Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School

Brunei

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Malay, Arabic

Fees BND 4,950 - 8,800

Ages 5 - 14 years

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding), Online/Hybrid

Opened 2017

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, British Curriculum, British Curriculum, Malaysian Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels

Taught languages Arabic, French, Spanish

Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Community and Service, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School offers a unique educational experience in Brunei Darussalam, seamlessly blending the British National Curriculum with rich Bruneian heritage and Islamic values. Established in 2017, the school is dedicated to shaping "God-conscious" global citizens through a personalized approach in its modern campus in Sungai Akar. The curriculum is rigorous yet values-driven, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSEs while fostering spiritual growth through daily practices like morning Dhikr and Quranic recitation.

Simpang 396-48-3 Jalan Kebangsaan, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

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The Essentials

Location

Bandar Seri Begawan, Negara Brunei Darussalam. The campus is located at Simpang 396-48-3, Jalan Kebangsaan, Kampung Sungai Akar, BC4115, Brunei. It sits in the Sungai Akar area of Brunei's capital region with access via the main roads serving Kampung Sungai Akar. The Brunei address places the school within the Brunei-Muara district and the Bandar Seri Begawan area.

Stages

The school operates three core levels: Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. The Early Years includes Pre-Kindy (KG1) and Kindy (KG2), followed by Reception and Year 1, then Year 2–4, and finally Year 5–9.

Type

Co-educational (mixed gender).

Additional learning support

Public materials do not list a dedicated SEN department or provisions. The school emphasises a safe, secure and supportive community and personalised learning as part of its core approach under The Miftah Way.

Country affiliation

Brunei (Negara Brunei Darussalam).

Religious affiliation

Islamic. The school is an Islamic international school and includes Arabic and Islamic Studies within its curriculum.

School day structure

The school week runs Monday to Friday. Daily start and end times vary by year group: Pre-Kindy/Kindy 7:45am–11:45am (Mon–Thu) and 7:45am–11:30am (Fri); Reception & Year 1 7:30am–1:30pm (Mon–Thu) and 7:30am–11:45am (Fri); Year 2–4 7:30am–2:15pm (Mon–Thu) and 7:30am–11:45am (Fri); Year 5–9 7:30am–3:15pm (Mon–Thu) and 7:30am–11:45am (Fri).

Bus service

A dedicated school bus service is not publicly advertised. Admissions can discuss transport options. The school's address is in Kampung Sungai Akar, Bandar Seri Begawan, and Brunei has bus services in the capital area, including routes serving Kampung Sungai Akar.

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Fees

Registration and application fees

- Registration fee (one‑time, new students): BND 200. This registration fee is non‑refundable.

Deposit

- Refundable deposit required to secure a place, by section:
- Early Years: BND 450.
- Primary: BND 700.
- Secondary: BND 850.
- Deposits are refundable on exit from the school (return of school property and settlement of outstanding accounts apply).

Tuition fees (options shown per year group)

- Payment options available: annual (one payment), termly (3 instalments), or monthly (11 instalments). The following fees are the published amounts by year group and by payment option:
- Pre‑Kindy: Annual BND 4,950; Termly BND 1,650; Monthly BND 450.
- Kindy: Annual BND 4,950; Termly BND 1,650; Monthly BND 450.
- Reception: Annual BND 6,050; Termly BND 2,016; Monthly BND 550.
- Year 1: Annual BND 6,600; Termly BND 2,200; Monthly BND 600.
- Year 2: Annual BND 7,150; Termly BND 2,383; Monthly BND 650.
- Year 3: Annual BND 7,700; Termly BND 2,566; Monthly BND 700.
- Years 4–6: Annual BND 8,250; Termly BND 2,750; Monthly BND 750.
- Years 7–9: Annual BND 8,800; Termly BND 2,933; Monthly BND 800.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition fees are billed annually before the start of the academic year. Instalment plans are offered to split that billed amount across either three termly payments or eleven monthly payments.
- Parents/guardians are required to provide written notice of withdrawal 90 days in advance. Tuition and fees remain payable for the full notice period. Overdue fees procedures include reminders and potential suspension or termination of enrollment if fees remain unpaid beyond the stated deadlines.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for the school; boarding is not applicable.

