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Kuwait’s New Teacher Code of Conduct: What It Means for Parents and Students

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July 27, 2026

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The Ministry of Education in Kuwait officially launched a coordinated Teacher’s Code of Conduct for all public schools and private schools that have a teacher. The new move results in a single, national set of rules to be applied to professional ethics, student protections, online privacy, and classroom behavior, rather than each school district having separate policies.

The reform applies to the government schools and other private schools with British, American, Islamic and other international curricula. It provides more consistency and transparency to parents, students and teachers within the field of education in Kuwait.

Kuwait approves unified teachers’ ‘Code of Conduct’ for public and private schools https://t.co/KU38ngiQOf
— KUWAIT TIMES (@kuwaittimesnews) July 27, 2026

Stronger Focus on Student Safety

Perhaps the most important thing that visitors will notice about the new code is the ways that it prioritizes the physical and emotional health and safety of students. The Ministry of Education in Kuwait has adopted a zero tolerance policy to the use of corporal punishment stating that at all times physical discipline and aggressive behaviour will not be acceptable.

Now teachers are asked to create classroom settings which are conducted through positive reinforcement, constructive discipline, and respectful communication. Other types of humiliations, bullying, discrimination or favouritism are also not encouraged, as the school strives to make the school environment as safe and supportive as possible.

Clear Reporting and Accountability

The new set-up also enhances accountability by mandatory issuing of clear reporting processes for parents and students in school. Formal procedures will be established to address concerns about teachers’ conduct or classroom issues and these processes will not result in consequences for the children.

This focus on transparency aims to foster greater trust between the school and the family, and a focus on keeping pupils looking at their welfare first.

New Rules for Social Media and Digital Privacy

Technology is increasingly becoming part of education and the Ministry has laid down stringent rules for digital privacy for teachers. Teachers should not take or post images or videos of pupils on personal social media sites without administrative permission and parental consent.

The code also mandates that educators communicate with a student only using approved school communications. Private communication via other messaging systems is no longer allowed, thereby ensuring the safety of both students and staff, and fostering professional relationships.

Tackling Private Tutoring Conflicts

Additionally, serious issues with private tutors have been remediated. Teachers will not be permitted to provide or accept private lesson money from current class students per the Code of Conduct.

This rule is designed to remove the conflicts of interest and to avoid any student being singled out in regular school lessons because he or she is required to provide extra resources to make up the tuition premium.

One Standard for Every School

The most significant result of having a united code is having a common expectation from all the educational institutions in Kuwait. From now on teachers in both types of schools, public schools and international academies, have to adhere to the same ethical and professional obligations.

The code also promotes respect for other cultures, sensitivity towards religious differences, the confidentiality of student records and equal treatment regardless of nationality, gender or socioeconomic background. These principles, alongside Kuwait’s diversity of students, aid in fostering fairness.

FAQs

What is the new Teacher Code of Conduct in Kuwait?

A national policy and guidelines provided by the Ministry of Education to provide a uniform ethical, professional and behavioral conduct for teachers and administrators of public and private schools nationally.

Are there any special provisions for international schools?

Yes. Jointly, the Code of Conduct will be applicable to all Schools in Kuwait regardless of their teaching curricula whether it is British, American, Indian, Arabic or other International curricula.

Are beating and hitting still OK under the new rules?

No. The Ministry has got a zero tolerance approach which means physical punishment, aggressive behaviour and any kind of corporal discipline is not accepted.