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Pakistan School Bahrain operates from two campuses in Isa Town and Manama, Bahrain. The Isa Town campus is located in Isa Town, while the Manama campus serves the capital area. The school provides an air-conditioned bus fleet that serves multiple routes around Bahrain.
The school uses a three-tier structure: Junior Section (Grade 1–5), Middle Section (Grade 6–8), and Senior School (SSC and HSSC; Grade 9–12). The Junior Section covers Grades 1–5, and the HSSC streams cover Grades 11–12; Middle Section is represented in the site navigation as a separate level.
Day school with campuses in Isa Town and Manama. Boarding facilities are not listed in public materials.
Specific Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions are not listed in public Pakistan School Bahrain materials. The Bahraini Ministry of Education notes mainstream schools can provide inclusive education, but PSB does not publish dedicated SEN details.
The curriculum aligns with the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) of Pakistan and operates under Bahrain's Ministry of Education rules.
Islamic values are part of the school's mission.
The school day runs from 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM, Sunday through Thursday.
The school runs an AC bus fleet with routes arranged by the school to support student transport.
The cafeteria provides beverages and food items, including cold and hot drinks, juices, snacks, and other light meals during recess. A teachers' committee maintains hygienic conditions and price control, and ensures items are sourced from reputed and authorized suppliers.
The school is governed by an elected Board of Members with advisory and policy-making authority over school affairs, in accordance with the Constitution of Pakistan School and the Royal Decree and the laws of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The Chairman is Mr. Sami ur Rehman. Board members include Mr. Shah Jahan (Discipline and Security), Mr. Qaisar Mahmood (Finance Committee), Ms. Sadaf Arif (Staff Trainings & BQA), Mr. Saqib Mehmood (Internal & External Auditing Incharge), and Mr. Majid Rahim (IT and Sports Incharge).
Pakistan School Bahrain uses a multi-stage curriculum beginning with Kindergarten (two-year program starting around age four), followed by the Junior Section (Grades 1–5) and the Middle Section (Grades 6–8). Secondary education comprises the SSC Matriculation (Grades 9–10) and the HSSC (Grades 11–12), both administered by the Pakistani Federal Board (FBISE). The Junior Section offers Urdu/Arabic, English, Islamiat, Mathematics, General Science, Social Studies/Geography of Bahrain, Arts & Crafts, Computer Science, and Citizenship for Bahraini Students where applicable. At the SSC level, students can follow Science Group or Humanities Group, with subjects including Urdu/Geography of Pakistan, English, Islamiyat/Pakistan Studies, Mathematics, and group-specific options such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Computer Science, and Economics/General Science. The HSSC programs include Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, Science General, Commerce, and Humanities, with detailed course selections per program (e.g., Pre-Medical includes Physics, Chemistry, Biology; Science General includes Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics; Humanities includes Economics, Civics, etc.). The curriculum is designed to meet 21st-century needs and is delivered in alignment with FBISE requirements.
Pakistan School Bahrain describes itself as a supportive and caring community. The school states that positive relationships between parents, students and teachers form the foundation of the learning environment, and that ongoing communication helps support student success. The Student Affairs section highlights co- and extracurricular activities and clubs intended to provide a holistic education, including Islamic Society, Sports Society, Science Society, Social & Cultural Society, Arts and Dramatic Society, Literacy and Debating Society, and Environment Society. Physical Education is integrated into the timetable and treated as a core part of student development. A formal social and emotional learning (SEL) programme or dedicated staff for SEL is not publicly described.
Publicly available materials do not specify SEN provisions. The pages describe a generally supportive school culture but do not detail any SEN policy, types of needs supported, or whether the school operates as a specialist SEN institution. No staff or departments dedicated to SEN are named in the public materials. It is not possible to confirm from these sources whether targeted SEN support or inclusive education measures exist beyond general support. The absence of explicit SEN information means stakeholders should seek direct confirmation for SEN requirements.
Public information does not outline English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision. The materials describe a supportive learning environment but do not specify EAL programmes, staff, or language-support services. There is no explicit statement on EAL support in the available public materials. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.
Mental wellbeing is not described as a separate program in publicly available materials. A Medical Facility provides first aid on site, and in emergencies, students are referred to external medical facilities (BDF or Salmaniya Medical Complex). The Student Affairs section notes a supportive learning community and encourages ongoing communication with parents to support student well-being. There is no explicit information about psychologist services, counselling, or broader mental health programs on the public pages.
The available material does not publicly disclose safeguarding or child protection policies. The pages emphasize supportive relationships and parent–teacher communication as foundations of the learning environment, but no explicit safeguarding framework is described. No safeguarding officer or safeguarding policy is named in the public materials. The absence of explicit safeguarding information means stakeholders should seek direct confirmation for safeguarding practices.
1. Application Submission: Parents must complete the application form available on the school's official site or from the Admission Office, and submit it with all required documents. Required documents include passport copy, Bahrain CPR or residence permit (for non-Bahraini students), birth certificate, and copies of the student's and parents' identification and permits. The student should meet the age requirements for the grade they are applying for and have completed the previous grade in an accredited school. Applications are accepted throughout the year, with deadlines for specific academic sessions announced by the school.
