Gulf English School vs Kuwait English School

	G Gulf English School Kuwait City, Kuwait	K Kuwait English School Kuwait City, Kuwait
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KWD 1,692 - 3,893	Fees / year KWD 1,778 - 4,650
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 1,363	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 28
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1980	Opened 1978
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located in Salmiya, Kuwait, on Al Dimnah Street (Block 4). The postal address is P O Box 33106, Salmiya, Kuwait. The school can be reached by telephone at +965 2575 7022 or +965 2575 7952.	Location Salwa, Area 11, Street 9, Salmiya 22057, Kuwait (P.O. Box 8640). It is in the Salmiya district along the Kuwait coastline.
Stages	Stages The school serves ages 3–18, from Kindergarten to Year 13.	Stages Early Years (KG and Reception, 3–5 years); Primary School (Years 1–6, 5–11 years); Secondary School (Years 7–13, 11–18 years); Green Unit (Special Needs Education).
School type	School type The school is a private British international school.	School type KES provides a British-style education with English as the language of instruction. The English national curriculum is delivered with Kuwaiti ministry adaptations, and a Green Unit provides Special Needs Education.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Green Unit provides Special Needs Education.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation UK/British	Country affiliation United Kingdom
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school day runs Sunday to Thursday, from 7:10 AM to 2:30 PM.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Extensive school bus service with routes across Kuwait. Morning pickups may start as early as 6:15 am. The service is managed by the Transport Manager; buses have seat belts and are equipped with surveillance cameras; rules cover safety and conduct.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Reservation fee - Reservation deposit: KWD 100 (paid to reserve a place). The KWD 100 deposit is non-refundable and secures the place until the first day of the school year. Tuition fees (2025 / 2026) — amounts per term and total per year by year group - Pre‑KG & KG1 - Reservation deposit: KWD 100. - 1st instalment (due 01/09/2025): KWD 577. - 2nd instalment (due 01/01/2026): KWD 508. - 3rd instalment (due 01/04/2026): KWD 507. - Total annual tuition: KWD 1,692. - Reception – Year 2 - Reservation deposit: KWD 100. - 1st instalment (due 01/09/2025): KWD 895. - 2nd instalment (due 01/01/2026): KWD 746. - 3rd instalment (due 01/04/2026): KWD 746. - Total annual tuition: KWD 2,487. - Years 3 – 6 - Reservation deposit: KWD 100. - 1st instalment (due 01/09/2025): KWD 1,014. - 2nd instalment (due 01/01/2026): KWD 836. - 3rd instalment (due 01/04/2026): KWD 835. - Total annual tuition: KWD 2,785. - Years 7 – 11 - Reservation deposit: KWD 100. - 1st instalment (due 01/09/2025): KWD 1,173. - 2nd instalment (due 01/01/2026): KWD 955. - 3rd instalment (due 01/04/2026): KWD 955. - Total annual tuition: KWD 3,183. - Supplementary fees for AS & A2 levels - Reservation deposit: KWD 100. - 1st instalment (due 01/09/2025): KWD 1,457. - 2nd instalment (due 01/01/2026): KWD 1,168. - 3rd instalment (due 01/04/2026): KWD 1,168. - Total annual tuition: KWD 3,893. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are billed in three term instalments. The published instalment dates are at the start of each term (first term due 1 September, second term due 1 January, third term due 1 April). The first instalment must be paid in full before the commencement of the new academic year. The KWD 100 deposit only secures the place until the first day of the school year. If a student attends during a term, the full term fee is payable for that term. Transfer certificates are issued only after all dues are settled and any school property on loan is returned. Application for withdrawal or cancellation during the school year must be made on the prescribed form at least 15 days before leaving. Boarding fees - Gulf English School operates as a day school and does not publish boarding fees; there is no boarding provision in the published fee schedule. Other costs and charges - Books, uniforms, extra‑curricular activities, external examination fees and school trips are not included in the tuition figures above and are charged separately. Uniform items are available from the school uniform store; exchanges require a valid receipt and must be completed within 15 days. The school operates a uniform store with published opening times and an internal ecommerce/tutorial process for uniform purchase via the school's Skoolee system. Exact prices for uniforms, books, exams and extra‑curricular activities are charged in addition to tuition and vary by item/service. Refund and cancellation policy (fees) - The reservation deposit (KWD 100) is non‑refundable. If a student attends school during a term, the full term fee for that term is payable regardless of days attended. Withdrawals or cancellations during the school year require submission of the prescribed form at least 15 days before leaving; transfer documents and certificates are issued only after all outstanding fees and obligations are cleared. Fee payment instructions and contacts - Tuition is collected by term instalments according to the dates shown above and must be paid in full by the instalment due dates. The school uses the Skoolee parent/management system for parent services (including uniform purchases).	