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Al-Ru’ya Bilingual School

Kuwait, Sabah Al-Salem

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Arabic, English
Fees KWD 2,098 - 3,533
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Al-Ru'ya Bilingual School in Sabah Al-Salem, Kuwait, delivers instruction in Arabic and English from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. It blends the American Curriculum with a bespoke program for bilingual learning. English-taught subjects include English language, Art, Math, Science, IT and Physical Education; Arabic-taught subjects cover Arabic, Quran, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and the Ruya Tarbawiya Pastoral Program. The academic program leads to a High School Diploma and prepares students for colleges in Kuwait and worldwide. Facilities include separate libraries for the KG, Elementary and Middle/High stages with Arabic and English books, a Media Center, five computer laboratories, and four science laboratories for the boys' and girls' sections. Large PE facilities include playgrounds, four gyms and two swimming pools. An Art Gallery and a School Theatre complement the curriculum; Ruya Tarbawiya Labs support the pastoral program; a canteen, prayer space and infirmary are on site. The Quran is taught with Tajweed concepts. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools since 2008.

Sabah Al‑Salem, Block 2, Building 94; P.O. Box 44230, Kuwait 32057

The Essentials

Al-Ru’ya Bilingual School has instruction in Arabic, English.

Location
Sabah Al-Salem area, Block 2, Building 94, Kuwait. The school uses English and Arabic as languages of instruction.

Stages
Pre-kindergarten to Grade 12

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school accepts students of all nationalities.

Additional learning support
Counselor available for student support

Country affiliation
Kuwait

Religious affiliation
Islam
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The official school uniform is available in the uniform showroom (ground floor, room 80) and the school logo must appear on the uniform. Students wear full school uniform every day; a separate P.E. uniform is worn only during PE class. Hijab is mandatory for girls in grades 7-12; dress restrictions: only school jackets allowed; jewelry limited to a watch and up to two small earrings; no makeup; shoes and socks only; no slippers; nose rings not allowed.

Food Options
The school canteen offers healthy food options and does not serve soft drinks or candy. Students are not permitted to bring soft drinks or candy to school.

Governance and Ownership
Governing body is the Supervisory Board. Al-Ru'ya Bilingual School was established in 1996 and is bilingual, delivering instruction in Arabic and English from pre-K to grade 12. It earned accreditation from the Council of International Schools in 2008 and renewed it in 2012 and 2018; the Director leads the administration.
Fees

Annual tuition at Al-Ru’ya Bilingual School ranges from KWD 2,098 to KWD 3,533 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fee

- Registration (seat‑reservation) fee: KWD 100. This fee is non‑refundable and non‑transferable and is counted toward the annual tuition.

Annual tuition and instalments (by division)

- KG (KG1 & KG2)
- Annual tuition: KWD 2,098.
- Registration/down payment: KWD 100 (applies toward the annual tuition).
- 1st instalment (due first week of school): KWD 740.
- 2nd instalment (due first week of January): KWD 629.
- 3rd instalment (due first week of April): KWD 629.

- Elementary (Grades 1–4)
- Annual tuition: KWD 2,650.
- Registration/down payment: KWD 100.
- 1st instalment (due first week of school): KWD 960.
- 2nd instalment (due first week of January): KWD 795.
- 3rd instalment (due first week of April): KWD 795.

- Middle (Grades 5–8)
- Annual tuition: KWD 2,975.
- Registration/down payment: KWD 100.
- 1st instalment (due first week of school): KWD 1,090.
- 2nd instalment (due first week of January): KWD 893.
- 3rd instalment (due first week of April): KWD 892.

- High (Grades 9–12)
- Annual tuition: KWD 3,533.
- Registration/down payment: KWD 100.
- 1st instalment (due first week of school): KWD 1,314.
- 2nd instalment (due first week of January): KWD 1,060.
- 3rd instalment (due first week of April): KWD 1,059.

What the tuition covers

- Published tuition amounts include required textbooks.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Instalment schedule: registration/down payment on acceptance, 1st instalment due in the first week of term (first week of school), 2nd instalment due first week of January, 3rd instalment due first week of April.
- The registration/down payment of KWD 100 is required to reserve a seat and is applied to the annual tuition.
- The student's report card will be withheld if instalments are not paid according to the published schedule. If tuition is not fully paid by the end of the school year, a seat for the following year will not be reserved.

