The American School of Kuwait

The American School of Kuwait was established over fifty years ago when a group of American parents came together and selected a Board of Trustees for the purpose of establishing an international school patterned authentically after the American school model. ASK’s story tells a rich history of perseverance, strong leadership, and the dedication from all members of the organization, past, and present, towards the goal of giving our students the highest standards of American education in Kuwait.

In September 1964, the American School of Kuwait welcomed its seventy-five students and began its first official term under the name of the “International School of Kuwait” in a large villa in the Dasman Area of Sharq. A full curriculum for all grades, including kindergarten and all through twelfth grade was created. These initial students came from several different countries including the United States and Kuwait. The school’s original faculty consisted of sixteen full-time teachers and three part-time teachers.

The American School of Kuwait has truly come a long way since it was first established. ASK prides itself on offering the best in American curriculum and instruction in the State of Kuwait. The reason for the school’s success is a testament to its strong governance and dedicated administration and teachers throughout the years who have collectively contributed to the school’s development. The successes and accomplishments achieved by the American School of Kuwait can be seen in the successful graduates that have come from our school on an annual basis.

The American School of Kuwait inspires life-long learners empowered to excel in American Higher Education and the global community as innovative, compassionate citizens.

We Believe that

• A partnership among families, teachers, and students is essential for successful learning.
• Successful students require a safe, supportive, and rigorous learning environment.
• Learning empowers the individual by expanding opportunities as global citizens.
• Students’ active engagement and critical reflection in their own learning is a key to their ongoing success.
• Diversity and inclusiveness are essential within our school community.
• An enriching school experience encourages independent thinking, fosters self-esteem, and builds self-confidence.
• Education encompasses the development of the whole individual.