2. Entrance Test: An entrance test may be required for new students. Tests cover English, Mathematics, Urdu/Arabic, and Science, depending on grade level. For Grades 9 to 12, two streams are offered—Science and Humanities—with five streams listed for Grades 11–12 (Pre Medical, Pre Engineering, Science General, Commerce, Humanities). The test results are used to determine readiness for the applied grade.
3. Interview (if applicable): An interview may be conducted to assess a student's overall preparedness, especially for students transferring from other systems or for Grades 9 to 12. The interview complements test results in the admission decision.
4. Document Verification: All documents provided by the student must be verified for authenticity. Any discrepancies may result in the cancellation of admission. Verification is part of the final admission checks before seat allocation.
5. Promotion and Evaluation: Promotion to the next grade follows the FBISE framework, with the school evaluating through internal exams in addition to FBISE external examinations. Students must meet subject requirements as per FBISE guidelines to advance to the next grade.
6. Transfer Students: Transfer students from other schools must submit a Transfer Certificate and, when transferring from other curricula, a migration certificate may be required. The student will be placed in the appropriate grade based on academic history and eligibility.
7. Readmission: Readmission requires a formal application, completion of any missed assessments if returning after absence, and clearance of pending fees. A meeting with a senior officer or principal may be required to discuss attendance history and commitment to regular attendance. Readmission is approved only after all conditions are satisfactorily met.
8. Admission Timeline: Applications are accepted year‑round, with deadlines for specific sessions announced by the school. Admission results are communicated within a few weeks after the entrance test and any interview. The start of classes typically occurs in April or as indicated by the academic calendar.
PSB has conducted scholarship awards as part of its ceremonies. A Scholarship Award Ceremony on January 3, 2026 awarded 46 scholarships to outstanding students from Grades 9–11 who excelled in FBISE 2024‑25. The Graduation Ceremony in 2024 also included scholarships being awarded. These events indicate an active scholarship program, with merit linked to FBISE results. Details on eligibility, amounts, or how to apply are not published on public pages.
PSB uses a waiting list when seats are not immediately available for a grade. Applicants on the waiting list are notified if a seat opens up. Priority for admission from the waiting list is given to siblings of current students. The waiting list remains active for the current academic year. If no seat is available, a reapplication is required for the next academic session.
Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain is located in Isa Town, Kingdom of Bahrain. The postal address is P.O. Box 32647 in Isa Town. Isa Town is a residential area near central Bahrain with road and public transport access to Manama and surrounding towns.
The school is organized into three sections: Primary Section, Middle Section, and Senior Section.
It operates as a day school with multiple sections; no boarding facilities are indicated.
The school employs counselors to support students' academic, social, and personal development; explicit SEN provisions or dedicated facilities are not detailed publicly.
The school has a Pakistan affiliation in name and origin, established to serve Indo-Pak origin students, with English as the medium of instruction.
No formal religious affiliation is stated.
The school remains open Sunday to Thursday. Primary hours are 7:15 AM to 12:30 PM; Middle hours are 7:15 AM to 1:20 PM; Senior hours are 7:15 AM to 1:30 PM.
A transport service is provided to Manama, Riffa, and Muharraq and is operated by National Transport Company. Transport is offered for convenience and is not a guaranteed service; delays or incidents during travel are not the school's liability.
The school has three canteens with kitchen facilities. The canteens are managed by FOOSCO, a leading food and beverages manufacturing and catering company in Bahrain.
The students are divided into four houses: Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, and Topaz.
The school is managed by its Board of Trustees. It operates on a non-profit basis and reinvests any surplus into facilities.
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain teaches in English across all classes. In the Primary Section, core subjects include Mathematics, English, Science, Social Studies and Computer, with Urdu/Arabic, Islamiat and Tajweed integrated in the early years. Quran instruction is provided, including recitation and Tajweed, alongside Urdu and Arabic language studies. Physical Education is part of the curriculum. Examinations and progression have followed FBISE SSC/HSSC historically, and from September 2025 the school began implementing the IGCSE curriculum for Grades 9–12, with IGCSE mock and preliminary datesheets published.
The primary section lists about 65 teachers; public pages do not publish the official student-to-teacher ratio or typical class sizes.
Historically, FBISE SSC/HSSC examinations have been the pathway; in 2024 the school reported FBISE results for its students. The school announced the introduction of the IGCSE curriculum for Grades 9–12 from September 2025, with associated mock exams and datesheets published.
Historically, progression has followed FBISE higher secondary routes; with the 2025 shift to IGCSE for upper grades, graduates may pursue higher education at international universities as well.
Public pages do not detail dedicated gifted and talented programs.
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain has school counselors who support academic, social, and personal development and promote a safe learning environment, serving as a liaison between parents, students, and the discipline committee.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.
The medium of instruction is English for all classes.
School counselors bring a mental health perspective, support positive mental health and socio-emotional balance, and help maximize student achievement within a safe environment.
Counselors mediate conflicts and resolve issues amicably as a liaison between parents, students and the discipline committee, contributing to safeguarding and a safe learning environment.
