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International School of Pakistan

Kuwait, Khaitan

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KWD 366 - 1,320
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 2000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1975
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Urdu, Arabic
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

International School of Pakistan Kuwait is an independent, co-educational school located in Abraq Khaitan, Al Farwaniyah, Kuwait. Founded in 1975 and owned by Abdullah Rashid Al-Hufaiti, the school serves a diverse, predominantly Pakistani community with representation from 16 countries. It offers a Cambridge-based international program alongside FBISE, delivering Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS and A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and a bespoke curriculum. The medium of instruction is English, with Urdu as a compulsory second language for Pakistani students up to Higher Secondary. The campus educates students from KG/Primary (LKG/UKG and Grades 1–5) through Junior (Grades 6–8) to Senior (Grades 9–12 with FBISE IGCSE/AS/AL). ISP Kuwait is recognized by the Kuwait Ministry of Private Education and is affiliated with Cambridge University and Edexcel UK. Modern facilities support a broad co-curricular program, including debates, quizzes, art and science exhibitions, and youth leadership activities such as Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, along with Sports Day.

International School of Pakistan, Block 6, Street 75, P.O. Box 19038, Abraq Khaitan, Al Farwaniyah, Kuwait

The Essentials

International School of Pakistan has 2,000 pupils, instruction in English.

Location

The International School of Pakistan is located in Abraq Khaitan, Al Farwaniyah, Kuwait. The address is Block 6, Street 75, P.O. Box 19038, Abraq Khaitan, Kuwait.

Stages

KG/Primary Section (LKG/UKG & Grade 1 to Grade 5); Junior Section (Grade 6 to Grade 8); Senior Section (Grade 9 to Grade 12 & IGCSE/AS/AL)

Type

independent, co-educational

Pupil Nationality Mix

The majority of students are Pakistani; international students come from 16 countries.

Country affiliation

Pakistan (FBISE) and Cambridge University & Edexcel UK

School day structure

School days are Sunday to Thursday. KG timings 7:30 am–1:00 pm; Primary 7:30 am–1:15 pm; Junior 7:30 am–1:25 pm; Senior 7:30 am–1:35 pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

The school has a compulsory uniform. Books and uniform are sold at the School Book Shop during school hours. Uniform details vary by section: KG wear white shirts with the logo and royal blue pinafores; Grades 1–8 wear white shirts with the logo, with grey trousers for boys and green pinafores for girls; Grades 9–12 wear white shirts with the logo, navy trousers for boys or navy pinafores for girls, with a blue tie and navy sweaters in winter.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned by Abdullah Rashid Al-Hufaiti; Nadia Al-Hufaiti is the Director.
Fees

Annual tuition at International School of Pakistan ranges from KWD 366 to KWD 1,320 for 2026/27.

Academic session used
- The school's published fee schedule available for reference is for the 2022–2023 session.

Application / registration fees
- No separate application, registration or enrolment fee amount is published on the school's publicly posted fee schedule or admission page.

Tuition fees (per term and total annual) — 2022/2023 session
- LKG – UKG: KWD 122 per term; Annual total KWD 366. (First term due 1 April; second term due 1 October; third term due 1 December.)
- Grade 1 to Grade 5: KWD 133 (1st term), KWD 133 (2nd term), KWD 132 (3rd term); Annual total KWD 398.
- Grade 6 to Grade 8: KWD 152 per term; Annual total KWD 456.
- Grade 9 to Grade 12: KWD 168 per term; Annual total KWD 504.
- IGCSE / AS / A Levels: KWD 440 per term; Annual total KWD 1,320.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Term due dates shown on the published schedule are: First term – 1 April; Second term – 1 October; Third term – 1 December. These term dates are the billing points for the tuition instalments.
- The school's academic year runs from April to March.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an offering and no boarding fees are published. The school's rules and timing information indicate day-school operation and transport responsibilities for families rather than on‑site boarding services.

Other costs and fees (books, uniform, examinations, transport, activities)
- Books and school uniform: All books and uniforms are sold at the school book shop; specific prices for uniforms and textbooks are not published in the public fee schedule. Parents should budget for uniform and book purchases in addition to the tuition instalments.
- External examination fees (Cambridge/Edexcel/board exam charges), transport, lunch, extracurricular activity fees and any one‑time capital levies are not shown in the published tuition table and would be charged separately where applicable; no fixed amounts for these items are published.

Refund information
- No public refund or cancellation policy detailing refundable or non‑refundable fees is published alongside the fee schedule.

Fee payment options
- No public listing of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, local cheque or online merchant) appears with the published fee schedule.