Other costs and typical ancillary fees

- Learning resources / resource fees (listed by category):
- Early Years resources: BND 250.
- Primary resources: BND 300.
- Secondary resources: BND 350.
- Activity pack / activity‑pack/worksheets (section pages list activity pack amounts which may be charged per year group):
- Early Years activity pack: BND 145.
- Primary/Secondary activity pack: BND 190.
- Uniforms and sportswear (examples of published prices):
- Pre‑Kindy to Year 1: Top BND 20; Bottom BND 20.
- Year 2 to Year 6: Top BND 30; Bottom BND 15.
- Secondary uniform: Top BND 30; Bottom BND 30; Neck tie BND 15; Shawl BND 15.
- Sports Dri‑Fit top BND 20; bottom BND 15; hijab BND 12. Jacket: kid size BND 40, adult size BND 45.
- Optional insurance and small miscellaneous charges are published on section pages (example: optional insurance BND 10).

Refunds and withdrawal

- Registration fee (BND 200) is non‑refundable.
- Deposits are refundable on exit, subject to return of school property and clearance of outstanding charges.
- Refunds of tuition, if applicable, are processed at the end of the notice period. Tuition refunds are calculated on a pro‑rata basis by the number of school days; learning‑resource fees may be non‑refundable in certain circumstances (for example, after re‑enrolment or where resources have been consumed). Parents remain financially responsible for fees during the required notice period.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include cash, cheque and bank transfer. Receipts can be provided on request. Instalment schedules (annual, termly or monthly) are available to parents/guardians.

Academics

Curriculum

Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School uses the British National Curriculum for core academic subjects, with SPN21 Malay and IQRA International for Arabic and Islamic Studies. The Early Years curriculum is play-based and child-centered, with routines such as morning dhikr and daily duas to foster a sense of belonging. In Primary, learning is organized around a big idea each half-term, with year-group themes that integrate English, Science, Geography, History, Art and Design & Technology, and a Bruneian context. The Secondary program builds on the primary curriculum with subject-specialist teachers and places a strong emphasis on Islamic values and character development. Current provision runs from Pre-Kindy (KG1) to Year 9; the academic year runs from August to July and placements align with International and UK standards.

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Admissions

Scholarships

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Waitlist

The school publishes rolling admissions, accepting applications throughout the year and admitting students at any time. There is no published waitlist or pool system.

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FAQs

Where is Miftah An‑Nur Islamic International School located and which ages do you accept?

The school is in Bandar Seri Begawan, Kampung Sungai Akar (Simpang 396‑48‑3, Jalan Kebangsaan, BC4115) in Brunei Darussalam, and it admits children aged 5 to 14 (Pre‑Kindy/KG1 through Year 9).

What curriculum do you follow and how are Islamic and Bruneian elements included?

Miftah An‑Nur teaches the British National Curriculum for core subjects while integrating SPN21 Malay and IQRA International for Arabic and Islamic Studies, and embeds Bruneian context and daily Islamic routines such as morning dhikr and Quranic recitation into learning programs.

Is the school co‑educational and what is the weekly schedule?

The school is co‑educational and operates Monday to Friday; daily start and finish times vary by year group with Pre‑Kindy/Kindy typically 7:45am–11:45am (Mon–Thu) and Years 5–9 finishing as late as 3:15pm (Mon–Thu), while Fridays have earlier finishes for all year groups.

What are the registration and deposit requirements when applying?

A one‑time, non‑refundable registration fee of BND 200 is required for new students, and a refundable deposit is needed to secure a place: Early Years BND 450, Primary BND 700, and Secondary BND 850, refundable on exit subject to return of school property and settlement of outstanding accounts.

How are tuition bills scheduled and what payment methods do you accept?

