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One of the Makassed Association Schools, MAS is a private school that aims at being an attractive and impactful educational institution that provides a healthy, safe, and interactive environment for all its learners. We offer a balanced curriculum with a focus on Islamic values and character education, 21st-century skills, STEAM, and coding. We believe that learners at a very young age possess significant abilities and high levels of creativity and that it is our role to facilitate their development and provide enriching and eye-opening experiences so that they gain the best out of those essential early years. We lend utmost importance to developing emotional intelligence and mental health so that our learners grow to be resilient, confident, and open-minded global citizens who are aware of their role in their own country and the world, and can demonstrate responsibility and respect towards themselves and others. Our small class sizes and low adult-to-learner ratio allows us to provide individualized and differentiated instruction and care, and cater to the different learning styles and developmental needs of our learners. At MAS, education is not about or for life, education is life. Makassed Aramoun School aims at being one of the attractive, creative, and distinguished Lebanese schools that provides an interactive, stimulating, and healthy environment, and an advanced level of education and learning experiences for its learners. MAS is a private school committed to empowering young learners to become: responsible global citizens who are aware of new technology and capable of using its tools safely and productively positive critical thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and above all, believers in their potential and their impact on their community, with a healthy, balanced self-image, and a joyful stance to continuous learning that would enable them to pursue further education and careers successfully in an increasingly complex world. At MAS we aim to Adhere to Makassed philosophy, values, and overall goals. Enable learners to achieve their utmost developmental potential in all areas: cognitive, physical, emotional, psychological, and social. Facilitate learning through active, learner-centered, and project-based activities that cater to various learning styles and interests. Apply programs that develop 21st-century skills and up-to-date STEAM, ICT, and coding skills essential for the university and professional markets of the future. Use data-driven decision-making to enhance operations and develop programs. Develop digital citizenship and raise awareness regarding the responsible use of technology. Empower parents in this fast-changing, turbulent world through open communication, continued support, and involvement in school life to enhance their parenting skills and provide them with tools to supervise, guide, and raise their children positively and actively. Add value to the larger Makassed community through attracting and retaining professional talents, participating in and contributing to internal and external professional development programs and initiatives, and actively engaging in all continuous development projects. Add value to the regional community through actively engaging with like-minded educational bodies, outreach projects, and dynamic communication, and creating an active learning hub in the areas of Islamic Education, robotics, coding, creative arts, and soft skills. View full school

Since its founding eighty-five years ago, OBK has been preparing students with an education for a lifetime, educating them to become remarkable figures in the future, men and women of conscience, competence, and compassion. OBK seeks to prepare a well-balanced citizen who can contribute to the development of his society, is ready to keep up to date with the requirement of modern life in all aspects, and can form strong and enduring relationships with others. It strives to prepare an enlightened Makassedi generation who is faithful to the great values of Islam, who believes in nation-building, who responds positively to every new challenge, and who is loyal to our mother association "Al Makassed". To achieve this goal, OBK implements Makassed curricula that cover the learning objectives set by The Directorate of Educational Affairs at Al-Makassed Philanthropic Islamic Association, harmonized with those set by The Lebanese Ministry of Education. Our programs promote the spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social growth of every student. They enable our learners to explore their passions at very high levels with peers who share the same interests. At OBK, we also aim to cultivate in our students not only important skills like problem-solving, analysis, and creative and critical thinking, but also we want them to live a life of honor, respect, dignity, and kindness. We also offer several extra-curricular activities. We want the OBKs to attain outstanding academic results and personal confidence and self-belief to enable them to be successful individuals at every stage of their lives. All of this is achieved in a healthy stimulating environment where students can grow into motivated and self-assured individuals with the dedication of our professional staff who is readily available and cares deeply about students, and the positive and effective participation of the local community and caring parents who we regard as essential partners in the educational endeavor. Al-Makassed Omar Bin Al-Khattab College (OBKC) is one of the largest Beirut campuses of the Makassed Philanthropic Islamic Association of Beirut. OBKC was founded in 1931 in the heart of Tareek Jadeeda, a highly-populated area in the heart of Beirut. As a private, co-educational Lebanese Anglophone K-12 school, OBKC has dedicated its efforts since its beginning towards the fulfillment of the educational needs of the middle-class community under the supervision of the Directorate of Educational Affairs at Makassed Philanthropic Islamic Association. Every year, OBKC welcomes more than 1400 students of different backgrounds and from various areas of Lebanon in a safe, friendly and educational environment sustained by a professional staff of approximately 120 educators and administrators. Such curricula prepare