Al Mahd School vs New Generation Private School

	A Al Mahd School Manama, Bahrain	N New Generation Private School Manama, Bahrain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year BHD 885 - 1,960	Fees / year BHD 1,250 - 1,925
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 16 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 40	Pupils —
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Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Al Mahd School operates in the Kingdom of Bahrain with three campuses: Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa. The Saar campus is located in Saar, the Samaheej campus serves the Samaheej area, and the Riffa campus serves the East Riffa area. The school serves over 2,800 students across these campuses.	Location New Generation Private School is located in Juffair, in the capital area of Manama, Bahrain. The campus sits on a 10,000 sqm plot with a built-up area of 21,000 sqm, in a central neighbourhood with easy road access. There is dedicated bus parking and the school works with an external transport provider to serve families across Bahrain.
Stages	Stages The curriculum is divided into four levels: Kindergarten (K.G. 1 and K.G. 2), Junior School (Grade 1–6) following the Cambridge International Primary Programme, Middle School (Grade 7–8) following the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, and Senior School (Grade 9–10) preparing students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The Junior School is described as a full-day program from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm, with the Cambridge Primary framework used to guide learning. The Cambridge Curricula link seamlessly from Primary to Lower Secondary and then to IGCSE in Senior School.	Stages Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery to Reception) for children aged 3 to 5. Primary and Middle School cover Key Stage 1 and 2, with a progression to Grade 9.
School type	School type The school presents itself as a British-curriculum, Cambridge-based day school operating across three Bahraini campuses and offering day-boarding traditions; external directories list it as co-educational.	School type Co-educational day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Publicly available data do not specify nationality mix. The school serves a large, international student body across three Bahraini campuses and describes its environment as globally oriented, with over 2,800 students in total.	Pupil nationality mix The school represents 32 nationalities. Bahraini students constitute about 77% of the student body, with non-Bahraini students making up about 23%.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Guidance and counselling services are referenced for student support. The site does not describe a dedicated SEN department or named SEN facilities, so formal special-education provisions are not specified in public pages.	Additional learning support NGPS provides support through two social counselors. It emphasises inclusive education, but specific SEN provisions are not published in public materials.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Country affiliation: Kingdom of Bahrain.	Country affiliation British affiliation; Cambridge curriculum; COBIS accreditation.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation publicly indicated for the school.	Religious affiliation Islamic Bahraini values are embedded in the school community; the majority of students are Muslim; it is not a religious school.
School day structure	School day structure The Junior School day runs from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. The senior and middle school day structures are not specified in detail on the public pages.	School day structure The day for Primary and Middle School starts at 07:00 with an assembly for G1 to G9. There are two breaks during the day; school ends at 13:30 for bus students and at 13:45 for car pickup.
