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Compare American Curriculum International Schools in Kuwait city, Kuwait

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Instructs in Arabic, English
Fees KWD 2,400 - 3,470
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Singapore Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Al Awael Bilingual School is located in Sabah Al-salem, Kuwait, offering a bilingual Arabic-English program across its K-12 curriculum. The school blends the American and Singapore curricula with an AP track and a bespoke curriculum to meet diverse student needs. Arabic, social studies, and Islamic education follow the Kuwait Ministry of Education standards, while English and mathematics align with the American Common Core Standards. Science is taught to NGSS, with Frog Street used in KG1 and Journeys for English Language Arts from KG2 onward. The program emphasizes student-centered learning through self-directed and project-based approaches, supported by Kagan Cooperative Learning structures. Additional programs include Rawad Al-Quran for Qur'an and a values education initiative alongside life skills and home economics. The campus houses an auditorium, a theater/multipurpose hall, a gym, a clinic, and a cafeteria, plus extensive learning spaces such as libraries, science labs, computer labs, and specialist rooms. Supports diverse learners.
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Instructs in Arabic, English
Fees KWD 1,950 - 3,380
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum, Chinese National Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Ghars Bilingual School in Salmiya, Kuwait, offers a distinctive mix of curriculum and culture for overseas families seeking an Arabic-English bilingual program. The school blends an American Curriculum, anchored in Common Core Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, with Islamic Studies and Arabic language studies, delivered in parallel with a Lebanese-integrated Arabic program. From KG1 to Grade 12, students follow mixed settings only in Kindergarten; Grade 1 onward, classes are non-mixed. The program emphasizes literacy, science, technology, and library learning to prepare students for university study. English instruction centers on reading and writing within the CCS framework; science follows NGSS with Savvas materials; mathematics uses Envision Math. Arabic and Qur'an memorization are integrated with Islamic Studies, Aqida, Hadith, and Fiqh through Loghaty Kanzy's approach. The campus features a library, science laboratories, an art room, and pools, plus safe spaces and a broad program of activities, field trips, and art exhibitions.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Ages 6 - null years
Fees KWD 1,695 - 3,385
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, SEN focussed
Manarat School – Kuwait is a special needs school located on Salem Mubarak Street, Salmiya. It delivers an American‑curriculum with a SEN focus. The MSK curriculum has been adapted from a USA framework and operates in line with Kuwait's Ministry of Education regulations for Arabic instruction, Islam Studies, Qur'an, Physical Education and Swimming. The school prepares students for global higher education pathways, with program support for IELTS, TOEFL and SAT, enabling transfers or graduation in international systems. The campus houses purpose-built facilities: Art Studios, Computer Labs, a Library and Media Center with 3,702 books, a Science Laboratory, a Cinema for presentations and teacher development, and a Clinic for health needs. All classrooms include digital learning platforms (DLPs). Sports facilities include a gym and an outdoor field; Swimming is offered in two pools. Extra-curriculars include robotics and UNESCO-related activities, plus field trips and celebrations such as International and National Days together.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Curriculum American Curriculum
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Ages 3 - 18 years
Fees KWD 1,491 - 4,100
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Northwest Bilingual School is a private, college-preparatory institution in Farwaniya, Kuwait, serving students from age 3 to 18. It offers an American-based curriculum with a bespoke component designed to integrate language, literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies across the grades. The Kindergarten program follows New York Learning Standards, emphasizing early language development, numeracy, science inquiry, and social-emotional growth. Elementary uses Common Core ELA and Math, with balanced literacy and integrated Social Studies and Science guided by C3 and NGSS. Middle School aligns core subjects to Virginia Standards of Learning, with Arabic taught per MOE and integrated IT, Art, and multimedia. High School follows Virginia SOL, Arabic per MOE, and requires about 30 credits; graduates complete TOEFL or IELTS to earn the school diploma. The new campus features a facility, STEAM-focused learning from Kindergarten through High School, including CODED Education and coding. After-school clubs, Humanities Week, support leadership, curiosity, and community.