the students to join the Lebanese Baccalaureate Program offered at OBKC in English only to students who pass Grade 9 official exams. In their first year in this program (Grade 10), students branch out into one of two tracks: General Sciences or Economics and Sociology. In their second year (Grade 11), the students branch out further into one of three Scientific tracks: Life Sciences, General Sciences, or Economics and Sociology. At the end of this program, all students are assessed by comprehensive exams set by the Ministry of Education. The quality of teaching and learning offered to OBKC students ensures that they are accepted at renowned local as well as foreign universities worldwide. Al-Makassed Omar Bin Al-Khattab College strives to provide a balanced and modern quality education based on and committed to moral, spiritual, and humane values and principles. The school helps equip its young learners with basic skills of scientific learning endowed with responsibility, critical thinking, self-monitoring, and readiness to adapt to the adamant changes of the now. Our sole objective is to meet the aspirations of young people and their individualistic, social as well as national needs. Al-Makassed Omar Bin Al-Khattab College aspires to provide balanced quality education within a rich academic environment that empowers learners to acquire scientific and tech-savvy skills while demonstrating their commitment to Islamic, national, as well as humanitarian core principles and values. Our learners are quite conscious of the pressing concerns of today’s world and the Arab culture, in specific, and readily adaptive to the rapid technological growth and advancement in today’s world. Our core values are central beliefs that are clearly understood and shared by every member of the Al-Makassed Omar Bin Al-Khattab College community. They are woven into every academic and extra-curricular activity. Compassion Integrity Respect Citizenship Innovation Responsibility Perseverance Cooperation An OBKC learner understands the circumstances and viewpoints of others, empathizes with others, develops the capacity to forgive others and one’s self celebrates the contributions of others, and promotes a peaceful, caring, and safe community. An OBKC learner stands up for what he or she believes, is honest with him- or herself and others demonstrates fairness in his or her judgments and actions, and fulfills commitments and promises. An OBKC learner honors self and others through words and actions, values all members of the school community, display good manners at all times, displays tolerance of others with different points of view and beliefs, and shows respect for the school buildings, facilities, and surrounding environment. An OBKC learner makes good decisions and choices positively use his or her energy, follows the rules of the family, school, and community, and cooperates with others to improve the environment. OBKC learner values and nurtures curiosity, imagination, creativity, experimentation, and perseverance when faced with challenges, is highly motivated and views collaboration as an opportunity to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT). An OBKC learner is reliable and trustworthy, takes ownership of our behavior as individuals, dares to think and act independently, and demonstrates the problem - solving and decision-making skills. An OBKC learner does his or her best and strives for excellence, sticks with an activity until it is finished, attempts to complete assignments even if they are challenging, is willing to make a continuing, patient effort, and becomes self-disciplined. An OBKC learner works together with others in their home life, community, and school, makes good decisions and choices, has positive relationships with family, teachers, and peers, understands that cooperation is a process, not a program, and helps bring out the BEST in all by working together. It is important to note that in our early education facility, our teachers know of the cultural supports for the language and literacy learning of our children and their families. There is nothing active like working with Cycle One children, which is like unwrapping a gift of seeds that are persistent to grow and develop physically, mentally, and emotionally. Cycle One at OBK College grades 1, 2, and 3. As our children grow and transition from one stage to another, we watch, praise, and celebrate their successes and guide their flaws. The days they spend among their friends in preschool and the sounds of their laughter as they blossom are engraved in our memories. Your middle school years are a trans-formative and spirited time of immense intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth. They are an exciting time as you become increasingly independent with your studies and begin to take more responsibility for your learning. Every day you have new challenges to face, new memories to cherish, and new obstacles to overcome. Cycle Three at OBK College grades 7, 8, and 9. This cycle serves the needs of 223 students. School days are divided into 7 periods separated by 2 recesses of 20 minutes each. The weekly timetable includes activity sessions such as sports and computers. In cycles III, we set high expectations for every student and work hard to meet them every day. The road to success - while worth every step - is long and there are times along the way when you need a “pick-me-up”. For some people, reading an inspirational book is enough motivation to strive for achieving their dreams. Others seek the guidance of a mentor, like a teacher, to spur their drive for success. No matter where your inspiration comes from, remember that seeking encouragement from external sources is a valid and natural part of the success process. Cycle Four at OBK College grades 10, 11, 12. This year we serve the needs of 152 students in this cycle. School days are divided into 7 periods separated by 2 recesses of 20 minutes each. The weekly timetable includes a variety of curricular and co-curricular subjects such as Arabic, English, sciences, math, religion, sports, social studies, and computers. View full school

