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Universal Civilizations Academy School

Kuwait, Kuwait City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 772
Type Co-educational
Opened 1994
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English, French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Universal Civilizations Academy School in Hawalli, Kuwait, offers a bilingual American-based program for students from Pre-KG through Grade 12. Established in 1994, the school emphasizes English-Arabic proficiency while honoring Arab culture. It serves 772 students in a 7:00 am–3:00 pm day, and follows a curriculum combining American approaches with Islamic studies, including Islamic History in Grade 12. The high school program includes Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics and Mathematics, with English Language taught across Grades 9–12. The school aims to prepare students for higher education worldwide. Facilities include administration offices, two science laboratories, two computer laboratories, a library and art section, a theater, and well‑equipped classrooms; the library is bilingual. The building is approved by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Education, and AdvancED accreditation has been applied for. Active parental involvement is encouraged through a Parents Council, and the campus supports a safe environment and diverse cultural activities for students and families.

Universal Civilization Academy School, Al Nugra, Qutayba Street, behind North Complex, Hawalli, Kuwait

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The Essentials

Universal Civilizations Academy School has 772 pupils, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Universal Civilizations Academy School is on Al Nugra Qutayba Street Behind North Complex in Hawalli, Kuwait. The Hawalli location places the campus in the Hawalli Governorate. The school can be contacted at +965-22639681 and +965-22630394, and by email at admin@uca.edu.kw. The street address is on Qutayba Street behind North Complex, Kuwait - Hawalli.

Stages
Pre-K to Grade 12, encompassing Kindergarten/Pre-K, KG & Elementary, Middle School, and High School.

Additional learning support
The school provides support for all students, including those with learning disabilities.

Country affiliation
Kuwait.

School day structure
Kindergarten/Pre-K runs 7:30 AM–1:00 PM; Primary (Grade 1–5) runs 7:30 AM–2:00 PM; High school (6–12) runs until 2:00 PM (not including after-school classes). Office hours are 7:15 AM–3:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday and Saturday.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application / Enrollment fees
- Entrance test fee: KWD 10 (non‑refundable).
- Registration (seat reservation) fee: KWD 100, non‑refundable/irrevocable.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a public, itemized tuition schedule by grade or by term for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) in its published registration or parent handbook documents. No specific per‑term or per‑year tuition figures are available in the school's publicly posted registration policy or parents' handbook.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual tuition is required to be paid in accordance with the school's billing procedures; unpaid tuition may prevent re‑registration for the next academic year. The accounts office handles tuition payments during posted office hours.
- Transport service fee is payable upon enrollment.

Boarding fees
- The school operates as a day school; there is no published boarding provision or boarding fee.

Other compulsory or commonly required costs
- Transportation: a one‑time transport service fee of KWD 280 payable at enrollment (amount published in the parent handbook).
- Uniforms: school uniform is compulsory; all uniform items are sold through the school uniform store (costs not itemized).
- Textbooks and learning materials: an itemized book list is provided at enrollment; individual book costs are not published in the handbook.
- Entrance assessment fee: KWD 10 (non‑refundable test fee).

Refund and withdrawal policy
- Registration fee is irrevocable/non‑refundable.
- Withdrawal deductions:
- Withdrawal between 1 September and 31 October: 30% of the annual fees payable (registration fee is not included in the refunded portion).
- Withdrawal between 1 November and 31 December: 50% of the annual fees payable (registration fee is not included in the refunded portion).
- Withdrawal on or after 2 January (mid‑year and later): no refund; full annual fees remain payable.

Discounts and sibling concessions
- A sibling discount of 5% is applied for each additional sibling after the first enrolled student (conditions apply).

Fee payment options and office hours
- Payments are processed by the school accounts department during published office hours; parents are required to make payments through the accounts office. No specific online payment methods (credit‑card or bank transfer details) are published in the school's publicly available registration documents for the Kuwait campus. Contact the accounts office during posted hours for available payment channels.

Contacts for fee inquiries and accounts
- Accounts / Student Affairs contact numbers are listed in the school's registration and administrative documents for fee and payment matters.

Summary of available items for 2026/27
- Published, specific numeric amounts available in the school's public registration and parent handbook materials: entrance test fee (KWD 10); registration fee (KWD 100, irrevocable); transport fee (KWD 280); uniform and textbooks required but not priced. Refund/withdrawal percentages and sibling discount policy are published. No grade‑by‑grade or per‑term tuition schedule appears in the school's publicly posted registration policy or parent handbook for the 2026/27 (or 2025/26) academic year.
Academics

Universal Civilizations Academy School teaches American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school follows a distinguished American system (Bilingual) and helps students become proficient in English and Arabic. It serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12; grade distribution Pre KG - Grade 12, with an enrollment of 772 students and school hours 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The high school curriculum includes Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics and Mathematics, together with High School English; Islamic History is taught in Grade 12. The curriculum aims to prepare students for higher education all over the world.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for higher education worldwide and emphasizes proficiency in English and Arabic to support university studies.
Wellbeing
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Applications for admission for the 2023-2024 school year are accepted by email at Registration@uca.edu.kw. The application form is available as a printable PDF. Priority of acceptance is given to siblings. Age requirements: Premier KG 3.5 years 15 days; Second KG 4.5 years 15 days; Grade 1 5.5 years 15 days. Registration requires filling the registration card and attaching official documents. The acceptance test date is set by the head of department based on recommendation and seat availability; a nonrefundable KD 10 test fee applies. Students must pass Arabic, English and Math tests. A personal interview with the heads of departments is required (grades 7+); grades 9–12 will have a meeting with the principal after meeting the heads. Official documents include birth certificate copy, Civil ID copy, parents'/guardian Civil IDs, copy of parents' nationality (for Kuwaitis), guardian's passport with residence, passport copy, four photos, last educational certificate, health card, indemnity clearance. Attendance is required daily; four days of absence without a note may lead to removal. Tuition must be paid before year-end; otherwise registration may be canceled. Uniform is mandatory; hair dye, eyebrow plucking, makeup, colorful clothing, short skirts, late attendance, and mobile phone use are not allowed. Withdrawal: submit a withdrawal request with reasons, pay due amounts and obtain clearance; a transfer note may be required. School hours: KG 7:30–1:00; Primary 7:30–1:40; Middle/High 7:30–1:45; Ramadan adjustments apply. A 5% sibling discount applies after the first registration; discount may be canceled if a sibling withdraws. Registration fee is KD 200; withdrawal deductions: 30% (1/9–31/10), 50% (1/11–31/12); none after 2/01. Accountant hours 7:00–13:00; extensions 102, 115, 121; Fax 22639682; direct 22630394. Contact: +965-22639681, +965-22630394.
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