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Instructs in English
Curriculum American Curriculum
ONE International School in Khaitan, Kuwait, offers an American Common Core–aligned framework carefully adapted to the local context. Kindergarten uses the Creative Curriculum in a play-based, inquiry‑driven setting that emphasizes early literacy and numeracy, social and emotional growth, curiosity, independence, and confidence. In Elementary, English Language Arts uses Amplify CKLA, Mathematics uses Amplify Desmos Math, and Science uses Amplify Science (NGSS‑aligned), with Project‑Based Learning connecting literacy, math, and science to real‑world problems. Founded by AlWazzan Education, the school is part of Kuwait's MENA network and is guided by four pillars: Academic Excellence, Holistic Wellbeing, Kuwaiti Identity, and Entrepreneurship. Facilities include the largest outdoor play area in Kuwait, classrooms and gardens, a swimming pool, and on‑site indoor ski slopes to support active, hands‑on learning. The campus emphasizes student‑centered, experiential education designed to prepare learners for global citizenship.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Class Size 5
Sultan International Academy is located in Hawalli, Kuwait, in the Mubarak Al Abdullah Al Jaber area (west of Mushrif). Licensed by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Education since 2006, the academy serves students from kindergarten through Grade 12. It operates as a compact micro-school, with class sizes limited to five students per class and a family-like atmosphere that supports individual development and social growth. The school is co-educational in principle but conducts all activities with gender-separated groups. The academic program blends an American curriculum for sciences with Kuwait's Ministry of Education curriculum for humanities. English-taught subjects include mathematics, science, social studies, and English; Arabic-taught subjects include Islamic education, the Holy Quran, and Arabic language. The facilities are prepared to accommodate diverse learning needs, with individualized plans for each student and a setup that promotes close teacher–student interaction within a smaller building. The academy serves a student body and prioritizes family dialogue.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Ages 3 - null years
Pupils 772
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum
Universal Civilizations Academy School in Hawalli, Kuwait, offers a bilingual American-based program for students from Pre-KG through Grade 12. Established in 1994, the school emphasizes English-Arabic proficiency while honoring Arab culture. It serves 772 students in a 7:00 am–3:00 pm day, and follows a curriculum combining American approaches with Islamic studies, including Islamic History in Grade 12. The high school program includes Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics and Mathematics, with English Language taught across Grades 9–12. The school aims to prepare students for higher education worldwide. Facilities include administration offices, two science laboratories, two computer laboratories, a library and art section, a theater, and well‑equipped classrooms; the library is bilingual. The building is approved by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Education, and AdvancED accreditation has been applied for. Active parental involvement is encouraged through a Parents Council, and the campus supports a safe environment and diverse cultural activities for students and families.
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Instructs in English
Ages 3 - 18 years
Fees KWD 2,434 - 4,505
Type Co-educational
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Class Size 22
Al-Bayan Bilingual School in Kuwait offers an international program. MAP assessments monitor progress across grade levels, guiding instruction and targeted interventions. A Science Fair organized by the Student Life Department promotes inquiry, alongside after-school clubs. The campus showcases student work through art exhibitions, and performing arts programs. Music concerts and drama performances take place in the theater. Global Citizenship Education underpins curricular and co-curricular activities, promoting intercultural competence, inclusion, and partnerships. Student leadership is fostered through High School Student Council elections, NHS inductions, and Pearl MUN Conference. Community service, partnerships, and service projects are emphasized, alongside physical activity through badminton, track and field, and school-wide sports days. The school integrates leadership, arts, and academics to prepare students for international contexts. The program emphasizes project-based learning through science fairs and community partnerships, and offers opportunities for student service through partnerships and clubs. Students gain global perspectives through exchanges and intercultural activities.
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Instructs in English
Ages 3 - 18 years
Fees KWD 2,434 - 5,273
Pupils 436
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum
Class Size 15
Al-Bayan International School (BIS) is a private, non-profit school in Kuwait teaching the American Curriculum to students aged 4 to 18. With a small student body of just 436 pupils, the school caps classrooms at a maximum of 18 students. Each homeroom is assigned a dedicated educational assistant to help teachers provide targeted academic and behavioral support. The curriculum places a heavy emphasis on digital literacy through its required Instructional Technology program. Elementary students begin with touch-typing and basic software applications, while middle and high school students advance to web page design, database creation, and desktop publishing. Non-native speakers receive Resource Room Support, while native speakers take targeted Arabic as a First Language (AFL) classes. Campus infrastructure supports these programs with dedicated computer labs, science labs, a large central sports hall, and two secondary sports halls.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Ages 3 - 18 years
Fees KWD 2,650 - 4,810
Pupils 1081
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Class Size 23
American Baccalaureate School (ABS) is a private, non‑profit K‑12 school affiliated with the American system, offering an American curriculum with Advanced Placement options. ABS follows the Common Core Standards for grades K–8 (English language arts and mathematics) and groups 9–12 standards into 9–10 and 11–12 bands, with emphasis on rigorous content and higher‑order thinking aligned to college expectations. The school provides supports for all learners, including English language learners, and it emphasizes strong foundations in English and Arabic literacy. Opened in 2006, ABS sits on a 25,000‑square‑meter campus with over 100 classrooms, interactive panels, campus‑wide Wi‑Fi, and fully networked learning spaces. Facilities include two swimming pools, two cafeterias, and specialist rooms for culinary arts, music, art, and Islamic studies. ABS operates a schoolwide STEM framework and offers extensive arts and athletics, along with events such as International Day and community service initiatives, fostering leadership and global citizenship for lifelong learning.
