Gulf English School vs New English School - Kuwait City

	G Gulf English School Kuwait City, Kuwait	N New English School - Kuwait City Kuwait City, Kuwait
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KWD 1,692 - 3,893	Fees / year KWD 1,733 - 4,430
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 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 2,205
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1980	Opened 1974
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
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 The New English School is located in Hawalli, Kuwait. The address is P.O. Box 6156, 32036 Hawalli, Kuwait.
Stages	Stages The school serves ages 3–18, from Kindergarten to Year 13.	Stages Kindergarten to A level. Primary (KG & Reception; Years 1-6) and Secondary (Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5) with a Sixth Form.
School type	School type The school is a private British international school.	School type Private, co-educational day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
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 The secondary day is divided into a registration period, five teaching periods, two breaks, and Co-Curricular Activities. 8.00–8.20am Registration; 8.20–9.30am Period 1; 9.30–10.35am Period 2; 10.35–10.55am First Break; 10.55–12.05pm Period 3; 12.05–1.10pm Period 4; 1.10–1.25pm Second Break; 1.25–2.30pm Period 5; 2.30–3.30pm Co-Curricular Activities. During Ramadan, the day is shortened in accordance with ministry requirements.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
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 / Registration fees - No separate, fixed application or registration fee amount is published in the school's published fee schedule. The fee schedule notes that any advance payment or re‑registration fees paid will be deducted from the first instalment. Annual tuition — fees by year group (tuition only) - KD 4,430 — Year 12 & Year 13 (A Level). - KD 3,510 — Year 10 & Year 11. - KD 3,510 — Year 7 to Year 9. - KD 2,977 — Year 3 to Year 6. - KD 2,678 — Reception to Year 2. - KD 1,733 — Kindergarten. Resources & Technology fees (charged in addition to the annual tuition) - Year 10–13: KD 105 (class resources) + KD 75 (technology) = KD 180. - Year 7–9: KD 35 (class resources) + KD 75 (technology) = KD 110. - Year 3–6: KD 25 (class resources) + KD 75 (technology) = KD 100. - Kindergarten – Year 2: KD 25 (class resources; technology fee not listed separately for these years). Billing schedule and instalment amounts (payment deadlines and amounts charged per instalment) - Instalment schedule: three instalments are specified. - First instalment: due on or before the commencement of the new academic year. The first instalment figures shown include the first tuition instalment plus the Resources & Technology fee (where applicable). - Year 12 & 13: KD 2,658 (tuition portion) + KD 180 (resources & technology) = KD 2,838 due as the first instalment. - Year 10 & 11: KD 1,170 (tuition portion) + KD 180 (resources & technology) = KD 1,350 due as the first instalment. - Year 7–9: KD 1,170 (tuition portion) + KD 110 (resources & technology) = KD 1,280 due as the first instalment. - Year 3–6: KD 993 (tuition portion) + KD 100 (resources & technology) = KD 1,093 due as the first instalment. - Reception – Year 2: KD 893 (tuition portion) + KD 25 (resources & technology) = KD 918 due as the first instalment. - Kindergarten: KD 578 (tuition portion) + KD 25 (resources & technology) = KD 603 due as the first instalment. - Second instalment: due on or before January 1. The published second‑instalment tuition amounts are: Year 12 & 13 KD 1,772; Year 7–11 KD 1,170; Year 3–6 KD 992; Reception–Year 2 KD 893; Kindergarten KD 578. - Third instalment: due on or before April 1. The published third‑instalment tuition amounts are: Year 7–11 KD 1,170; Year 3–6 KD 992; Reception–Year 2 KD 892; Kindergarten KD 577. (Note: the instalment breakdowns are shown by year group in the published schedule.) Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The New English School operates as a day school; no boarding fee schedule is published. Other costs and routine additional charges - Extracurricular / co‑curricular activities: some clubs and activities may carry nominal additional charges (for materials, cooking/baking supplies, etc.). Parents will be notified when such charges apply. - Uniforms: uniforms are provided via the school's uniform shop; uniform purchase costs are charged to parents directly through the uniform shop. The uniform shop contact is listed in the school's contact/finance information. - Examination, external assessment or optional subject fees (when applicable): such charges are not itemised in the published annual tuition table and would be billed separately where relevant (for example, examination entry fees or specific course materials). Parents should expect separate billing for external exam entries when applicable. Refunds, cancellations and sibling discounts - The published fee schedule does not provide a detailed refund or cancellation policy in the fee table. The schedule states that fees are set by the Ministry of Education and are subject to revision upon Ministry approval; the school's finance office handles payments and related queries. There is no sibling discount indicated in the published fee schedule. Fee payment options and how payments are accepted - Payments can be made through the school's online fees/payment portal. The school's published fee schedule directs parents to the online payment portal for fee payments. For specific accepted payment methods (credit/debit card or bank transfer), parents should use the payment portal or contact the Finance Office directly (Finance Office contact details are published). Practical notes for parents (administration of fees) - The first instalment must be paid on or before the start of the academic year; later instalments carry fixed due dates (January 1 and April 1) as listed in the instalment schedule. - Any advance payments or re‑registration fees already paid are deducted from the first instalment total. (End of fee overview.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Day school
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 —
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 private. It was founded by the late Mr. Tareq S. Rajab.