Bus service details	Bus service details A transport service is available by arrangement for the convenience of parents; it is not an obligatory service and the school sets transport guidelines to ensure safety and timeliness. Bus numbers, schedules, and routes are managed by the school's transport policy.	Bus service details Transportation across Bahrain is provided via an external independent transport company; there is a dedicated parking area for school buses; transport registration is through the Finance Department at 17235000 or 77235000; bus rules include seat belts and restrictions on eating or distracting the driver.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - Registration fee (one-time, non-refundable): BD 25.000. - Annual fee (non-refundable): BD 50.000. Grade-wise fees (Textbook fee — annual; Tuition fee — monthly; Annual equivalent = monthly × 12) All figures below are in Bahraini Dinar (BD). The school publishes a separate annual Text Books Fee and a monthly Tuition Fee for each grade. The monthly tuition is payable in advance each month. The figures listed are: Text Books Fees (Annual) — Tuition Fees (Monthly) — Annual equivalent (calculated). - LKG: BD 45.000 — BD 78.500 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 942.000. - HKG: BD 45.000 — BD 78.500 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 942.000. - Grade I: BD 55.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade II: BD 65.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade III: BD 80.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade IV: BD 85.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade V: BD 90.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade VI: BD 95.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade VII: BD 105.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800. - Grade VIII: BD 110.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800. - Grade IX: BD 120.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800. - Grade X: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200. - Grade XI: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200. - Grade XII: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are payable in advance on a monthly basis. Fees must be paid on or before the 10th of each month. Late fees are charged at BD 0.100 per day after the due date. If the 10th is a school holiday, late fees are applied from the 12th of the month instead of the 11th. Fees must be paid with the school fees card. - Fee collection timings at the school office: Sunday to Thursday 7:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - If fees remain unpaid for two months, the student's name may be struck off the rolls; re-admission will be at the school's discretion and will incur a re-admission fee of BD 10 in addition to all due tuition for the months in which re-admission is sought. One month's advance notice is required to withdraw any paid facility. Boarding / residential fees - No boarding or separate residential fees are published in the school's fee schedule. The school is identified in public materials as a day/day-boarding institution, but no residential/boarding fee lines appear in the published fee structure. No specific boarding fees are listed. Other costs and miscellaneous fees - Text Books Fee (annual) is charged per grade as listed above and is separate from monthly tuition. - Uniform: Uniform must be purchased from designated suppliers; the sports uniform is provided by the school and parents are requested to deposit the uniform price at the school office with the fees. Specific uniform prices are not listed in the published fee information. - Bus: the published fee notes reference a bus fee (for example, parents proceeding on leave must pay fees for the following leave month(s) along with the bus fee), but no bus-fee tariff is published in the fee schedule. - Re-admission fee: BD 10 (charged at time of re-admission in addition to outstanding dues). Late-payment penalty: BD 0.100 per day. Refunds and cancellation - Fees once paid are not refundable. Registration and Annual fees are explicitly stated as non-refundable in the published fee schedule. Payment options and contact details - No specific payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, online gateway) are published in the school's fee schedule. Published contact points for fee or finance inquiries are the campus phone numbers and the school email; parents may use those contacts for confirmation of accepted payment methods and to arrange payments. Contact details published for the school include: Saar +973 17792422; Samaheej +973 17479040; East Riffa +973 17620730; email almahdschool@gmail.com. Key enforceable points (summary) - All fees shown are in Bahraini Dinar (BD). Registration BD 25.000 and Annual Fee BD 50.000 are non-refundable. Monthly tuition is payable in advance by the 10th of each month; late fee BD 0.100 per day applies. Textbook fees are charged annually per grade as listed. Fees once paid are not refundable; failure to pay for two months may lead to removal from rolls and re-admission charges. Uniform and bus fees are charged but specific tariffs for those items are not published in the fee schedule.	