Fee details Application & enrolment fees - Registration / re-enrolment deposit: KD 100 (non-refundable; this amount is deducted from the tuition fees). - New-student evaluation fee: KD 50 (non-refundable). New-student re‑evaluation fee: KD 30 (non-refundable). Tuition fees (annual and per-term, by year group) - Early Years (KG): Annual tuition KD 1,778. Per-term (equal three instalments): KD 592.67 per term. - Early Years (Reception): Annual tuition KD 2,877. Per-term: KD 959.00 per term. - Primary Years (Years 1–2): Annual tuition KD 2,877. Per-term: KD 959.00 per term. - Primary Years (Years 3–6): Annual tuition KD 3,274. Per-term: KD 1,091.33 per term. - Secondary (Years 7–9): Annual tuition KD 3,670. Per-term: KD 1,223.33 per term. - Secondary (Years 10–11, AS/A-level): Annual tuition KD 3,670. Per-term: KD 1,223.33 per term. - Years 12–13: Annual tuition KD 4,800. Per-term: KD 1,600.00 per term. - Green Unit: Annual tuition KD 4,650. Per-term: KD 1,550.00 per term. Books & resources (annual, by year group) - Early Years (KG): KD 82; Early Years (Reception): KD 123; Primary Years (1–2): KD 123; Primary Years (3–6): KD 127; Secondary (7–9): KD 150; Secondary (10–11): KD 225; Years 12–13: KD 170; Green Unit: not listed. These are charged in addition to tuition. Billing schedule & payment terms - Tuition is billed as an annual fee and payable in three equal instalments (one‑third of total tuition each instalment). Instalment structure: one third due each instalment. The stated instalment deadlines (school instalment schedule) are set as three instalment dates in the school financial policy. - The KD 100 registration / re‑enrolment deposit is deducted from the first instalment; parents are not entitled to a refund of the first instalment (the school may claim the first instalment if the student attends even one day). Payment by third parties requires an official employer letter confirming responsibility. Withdrawal and refund rules - Registration fee: non-refundable under any circumstances. - Withdrawal charge schedule (tuition payable including the registration fee): - Withdrawal from first school day to October 31: pay 33.33% of tuition. - Withdrawal from November 1 to December 31: pay 50% of tuition. - Withdrawal from January 1 to February 28: pay 66.66% of tuition. - Withdrawal after March 1: full tuition is due. - Transfer documents and clearance are withheld until due amounts are settled. Transport (school bus) fees and conditions - A school bus service is provided; transport fees are charged annually and may be paid in the same three-instalment schedule as tuition. A KD 50 reservation payment may be taken to reserve a transport seat; this KD 50 is part of the total transport fee and non-refundable. - Representative annual examples shown in the school financial policy: nearby-area round trip KD 400 (one way KD 320); remote-area round trip KD 420 (one way KD 320). Actual route pricing depends on the route and is subject to the transport schedule. Transport rules (boarding times, child safety, seat‑belt rules, adult collection at drop‑off) apply to all users. Boarding - No boarding provision applies; the school operates as a day school only. Uniforms and other compulsory costs - School uniform is compulsory. Uniform items are available for purchase from the school uniform shop on site (or via the school's uniform ordering service). Exact uniform prices are set by the school uniform shop. - Optional and extra charges (examples): individual music lessons, clubs and extracurricular activities may carry additional per‑term or per‑year charges as listed in the school financial policy. Transport and optional lunch services are charged separately. Fee payment options - In-person at the school Accounts Department: K‑net cards accepted; specific bank credit cards accepted (credit cards accepted only from National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) and Kuwait Finance House (KFH)); cash payments are not accepted. - Bank transfer to the school's account (IBAN provided by the school). - Online payments via the school's parent payment portal (Edunation / the school's online payment system). - Payment deadlines and the requirement to clear prior-year balances before re‑enrolment are enforced.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school requires all students to wear the official Gulf English School uniform; the uniform is available in the school uniform shop; a school jacket is the only outerwear permitted to wear to and from school.	Uniform requirement The school has a compulsory uniform and can be bought on site at the uniform shop or online. All items must be labeled with the child's name, jewellery, nail varnish, or football shoes with studs are not allowed. The uniform differs for winter and summer months.
