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Indian Community School Kuwait – Khaitan

Kuwait, Khaitan

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KWD 378 - 488
Ages 3 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages Hindi, Arabic, French
Typical class size 40
Strengths Sport, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Indian Community School Kuwait, Khaitan Branch, is a co-educational day school in Khaitan offering the CBSE curriculum for ages 3 to 17. English-medium instruction, Hindi as a second language up to grade VIII, and Arabic as a third language; IX–X offer French or Hindi, and XI–XII offer Commerce, Science and Humanities streams. The campus includes a large outdoor play area, physics, chemistry, biology and ICT labs, smart classrooms, a substantial library, and dedicated music, art and drama spaces. Assessments use a 5-point grade in Classes I–V; Classes 10 and 12 follow the CBSE board pattern, with examinations conducted by the ICSK Board of Examinations. Enrichment and remedial coaching are supported by the Apex Club; cricket and table tennis coaching programs and evening coaching classes supplement academics. Co-curriculars span sports, performing arts, and leadership activities, with opportunities to participate in international competitions through Edu Voyage. The Khaitan branch began in 1996 to serve the afternoon shift of the ICSK Senior Branch.

The Indian Community School (Khaitan), Khaitan, Kuwait

The Essentials

Indian Community School Kuwait – Khaitan has typical class sizes of 40, instruction in English.

Location
The Indian Community School, Khaitan Branch is located in the Khaitan area. Admission is given to both boys and girls for KG, Prep and standards I-X. The school has a huge campus with outdoor play area for the small children. Khaitan Branch was started in September 1996 to accommodate the students of the afternoon shift of the ICSK, Senior Branch.

Stages
KG to Class X

Type
Co-educational

Country affiliation
Affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), India

School day structure
School Time: Sunday - Thursday (7.15 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.)

Bus service
Transport is provided on existing routes and bus stops. It is a privilege, not a right. A one-month notice is required to discontinue transport, and the transport facility can be withdrawn for misconduct. The school may recover the cost of repairs for any damage to the bus, and bus routes may be canceled if uneconomical.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The uniform is mandatory. For LKG to Class X, the uniform is an off-white full-sleeve shirt with the school logo, beige trousers for boys or beige pinafore for girls, a school belt, beige socks with maroon tipping, a maroon tie with the school logo, and a maroon blazer in winter, with black shoes. For Class XI and XII, the uniform is a white full-sleeve shirt with blue stripes, navy trousers, a school belt, navy socks with white tipping, a navy tie with the school logo, and a navy blazer with the school logo, with black shoes. Girls may wear headscarves.

House System
There is a house system with four houses: Meghalaya, Shiwalik, Aravali, and Nilgiri. Each house has a house T-shirt for identification in inter-house activities.

Governance and Ownership
The Khaitan Branch is part of The Indian Community School, Kuwait (ICSK). The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and is recognized by Kuwait's Ministry of Education. ICSK Khaitan is one of several ICSK branches operated under the ICSK network.
Fees

Annual tuition at Indian Community School Kuwait – Khaitan ranges from KWD 378 to KWD 488 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission fees

- One-time admission fee: KD 10 (charged at admission).

Tuition fees (by year group) — annual and per-term amounts

- Primary (Classes 1–5): KD 378 per year — KD 126.00 per term (three-term billing).
- Middle (Classes 6–8): KD 435 per year — KD 145.00 per term (three-term billing).
- Secondary (Classes 9–10): KD 488 per year — KD 162.67 per term (three-term billing).
- Senior Secondary (Classes 11–12): KD 488 per year — KD 162.67 per term (three-term billing).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year is billed in three terms; tuition is payable in three instalments (Term I, Term II, Term III). Circulars for term payments and fee schedules for the 2026–2027 session are issued by the school.
- Fees are set in accordance with Kuwait Ministry of Education regulations and are subject to change.
- Transport facility: one month's notice is required to discontinue bus service or one month's transport fee will be charged in lieu of notice; outstanding transport fees must be cleared before cancellation.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable; ICSK Khaitan operates as a day school (no boarding charges shown).

Other costs and recurring charges

- Transport: route-based transport fees apply for parents who use school buses; transport is charged separately from tuition and follows the transport rules and notice requirements above.
- Textbooks / book sets: compulsory book-set charges and book-distribution circulars are issued for the relevant classes; book charges are billed separately (book-set circulars appear in the branch circular listings).
- Uniform: uniform items are required and are available from the school uniform store (parents purchase uniforms directly; the school provides a facility for purchasing uniform items). Uniform specifications differ by level (LKG–X and XI–XII described in branch information).
- Activity / club charges: certain co-curricular or enrichment activities carry separate charges (examples include registration and monthly charges for specific clubs); such charges are notified in branch circulars.

Refund information

- School fees once paid are not refundable.
- Transport discontinuation requires one month's notice or payment in lieu; outstanding transport charges must be settled before cancellation.

Fee payment options and instructions

- The school issues payment instructions and fee circulars for each academic session and term; parents are required to follow the payment procedure shown in those circulars (payments are made through the school office / as directed in the issued fee circulars).