Welcome to the International School of Choueifat – Choueifat. In our increasingly competitive world, a high-quality education gives students a wider choice and better chances in college and university as well as the skills and tools needed to succeed throughout their lives. The International School of Choueifat - Choueifat will be recognized as a provider of top-quality education to a highly diverse student body. It will prepare all students for success in college, equip them with the ability and desire for lifelong learning, and strengthen their civil, ethical, and moral values. ISC-Choueifat will maintain high standards of efficiency and accountability throughout its operation. At ISC-Choueifat, we consider the school as a dynamic production team. Administrators, teachers, and students are all contributors to this team. Knowledge and ideas are the product of the team effort. Since students are the ones who benefit most directly from the product, they should be most concerned that the product is of high quality. Everyone in a SABIS® Network school has a job to do everyone is accountable. Administrators, students, and staff "self-audit" to discover and correct errors. It is teamwork that allows every team member to reach heights that would be more difficult to reach individually. ISC-Choueifat provides top-quality education to children of different races, nationalities, and backgrounds. At ISC-Choueifat, we believe we can add more value to students to enable them to perform to the best of their abilities, be admitted to the most competitive universities, and be successful in their careers. The school develops students' academic competencies, learning techniques, interpersonal skills, and personalities in addition to instilling high ethical, moral, and civic values. The multicultural setting of the school helps students develop a better understanding of world cultures. The curriculum implemented at ISC-Choueifat is specifically designed by SABIS® to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop a solid academic foundation. This foundation will help students achieve their full potential and develop a love of lifelong learning. All courses at ISC- Choueifat are structured. A system of academic tracking - the SABIS® AMS, a computerized method of detecting gaps in knowledge - allows the administration to closely follow the progress of each individual. Gaps are pinpointed as soon as they form, and efforts are focused on eliminating them. Valuable time is saved and a gap-free, cohesive structure of knowledge is built in students' minds. Emphasizing a well-balanced body of knowledge, skills, and experiences, the curriculum at ISC-Choueifat specifies daily learning goals at all grade levels. In an atmosphere that fosters the development of a lifelong love of learning, students are shown how to study and given the support, they need to develop a solid academic foundation. Starting at Grade 4, our courses specify a minimum number of "units of information" that students need to learn. This minimum includes the simple concepts tested by the SABIS® AMS, as well as Basic Questions which test the material that "everyone should know." In addition to this, ISC-Choueifat courses include extended material for more able students. The comprehensive SABIS® curriculum allows ISC-Choueifat students to achieve more with less effort. Each year, graduates from SABIS® Network schools around the world gain entry to highly competitive universities in the U.K., U.S.A., Canada, Europe, Australia, and the Middle and the Far East. SABIS® Network schools pride themselves on the performance of their students at the most prestigious universities in the world including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Stanford to name a few. The story of the International School of Choueifat is a story of dedication, vision, and ambition. It is the story of a succession of individuals and their devotion to institutions. Only a century ago most girls, in what is now modern Lebanon, were not able to read and write, and educating them was frowned upon by society in general. In the early 1880s, Tanios Saad, a dynamic teacher, met Louisa Procter, an outspoken Irish lady. When they met, she was working with the village women in the Choueifat area teaching them how to look after their children. Tanios persuaded Ms. Procter that what women needed was a basic education. Today, ISC-Choueifat has an enrollment of more than 1600 students in KG1 to Grade 12. ISC-Choueifat is a member of the global SABIS® Network. For over 130 years, schools in the SABIS® Network have been preparing students with the knowledge and skills required to help them achieve success in a changing world. View full school

"Education is a shared commitment between dedicated teachers, motivated students, and enthusiastic parents with high expectations." Our mission and vision are implemented into practice through strategic guidance and preparation. Values and codes of ethics are instilled into our education system through curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities that mold the individualistic character of our pupils, rendering them lifelong learners ready for global challenges. Our commitment to our mission is the bedrock for our success. since student empowerment can only be achieved through the mastering of diverse competencies that arm learners with the necessary skills to confront challenges that may hinder their potentials, we, at NESN, have merged the Lebanese and the American curriculum to provide our students with better opportunities to tackle university entrance exams. Standardized tests such as TOFEL, S.A.T., and MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) have been integrated into our curriculum to trigger students' critical thinking abilities and facilitate their process in higher education. "Actions speak louder than words". This is our aspiration for the present and the future. With your collaboration and our commitment, we hope to exceed our potentials and our mutual goals. All children are unique individuals and all can learn. We can develop within each student the desire to know, the tools to seek, and the ability to find, understand and use information strong communication between home and school forms the basis for the caring, nurturing, family atmosphere that is essential to our school. This atmosphere promotes excellence in teaching that results in high academic achievement and an environment that challenges learns and nurtures individual