Dasman Bilingual School is a AP / American / BTEC Qualification / SEN focussed school in Kuwait City, Kuwait. Founded in 1996. Annual tuition ranges from $5,822 to $9,076 USD.
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About
Dasman Bilingual School is a co-educational bilingual day school in Sharq, Kuwait City, serving approximately 3,000 students aged 2 to 17 with an American curriculum integrated with Arabic language and culture. Accredited by CIS and NEASC, the school offers Advanced Placement and BTEC qualifications, a dedicated Special Needs Division with therapy services, and extensive facilities across seven buildings including two swimming pools and multiple auditoriums. As part of the Cognita family of Schools, Dasman achieves a 95% university placement rate with graduates attending leading global institutions including Harvard, MIT, and University College London.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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Bilingual English-Arabic education integrating American curriculum standards with Arabic language and culture. Dedicated Special Needs Division offering inclusive education, therapy services, and vocational training. Large campus spanning seven buildings with two swimming pools, multiple auditoriums, and extensive sports and academic facilities for over 3,000 students. CIS and NEASC accredited with a 95% university placement rate, including placements at Harvard, MIT, UCL, and McGill. Part of the Cognita family of Schools.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| SEN Programme | KWD 23,423 |
| Pre-K / KG1 / KG2 | KWD 5,822 |
| Elementary (Grades 1-4) | KWD 9,076 |
| Resource Inclusion (RI) | KWD 12,747 |
| High School (Grades 9-12) | KWD 10,109 |
| Middle School (Grades 5-8) | KWD 9,800 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: KWD 1,786 - 2,784. Application fee: $326.
Admissions Process
- 1Make an Enquiry by completing the enquiry form or contacting the Admissions Office. 2. Visit Us by scheduling a campus tour. 3. Submit Your Online Application online only, uploading required documents. 4. Assessment and Evaluation — Kindergarten uses an informal interview; Grades 1–12 require formal assessments in English, Math, and Arabic; remote assessments available for international applicants. 5. Admission Decision communicated within 1 day for Kindergarten and 2–3 days for Grades 1–12. 6. After Acceptance, pay a non-refundable KD 100 deposit within two days and submit transfer documents.
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School Day
School days start with a 7:00–7:30 a.m. drop-off for all divisions. Pick-up times vary by division: Kindergarten 12:50–13:15, Elementary 14:00–14:15, Middle School 14:15–14:30, High School 14:30–14:45, SEN (A, D, S) 12:55–13:30, and SEN/Vocational 13:30–13:45.
Student Life
Uniform is mandatory for all students. Kindergarten wear logo tops and stretchable trousers or shorts with black closed-toe shoes. Primary students wear blue button-down shirts with the logo and navy pants or knee-length skirts. Middle School students wear light blue polo shirts with navy pants or skirts. High School students wear white polo shirts with navy blue or black pants, with Grade 12 students designing their uniforms annually. PE and sports uniforms are also required.
A spacious cafeteria is available on campus.
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Wellbeing & Safety
Wellbeing is guided by the Cognita Be Well Charter across six pillars, promoting healthy food choices and regular physical activity. The school fosters social responsibility through partnerships such as the Sparkle Foundation and supports social-emotional development through leadership activities including Model United Nations and Student Council.
Safeguarding principles developed by Cognita's Safeguarding Specialist Team emphasise staff training, early identification of concerns, and empowering children to voice their thoughts. All adults working with the school are vetted, and staff are equipped to educate students about risk and respond appropriately to concerns.
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School Background
Part of the Cognita family of Schools.