Iqra’a American School

Kuwait, Jleeb Al-shuyoukh

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees KWD 2,200 - 3,800

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (MYP), Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Arabic, French

Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Iqra'a American School in Kuwait provides an American standards-based education for ages 2 to 18, with divisions aligned to American standards and exposure to IB MYP and AP courses. Kindergarten focuses on English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Physical Education, and Character Education, emphasizing language development, literacy, numeracy, inquiry, and social-emotional growth. Elementary builds literacy, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies while nurturing critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving through ongoing assessment. Middle School emphasizes literacy and numeracy, communication, and problem solving, with wellbeing as a core element. High School offers core subjects with Islamic and Arabic; electives include Art, Photography, Cyber Security, Python, Physical Education, and Robotics, plus AP courses and a 30-credit graduation requirement. It uses project-based learning, flipped classrooms, and extension opportunities. The campus is purpose-built with classrooms, science and ICT laboratories, a library, research rooms, sports fields. Owned by Mr Muhammad Abdullah Al-Ali and AL-QALAM FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES LLC.

www.iqraa.edu.kw

Jleeb Al Shuyoukh, Block 4, Street 25, Kuwait

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The Essentials

Location

Jleeb Al Shuyoukh, Block 4, Street 25, Kuwait

Stages

Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Additional learning support

The school provides Learning and Support with differentiated instruction and CCSS diagnostic assessments to guide intervention. The Head of Section analyzes results quarterly to tailor interventions, and counseling is available.

Country affiliation

Aligned with American standards

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Fees

Application / Registration fee

- A one-time registration fee of 100 KD is charged for each student.

Tuition fees by year group (Academic Year 2026 / 2027)

- Kindergarten: Total annual tuition 2,200 KD. Instalment plan: Registration fee 100 KD; 1st instalment 880 KD; 2nd instalment 610 KD; 3rd instalment 610 KD. Due dates for instalments are shown on the billing schedule.

- Elementary (Grades 1–5): Total annual tuition 2,800 KD. Instalment plan: Registration fee 100 KD; 1st instalment 1,100 KD; 2nd instalment 800 KD; 3rd instalment 800 KD.

- Middle School (Grades 6–8): Total annual tuition 3,300 KD. Instalment plan: Registration fee 100 KD; 1st instalment 1,300 KD; 2nd instalment 950 KD; 3rd instalment 950 KD.

- High School (Grades 9–12): Total annual tuition 3,800 KD. Instalment plan: Registration fee 100 KD; 1st instalment 1,300 KD; 2nd instalment 1,200 KD; 3rd instalment 1,200 KD.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Instalment due dates for the 2026/2027 academic year are: 1st instalment on 01/09/2026; 2nd instalment on 03/01/2027; 3rd instalment on 01/07/2027. The registration fee is payable at registration. Amounts for each instalment are listed under each year group above.

Transportation fees

- Transportation is available at the following rates: 330 KD per semester or 470 KD per year.

Uniform and clothing costs

- Standard uniform items are priced as follows: Jacket 15 KD; Track pant 11 KD; Short-sleeve polo 8 KD; Long-sleeve polo 9 KD; Vest 12 KD.

- High school suit items are priced as follows (KD): Shirt 10; Trouser 12; Blazer 18; Tie 3.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee schedule for the 2026/2027 academic year. Boarding is not applicable per the published fees.

Other costs and fees

- The published fee schedule includes the registration fee, tuition, transportation and uniform costs as listed above. No separate capital levy, technology fee, assessment fee or excursion fee is itemized on the published fee schedule.

Refund information

- No refund or withdrawal refund policy is provided in the published fee schedule for the 2026/2027 academic year.

Fee payment options

- Payments are processed via the school's online registration/payment portal (payonline.iqraa.edu.kw). Specific payment methods (for example: which card brands are accepted, whether bank transfer is supported, or other offline payment channels) are not specified on the published fee schedule or on the application portal page.