Food options	Food options —	Food options —
House system	House system GES has a House System with four houses: London Lions, Edinburgh Eagles, Cardiff Cheetahs and Belfast Bears. Students earn house points in lessons and activities toward a House Champion.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership GES is part of A'Tafawuq for Educational Services (TES). The Governing Board provides strategic oversight and is composed of senior members of the holding company and representatives of the proprietor family, including Ms. Farah Al Wazzan, Mr. Fahad Al Wazzan, and Dia. TES centralizes key functions such as HR, finance, marketing, IT, procurement and legal to ensure consistency and regulatory compliance.	Governance and ownership The school is owned by Sama Educational Company, which became the new owners in June 2022. The Head of School is Nicholas Gunn, and four Headteachers supervise four divisions: Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and Green Unit. Sama also operates the American Creativity Academy (ACA) with four campuses and owns the Sylvan Learning Center.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school uses a British-based curriculum aligned with the English National Curriculum across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5. Key Stage 3 provides a broad foundation across core subjects, humanities, languages, creative arts, technology and physical education, with literacy, numeracy and oracy reinforced across the curriculum. Key Stage 4 follows English National Curriculum expectations with GCSE/IGCSE pathways and a broad range of core and optional subjects, plus exam preparation, careers guidance and pastoral support for post-16 study. Key Stage 5 offers an aspirational and flexible curriculum aligned with English National Curriculum principles and internationally recognised A Level qualifications, supported by enrichment opportunities, leadership roles and comprehensive university and careers guidance. Assessment and reporting are designed to support progress, with formative and summative assessments and four reports per academic year.	Curriculum details The Kuwait English School provides Early Years, Primary and Secondary education within a British-based curriculum. In Early Years, the English National Curriculum is followed with seven areas of learning: Communication and Language; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Physical Development; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; Expressive Arts and Design. In Primary, the department follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with all subjects taught in English except Arabic and Islamic Studies, which follow the Ministry of Education's Arabic and Islamic programs. In Secondary, the language of instruction is English; Years 7-9 follow the English National Curriculum, Years 10-11 work toward Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel/Pearson GCSE, and Year 12-13 offer Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced Level courses with subjects including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Literature, Geography, History, Accounting, Business Studies, Economics, ICT, Design Technology, Art, Drama, Music, Spanish and French. Arabic and Islamic Studies follow MoE curricula.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Latest published external examination results (2023) show IGCSE: A-A 40%, A-C 76%, A-G 96%; IAS: A 29%, A-C 67%, A-E 90%; IAL: A-A 56%, A-C 91%, A*-G 100%.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression University and careers guidance is provided to prepare students for university and beyond.	Higher education progression 100% of graduates gain entry into higher education institutions worldwide, including Yale University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, New York University, Harvard University, Brown University, Georgetown University, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, University of Toronto and other well-recognised institutions.