Notes specific to the IGCSE pathway at Khaitan

- The Khaitan IGCSE branch publishes its own annual fee and other charges under a separate IGCSE fee schedule; the IGCSE branch fee page is published alongside branch contact details.
Academics

Indian Community School Kuwait – Khaitan teaches CBSE Curriculum for students aged 3 to 17.

Curriculum
CBSE board pattern for Class 10 and Class 12 assessments. For Classes I to V, there is continuous and comprehensive evaluation with three assessments across the academic year, with no fixed dates for the evaluations. Assessments cover scholastic work as well as languages and other skills, and use a 5-point grading scale replacing numerical scores. Examinations for Classes 10 and 12 follow the CBSE pattern and are conducted by the ICSK Board of Examinations. Enrichment coaching and remedial coaching support high achievers and weaker students, with the Apex Club led by academic supervisors coordinating enrichment activities. The curriculum is complemented by Cricket Coaching Academy, Evening Coaching Classes, and a Table Tennis Coaching Programme to promote holistic development.

Student Teacher Ratio
1.6

Exam Results
Class X results: 2024 - 545 registered, 545 passed (100%); 2025 - 526 registered, 526 passed (100%); 2026 - 564 registered, 564 passed (100%). Class XII results: 2024 - 478 registered, 478 passed (100%); 2025 - 463 registered, 463 passed (100%); 2026 - 536 registered, 536 passed (100%).

Gifted and Talented
Enrichment coaching for high achievers is offered; the Apex Club is led by academic supervisors coordinating enrichment activities; remedial coaching with customized tutoring and counseling is provided.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Indian Community School Kuwait, Khaitan adopts a holistic approach to education, aiming to develop students who are emotionally strong, physically fit, morally upright and intellectually outstanding. It develops personal, social, health, moral and spiritual values, including respect for others, and it values the individuality of every child. The Senior Management Team fosters a culture of respect and good behaviour and provides pastoral care as part of student wellbeing. The Inclusion Team (Counsellors, Learning Support, EAL and Nursing) supports students and responds to disclosures, reporting to designated Child Protection Officers as needed. The school emphasizes wellbeing as a core element of its mission, contributing to a culture of inclusion and the broader wellbeing of children and their families.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Inclusion Team comprising Counsellors, Learning Support, EAL and Nursing Departments enables provision and coordination for diverse learning needs. Curriculum policy emphasizes differentiation, continuity of learning and enrichment and support through additional activities to foster well‑rounded development. The Language Policy safeguards access to the full curriculum through English for all, while developing mother‑tongue acquisition and support across multiple languages. The Inclusion Team can act on a case‑by‑case basis and may form part of the school's Response Team, maintaining a resource of external agencies known to the school. The school's inclusive practices are embedded in its values and pastoral care provisions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Inclusion Team includes an EAL department dedicated to language support. The Language Policy states the school ensures access to the full curriculum through English for all and supports mother‑tongue acquisition and maintenance in a wide range of languages. Interlingual Teaching and Learning recognizes home languages as cognitive tools, encouraging students to use their languages alongside English. Additive bilingualism and interlingual classrooms are promoted to support international mindedness and student identity. The medium of instruction is English, with Hindi as a second language for all classes up to VIII, Arabic as a third language up to VIII, and options of French or Hindi in higher grades.

Mental Wellbeing
The school's mission places Emotional wellbeing at the center of its holistic development, aiming for students who are emotionally strong and ready for lifelong learning. It promotes personal, social, health, moral and spiritual values and maintains a culture of respect and inclusion that supports mental wellbeing. The Senior Management Team cultivates a positive, respectful environment and provides pastoral care as part of wellbeing support. The Inclusion Team (Counsellors, Learning Support, EAL and Nursing) actively addresses wellbeing needs and participates in safeguarding and response planning as required. There is a sustained focus on the broader community and family wellbeing as part of the school's core values.

Safeguarding
The Child Protection Policy confirms ICSK Khaitan's responsibilities for child protection and states that all students are entitled to protection regardless of background. Any person who has concerns about a child's welfare must report within 24 hours. The school designates one or two Child Protection Officers for the Early Years/Primary and Secondary phases, and all staff understand the safeguarding responsibility of the school. Designated Officers are responsible for managing referrals, sharing information on a need‑to‑know basis and ensuring the safety of students. The Inclusion Team supports disclosures and reports to the CPOs as appropriate, and staff are required to follow established referral protocols to safeguard students.
Parent Experience

History
The Indian Community School, Khaitan Branch is located in the Khaitan area. Khaitan Branch started in September 1996 to accommodate the students of the afternoon shift of the ICSK, Senior Branch. Admission is given to both boys and girls for KG, Prep and standards I-X. The branch has a large campus with an outdoor play area for the small children and focuses on academics and all-round development through co-curricular activities. The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education and recognized by the Kuwait Ministry of Education; the medium of instruction is English, the second language for all classes up to VIII is Hindi; Arabic is the third language up to VIII; students can opt for French or Hindi in IX and X; and XI-XII offer three streams: Commerce, Science and Humanities.