Brief note on missing details

- The published fee schedule provides clear totals, instalment amounts and instalment dates plus transportation and uniform pricing, but it does not state a refund policy, detailed payment method options (credit card vs. bank transfer vs. cash), or any additional incidental fees (capital/ICT/exam/insurance). These items are not specified in the school's published fee information for 2026/2027.

Academics

Curriculum

The school follows an American standards-based curriculum across its divisions. The Kindergarten curriculum is guided by American standards and develops English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Physical Education, and Character Education, with emphasis on language development, literacy, numeracy, inquiry, and social-emotional growth. The Elementary program provides a balanced curriculum aligned with international standards, building literacy, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies while strengthening critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving through ongoing assessment and personalized support. The Middle School focuses on the fundamentals of literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, communication, and problem solving, with wellbeing and a positive climate as core components. The High School curriculum includes core subjects such as Math, English, Science, Biology, and Physics, plus Islamic and Arabic; electives include Art, Photography, Cyber Security, Python, Physical Education, and Robotics; Advanced Placement courses are offered, and a 30-credit graduation requirement. The program uses project-based learning, flipped classrooms, and extension opportunities to build student agency and prepare for higher education.

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Admissions

The school uses September 15 as the age reference date. Pre KG is 2 years 6 months; KG1 is 3 years 6 months; KG2 is 4 years 6 months; Grade 1 is 5 years 6 months; Grade 2 is 6 years 6 months; etc. The school gives priority to siblings and children of graduates. An assessment test and personal interview are scheduled according to seats availability. An initial application form is filled at the reception area. The applicant will be notified of the assessment date and time; if the applicant misses the appointment without notifying the school in advance the assessment will not be rescheduled. The school notifies the applicant of the assessment results within three working days of the assessment date. Parents are required to come personally to complete and submit the application form and provide the required documents. Admission in Pre KG requires toilet training by the first day of the school year. Admission in KG requires the student to answer all questions during the test and to be able to tend to their personal needs without adult assistance. Admission for primary, middle and high school requires passing the entrance assessment for Arabic, English and Mathematics and a personal interview with the principal. After passing the entrance assessment, the parent pays KD 100 as registration fees to reserve the seat. Registration fees cannot be retrieved or transferred to another student (MOPE rules) and the first installments shall be calculated as part of the tuition fees. A certificate of no objection will be issued to confirm acceptance to transfer from the former school. The student file needs to be submitted along with the medical file within one week from notification of acceptance. The school does not accept students with special needs or those who suffer from learning or mental disability or severe psychological problems. In MOPE rules, the presence of the father in person is required to continue the registration process, except in case of the death of the father; the legal guardian needs to provide the father's death certificate along with the guardianship certificate. In case of divorce, the mother is obliged to submit the divorce certificate along with educational custody. The required documents include a copy of the birth and vaccination certificates, a copy of civil IDs for student and parents, a copy of the nationality certificates (for Kuwaitis only), a copy of passports for the students and parents (for non-Kuwaitis), six recent pictures for the student, and a copy of the last two report cards if transferring from another school; as the report cards issued from outside Kuwait, it needs to be attested from the Kuwait Embassy & the Foreign Affairs. The assessments results will be communicated to the parent within three working days from the submission date. After acceptance, the student file should be transferred from the former school and submitted with the transfer certificate, financial clearance, academic certificates and the medical file; if the requested documents are not submitted, the school has the right not to include the student's name in the class list. Withdrawal procedures require the presence of the father to fill out a withdrawal application mentioning the reasons; a letter of no objection from the new school stating the acceptance of the student; all dues should be paid and the textbooks should be returned (or paying the equivalent amount for it), then the guardian is entitled to claim for fees clearance from the accounting department to be collected within two working days from the date of request.

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FAQs

Where is Iqra'a American School located?

Iqra'a American School is located in Jleeb Al Shuyoukh, Block 4, Street 25 in Kuwait. The school serves students from ages 2 to 18, across Kindergarten through High School.

What age range does IQAS serve?

IQAS serves students aged 2 to 18, spanning from Kindergarten through High School. This covers early years through secondary education.

What curriculum and school type does IQAS offer?

