United Indian School

Kuwait, Abbasiya

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees KWD 340 - 488

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 6300

Type Co-educational

Opened 1985

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum CBSE Curriculum

Taught languages Hindi, Arabic, French

Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

United Indian School, founded in 1985 in Abbassiya, Kuwait, is a large CBSE-affiliated school serving about 6,300 students. It is recognized by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Education and prepares pupils for AISSE and AISSCE. The medium of instruction is English, with Hindi as the second language; from Class 9, French replaces Hindi, and Arabic is taught from Class 1. The school follows the CBSE curriculum and uses a Continuous Evaluation System that records achievements and skills across cognitive, physical, emotional, social and aesthetic development. Activities include Work Experience, First Aid, Indigenous games, Art, Yoga and Music to support holistic learning. Facilities include Biology, Chemistry and Physics laboratories; senior and junior Computer Labs; a Mathematics Laboratory and a well-stocked library. Extracurriculars span elocution, debates, recitation, vocal and instrumental music, drama and arts, with inter-house events and musicals. Notable programs include Joy of Giving and a Student Council with about 90 active prefects.

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P.O. Box 1589, Block #4, Street #6, Hawalli, Building #15175, Code 32016, Jleeb Al Shuyoukh, Kuwait

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The Essentials

Location

Abbassiya, Kuwait

Country affiliation

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India

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Fees

Application and admission fees

- New admissions pay an admission fee of KWD 20 payable with the first term fees.

Tuition fees — amounts per term and annual total by year group

- LKG & UKG: Term 1 (Apr–Jun) KWD 110; Term 2 (Sep–Nov) KWD 115; Term 3 (Dec–Mar) KWD 115; Annual total KWD 340.

- Standards I–IV: Term 1 KWD 122; Term 2 KWD 125; Term 3 KWD 130; Annual total KWD 377.

- Standards V–VIII: Term 1 KWD 140; Term 2 KWD 145; Term 3 KWD 150; Annual total KWD 435.

- Standards IX–XII: Term 1 KWD 160; Term 2 KWD 163; Term 3 KWD 165; Annual total KWD 488.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and other recurring fees are billed termly and payable in three installments: Term I due on or before 15 April; Term II due on or before 15 September; Term III due on or before 15 December. Parents must notify the Principal if timely payment cannot be made.

- The school charges the full term fee if a student leaves during a term; fees once paid are non-refundable.

- Parents should present the student's ID card at the fee counter when making payments.

Boarding fees

- The school does not operate boarding/ residential provision; therefore no boarding fees apply.

Transport (bus) fees — per-term and annual totals by route

- Abbasiya / Abbasiya-Ishbiliya: Term 1 KWD 30; Term 2 KWD 30; Term 3 KWD 35; Annual total KWD 95.

- Riggae: Term 1 KWD 40; Term 2 KWD 40; Term 3 KWD 40; Annual total KWD 120.

- Farwaniya / Khaitan: Term 1 KWD 40; Term 2 KWD 40; Term 3 KWD 40; Annual total KWD 120.

- Salmiya: Term 1 KWD 50; Term 2 KWD 50; Term 3 KWD 50; Annual total KWD 150.

- Abu Halifa / Mangaf / Fahaheel: Term 1 KWD 55; Term 2 KWD 55; Term 3 KWD 55; Annual total KWD 165.

Other mandatory items and additional fees

- Uniform: The prescribed summer and winter uniforms are mandatory for all students (summer: specified shirts/pinafore, ties, shoes and socks; winter: navy blue blazers). Parents are responsible for purchasing the prescribed uniform items.

- Books and stationery: A list of required books is published for each class; parents are responsible for purchasing books and stationery in addition to tuition and transport fees.

- Any other school charges (for example, activity or exam fees, special classes, or one-off charges) are handled separately and are billed as required.

Refunds and withdrawal

- Fees once paid are not refundable. If a student leaves during a term, the full term fee will be charged regardless of the number of days attended. Transfer Certificates are issued only after all dues are cleared.

Fee payment options and how to pay

- Online payment: Fees can be paid via the school's online fee payment portal.

- In-person payment: Fees may also be paid at the school fee counter; parents are required to present the student's ID card when paying in person.

- Specific accepted payment instruments (for example, which card types or bank transfer details) are handled through the school's fee-payment channels and the online payment portal.

Academics

Curriculum

CBSE curriculum prescribed by the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, India. The school implements a Continuous Evaluation System that records students' achievements and skills across cognitive, physical, emotional, social, and aesthetic development, and includes activities such as Work Experience, First Aid, Indigenous games, Art, Yoga, and Music to support holistic learning. English is the language of instruction and conversation in school.