Community
The staff at ICSK Khaitan is highly experienced and dedicated to the academic and all-round development of students. The numerous inter-school and intra-school co-curricular activities provide a platform to students to display their talents. Academics, sports and cultural activities are given equal importance to bring out a well-balanced individual.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Indian Community School Kuwait, Khaitan Branch is located in the Khaitan area. The branch has a huge campus with outdoor play area for the small children. Admissions are given to both boys and girls for classes KG, Prep and standards I-X. Khaitan Branch was started in September 1996 to accommodate the students of the afternoon shift of the ICSK, Senior Branch. The School is affiliated to the CBSE and the medium of instruction is English; the second language for all classes up to VIII is Hindi; Arabic is the third language up to class VIII; Students can opt for French or Hindi in class IX and X; XI-XII offer Commerce, Science and Humanities.

Sports Facilities
Sports & Fitness Facilities: Dedicated indoor and outdoor spaces. These facilities foster teamwork and healthy living.

Academic Facilities
Specialised Laboratories: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, ICT & Computer Science labs. Smart Classrooms: Interactive boards and digital tools for immersive learning. Extensive Library: Academic references, journals, and literature to encourage independent study. Creative Spaces: Music, art, and drama rooms.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Sports & Fitness Facilities: Indoor and outdoor spaces for sports and fitness. Creative Spaces: Music, art, and drama rooms. Activity & Leadership Clubs: Gavels (public speaking), Nudge & Injaz (entrepreneurship), and science clubs. Opportunities to Participate in International Competitions.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Olympiad exams are conducted annually for classes 6–8. Inter- and intra-school quiz competitions include KITCO Quiz by the Bengali Cultural Society, BISQ by Bhavans Middle East, and Smarticus, which foster competitive thinking and active study. Grade 11 and 12 students have achieved top places in Techathon (Coding Design) and the school also runs a Global Competitive Examination Orientation Program to benchmark performance. Edu Voyage provides international learning experiences to destinations such as the USA, Malaysia & Singapore, and Dubai.

Arts & Creative
Classical Dance is offered as evening sessions. Khoj-Art Fest showcases student engagement in visual arts, with events such as Khoj-ART Fest 2023–24 highlighting school-wide artistic activity.

Cultural & Language
Hindi Diwas is celebrated annually to honor the mother language of India. World Book Day activities are observed to emphasize the importance of reading and books across the school community.

Social & Hobbies
Co-curricular activities include badminton, volleyball, table tennis, basketball, football, swimming, and archery, all conducted as evening sessions. The school also runs robotics courses and hosts regular arts and cultural events that support creative and recreational interests.

Community & Service
An Organ Donor Campaign was conducted with the collaboration of Green Cross Volunteers for Grade 11 students in the Science stream, reflecting community service and social responsibility initiatives.

Leadership & Professional
Investiture Ceremony solidifies student leadership roles, and School Senate elections are held to elect student leaders for the year. World Book Day, Self Governance Day, and other activities cultivate leadership, teamwork, and civic responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and outdoor activities are a routine part of the schedule, including the extensive evening sports program and a dedicated horse riding course that promote physical fitness and well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction. The second language for all classes up to VIII is Hindi, and Arabic is the third language up to class VIII. In class IX and X, students can opt for French or Hindi. The school also supports additional languages and encourages multilingualism, including Arabic, French, German, Italian, Latin, Mandarin, and Spanish.

Bilingual Teaching
The medium of instruction is English. Hindi is the second language for all classes up to VIII, and Arabic is the third language up to VIII.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Location and admission scope. The Indian Community School, Khaitan Branch is in the Khaitan area. Admission is open to both boys and girls for KG, Prep and standards I-X. Khaitan Branch was started in September 1996 to accommodate the afternoon shift of the ICSK Senior Branch. The staff are highly experienced and dedicated to the academic and all-round development of the students, with co-curricular activities providing a platform to display talents. 2. Age eligibility and registration timing. For the 2025-26 academic year, LKG born not later than 15 March 2022; UKG born not later than 15 March 2021; Class I born not later than 15 March 2020. Registration for KG-IX & XI starts in October for the ensuing academic year commencing from April. Registration is done by clicking the Admissions link on the main page, downloading the registration form, filling it in, and submitting to the school office. The date of interaction for the child and parents is intimated on the submission day. 3. Interaction and admission test. An admission test is conducted for all classes, and the day/date is intimated by the school. The list of selected students is displayed after interaction, and they are given dates to collect admission files. 4. Admission file and documents. The admission file, duly filled in and supported by relevant documents, must be submitted to the school on the given date. The documents to be submitted include: three passport-size photographs of the student; photocopies of the passport and residence; copies of the Civil-id of the student, father and mother; a copy of Birth Certificate; a valid Transfer Certificate from the previous school (for classes II to VI). Originals must be produced as required. 5. Curriculum and language. The school is affiliated to the CBSE and the medium of instruction is English. The second language for all classes up to VIII is Hindi; Arabic is the third language up to class VIII; students can opt for French or Hindi in class IX and X. In XI and XII three streams are offered: Commerce, Science and Humanities. The scheme of studies for VI to XII follows NCERT guidelines, with IX to XII using NCERT books. The Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation programme is adopted for VI to X.
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