British School of Bahrain

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.

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).

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The school supports Social and Emotional Learning through a Support 360 wellbeing programme led by the well-being team, with three dedicated school counsellors; Form Teachers act as the first point of contact for pastoral matters, and Heads and Deputy Heads provide additional support alongside counselling and academic staff, with collaboration from external agencies as needed.

The SENDA policy confirms inclusive education for all students aged 3–18, with provision for communication and interaction, cognition and learning, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, and sensory/physical needs; SENCOs are named for Senior, Junior, and Infant sections, and support is planned and reviewed using the graduated APDR cycle.

The English and Additional Language (EAL) Policy states that EAL students are entitled to the full BSB programmes, with all teachers responsible for enabling them to learn English alongside other subjects; language needs should be identified and planned for in curriculum planning, and EAL students have access to Learning Support and other programmes when appropriate.

Mental wellbeing is supported via Support 360, a holistic wellbeing service on the campus, delivered by the well-being team and including counselling services; it brings together counselling professionals, pastoral and academic staff, and external agencies to address emotional and social development.

Safeguarding and Child Protection are governed by the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, with Designated Safeguarding Leads for the Senior, Junior, and Infant schools and a Deputy DSL; staff training is mandatory, and clear procedures exist for reporting concerns and coordinating with external agencies.

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.

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.