1. Admissions Process
1. Registration Process. To begin, parents must register by completing the Admission Form at the school office. A non-refundable BD 10 fee is charged and the student receives an Admission Form/Prospectus. The form must be submitted with the documents listed below; submission of the form does not guarantee admission and is subject to an admission test/interview and seat availability. Registration for the new academic year starts in February, and admissions are open for Primary and Middle sections from February to March and again in September each year. MOE age criteria apply to admissions for the current academic session. 2. Documentation Check. The school requires a set of documents to accompany the Admission Form: original CPRs for the child, father and mother (with copies), passport copies for all, four recent passport photos, vaccination card, birth certificate copies, a School Leaving Certificate, and a report card from the last school attended. All documents must be provided at the time of form submission; incomplete submissions are not accepted. 3. Admission Formalities. After the Admission Form is accepted and all documents are in order, the Admission Officer will request a BD 5 fee and issue an Appointment Card that states the test date and interview timing. This fee is separate from the registration fee and is payable as part of the formalities. 4. Admission Test & Interview. The school conducts age-appropriate assessments and interviews: Kindergarten uses an informal individual assessment with a parent interview; Class I–IX tests cover English, Math, Arabic/Urdu, and Science, with a pass mark of 50% and each paper typically around 30 minutes; candidates also attend an interview with parents after the test. Class X–XII admissions depend on FBISE board results and, for some streams, additional registration steps with FBISE or the Ministry of Education. 5. Admission Results. Results are announced by posting the list of selected candidates on the school notice board on the date communicated by the school. Admission decisions are based on merit (test results and interview), and the school's decision is final. 6. Transfer from Other Schools Within Bahrain. For students transferring from other Bahraini schools, MOE rules apply, and the parent should obtain copies of these rules from the Admission Officer. If admitted, the parent must pay the required fees to secure the seat; if these fees are not paid within a week, the seat is offered to a candidate on the waiting list.
3. Scholarships
PKUS Bahrain does not publish or describe any scholarship program in its official admissions and fee materials. The Fee Structure lists standard application, registration, lab, and tuition fees, with transportation and optional IGCSE fees where applicable, but there is no section detailing scholarships or financial aid. Based on the available official materials, there is no stated scholarship offering or process.
2. Waitlist/Pool
The Pakistan Urdu School maintains a waiting pool for seats that are not immediately filled. If a seat is available but the corresponding school fees are not paid within one week, the seat is offered to another student on the waiting list. This implies an active waiting list mechanism to fill vacancies as soon as payments are settled or seats open. The transfer guidance explicitly notes that seats on the waiting list can be used when admissions are not immediately possible due to MOE rules, seat availability, or payment timelines.
The Al Iman School is located in Isa Town, Bahrain. The campus is Building 200, Road 4112, Complex 841, in the Isa Town Education Zone. The area is served by Bahrain's public transit network and is near the University of Bahrain/Isa Town area, making it accessible by bus routes 15 and 19. The school's address and area designation identify it clearly as part of Isa Town. [Locations: Building 200, Road 4112, Complex 841; Isa Town Education Zone; Isa Town, Bahrain. Bus access and nearby landmarks are described in transit listings.]
The school operates three main levels: Elementary/Primary (Ibtida'iya), Preparatory (Adadiya, the middle years), and Secondary. These levels are shown in the school's fee schedules where the categories are labeled الابتدائية (Primary), الإعدادية (Preparatory), and الثانوية (Secondary). The English-language pages likewise reflect these three levels.
The school type is gender-segregated with separate sections for boys and girls. There is a Boys Section and a Girls Section on the same institution (separate campuses/pages). There is no co-educational single-campus listing on the Bahraini site; both sections are clearly presented as distinct parts of the same school family.
No specific individual SEN (Additional Learning Needs) provisions are published on the Bahraini site. The admission process includes an entrance exam and a family interview, with evaluation of prior records for new and transferring students, indicating a merit-based screening process rather than publicly described SEN support.
The school is in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Its Bahraini address places it in Isa Town, Bahrain. The site also shows country context through the Bahrain-based campus information and local contact details.
The school is Islamic in orientation, with curriculum components including Islamic Studies as part of the Saudi curriculum framework used by the school. This Islamic emphasis is reflected in the Education System description cited by third-party listings and the school's Arabic materials.
The school calendar includes term dates, exams, and staff/student events for each academic year. The 2023–2024 calendar shows the sequence of assessments, holidays, and orientation activities, and notes that the start of the second term includes a general day schedule for teachers and students, with a separate orientation for the first grade in some cases. The exact daily start/end times are not published in the calendar pages.
The school is accessible by public bus routes 15 and 19. Nearest bus stops include Esteglal Highway/Isa Town and University of Bahrain/Isa Town, with 11–17 minute walking distances from some stops. The first bus on route 19 starts around 5:02 AM, and the last bus on route 19 runs until about 11:47 PM.
Uniform guidelines exist for the Girls Section and across school levels. The policy emphasizes wearing the school uniform at all times and maintaining a neat appearance. Students out of uniform are referred to the deputy principals, and three repeated violations may lead to disciplinary action.
The school operates as an endowment school (وقفية المدرسة). Ownership is listed as National in the school directory for Aliman School – Boys.