Fee details Application and Registration Fees - Registration fee for new students: BHD 65. - New-student assessment fee: BHD 35. Tuition — Advance termly payment option (three-term structure) - KG: Annual tuition BHD 1,250; three-term instalment BHD 417; books paid in advance BHD 80. First instalment + books payable upon successful registration (July 2025). - KG1: Annual tuition BHD 1,400; three-term instalment BHD 467; books paid in advance BHD 100. - KG2: Annual tuition BHD 1,500; three-term instalment BHD 500; books paid in advance BHD 100. Second instalment payable on 12 December 2025. - Grade 1–5: Annual tuition BHD 1,675; three-term instalment BHD 558; books paid in advance BHD 125. - Grade 6–8: Annual tuition BHD 1,825; three-term instalment BHD 608; books paid in advance BHD 150. Third instalment payable on 12 March 2026. - Grade 9–10: Annual tuition BHD 1,925; three-term instalment BHD 642; books paid in advance BHD 150. Tuition — Monthly instalment option (9-installment structure) - KG: Total session tuition BHD 1,350; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 122; books paid in advance BHD 80. - KG1: Total session tuition BHD 1,550; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 144; books paid in advance BHD 100. - KG2: Total session tuition BHD 1,650; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 156; books paid in advance BHD 100. - Grade 1–5: Total session tuition BHD 1,725; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 164; books paid in advance BHD 125. - Grade 6–8: Total session tuition BHD 1,898; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 183; books paid in advance BHD 150. - Grade 9–10: Total session tuition BHD 1,998; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 194; books paid in advance BHD 150. Examination and assessment charges - Cambridge Checkpoint fee: BHD 50 (applicable for Grade 5 and Grade 8). - Cambridge IGCSE: BHD 55 per subject (to be paid in advance). Billing schedule and payment terms - For the three-term option: instalment due dates are staggered (first instalment and books due on successful registration in July, second instalment due 12 December, third instalment due 12 March). - For the 9-installment option: the first fee is payable on registration; subsequent monthly instalments are to be paid within the first week of the relevant month or as agreed with the Accounts Department. - All fees are to be paid to the Accounts Department via Cash, Card and BenefitPay. Parents are required to settle payment before enrollment. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed. Boarding is not applicable. Other costs and requirements - Textbooks: books are mandatory, must be purchased from the school, and the cost of textbooks is non-refundable; the school lists a books-paid-advance charge by year group as noted above. - Uniforms: specific uniform items are required by year group (Nursery–KG2 and Grade 1–9 lists of shirts, bottoms, ties, footwear, and optional vest/coat details). Uniform item prices are not listed. - Transportation, meals and canteen charges are handled separately (transportation details are provided on the school's transportation information page). Refund information and withdrawal terms - Application form acceptance and registration fees are non-refundable. Textbook costs are non-refundable. - Withdrawal refunds schedule: - If withdrawal is made before 15 August, the school will retain BHD 250 and refund the balance. - If withdrawal is made between 16 August and the first day of school, no refund will be made. - If withdrawal is made within the first 21 days of school, 70% of the second instalment will be refundable. - If withdrawal is made on October 1st or thereafter, no refund of the second instalment will be made. - Outstanding fees must be cleared before registration for the next academic year; the school may withhold report cards/student files or refuse entry if fees are not settled, and reserves the right to take action in case of non-payment. Fee payment options and contact for accounts - Accepted payment methods: Cash, Card, BenefitPay at the Accounts Department. For admissions and fee enquiries use the school admissions email: admissions@ngisbahrain.com or the main contact numbers.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are mandatory for regular days and school events and must be purchased from designated suppliers; the sports uniform is provided by the school and paid for at the office. Girls wear Summer: KG to Grade 6 grey pinafore with a light blue shirt; Grade 7 to 11 grey skirt with a light blue shirt; Winter adds a navy cardigan or blazer with the school logo. Boys wear Summer: KG to Grade 4 grey shorts with a light blue shirt; Grade 5 onward grey trousers with a light blue shirt; Winter adds a navy cardigan or blazer; plain black leather shoes are required.	Uniform requirement Nursery to KG2: White shirt with school emblem; striped grey shorts for boys or striped grey skirt for girls; red-and-white striped tie; white socks and black shoes. Grade 1 to Grade 9: Girls wear white shirt with emblem, striped grey skirt, striped grey vest coat, red-and-white striped tie, white socks and black shoes; boys wear white shirt with emblem, striped grey trousers, red-and-white striped tie, black shoes. The uniform uses a grey and white colour scheme with red stripes to foster a sense of unity and school identity.
Food options	Food options The canteen operates during school hours and junk food is strictly prohibited. Parents may send light refreshments with their child, or students may purchase items from the school canteen.	Food options New Generation Private School operates a small canteen with water, juice and snacks. The school encourages students to bring lunch from home to support healthy eating, and activities promote healthy lifestyles. A waste management corner near the canteen supports recycling and waste awareness.
