Std IX–X, second language options are Hindi or French. Assessments: Nursery to Std 2 have no exams; Std 3–4 have five cycle tests per year; Std 5–10 follow the CBSE assessment scheme (including half-yearly and yearly examinations); Std 11–12 have three assessments and three periodic tests. XI–XII Science stream includes English, Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Computer Science and Mathematics with options such as Psychology, Physical Education and Informatics Practices; Commerce stream includes English, Economics, Accountancy, Business Studies and options such as Applied Mathematics, Psychology, Physical Education and Informatics Practices.

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Admissions

1. KG Admissions path. KG Admissions: Residents of Fintas, Mahboula, Abu Halifa, Fahaheel, Mangaf, Ahmadi and nearby areas apply to Jack and Jill, Mangaf. Jack and Jill, Mangaf: Choose Pre KG, KG1 M, or KG2 M for admissions. Pre KG available: Only at Jack and Jill, Mangaf, and SIS. This arrangement directs KG applicants to the campus that serves their area.

2. Admissions in Kuwait. JACK N JILL NURSERY; SIS CBSE; SIS IGCSE; IES Kuwait are admissions options in Kuwait. APPLY NOW for each program. Applicants should select the campus and program before submitting an application.

3. Age criteria. Age for entry into LKG is 3 years 6 months as of 31 March; Age for entry into Grade 1 is 5 years 6 months as of 31 March.

4. Fees and documents. For first-time admissions, the application fee is KD 15 and a refundable caution deposit is KD 25; the first term fee and ICT fee are payable at the time of admission. Late admission fee of KD 50 applies if admission is from the second term onward. Cost of books, stationery and school uniforms are payable as required and are to be purchased from the school store. Fees may be paid in three installments before April 1, September 1, and December 1 of the academic year.

Scholarships

The school offers a Scholarship program for classes 8–11. Students who secure A1 in all periodic assessments, the half-yearly examination, and the annual examination in all subjects (English, second language, Mathematics, Science and Social Science) are entitled to a scholarship, with the cash award distributed at the next annual day function and only if the student continues studying at SIS.

The school also recognizes high achievers with the Scholar Badge for classes 5–7, awarded to students who achieve A1 in all periodic assessments and examinations.

The Scholar Blazer is awarded to students who have been a Scholar/Scholarship holder for three consecutive years.

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FAQs

What age range does Smart Indian School serve and what grades are offered?

Smart Indian School serves students aged 2 to 18 and offers Nursery through Grade 12, with Science and Commerce streams available at the senior levels.

Where is Smart Indian School located and what curriculum does it follow?

The school is on School Street in Jleeb Al Shyoukh, Kuwait. It is CBSE affiliated, English-medium, and co-educational, and is part of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Middle East.

When was Smart Indian School opened and who is the head of school?

Smart Indian School opened in 2016, and the Head of School is Mahesh P. Iyer.

What are the key admission criteria and pathways for KG and other programs?

Entry for LKG is 3 years 6 months and for Grade 1 is 5 years 6 months as of 31 March. KG admissions follow pathways via Jack and Jill Mangaf; other SIS programs include CBSE and IGCSE, with campus/program chosen before application.

What are the main fees and how can they be paid?

Application is 15 KD and a refundable caution deposit of 25 KD. First-term tuition and ICT fee are paid at admission. Tuition can be paid in three installments before 1 April, 1 September, and 1 December, with transport fees optional.

Are there scholarships or awards for high achievers?

Yes. There is a Scholarship program for classes 8–11 based on achieving A1 in all assessments and exams, with cash awards at the next annual day if the student continues at SIS. There is also a Scholar Badge for classes 5–7 and a Scholar Blazer for three consecutive years of scholarship.

What curriculum and streams are offered, and how are exams structured?

The school offers the CBSE curriculum in English, with Science and Commerce streams in the senior years. Assessments follow CBSE guidelines: Nursery–Std2 have no exams; Std3–4 have five cycle tests; Std5–10 have half-yearly and yearly exams; Std11–12 have three assessments and three periodic tests.

What languages are available as second or third languages across grades?

Second language options vary by grade: Std I–II offer Hindi, French, Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu and Bangla; Arabic is taught as a third language from Grades 1–8; Sanskrit is offered as a second language from Grade 5. Higher grades include Hindi or French as the second language, with Sanskrit available in some ranges.

Which language supports are provided to improve English or other languages?

The school provides a Language Lab to improve English proficiency, alongside a broad range of offered second and third languages to support multilingual learning.

What academic and science facilities does SIS have?

Facilities include Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Labs, a Computer Lab, a Library, a KG Play Area, and a Language Lab to support hands-on and language learning.

What sports and wellbeing facilities are available on campus?

The campus features a Swimming Pool (two indoor heated pools) and a Play Ground, with supervision for swimming and a PE program that includes aquatic education.

Are there facilities tailored for younger children or for general student life?

Yes. There is a KG Play Area for early-years learning, plus labs, library, and language facilities that support students across all grades and age groups.

What clubs and activities exist beyond the classroom?

SIS offers clubs such as Math Club, Science Club, Literary Club, Debate, Public Speaking, Quiz, Art and Craft, Dance, Yoga, and Story Telling, along with various competitions and cultural events.

Are there leadership, service or community programs available to students?

Yes. The Bhavan's Service Scheme provides volunteering and social service opportunities, aligned with a leadership vision to develop character, discipline and service.

What are some notable events or activities in the SIS extracurricular program?

Students participate in events like Debates, Quizzes, Choral Recitation, Story Telling, Show and Tell, and themed days such as Colour Day, Fruit Salad Day and Lemonade Day.

How does SIS support student wellbeing and learning?

SIS emphasizes a supportive learning environment with a focus on how to learn, experiential learning, and adaptive teaching, backed by experienced staff and strong infrastructure.

Is boarding available at Smart Indian School?

No. The school operates as a day/day-boarding institution, with transport as an optional service rather than overnight boarding.

What are the uniform requirements and discipline rules?

Students wear the approved school uniform daily, with a separate PE uniform. Winter uniforms may include a blazer; hair rules require boys to have short hair and girls to wear two plaits or two ponytails; black shoes and a school-issued belt are required; certain jewellery and makeup are restricted.

Who governs the school and what is its CBSE affiliation?

Smart Indian School is managed by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Middle East, with Ali Judian Al Rashidi as sponsor, and is affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi (Affiliation No. 5930019).

What accreditation does the school hold and are there recognitions for high achievers?

SIS holds CBSE affiliation No. 5930019. High achievers can earn the Scholar Badge for classes 5–7 and the Scholar Blazer after three consecutive years of scholarship.

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