29 summer clubs to cater to students with disabilities and diverse interests

The Ministry of Education reaffirmed its commitment to providing a safe, stimulating, and engaging environment for students during the summer break. By expanding summer school clubs across Kuwait, the initiative aims to cultivate students’ academic, physical, artistic, and social development—aligning with government efforts to nurture well-rounded, capable youth.

This year, the Ministry has significantly expanded its reach, launching 29 summer clubs across the country. These include 25 previously established clubs, in addition to three new centers in the Jahra Educational District and one in Farwaniya, following directives from Minister of Education Eng. Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaei. The expansion responds to high demand from students and strong support from parents, underscoring the success of the Ministry’s summer programs, reports Al-Rai daily.

Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Educational Development and Activities, Ms. Maryam Al-Enezi, explained that the clubs offer a wide array of activities: sports, arts, academics, volunteer work, and programs tailored for students with disabilities. She also confirmed future plans to open more clubs, enhance supervisory staff, and diversify the activities to meet the needs of all students.

Dr. Yusra Al-Atir, Acting General Supervisor of Physical Education for Girls, emphasized the value of girls’ sports clubs in enhancing physical fitness, technical skills, and self-confidence. These clubs feature swimming, basketball, handball, football, and various recreational activities, including internal competitions and championships. All activities are designed with age and psychological development in mind to promote cooperation, respect, and resilience.

For boys, Dr. Hessa Arab, Acting General Supervisor of Physical Education, stated that football, swimming, and bowling remain the most popular activities. Boys’ sports clubs emphasize leadership, team spirit, and ethical competition, nurturing key values such as discipline, fairness, and collaboration.

On the technology front, Ms. Mona Salem Awad, Acting General Technical Supervisor of Computer Science, spotlighted the Robotics Club, which combines programming, electronics, and mechanics. The club includes hands-on training, internal competitions, educational visits, and workshops on artificial intelligence—creating a dynamic learning environment that bridges theory and practice.

Inclusion is a cornerstone of this year’s summer initiative. According to Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Suwaid, Acting Director of the Special Education Schools Department, a dedicated Special Education Summer Club serves students with a range of disabilities.

Supervised by specialized teachers, the club offers personalized sports, crafts, and recreational activities tailored to each student’s needs. Weekly competitions and cultural events such as “National Day” and “Popular Day” reinforce social inclusion, national pride, and community values. Bus services—equipped with escorts for safety—ensure accessibility from all areas of Kuwait.

Adding an intellectual dimension, Bader Al-Shatti, President of the Summer Debate Club, shared that the club is designed to enhance students’ critical thinking, public speaking, and persuasive communication. The club currently serves 96 students from various educational levels and offers workshops, internal debates, and pathways to national and international competition platforms.

These 29 clubs reflect the Ministry of Education’s vision for an inclusive, enriching, and balanced summer program that not only fills students’ time productively but also prepares them for future academic and personal success.