House system	House system The school uses a four-house system: Aradous, Awal, Dilmun, and Tylos. Each pupil is assigned to a House at admission, and a Champion House Trophy is awarded for inter-house competitions, academics and discipline.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is privately owned. The Founder Chairman is H.E. Habib Ahmed Kassim, who chairs Al Mahd School and Al Mahd Investment Company; the leadership team includes a General Manager and a Principal. The school operates across three campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa.	Governance and ownership NGPS describes itself as an independent organization. Admissions and policy matters reference an Advisory Board that governs the school. There is no information indicating that NGPS is part of a larger group of schools.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Al Mahd School in Bahrain delivers a Cambridge-based international curriculum across four stages: Kindergarten (KG 1–2), Junior School (Grade 1–6), Middle School (Grade 7–8) and Senior School (Grade 9–10). Kindergarten provides a development-oriented, activity-based program in English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic, with continuous assessment and a pathway to the British curriculum by age five. The Junior School follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), focusing on Mathematics, English and Science, with external benchmarking and progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Middle School uses the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (Grade 7–8), designed to link with the primary programme and prepare students for Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Senior School prepares students for IGCSE, offering Core and Extended routes and the International Certificate of Education (ICE) Diploma after seven IGCSEs, along with non-exam components in Physical Education, Religious Education and Citizenship.	Curriculum details NGPS Bahrain offers a British-based education from Nursery through Year 9, structured around the Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) and Key Stages 1–3 (Years 1–9). The Primary curriculum centers on core English, Mathematics, and Science, with English taught under the Cambridge English framework; Mathematics and Science use Singaporean approaches; Foundation subjects include Social Studies, Art, Music, Physical Education, Information Technology, Arabic, French, and Life Skills, with Islamic education available to those who need it. NGPS identifies itself as an IBMYP/IBDP Candidate School for Nursery–Year 9, indicating alignment with International Baccalaureate frameworks. Assessments follow a three-term year with two term exams per term, preceded by a September diagnostic to determine placement and teaching approaches. The school carries Cambridge Accreditation, Bahrain Ministry of Education accreditation, and COBIS accreditation.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school uses a rights-based framework in School Life that supports student welfare and personal development, including the right to education, the right to develop one's personality, and freedom from abuse. A Discipline Committee governs behaviour, and cases are handled in consultation with the parents and a counsellor, indicating access to pastoral support within the school's procedures. The site does not describe a distinct, formal SEL curriculum or dedicated SEL staff; wellbeing provisions are described in general terms within disciplinary and rights-focused guidance. Counselling is explicitly referenced as part of disciplinary processes, including students being advised to meet the counsellor in suitable cases. Overall, the school emphasizes a respectful, safe environment and personal development as core aspects of its approach to student wellbeing.	Social & emotional learning NGPS Bahrain supports Social and Emotional Learning through two social counselors and by delivering wellbeing-focused assemblies and student clubs that foster self-esteem, public speaking, healthy relationships, anti-bullying, and related themes.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision, staff, or facilities. There is no described SEN department or specialist SEN institution on the publicly accessible pages. The curriculum page notes that the programme is suitable for learners who are not native English speakers, indicating language support is integrated for non-native English speakers rather than a separate SEN service. There is no explicit detail about which specific SEN needs the school can support. Based on available information, formal SEN specifics are not publicly disclosed by the school.	Special educational needs (SEN) NGPS states that it places equal importance on learners with varying needs but does not have facilities to support SEN, and may refuse admission if a student's needs require services NGPS cannot provide.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The curriculum page states that the programme is designed to meet the needs of learners who are not native English speakers, indicating language support is considered within general programming rather than a separate EAL department. No dedicated EAL program or staff are described beyond this language-skill accommodation. The school presents itself as accessible to students of various nationalities and backgrounds, with an emphasis on supporting non-native English speakers within IGCSE planning. There is no additional information about specific EAL courses, tutoring, or language levels published publicly. The available evidence suggests embedded language support rather than a standalone EAL program.	