Conclusion of Free Summer Club Activities: Approximately 7,000 Weekly Participants and 280 Staff Members Supervised Their Programs
Alaa Khalifa
The Ministry of Education has concluded the activities of the free school summer clubs, as part of a comprehensive plan aimed at providing an integrated educational experience that combines learning, practice, sports, innovation, and meaningful entertainment.
The Ministry emphasized that operating the summer clubs aligns with its commitment to continuing support for students during the summer vacation, providing a safe and stimulating educational environment that allows them to develop their abilities, hone their talents, and positively utilize their free time, thereby enhancing their readiness for the new academic year.
In a statement, the Ministry noted that it operated 28 free school summer clubs distributed across various educational districts from July 5 to August 31, 2026. These clubs offered a diverse range of educational, academic, sports, scientific, technical, cultural, and scouting programs and activities.
The Ministry revealed that the summer clubs recorded approximately 7,530 student participations weekly. It clarified that this figure represents the total weekly attendance of students at the clubs, including both continuous participants and new joiners across various programs and activities, reflecting the high level of interest and benefit derived from the offered summer programs.
The programs were implemented under the supervision of relevant technical guidance departments, with the participation of 280 members of the teaching and administrative staff, who were responsible for organizing, managing, and monitoring the implementation of activities and programs to achieve their educational and academic objectives.
The Ministry pointed out that registration was available electronically via the Ministry’s official website. It noted that the clubs welcomed students from general, private, religious, and special education sectors, covering primary, intermediate, and secondary stages, for both boys and girls, through programs supervised by specialized educational and pedagogical cadres.
The Ministry also highlighted that this year’s summer club plan saw an expansion in the variety of programs offered. Scouting activities and practical studies were included for the first time, alongside the continuation of robotics, programming, debate, and sports activities, providing students with diverse options to discover their interests and develop their abilities and talents.
The summer club system included 16 sports clubs across various educational districts, with activities ranging from football, basketball, handball, and volleyball to bowling. These activities contribute to developing students' physical fitness and motor skills, reinforcing values of discipline and teamwork, and boosting self-confidence. Additionally, there were two specialized bowling clubs.
In cooperation with the Kuwaiti School Sports Federation and the Ministry of Higher Education, a seven-a-side football tournament for boys and girls was held. This event provided a stimulating competitive environment for students, helped identify promising student sports talents, and supported and encouraged them to continue developing their abilities.
On the scientific and technical front, two robotics clubs offered programs in robotics, programming, and engineering design. These programs aimed to develop computational and logical thinking, problem-solving skills, creativity, and innovation, while introducing students to the STEAM methodology and enhancing research, experimentation, and teamwork skills.
The Ministry also noted that two debate clubs offered specialized programs for participating students, focusing on developing critical thinking, analysis, dialogue, and Arabic language expression skills. Students were trained to present and discuss their ideas in an organized manner, speak in public, construct arguments, and respect differing opinions and viewpoints.
At the conclusion of the club activities, students participated in training sessions and practical scenarios simulating actual debates. These exercises enabled them to practically apply acquired skills, enhancing their ability to express their opinions confidently and clearly, construct and present arguments, and engage in organized and effective dialogue and debate.
Regarding practical activities, two practical studies clubs offered students a variety of vocational programs and activities based on learning by doing and direct application. These included carpentry, electrical work, and student project implementation, contributing to the development of innovation and problem-solving skills, and enhancing students' manual and productive capabilities.
The activities also focused on reinforcing occupational safety concepts and promoting environmental awareness through recycling and optimal resource utilization, thereby transforming knowledge into tangible practical skills and experiences.
In conclusion, the Ministry of Education announced that the evening school clubs will resume their activities in October next year. Details regarding the clubs, their programs, registration procedures, and schedules will be announced through the Ministry’s official channels, allowing students to continue benefiting from the educational, pedagogical, and skill-based programs offered by the Ministry throughout the year.
