The exceptional British nursery school education we offer at The Sunshine Kindergarten (TSK) in Kuwait will give your child the best possible start. Through our structured Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, innovative teaching methods, and focus on holistic care and support, we lay the foundations for long-term academic excellence and personal growth.

Excellence starts with our EYFS curriculum. The first phase of the English National Curriculum, the EYFS framework features seven key learning and development areas, which your child will work towards under the guidance of our experienced early years teachers. These areas – which include communication and language, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional development – are interconnected, helping each student develop the breadth of knowledge, skills, and attributes they need to progress into primary. 

We know that children learn best when they’re happy and having fun, which is why we pack our curriculum with purposeful opportunities for play, exploration, and discovery. These include creative, movement, and collaborative experiences that pique curiosity and spark imaginations.

We make full use of our innovative outdoor areas, too, which are an extension of our classrooms. Through a carefully planned mix of activities, tailored to each child’s needs, interests, likes, and dislikes, our young learners grow in confidence and independence.

Our all-encompassing approach ensures our students are fully prepared for the challenge and opportunities of primary education – and beyond. Many of our graduates continue their learning journeys at The British School of Kuwait (BSK), which is at the forefront of British educational excellence both here and around the world. In fact, many of BSK’s highest performing IGCSE and A Level students are TSK graduates. From the early years at TSK, our alumni go on to gain places at top universities worldwide, including Cambridge, UCLA, and the University of Sydney. 

Our children love coming to The Sunshine Kindergarten (TSK) every day. This is thanks to our talented teachers and teaching assistants, who create exciting hands-on learning experiences that capture imaginations and inspire a sense of wonder.

Caring and nurturing, our exceptional educators make sure our students are always safe and supported, too. They’ll build a strong bond with your child, getting to know their strengths, preferences, and needs, and help them to overcome any challenges. Our teachers will also develop a close relationship with you, our families, creating open lines of communication, providing regular feedback, and making sure you’re involved in day-to-day school life.

At TSK, all our class teachers are native English speakers. They have an extensive knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, its principles, and learning and developmental outcomes. In subjects like music and PE, meanwhile, specialist staff deliver cutting-edge early years activities that spark passions and talents.

Our teachers are always learning, and we prioritise their development through sector-leading training opportunities. Collaborations with leading UK universities provide world-class development experiences, while knowledge sharing events across the Middle East and through our partnership with Nord Anglia Education keep our teachers at the forefront of educational best practice.

In everything we do at TSK, we set the highest standards. Our experienced leadership team ensures the quality of teaching through robust lesson monitoring, appraisals, and regular ‘learning walks’.

Learning comes alive on our child-centred campus, where every classroom, outdoor area, and communal space is designed with our young learners in mind.

Recently remodelled, our setting blends Scandinavian-inspired designs and serene colours with cutting-edge specialist facilities and equipment. Learning flows between indoor classrooms and outside spaces, too, which encourage free-play, exploration, and discovery.

All our classrooms reflect the children who learn in them, through ever-changing displays of work and celebrations of success. Photos of our young learners and their families add to the warm, comfortable feel. We also encourage independent learning through strategically placed, child-height resources, which enable our children to take the lead.

In our indoor play areas and soft play zones, students run, jump, and climb, developing their movement, balance, and coordination skills. We also have a PE studio, climbing wall, and bikes and trikes course. In our dedicated music room, specialist teachers will introduce your child to sound, rhythm, and song, encouraging their creative expression.

With round the clock security and a dedicated health clinic, our campus is a safe and secure place to be. We’re located in Salwa, a peaceful residential district known for its strong expat and local community, friendly atmosphere, and easy accessibility.

Learning happens everywhere at The Sunshine Kindergarten. Both in the curriculum and through dedicated enrichment activities, we offer a blend of experiences that nurture the skills, knowledge, and values our children need now – and in the future.

We encourage exploration and discovery through a variety of off-campus trips. These include the awe-inspiring Aquakids Safari Adventure, where our children learn about flora, fauna, and unique natural environments. Regular visits to a soft play gym develop important gross motor and movement skills, while trips to the nearby park connect our learners to the local environment.

On campus, purpose-built early years spaces unlock exciting hands-on learning experiences. These include ‘bike and trike’ rides, climbing sessions, and tactile play in our sand kitchen. We also run a popular Late Club, which offers opportunities to learn after the school day ends. Our children make the most of The British School of Kuwait’s fantastic specialist facilities, too, including at our sports day.

We regularly organise immersive themed events, which enhance our students’ understanding of the world around them. These include World Children’s Day celebrations, our International Day, and a day dedicated to awareness-raising activities in support of the charitable initiative, Pink October.

We’ll make sure your child is cared for and included, too. Their health, happiness, and safety will always come first. To support our dedicated pastoral care team, all our staff undergo rigorous safeguarding training, professional development through the renowned Anna Freud Centre, and counselling courses. We also organise a variety of whole-school wellbeing initiatives. These include an annual Health and Wellbeing Week, which teaches our children about healthy, balanced lifestyles.

Our community is truly special. Warm and welcoming, energising and inspiring, The Sunshine Kindergarten (TSK) is a close family committed to the all-round growth, happiness, and success of each child.

To create a safe and supportive environment where your child can thrive, we put our parents at the centre of our educational approach. In practice, this means involving you in day-to-day learning through instant access to our teachers and teaching assistants. Our staff are always available to give detailed feedback and progress updates, whenever you need them.

You’ll also be invited into class to celebrate your child’s achievements, as well as to enjoy regular performances, themed days, and family get-togethers. We encourage our families to get involved in school life – and have their say on how we do things – through the Friends of TSK association, too.

Home to students, staff, and families from more than 30 countries, TSK is a diverse and inclusive community. Here, every minute of the school day is filled with life and laughter, as our children make friends from different backgrounds and learn about themselves and others. We encourage tolerance, respect, and kindness, too, and offer an incredible range of opportunities for collaborative learning and teamwork.

Our children are the leaders, thinkers, and innovators of the future. And from an early age, we strive to instil the values, principles, and outlook that will enable our curious learners to become purposeful global citizens.

One of the ways we do this is through an array of early leadership experiences. Our little leaders take on in-class jobs, including registering their friends for class, leading lines, and keeping the school tidy. This gives them a sense of responsibility and builds their confidence and communication skills.

Our students also give back to their communities. Through our ‘Community Treats’ project, for example, our children thank people who have helped them through small gestures of kindness, such as gifting hand-decorated biscuits and plants they have grown. Our children also get involved in age-appropriate activities led by The British School of Kuwait’s Social Impact Committee, including awareness raising for Pink October and fundraising for humanitarian crises.

The Sunshine Kindergarten is home to a vibrant multicultural community that spans more than 30 different nationalities. This diversity is our strength, enabling the sharing of languages and traditions, and giving our students a broad view of the world from an early age. By embracing cultural diversity through events like our International Day, we can prepare our children for the global connections and opportunities that will be an important part of their futures.