Gulf English School
International School in Kuwait City
Quick answer
Gulf English School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 70 nationalities. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. Tuition of $1,692–$3,893/year is in line with Kuwait City averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $1,692–$3,893/yr published annual range.
- 70 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 7:45.
2,200
70
Rolling
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Gulf English School
Gulf English School provides the highest standards of British Education within an Arabic culture and international environment.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $1,692 – $3,893 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dinar 1692-Dinar 3893 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $3,843(+38%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $5,343 |
| Cost position in Kuwait City | 59th percentile(above average) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
Arabic, French
GES provides extra support classes for students who need extra help in Reading, English, and Math. Children who require additional support in English or who have special education needs are taught in the classroom or in small groups and by GES' team of learning support teachers and assistants.
Study Support Program
Yes
7:45 – Pre KG: 12:00 KG and Reception: 13:10 Year 1 to Year 6: 14:10 Year 7- Year 12: 14:15
School canteen offering a wide range of food and drink
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
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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