Summary note about available information
- The only published numeric tuition amounts available are the per‑term and annual figures for the 2022–2023 session shown above. Application/registration fees, published payment methods, refund rules, boarding fees, and fixed prices for uniforms/textbooks are not published alongside the tuition schedule; these items are therefore not available in the public fee materials reviewed.
Academics

International School of Pakistan teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum

The International School of Pakistan Kuwait provides education from KG/Primary (LKG/UKG and Grade 1–5), Junior Section (Grade 6–8), and Senior Section (Grade 9–12 with FBISE IGCSE/AS/AL). It is affiliated with FBISE, Cambridge University, and Edexcel UK. The medium of instruction is English, with Urdu as a compulsory second language for Pakistani students up to Higher Secondary. The school is recognized by the Kuwait Ministry of Private Education. The majority of the student body is Pakistani, with international students representing 16 countries.
Parent Experience

History

The International School of Pakistan Kuwait was founded in 1975. It is an independent co-educational school located in Abraq Khaitan, Al Farwaniyah, Kuwait. It is recognized by the Ministry of Private Education, Kuwait and affiliated with FBISE (Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Islamabad). The medium of instruction is English, with Urdu as a compulsory second language for Pakistanis up to Higher Secondary. The school is owned by Abdullah Rashid Al-Hufaiti.

Community

ISP Kuwait hosts events across its Primary and Junior/Senior sections. Examples include KG Sports Day 2019, Quran Competition 2020, International Arabic Day 2019, Art & Science Exhibition 2019, Sports Day 2019, and Annual Quiz 2017. These events emphasize athletic activities, language and cultural celebrations throughout the year. The events are listed under ISP Events and reflect student participation and family involvement.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school has all modern facilities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Co-Curricular activities include Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, Sports Day, Inter-class Quiz, Debates, Spelling Contest, and Science and Art Exhibitions. The Junior Section uses these activities to extend learning beyond the classroom and develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. The three aims of ISP Junior Section are to produce successful learners who enjoy learning, to foster confident individuals, and to help students become responsible citizens. These activities provide opportunities for intellectual growth through competitions and exhibitions.

Arts & Creative

Art Exhibitions and Science Exhibitions are part of the co-curricular program. The Junior Section engages students in activities that develop creative expression and artistic skills. The program supports a culture where creativity is encouraged and students present work in exhibitions.

Cultural & Language

Arab and Non-Arab groups are used to categorize students in the Junior Section. The medium of instruction is English, with Urdu as a compulsory second language for Pakistanis till Higher Secondary. Arabic is part of the curriculum for group subjects within the Junior Section.

Social & Hobbies

Co-Curricular activities include Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, Sports Day, Inter-class Quiz, Debates, Spelling Contest, and Science and Art Exhibitions. These activities promote teamwork, communication, and social interaction beyond classroom learning. They help students develop confidence and social skills through regular participation in events and competitions.

Leadership & Professional

Boy Scouts and Girl Guides develop leadership and teamwork. Inter-class Quiz and Debates build leadership and communication skills. Co-Curricular activities prepare students for leadership roles through active participation and collaborative projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Sports Day promotes physical activity, teamwork and well-being. The school emphasizes safe, healthy and fulfilling lives as part of its aims. Co-Curricular activities support overall well-being and balanced personal development.
Languages

Language Provision

English is the medium of instruction; Urdu is a compulsory second language for Pakistani students up to Higher Secondary. The school serves KG/Primary Section, Junior Section, and Senior Section (LKG/UKG to Grade 12).

Bilingual Teaching

English is the medium of instruction. Urdu is a compulsory second language for Pakistani students up to Higher Secondary. The school serves KG/Primary Section, Junior Section, and Senior Section (LKG/UKG to Grade 12).
Admissions

Admissions

STEP 01: ENQUIRY & REGISTRATION. Admission opens when announced. Pre-registration is announced on the school website, across social media networks, on school notice boards, and through existing students' homework diaries. When admissions open, visit the school to register the child for the test. STEP 02: ADMISSION TEST. After preregistration is complete, the time and date for the admission test are announced. The test measures the student's skills based on age and prior academics. UKG to Grade 9 have written tests in English and Mathematics with results posted on the notice board; LKG undergoes a basic introductory interview. Admission from UKG to Grade 9 requires at least 50% in the tested subjects, and admission is subject to seat availability. STEP 03: FINAL FORMALITIES. Once admission is confirmed, the required documents must be submitted with the child's personal file: a birth certificate photocopy; Civil ID photocopies for the student and for the father and mother; passport photocopies (including residence page) for the student and parents; health card; three passport-size photographs. The result card of the last class attended, with a grading certificate stamped by the embassy and Foreign Affairs if the last school was outside Kuwait; the file from the previous school; the original school leaving (transfer) certificate from the last school with the sequence of class; the tuition fee clearance slip from the previous school; and the undertaking signed by the parent. No registration will be accepted if the papers are not completed as required.
School Events
The school has not added events