Schools in Kuwait for expat children

Private schools, fees and admission.

Kuwait3 min readLast updated 29 Oct 2026Fact-checked 29 Oct 2026

In short

Expat children attend private schools (British, American, Indian, Pakistani, Arabic). Fees range widely. Ministry of Education regulates fees.

Fees
KWD 600–6,000/yr
Year start
September
Areas
Salmiya, Hawally, Jabriya
Regulator
MOE

Step by step

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Documents checklist

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Do’s and don’ts

Do

  • Apply early

Don’t

  • Don’t forget attestation

Cost estimator

Your estimateKWD 200 – 500

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Watch out

  • Certificates from abroad need Ministry equivalency.

Common questions

Are there IB schools?

Yes, a few in Kuwait City areas.

Background and more detail

Expat children attend private schools (British, American, Indian, Pakistani, Arabic). Fees range widely. Ministry of Education regulates fees.

Key facts

  • Fees: KWD 600–6,000/yr
  • Year start: September
  • Areas: Salmiya, Hawally, Jabriya
  • Regulator: MOE

Steps

  1. Shortlist
  2. Apply and assess
  3. Enrol

Watch out

  • Certificates from abroad need Ministry equivalency.

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