At Gulf International School, English is the language of instruction in the core subjects: Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, as well as, with the Specialist topics: Computers, Art, Library, Physical Education and Science.

Arabic and Islamic Studies are significant parts of the curriculum as mandated by the Kuwait Ministry of Education.

As Gulf International School teaches both English and Arabic skills, the two languages are taught with integration as a goal. The common themes and planning, as well as shared days of celebration, are a focus of our program.

Language is central to students' intellectual, social and emotional growth, and must be seen as a key element of the curriculum. Parents, students and teachers need to understand that language is a crucial tool for learning in all areas. Whether they are studying literature, mathematics or science, students need fundamental language skills to understand information and express their ideas. Through language learning, students acquire skills that are essential to their future. For example, they learn to analyze ideas and information and to communicate them clearly, both orally and in writing.

When students learn to use language in the elementary grades, they do more than master the basic skills. They learn to express their feelings and opinions and, as they mature, to support their opinions with sound arguments and research. They become aware of the many purposes for which language is used and the diversity of forms it can take, as well as, how best to present ideas to a variety of audiences. Students experience the expressive and communicative power of language and come to appreciate language as both a source of pleasure and an important medium for recording and communicating ideas and information.

We look forward to offering an enrichment opportunity for those students whose talent is language acquisition. French would be offered as an elective and will present a welcome challenge for students who look forward to speaking many languages.