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Indian English Academy School

Kuwait, Salmiya

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KWD 391 - 561
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages English, Hindi, French, Arabic
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Indian English Academy School (IEAS) in Salmiya, Kuwait, offers the CBSE curriculum under Kuwait's Ministry of Education. The campus on Al Dhahak Bin Qays Street provides modern classrooms and separate laboratories for Physics/Maths, Chemistry and Biology, plus two computer labs with individual student systems. The library houses encyclopedias, fiction and non‑fiction, with annual stock updates, while Multimedia and Smart Classrooms feature interactive boards and internet-connected devices. A Parent Portal keeps families informed about attendance, progress, and announcements. IEAS follows a Don Bosco Salesian tradition, emphasising integral education and holistic development. The motto, The Heart of Education is the Education of the Heart, guides three principles: Reason, Faith in God, and Loving Kindness. The school is recognized by Kuwait's Ministry of Education and affiliated with CBSE, New Delhi. English, French, Hindi and Arabic are taught; literary activities and public speaking are encouraged; leadership, service, and sports opportunities enhance student growth today.

Al Dhahak Bin Qays Street, P.O. Box 2150, Salmiya - 22022, Kuwait

The Essentials

Indian English Academy School has instruction in English.

Location
Al Dhahak Bin Qays Street, Salmiya 22022, Kuwait (P.O. Box 2150, Salmiya). The campus is located in Salmiya, Kuwait. It is a Don Bosco Institution.

Stages
Senior Secondary; CBSE-affiliated.

Country affiliation
Kuwait

Religious affiliation
Catholic (Salesian).

School day structure
School day timings: 7:20 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Sunday to Thursday.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
IEAS uses a level-based uniform. Kindergarten girls wear a red/green checkered shirt with a dark green pinafore; boys wear a red/green checkered shirt with dark green trousers. Grades I–X wear a blue and white checkered shirt with a dark blue pinafore or trousers; a house tie with logo and blazer on assemblies are required, and white canvas shoes are used for games. Grades XI–XII wear blue shirts with the same basic dress principles, with a dark blue blazer mandatory in winter and the house tie and white socks with black shoes.

Food Options
The school canteen is a hygienic and well-stocked facility that serves nutritious snacks and beverages at affordable prices.

House System
The school assigns each student to one of four houses: Tilak (red) with the motto 'Love all, labour as one'; Tagore (yellow) 'Always strive for the best'; Nehru (blue) 'Knowledge and integrity'; Gandhi (green) 'Seek peace through non-violence'. House rotation allows students to remain in the same house from Kindergarten through grade 12, with changes possible if necessary.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a Salesian (Don Bosco) institution in Kuwait, dedicated to holistic development and moral values.
Fees

Annual tuition at Indian English Academy School ranges from KWD 391 to KWD 561 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (2026–27 academic year)

- Kindergarten (LKG/UKG): Total for the year KD 391, payable in three term instalments: KD 131 (Term 1) / KD 130 (Term 2) / KD 130 (Term 3).

- Primary (Grades I–V): Total for the year KD 435, payable in three equal term instalments: KD 145 / KD 145 / KD 145.

- Middle (Grades VI–VIII/IX depending on classification): Total for the year KD 500, payable across three term instalments (typical split shown as KD 167 / KD 167 / KD 166).

- Secondary / Senior Secondary (Grades IX–XII): Total for the year KD 561, payable in three term instalments (KD 187 / KD 187 / KD 187).

Application / admission fees and one‑time charges

- The school publishes a revised composite tuition schedule for 2026–27 (amounts above). No separate, itemised public listing for an application or entrance charge with an amount is published in the publicly shared fee schedule. The school uses its Parent Portal for admissions and fee processing.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual tuition is billed in three instalments. The published instalment due dates for the 2026 cycle are:
- Instalment 1: 31 March 2026.
- Instalment 2: 30 September 2026.
- Instalment 3: 1 December 2026.

- Consequences for non‑payment: students with unpaid fees are barred from participating in evaluations/examinations; promotions and issue of report cards may be withheld; persistent non‑payment can result in the student's name being struck off the rolls and re‑admission required. Parents may not receive reminders for these deadlines.

Boarding / hostel fees

- Boarding is not offered; the school's published materials and rules describe daily opening/closing and dispersal procedures for day students (school dispersal times are published), and no hostel/boarding facility or associated charges are listed. Therefore boarding fees are not applicable.