Al-Iman School, Girls Section in Bahrain, offers a curriculum that prioritizes Arabic language and Islamic studies, with Quran memorization beginning in Grade 1 and Islamic studies based on the Saudi Ministry of Education curriculum. English instruction follows a British-system framework, and science is taught in English at upper primary and secondary levels (with some science taught in Arabic in earlier grades). In the primary phase, computer studies cover Windows Office, Robotics, and Scratch; in the middle phase, students study Windows Movie Maker, Padlet, Google Tools, Access, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver; in the high school phase they pursue SketchUp 3D (levels 1-2), Visual Basic, app programming, and Illustrator. For language and literature, the primary uses Incredible English, Oxford Discover, Imagine Readers and Oxford Read; the middle uses Gateway to Success; the high school uses Gateway to Success plus Cambridge O/A Level English, Cambridge IGCSE ESL, and Cambridge International AS/A Level English Literature. The curriculum is complemented by a strong STEAM program and ongoing projects, including UNIDO initiatives.
Al-Iman School operates a formal Student Council with named roles (e.g., president, vice president, secretary) across the secondary and primary levels, indicating structured student governance. The English-language section shows a dedicated 'Student affairs' area that includes a 'Student Council' and an academic calendar to organize student life. The curriculum emphasizes leadership development and encourages voluntary work to foster civic responsibility and a sense of belonging. STEAM projects and other student-led activities are highlighted as part of student life, illustrating opportunities for teamwork and problem-solving. The program supports social and cultural development through a bilingual curriculum that focuses on Arabic language, Quran memorization, and English language proficiency as part of the overall educational experience.
The publicly accessible pages describe the general curriculum and language focus but do not specify any Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, staff, or facilities. There is no explicit reference to a SEN department, accommodations, or inclusive practices in the available Student Life or Curriculum sections. The materials indicate a British-style English program and standard content rather than SEN-specific supports. English-language resources and ESL content are mentioned (e.g., English as a Second Language in Cambridge IGCSE materials), but these do not constitute explicit SEN provisions. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN services on the pages provided.
English is taught as a core subject within the Birtish-system curricula used by the girls' section. The curriculum includes English materials and instruction for Arabic-speaking students, and English as a Second Language is listed among Cambridge IGCSE resources for the upper levels. In the primary years, English-language content appears in technology- and science-related areas (e.g., Windows Office, Robotics, Scratch) as part of overall curriculum delivery. The curriculum indicates ongoing English-language development as part of the program, with explicit ESL resources referenced for Cambridge IGCSE at higher grades. The available pages do not describe a separate, formal EAL department beyond these ESL language materials.
No dedicated mental wellbeing program or school counseling service is described in the publicly accessible curriculum and student-life content. The school promotes leadership and volunteering as avenues for social connection and personal development, which can support student resilience and belonging. Student governance (the Student Council) and ongoing student activities contribute to social engagement and peer networks. Public materials do not list a mental health staff, counseling services, or formal wellbeing initiatives. The available information on wellbeing is therefore not described as a standalone program.
Public pages describe safety-related arrangements for pupils during travel, including a contract with a transport company to safeguard students while commuting to and from school. There is no explicit safeguarding policy or child-protection framework detailed on the accessible pages. The school provides contact details and the campus address for communications and inquiries. To obtain formal safeguarding information, check the admissions policies or external accreditation documents, as these pages do not include a dedicated safeguarding clause.
1. Admissions Process. New entrants into first grade begin admissions on the first day of the second term each year. To be eligible for first grade, a child must be six years old on the first day of the study period, as shown on the official birth certificate; the principal may admit a child younger than six by up to ninety days. To initiate the process, the parent should visit the school's admissions office to obtain the registration application and its instructions. The applicant must bring the required documents: the student's population (ID) card, a copy of the passport, the birth certificate or a copy, a completed immunization certificate from a recognized hospital or clinic, two recent student photos (4x6 cm), and a green file containing the supporting documents; the registration form (Annex 1) should be completed and the documents attached.
2. Admissions Process (Transfers). For students transferring from other schools, registration begins in March each year under these conditions: the student must have succeeded in the final grade of the previous level and must have at least a good grade in every subject; the student must also demonstrate good conduct. The student must pass the school entrance test in Arabic, English, and Mathematics with at least 70% in every tested subject. If accepted, the parent must bring the student's school file containing all official documents and previous grades. The school informs the parent by phone whether the student is accepted or not; if accepted, the parent must proceed to settle the registration fee and remaining annual fees according to the payment plan.
3. Admissions Process (Continuation and Conduct). A student who fails the second-round entrance test is not permitted to continue at the school for the new year. The school may decline a student if the Board determines ineligibility. If a student is lax about memorizing the required portion of the Quran, the school may withdraw them at the end of the year. If a student cheats on monthly or term tests, warnings are issued and, on the third offense, expulsion is applied at year-end; the school follows the formal procedures outlined by the student affairs process.
