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British School of Bahrain

Bahrain, Manama

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BHD 3,216 - 8,649
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2900
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 11

Building 1080, Road 1425, Block 1014, Hamala, Bahrain

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The Essentials

British School of Bahrain has 2,900 pupils, typical class sizes of 11, instruction in English.

Location
The British School of Bahrain is located in Hamala, Bahrain, on a single-site campus within the Manama area. The campus is purpose-built with modern facilities designed to support a British international curriculum. It has convenient access to transport links across Bahrain.

Stages
BSB serves students aged 3 to 18 and is organized into four academic stages: Kindergarten/Infant School (Nursery to Year 2), Elementary/Junior School (Years 3–6), Senior School (Years 7–11), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13).

Type
BSB is a co-educational, day school. It operates as a private international school and does not offer boarding.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body includes representation from more than 90 nationalities, indicating a highly international cohort. The most represented nationalities and the local-to-international ratio are not published publicly.

Additional learning support
BSB provides pastoral care and promotes inclusion for a diverse school community. Public information about formal SEN provisions at the school is not published; Bahrain's Ministry of Education supports inclusive education in mainstream schools.

Country affiliation
The curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales and the school is a British overseas school accredited by the British Schools Overseas (BSO); it is part of Inspired Education.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation published for the school; the community is described as diverse and inclusive, with emphasis on mutual respect for different beliefs.

School day structure
The school day typically runs from around 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with variations by year group. Breaks and lunch arrangements are not published publicly; families should confirm exact timings with Admissions.

Bus service
BSB provides a school bus service with routes across Bahrain and to Al Khobar in Saudi Arabia. Buses are operated by an experienced team of drivers and bus nannies, and are managed by the Transportation Team; contact transport@thebsbh.com for registration and route details.
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Fees

Annual tuition at British School of Bahrain ranges from BHD 3,216 to BHD 8,649 for 2026/27.

Registration and application fees

- Registration Fee (non-refundable): BHD 100.000.
- Book / e-resources deposit (refundable): BHD 50.000.
- Application Fee: BHD 50.000.

Tuition fees (2025/26) — fees shown per term and per year

- Nursery (ages 3–4): BHD 1,072.000 per term — BHD 3,216.000 per year.
- Reception (ages 4–5): BHD 1,417.000 per term — BHD 4,251.000 per year.
- Year 1 (ages 5–6): BHD 1,417.000 per term — BHD 4,251.000 per year.
- Year 2 (ages 6–7): BHD 1,417.000 per term — BHD 4,251.000 per year.
- Year 3 (ages 7–8): BHD 1,612.000 per term — BHD 4,836.000 per year.
- Year 4 (ages 8–9): BHD 1,636.000 per term — BHD 4,908.000 per year.
- Year 5 (ages 9–10): BHD 1,697.000 per term — BHD 5,091.000 per year.
- Year 6 (ages 10–11): BHD 1,697.000 per term — BHD 5,091.000 per year.
- Year 7 (ages 11–12): BHD 2,023.000 per term — BHD 6,069.000 per year.
- Year 8 (ages 12–13): BHD 2,057.000 per term — BHD 6,171.000 per year.
- Year 9 (ages 13–14): BHD 2,152.000 per term — BHD 6,456.000 per year.
- Year 10 (ages 14–15): BHD 2,252.000 per term — BHD 6,756.000 per year.
- Year 11 (ages 15–16): BHD 2,252.000 per term — BHD 6,756.000 per year.
- Year 12 / Lower 6th (ages 16–17): BHD 2,855.000 per term — BHD 8,565.000 per year.
- Year 13 / Upper 6th (ages 17–18): BHD 2,883.000 per term — BHD 8,649.000 per year.

Educational technology fees

- AI fee: BHD 20.000.
- VR fee: BHD 20.000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition must be paid in full at the start of the academic year or according to the school's payment-plan instalment schedule.
- Instalment schedule (invoice date → due date):
- First instalment: Invoice date 18 May 2025 → Due date 17 June 2025.
- Second instalment: Invoice date 12 October 2025 → Due date 11 November 2025.
- Third instalment: Invoice date 18 January 2026 → Due date 17 February 2026.
- Enrolment for a new academic year carries the obligation to pay the full tuition for that year unless one full term's written notice of withdrawal is provided. If less than one term's notice is given, a full term's fees are payable in lieu of notice.