Other recurring or occasional fees / charges

- Duplicate ID card: KD 2 (replacement).

- ID corrections: KD 1.

- Lanyard/ID holder replacement: 100 fils.

- Duplicate School Handbook: KD 5 (replacement).

- Uniform: The school requires specific uniforms for Kindergarten, Grades I–X, and Grades XI–XII (summer, winter, and activity kits are specified). Uniform items and dress rules are published, but item prices are not published in the school's fee brochure. Parents should budget separately for purchase of required uniform items.

- Other potential school charges (examples commonly applied at schools such as activity, lab, library, transport, exam or development fees) are not itemised with amounts in the publicly posted composite fee schedule for 2026–27. The school's published composite tuition schedule covers the annual tuition totals shown above.

Refund information

- No separate public refund policy for tuition or other fees is published together with the school's publicly posted fee schedule and prospectus materials for 2026–27. Parents seeking details about refundable deposits or refund conditions should use the school administration channels.

Fee payment options and channels

- The school's published materials direct parents to the IEAS Parent Portal (TrackMySchool parent portal) for fee updates and payments; the Parent Portal is the primary channel referenced for fee administration. Specific payment instruments (credit card, bank transfer, cheque, cash) are not itemised in the public fee brochure.
Academics

Indian English Academy School teaches CBSE Curriculum.

Curriculum
IEAS Kuwait is recognized by the Ministry of Education, Kuwait and affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi. The Educational Method emphasizes integral education and holistic development, with the motto "The Heart of Education is the Education of the Heart" and three guiding principles: Reason, Faith in God, and Loving Kindness. The school aims for holistic development, social contribution, and lifelong learning.

Higher Education Progression
Alumni include a doctor (MBBS), a Data Scientist, and a Senior Software Engineer at Google, indicating progression into higher education and prominent careers.

Gifted and Talented
Scholarships and proficiency awards recognize high-achieving students, including the A. Don Bosco Merit Scholarship, Don Bosco Oratory Scholarships, Fr. Francis Kharjia Memorial Awards, Fr. Tony D'Souza Scholarship, Fr. Lionel Braganza Scholarship, Academic Excellence (AP), General Proficiency (GP), and the Subject Excellence Award.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
IEAS promotes integrated community and holistic development, placing emotional growth at the heart of learning. The Educational Method is built on three principles—Reason, Faith in God, and Loving Kindness—and the motto The Heart of Education is the Education of the Heart, which anchors emotional and ethical development alongside academics. The approach aims to develop students intellectually, emotionally, and morally to become well‑rounded individuals who contribute to society. Lifelong learning and compassionate leadership through engagement with others are central goals. The Principal's Message reinforces the emphasis on students' overall well‑being, including mental and emotional health, supported through academics, counselling, sports, arts, drama, and music.

Mental Wellbeing
IEAS prioritizes students' all‑round well‑being—physical, mental, psychological, cultural, and spiritual—through a combination of academics, counselling, sports, art, drama, and music. Counselling is integrated into the student support system and accessible to students as part of safeguarding. The CBSE mandatory disclosure lists two staff in the Counsellor and Wellness Teacher roles, reflecting formal wellbeing resources. Appointments with the counsellor can be scheduled as needed.

Safeguarding
IEAS provides counselling and wellness staff as part of safeguarding provisions; the CBSE Appendix IX lists two staff in the Counsellor and Wellness Teacher role, and appointments with the counsellor require prior appointment, indicating an established pathway for student support and safeguarding.
Parent Experience

History
IEAS is a Don Bosco institution in Kuwait. It is described as a Salesian institution dedicated to academic excellence, moral values, and holistic development. Its mission centers on integral education, directing all talents, activities and energies toward this goal. The school's branding emphasizes enlightenment and excellence, with the motto 'I am born for greater things' guiding students.