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 Early Years (KG & Reception) follow the England Early Years Curriculum. Years 1 and 2 follow the 2014 National Curriculum of England. The Junior Department (Years 3–6) follows the English 2014 National Curriculum, adapted to suit the needs of the community. Arabic, Islamics and Quran are taught, with special provision for pupils whose first language is not Arabic; Kuwait Social Studies is taught in Years 5–6; English is the language of instruction.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results The school celebrates excellent results from its students.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression University and careers guidance is provided to prepare students for university and beyond.	Higher education progression Many Sixth Form alumni study at leading universities worldwide, including Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial College London, University College London (UCL), Bath, London School of Economics (LSE), King's College London, Stanford, Yale, Harvard, Princeton, MIT, Melbourne and McGill, among others.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
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 NES emphasizes social skills and student well-being as core to its education. The school encourages listening, respecting differences, and showing compassion within a supportive community. The NES code 'I am an NES student' underpins these values and guides behavior. Student-led initiatives and charitable works give students opportunities to develop leadership, teamwork and interpersonal skills. A robust balance of academics, life skills and well-being supports well-rounded graduates.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
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 Student well-being is explicitly recognised as part of NES's philosophy. The school states a robust balance of strong academics, life skills and student well-being, and it promotes opportunities that support personal growth and resilience. Well-being is reinforced through a caring school culture, peer support and a focus on developing life skills alongside academic achievement. The 'I am an NES student' ethos and community initiatives contribute to a positive, inclusive environment.
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 Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a responsibility shared by everyone in the school. The safeguarding policy requires staff to complete training, understand their roles, and report concerns through the designated safeguarding lead. The policy aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and includes safer recruitment, reporting procedures and safeguarding systems within the school.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
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 A purpose-built campus was opened in 1974, with ongoing improvements and extensions to maintain an environment that allows students to thrive. The New English School was the first private, co-educational day school in Kuwait to offer the British curriculum from Kindergarten to A level. The school supports performing arts, with Gala Concerts and a focus on music. Student-led initiatives and charitable works are a feature of NES.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Indoor and outdoor basketball courts and a gymnasium, plus an indoor 25-meter heated swimming pool.	Sports facilities The school benefits from well-equipped facilities and dedicated areas for various sports. Seasonal sports include football, basketball, swimming, table tennis, netball (girls only) and volleyball. Through ISACK collaborations, NES participates in weekly local fixtures as part of a wider league. NES is a member of British Schools in the Middle East (BSME) and competes in events such as the BSME Games and other interschool sports activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Interactive panels in all classrooms, three fully furnished ICT suites, and breakout areas for practical learning.	Academic facilities Primary students have specialist teachers for Computer Science, Music, PE, Arabic and Islamic Studies. In Years 1 and 2, each classroom contains a computer and an Interactive White Board, and pupils use Google Chromebooks to aid learning. Library lessons are part of the curriculum, with the Infant library described as a fully functioning lending library. Technology and digital literacy are supported through classroom ICT and access to devices in lessons.
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 Extracurricular activities are broad and take place after school, typically lasting about an hour. Sign-ups require four preferred choices and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Some activities carry a nominal fee for materials such as baking or cooking supplies. The school also supports performing arts through Gala Concerts and leadership initiatives such as the NES Model UN.
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 Founded by the late chairman, Mr. Tareq S. Rajab, The New English School was the first private, co-educational day school in Kuwait to offer the British curriculum from Kindergarten to A level. Since its foundation, over 50 years ago, NES has nurtured students with a balance of strong academics, life skills and student well-being. The first NES classes opened in a villa in Shamiyah, starting at the Secondary level and very soon after extending backwards to Kindergarten. A purpose-built campus opened in 1974, and improvements and extensions continue to maintain an environment that allows students to thrive.
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 Student-led Initiatives empower students to plan and execute projects and initiatives, developing leadership, teamwork, organisational and interpersonal skills, including events such as the Sixth-Form's Macmillan Charity Coffee Morning. Charitable Works are a core value, and the school supports Syria and Turkey in the wake of disasters. The performing arts are a long-standing strength, celebrated through gala concerts and a focus on music. The school also cultivates future leaders through student initiatives such as the NES Model UN.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
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 The New English School offers the British curriculum from Kindergarten through A level with English as the medium of teaching. It emphasizes a robust balance of strong academics, life skills and student well-being. Leadership and global awareness are developed through student-led initiatives, including a Model United Nations programme and other opportunities. The school aims to prepare alumni to become leaders in their chosen field.