talents. Our primary aim is to encourage each student to be self-confident, inquiring, and tolerant, with an independent mind, and to be an individual who respects the difference of others. Our school has a well-equipped and furnished audio-video room. The main purpose of having this facility for students is the fact that whatever is seen by our eyes is retained by the brain more effectively than just reading or listening to it. Teach kids to respect others, start a dialogue, experiment with material, observe, find their voice, self-evaluate make connections, express themselves, learn from their mistakes, clean up, reflect on their work, embrace diversity, persevere, have an opinion. Appreciate beauty, break away from the stereotype, see another point and innovate. From Grade 1 to 6, we urge our students to think big, dream high, and work hard to turn their dreams into reality. School is not just a building where students read and write. The definition of the word "SCHOOL" is more of a concept. It is the eager staff that interacts together and is committed to the concept of SCHOOL to educate students to their highest level of ability. Our purpose has been to help you grow into intelligent, compassionate, and responsible citizens. The National Evangelical School in Nabatieh started its academic mission in 1925 under the supervision of the American Commissionary by the name of "American School for Girls in Nabatieh."It was composed of one rented room that included a few students who were learning the principles of reading, writing, calculating, in addition to the English language and arts. The school's supervisor, Lewis Loe, had stayed till 1935 when the school moved to a new rented building. Built the third floor in the dorm, in addition to enlarging the dining room. Then, built a three-floor building the first one was for children, and the other was for the boys in the boarding department. Expanded the playgrounds and bought new land that fit with the continuous prosperity of the school. And put in charge specialized teachers for teaching at all levels. Since 1975, N.E.S.N. is a mixed school in all its stages. Mr. Boutrus was transferred to Saida in 1975 for managing the Evangelical School of art, and Mr. Munther Antoun was assigned as principal in the school in Nabatieh. In this period the security circumstances became worse in Nabatieh. As a result, the school couldn't continue teaching. So the school's administration decided to wait for the end of Art's school in Saida to be used in summer 1977 to complete the year, and the lessons of the year 1978 - 1979 were hung up. During the first invasion of South Lebanon in 1978, the school was bombarded again, and most of the people in the city emigrated. The close continued until 1982 when NESN reopened the elementary part. And it began to add one class each year till it reached the second secondary class. But it couldn't open the third-second class because of the absence of qualified teachers and the difficulty of bringing them to Nabatieh for the lack of security. Later, in 1999-2000, the school opened its third secondary class - Life Science - and saved its student's transformation to other schools. NESN has proved a great success so far. View full school

The National American School was first launched in the academic year 2000-2001 by visionary people who saw the benefit of a new secular school in Zahle that accommodates students searching for a unique and untraditional education. N.A.S. is a leading educational institution that has carved a niche for itself among other schools in the area. Located in the middle of the Bekaa Valley on the outskirts of Zahle, it caters to students from Nursery to Grade 12 in both the Lebanese and American curricula. Instruction for both programs is in English. Its location has enabled it to have students from all surrounding villages spreading from the north to the south of the valley. The well-organized and thoroughly studied curriculum of the N.A.S. and the dedication of its faculty members have enabled its students to harvest amazing results in the Lebanese official exams as well as in the SATs and university entrance exams. The Lebanese have been sailing the seas for centuries but most often they come back to their homeland to plant new roots and establish relationships with their homeland and original community. Hence, the application of the American System Program in the school. This program allows students with foreign nationalities to learn an atmosphere similar to the one they came from and yet maintain a sense of discipline and ethnicity. We believe the school’s motto: For a Better Tomorrow, Today has been well served and implemented. We work together to provide our students: The best possible start in life. A good quality education. The best opportunity to develop his/her full potential and contribute to society in a meaningful way. The diligence and dedication of very qualified and experienced teachers and administrators have expeditiously made NAS a leading educational institute in both the Lebanese Program as well as the International. Our Core Values are: A student is an individual worthy of our care and attention. Education is a powerful weapon that should be used to change the world. The International Program (American System) is taught in English and using international textbooks. The students registered are generally from Lebanese families returning from abroad or from non-Lebanese families working in Lebanon as well as students who have studied three consecutive years outside of Lebanon. The International Program, which occupies a separate department, leads to a High School Diploma with all students sitting for the SAT Reasoning Test. Every year, for our Graduation Ceremony, we have a new theme for our invitation card that is reflected in the platform we build for the event, where we try to send our students off into the world with a bit of educational splendor. The talented architect who has been helping us for the past few years suggested the theme “Let them fly away…”. The expression might carry negative annotations to the cynical in mind, but it also carries the most positive ones to the great-hearted. A school does not chain and bind but rather it sets free minds manacled by chaos and irresponsibility. A school is a place where students are