Kuwait English School vs The International British School

	K Kuwait English School Kuwait City, Kuwait	T The International British School Kuwait City, Kuwait
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KWD 1,778 - 4,650	Fees / year KWD 1,545 - 3,690
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 2,026
Typical class size	Typical class size 28	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1978	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Salwa, Area 11, Street 9, Salmiya 22057, Kuwait (P.O. Box 8640). It is in the Salmiya district along the Kuwait coastline.	Location 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.
Stages	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).	Stages Early Years; Primary Years; Secondary Years
School type	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.	School type British international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Green Unit provides Special Needs Education.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Islam
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
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.	Bus service details 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.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Application (assessment) / process fee (non-refundable): KD 25. This amount is adjusted against the first tuition instalment once the student is selected and enrolled. - Registration advance payable at registration: KD 100 (adjusted against the first instalment after registration is completed). Tuition fees by year group (MOE / Annual (discounted) / Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3) — amounts in Kuwaiti Dinar (KD) - KG: MOE KD 1,545 • Annual (discounted) KD 1,379 • Term 1 KD 460 • Term 2 KD 460 • Term 3 KD 459. - Reception: MOE KD 1,559 • Annual (discounted) KD 1,489 • Term 1 KD 497 • Term 2 KD 496 • Term 3 KD 496. - Year 1: MOE KD 2,010 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,008 • Term 1 KD 670 • Term 2 KD 669 • Term 3 KD 669. - Year 2: MOE KD 2,160 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,109 • Term 1 KD 703 • Term 2 KD 703 • Term 3 KD 703. - Year 3: MOE KD 2,400 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,319 • Term 1 KD 773 • Term 2 KD 773 • Term 3 KD 773. - Year 4: MOE KD 2,460 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,319 • Term 1 KD 773 • Term 2 KD 773 • Term 3 KD 773. - Year 5: MOE KD 2,505 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,319 • Term 1 KD 773 • Term 2 KD 773 • Term 3 KD 773. - Year 6: MOE KD 2,565 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,389 • Term 1 KD 797 • Term 2 KD 796 • Term 3 KD 796. - Year 7: MOE KD 2,730 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,389 • Term 1 KD 797 • Term 2 KD 796 • Term 3 KD 796. - Year 8: MOE KD 2,850 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,509 • Term 1 KD 837 • Term 2 KD 836 • Term 3 KD 836. - Year 9: MOE KD 2,933 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,509 • Term 1 KD 837 • Term 2 KD 836 • Term 3 KD 836. - Year 10: MOE KD 3,195 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,629 • Term 1 KD 877 • Term 2 KD 876 • Term 3 KD 876. - Year 11: MOE KD 3,216 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,629 • Term 1 KD 877 • Term 2 KD 876 • Term 3 KD 876. - Year 12: MOE KD 3,690 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,749 • Term 1 KD 917 • Term 2 KD 916 • Term 3 KD 916. - Year 13: MOE KD 3,690 • Annual (discounted) KD 2,749 • Term 1 KD 917 • Term 2 KD 916 • Term 3 KD 916. (Annual (discounted) totals equal the three term instalments listed.) Billing schedule & payment terms - Tuition is payable in full prior to commencement of the academic year, but the school permits payment in three instalments as shown above. Instalment due dates are shown for the academic year as: Term 1 due 1 September, Term 2 due 1 December, Term 3 due 1 April. - The KD 100 registration advance and the KD 25 application fee are payable at the time of registration; the KD 100 is credited against the first instalment and the KD 25 is non-refundable but adjusted if the student enrolls. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the published fees schedule for the 2026/2027 academic year. The published fees cover day‑school tuition only and do not include transport, books or uniform. Other costs and typical additional charges - Books: not included in the tuition; charged separately. Uniform: purchased at the school shop; not included in the tuition. Transport: charged separately (transport fees listed separately from tuition). External examination or assessment charges, consumables and optional activities may be charged in addition to tuition. There is no refund for sold items such as uniforms or books. Refunds and withdrawal policy - Withdrawal during the first week of a term: parents pay KD 100 and no further tuition for that term is charged. - Withdrawal after the first week: parents are liable for the term tuition as invoiced (the policy assigns responsibility for the first term or remaining term fees once the initial week has passed). The school's policy states parents must pay the applicable term(s) according to the timing of withdrawal; sold items (uniforms, books) are not refundable. In case of dismissal, parents remain liable to pay fees for that term. Discounts, vouchers and concessions - Early-bird voucher: KD 75 voucher available for students enrolled or re-registered on or before 30 April 2026; voucher may be used for school inventory items (books & uniform) or toward the third-term tuition fee for the 2026/2027 year under the conditions published. - Sibling discount: 4% discount applies for the second child and beyond; the discount applies to the child(ren) with the lowest tuition fees and will be revoked if tuition is not paid by the due date. Fee payment options - Payments are processed through the school's parent online payment portal (Pay Online). The school issues invoices and the portal is the published channel for fee payments and parent account access. For billing or accounts enquiries use the school contact details (telephone and email shown on published materials).