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Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The PSHE Programme empowers students with essential life skills, knowledge and values to navigate challenges, make informed decisions and lead healthy, fulfilling lives. The PSHE Programme supports social and emotional development through guidance on wellbeing and personal growth. The Counselling and Safeguarding service provides confidential guidance and coping strategies through a team of qualified staff. The School Clinic offers health education and care, supporting students' wellbeing in collaboration with qualified healthcare professionals. The School Representative Committee gives elected student representatives a platform to express ideas and lead initiatives, promoting belonging and student engagement. Wellbeing and safety come first at GES, reflected in our nurturing staff and policies.	Social & emotional learning Year 2 Mindfulness Club helps students explore their feelings and emotions and teaches mindfulness and relaxation techniques to support their wellbeing. Green Unit delivers PSHE and Citizenship with SEAL (Social Emotional Aspects of Learning) and EI (Emotional Intelligence) to develop social and emotional skills. The Green Unit fosters a holistic education with small class sizes and a mainstream curriculum differentiated to meet individual needs. It includes opportunities for Work Related Learning and community engagement, with externally accredited qualifications such as GCSE/IGCSE and AS/A Levels for eligible students. The school supports student wellbeing and social development through a Student Leadership Council that organises events and charitable activities and through wellbeing initiatives such as mindfulness and anti-bullying programs. edu.kw
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Green Unit is Kuwait English School's Special Educational Needs department. It provides education for students who experience learning disabilities and difficulties. Infant & Junior Learning Support classes (ages 6 to 12) follow the Mainstream EYFS and Primary Curriculum modified to meet individual needs. Senior High School Learning Support classes (ages 12 to 21) follow a modified mainstream curriculum and work towards external examinations (IGCSE/GCSE) and the ASDAN Award. Year 12 is offered only to exceptionally gifted and talented students; they may attend mainstream classes in specific subjects and focus on the AS/A Level programme. edu.kw
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Counselling and safeguarding services address social, emotional, and mental health concerns with confidential support from qualified professionals. The PSHE Programme includes mental health awareness and coping strategies for students. The school prioritizes well-being through a supportive environment and safeguarding measures to protect students. The School Clinic provides health checks and health-related education, coordinating with the Ministry of Health for vaccinations and checks. The School Representative Committee fosters student leadership and belonging, contributing to students' mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing KES provides mental wellbeing support through safeguarding and a dedicated Well-being framework, including a Director of Well-being/Designated Safeguarding Lead and a School Counsellor to support students. The safeguarding team includes a Head of School, Director of Teaching and Learning, and Departmental Safeguarding Leads across departments. Students can participate in wellbeing initiatives such as Year 2 Mindfulness Club and KES Wellbeing Ambassadors. The school also runs anti-bullying activities such as GU Anti-Bullying Week. edu.kw
Safeguarding	Safeguarding GES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children. Counselling and safeguarding services provide supportive guidance and address social, emotional, and mental health concerns, with confidential support from qualified staff. Robust safeguarding measures ensure the physical and emotional safety of all students. The Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (including an Arabic version) guides practice, and the policy is listed on the School Policies page. The school coordinates with health authorities and maintains policies to protect students' safety.	Safeguarding KES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. It provides a secure, welcoming environment where children are safe, respected and valued, and aims to help them achieve the best possible outcomes. All staff undergo safe recruitment procedures and are trained in Child Protection. Children are made aware of the adults they can talk to if they have concerns, and safeguarding follows Kuwaiti laws of Children's Rights and Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines. The safeguarding team includes the Director of Well-being/Designated Safeguarding Lead, Head of School, Director of Teaching and Learning, Departmental Safeguarding Leads, and the School Counsellor. If you are worried about a student's safety, contact details are provided. edu.kw
