Al Raja School vs The International School of Choueifat - Manama

	A Al Raja School Manama, Bahrain	T The International School of Choueifat - Manama Manama, Bahrain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year BHD 1,482 - 2,968	Fees / year BHD 2,178 - 4,743
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum	Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 667	Pupils 1,700
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language Arabic	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2006
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Al Raja School is in Manama, the capital city of Bahrain. The campus address is P.O. Box 1, Building 1940, Road 639, Block 306, Manama. The central urban location places the school in the heart of Bahrain's capital, with access to main roads and local amenities.	Location ISC-Manama is located on the Amwaj Islands, Bahrain. The campus address is Building 110, Road 59, Area 257, Choueifat Avenue, Amwaj Islands (P.O. Box 50559). The Amwaj Islands are a group of man-made islands with a modern road network and on-island facilities that support residents and institutions.
Stages	Stages The school is organized into four main sections: Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School. These sections cover from early years through Grade 12, with a structure that mirrors a typical K–12 American-style system. The school presents these four levels in its navigation and program pages.	Stages ISC-Manama offers a complete K–12 program, from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school is organized into Kindergarten, Lower School, Middle School, and High School.
School type	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school (no boarding facilities are indicated). This aligns with external school listings that describe Al Raja as a co-educational day school offering an American curriculum.	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school. There are no boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix The school represents a diverse international student body with about 53 nationalities. The most common nationality is Bahrain, and local versus international student ratios are approximately 50% local to 50% international.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Al Raja School provides a Learning Inclusion program to support students with mild to moderate learning needs. This includes targeted support within mainstream classes and an LE department as referenced by school coverage and local education reporting.	Additional learning support Learning support is provided as part of the SABIS Educational System. Support includes teacher-led study groups, SABIS Student Life Organization peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, and on-demand tutoring videos. From Grade 7 onward, weekly advisory classes support health, well-being, and career guidance.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation of the school. It follows an American curriculum and is historically linked to American mission education, rather than a national school system.	Country affiliation The school is located in Bahrain and is part of the global SABIS network.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Al Raja School has no formal religious affiliation. The curriculum includes Islamic studies and Christian Religious Studies as part of its offerings.	Religious affiliation There is no published religious affiliation for ISC-Manama.
School day structure	School day structure Third-party sources report a typical school day starting around 7:00 AM and ending around 2:15 PM, though exact times may vary by level or term. Public listings and local navigation services also indicate daytime hours for the campus. Parents should confirm exact timings with the school for their child's grade.	School day structure The school operates on a Sunday–Thursday schedule. Typical daily hours are around 7:30am–2:55pm, with variations by grade level.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school's official site does not publish transport details. To arrange or confirm transportation options, contact the school directly via info@alrajabahrain.org or +973 17254414.	Bus service details A school bus service is provided. Bus service is available and there is an annual bus fee (around BD 715). The application process includes a BusRegistration option to arrange transport with an external provider.