The English School
URN: 132558 • Kuwait
Overview
- Name
- The English School
- URN
- 132558
- Type
- British schools overseas
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Peterson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 96522271385
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Po Box 379, Kuwait
Summary
The English School of Kuwait, founded in 1953, is a not-for-profit British school that serves the English-speaking community. With an enrolment of 710 students from 47 nationalities, the school prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. The curriculum closely follows the National Curriculum for England, ensuring that pupils receive a high-quality education delivered by qualified and experienced staff.
At TES, the core values of positivity, respect, integrity, confidence, and empathy are integral to the school ethos. The nurturing atmosphere encourages students to engage fully in school life, participate in various activities, and strive for personal excellence. The school offers a robust pastoral care system, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met.
The facilities at The English School support a comprehensive educational experience, featuring a performing arts centre, science labs, ICT labs, and a swimming pool. The school community is actively involved in creating a positive learning environment, with parents expressing high levels of satisfaction regarding their children's happiness and academic achievements.
At TES, the core values of positivity, respect, integrity, confidence, and empathy are integral to the school ethos. The nurturing atmosphere encourages students to engage fully in school life, participate in various activities, and strive for personal excellence. The school offers a robust pastoral care system, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met.
The facilities at The English School support a comprehensive educational experience, featuring a performing arts centre, science labs, ICT labs, and a swimming pool. The school community is actively involved in creating a positive learning environment, with parents expressing high levels of satisfaction regarding their children's happiness and academic achievements.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions FAQ (other)
- Vision, Philosophy, Aim and Values (other)
- History (other)
- Policies (other)
- Headteacher’s Welcome (other)
- Student’s Welcome (other)
Nearby alternatives
- New English School (45.2)
- English Primary Group (Salmiya School) (43.7)
- English Primary Group (Salwa School) (43.7)
- Gulf British Academy Kuwait (39.2)
Key details
- LA
- Does not apply
- Age range
- 3 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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