Boarding / Accommodation

- Boarding is not provided; there are no boarding fees listed. The school operates as a day school and parents must arrange transport for their children.

Other costs and common additional items

- Uniforms: The official school uniform is sold through the school's uniform showroom (on campus). Specific uniform prices are charged at purchase and are not included in the tuition amounts published above. Uniform requirements and dress rules are published by the school.

- Textbooks: Included in the published tuition.

- Transportation: The school does not provide school bus services; therefore any private transport costs must be arranged and paid by parents.

- Extracurricular activities, field trips, external exam fees or any optional paid services are not itemised in the published tuition schedule; such charges (if applied) are handled separately by the school.

Refund and withdrawal policy

- The registration/down payment (KWD 100) is non‑refundable and non‑transferable.
- Withdrawal refunds of tuition (after registration) follow the published scale:
- If the student withdraws during the first week of the school year, the school is entitled to 40% of the annual tuition.
- If the student withdraws during the first week of January, the school is entitled to 70% of the annual tuition.
- If the student withdraws during the first week of April, the school is entitled to the full annual tuition.
- Tuition is not refundable if the student is expelled for exhausting the allowed percentage of illegitimate absence.

Payments and payment channels

- Published policy requires tuition payments to be made via the school's e‑school payment platform (the school's electronic payment system/app). Payments are processed through the e‑school platform or via the school cashier office as defined by the school's payment procedures. Contact details for the cashier and registration departments are published by the school.

Third‑party payments

- Where a third party (employer or institution) pays tuition, the third party must provide the school with an official statement accepting responsibility for payments. If the third party does not pay on time or pays only part of the tuition, the parent/guardian remains responsible for the balance; report cards may be withheld for unpaid amounts.

Cashier / contact details (for payment enquiries and receipts)

- The school cashier office opening hours and contact numbers are published for parent use; the cashier handles receipts, clearance letters and payment enquiries. For payment or registration enquiries, parents should use the school's published cashier and registration contact channels.
Academics

Al-Ru’ya Bilingual School teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
RBS is a bilingual school delivering instruction in Arabic and English across all levels from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. Subjects taught in English include English language, Art, Math, Science, IT and Physical Education. Subjects taught in Arabic include Arabic, Quran, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and the Al Ru'ya Pastoral Program. The academic program leads to the High School Diploma and focuses on preparing students for colleges and universities in Kuwait and worldwide.

Higher Education Progression
The program prepares students for higher education and lifelong learning. Graduates are well recognized by many universities inside and outside Kuwait.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Ruya Tarbawiya pastoral program is offered, a behavioural and educational curriculum derived from Islamic values and concepts. It is designed to meet students' intellectual, social, ethical, emotional, and physical needs through all stages of development, providing a stimulating learning and safe environment. The program aims to develop students' sense of responsibility toward themselves, others, and their environment and to promote respect and tolerance of other cultures. It supports student well-being as part of a holistic educational approach that integrates social and emotional development with academics. The pastoral program is a distinguishing feature of the school's approach to nurturing well-being and character.

Mental Wellbeing
The Ruya Tarbawiya pastoral program addresses students' emotional and physical well-being as part of a holistic approach to development, providing a stimulating and safe environment across all stages of learning. It is anchored in Islamic values and concepts and supports moral and social-emotional growth alongside intellectual development. The program emphasizes respect, mutual understanding of cultures, and personal responsibility as part of students' well-being and identity formation. This approach integrates emotional well-being with academic learning to support the whole child.

Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding students from exploitation, violence, abuse or neglect and to protecting their rights. Staff are required to report suspected child abuse or neglect and to respond to concerns through defined procedures. The school provides a safe and healthy environment, security systems, two infirmaries run by nurses, and structured transition procedures to ensure student safety in transit and on campus. Case reports and student information are kept confidential and disclosed only to authorized personnel. Mandatory child protection training is provided for new staff, and non-compliance is addressed under Kuwait's legal framework and school policy. Roles and responsibilities are outlined for the Principal, staff, and parents to protect students, with parents expected to participate in communications and meetings about safeguarding.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a range of facilities to support the educational program. There are separate libraries for the KG, Elementary, and Middle/High stages, with books in Arabic and English, and a Media Center. Five computer laboratories support ICT and other subjects, and four science laboratories serve both the boys and girls sections. Large PE facilities include playgrounds for team sports, four gyms, and two swimming pools (one for girls and one for boys). Additional spaces include an Art Gallery, a School Theatre, Ruya Tarbawiya Labs, a canteen, a prayer place, and an infirmary.