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - New-student testing (assessment) fee: BHD 30 (payable for new students). - Registration fee (one-time at admission): BHD 75 for KG–Grade 9; BHD 100 for Grades 10–12. Tuition fees by year group (total per academic year, Bahraini Dinar) - KG 1: BHD 1,482 per year. - KG 2: BHD 1,482 per year. - Grade 1: BHD 1,588 per year. - Grade 2: BHD 1,609 per year. - Grade 3: BHD 1,609 per year. - Grade 4: BHD 1,623 per year. - Grade 5: BHD 1,645 per year. - Grade 6: BHD 1,645 per year. - Grade 7: BHD 1,660 per year. - Grade 8: BHD 1,660 per year. - Grade 9: BHD 1,660 per year. - Grade 10: BHD 2,968 per year. - Grade 11: BHD 2,968 per year. - Grade 12: BHD 2,968 per year. Billing schedule and payment terms (installments and consequences) - Billing structure: tuition is payable in five instalments across the school year. The instalment months are shown on the school calendar (commonly: February, June, September, November, January). - Example instalment pattern (amounts in BHD) shown by grade: - KG 1 / KG 2: 1st payment Feb BHD 100; 2nd Jun BHD 346; 3rd Sept BHD 346; 4th Nov BHD 345; 5th Jan BHD 345 — total BHD 1,482. - Grade 1: 1st Feb BHD 100; 2nd Jun BHD 372; 3rd Sept BHD 372; 4th Nov BHD 372; 5th Jan BHD 372 — total BHD 1,588. - Grade 2 and Grade 3: 1st Feb BHD 100; remaining four instalments approximately BHD 378/377 each to total BHD 1,609 per year. - Grade 4: 1st Feb BHD 100; remaining instalments around BHD 381/380 to total BHD 1,623. - Grade 5 & Grade 6: 1st Feb BHD 100; remaining instalments around BHD 387/386 to total BHD 1,645. - Grades 7–9: 1st Feb BHD 100; remaining instalments around BHD 390 each to total BHD 1,660. - Grades 10–12: 1st Feb BHD 100; remaining four instalments BHD 717 each — total BHD 2,968 per year. - Payment terms and consequences: tuition payments are monitored; late payment can result in withholding of certificates and report cards and, ultimately, restriction from attending classes. Tuition fees are not refundable. Boarding fees - Boarding fees do not apply. Al Raja School operates as a day school; there are no boarding/dormitory fees listed for Al Raja. Other costs and charges - Textbooks and learning materials: tuition totals do not include the cost of books; books are charged separately. - Uniform: a school uniform is required. The school publishes an ARS Uniform Matrix and lists the school supplier (Al Shaker Tailoring) and specifications; guardians may purchase or customise the uniform provided it meets the school specifications. The uniform matrix gives styles and required items but does not list fixed prices. - Transport and other optional services: transport is available as a separate service and carries additional charges (transport fees are not included in the annual tuition totals). Specific route and transport pricing are set separately. Refund information - Tuition refund policy: tuition fees are stated as not refundable. Other refundable/non‑refundable status for registration, testing, or other ancillary fees is not specified in the published fee summaries. Fee payment options and contacts - The school operates a parent portal (PlusPortal) for parent access to school accounts and administration. - The school lists direct contact details for fee enquiries: info@alrajabahrain.org, phone +973 1725 4414, WhatsApp +973 3888 3511. Use these contacts for billing enquiries and to arrange payment details.	Fee details Application fees (payable before placement test / interview) - Registration deposit (KG1, KG2, Grade 1): BHD 175. This amount is non‑refundable but is part of the Annual Tuition Fees and will be deducted from the 3rd installment. - Joining fee (Grades 2 and above): BHD 175 payable before the placement test. The joining fee is refundable only if the student is not accepted. Tuition fees by level (Annual amount and three instalments) - Level A / KG1: Annual Tuition BHD 2,178 — 1st instalment BHD 730, 2nd instalment BHD 730, 3rd instalment BHD 718. - Level B / KG2: Annual Tuition BHD 2,299 — 1st instalment BHD 770, 2nd instalment BHD 770, 3rd instalment BHD 759. - Level C / Grade 1: Annual Tuition BHD 2,710 — 1st instalment BHD 910, 2nd instalment BHD 910, 3rd instalment BHD 890. - Level D–E / Grades 2–3: Annual Tuition BHD 2,904 — 1st instalment BHD 970, 2nd instalment BHD 970, 3rd instalment BHD 964. - Level F–G–H / Grades 4–5–6: Annual Tuition BHD 3,231 — 1st instalment BHD 1,080, 2nd instalment BHD 1,080, 3rd instalment BHD 1,071. - Level I–J–K / Grades 7–8–9: Annual Tuition BHD 3,630 — 1st instalment BHD 1,210, 2nd instalment BHD 1,210, 3rd instalment BHD 1,210. - Level L–M / Grades 10–11: Annual Tuition BHD 4,308 — 1st instalment BHD 1,440, 2nd instalment BHD 1,440, 3rd instalment BHD 1,428. - Level N–O / Grades 12–13: Annual Tuition BHD 4,743 — 1st instalment BHD 1,590, 2nd instalment BHD 1,590, 3rd instalment BHD 1,563. Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration deposit / joining fee: payable before the placement test (interview). - 1st instalment: due upon opening registration. - 2nd instalment: due by the first day of school. - 3rd instalment: due by 31 December. - Registration is not considered complete unless the first instalment is paid. Fees already paid may be forfeited under the school's default procedures if instalments are not paid on time. Transportation (bus) fees - Annual two‑way bus fee: BHD 715. Payment split: BHD 400 upon registration and BHD 315 before the first day of school. Transportation is charged separately to tuition. Boarding fees - The school is an English‑medium day school; boarding is not offered and no boarding fees apply. Other costs and fees - Books, uniform, extracurricular activities, and meal subscriptions are not included in the tuition and are charged separately. - External examination fees (IGCSE, AS/A Level, AP, SAT, TOEFL and similar) are additional and payable to the respective examining authorities. - Any optional special programmes, school trips, or activities that have separate charges will be billed in addition to tuition and are the responsibility of the parent. Refund information and refund conditions - The Registration Deposit for KG1, KG2 and Grade 1 (BHD 175) is non‑refundable but forms part of the Annual Tuition and will be deducted from the 3rd instalment. - The Joining Fee for Grades 2 and above (BHD 175) is refundable only if the student is not accepted. - Tuition fees are strictly non‑refundable except as specified in the school refund policy contained in the school's Guarantee / refund documentation. Parents should note that the school treats fees as paid for the full academic year when invoiced and collected according to its refund policy and guarantee terms. Fee payment options and collection of payment data - The school collects parents' financial/payment data (bank details and credit card information) to enable secure processing of fee payments and charging for educational services. This indicates the school is set up to process payments by bank collection and credit/debit card transactions as part of its financial procedures. Notes and important reminders - Tuition Fees do not include books, transportation, uniform, extracurricular activities, external exam fees, or meal subscriptions; these are additional charges. - Registration is not complete until the required initial payment is received; instalment due‑dates must be observed to avoid forfeiture of the seat. For clarity, the amounts listed above are the school's published fee values for the current set of school fees, and the payment and refund rules stated are those published by the school for the academic year in which these fees apply.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are grade-specific and color-coded by year group. The Uniform Matrix lists the exact color and style for each band (KG1–KG2, G1–G2, G3–G5, G6–G12) with the ARS logo embroidered on all pieces. The PE kit is a white embroidered polo with navy sport pants, outerwear is a navy jacket with the school logo, and plain black shoes with white or black socks are required; uniforms may be purchased or customized from any supplier that meets ARS specifications, with Al Shaker Tailoring listed as a vendor.	Uniform requirement ISC-Manama requires students to wear the school uniform and a separate PE kit. The uniform must be kept neat and clean and worn every day. Grooming rules include that boys may not wear jewelry and must have a short, classical haircut; girls may not wear makeup or nail polish, must wear their hair away from the face, and may wear only a single set of simple stud earrings; tattoos are not allowed.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school provides hot meal service through a catering arrangement for breakfast and lunch, and a cafeteria is available for snacks during breaks for KG1 and above. Parents can subscribe to the hot meal service via the accounts office. KG1–Grade 1 students are not allowed to bring money to school or buy from the cafeteria, and outside food cannot be ordered if cafeteria services are used.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The ISC-Manama is part of the SABIS network of international schools and is operated by Amwaj Educational Company W.L.L., a Bahrain-registered limited liability company (commercial registration 51209-1).