trained to fly away for the first time. It is the place where they are taught to use their imagination to carry them to new places. It is also the place where the student first learns to be an independent intellectual, capable of great and rich feats. All that is the work of schools that set minds and souls free from the bondage of ignorance. Ignorance is the plague of our society today. Our young people’s interests nowadays are so trivial and redundant, making it easy for evil to creep into their impressionable and often ignorant immature minds, twisting all the goodness inside them to form horrible monstrous people capable of doing heinous crimes against their society and also against humanity. As educators, we strongly believe in the power of education. Education that opens minds and hearts to the value of human life, and the importance of accepting our fellow human beings, thus enriching our lives and existence. Helen Keller believes that “The greatest result of education is tolerance”. Socrates said, “There is only one good, knowledge, and only one evil, ignorance”. Let’s work towards the annihilation of evil and ignorance, and setting our students free, through the spreading of education and knowledge. View full school

St. Joseph School is a trilingual (Arabic, English, French) school it aims at developing the child's personality holistically and harmoniously allowing him/her to nurture his/her potentials for self-realization in an atmosphere of trust and self-confidence. It provides the proper context for acquiring religious, moral, and patriotic values, which will enable the child to become a truthful, faithful, lawful citizen, and an active member of society and religious community. The student population is varied and comes from different areas and social backgrounds. Saint Joseph School aims at accomplishing its mission through its commitment to the following educational qualities: Caring school community. Strong religious education program. Dedicated, stable, professional, and experienced faculty. Progressive curriculum and teaching strategies. Remedial and reinforcement programs. High level of parent involvement. Highly recognized academic excellence. The main objectives of the Preschool Division are to Help children acquire various foundational skills and positive attitudes toward learning, and to develop their abilities and talents. Provide a constructive and consistent learning experience that will build the children’s confidence, and encourage them to enjoy learning. The Preschool program builds a strong intellectual, physical and social foundation for the child’s future. Support children in all aspects of life within the Christian Education program. In KG.1, children learn, in alignment with the national curriculum and SJS standards, to communicate in English and French. Additionally, Arabic is taught once a week. The curriculum includes Christian Education, pre-Math, rhythmic, socialization, crafts, and field trips. The Nursery children perform a play at the end of the school year. In KG.2, children, equipped with the skills acquired in Nursery, become more autonomous and apt to participate in group work. The curriculum is supplemented by Math concepts and by the alphabet in Arabic, English, and French. In KG.3, children begin to read and write in Arabic, English, and French. Their communication skills are enhanced. They also master simple numbers and learn to add. Children participate in extra-curricular activities such as plays, Flag Day, field trips, Saint Joseph Feast Day, Lent and Easter events, the month of Saint Mary, charitable and humanitarian campaigns, morning assemblies. At the end of each school year, students harvest the product of their work by displaying it during “Vintage”. These activities aim to help the child become a caring, committed, and active member of the community. In Grade 1, children, in alignment with the national curriculum and SJS standards, improve their reading, writing, and oral communication skills in the three main languages (Arabic, English, and French) through activities, group work, and projects. The children's first initiation to Physical Education and Science classes takes place during the year. The curriculum also includes Christian Education, Mathematics, Civics, Computer, Arts, and Music. In Grade 2, emphasis is placed on enabling children to work independently, in pairs, and within a group. In Grade 3, children complement what they have learned in Grades 1 and 2. Children acquire the main competencies in the three languages, master all basic concepts in Mathematics, and think critically in Science. The educational environment is channeled towards a transition to the Upper Elementary Division they also celebrate their First Holy Communion in their respective parishes. Celebrations and various other activities prepare them for that event. In Grade 4, students learn, in alignment with the national curriculum and SJS standards, skills that guide them to work autonomously and cooperatively with others. In Grade 5, students follow the mapped curriculum, and a group learning dynamic is emphasized. In Grade 6, students acquire the skills and competencies required in Middle School. The curriculum at the Upper Elementary level includes the following subjects: Christian Education, Arabic, English, French, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies (Geography and Civics), Computer, Art, Theater, Music, and Physical Education. The teaching methodology is student-centered using various teaching strategies and styles to cater to diverse students’ needs and learning styles. These include pair work, group work, peer coaching, research papers, project-based assignments, and the use of advanced technology. The curriculum integrates the programs of the Counseling Department, Child Development, Nutrition Awareness, and Morning Assemblies to help the child grow spiritually, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. In Grade 7, the science material is divided, in alignment with the national curriculum and SJS standards, into three different areas with more emphasis placed on social studies. A module system is applied to help the students meet the academic requirements of the Middle School Division. In Grade 8, students follow the mapped curriculum as they are assisted to meet the