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International Academy of Kuwait

Kuwait, Kuwait City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees KWD 1,132 - 3,350
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2000
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Arabic, French
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

International Academy of Kuwait is a British international school for students aged 3 to 18, delivering English National Curriculum. Foundation Stage follows EYFS; Primary uses Oxford KS1-KS2 and Cambridge KS3-KS4 with English as the medium of instruction. Arabic language and Islamic Studies follow Kuwait's Ministry of Education guidelines. In secondary, the school follows the English National Curriculum and prepares students for IGCSE Cambridge AS examinations. In KS4 (Year 10-11) four IGCSE subjects are studied each year (Maths core/extended, English, Arabic, Islamic and one additional IGCSE). In Year 12, students may study up to four AS subjects with Edexcel; Year 12 A2 is not offered. Cambridge, Edexcel and Oxford boards are used at high school. Facilities include sports facilities, canteen, libraries and science labs; a bus service. IT features four computer laboratories with 30 computers each, broadband, smart projectors and Scratch programming. An extracurricular program supports academic, cultural and leadership development.

Hamoud Zaid Al Khaled St, Salmiya, Kuwait

The Essentials

International Academy of Kuwait has 2,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English, Arabic.

Stages
Early Years Foundation Stage (Foundation); Primary (KS1–KS2); Secondary (KS3–KS4); Key Stage 5 (Year 12).

Type
British international school following the National British Curriculum.

Additional learning support
Pastoral care with Head of Pastoral Care and a Social Worker.

School day structure
School day runs from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm on weekdays.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uniform must be worn correctly by students at school or on trips and is monitored by staff. The uniform can be purchased from the school uniform shop; if the correct size/item is unavailable, a temporary alternative can be worn. Summer Uniform: navy trousers, white polo shirt with IAK logo, black shoes with white socks; Summer PE kit is required. Winter Uniform: navy trousers, white polo shirt with IAK logo, navy sweater, black shoes with white socks; Winter PE kit includes a navy sweater (no logo) and trainers.

Governance and Ownership
The owner is Mr. Abdulrahman Al Shayaa. The school follows the National British Curriculum.
Fees

Annual tuition at International Academy of Kuwait ranges from KWD 1,132 to KWD 3,350 for 2026/27.

Annual tuition at International Academy of Kuwait ranges from USD 40,480 to USD 59,053 depending on year group. That works out at roughly USD 40,480 for the early years, USD 40,480 to USD 52,093 for primary, USD 52,093 to USD 59,053 for secondary, USD 59,053 for sixth form. Expect an enrolment fee of USD 3,200 on enrolment. Enrollment deposit of USD 3,200 due at enrollment and credited toward the tuition balance (excluding certain additional fees). No sibling discount is provided.
Academics

International Academy of Kuwait teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
British National Curriculum. Foundation Stage follows the English EYFS; Primary uses Oxford books for KS1–KS2 and Cambridge books for KS3–KS4 with English as the medium of instruction. The Arabic language and Islamic Studies curriculums follow Kuwait's Ministry of Education guidelines. Secondary follows the English National Curriculum and prepares students for IGCSE and Cambridge AS examinations; in KS4 (Year 10–11) four IGCSE subjects are studied each year (Maths core/extended, English, Arabic, Islamic and one additional IGCSE). In Year 12, students may study up to four AS subjects with Edexcel; Year 12 A2 is not offered. Cambridge, Edexcel and Oxford boards are used at high school.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school develops the whole child and fosters intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth in every student. The pastoral system provides welfare support across Foundation, Primary, and Secondary, with staff responsible for the welfare of allocated groups. Teachers build positive relationships with students and target each student's individual needs. The school emphasizes building social, physical, and emotional skills to develop resilience and the ability to embrace challenges. The social worker collaborates with students, families, and staff to support wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A carefully integrated system of pastoral care looks after the welfare of allocated groups and staff target each student's individual needs. The school relies on the social worker to assess behavior, learning, and social barriers in order to inform intervention plans. The social worker also collaborates with families to access resources that support students both in school and at home.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care is central to student wellbeing, with the Head of Pastoral Care and the Social Worker supporting students, staff, and parents as required. A relaxed yet standards-based environment is maintained to foster a supportive atmosphere. The social worker provides mental health-related support and works with families to address barriers affecting learning and daily life.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is embedded in the pastoral framework, with the Head of Pastoral Care and the Social Worker coordinating welfare and safeguarding needs across the school. The social worker conducts assessments of behavior, learning, and social barriers to inform intervention plans that protect and support students. Deputy Head and Head of Primary oversee safeguarding as part of overall welfare and conduct policies.
Parent Experience

Community
The school uses English as the medium of instruction and follows the National Curriculum of England. The school has an international and culturally diverse student body of around 2000 students aged 3 to 18. The Activity Calendar shows events such as Primary International Day 2025, Fun Day, Pyjama Day, Healthy Day and Character Day. The News section includes Foundation Open Day on February 3, 2024 and Ramadan Timing on February 18, 2025, and there are opportunities for parents to share in their child's education and visitors are welcome by appointment.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has sport facilities. The canteen is available on campus. Libraries and resources are provided for students. Science labs are part of the facilities. A bus service operates for student transportation. English is the medium of instruction at the school.