Boarding fees

- The school does not operate on‑campus boarding and no boarding fees are listed. Senior students are guaranteed entry to Inspired premium boarding schools if required.

Other costs and optional charges

- Uniforms are available for purchase at the BSB Uniform Shop (hours and contact details provided by the school); specific uniform prices are set by the uniform shop.
- Bus service is available across Bahrain and to Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia; bus-route coverage is published and bus fees are managed through the Transportation Team (contact details provided). Specific bus fees are not listed on the fee schedule.
- Some extracurricular clubs and activities incur no additional cost, while other activities and trips may carry separate charges; those charges are not detailed in the tuition schedule above.

Refund information and deposits

- The Registration Fee (BHD 100.000) is explicitly non‑refundable.
- The Book / e‑resources deposit (BHD 50.000) is refundable.
- Withdrawal rules: one full term's written notice is required to avoid payment of a full term's fees in lieu of notice.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Preferred payment methods: FAWATEER, bank transfer, payments via BFC, or cheque. Electronic transfers are accepted; parents are requested to quote the invoice number and student name and to submit the transaction receipt to the Accounts Department. Cash and cheques should not be directly deposited to the school's bank account. All tuition fees must be paid at the Accounts Office in accordance with the invoice due date.
Academics

British School of Bahrain teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The British School of Bahrain follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales, adapted for an international context and Bahrain, and is organized into Infant (EYFS Nursery–Reception; Key Stage 1 Year 1–2), Junior (Key Stage 2 Year 3–6), and Senior (Key Stages 3–5: KS3 Years 7–9, KS4 Years 10–11, KS5 Years 12–13). English is the language of instruction; Arabic is a core subject taught in sets, with French offered as a language option in the Primary School. At Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11), students may study GCSE, IGCSE, or BTEC qualifications. In Sixth Form (Years 12–13), the school offers International A Levels, A Levels, and BTEC diplomas, with a wide range of subjects including International A Level offerings such as Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography and Computer Science. The curriculum is complemented by a broad co-curricular program, and Arabic language and Islamic Studies options are provided where applicable.
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Admissions

Admissions
Registration: To register for a place, complete the online Application Form and submit it with the required documents: child's passport; child's CPR card (if available); copies of both parents' passports and CPR cards (if available); child's immunisation record; passport-sized photo of the child; child's school report; previous school transfer certificate (if available). An Application Fee of 50 BD is payable. Sixth Form applicants attending a non-British school must include certificates of alternative qualifications. Assessment: Infant School applicants are assessed on Readiness for School, which evaluates English language development, social skills and behaviour. Children applying to Year 1 and Year 2 sit assessments in Math and English and are evaluated on social skills, behaviour and ability to sustain a conversation. From Year 3 upwards, applicants sit an online entrance assessment under exam conditions; assessments comprise a mathematics section, an English section and a Non-Verbal Reasoning section followed by a written task. After the application is completed, each student must successfully complete age-appropriate assessments. Enrolment: To begin the enrolment process, successful applicants must sign the Parent-School Agreement (PSA); pay a non-refundable Registration Fee of 100 BD; pay a Book Deposit Fee of 50 BD. Please note that the school must receive all documentation and fees before finalising enrolment. Admission: Upon admission to the school, new students will be introduced to their class teacher and members of the Pastoral Team. The first term is probationary and students will be well supported during this time. Follow the links below to view the Ministry of Education's application requirements for relocating to Bahrain or transferring from schools within Bahrain.

Scholarships
BSB Scholars Programme recognises talent across disciplines and is open to exceptional learners ready to shine in academics, music, sports, arts, and drama. Scholarship categories: Academic, Music, Sports, Arts, Drama. Benefits include tuition fee remission for outstanding talent from Year 3 onwards and opportunities for advanced development, including enrichment activities, specialist coaching and personalised guidance; additional benefits apply according to scholarship type. Eligibility: scholarships are open to both current and prospective students from Year 3 onwards. DEADLINE: Applications close 30 December 2025. ANNOUNCEMENT: Selected Scholars announced in February 2026. How to apply: submit your application online to admissions@thebsbh.com, showcase talent via assessment, audition, or portfolio, attend an interview with our panel, and receive the scholarship and ongoing support.
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