requirements of adolescents’ intellectual and biological growth and the search for self-identity. In Grade 9, the last year of basic education, the final preparations for the official exams take place including the coverage of the subjects required by SJS standards. In the First Secondary class, faculty members use cooperative and interactive learning methods by the national curriculum and SJS standards. Students abiding by academic norms and standards engage in multidisciplinary research, public speaking, and term paper writing. Students are exposed to various science and humanities subjects and are oriented to select the best successive class. The choice between sciences or humanities is based on promotion requirements (academic abilities), as well as students’ talents and potentials. In the Second Secondary class, students gain an in-depth understanding of the acquired knowledge by actively participating in the learning process. In conformity with academic norms, students engage in scientific research, maquette building, and scientific term paper writing based on interactive lessons and experimental observation. Students acquire a more profound level of learning through analysis, synthesis, evaluation, and critical thinking. They are initiated during self-evaluation and orientation sessions to choose the most appropriate track for the final year. In the Third Secondary class, students are called forth to meet two important challenges first, pursuing education in college, and second, passing the official exam. They also grow into becoming actively involved in decisions related to their daily life and are directly prepared to embrace life outside the school as active members of society. View full school

Students who transfer into AIS from other schools, usually come with a negative self-image and a dislike for school in general. This is probably the result of bullying and negative competition from other students and sometimes the staff of the school. These toxic schools leave a permanent mark on the student and do more harm than good. At Access International School we make sure our staff is capable of nurturing the student, that they get to know them personally, and develop a healthy relationship with every student, without exception. This is why you can often hear parents and students comment about how much they love coming to school and how they miss their teachers and friends during holidays. While it is true that high academic performance is about gaining knowledge and passing tests, there is more to it. It is also about cultivating curiosity to inquire about life and to seek understanding. It takes a healthy heart to get a brain full of knowledge and at AIS we make sure both are taken care of. We offer the American program leading to a High School degree, which allows the student to enter university as a Freshman. We also offer the Lebanese system leading to a Baccalaureate degree, which allows the student to enter university as a Sophomore. All students study the same courses up through Grade 7, except Special Arabic for those with foreign passports. The Arabic language is important therefore we offer all the required courses from the Ministry of Education and encourage our students to develop and excel in the national language. Math, Science, History, English Language Arts, Music, and other courses are taught in English. We also teach the French language as a second language starting from Grade 1. Since we believe that each student should have the best opportunity to learn and grow, each class size is limited to not more than 15 students. We have a sophisticated computer network system that allows our teachers to access the best resources to enrich and complement the learning experience, but never to replace the nurture and interaction between teacher and student. View full school

“Choosing the road of Education is a difficult one but also a wonderful one. “While engaged in our scholastic pursuit towards excellence in all academic areas we recognize all the moral values in building Humanity and engage ourselves to act upon issues threatening our Human Family and hence our Earth Home.” All students at Kuwait National English School are members of an international community. They get to know each other and learn to respect each other. We aim to build their personalities, to broaden their minds, to increase their knowledge in all academic subjects, to prepare them, while they develop their knowledge, to be ready to tackle different issues: human, social, cultural and scientific, and environmental. In other words, we prepare our students to be fully responsible, develop intercultural understanding, and be internationally minded. We aim to develop their intellectual and cognitive skills as well as physical, social, and artistic skills but, we aim also to prepare our students to be fully responsible citizens, conscious not only of their rights but also of their duties as being part of the “Human Family” and to take care of our “Earth Home”. We aim to build a community, gathering people from different cultural backgrounds in which everyone recognizes our common humanity and destiny. Our students learn and understand that we are living in a fragile limited, interdependent world and which is in constant evolution. Students, who come to KNES, often go somewhere else to continue, their studies according to the activities of their parents. We have to take this factor into account for their further adaptation to be easier. In brief, we consider the following points as part of our mandate. To develop the respect of the fundamental values such as truth, trust, integrity, justice, respect for others, and respect for their well-being. To develop in each student verbal and written skills. Within the limits of the syllabus and the resources of the school, we try to develop the student’s intellectual, physical, and social abilities. To promote in each student a spirit of inquiry, analysis, and a sense of criticism so that, within the conflicting ideologies of our modern world and the plethora of information, they succeed in making up their own opinion. To try to give enthusiasm to students to study and to let them learn by themselves (to learn how to learn). To train students in experimental methods and observation: to look for information (facts), to investigate, and