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Admissions

Admissions are processed online through Online Students Registration. After pre-registration, a pre-registration number is generated. The admission file can be obtained from the school office. Submit the admission file with all required documents and await further guidance. Admissions are granted strictly on merit. Criteria: Lower Kindergarten requires completion of 3 years by 15 March (siblings have first-preference for LKG); UKG requires completion of 4 years by 15 March; Class 1 requires completion of 5 years by 15 March; admissions to all classes depend on seat availability; for UKG and above, admission is based on an entrance test; students coming from other schools must submit a Transfer Certificate. Fee Structure: tuition is paid in three installments (Term I by 15 April; Term II by 15 September; Term III by 15 December). New admissions pay an admission fee of KD 20 along with the first term fees. Promotions: promotion is based on performance in tests and examinations; if a student misses a test/exam on genuine grounds, a decision for promotion may be made at the time of promotion; a student who fails to appear in the annual examination will not be promoted; a student who fails twice in the same class will have to discontinue schooling; the school's decision on promotion and detention is final. Withdrawal: for withdrawal in April, a Transfer Certificate application must be submitted by 15 January; a Transfer Certificate for India should be countersigned by the Indian Embassy; the Transfer Certificate will be issued only after declaration of results; for withdrawal at other times, the application should be submitted to the Principal at least a fortnight prior to leaving; the Transfer Certificate will be issued only after all dues are paid and any borrowed school property is returned.

Scholarships

CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship; NTSE; KVPY; The National Merit Scholarship Scheme.

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FAQs

Where is United Indian School located?

United Indian School is located in Abbassiya, Kuwait. It is a CBSE-affiliated, English-medium school with a large student body.

What curriculum does UIS follow?

UIS follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum prescribed by New Delhi, India. The school uses a Continuous Evaluation System to track progress across cognitive, physical, emotional, social, and aesthetic development.

Is UIS co-educational and what is the starting age?

Yes, UIS is a co-educational school. It admits students from age 3; the upper age limit isn't specified in the information provided.

What are the tuition fees by grade?

LKG/UKG annual total is 340 KWD; Standards I–IV 377 KWD; Standards V–VIII 435 KWD; Standards IX–XII 488 KWD. Fees are billed termly in three installments.

What is the admission process?

Admissions are processed online with pre-registration and a pre-registration number. UKG and above require an entrance test; a Transfer Certificate is needed for students coming from other schools; there is a one-time admission fee of KD 20 with the first term fees.

Are there scholarships?

Yes. Scholarships include the CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship, NTSE, KVPY, and The National Merit Scholarship Scheme.

What labs and library exist?

Biology, Chemistry and Physics laboratories are located on the ground floor of the main building and are used for regular practicals and board exams. There are senior and junior computer labs, a Mathematics Laboratory, and a well-stocked library.

How is computer education structured?

Computer education begins from Class 5, with a senior lab for software development and a junior lab for basic skills. This supports practical learning in technology alongside other subjects.

What languages are taught and what is the medium?

English is the language of instruction and conversation. Hindi is taught as a second language; Arabic from Class 1, and French is offered from Class 9.

What extracurricular activities exist?

UIS offers elocution, debates, recitation, vocal and instrumental music, art, drama, collage making, handwriting competitions, storytelling, and fancy dress. Inter-house competitions and house displays are regular features of student life.

Are there leadership opportunities?

Yes. Students elect a Student Council and Prefectural Body, including roles like School Captain, Head Boy, Head Girl, and House Captains. About 90 prefects participate in the Investiture Ceremony.

What community and service activities exist?

Joy of Giving is a community service initiative organized by Class 10 to collect goods for the needy. The school also provides Value Education and career guidance through talks and activities.

What wellbeing and support provisions exist?

The UIS Way tracks students' progress across cognitive, physical, emotional, social, and aesthetic development and helps diagnose and remediate learning difficulties. Yoga and First Aid are integrated into the timetable to support wellbeing.

What is the uniform policy?

A prescribed summer uniform and winter uniform are mandatory for all students. Parents are responsible for purchasing the uniform items, including navy trousers or pinafores, shirts, ties, shoes, and a navy blue blazer in winter.

What about transport?

UIS operates a bus service with several routes. For example, Abbasiya route costs 95 KWD annually; Riggae 120; Farwaniya/Khaitan 120; Salmiya 150; Abu Halifa/Mangaf/Fahaheel 165.

How is UIS governed?

The school is governed by a Sponsor and a Chairperson, with a management team led by the Principal and Vice Principals. It is recognized by the Kuwait Ministry of Education and affiliated with CBSE, New Delhi.

What accreditations or recognition does UIS have?

UIS has CBSE affiliation and Kuwait MOE recognition, with Mandatory Public Disclosure entries covering affiliation, board results, and annual reports.

Are there any awards or notable recognitions?

There are no specific awards listed in the provided information.

What languages are taught in addition to English?

Apart from English, Hindi is taught as a second language; Arabic is taught from Class 1, and French begins from Class 9.

Is there a bilingual or immersion language program?

There is no information indicating a bilingual or immersion program; the medium of instruction is English.

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