American International School Kuwait
International School in Kuwait City
Quick answer
American International School Kuwait (AIS Kuwait) serves 2,956 students from 50 nationalities aged 4 to 18, making it among the largest international schools in the Gulf. The school combines an American curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme at upper school, accredited by IBO, MSA-CESS and ECIS. Tuition $2,650-$4,531 per year — exceptional value for a multi-accredited international, suiting Kuwaiti and regional expat families seeking American-track education.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American taught at American International School Kuwait.
- Tuition: $2,650–$4,531/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 25) Kuwait City international school · 2,956 students total.
- 50 nationalities top: Diverse student body consisting of sixty percent Kuwaitis, twenty five percent other Arabs and the balance of students from North America to other parts of Asia..
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 school day starts at 7:00am.
- Accreditations: IBO, MSA-CESS, ECIS verified.
2,956
50 (Diverse student body consisting of sixty percent Kuwaitis, twenty five percent other Arabs and the balance of students from North America to other parts of Asia.)
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
IBO, MSA-CESS, ECIS
About American International School Kuwait
The American International School Kuwait is a private, independent , co-educational day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. English is the primary language of instruction although all students study Arabic or Arabic as a Foreign Language. It is an International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) Continuum School that is fully authorized for the IB Diploma (IBD), Middle Years (MYP) and Primary Years (PYP) programmes. The school is modeled on the three divisions typical of American schooling: Elementary, Middle and High School. AIS is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA).
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $2,650 – $4,531 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dinar 2650-Dinar 4531 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $4,641(+29%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $6,141 |
| Cost position in Kuwait City | 85th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, American
IB Diploma
Average IB Score is 32
French and Arabic
unknown
AIS has no special needs programs.
Yes
7:00am – 3:00pm
Culturally diverse food served in a shaded open air facility.
All food and lunch meals served at school are healthy and halal.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Kuwait City
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Diverse student body consisting of sixty percent Kuwaitis, twenty five percent other Arabs and the balance of students from North America to other parts of Asia.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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