Al-Bayan International School

Founded in 1977, Al Bayan Bilingual School is a non-profit Arabic-English university preparatory educational institution, which fosters an environment for students to develop the intellectual qualities, ethical values, and positive attitudes required for effective participation and leadership in the overall development of Kuwait and the rapidly changing world.

We believe that we are educating students for the rapidly changing world of the 21st century.We agree that technological, social and economic trends indicate that,more than ever,success and an enriched life will depend upon

• The mastery of communication skills,including writing,reading,speaking and listening.
• The development of problem-solving skills,technological capabilities,critical thinking,and analytical abilities needed to deal with an increasingly complex world.
• The cultivation of an international and multi-cultural perspective and skills that will enable one to take advantage of professional oppertunities in the international sphere.
• An understanding of the historic,economic,geographic and environmental forces that have shaped the modern world and the ability to use this knowledge to better comprehend the present and anticipate the future.
• The ability to work with others as part of a team and to experience leadership effectively and appropriately.
• The capability for personal autonomy and motivation for alife of continuous learning.
• Strong self-confidence,resourcefulness,self-esteem and assertiveness.
• An appreciation of the essential ingredients for sound physical and emotional health,and the capability to utilize the resources available to realize these values and to deal with the stresses of an active life.
• A well-defined code of ethics,values and standards that is not dependent upon a controlled environment.
• Effective development and instruction in the fine arts;health,recreation and physical development;leadership and team play;aesthetic awareness ;ethics and psychological growth.

BBS students will:

• Acquire the learning skills needed to pursue knowledge and higher education independently.
• Learn to seek information from various sources in order to reach conclusions through sound, objective reasoning.
• Adopt a scientific attitude to learning which adheres to high ethical standards and respect for other people's ideas and beliefs.
• Acquire problem-solving skills.
• Attain recognized standards of knowledge of their subjects, but also realize that learning is a continuous process.
• Develop a positive self-concept so that they may explore their individual creative abilities.
• Appreciate the value of time and learn how to manage it productively.
• Develop an active concern for the preservation and improvement of the environment.
• Learn how to manage their health and well being via a life-long physical fitness program.
• Appreciate the fine arts universally.
• Be responsible and committed citizens in their communities.
• Acquire, understand, and respect Islamic teachings, traditions, and culture.
• Understand and appreciate the culture and traditions of Kuwait, the Arab region, and the world.