Shaikha Hessa Girl’s Schools

About the school

Shaikha Hessa Girl's School - International Baccalaureate Curriculum is a non-profit private national school that offers bilingual education in Arabic and English from pre-school through 12th grade for girls only, in addition to teaching French as a foreign language from 4th to 8th grade. It was established in 2001 as the first private girls' school in Bahrain. The school offers an international curriculum that includes the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Additionally, the school is accredited by the Ministry of Education in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA). It is a full member (2011) of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and a candidate (2012) for full joint accreditation with the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA).

Furthermore, the school has obtained licensing from Edexcel (2011) for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and from the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) as an institution that grants the International Baccalaureate (IB) certificate (2007).

Towards a better future.

Preparing 21st-century female students in a safe and healthy environment by providing high-quality international education that enables students to reach their potential as global citizens, with a focus on Arabic and Islamic values, and promoting a commitment to sustainability through an effective partnership between home and school.

All members of the Shaikha Hessa Girl's School community strive to qualify students who are:

Inquirers - who develop their innate curiosity, acquire the skills necessary for inquiry and research, and demonstrate independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning, and this passion for learning will continue throughout their lives.

Knowledgeable - who explore concepts, ideas, and issues of local and global significance. In doing so, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

Thinkers - who take the initiative in applying critical and creative thinking skills to recognize and approach complex problems and make reasoned, ethical decisions.

Communicators - who understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of communication modes. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.

Principled - who act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity of individuals, groups, and communities.

Caring - who show empathy, compassion, and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service and work to make a positive difference in the lives of others and the environment.

Risk-takers - who approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainties with courage and insight, and possess the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas, and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.

Balanced - who understand the importance of intellectual, physical, and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.

Accredited by

Cambridge Assessment International Education
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Council of International Schools
Ministry of Education Bahrain

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