The International British School

Block 9, Ibn Taimiya Street, Fahaheel, Kuwait. The school is located in the Fahaheel area and accessible via local roads. It is part of the Al Rayan Holding Co. Schools network.

Early Years; Primary Years; Secondary Years

British international school

Islam

Transportation by bus is provided. Fees are charged per term and depend on travel area: Up to Fintas (round trip 310; one-way 250); Far Area (Up to Masayil) (round trip 350; one-way 275). Installments: 1st Inst. 125/140; 2nd Inst. 125/140; 3rd Inst. 60/70. New joining: pay the full term's transport fee for the term joined.

The school follows the English National Curriculum. Key Stage 3 (Year 7-9) and Key Stage 4 are offered. Arabic (First Language and Second Language), Kuwait Social Studies and French are part of the curriculum, and Islam is compulsory for Muslim students. The school uses diverse teaching styles and has four newly equipped science labs and a computer suite, with annual trips in Kuwait and abroad. A range of option subjects is available, including physics, chemistry, biology, business studies, history, geography, art, ICT and French.

British qualifications are internationally recognised and can open doors to study at reputable universities worldwide, including England.

The school challenges gifted and talented young minds and offers Masterclasses for Gifted and Talented students.

SEAL (Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning) is used to develop students' social, emotional, and mental health skills. The SEAL curriculum is delivered with direct form tutor contact twice daily and dedicated SEAL time: two hours per week for secondary and one hour per week for primary. The wellbeing framework promotes positive mental health for all students and staff, celebrating achievements, fostering belonging, and encouraging student voice in decision making. The school offers a counselling service with Ms. Zainab, a wellbeing team, peer mentors, and a wellbeing week as part of a whole‑school approach to mental health. Staff receive regular training in child mental health to recognise and respond to concerns and to support well‑being across the school.

The school has a SEND Policy. The safeguarding policy notes that children with SEN can face additional safeguarding challenges, and IBS diligently monitors SEN students and may provide targeted extra pastoral support. The SEND policy defines SEND and includes involvement of parents and other relevant professionals in providing support. The policy also references English as an Additional Language (EAL) alongside SEND and outlines collaboration with parents and professionals in the support process.

The school provides English as an Additional Language support and has developed teaching and learning strategies to support those with English as a second language. English as a Second Language is listed as a Cambridge IGCSE option (English as 2nd Language, Cambridge). Admission tests in English are used to assess language proficiency and placement. The SEND Policy defines EAL and supports language development as part of inclusive education. The school communicates ongoing language support strategies as part of its policy framework.

The school is committed to supporting mental health and wellbeing for students and staff; the policy states that positive mental health is everybody's responsibility. SEAL, wellbeing time, and dedicated counselling support are used to promote mental health and resilience. A counselling service, wellbeing team, peer mentors, wellbeing week, and SEAL program provide structured support and skill-building. Staff receive training in child mental health to recognise warning signs and respond appropriately. The school also signspost to external support where needed and implements a whole‑school approach to mental health, including classroom and community strategies.

The school has a Saf safeguarding Policy with a designated safeguarding lead and a safeguarding officer to cover absence, and all staff receive safeguarding training. The policy outlines reporting procedures for concerns, including steps to take if a child discloses abuse, and the involvement of Al Rayan Head Office and local authorities as needed. It details access to DBS/Police checks for new staff and annual safeguarding training updates, plus clear lines of escalation for allegations against staff. It provides safeguarding information for parents and emphasizes communicating with parents about safeguarding policies. The policy recognises that safeguarding considerations include students with SEND and contextual safeguarding beyond the school site.

1. NEW REGISTRATIONS: Parents and students may request a campus tour. Tours can be arranged by contacting Reception. When contacting the school, the age of the child and their interests are requested so that a relevant tour route can be planned. The Admissions Team will assist prospective parents throughout the application process.
2. STEP TWO: The Registrar requires basic documentation, including the personal details page of the child's passport and a copy of their most recent school report. Have those papers ready for the entrance test. For Early-Years: The KG test includes a parent interview (about 30 minutes) and tests motor-skills and basic English; if a KG class is available, the child will join a lesson and interact with other children. For Reception: The test includes a parent interview (about 30 minutes); motor-skills, basic Mathematics and English are assessed; if a Reception class is available, the candidate will join a lesson.
3. STEP THREE: After testing has been conducted and the results processed, prospective parents are contacted with a decision by the Head of Department. The Head of Department determines admission decisions. If a place is offered, the process proceeds to Step Four. If not offered, the applicant's file remains in consideration for future opportunities where spaces arise.
4. STEP FOUR: For students offered a place, parents meet with the Registrar to complete the initial data entry required for the registration form. The Registrar provides guidance and collects the necessary information.
5. STEP FIVE: The next step is to visit the Accounts department to pay a registration fee (100 KD) and any fee settlement required. The Accounts department provides payment details and receipts.
6. STEP SIX: The sixth and final stage of the process is for the parent to return to the Registrar to complete the required data entry for the registration form and receive final confirmation of admission. The Registrar confirms the completion of registration and admission status. Parents may contact the Registrar for any clarifications.
7. STEP SEVEN: The Registrar will liaise with the Head of Department to confirm a start date for the student. On the first day of school, the tutor/class teacher will receive the student and introduce him/her to their new tutor group.
8. RE-REGISTRATIONS: Early in Term 3, parents of students already registered will receive notification of the deadline for re-registration. If a parent fails to re-register before the deadline, IBS cannot guarantee a place. IBS is in high demand, so re-registration should be completed early. Parents must visit the school to meet with the Registrar, update details on the registration form, and pay a non-refundable re-registration deposit plus refundable compulsory charges per student.
9. CONDITIONS OF ENTRY INTO SIXTH FORM: The Sixth Form comprises Year 12 and Year 13 and caters to students pursuing International A Level qualifications. For Year 12, compulsory education in Kuwait ends after Year 11; entry requires meeting general requirements and a minimum standard for progression to IA Levels, including expectations around English and previous grades. For Year 13, continuation depends on meeting required grades and subject choices; Sixth Formers are admitted as voluntary students expected to behave with responsibility and maturity. A student may be reserved a place on an IA Level course if general requirements are met and mock examination grades are achieved; otherwise a place may be offered based on availability, subject to final examination results.

IBS uses a waiting list for entry to courses when places are not immediately available. Admission from the waiting list depends on meeting general requirements and achieving the required examination grades; admission occurs if spaces exist. For Year 12, a place may be reserved for students meeting general requirements and achieving the required mock grades; students on the waiting list may be admitted after final examinations if spaces exist, and if they continue to meet all general requirements.