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	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.	Uniform requirement The school has a compulsory uniform. Uniform is available at the school shop from Sunday to Thursday during school hours, and all items must be labeled with the child's name. There are different uniform options for Early Years, Primary Years and Secondary Years.
Food options	Food options —	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system The school runs a House system. All students are allocated a House and a House Tutor. House points are awarded in Primary Years and Merits in Secondary Years, and house colour ties are available at the uniform shop and should be worn.
Governance and ownership	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.	Governance and ownership The school is part of Al Rayan Holding Co. Schools.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details 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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
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%.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	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.	Higher education progression British qualifications are internationally recognised and can open doors to study at reputable universities worldwide, including England.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented The school challenges gifted and talented young minds and offers Masterclasses for Gifted and Talented students.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	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	Social & emotional learning 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.
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	Special educational needs (SEN) 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.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language 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.
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	Mental wellbeing 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.
Safeguarding	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	Safeguarding 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.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	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.	Facilities overview Facilities support learning across all educational stages with safe, age-appropriate spaces. A dedicated area ensures safe play for younger children. The school offers Step and Learn, ICT classes, science labs, a swimming pool, music classes, EY classrooms, a library, a canteen, a theatre, soft play areas and four outdoor playgrounds.
Sports facilities	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.	Sports facilities The school has a swimming pool for aquatic activities and four outdoor playgrounds (Playground-1 to Playground-4) for outdoor play and physical education.
Academic facilities	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.	Academic facilities Science labs enable hands-on experiments across science subjects. ICT classes support digital literacy and technology-enabled learning. EY classrooms and Step and Learn facilities provide foundational learning for the youngest pupils. The library serves as a study and research hub for students.
Extra curricular facilities	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.	Extra curricular facilities Music classes are offered, and there is a theatre program for performances.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	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.	History The International British School is part of Al Rayan Holding Co. Schools. It is approved by the Kuwait Ministry of Private Education. The curriculum is based on the UK National Curriculum and adapted for the 21st-century Middle East, with Arabic for Arabs & non-Arabs, Islamic Studies, and Kuwait Social Studies. IBS offers IGCSE and A Levels through Edexcel and Cambridge International Examinations; in March 2019 the UK Government Inspectorate approved IBS to inspect British international schools; it is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East and a partner school with the British Council.
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.	Community The school has students from over 30 countries and an international community. It supports the values and beliefs of Islam. Facilities include a large swimming pool, a theatre, well-equipped science labs, and a robotics suite, with a broad range of extracurricular activities. The International British School is part of Al Rayan Holding Co. Schools and publishes a School Calendar for 2025-2026.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	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.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	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.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	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.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	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.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	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.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	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.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	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.	Language provision The school follows the English National Curriculum. Arabic is taught as first language and second language in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, and French is offered as a language option in Key Stage 4. English language support is provided for students with English as a second language in Early Years.
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.	Bilingual teaching Arabic is taught as both a first language and a second language in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. French is offered as a language option in Key Stage 4. The program sits within the English National Curriculum framework.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions 1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist 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.
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