Tuition is billed annually before the start of the academic year and may be spread via termly (3 instalments) or monthly (11 instalments) plans; accepted payment methods include cash, cheque and bank transfer, with receipts available on request.

Do you operate rolling admissions or is there a waitlist or scholarship program?

The school operates rolling admissions and accepts applications throughout the year; there is no published waitlist system and no scholarship programme is listed.

What is the Early Years approach to learning?

Early Years is play‑based and child‑centred, with routines such as morning dhikr and daily duas to foster belonging, and learning structured to promote social, emotional and foundational academic skills.

How does the Secondary programme build on Primary learning?

Secondary provision offers subject‑specialist teachers, an expanded Key Stage 3 curriculum that includes up to 12 subjects plus a Wellbeing Curriculum, and continued emphasis on Islamic values and character development preparing students for future Cambridge IGCSE pathways.

What academic facilities are available on the Sungai Akar campus?

The new campus (opened in 2023) provides dedicated classrooms for daily teaching, a Prayer Room, a Creative Art Room, an Indoor Playroom and child‑friendly washrooms to support pupils' learning and wellbeing.

When was the current campus opened and who was involved in the inauguration?

The Sungai Akar campus opened in 2023 and was formally inaugurated in a ribbon‑cutting ceremony on 5 November 2023 with royal involvement from the school's founders and patrons.

What kinds of co‑curricular activities and clubs are offered?

The school runs a variety of co‑curricular clubs and extracurricular activities showcased in the ECA Gallery, designed to broaden academic, creative and leadership opportunities beyond the classroom.

What arts and performance opportunities do students have?

Art, Music and Drama are part of the Key Stage 3 curriculum and are supported by a dedicated Creative Art Room, with design and creative media elements integrated into learning to build students' creative skills.

How does the school support student wellbeing and pastoral care?

Miftah An‑Nur has a Head of Wellbeing and a Head of Inclusion, formal wellbeing policies, a Wellbeing Curriculum in Key Stage 3, and published safeguarding and anti‑bullying frameworks to promote emotional and physical welfare.

What SEN and inclusion support is in place for students with additional needs?

The school appoints a Head of Inclusion (Makayla Carty) and states that inclusion is embedded in policies and practice; while it provides structured support and ensures equal access during activities, it does not present itself as a specialist SEN institution and specific specialist provisions are not detailed.

What safeguarding measures are in place at the school?

There is a Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy, a Designated Safeguarding Lead with named contacts, safer‑recruitment practices including appropriate checks, and staff training and procedures to report and manage safeguarding concerns.

Is boarding available at Miftah An‑Nur?

No boarding provision is listed for the school; boarding is not applicable and there are no boarding fees published.

What is the school's uniform policy and are there specific requirements by year group?

Uniform is required for all pupils; Early Years may wear regular or PE uniform with comfortable footwear, while Years 1–8 wear regular uniform daily with PE kit on PE days. Tudong is mandatory for girls from Year 2 (purple hijab Years 2–6, plain black hijab Year 7) and plain black shoes/trainers and black socks are required, with an official Miftah jacket permitted.

What food and allergy policies does the school follow?

The school follows a Healthy Eating Policy, provides healthy options in the cafeteria and at events, and accommodates allergies and dietary requirements; nuts are not allowed and water is encouraged, with guidelines to avoid junk food during celebrations.

Who founded the school and what is its brief history?

Miftah An‑Nur was founded in 2017 by Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Haji Muhammad Ruzaini bin Pengiran Dr Haji Mohd Yakub and Her Royal Highness Princess Hajah Hafizah Sururul Bolkiah as a Bruneian Islamic international school blending international standards with Bruneian values, and the founders also launched related charitable ventures such as the Zahara Charity Foundation.

How does the school engage with families and the wider community?

Parents and families are actively involved through testimonials, participation in events and charitable initiatives; the school runs community service activities such as donations to humanitarian causes and collaborates with institutions that support student and community learning.

What are the tuition fees at Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School?

Annual tuition at Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School ranges from BND 4,950 to BND 8,800 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.

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