4. Admissions Process (Registration Steps). To register a transferred student, the parent completes the student registration form with the Student Affairs unit and attaches the required documents. If the admission conditions are satisfied, the student is referred to the Admissions Committee to conduct tests in the required subjects. The Admissions Committee consists of supervising educators and subject coordinators who prepare and review entrance questions, administer the tests, and assess results. A staff member conducts a short interview with the student to understand personality, thinking patterns, health, and overall behavior. The counselor documents the interview results and provides a recommendation to the school administration regarding admission, with reasons kept on file if not admitted. The decision to admit or reject is made by the administration and communicated to the Student Affairs unit, which informs the parent. The school retains reasons for non-admission internally. The relevant forms for registration include the Student Information Form (to be filled and submitted to the school) and the Behavioral Contract form.
The school offers a Quran memorization discount: students who memorize the entire Quran and pass the internal school test receive a 50% reduction on the annual fee. Other formal scholarship or financial aid programs are not listed in the admissions and fees sections reviewed here.
There is no published waitlist or pool system in the admissions materials.
First Step Nursery Bahrain is located in Isa Town, Bahrain. The address is Villa 3697, Road 909, Block 809. The campus sits in a residential area with access to local roads and nearby amenities.
The school provides three nursery levels: Pre-Nursery (ages 1-2), Nursery 1 (ages 2-3), and Nursery 2 (ages 3-4).
Private early-years nursery. The program is bilingual, delivered in Arabic and English.
No published information about Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions. Parents can inquire directly for SEN support arrangements.
No published country affiliation.
No published religious affiliation.
Nursery operates Sunday to Thursday, with a day from 07:00 to 14:00.
No bus service is listed on the site.
Meals are taken in a dining room. Meals are ordered monthly and supplied by Fine Foods, prepared with healthy ingredients and kept at the correct temperature. The school requests information on any food allergies to arrange suitable meals.
First Step Nursery Bahrain offers a three-stage early years program comprising Pre-Nursery (age 1-2), Nursery 1 (age 2-3), and Nursery 2 (age 3-4). The curriculum emphasizes social development and physical skills in Pre-Nursery, with early language exposure through stories, rhymes, and play; by Nursery 1, children engage in more detailed activities, continue potty training, and explore counting, colours, and literacy within a themed programme. Nursery 2 provides a more advanced themed curriculum with added focus on language and mathematics, plus creative and scientific activities, with each child assessed individually and encouraged to progress at their own pace. The program is taught in both Arabic and English, supporting bilingual development. Assessments are described as individualized, focusing on developing capabilities rather than external qualifications; there is no published offering of formal external qualifications for these year groups. The school is located in Isa Town, Bahrain.
First Step Nursery Bahrain is committed to the well-being and development of its students, with a clear emphasis on social development and confidence through its themed curriculum and activities.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.
Educational programmes are taught in both Arabic and English, indicating bilingual instruction. No explicit EAL support programme is described.
The nursery prioritizes well-being and development with an emphasis on social skills and overall mental well-being within its activities.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies.
1. Inquire and arrange a tour. Contact the nursery by phone or visit to arrange a tour of the facilities; a staff member will show you around. The visit offers an opportunity to ask questions about the program, daily routine, and safety practices. The nursery is located in Isa Town at Villa 3697, Road 909, Block 809, which helps with planning your visit.
2. Prepare and submit registration documents. A registration form must be completed (download from the site or collected in person). Four passport photos of the child are required. Copies of CPR for the father and mother, as well as CPR for the child, are required, along with the child's birth certificate.
3. Submit forms and pay registration. Submit the completed registration form and the required documents. The registration fee is BD 175 and is payable at registration. Payments can be made by cheque, cash, or benefit pay; the policy prohibits monthly payments and post-dated cheques.
No scholarships information is published on the site. The available pages describe the admissions process and the fee structure but do not indicate any scholarship offerings.
There is no published waitlist or pool system in the admissions materials. The process described emphasizes direct registration with a registration form and required documents, followed by payment of registration and term fees.
Philippine School Bahrain is located in A'Ali, near Manama, in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The campus address is Building 989, Road 3222, Block 732, A'Ali, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain (P.O. Box 10417). A'Ali is a residential area with road connections to central Manama, facilitating access for commuting families.
Kindergarten through Grade 12 (K–12) following the Philippine DepEd framework. Kindergarten includes Lower Kindergarten (LKG) and Higher Kindergarten (HKG); Elementary runs from Grade 1 to Grade 6; Secondary runs from Grade 7 to Grade 12.
Co-educational. The school serves boys and girls.
Office of Student Affairs provides student support, including admission, guidance and counseling, library and media resources, and health and wellness services. Specific dedicated SEN facilities are not listed in public materials.
The curriculum is DepEd-approved and aligned with the Philippine education system. the school is PAASCU-accredited.
No religious affiliation is stated.
A school-provided bus service is not advertised on PSB's public materials. Families typically arrange transport, with Bahrain's public transport network available for general commuting.
PSB is governed and operated by a Board of Directors elected from among the 28 PSB Association Members. The Ambassador or Head of Mission of the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain serves as Advisor to the Board.