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Instructs in English
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Boys School
Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP)
American Creativity Academy (ACA) in Kuwait offers a standards-based American curriculum with English as the language of instruction and Islamic values observed throughout the school. The core high school program follows an American model in math, English, science, and social studies, with Islamic studies and Arabic integrated across four years. Electives include physical education, art, and computer technology. Founded in 1997, ACA is accredited by the Council of International Schools and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and was authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program in 2008. The school operates on two campuses in Hawalli: a Boys Campus and a Girls Campus, each with substantial facilities. The library system across campuses totals five libraries with online access; facilities include science labs, art rooms, computer labs, a regulation artificial-turf field, a swimming pool, auditoria, and extensive outdoor spaces. After-school clubs are offered freely, with CAS and MUN supporting service, leadership, and global engagement.
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Instructs in English
Ages 4 - 18 years
Fees KWD 2,650 - 4,531
Pupils 2100
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Class Size 22
AIS Kuwait is a private, independent, co-educational day school offering an American curriculum alongside the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. Serving students aged 4 to 18, instruction is in English with language options in Arabic, AFL, and French. The curriculum aligns with Kuwait's Ministry requirements and emphasizes university preparation for institutions worldwide. The school blends NGSS-based science, CCSS-aligned mathematics, and The Ontario Health and Physical Education for PE. Founded in 1991, AIS Kuwait has grown from a 300-student start to an inclusive campus with about 2,200 students and 350 staff, and it remains accredited. The campus features a 1,270-seat Dr. Kamil Al Rayes Auditorium, a Black Box Theatre, two gyms, two tennis courts, two soccer fields, science and computer labs, a Learning Common and a Genius Bar, music and art rooms, a clinic, and a canteen. Active programs include MUN, NHS, SLC, and a Visual Arts Gallery.
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Instructs in English
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupils 2055
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Class Size 22
The American School of Kuwait is a coeducational college-preparatory school offering an AP-based curriculum. The Elementary School follows Common Core Standards and uses standards-based grading, with subjects taught in homeroom and specialists in art, music, PE; Arabic is included in the program. The Middle School covers LA, Science, Math, Social Studies, Arabic (or AFL) and PE, with Religion for Muslim students; it offers electives, including Honors English and Algebra I in Grade 8. The High School provides AP and Honors courses across English, Science, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Languages, Performing and Visual Arts, IT, Religion; Arabic is required for native speakers and Religion is required for all Muslim students; Grade 9 Arabic as Foreign Language is required for non-native speakers. School began as International School of Kuwait in 1964 and earned U.S. accreditation from Middle States Association in 1971, with a co-curricular program including Singing Group, Dance Classes, Escape Rooms.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Ages 4 - 18 years
Fees KWD 1,860 - 3,710
Type Co-educational
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, American Curriculum
Canadian Bilingual School (CBS) is a K–12 international school in Kuwait delivering both Canadian and American curricula. English instruction follows the Ontario framework, with mathematics including Calculus and Pre-calculus, and sciences such as Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Arabic, Islamic Studies and Kuwait Social Studies are taught under the Kuwaiti Ministry of Education curricula. CBS emphasizes bilingual proficiency and cross‑curricular integration across English, Maths, Science and social subjects. The school operates from purpose-built classrooms across the Kindergarten, Elementary and High School campuses, with well-equipped science labs and facilities, an IT suite of over 100 computers, a multi‑purpose hall for performances, assemblies and events. CBS is accredited by the Middle States Association since 2013 and re‑accredited in 2021–22 for seven years, supported by MAP assessments. Since its opening in 2007, CBS has cultivated a culture of positivity and growth among students, parents, teachers and staff, alongside careers guidance and a cocurricular program.
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Instructs in English
Ages 3 - 18 years
Fees KWD 1,643 - 2,984
Pupils 600
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum
Class Size 20
Danah Universal School of Kuwait offers an American curriculum guided by Common Core standards and is Cognia-accredited. The school serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, delivering instruction in English with a broad range of subjects and assessments. MAP Growth tests in English Reading and English Language Use help monitor progress for Grades 3 to 11, informing teaching and student support. The campus features five science laboratories, two information technology labs, a Robotic Lab, and a fully equipped media room to support STEM and digital learning. Two covered sports grounds, an indoor gym, a 25-meter pool, and flexible recreation spaces underpin a substantial physical education program. Arts facilities include two art rooms and a professional music room. The health clinic provides first aid, routine checks, and government vaccination administration; it also maintains student health records. A diverse extracurricular program spans arts, sciences, languages, athletics, and leadership activities for all learners.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Ages 2 - 18 years
Fees KWD 1,786 - 3,101
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), BTEC Qualification, SEN focussed
Dasman Bilingual School is a bilingual day school in Kuwait offering an American-based curriculum integrated with Arabic language and culture for students aged 2 to 17. The program combines American standards and Arabic strands, with accreditation from CIS and NEASC, and includes Advanced Placement courses and BTEC qualifications in the upper grades. Established in 1996 in Sharq and part of Cognita family, the school has grown to 3,000 students across seven buildings, serving a diverse international community. Facilities include two swimming pools, multiple auditoria, football fields, indoor and outdoor sports courts, science labs, art studios, a cafeteria, and a dedicated Special Needs Division. A robust extracurricular program features robotics, STEAM, music, and a wide range of clubs. The school emphasizes inclusive education, global citizenship, and leadership through activities such as Model United Nations and Student Council, with 95% of graduates entering universities in Kuwait, the US, and the UK globally.