to explain. To make sure that body and mind are one, (a healthy mind works only with a healthy body). To make sure each student is aware of the fragility of our environment and practice responsible conservation. To instill in each student a sense of loyalty to his/her peers and the school. To educate students on the importance of social contribution, to prepare them to be useful members of the Global Community. In all activities, to encourage respect for the diversity of cultures within the school and the world in general, in a word to promote the spirit of tolerance and to promote the necessary spirit for co-operation in general, and peace. Kuwait National English School is a private co-educational non-profit making organization, offering classes from Charlotte Pre-School, KG up to the entrance to university with IGCSE, GCSE, GCE, and IAS, and IAL. Kuwait National English School follows the New National Curriculum from the UK and is an approved Centre of Examination since 1996 from the UK. The Early Years Department with its extension of Charlotte Preschool named after the late Patron of the Department has a lovely garden and a separate entrance and a covered separate safe playground. The school campus itself has also three large playgrounds with covered areas, a large theatre and a canteen for pupils and staff called Gourmet Corner, and a well-resourced Media Centre. We are proud of the comments made by all the Accreditation and Inspection Teams on the performance of the school and the efforts made on continuous improvements towards excellence. View full school

The very great Thomas Carlyle said, "Nothing builds self-confidence and self-esteem like accomplishments". In the next stage of our journey, i.e. the next five to ten years, we shall endeavor to build a strong management team, implement cutting-edge curriculum resources, and above all strive to emphasize passion towards the quality of our students’ learning experience. In our team, we shall endeavor to recruit exceptionally trained teachers who are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and experienced in differentiated teaching practice. Our school endeavors to create a learning community where the class leaders collaborate to create exciting learning opportunities they are committed to pastoral care and consistently play an active role in school life. As a small, family school this positive and personalized approach undertaken by our cohort of educationalists will encourage our students to develop a love of learning and a desire to excel in their fulfillment in the achievement of their academic potential. The English School for Girls follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales, commonly referred to as the British Curriculum. This is supplemented by lessons in the Arabic Language for all students and Islamic Studies for Islamic students. Through this curriculum, we aim to have all students make the most of their academic opportunities. Tests and IGCSE examinations are all externally set in Great Britain and students around the world all sit them on the same day. Tests are conducted in Literacy and Numeracy for Key Stages 1 and 2 and in English, Mathematics, and Science for Key Stage 3. They are internally marked by International Schools but there are very detailed and strict marking schemes issued by the examining board. Students are graded according to the National Curriculum level they achieve and these are reported to parents by the school as levels. In Years 10 and 11 students will take a range of subjects for IGCSE. These exams are externally marked and are graded on an A to G scale. Students who achieve 5 or more A to C passes are eligible to move to the next phase of their education. At ESG we will provide support in a caring, organized, and disciplined manner, encouraging each student to reach their full potential. Every child will have an equal opportunity to learn. We aim to promote amongst our students, the understanding and tolerance of any differences in ability, race, or culture. This we will achieve through a common code of moral conduct in which Islamic values are adhered to and respected. We will demonstrate, through a balanced curriculum that the academic, social, moral, personal and physical development of each student is of equal importance. Our curriculum and school philosophy aim to encourage full participation by all students. View full school

The vision for Cambridge English School is one of success, academic rigor, committed and professional staff, and above all a safe, forward-moving learning environment for students. We offer a quality, diverse, stimulating, and academically challenging education, through the medium of English preparing our pupils to become well-rounded, thoughtful, and successful future citizens. We encourage our pupils to become active, independent thinkers, who will thrive in an environment built on friendship, trust, good communication, and integrity. Our highly qualified staff will inspire our pupils to reach their full potential in a caring environment. We will foster in our pupils: responsibility, respect, and tolerance and we strive to ensure the social and personal development of each individual. "Students achieving their full potential as active thinkers and self-motivated, life-long learners within a supportive environment". A caring and supportive learning environment where every child matters and where each learner will be safe healthy and happy. Enjoy learning. Achieve success. Be able to contribute to their school and society. Be prepared for life in the 21st century. Education is a journey, from the moment our children are born they begin to learn and develop at an incredible rate. In the 3 years before they start school, they learn to walk, talk, eat, and a multitude of other skills and knowledge. When your child joins us we will work with you to ensure the very best education and the richest experiences for them. Our simple vision is that we will strive relentlessly to ensure that Cambridge English Schools will be among the very best schools in Kuwait. In turn, we want every child to be the very best they can be, and we expect the same from ourselves. We will always be aspirational and aim for the very highest standards, looking to constantly improve and develop. We are excited to be on this journey of excellence and welcome you along with us, parent engagement and support will be a key factor in our continuing success, working in partnership will ensure the very best outcomes for our students and our school. View full school