The Philippine School Bahrain delivers the Philippine DepEd K-12 Basic Education Curriculum, approved by Bahrain's Ministry of Education, and is organized from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The curriculum includes Bahrain History across levels and Islamic Studies for Arab or Muslim students, as required by MOE. Life Skills Education Program (LSEP) is integrated into EsP to develop emotional intelligence and 21st-century competencies. The program is structured as Kindergarten (LKG and HKG), Elementary (Grade 1–6), and Secondary (Grade 7–12), aiming to prepare students for higher education and the workforce. The K-12 curriculum is recognized by Bahrain MOE and the Philippine Department of Education and is PAASCU-accredited.
PSB's curriculum includes the Life Skills Education Program (LSEP), which centers on the development of emotional intelligence. LSEP is part of Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao (EsP) and supports 21st-century skills within the DepEd framework. The school emphasizes enhancing students' socio-emotional skills to cope with daily life. The Office of Student Affairs promotes student empowerment, leadership, and responsible citizenship through student development programs and creates a conducive environment for well-being. Student Services includes guidance and counseling and health and wellness, supporting students' physical and social-emotional well-being.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions or a dedicated SEN department. The Office of Student Affairs provides guidance and counseling, health and wellness, and social-emotional wellness, indicating a focus on general welfare rather than SEN-specific support. The Life Skills Education Program (LSEP) centers on emotional intelligence rather than detailing SEN services. PSB is a DepEd K-12 school and PAASCU-accredited, but no SEN-specific provisions are publicly described. No explicit listing of SEN types or specialist SEN designation is publicly disclosed.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) support or language-specific programmes. The PSB site describes a DepEd-based curriculum but does not specify the language of instruction. A third-party listing notes that the language of instruction is English and Arabic. Publicly available PSB materials do not detail EAL staff or programmes. Therefore, EAL support details are not publicly disclosed.
The Office of Student Affairs promotes student well-being and provides health and wellness services, as well as student empowerment and leadership through development programs. The Life Skills Education Program (LSEP) within EsP centers on developing emotional intelligence. The curriculum and welfare focus support social-emotional wellness and coping with day-to-day challenges. The school states it aims to enhance socio-emotional skills to help students cope with life's day-to-day challenges. There is no separate, named mental-health programme in publicly disclosed materials.
Public information shows safeguarding elements are addressed via the Office of Student Affairs, focusing on safety and the well-being of students. There is no dedicated safeguarding policy page publicly disclosed on the PSB site. The Student Services page lists guidance and counseling as part of safeguarding-related support, along with health and wellness. The school's DepEd-based curriculum and PAASCU accreditation support general safety and welfare, but explicit safeguarding policies are not publicly described. For formal safeguarding policies and procedures, information is not publicly disclosed.
Step 1. Confirm eligibility and seat availability. The Philippine School Bahrain uses a DepEd-based curriculum approved by the Ministry of Education and follows the Philippine K to 12 framework. New students from DepEd-curriculum schools can transfer at any time upon presentation of valid required documents and payment of the prescribed fees, provided seats are available. New students from non-DepEd curriculum schools can join only at the beginning of each school year and must pass the interview and written assessments to confirm their suitability and proper grade placement, in addition to fulfilling the regular admission requirements.
Step 2. Prepare and submit the required documents. For Kindergarten to Grade 1, the application requires a completed Registration/Enrollment Form, a Philippine passport (original and photocopy), birth certificate, CPR (for both student and parents), health/medical/vaccination record, two passport-style photos, and a satisfactorily passed assessment. For Grades 2 to 11, applicants from DepEd curriculum schools must provide the Registration/Enrollment Form, Original SF9 Report Card, Authenticated SF10 Transcript of Records, Philippine passport copies, birth certificate, CPR, health/medical records, Certificate of Good Moral Character, two photos, and a satisfactorily passed assessment. Applicants from NON-DepEd curriculum schools must provide the Registration/Enrollment Form, Complete Record of Scholastic Performance, Leaving Certificate, Philippine passport copies, birth certificate, CPR, health/medical records, Certificate of Good Behavior, two photos, and a satisfactorily passed assessment.
Step 3. Undergo interviews and assessments (non-DepEd) and confirm grade placement. Non-DepEd applicants are required to undergo an interview and written assessments to confirm suitability and proper grade placement, in addition to fulfilling the regular admission requirements. Across eligible tracks, applicants must pass the assessment to continue in the admissions process. The phrasing “Satisfactorily passed the assessment” appears in the admission requirements for the relevant categories.
Step 4. Complete registration and enrollment after meeting requirements. Kindergarten to Grade 1 requires a completed Registration/Enrollment Form along with the other listed documents; Grades 2 to 11 require a completed Registration/Enrollment Form plus the corresponding set of academic records and identifications. After verification of documents and assessment results, the school completes the enrollment process and moves toward fee settlement. Prescribed fees must be paid as part of the enrollment steps.
Step 5. Final admission decision and enrollment confirmation. Once all documents are verified, the assessment is passed, and the regular admission requirements are satisfied, the applicant proceeds with enrollment and receives confirmation of admission. The admission requirements explicitly call out that eligibility depends on seats being available, assessment outcomes, and the fulfillment of the standard documents and fees.
Philippine School Bahrain does not publish a waitlist or pool system on its admissions information.
