Gulf English School is a EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) / British Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge International AS Levels / Cambridge A Levels school in Kuwait City, Kuwait. Founded in 1980. Annual tuition ranges from $5,499 to $10,345 USD.
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Gulf English School is a private British international co-educational day school in Salmiya, Kuwait City, serving students aged 3 to 18 from Pre-KG through Year 13. Founded in 1980, it delivers the English National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level pathways and holds British School Overseas (BSO) accreditation. The school features a 25-metre indoor heated swimming pool, science and computer laboratories, a drama studio and a four-house system, with co-curricular highlights including Model United Nations, Robotics Club and the Young Shakespeare Company.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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Gulf English School is a long-established British international school in Kuwait City offering EYFS through A Levels. It holds British School Overseas (BSO) accreditation and BSME membership, participates in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, and operates a four-house system promoting character and leadership. The campus features a 25-metre indoor heated swimming pool, science labs, drama studio and three ICT suites. Co-curricular highlights include Model United Nations, Robotics Club and the Young Shakespeare Company.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Years 3-6 | KWD 9,051 |
| Years 7-11 | KWD 10,345 |
| Pre-KG & KG1 | KWD 5,499 |
| AS & A2 Levels | KWD 12,652 |
| Reception - Year 2 | KWD 8,083 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: KWD 1,692 - 3,183.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit the application form from the school or GES website. 2) Book an entrance test appointment. 3) After approval, receive an approval letter to submit to the previous school for transferring documents. 4) If no previous school, attend a governmental clinic to create a health file. 5) Reserve a place by paying a non-refundable KWD 100 deposit. 6) Meet age requirements by September 15 cut-off dates. 7) Submit required documents including photos, birth certificate, civil IDs, passports, residency page, academic reports, reference form, transfer certificate, fees clearance, and health card. 8) Email completed admission form to [email protected]. 9) Registration Department contacts applicants to schedule interview/test. 10) Complete enrolment form.
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School Day
Sunday to Thursday, 7:10 AM to 2:30 PM.
Student Life
GES has four houses: London Lions, Edinburgh Eagles, Cardiff Cheetahs and Belfast Bears. Students earn house points in lessons and activities toward a House Champion award.
All students are required to wear the official Gulf English School uniform, available from the school uniform shop. A school jacket is the only outerwear permitted to and from school.
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Wellbeing & Safety
Counselling and safeguarding services provide confidential support for social, emotional and mental health concerns from qualified professionals. The PSHE Programme includes mental health awareness and coping strategies. The School Clinic provides health checks and health-related education, coordinating with the Ministry of Health. The School Representative Committee fosters student leadership and belonging.
GES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children. A Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (including an Arabic version) guides practice. Counselling and safeguarding services provide confidential support. The school coordinates with health authorities and maintains policies to protect students' physical and emotional safety.
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School Background
GES is part of A'Tafawuq for Educational Services (TES). The Governing Board provides strategic oversight and is composed of senior members of the holding company and representatives of the proprietor family, including Ms. Farah Al Wazzan, Mr. Fahad Al Wazzan, and Dia. TES centralizes key functions such as HR, finance, marketing, IT, procurement and legal.