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Gulf English School has a spacious building equipped to support the National Curriculum. It includes interactive panels in classrooms, three ICT suites, three music rooms, a drama studio, indoor and outdoor basketball courts with a gymnasium, and a 25-meter indoor heated swimming pool. The campus also features breakout areas for practical learning, a school canteen, a mosque, a school clinic and a large hall for productions and assemblies, plus dedicated EYFS outdoor spaces.	Facilities overview The Preparatory Department, housed in its own building, was upgraded to ensure diverse learning-through-play experiences – indoors and outdoors. In the main school building, a separate area is reserved for KS1 where they can safely play outdoors and benefit from classroom learning experiences. From Year 3 upwards, students access specialist science labs, drama studios, newly revamped ICT suites, libraries, an indoor gym area and an indoor swimming pool. Senior students taking A level courses (Years 12 and 13) have a dedicated Sixth Form Centre, The Millennium, and enjoy their own common room. The school also provides a specialist Music Centre and an Art & Design Technology Centre, and a Green Unit— a well-resourced learning centre for students with learning disabilities.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Indoor and outdoor basketball courts and a gymnasium, plus an indoor 25-meter heated swimming pool.	Sports facilities An indoor gym area supports physical education and sports activities. An indoor swimming pool provides swimming instruction and aquatic activities. The Preparatory Department offers indoor and outdoor play experiences to support physical development. A separate outdoor play area for KS1 allows younger children to engage in safe outdoor activity.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Interactive panels in all classrooms, three fully furnished ICT suites, and breakout areas for practical learning.	Academic facilities From Year 3 onwards, students use specialist science labs and drama studios, with newly revamped ICT suites, and libraries for study. A Sixth Form Centre, known as The Millennium, serves Years 12–13. The campus also includes a Music Centre and an Art & Design Technology Centre, along with a Green Unit for learners with learning disabilities.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities EYFS extra-curricular programme designed to enhance learning and support children's wider development in a fun and engaging way, offering activities that support academic and physical development, building confidence, coordination and early learning skills beyond the classroom.	Extra curricular facilities A Music Centre supports musical activities, and an Art & Design Technology Centre supports arts and design. KES Robotics is offered as an extracurricular activity. Arts, Drama and Sports are available as extracurricular activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Gulf English School opened in 1980 in Kuwait and is located in Kuwait City. It provides a comprehensive British National Curriculum and emphasizes a student-centred approach with a focus on academic excellence and character development. The school features modern facilities including science and computer laboratories, a library, a sports complex, a mosque and a 25-metre indoor heated swimming pool, supporting wide-ranging learning. It is accredited by BSME and British School Overseas (BSO), and is a member of ECIS and AoBSO, with participation in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and Best Practice Network.	History KES was founded in 1978 by Mr. Mohamed Jassim Al Saddah and Mrs. Rhoda Elizabeth Muhmood. KES was established in September 1979 with the motto "The Aim Makes Great The Life" and a vision to Inspire, Challenge and Encourage. KES serves students aged 3–19 and is divided into Early Years, Primary, Secondary and the Green Unit, totaling about 2,500 pupils. In 1991 the Green Unit for students with learning disabilities opened. In 2014 KES became a Google Reference School after pioneering the use of Google Chrome in classrooms, and in June 2022 Sama Educational Company became the new owner, with Sama operating ACA and partnering with Aldenham School (Aldenham opened a Riyadh campus in September 2022) and the Royal Grammar School Guildford opening in Muscat in September 2023.