Sports Facilities
PE facilities include large playgrounds for team sports such as tennis, volleyball, handball, and football. There are four gyms and two swimming pools (one for girls and one for boys).

Academic Facilities
Libraries are separated by level: KG, Elementary, and Middle/High, with books in Arabic and English. A Media Center with connected computers, CDs, DVDs, and programs is located in the basement. Five computer laboratories support ICT and other subjects. There are four science laboratories for the boys' section and four for the girls' section.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Sports Day and tournaments; You are Civilized Carnival; The Reading Week; The Week of Brotherhood; The Career Week; Healthy Food and Exercising Day; Wear A Positive T-shirt; Dress like a Teacher; 100 days of school; Kuwait National and Liberations Days celebrations; Free Dress Day; School Field Trips.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is bilingual, delivering instruction in Arabic and English from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. English-taught subjects include English language, Art, Math, Science, IT, and Physical Education. Arabic-taught subjects include Arabic, Quran, Islamic Studies, Social Studies, and the Ruya Tarbawiya Pastoral Program. The academic program leads to the High School Diploma and prepares students for colleges and universities in Kuwait and worldwide, with differentiated instruction and multiple intelligences to meet diverse learner needs.

Arts & Creative
Art is taught as part of the English-language curriculum. The school provides an Art Gallery and a School Theatre to support artistic and performing arts. The library offers books and media in Arabic and English to enrich arts and creativity.

Cultural & Language
The school delivers instruction in both Arabic and English from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. Arabic-language subjects include Arabic, Quran, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies, complemented by the Ruya Tarbawiya Pastoral Program. The Quran is taught along with Tajweed concepts. The school accepts students of all nationalities whose academic capabilities meet the admission policy and fosters respect and tolerance of other cultures.

Social & Hobbies
RBS offers a broad range of extracurricular activities developed from student interests. Activities include Sports Day and tournaments, the You are Civilized Carnival, Reading Week, the Week of Brotherhood, Career Week, Healthy Food and Exercising Day, and various dress and theme days. These activities promote learning through play and social development.

Community & Service
The school encourages participation in school life and local community service to develop responsible citizenship. Students are taught to be aware of global concerns and to contribute to their communities. The school also emphasizes service opportunities and community involvement through events.

Leadership & Professional
The school aims to empower students with leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, both independently and collaboratively. The staff professional development program supports teaching quality and continuous improvement. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools since 2008, with renewals in 2012 and 2018.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Ruya Tarbawiya pastoral program provides behavioral and educational guidance rooted in Islamic values. The school emphasizes a safe learning environment and mutual respect; students are encouraged to participate in prayers starting from grade three and access a dedicated prayer space. The school canteen promotes healthy eating and does not serve soft drinks or candy; a school nurse maintains health records and attends to illnesses. Ruya Tarbawiya labs provide facilities to reinforce the pastoral program.
Languages

Language Provision
Arabic and English are the languages of instruction. The curriculum is delivered in two languages across all grade levels (K-12). Arabic Language and English Language are core subjects. The library contains books and resources in both Arabic and English to support language learning.

Bilingual Teaching
The school delivers instruction in two languages: Arabic and English.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions and Registration: RBS admissions and registrations adopt procedures. The school uses English and Arabic as languages of instruction; English-taught subjects include English language, Art, Math, Science, IT and Physical Education, while Arabic-taught subjects include Arabic, Quran, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and the Ruya Tarbawiya Pastoral Program. The program leads to the High School Diploma and prepares students for colleges and universities worldwide. The school is CIS-accredited.

2. Procedures and financial policy: RBS admission and registrations adopted procedures are described in the Elementary Parent-Student Handbook and are accessible via a link noted in the Admissions and Registration section. A Financial Policy is described in a linked document. The admissions framework is part of the school's formal governance and is intended to guide families through the registration process. The school teaches in English and Arabic and prepares students for higher education.
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