English as an additional language NGPS indicates students are bi-lingual and provides English-language instruction with library resources in English and Arabic; there is no publicly disclosed dedicated EAL program.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is not described as a separate, formal programme. The rights-based guidance includes protection from physical and mental abuse, indicating a safeguarding-oriented environment for emotional safety. The presence of a counsellor within disciplinary procedures implies access to emotional support for students when needed. There are no publicly documented mindfulness or dedicated wellbeing initiatives beyond these references. Overall, mental wellbeing appears to be addressed within general pastoral and safeguarding-oriented structures rather than via a standalone mental health programme.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported by two social counselors and by wellbeing-oriented activities such as morning assemblies that address self-esteem and topics like healthy relationships and environment.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is reflected in the rights-based School Life guidance, which protects students' safety and freedom from abuse. The disciplinary framework notes that serious cases may involve consultation with the counsellor, illustrating an embedded safeguarding-support mechanism within student conduct processes. No separate, formal safeguarding policy or designated safeguarding lead is described in publicly accessible pages. The school emphasizes a safe and respectful environment, with procedural support for student welfare through counselling as part of disciplinary actions. Based on current publicly available information, explicit safeguarding policy details beyond rights and counselling involvement are not disclosed.	Safeguarding Safeguarding is addressed through an external transport company operating under strict child-safeguarding rules and the school maintains an on-site nurse to support students' health.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Al Mahd School operates three campuses in Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It began in October 1997 with 40 students and now serves over 2800 students. Cambridge International Examinations International Center Status was awarded in 2004. The school has modern facilities including science laboratories and audio-visual rooms to support its learning programs. It follows an international Cambridge based curriculum across all key stages.	Facilities overview The NGPS campus is located in Juffair, Bahrain, on a 10,000 sqm plot with a built-up area of 21,000 sqm and a capacity of 675 students. The school has 29 classrooms, 2 labs (1 computer lab and 1 science lab), 1 library, 1 multipurpose hall, 1 football field, and two separate playgrounds for Early Years and Key Stages, with dedicated parking for school buses. Classrooms are equipped with smart boards to create interactive lessons and to support collaboration. The campus provides a safe, stimulating and supportive environment for learning.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sports Day is part of school life, with annual events such as Sports Day and talent showcases. The school introduces a day boarding approach to support teaching and learning in an international setting. The school emphasizes physical education as a core element of student life.	Sports facilities There is a football field and basketball fields for outdoor sport. A multipurpose hall supports indoor activities and events.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school follows an international Cambridge based curriculum across all levels. Kindergarten uses a development oriented international program with English, Mathematics, Arabic, Environmental Studies and other activities and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum by age five. The Junior School (Grade 1 6) follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme, with progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE and structured reporting. The Middle School (Grade 7 8) follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, linking to the Primary Programme and preparing for IGCSE with Cambridge Checkpoint assessments. The Senior School (Grade 9 10) prepares students for IGCSE and ICE, offering Core and Extended options and non exam courses in Physical Education, Religious Education and Citizenship; entry to IGCSE is by subject, with the ICE diploma awarded for seven subjects.	Academic facilities NGPS has 29 classrooms and two laboratories (one computer lab, one science lab). The ICT Lab provides desktop PCs for ICT lessons, with e-safety embedded in the curriculum. The Library is well-lit and houses books in English and Arabic. Interactive Classrooms use smart boards to support teaching and learning. Early Years Foundation Stage classrooms are designed for ages 3-5 with a dedicated EYFS playground.