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Kuwait, Kuwait City
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The school has a strong social purpose and a robust student leadership framework. Students lead through Playground Pals and the Junior Phase Council, and in Secondary participate in Social Impact, Wellbeing, Media, Events, and House Committees. The Model United Nations (MUN) programme and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award develop critical thinking, diplomacy, and leadership, while a diverse community and events such as International Day foster respect and inclusion.
The school offers English as a Second Language as part of its subject provision.
Mental wellbeing is supported through wellbeing-focused initiatives such as Wellbeing Warriors in the Upper Department, a Kindness Curriculum in the Lower Phase, and dedicated safe spaces like The Nest and Wellbeing Woods, complemented by a broader health and wellbeing framework.
Safeguarding is central to school practice with clear policies and procedures, staff designated as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputy DSL (DDSL), and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.
The British School of Kuwait delivers a British curriculum for students aged 4 to 18. The Lower Phase through Sixth Form follow the National Curriculum of England, with 25 GCSE/IGCSE options and 16–18 AS and A Levels. The school offers Power Maths, Read Write Inc, and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), with Arabic language and Islamic studies integrated in collaboration with the Kuwait Ministry of Education to support bilingualism and cultural understanding. The campus is purpose-built with STEAM spaces, science and computer science labs, and a STEAM maker space. Arts spaces include theatres, drama and music studios, a dark room, animation suite and ceramics spaces. A swimming pool, covered multi-sport areas and tennis courts support PE. MIT faculty collaborate on project challenges; UNICEF supports learning development. The International Award and ECA options complement study, with graduates gaining places at universities, including Cambridge, UCL, Penn State, UCLA and University of Sydney.