The New Indian School is located in Isa Town, Kingdom of Bahrain. Its mailing address is P.O. Box 33131, Isa Town. Isa Town is a residential suburb near central Manama and is accessible by main roads.
KG to Class 12 (Senior Secondary).
Co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not offered.
The school provides on-site health services via an on-site clinic. Public information does not detail dedicated SEN provisions; families with learning needs should contact the school to discuss support.
Bahrain.
Secular, the school does not have a religious affiliation.
Working days are Sunday to Thursday. Timings are 7:00 am to 2:00 pm.
The school offers a bus service with air-conditioned transport facilities. Specific routes and providers are not publicly listed.
Curriculum is aligned with the UAE Vision 2021. The New Indian School Ras Al Khaimah uses the SCERT curriculum for primary, secondary and higher secondary, with MOE Arabic, Islamic Education and UAE Social Studies integrated. The school teaches KG through Grade 12 in four phases: Phase 1 KG 4–6 years; Phase 2 Grade 1–5 (6–11 years); Phase 3 Grade 6–8 (12–14 years); Phase 4 Grade 9–12 (14–18 years). The KG curriculum is designed per UAE vision to promote preschool enrollment. In Higher Secondary, there are Science and Commerce streams with languages English and Malayalam/Hindi/Arabic, and subjects including Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Computer Science, Mathematics, plus options such as Computerized Accounting, Business Studies, Economics and Computer Applications; HSE I and HSE II examinations apply with TE/CE/PE assessments. SCERT-based assessment follows Terminal Evaluation, Continuous Evaluation, and Practical Evaluation, with grade distributions and a 90% attendance requirement for Higher Secondary students.
The New Indian School Bahrain has a Counseling Cell on campus to support students' social and emotional learning.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.
The New Indian School Bahrain uses English as the medium of instruction and follows an English-medium CBSE curriculum.
Wellbeing initiatives include a Wellbeing Champions program; the school held a Wellbeing competition and staff health/safety training, including a First Aid/ CPR workshop on 04 December 2025.
Safeguarding is supported by an on-site clinic and a counselling facility.
1. Registration timing and initial forms. Registration for admission to the new academic year opens on January 15 each year for all grades. A duly completed registration form must be submitted, and three copies of the child's passport with a valid UAE visa must be provided. Grade placement will be determined according to age and development, and parents should anticipate potential placement decisions based on these factors.
2. Grade placement and assessment. The school determines the most appropriate grade placement for each student using the child's age, academic progress, social and emotional development, and policy guidelines. A level-appropriate assessment may be required for new students to confirm the correct placement.
3. Documentation of previous schooling. All new students must provide official documentation of previous schooling, including the report card and test scores. Documents must be in English. Transfer Certificates from abroad should be attested by the country's Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and, if applicable, the UAE embassy.
4. Online enquiry and registration steps. To begin, fill in the Online Student Enquiry and Registration form. After submission you will receive an Enquiry Number; print or note this number for records and future correspondence. An acknowledgement email with the next steps will be sent to the email address provided.
5. Completing the registration and submitting documents. Once you have the Enquiry Number and have followed the online steps, you will submit the required documents to the Registrar and pay the non-refundable Registration Fee of AED 500 to proceed with the registration. The registration process is finalized when the documents are received and the fee is paid at the school.
No scholarships are described in the admissions materials for The New Indian School Ras Al-Khaimah.
There is no published waitlist or enrolment pool system described in the admissions materials.
The Indian School Bahrain operates across two campuses in Bahrain: the Isa Town Senior Campus and the Riffa Junior Campus. The Isa Town campus houses the upper grades (IV to XII), while the Riffa campus serves the lower grades (LKG to III). The Isa Town campus is located in Isa Town in the Southern Governorate, and the Riffa campus is in West Riffa. The campuses are accessible via Bahrain's road network, serving families from across the island.
The school is organized on two campuses with a grade split: Riffa Campus for early years (LKG to III) and Isa Town Campus for upper levels (IV to XII). This arrangement allows a progression from early years through to pre-university level across the two sites.
The Indian School Bahrain is a co-educational private CBSE-affiliated school. It operates as a day school with no publicly listed boarding facilities.
In Bahrain, mainstream schools receive SEN support under the Ministry of Education, and ISB follows national SEN policies for inclusive education. Specific internal SEN provisions at ISB are not publicly detailed.
The school follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), India, indicating an Indian country affiliation through its curriculum.
The Indian School Bahrain has no formal religious affiliation and operates as a secular, multi-national community school.
The Isa Town Campus typically runs Sunday to Thursday from about 7:25 am to 1:30 pm. The Riffa Campus typically runs Sunday to Thursday from about 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Friday is a different schedule in some cases, and Saturday is usually a non-teaching day.
ISB maintains its own transport system with five buses and three minivans, while the remaining ~200 buses are contracted to a Transport Operator. The Transport Department coordinates pickup and drop-off points and timings, and the school provides transport contacts for queries.
Uniforms are gender-specific: boys wear white plain shirts with navy blue trousers, and IX–XII wear a neck tie; primary pupils wear navy blue trousers/shorts. Girls wear white plain shirts with a navy pinafore; winter wear includes navy blue sweaters. Belts for boys must be black with a simple buckle, and belts for girls must be stitched to the pinafore.