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school delivers a Global Learning Environment with a focus on personalised learning, a well structured curriculum, and modern facilities. Students participate in numerous trips and visits as part of the learning experience. There is a strong emphasis on values and traditions as part of the day boarding approach. Annual events include Annual Day celebrations and talent showcases, and activities such as sports days are highlighted as part of school life.	Extra curricular facilities The school offers extracurricular activities and field trips throughout the academic year. There are in-house activities and field trips to enhance learning, creativity and interpersonal skills. Weekly student clubs allow students to explore new skills or develop existing ones. Morning assemblies feature weekly themes and student presentations to build self-esteem and public speaking.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Al Mahd School began in October 1997 with 40 students and two villas. Today it operates three full-fledged campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa and serves over 2,800 students. In 2004, Cambridge International Examinations awarded the school International Center Status, reflecting quality teaching and high administrative standards. The aim of education is to promote balanced development through a well-structured curriculum and a healthy environment. The leadership includes Founder Chairman H.E. Habib Ahmed Kassim and Managing Director H. G. Sharma, with current leadership comprising Chairperson H.E. Leena Kassim, General Manager Rajiv Gautam, and Principal Anshu Gautam.	History New Generation Private School traces its origins to New Generation International School, established in Bahrain in 2005. In September 2018 the school was taken over by Suha Investments and restructured, with UK-based SDF Management Consultancy appointed to run the school. The revamp led to the rebranding as New Generation Private School and a governance model overseen by a London-based education consultancy. NGPS operates as an independent organization under this UK-led governance framework and follows a British curriculum with approval from the Bahraini Ministry of Education.
Community	Community The school operates across three Bahrain campuses—Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa—and serves a large student community. It promotes a global learning environment with opportunities for student trips and visits. The school highlights student achievements through events such as Celebrating our students, Celebrating talent, and Sports Day. It also hosts the Annual Day as part of its cultural calendar.	Community NGPS has a diverse student body drawn from multiple nationalities, with 32 nationalities represented and two school counselors noted in school materials. The school is a private British school delivering the Cambridge Curriculum, with English as the medium of instruction and Arabic as the second language. The campus is located in Juffair and includes facilities such as science labs, a library, a multipurpose hall, a football field, and separate Early Years playgrounds. The EYFS facilities page documents family-oriented events such as Colouring Contest, English Spelling Bee, Pajama Day, and Family Day that involve families.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association A formal Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not described on the site. Parent involvement is described through the 'Parent Guide' section, which outlines school life rights and disciplinary procedures. Parents seeking admissions can register their interest via the 'Register interest' button. Public events such as Sports Day and Annual Day involve the school community and families. Leadership biographies show ongoing governance engagement with families; the Founder Chairman and the current leadership are listed, including Chairperson H.E. Leena Kassim and General Manager Rajiv Gautam. Therefore, PTA specifics are not published; parental engagement occurs through events and governance pages.	Parent teacher association Public pages do not publish a dedicated Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) for NGPS. Parent involvement appears to be facilitated through school-led family events and activities; documented events include Colouring Contest, English Spelling Bee, Pajama Day and Family Day, hosted in the Multipurpose Hall and other campus facilities. The school's leadership emphasizes community engagement as part of governance, with a London-based education consultancy overseeing operations and a Cambridge-based curriculum guiding teaching. Communication with families is handled via official channels such as email and telephone. No separate PTA council or formal PTA policy is listed on NGPS pages.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Al Mahd School follows an international Cambridge-based curriculum across its divisions. Kindergarten uses a development-oriented international curriculum and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum at age five, with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic as core subjects. The Junior School (Grade 1–6) follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), with a structured program that supports progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Middle School (Grade 7–8) follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, and the Senior School (Grade 9–10) prepares students for IGCSE with Core and Extended options and the International Certificate of Education (ICE), laying groundwork for higher-level programmes such as AP, IB or A‑levels. The school began in 1997 and now operates on three campuses, with Cambridge International Examinations awarding International Center Status in 2004.	