Iqra'a American School follows an American standards-based curriculum across its divisions. It is a co-educational day school. In High School, Advanced Placement courses are offered, and students must complete a 30‑credit graduation requirement.

What are the tuition fees by year group for 2026/2027?

Tuition by year group for 2026/2027 is: Kindergarten 2,200 KD; Elementary 2,800 KD; Middle 3,300 KD; High School 3,800 KD. There is a one-time 100 KD registration fee, and tuition is charged in three instalments with due dates on 01/09/2026, 03/01/2027, and 01/07/2027.

What other costs should families be aware of?

Transportation costs 330 KD per semester or 470 KD per year. Uniforms have listed prices, with high school uniforms including a shirt, trousers, blazer, and tie. Payments are processed through the school's online portal payonline.iqraa.edu.kw.

What is the admissions process and age requirements?

Admissions follow a Sept 15 age reference date with priority given to siblings and graduates' children. An assessment test and personal interview are scheduled based on seat availability, and results are communicated within three working days. After acceptance, parents pay a 100 KD registration fee to reserve the seat and must submit the student file and required documents, including birth and vaccination certificates, IDs, passports, photos, and report cards; transfers from outside Kuwait require embassy attestations.

What does the curriculum look like across divisions at IQAS?

IQAS uses an American standards-based curriculum across Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, and High School. Kindergarten focuses on core subjects and social-emotional growth, while Elementary emphasizes literacy, Math, Science, and Social Studies. The High School offers AP courses and a 30-credit graduation requirement, with electives like Art, Photography, Cyber Security, Python, PE, and Robotics, all supported by project-based learning and flipped classrooms.

Are AP courses offered at IQAS?

Yes. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered in the High School, providing a pathway to higher education alongside the 30-credit graduation requirement.

What learning support and wellbeing services are available?

IQAS provides Learning and Support with differentiated instruction and CCSS diagnostic assessments to guide interventions. The Head of Section reviews results quarterly to tailor interventions, and counseling is available for students.

What facilities does the IQAS campus offer?

IQAS operates a purpose-built campus with modern facilities designed to support teaching and wellbeing. It includes well-designed classrooms, specialized science laboratories, ICT and computer laboratories, a well-resourced library, and dedicated research rooms.

What academic facilities are available at IQAS?

The campus features fully equipped science laboratories, ICT/computer laboratories with up-to-date technology, a well-resourced library, and dedicated research rooms to support project-based learning and collaborative work.

Are there extensive sports facilities at IQAS?

Yes. The school has extensive sports facilities, including large football fields, spacious playgrounds, and safe, well-maintained campus spaces for physical education and teams.

What extracurricular activities are available beyond the classroom?

The after-school program includes arts, sports, academic support, workshops, and leadership-building activities. There are field trips and parent activities as part of School Life, fostering creativity and teamwork.

Is leadership and community service emphasized at IQAS?

Leadership-building activities are part of the after-school program, and the school emphasizes service to local and global communities. Partnerships with families support student growth and responsible citizenship.

What arts opportunities exist after school?

Arts are included in the after-school program, with opportunities to explore creative interests through clubs and collaborative projects.

What wellbeing and mental health supports are available for students?

Counseling supports positive academic and personal development, with confidential individual or group sessions. The School Nurse Services help manage student health and keep vaccinations up to date.

How does IQAS support students with learning differences and English language needs?

IQAS has a Learning Diversity Policy with a Student Learning Diversity Group (SLDG) and an Intervention Program for after-school support. English is the primary language of instruction, and there is mother tongue support to maintain proficiency in students' native languages.

Is boarding offered at IQAS?

No. There is no boarding provision listed, and the school operates as a day school.

Is a uniform required, and what does it include?

Yes, a compulsory uniform is required. Uniform items include a jacket, track pants, a short-sleeved polo shirt, a long-sleeved polo shirt, and a vest; high school uniforms include a shirt, trousers, blazer, and tie.

Who governs IQAS?

IQAS is owned by AL-QALAM FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES LLC, a group of premier educational institutions that drives the school.

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