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 The school has a long history of supporting the performing arts, with events such as gala concerts and a focus on developing musical creativity. Outstanding musical expertise and opportunities are fostered by dedicated professionals. The program emphasizes students' creativity and performance as a core aspect of school life.
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 The Model United Nations programme provides a platform to develop critical thinking, diplomacy and public speaking; students engage in debates on global issues. English is the medium of teaching at NES. These activities help students engage with global issues and develop leadership and collaboration skills.
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 NES offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, most of which take place after school and last about one hour. Sign ups require four preferences and operate on a first-come, first-served basis; some activities may have a nominal fee. Free transport is provided for off-site activities and for sporting fixtures away from school. Parents collect their children after activities, typically by 3:30 pm.
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 Charitable Works are a tradition at NES. Students participate in fundraising events during the school year and funds raised are allocated to a range of charities; donations typically total over KD 15,000 in a year. Beneficiaries include KACCH, Bayt Abdullah Children's Hospice, Kuwait Red Crescent Society, Hayatt Cancer Foundation, Movember, WaterAid, Macmillan Cancer Support, C.R.Y., and K'PATH.
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 cultivates leadership through a broad set of opportunities and initiatives. The Model United Nations programme develops public speaking and diplomacy, while a student‑led mentoring programme connects tutors with peers in need of academic support. A Primary Department Student Council and a Student Leadership Team give students leadership responsibilities, and the International Award scheme offers Bronze, Silver and Gold levels with four sections (Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey) plus a Gold level 5‑day residential project.
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 Student well-being and life skills are integral to the NES approach. The school highlights a robust balance of strong academics, life skills and student well-being. After-school activities provide a broader, well-rounded experience and, where relevant, transport is provided to off-site 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 and Arabic are taught. The Junior department follows the English 2014 National Curriculum and English is taught alongside Arabic lessons. Arabic lessons are provided for all pupils, with special provision for those whose first language is not Arabic. Most pupils receive instruction in Quran and Islamic studies, with a separate programme for non-Muslim students during those lessons. An admissions policy notes that overseas students with little knowledge of English are supported to acquire the skills to study in English.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The New English School follows the English 2014 National Curriculum. English is taught by internationally qualified educators; Arabic lessons are provided for all pupils, with special provision for those whose first language is not Arabic. Most pupils receive instruction in Quran and Islamic studies, and a separate programme is available for non-Muslim students during those lessons. English is the medium of teaching at NES.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
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. Choose the correct application form based on year group and residency. Application forms are separated by department: Secondary Kuwait Resident, Secondary Overseas Applicant, Primary Kuwait Resident, Primary Overseas Applicant, KG Kuwait Resident, and KG Overseas Applicant. Fill the form for the year group your child would be joining, not the year they are currently in. If applying for more than one place, submit the relevant form for each child. 2. Read the Admission Policy & Fees. The policy sets prerequisites for joining NES and explains the assessment process. By submitting any application form, you agree to the policies, terms and conditions contained in the policy. There is a non-refundable assessment fee of KD 25 for all students. 3. Submit your application. NES receives a high volume of applications for a limited number of places, and completion of an application does not guarantee a place. Following submission, the administration team will be in touch with information about the next steps and interview dates. 4. Primary placement priorities. The school gives priority to siblings at NES, children of ex-NES parents, children from families new to Kuwait, and children from within Kuwait with an excellent current-school report (not applicable for KG). All applicants are assessed and interviewed before acceptance. The school does not admit students with specific learning or behavioural difficulties. 5. Primary assessment and eligibility notes. Applicants are assessed and interviewed before acceptance; ongoing eligibility is determined through the admission process. The school reserves the right to request additional documentation as part of the assessment. The policies outline the expectations and procedures for joining NES. 6. Secondary policy – Years 7–9. For Years 7–9, all applicants take a test in English and Mathematics to ascertain suitability for the courses. Overseas students with little knowledge of English receive support to acquire the skills necessary to study in English. Applicants must provide a copy of their previous school report, and if transferring from another school in Kuwait, the headteacher may be contacted for a reference regarding behaviour. 7. Secondary policy – Years 10–11. Students must meet the above requirements and their suitability for IGCSE courses will be ascertained, especially with regard to accelerated programmes. 8. Years 12–13 (Lower 6 & Upper 6). Students who have completed Year 11 in the British system must have achieved 5 passes at IGCSE with a minimum grade B in subjects they intend to pursue at AS and A level (exemptions possible in some circumstances). Where students come from a foreign education system, their results will be evaluated along with optional testing in AS/A level subjects if necessary. 9. Open Days. Open Days are planned for prospective families, with registration essential due to limited places. The form at the Open Day Registration page should be completed to secure a time slot, and a member of the Admissions team will contact you to confirm timings and provide further details. If you are unable to attend, contact the Admissions Registrar to arrange a visit.
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