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Salmiya Indian Model School

Kuwait, Salmiya

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KWD 490 - 1,500
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2011
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, Arabic, Hindi, French
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Salmiya Indian Model School (SIMS Kuwait) sits on a spacious campus in Salmiya and combines Indian CBSE schooling with international IGCSE options. The school teaches CBSE for Grades 1–12 and offers IGCSE for Grades 9–11, with a Kindergarten program to welcome younger learners. It is accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Examinations and Pearson Edexcel, providing internationally recognised pathways alongside the national Indian curriculum. SIMS draws students from more than 30 nationalities, creating a multicultural learning community that aligns with Kuwait's Ministry of Education standards. Facilities include smart classrooms, two computer laboratories (Junior and Senior), physics, chemistry, and biology laboratories, a well-stocked library, a language room, an art room, and an auditorium. On-site health services include a school clinic and a book store. Sports facilities feature a swimming pool and a football turf, complemented by a play area. English forms the core subject, with Arabic, Hindi, and French available as language options.

Salmiya Indian Model School, Block 12, Al Mugheera Bin Shuba Street, P.O. Box 8557, Salmiya 22056, Kuwait

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The Essentials

Salmiya Indian Model School has instruction in English.

Location
Salmiya Indian Model School is located in Salmiya, Kuwait, on Al Mugheera Bin Shuba Street (Block 12). The postal address is P.O. Box 8557, Salmiya, Kuwait 22056. The campus hosts a multicultural student community with representation from more than 30 nationalities.

Stages
Kindergarten (LKG/UKG) through Class 12. The school offers CBSE curriculum for Grades 1–12 and provides an IGCSE pathway for certain grades (9–11).

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school represents 30+ nationalities; expatriate students from diverse backgrounds participate in a multicultural campus.

Additional learning support
The school has a School Counselor to support students.

Country affiliation
Indian; CBSE curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel accreditation.

School day structure
School hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Students must report before 7:30 a.m. Late arrival between 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. is allowed only for genuine reasons and limited to three times per academic year.

Bus service
School bus routes are drawn up based on convenience and demand with dedicated bus stops. Changes require written permission from the transport in-charge. Students must be at bus stops at least five minutes before the scheduled arrival. Only allocated buses and stops may be used; no temporary changes. If a student misses the allotted bus, parents must arrange transport. The school is not responsible for safety before and after school hours.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Salmiya Indian Model School ranges from KWD 490 to KWD 1,500 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No separate application or registration fee is listed. The first tuition installment is payable at the time of admission for new students (or by the first-installment due date).

Tuition fees by year group (amounts in Kuwaiti Dinar, KD)
- KG — Yearly tuition: KD 490; installments: 1st KD 160, 2nd KD 160, 3rd KD 170.
- Classes I to IV — Yearly tuition: KD 615; installments: 1st KD 205, 2nd KD 205, 3rd KD 205.
- Classes V to VIII — Yearly tuition: KD 745; installments: 1st KD 245, 2nd KD 245, 3rd KD 255.
- Classes IX to XII (CBSE) — Yearly tuition: KD 960; installments: 1st KD 320, 2nd KD 320, 3rd KD 320.
- Classes IX to XI (IGCSE) — Yearly tuition: KD 1,410; installments: 1st KD 470, 2nd KD 470, 3rd KD 470.
- Classes XI to XII (Pearson) — Yearly tuition: KD 1,500; installments: 1st KD 500, 2nd KD 500, 3rd KD 500.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Installment due dates and term coverage:
- 1st Installment: On or before 10 April (covers April to June).
- 2nd Installment: On or before 10 September (covers September to November).
- 3rd Installment: On or before 10 December (covers December to March).
- New-student rule: the first installment is payable at the time of admission (for new students) or by the 1st-installment due date.
- Mid-term admission/withdrawal: full term fee is charged for admissions occurring in the middle of a term and full term fee is also charged if a child is withdrawn during the middle of a term. Clearance of all due fees is required before issue of a Transfer Certificate.

Boarding fees
- No boarding facility or boarding fees are listed; boarding is not applicable.

Other costs and fees
- School transport (yearly): two published yearly rates depending on route/zone:
- KD 200 per year, shown as (KD 60 + KD 60 + KD 80) in the instalment breakdown.
- KD 230 per year, shown as (KD 70 + KD 70 + KD 90) in the instalment breakdown.
The transport list covers multiple areas (Salmiya, Rumaithiya, Jabriya, Maidan Hawally, Sharq-City, Khaitan, Salwa, Hawally, Farwaniya, Reggae, Abu-Halifa, Mahboula, Fintas, Fahaheel, Mangaf, Sabah Al-Salem).
- Uniforms, exam fees, laboratory fees, activity fees, security deposits, or other recurring/one-off charges are not specified in the published fee schedule. Any such additional costs are treated separately from the tuition and transport figures above.

Refund information
- Once admission is taken, fees paid will not be refunded.
- Full term fee will be charged for mid-term admissions and for withdrawals during a term; transfer documentation will not be released until outstanding fees are cleared.

Fee payment options
- Specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, cash, parent-portal app or other channels) are not specified in the published fee schedule. Parents should follow the school's billing instructions when completing each installment.
Academics

Salmiya Indian Model School teaches CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE.

Curriculum
The school teaches CBSE syllabus for Grades 1-12; the IGCSE syllabus for Grades 9-11; Kindergarten program.

Student Teacher Ratio
The school has a teacher-student ratio of 1:4.

Exam Results
Class X: 2026: 34 registered, 34 passed (100%); 2025: 45 registered, 45 passed (100%); 2024: 32 registered, 32 passed (100%). Class XII: 2026: 20 registered, 19 passed (99%); 2024: 11 registered, 11 passed (100%).
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Parent Experience
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Register your ward's name. This starts the admission process at Salmiya Indian Model School. The school describes registration as the initial step in the sequence for admission. After registration, the applicant proceeds to the admission test. 2. Admission Test. The student takes an admission test as part of the selection process. The results help determine suitability for admission. The test is followed by an interview with a respective panel. 3. Interview with respective panel for the selection process. The panel conducts the interview as part of the selection process. The interview assesses the applicant's suitability for admission. The final decision is influenced by the interview. 4. Interaction with the Principal. The principal interacts with the candidate as part of the admission process. This interaction provides an opportunity for deeper discussion about the applicant. The interaction contributes to the overall evaluation of the candidate. 5. Admission file will be issued to the selected candidates. The selected candidates receive the admission file. The file contains information on next steps and required actions. 6. Submission of files within 5–8 working days. The admission file must be submitted within 5–8 working days. Delays may affect admission status. 7. Fee payment. After admission is confirmed, fee payment is required. Payment should be completed according to the instructions in the admission file. 8. Required Documents for Admission. The following documents are required for admission: The student to be admitted; Four passport-size photographs and one stamp-size photograph of the student; Photocopy of the student's passport; Photocopy of the father's passport; Copy of the birth certificate; Transfer Certificate and Progress Report from the previous school; Immunisation records; Copy of the student's Civil ID; Copy of the parent's Civil ID; No Due Certificate (for transfers between schools in Kuwait); Student Health File (Health Card). Ensure that all documents are complete and submitted within the stipulated timeframe to avoid delays.
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