Academic Facilities
The school has four computer laboratories with 30 computers in each lab. It has an advanced IT infrastructure with hardware and software to support the curriculum. A dedicated broadband Internet connection is provided to help students access online resources. Labs are equipped with smart projectors for interactive learning, and CCTV cameras monitor the campus. The IT curriculum progresses from basic software in the Primary section to more advanced software in higher classes, including Scratch for programming.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a variety of extra-curricular activities. The activities are designed to create well-rounded students. Pastoral care and support staff assist students, staff and parents across the school.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
A challenging, rigorous and aspirational program of study is based on the English National Curriculum. This provides internationally recognised qualifications that can lead to top universities worldwide. The school emphasizes academic success while developing well-rounded learners through a broad curriculum and an extensive extra-curricular program. Students are supported to become confident and independent lifelong learners.

Arts & Creative
The school offers literary activities as part of its extracurricular program. Creative expression is encouraged through events such as Pyjama Day and Character Day. International Day events foster storytelling, cultural appreciation and creative collaboration across the school.

Cultural & Language
International Day events allow students to share and discuss information about different countries and cultures. Students participate in cultural sharing, dress-up and related activities that promote cultural awareness. The school fosters global awareness and understanding of differences as part of its culture.

Social & Hobbies
Pupils have the opportunity to engage in a number of activities over the year, including football, basketball, handball, volleyball, table tennis and badminton. The department runs competitions during breaks and participates in external competitions around Kuwait. External leagues and clubs include the Alshaya Sports Academy (football, basketball, volleyball, swimming, taekwondo, karate) as well as paid and free clubs.

Leadership & Professional
The school provides leadership opportunities for students. The principal's message emphasizes developing leadership and professional skills as part of growing into well-rounded individuals. Students are supported to become confident and independent lifelong learners who can contribute to their family, school and wider community in Kuwait and beyond.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and physical activity are a core part of life at IAK. The school offers football, basketball, handball, volleyball, table tennis and badminton. Competitions during breaks and external leagues support physical wellbeing and active lifestyles.
Languages

Language Provision
Primary learning is delivered in English for core subjects, and French is also taught in Primary. Arabic language and Islamic Studies are taught per Kuwaiti Ministry of Education guidelines. In Secondary, textbooks are based on the National Curriculum of England. The school has a strong tradition of teaching in English.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Registration Procedures (KG-Year 2): An application form is completed by the parents/guardians at the reception area or online. The parent pays 20 KD as the interview/entrance test fee and is given a fixed date for the interview/entrance test. Foundation candidates are informed of the interview result immediately and are provided with a list of required documents to prepare and register within the required time period; otherwise the seat is lost.

2. Registration Procedures (Year 3-Year 12): An application form is completed by the parents/guardians at the reception area or online. Applicant students undertake an entrance exam to evaluate their academic level (Mathematics and English). Parents are informed of the results by phone; if the student achieves satisfactory results, they will be interviewed by the Head of Department. Parents should submit the official documents to the school within the required time period; otherwise the seat will be lost. Once the student is accepted, the parents are requested to pay the registration fees at the Accounting Department within the required time period, otherwise the seat will be lost.

3. Admission Department Letter: The Admission Department's main objective is to manage applications, entry evaluations and registration, withdrawals, communicating, and maintaining all students' information. Inquiries concerning admissions are encouraged and information about the admissions process is available. The school can be contacted during working hours (7:30 am-2:30 pm).

4. Waiting list: Due to high demand, passing Entrance Exam and the interview doesn't guarantee admission. When the capacity of each class is reached, students meeting the acceptance criteria but not admitted will be placed on a waiting list in case openings occur. The waiting list is used to fill seats as they become available. Parents are contacted when a seat becomes available.

5. Withdrawal and refunds: As per ministry regulations, withdrawal before the beginning of the school year results in non-refundable registration fees; withdrawal during the scholastic year makes all paid amounts non-refundable and non-transferable. Parents should notify the school in writing of withdrawal. The policy applies to all students.

6. Language and curriculum: The school has a strong tradition of teaching in English. English is the primary language of instruction across year groups. The school follows the National British Curriculum.

Waitlist
The school uses a waiting list when a year level is full. Applicants who meet the acceptance criteria but are not admitted due to capacity are placed on a waiting list for openings. The waiting list is used to fill seats as they become available. Parents are contacted when a seat becomes available.
School Events
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