The American Creativity Academy is a private school that delivers a standards-based American curriculum within an environment in which Islamic values are respected and practiced. The school is dedicated to preparing students for university success. The American Creativity Academy (ACA) was founded in 1997 by a group of visionaries who wanted to establish a school in Kuwait which offered a unique blend of an American curriculum while respecting and practicing local values. We are fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. We were authorized to offer the IBDP in 2008. ACA is a growing and mixed physical entity. ACA operates on two separate campuses minutes apart by car in the suburb of Hawalli. Our student population is 100 % English Language Learners (ELL). The majority of our students have been born in Kuwait. Most of our students are Arab nationals and Arabic is their first spoken language. The students are expected to master both English and Arabic languages simultaneously. Our students are dedicated to the success and work hard towards achieving excellence. We are a college preparatory school and one hundred percent of our graduates are college-bound and attend universities around the world. The curriculum is American standards-based from KG to grade 12. We offer an Enrichment Program in grades 2 to 8 and an Honors Program in grades 9 and 10. Students entering grade 11 may choose to participate in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program or continue with the regular standards-based American education. Our school community consists of over 3,500 students and 350 staff members. Our students have achieved excellent results in sports, Ministry of Education competitions, interscholastic conferences, community activities, and overall academic success. We are a college preparatory school and have had 100% of our graduates attend universities around the world. The school year runs from September to June and has a minimum instructional period of 172 days divided into two semesters. A curriculum that is “standards-based” indicates specific criteria that define what students are expected to learn and be able to perform, and usually includes both content standards and performance standards. At ACA, the curriculum is always reviewed and revised. Each academic year, one subject area is subject to intense evaluation. Groups of specialized teachers and administrators work on updating the current curriculum in the selected subject, as well as the associated resources. By the end of the school year, there will be an updated curriculum for the particular subject. The other subjects are also under general review, to assess the need for development. By the end of each academic year, the curriculum can be modified using the information gathered. In September 2012, ACA purchased the Atlas software, which is used as a curriculum mapping tool. The software facilitates curriculum management to allow teachers more time in the classroom. Using this software allows the teachers to keep continuity in the students’ records for future reference. ACA has achieved full implementation of Atlas across all core and non-core subjects. The curriculum at ACA is alive, developing, and in continuous change. There is no time where we will have a perfect curriculum. By initiating reviews, the school will not wait for an external change to make modifications to the curriculum, on the contrary, the school updates the curriculum by looking at the changes around the world and technology. View full school

Al-Noor Bilingual School, where we are committed to providing the best holistic, bilingual education delivering modern teaching and learning practices, within a caring and safe Islamic environment. We are now opening for classes from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 7 in September 2017 insha’Allah, in a wonderful purpose-built building with fantastic facilities. Al-Noor Bilingual School aspires to be the leading bilingual school in Kuwait offering a quality educational foundation as preparation for lifelong learning and Higher Education. Our aim is for our students to graduate as Muslim professionals and committed citizens who are creative, confident, ethical, and responsible ambassadors of their cultural and Islamic heritage, within local and international communities. These aims are simply described in our motto: “Believe, Engage and Achieve” We are unique in developing a rich, customized, school program of learning, delivered by our international Muslim faculty, who use the latest technology and Islamically and culturally appropriate resources for our Muslim students living in Kuwait. We have an integrated subject approach, with meaningful themes that students can relate to, actively explore in-depth and make connections between subjects that capture their interest - resulting in a greater understanding of content and acquisition of skills. Our after-school program, which is also open to the community, offers the opportunity for children to enjoy recreational activities, participate in community activities and develop talents. Our integrated curriculum is based on the US Common Core Standards for English, Maths, Science and Social Studies, alongside the Kuwait Ministry of Education’s program for Qur'an, Islamic, Arabic, and Arabic Social Studies, a school-developed ‘Al-Noor Character Education’ program and skills and talents related to our Islamic heritage. We believe that for children to be good Muslims they have to grow up in an environment that models the ‘Sunnah’ in Islamic values and practices and our faculty strive to uphold and model this. We are also welcoming parents to a monthly Halaqa, related to the current Islamic value being studied by students. This quality educational foundation is preparation for lifelong learning and Higher Education. Our aim is for our students to graduate as Muslim professionals and committed citizens who are creative, confident, ethical, and responsible ambassadors of their cultural and Islamic heritage, within local and international communities. View full school