The canteen is contracted and maintains a high level of hygiene in food preparation and distribution. Meals are available at an economical rate, and teachers monitor food and hygiene in the canteen. Tea or soft drinks are available on campus.
The school uses a house system for co-curricular activities. On PT days, students wear House T-Shirts to indicate house affiliation.
The Indian School Bahrain operates on two campuses: the Riffa campus (LKG–III) and the Isa Town campus (IV–XII). It is CBSE-affiliated (affiliation number 5230001) with an affiliation period from 2025 to 2030. The medium of instruction is English, and the CBSE curriculum is taught across all years from early years through senior secondary. In Class X, students sit the All India Secondary School Certificate Examination (AISSE); in Class XII, they sit the All India Senior School Certificate Examination (AISSCE). For senior secondary (Classes 11–12), ISB offers three streams—Science, Commerce, and Humanities—with CBSE-aligned subject groupings. Examination schedules published by the school show CBSE exams for Classes IX–XII, confirming ongoing senior secondary assessment.
The Indian School Bahrain provides Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) support through a dedicated Counselling Centre. A counselor is appointed to address student stress and emotional needs, offering a confidential space for students to express concerns. The counselling centre provides personal counseling and career counseling, supporting students in both well-being and future planning. It also serves as a platform for students to express themselves and be heard. The centre conducts the annual ISB Career Expo, which involves participation from universities and colleges and is attended by thousands of attendees, illustrating a structured approach to student guidance.
The Indian School Bahrain does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision. Public pages of the school do not indicate a dedicated SEN department or explicit SEN programs. Public-facing materials focus on general discipline, media of instruction, and CBSE affiliation rather than SEN services. The CBSE Mandatory Public Disclosure for the school provides general information but does not list SEN facilities or supports. Consequently, specifics about the kinds of SEN the school can support or whether it is a specialist SEN institution are not publicly disclosed. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN.
The medium of instruction at The Indian School Bahrain is English. There is no publicly available information about EAL-specific programs or language-acquisition support services. Public-facing materials do not mention an EAL department or targeted EAL interventions beyond English-medium instruction. Therefore, EAL-specific provisions are not publicly disclosed.
Mental wellbeing is supported through the Counselling Centre, which provides confidential personal counseling and career guidance to students. The counselor addresses stress and emotional issues, contributing to students' emotional resilience. The Counselling Centre offers a space for students to express concerns and seek support as part of a broader SEL framework. The ISB Career Expo also contributes to students' wellbeing by guiding future educational and career planning.
The Indian School Bahrain publicly documents a Code of Student Conduct that emphasizes a safe, respectful, and supportive school climate, contributing to safeguarding of students. There is no publicly disclosed, dedicated safeguarding policy page on publicly accessible ISB materials. The CBSE Mandatory Public Disclosure for the school provides general information but does not list safeguarding policies or procedures. Consequently, the school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies.
Step 1. Online Registration for admission. The process starts with online registration to initiate the applicant's file, and it is the formal entry point for both Isa Town Campus and Riffa Campus. The school notes that the overall admission procedure takes about 2–4 hours, with the exact timing depending on how smoothly the steps proceed at the campus office. Families should have ready the child's basic details and be prepared to move to the next step when prompted.
Step 2: Admission Test. For the new academic year, a single test covers all subjects studied in the previous year and is based on the full syllabus. For mid-session admissions, the test covers portions taught so far in The Indian School, Bahrain, with portions and guidance available for test portions. The test is conducted at the Office, at the campus relevant to the applicant.
Step 3: Admission Test Result. Results are announced at the Reception, where families can review whether the candidate qualifies to advance to the interview stage.
Step 4: Interview with the Vice Principal / Principal. The interview takes place in the Principal's office or the Vice Principal's office, depending on campus, and aims to assess fit, readiness, and additional context about the student's background.
Step 5: GR No., class, section, house, bus no., and Parents Membership No. are entered into the system based on the information sheet, processed at the Admission Desk.
Step 6: Fees Payment. Parents proceed to the Cashier to pay the required fees; receipts are issued and the student's records are updated accordingly.
Step 7: Bus badge collection. After payment, the bus badge is issued from the Transport desk for the student's transportation arrangement. Details of documents to be submitted at admission are also required: for LKG, UKG & I, submit copies of the passport's first and last pages and valid residence permit, CPR printout, vaccination records, one passport-sized photo, birth certificate (Bahraini nationals only), and the sibling yellow card with the latest fee receipt; for II–VIII, provide three sets of passport pages and CPR, original Transfer Certificate attested by the relevant authorities, original and copies of the latest mark sheet; for IX–XII, provide originals of Transfer Certificate and Mark Sheet (attested), immunization card, one passport photo, birth certificate (Bahraini nationals), and siblings' yellow card if applicable. The admission flow is the standard pathway used at both Isa Town and Riffa campuses, with the documentation requirements aligned to class level. This information is drawn from the school's published Admission Guidelines.
The Indian School Bahrain does not advertise scholarship programs within its published admissions materials.