Bahrain International Schools

• The school grants an internationally recognized American high school diploma.

• The school provides high-quality American education for students, following an internationally accredited American curriculum.

• It is the first school in Bahrain to offer the AP Capstone diploma program, which encourages students to develop the skills necessary for success in college and career, including critical thinking, research, collaboration, and communication.

• A multicultural educational environment with more than 29 different nationalities.

• The school has received numerous international accreditations such as accreditation from the U.S. Department of Defense and the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

• The school provides qualified teachers from the United States and other countries with experience in international education.

• Offers strong enrichment programs.

• Features modern and advanced facilities.

• Provides boarding for students from grades nine through twelve.

• Offers a variety of athletic and cultural activities.

• Focuses on the psychological and social aspects of students.

• The school accepts students from ages 3 to 18 years.

• Since the school follows the American curriculum, students are required to have an appropriate level of English language proficiency.

• Parents can schedule a visit to the school to learn more about it if desired.

• After that, they request an application package that includes forms and requirements, then complete the forms and submit the required documents.

Required documents:

• Copy of student's passport.

• Copy of student's ID card.

• School reports for the last 3 years for students transferring from other schools.

• Transfer certificate from the previous school.

• Recent photograph of the student.

• Parents can pay fees directly to the school's bank account and send a copy of the transfer receipt to the Accounts Department via email to ensure the amount is correctly allocated to the student's account.

• Payment through the electronic payment portal (E-Cashier).

• Payment in cash or by credit card.

• The school accepts bank checks made out to the school.

• Advanced Placement (AP) program offering Advanced Placement courses in several subjects such as (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English) which allow students to earn college credits before graduating from school.

• English as a Second Language program provided for non-English speaking students, helping them acquire the language proficiency necessary for full integration into classrooms.

• Career Education program that includes subjects such as (Programming, Web Design, Video Production, Computer Applications).

• Personal and Social Education programs that develop students' life and leadership skills.

• Yes, there is mixing between boys' and girls' classes.

• You can view the complete details of tuition fees through the school's page on the mdares.ai platform.

• Received a prestigious award at the Bahrain Education Awards ceremony in 2024, for being the first school in the kingdom to offer the AP Capstone diploma program.

• Bahrain School's football team won third place in the European Football Championship.

• The school ranked sixth in the European Regional Spelling Bee Competition affiliated with DoDEA in Germany.

• Various sports activities including soccer, basketball, swimming, tennis, volleyball, badminton, and track and field.

• Artistic and cultural activities to encourage student creativity such as drawing, crafts, sculpture, music, drama, and photography.

• STEAM and technology activities such as programming, robotics design, engineering, and scientific commerce.

• Trips and outdoor activities such as horseback riding, beach outings, water parks, cinema, restaurants, and shopping centers.

• Various events and competitions such as academic competitions, art exhibitions, theatrical performances, and cultural festivals.

• The school follows the American curriculum.

• It is located in Building 540, Area 342, Road 4225 in the Juffair area of Manama, Bahrain.

• Although boarding operates seven days a week, students are given the option to travel home for the weekend. Free transportation to Bahrain International Airport is provided for students traveling by air.

• Small buses with capacity for 14 passengers are used to transport students within Bahrain to participate in activities.

• Basketball and volleyball courts.

• Artificial turf soccer fields.

• Softball field.

• A 25-meter swimming pool.

• Four tennis courts.

• A track and field course.

• Two gymnasiums used for various sports activities.

• Fitness center.

• Modern and well-equipped library.

• Classrooms dedicated to different grade levels.

• Computing and technology facilities.

• Provides boarding that accommodates 120 students.

• Provides entry and exit procedures where parents are asked to sign in their children upon arrival after 8 AM to ensure attendance tracking.

• Provides a drop-off area in the visitors' parking lot next to the security gate, and parents are asked to remain in their vehicles during the drop-off process.

• The school cooperates with security agencies to ensure security inside and outside the campus, such as the U.S. Naval Support Activity Bahrain.

• The school provides equipped health facilities with qualified nurses to handle emergency cases.

• The school adheres to strict child protection policies.

• Ensures continuous staff training on general safety procedures.

• Provides regular evacuation drills for emergency situations.

• The school collaborates with Bahraini Civil Defense to ensure facility readiness and training on dealing with emergency situations.