Academic & intellectual NGPS offers a value-based British education and is an IBMYP/IBDP Candidate School from Nursery to Grade 9. Early Years Foundation Stage includes Nursery, KG-1 and KG-2 for ages 3–5, followed by Key Stage 1–3 for ages 5–14. The curriculum follows the British framework with six early learning areas in the Foundation Stage and progression to subject-based study in later years; the school is accredited by Cambridge, the Bahraini Ministry of Education, and COBIS.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Kindergarten emphasizes creative development through art, music and imaginative activities; teachers provide opportunities for drawing, painting, collage and expressive play. The curriculum supports creative exploration alongside core academics, with Art and Music integrated into daily learning. The school also highlights performance and talent events as part of its culture, including annual celebrations and student showcases.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English and Arabic are core components of the early curriculum, with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic listed in Kindergarten. The program progression towards the British curriculum from early years indicates English as a primary medium of instruction and Arabic as a structured language strand. Across the Cambridge stages, the curriculum emphasizes English-language learning and supports multilingual development where appropriate.	Cultural & language NGPS hosts 32 nationalities; Bahraini students make up 77% and non-Bahraini 23%. The school describes itself as an international British/IBMYP/IBDP Candidate School, promoting global citizenship through its diverse community and reputable accreditation.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school emphasizes a broad learning environment that includes extra-curricular activities, with extended hours for additional classes and activities under teacher supervision in the Junior School. It promotes a globally oriented learning environment featuring student trips and visits to complement classroom learning. The campus culture includes events such as Sports Day and Annual Day, reflecting a holistic approach to student life.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service The mission centers on developing model citizens who know how to use knowledge for the benefit of the community and humanity, guiding education toward social responsibility. The school's stated aim emphasizes personality development, character, and skills as part of a well-rounded education.	Community & service Graduates are recognized for high achievement, strong leadership and a consistent focus on service. The mission emphasizes resilience, creativity and global leadership with service as a core element.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school maintains a formal leadership team including H.E. Leena Kassim as Chairperson, Rajiv Gautam as General Manager, and Anshu Gautam as Principal. This leadership is complemented by other senior operational leaders and a defined management structure.	Leadership & professional Leadership is central to NGPS, with leadership programs and opportunities for professional skills development as part of the school community. The school aims to empower global leaders who drive positive transformation.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The environment is described as healthy with modern facilities designed to support learning and exploration. The school operates across three campuses and emphasizes a safe, well-resourced environment for students, including day-boarding options and opportunities for outdoor and co-curricular activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus features spacious outdoor facilities, a well-equipped Science Lab, a Library and Interactive Classrooms. Transportation is used by 41% of students (NGPS transportation) and 59% use private transportation. Two social counselors support student wellbeing and guidance, along with a diverse student body.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision An international curriculum is followed, and Cambridge International Examinations has International Center Status since 2004. Kindergarten 1–2 uses a development-oriented, activity-based program with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic, and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum at age five. Senior School (Grade 9–10) prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), with ICE as the group examination; IGCSE is internationally recognized and forms a pathway to higher-level programs. Admission requires English communication at entry; for all non-KG1 entrants, admission is based on an entrance test in English, Arabic, Mathematics and Science.	Language provision English is the language of instruction for the IB curriculum for Grade 6 to Grade 12; the school describes its students as bilingual.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching New Generation Private School provides bilingual education and serves students from Nursery through Grade 9 within a British curriculum framework.