Community	Community GES fosters a safe, caring and happy community where staff promote mutual respect and high attendance. Social, Moral, Spiritual and Cultural education is integral to school life and is supported by open communication between the school and parents. Community life includes events such as GESMUN and a House System with four houses: London Lions, Edinburgh Eagles, Cardiff Cheetahs and Belfast Bears, as well as Career Talks with Parents. This year the school marked its 45th anniversary of delivering UK education to its school community.	Community KES offers a broad range of extra-curricular activities across the arts, drama, music, design technology and robotics, with opportunities during and after school. The school is known for its theatre productions and concerts. Clubs include Art/DT, Fashion, Animation, Mural and catch-up Art/DT, enriching student life beyond the classroom.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Model United Nations (MUN) club develops leadership, diplomacy, and public speaking, with participation extending to international events such as Italy Model United Nations 2025. The Robotics Club nurtures innovation and problem-solving, with students competing at national and international levels. The curriculum is enriched by school trips that broaden learning beyond the classroom.	Academic & intellectual KES Robotics operates with Senior, Green Unit, and Junior teams. The Senior Team was founded in 2019 and competed as Team Kuwait at the First Global Challenge Dubai 2019, finishing 38th among 191 countries. The team represented Kuwait again at the First Global Challenge Geneva 2022, finishing 6th among 180 countries. The Green Unit's ROBOKES team won the Judges Award at the Istanbul VEX Robotics Competition in 2019, and the Junior Robotics Team qualified to represent Kuwait at the VEX Worlds in Dallas, Texas in 2023.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The drama studio and three music rooms support a wide range of musical and dramatic activities. The Young Shakespeare Company brings Shakespeare to life, alongside poetry recitals and writing competitions. School productions and assemblies take place in the large school hall throughout the year.	Arts & creative There is a strong tradition of Art at Kuwait English School. Art and Design is offered at IGCSE level (Fine Art or Textiles) and again at GCE A Level, with Design Technology taught from Year 7-9 and offered as external exams in Years 10-11 (IGCSE) and Years 12-13 (A Level). The Art & DT department enriches students' lives by offering the Art & Photography Committee club, Fashion club, Animation club, Mural club and catch-up Art/DT club. Students also participate in local and national art competitions (Ministry competitions, Radisson Blu Hotel competitions, the BSME Art competition and the Kuwait Times annual competition) and an annual Art and Design Technology Exhibition displays their work.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Model United Nations fosters international awareness, diplomacy, and collaboration on global issues. Cultural and literary enrichment includes poetry recitals and writing competitions. Language and literature are celebrated through performances and events tied to the school's arts and cultural programs.	Cultural & language Model United Nations (MUN) is a formal program at KES, with KESMUN conferences hosted by the school and participation in Kuwait Model United Nations events. In KESMUN XII, 275 students from Kuwait-private schools participated and more than 30 awards were given, including Best New Delegate, Best Resolution, and Best Delegate. The school has hosted Kuwait's First Model United Nations Conference in the academic year and has continued to participate in MUN events since, earning recognition for its delegates.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies A broad programme of sporting fixtures locally and nationally promotes teamwork, resilience, and collaboration. The Duke of Edinburgh Award will be introduced to expand leadership and personal growth opportunities beyond the classroom. Students participate in school productions, poetry readings, and other artistic events as part of social and cultural engagement.	Social & hobbies KES House Competitions are an integral part of school life, with many non-sporting activities awarding points toward the House Cup. The Student Leadership Council organises events to raise funds for charity, including Mufti days, Red Nose Day, Moustache Day, MasterChef, arm wrestling, wet sponge throwing, Talent shows and more. The SLC also coordinates the charities the school supports, both local and international, such as Sheikh Abdullah Al Nouri Charity Society Kuwait, Bayt Abdullah Hospice Kuwait, Invisible Children, and the Palestine Children's Relief Fund.