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Instructs in Arabic, English
Ages 3 - 18 years
Fees KWD 1,750 - 4,500
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
International School of Kuwait offers a U.S.-style education for students from preschool through high school. The curriculum follows an American framework with Pre-AP and Advanced Placement courses, and leads to an American High School Diploma accredited by Cognia. The school maintains affiliations with the College Board and the British Council to support college readiness and AP enrollment. A distinctive Fusion core learning framework centers on student-centered inquiry, collaboration and real-world application, while the Renaissance Education framework emphasizes liberal-arts development and individual talents. ISK is an SAT examination center and supports families seeking U.S. college placement. The campus features large, on-site facilities including FIFA-standard seven-a-side pitches, an NBA-standard basketball court, and a cutting-edge STEAM lab and robotics center. Mindfulness spaces, swimming, sports, dance, yoga, Pilates and martial arts support well-being and physical engagement. PreK-12 programs integrate academics with arts, athletics and service learning through Live to Give and related initiatives worldwide.
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Instructs in English
Ages 4 - 18 years
Fees KWD 1,756 - 3,488
Pupils 476
Type Co-educational
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Class Size 18
Welcome to Kuwait American School (KAS), a co-educational day school in Salmiya serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. KAS follows an American curriculum anchored in the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, culminating in a High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP) options such as AP Research and AP Calculus. A defining feature of KAS is its integration of the Living Values Education Program and a dedicated Etiquette program, which guide daily assemblies, character development, and conflict resolution using the Kelso’s Choices framework. Students extend their learning through the KASMUN (Model United Nations) club and the Youth Academy, offering targeted soccer and basketball coaching. Elementary after-school clubs run in seven-week cycles, featuring activities like coding, origami, and Zumba. With an enrollment of approximately 500 students, KAS blends college-preparatory academics with explicit character education in a close-knit community setting.
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Instructs in English, Arabic
Ages 3 - 18 years
Fees KWD 2,405 - 4,420
Pupils 2200
Type Co-educational
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Class Size 18
Kuwait Bilingual School 2 (KBS 2) is a private, independent K-12 IB World School in Kuwait, founded in 1998 to offer bilingual, values-based education in Arabic and English. The school offers IB programs across all levels—PYP in Early Years and Elementary in a bilingual English-Arabic environment; MYP in Middle School; and DP in High School, alongside the American Bilingual High School Diploma, which integrates Arabic language, Islamic studies, and culture. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, global citizenship, and student agency, with digital literacy and project-based approaches embedded throughout. Facilities include an Innovation Center with technology for Web design, AI/ML, 3D printing, robotics, VR/AR, and engineering design; a multilingual library with over 50,000 titles; dedicated arts and performance spaces; two full-sized swimming pools; and multiple gyms. Service learning, global citizenship initiatives, and CAS within the DP underpin community involvement and real-world application of learning. KBS 2 maintains university and career preparation.
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Instructs in English
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupils 1800
Type Co-educational
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Class Size 25
Universal American School in Hawally, Kuwait City, is a private nonprofit, co-educational, college-preparatory day school serving KG through Grade 12. The campus hosts over 1,800 students from 45 nations and is a UNESCO Associated School. UAS follows an American curriculum with Advanced Placement courses; elementary instruction aligns with the Common Core Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, while Arabic Language Arts, Kuwait Social Studies, and Islamic Religion are offered for Muslim students. High school delivers a college-preparatory program with 90-minute blocks, four academic courses per semester, and all core instruction in English. AP courses carry a 10% weight, and in 2024, 30% of AP exam-takers earned 3 or higher. Facilities include eight floors of classrooms, libraries totaling over 25,000 volumes, science labs, art rooms, a 400-seat auditorium, pools, gyms, and a health clinic. Extracurriculars include Speech & Debate, Model United Nations, Arts and Crafts, Green Ambassadors, and competitive swimming program.
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