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations The school is located in the Kingdom of Bahrain and was established in 1997. It began in October 1997 with 40 students and now operates three full-fledged campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa, with over 2800 students. The school was awarded Cambridge International Examinations International Center Status in 2004.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Admission Procedure: Registration and admission for the academic year starting in September opens in April of each year. The minimum permissible age for Kindergarten 1 is four (4) years old on or before 1st December. There is no placement assessment test for children enrolling in Kindergarten 1. For all other classes admission is granted on the basis of an entrance test in English, Arabic, Mathematics, and Science. The school requires that on entry children should be able to communicate in English at a level appropriate to their age and development. If English is not a child's first language it will be necessary for the school to assess the child's ability in English. Acceptance will depend on the result of the placement assessment test and existing vacancies. Application/Admittance Requirements: Completion of a School Application Form. The child's name must be the same as per the birth certificate or passport. Recent passport size photographs. A copy of passport, with valid dates. A copy of the child's birth certificate and CPR. Original transfer certificate or school leaving certificate from the previous school. (This must be attested by the Ministry of Education if transferred from a school outside Bahrain) Two copies of last school report and examination results or school recommendation letter. Copy of Medical certificate or Immunization Card for Kindergartens 1 and 2. Parents those who are looking for new admissions can register their interest by clicking the button Register interest. Fee Structure: The fees for academic year 2024-2025 are as follows. Common Annual Fees: Registration Fee (One Time only) 25.000 (Non-refundable); Annual Fee 50.000 (Non-refundable). Gradewise Fees (Non-refundable): Grades Text Books Fees (Annual) Tuition Fees (Monthly) LKG 45.000 78.500; HKG 45.000 78.500; I 55.000 112.000; II 65.000 112.000; III 80.000 112.000; IV 85.000 112.000; V 90.000 112.000; VI 95.000 112.000; VII 105.000 149.400; VIII 110.000 149.400; IX 120.000 149.400; X 130.000 177.600; XI 130.000 177.600; XII 130.000 177.600. All figures are in Bahraini Dinar. Notes: 1. Fees once paid are not refundable. 2. Small children and unauthorized persons should not be entrusted with payment of fees. 3. Parents proceeding on long leave or vacation are requested to pay fees for the following leave month(s) along with bus fee, before they proceed. 4. In case the fees are not received for a period of two months, the name of such student will be struck off the rolls and he/she shall have to seek re-admission, which will be decided on merit. At the time of re-admission all due s and re-admission fee of BD. 10/- will be charged in addition to tuition fees for the months in which re -admission is sought. 5. Fees will not be accepted without fees card and parents are requested to check the entries from time to time. 6. One month advance notice is required to withdraw facility, if any. Fee Collection Timings: Sunday to Thursday 7.15 a.m to 1.30 p.m; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	Admissions 1. NGPS enrolls students from the international and local community in Bahrain. The school follows a Cambridge Curriculum to provide a British education within the context of its local Islamic culture. Students are bilingual and are educated to become independent, active, and involved global citizens who contribute to society. Parents must complete all admissions procedures and agree to follow the school's policies as part of enrollment. 2. Ages for Early Years and Primary entry are defined as follows: Early Years Foundation Stage comprises ages 3-5 (Nursery, KG-1, KG-2) with 3-year-olds eligible for Nursery, 4-year-olds for KG-1, and 5-year-olds for KG-2. Primary School entry requires students to be 6 years old and meet all admission requirements. 3. Application process follows a step-by-step path: requests for enrollment are accepted online, by phone, or in person; prospective parents receive an information packet; a meeting with the Admissions Officer explains the programme and answers questions; the prospective student completes an entry assessment; on successful assessment and Principal approval, the parent submits the registration forms. The school maintains a continuous admissions policy throughout the year. 4. There are criteria for admission withdrawal and potential reasons for refusing admission: the school may refuse or limit enrollment if the program requires significant modification, if the student requires services not provided by NGPS, if there is persistent behavior problems or unsatisfactory academic performance, if policies or discipline codes are not adhered to, or if full educational records have not been disclosed. 5. Documents required in the first stages of the admission process include a Transfer Certificate from the previous school; the original CPR for the student and both parents; proof of residency; two passport-sized photographs; a copy of the student's birth certificate; immunization records and health form; the previous year's school report (for admission to Grade 1 and above); and a Certificate of Equivalency from the Bahrain Ministry of Education for students transferring from outside Bahrain. 6. Accreditation and oversight: NGPS is accredited by Cambridge, the Ministry of Education Bahrain, and COBIS. 7.
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