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Embassy Information EMBASSY OF BRAZIL The Embassy of Brazil requests all Brazilian citizens in Kuwait to proceed to the website www.brazil.org.kw (Contact Us Form / Fale Conosco) in order to register or update contact information. The Embassy encourages all citizens to do so, including the ones who have already registered in person at the Embassy. The registration process helps the Brazilian Government to contact and assist Brazilians living abroad in case of any emergency. nnnnnnn
BSK students visit Discovery Zone at Scientific Centre
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ear 2 at The British School of Kuwait went in search of electricity and found lots of it at the Discovery Zone. In line with the National Curriculum for England and Wales children had been looking at electricity and how it is used. They looked at mains and battery operated appliances and mar-
veled when they were able to make a circuit that resulted in bulb lighting. Children did not stop there and they continued experimenting adding buzzers, motors and switches. All sorts of weird and wonderful circuits were made. The trip to the Discovery Zone
enhanced the classroom based experimentation, as students were able to experience a myriad of different interactive electric appliances. Children generated their own electrical power by sheer hard work turning a handle and they were confidently building circuits with a wide variety of components. Whilst all
this learning was taking place, children were reminded about the importance of safety when working with electricity. A wonderful session was had by all, with students queuing up to see who had the steadiest hand and could pass the metal loop along a tricky path without the buzzer going off.
EMBASSY OF CANADA The Embassy of Canada is located at Villa 24, Al-Mutawakel St., Block 4 in Da’aiyah. Please visit our website at www.Kuwait.gc.ca. The Embassy of Canada is open from 07:30 to 15:30 Sunday through Thursday. The reception is closed from 12:30 to 01:00 pm for lunch break. Consular Services for Canadian Citizens are provided from 09:00 until 12:00 on Sunday through Wednesday. Canada offers a registration service for all Canadians travelling or living abroad. This service is provided so that Consular Officials can contact and assist Canadians in an emergency in a foreign country, such as a natural disaster or civil unrest, or inform Canadians of a family emergency at home. The Embassy of Canada encourages all Canadian Citizens to register online through the Government of Canada Travel Website at www.voyage.gc.ca. The Canadian Embassy in Abu Dhabi provides visa and immigration services to residents of Kuwait. Individuals who are interested in visiting, working or immigrating to Canada are invited to visit the website of the Canadian Embassy to the UAE at www.UAE.gc.ca. nnnnnnn
EMBASSY OF GERMANY
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Kuwait wishes to announce that as of 1 May 2011, the external service provider Al Qabas Assurex is operating a Visa Application Centre in support of the German Embassy. Short-term visa applications for travels to Germany (e.g. for tourism, visits, business) are to be submitted to the service provider Al Qabas who for your convenience will ensure that all relevant documents are included in your application. Your personal appearance at the Application Centre is not required. Address of the Visa Application Centre: Al Qabas Assurex Sanabel Tower (AlBabtain) Mezzanine (M3) opposite Sharq Mall Kuwait 22924444 Fax: 22924442 Further information are available on the following websites: www.kuwait.diplo.de www.qavisa.com nnnnnnn
EMBASSY OF INDIA The Embassy of India will remain closed December 25, 2011 (Sunday) “Christmas Day”. nnnnnnn
EMBASSY OF KENYA The Embassy of the Republic of Kenya wishes to request all Kenyans resident in or training through Kuwait to register with the Embassy. We are updating our database. This information is necessary in order to facilitate quick assistance and advise in times of emergency. Kindly visit in person or register through our website www.kenyaembkuwait.com. The Embassy is located in: Surra Area - Block 6 - Street 9 Villa 3 Tel: 25353362 - 25353314; Fax: 25353316. nnnnnnn
Tiny tots enjoy fancy dress competition
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he tiny tots of LKG of the Indian Community School Amman branch had a Fancy Dress Competition held on October 16, 2011 at the school auditorium. The topic for the competition was dress up as their favourite fruit and the event turned out to be very colorful and attractive. The students came well dressed as different fruits such as apple, mango, orange, banana, pineapple, strawberry and water melon.
Total number of participants were 120 students from LKG. Winners of I Prize: Nivedita Anil Kumar, Ameen Hamza, Jianna Susan Jerin and John George Puthukeril . The students who stood second are: Vera Ankur Upadhyan, Architha Reddy, Stephen Nelson , Mohammed Anfas and Eshan Ranish Patel. The students who stood third are: Shekina Yakub Khan, Johann Thomas, Christina Maria, Fadil Rifai,
Fidha Lahir, Arwa Munawar Tarawala and Abdullah Habib Kasim. Merit certificates were awarded to 16 students who stood I, II and III. Participation certificates were given to 104 students of LKG. All the participants enjoyed going on to the stage and spoke a few words about their costume and favorite fruit. It was a very well organized event which manifested the teamwork of the teachers as well as the efforts put in by the parents and the students.