Community
IEAS emphasizes a holistic school community through achievements in academics, sports, culture, and community service. The site highlights a leadership structure including a Rector, Director, and Principal, with regular messages to parents from these leaders. The Latest News section provides ongoing updates about events, announcements, and programs to keep families informed.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school is a Don Bosco/ Bombay Salesian Society-run institution with no official Parent-Teacher Association under Ministry of Education norms. It conducts a minimum of three parent-teacher meetings during the academic year, during which parents may meet the Principal, counselor and teaching staff to discuss progress and holistic development. These meetings are intended to build rapport between management, staff and parents and may be scheduled by appointment. There is no official PTA as per Ministry of Education norms.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
IEAS is equipped with modern infrastructure and resources that support academic learning, holistic development, and technological integration. Science Laboratories include separate labs for Physics/Maths, Chemistry, and Biology. There are two separate Computer Laboratories with individual systems for each student. The Library provides a quiet reading zone with encyclopedias, fiction and nonfiction books, and newspapers and magazines. Multimedia and Smart Classrooms are equipped with Smart TVs, interactive boards, and internet-connected computers. A Parent Portal and App offers real-time updates on attendance, academic progress, staff communication, and announcements.

Academic Facilities
Science Laboratories are separate for Physics/Maths, Chemistry, and Biology and are upgraded annually. There are two Computer Laboratories with individual student systems, internet access, and Smart TVs. The Library hosts encyclopedias, fiction and nonfiction, and magazines, updated annually with a dedicated library budget. Multimedia & Smart Classrooms include Smart TVs, interactive boards, and internet-connected computers for audio-visual learning. A Parent Portal provides real-time updates on attendance, academic progress, and school announcements.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
IEAS is a Salesian institution dedicated to academic excellence, moral values, and holistic development. It is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and recognized by Kuwait's Ministry of Education. The Educational Method centers on integrated community and three basic principles—Reason, Faith in God, and Loving Kindness—under the motto "The Heart of Education is the Education of the Heart". It aims to develop students intellectually, morally, and socially for leadership and meaningful contribution to society.

Arts & Creative
IEAS fosters literary and language development through Literary Activities for Kindergarten to Secondary, emphasizing language development and public speaking. Literary events include debates, elocution, essay writing, extempore, quizzes, creative writing, and poetry recitation. Recognition includes General Proficiency points and subject excellence awards for English, Hindi, French, or Arabic.

Cultural & Language
IEAS provides English, French, Hindi, and Arabic language instruction. English Faculty leads English instruction; French Faculty leads French; Hindi Faculty leads Hindi; Arabic Faculty leads Arabic.

Social & Hobbies
IEAS uses a House & School Leadership System with four Houses—Tilak, Tagore, Nehru, Gandhi—to promote teamwork and healthy competition. Student leadership roles include Head Boy/Head Girl, Activity Captains, and House Captains, selected through applications and elections. Inter-house competitions cover sports, debates, quizzes, and cultural events, fostering social engagement and extracurricular participation.

Community & Service
School achievements note active community service as part of holistic development.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities exist through the House & School Leadership System, with student leaders in both Primary and Secondary sections and defined responsibilities. The Career Guidance & Aptitude program conducts aptitude testing for Std IX and above, with counseling to help choose streams and plan further education.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports Activities focus on skill development, fitness, discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship. They are organized through games periods, activity days, inter-house competitions, break-time tournaments, and coaching, with prescribed uniforms and attendance expectations. PE/Games periods are scheduled for Kindergarten to Std XII.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English, Arabic, French, and Hindi.
Admissions

Scholarships
A. Don Bosco Merit Scholarship: KD 100 awarded to the best outgoing student of Std XII.
B. Don Bosco Oratory Scholarships: KD 50 – Best Sportsman of the Year; KD 50 – Best Sportswoman of the Year.
C. Most Deserving Girl Child – Std. I: KD 100 sponsored by a well-wisher.
D. Fr. Francis Kharjia Memorial Awards: KD 75 – Most Deserving Girl (Std. VIII–X); KD 75 – Most Deserving Boy (Std. VIII–X).
E. Fr. Tony D'Souza Scholarship: KD 100 – Deserving Girl from a single-parent family.
F. Fr. Lionel Braganza Scholarship: KD 100 – Deserving Boy from a single-parent family.
G. Fr. Franco Peiera Scholarship: KD 100 – Deserving Boy Student (Primary Section); listed twice.
H. Promising Boy (Primary Section): KD 50 sponsored by a well-wisher.

Awards
Director's Award: Given at the discretion of the Director.
Principal's Award: Awarded for accumulating five positive remarks.
Proficiency Awards: Academic Excellence (AP) – A (Std. I–V); A/A (Std. VI–VIII); A1/A2 (Std. IX–XI).
Top 3 overall scorers in each class/division receive the GP Award.
Subject Excellence Award: Awarded to students securing the highest marks in each subject (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Hindi, French, Arabic).
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