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Kuwait Schools International Schools
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The American Academy for Girls
The American Academy for Girls (AAG) opened in September 1996 to provide a US curriculum and a setting for girls only. AAG admits students of any nationality. This setting provides the opportunity for girls to prepare for college and universities in the US and is sensitive to the Arabic culture. AAG's curriculum covers grades Kindergarten through twelfth grade. Courses include science, math, English, social studies, music, band, art, physical education, French, Spanish, Arabic language, computer and support services such as reading lab, ESL, resource program. AAG offers a full program of extra-curricular sports, after school activities, fine arts and cultural activities for all students. The The American Academy for Girls school day is from 7:20 to 2:30, Saturday through Wednesday. The academic year runs from September through early June. The average class size is 18 students. It is the American Academy for Girlss goal at all grade levels, to develop the whole child. The development of self is an important feature of the school program. The high school provides many opportunities for the students to become more independent academically, to explore career options and interests, and prepare for college. The American Academy for Girls campus consist of 56 classrooms, three science labs, two art rooms, four computer labs, a library/media center, an indoor pool, a multi-purpose auditorium and three outdoor play areas. All areas of the school are equipped with the latest editions of textbooks and equipment. AAG was accredited by CIS and MSA in 2001.
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