EMBASSY OF NIGERIA The Nigerian embassy has its new office in Mishref. Block 3, Street 7, House 4. For enquires please call 25379541. Fax- 25387719. Email- nigeriakuwait@yahoo.com or nigeriankuwait@yahoo.co.uk nnnnnnn
EMBASSY OF PERU Peruvian Permanent Expo will be temporary close from December 2lst 2011 to January 21st 2012. The Expo will reopen on January 22nd 2012 and offer once again “Peruvian Private Gastronomy Tasting Lunches” and much more like Peruvian culture, tourism, trade and great possibilities of investment. nnnnnnn
EMBASSY OF RUSSIA Embassy of the Russian Federation invites all the Russian residents in Kuwait to visit the Consulate for registration and updating your database. This information is necessary for promptly notice, assistance and warning in case of emergency. The consulate reception hours: 10:00 - 13:00, Sunday - Wednesday. The Embassy is located in Kuwait City, Daiya, Block 5, Diplomatic campus, Plot 17. Tel: (+965) 22560427, 22560428. Fax: (+965) 22524969, email: rusposkuw@mail.ru, consdepkuw@mail.ru Information also available on the website: www.kuwait.mid.ru nnnnnnn
Paradigm Pioneers launches Salmiya Indian Model School
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ith a unique slogan of “Dare to Dream”, the first Indian model school in Kuwait has opened here at Salmiya. Breaking new grounds in the field of education, Salmiya Indian Model School (SIMS) has begun its operation with the KG Classes, said the management in a press briefing, at the school premise. The school promoted by Paradigm Pioneers Group, a leading business conglomerate based in Dubai, is the first model Indian school in Kuwait meeting the very specific requirements of a model school set by the Ministry of Private education, Kuwait, the officials informed. Dr Mohammad Tariq, ChairmanParadigm Pioneers Group and SIMS, expressed his hope and belief that Salmiya Indian Model School, will be a
premier institution of its kind, in this part of the world in the near future, amply fulfilling the educational aspirations of the parents who bring their children to its portals. “SIMS is dedicated to the promotion of holistic education, human growth and development”, said the Principal designate Sanjay Yadav. In the sprawling campus, in the heart of Salmiya, the school boasts of the state of the art infrastructural facilities. Well equipped class rooms with smart boards for primary classes, proper ventilation and air conditioning systems are in place. Work on the football turf and swimming pool are under progress. Vibrant and lively KG section has already started functioning. The activity space in KG section is uniquely designed to captivate the younger
minds. Audio visual facilities with an exclusive play area are the features added to attract the children. The school is well equipped with a science lab and a fully networked computer lab. The Library has been built with a mind set of inculcating reading habits in the children. The school also has a spacious Auditorium and Activity hall and multipurpose hall. Other standard facilities include a well equipped clinic, mosque etc. “Our educational environment reflects the world, in which our students will one day live and work. Beyond mastering academic disciplines, SIMS students will be taught to respect all people and things, to be honest with themselves and others, put forth maximum effort, and seek ways to support their communities”, said the
School Director Anis Ahmed. The school is going to follow the CBSE Curriculum and the registration is open for KG till Class VIII for the session 201213. Each class size will be limited to a maximum 30 students, to give individual attention to students. The school provides guided transport facility. All the school buses will be parked inside the campus to ensure the safety of the students. The school sponsor, Dr Sheikha Maimuna Al-Sabah, reiterated her commitment to extend all support towards the establishment of the First Indian Model School, in Kuwait. The credit for the successful culmination of this program goes to the overwhelming participation of the members of Paradigm Pioneers and the press.
EMBASSY OF US The United States and Kuwait enjoy a long-standing and fruitful relationship with higher education. As evidence of this enduring partnership, the number of Kuwaiti students enrolled in US institutions of higher education in 2010/11 increased from 2442 to 2998, a 22.8% increase compared to the previous year. Kuwaiti students study in 45 states. This year, embassies and institutions around the world will be celebrating International Education Week the week of November 14-18. In honor of International Education Week, the US Embassy s Mobile American Corner will be at the Marina Mall on Wednesday evening, November 16, and at the Avenues Mall on Thursday evening, November 17. Information about higher education in the US, English language classes and the student visa application process will be available, and staff will be present to answer questions about study in the USA from the general public.