Community & service	Community & service Active Citizenship provides community service projects, volunteer initiatives, and campaigns that address local and global issues. These activities foster empathy and social responsibility among students. Participation in service projects helps students connect with their communities beyond the classroom.	Community & service The School's Student Leadership Council leads charitable engagement, coordinating fundraising and volunteer activities throughout the year. Charities supported by the SLC include Sheikh Abdullah Al Nouri Charity Society Kuwait, Bayt Abdullah Hospice Kuwait, Invisible Children, and the Palestine Children's Relief Fund, reflecting a broad commitment to community service and global welfare.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Model United Nations develops leadership, diplomacy and public speaking, with opportunities to engage in international events. The planned introduction of the Duke of Edinburgh Award will strengthen leadership opportunities and personal growth. Participation in these activities demonstrates the school's commitment to developing future leaders.	Leadership & professional The school culture features Head Boy, Head Girl and Senior Prefects with a Senior Prefects team that leads younger pupils; Prefects supervise and support specific year groups. The Sixth Form Committee, led by the Head Girl and Head Boy, includes representatives from each Year 12 form group and drives whole-school initiatives. The Student Council, elected annually, meets weekly to discuss school improvements and charitable activities and has organised events such as Talent shows, musicals and charity drives.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Indoor basketball courts, a gymnasium, and a heated 25-meter swimming pool support physical health and wellbeing. A broad programme of sporting fixtures promotes teamwork, resilience, and overall wellbeing. Music, drama, and other creative activities contribute to wellbeing through opportunities for expression and collaboration.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical education is central to the program, with weekly PE for all students from KG through Year 13; PE is a GCSE subject in Years 10-11 and an A Level subject in Years 12-13. KES is a founder member of KFSAC and ISACK, coordinating inter-school competitions in football, unihoc, netball, benchball, cricket and swimming at junior levels, and basketball, volleyball, netball, football, table tennis and swimming at senior levels. Mindfulness and wellbeing initiatives are encouraged, including a Year 2 Mindfulness Club, together with wellbeing-focused events such as Anti-Bullying Week activities.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school provides British Education within an Arabic culture and international environment. Admissions tests determine a student's level in mathematics, English language and reading.	Language provision English is the language of instruction for most subjects; Arabic and Islamic Studies are taught in Arabic under the Ministry of Education Arabic and Islamic programme.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching All subjects are taught in English. Arabic and Islamic Studies are taught in Arabic by qualified Arabic staff under the Ministry of Education Arabic and Islamic programme.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations BSME formed in 1982; British School Overseas (BSO) accreditation; ECIS member; AoBSO member; Cambridge Assessment International Education partner; Pearson Edexcel examiner partner.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submit the application form, available at the school and on the GES website. 2. Book an entrance test appointment. 3. After approval, you will receive an approval letter to submit to the previous school so that transferring documents can be obtained. 4. If there is no previous school, you will be directed to a governmental clinic to create a health file for the child. 5. Reserve a place by paying a 100 KD deposit, which is non‑refundable and secures the place until September 1. 6. Age requirements: Pre-KG must be 3 years old by September 15; KG must be 3 years 6 months by September 15; Reception must be 4 years 6 months by September 15; Year 1 to Year 12 registration is based on the student's reports and attendance certificates. 7. Required documents include 3 passport‑size photos, birth certificate, civil IDs for guardian/father/mother/student, nationality copy for Kuwaiti nationals, passports for all members, residency page for non‑Kuwaitis, last academic reports (Reception to Year 3) or three years of school reports (Year 4 to Year 12), a reference form and transfer certificate from the previous school (for Years 7–12), fees clearance, student's academic file, and a School Health card. For students coming from outside Kuwait, the last academic report and transfer certificate should be stamped by the Kuwaiti Embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 8. An enrolment form is also available for completion as part of the process. The school emphasises a structured pathway from application to enrollment, with opportunities to complete steps in English or Arabic and clear guidance on documentation and health requirements.	Admissions 1. Applications for places are accepted from January for the following September. Online registration is strongly recommended due to high demand. The Green Unit provides support for students with specific learning difficulties; mainstream entry testing applies. Students are tested before entry. 2. New registration and assessments: Newcomer parents submit the online registration form on the school website. After submission, the school contacts families with further instructions and schedules an interview assessment date. The entrance test assesses concentration, academic level, thought process and communication skills; a copy of the previous school report may be requested and discussed with parents. Entrance test fees are non-refundable. The Head Teacher's decision determines acceptance and no student is admitted unless they meet entry requirements. 3. If the student passes the assessment, an acceptance letter is issued. The acceptance letter, together with the required paperwork, is taken to the Accounts Department where a non-refundable deposit is paid to complete registration. All required paperwork must be provided before registration can be completed; this paperwork must be brought to the interview. 4. Students are placed into the correct class and year group; there is an age guideline for each year. Occasionally a student may be admitted into a year below chronological age if maturity or English level requires it. 5. Re-registration: Reminders of the re-registration deadline are issued mid Term 2, typically in the first week of April. If a parent fails to re-register by the deadline, the school cannot secure a place. Re-registration should be completed as early as possible to avoid losing a seat.
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