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Al Raja School in Manama offers a bilingual K–12 program organized into Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School. Arabic-medium subjects align with the Bahrain Ministry of Education curriculum, supplemented by the Lughati Farahi program and Lebanese resources, while English-medium subjects follow an American curriculum. The school awards the American Diploma upon completing high school and is accredited by AdvancED (the predecessor of Cognia). In High School, Advanced Placement is available with courses including English Literature and Composition, Microeconomics, Calculus AB, Biology, Chemistry, Physics 1: Algebra-based, and Computer Science A; AP exams are administered in May and cost about 90 Bahraini dinars per subject. Assessment across the school includes MAP testing in English and Mathematics and PSAT as part of college-prep processes. The library program provides access to a catalog, WorldBook, and TumbleBooks resources.	Curriculum details ISC-Manama follows the SABIS Educational System across its K–12 program, with a standards-based curriculum, regular assessments, and a SABIS Student Life Organization component. Kindergarten operates under the SABIS Kindergarten program with three levels—Level A (KG1), Level B (KG2), and Level C (Grade 1)—focusing on reading, phonics, language, mathematics, and Arabic, with art, music, and physical education. Starting at Grade 4, the curriculum specifies a minimum number of units of information and provides extended material for more able students. Grade 9 begins a four-year cycle leading to graduation with the High School Diploma and Bahrain's Secondary School Certificate, with Grades 10–12 offering options to sit Cambridge IGCSE and A‑Levels, or American AP exams. The U.S. High School Diploma is accredited by Accreditation International, the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and NCPSA, and ISC-Manama is U.S. State Department–approved, with the diploma recognized by colleges and universities worldwide.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Al Raja School provides formal social and emotional learning (SEL) support through dedicated Social Counsellors across all school levels. The Staff page lists Lower Elementary Social Counselor (Maryam Radhi), Upper Elementary Social Counselor (Fatima Alqamish), Middle School Social Counselor (Soral Jameel), and High School Social Counselor (Cara-Jay Steytler), confirming a structured SEL support system by grade. The Principal page notes that Supervisors and Social Counsellors are part of the staff who are available to discuss students' academic progress and welfare, underscoring a welfare-focused approach. A Learning Enrichment Coordinator exists to coordinate learning-enrichment-related support as part of the Learning Enrichment (LE) Department. A parent testimonial references the LE Department providing qualitative support for students with learning challenges, illustrating practical engagement with SEL and student well-being. The school also emphasizes a safe and welcoming environment intended to support student welfare.	Social & emotional learning ISC-Manama supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through weekly Advising Classes from Grade 7 onward, covering topics such as peer pressure, organizational skills, health and well-being, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and exam preparation; the SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) also promotes social and leadership development through student-led roles and activities, and there are on-site nurses to support overall student well-being.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Al Raja School indicates formal SEN support through a Learning Enrichment (LE) Department and a Learning Enrichment Coordinator, evidencing a structured enrichment pathway. The Staff page explicitly includes a Learning Enrichment Coordinator as part of the school's staffing, confirming dedicated personnel for enrichment and student support. A parent testimonial refers to qualitative LE Department support for students with learning challenges, demonstrating practical SEN assistance in practice. Public materials do not enumerate specific SEN categories or diagnoses the school can accommodate, nor is there a description of a separate specialist SEN center. The school presents its SEN support as part of its general educational framework rather than as a stand‑alone specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) SEN support is described as Learning Support within the SABIS® Educational System, with progress monitored and gaps addressed via teacher-led study groups, prefects/group leaders, peer tutoring through SLO, Power Study Sessions, academic competitions, and on-demand tutoring videos; the material does not specify particular SEN categories or indicate ISC-Manama operates as a specialist SEN institution.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language There is no explicit EAL program described on the public pages of Al Raja School. The Staff page shows a Senior School English Coordinator, indicating English language coordination within the curriculum but not an EAL-specific program. Public materials do not list a dedicated EAL department or instructors beyond the general English coordinators. Other sources describe the school's bilingual English–Arabic instruction, but there is no explicit public statement about a formal EAL support service. Therefore, EAL-specific provision is not publicly disclosed as a separate program.	English as an additional language ISC-Manama is an English-medium, non-selective day school offering a trilingual education (English, Arabic, and French) within the SABIS framework.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported by the presence of School Social Counsellors across key stages (Lower Elementary through High School), as listed on the staff page. The Principal's profile reinforces a welfare-oriented school culture, noting staff roles including Social Counsellors who engage with families to support student welfare. The safeguarding policy includes age-appropriate classroom topics related to personal safety, healthy relationships, and self-harm awareness, indicating a school-wide focus on pupils' mental health and wellbeing. The policy shows a Crisis Committee and designated Child Safety Officers coordinating mental health and safeguarding initiatives. Training for staff and ongoing safeguarding procedures demonstrate a structured approach to student wellbeing and protection.	Mental wellbeing Health and wellbeing are supported by two resident nurses on site who provide medical care, manage long-term healthcare needs, promote safety, and respond to emergencies; Advising Classes address health and well-being topics, and a dedicated university counselor assists with career planning and university applications.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Al Raja School publishes a Child Safety and Protection Policy (August 2019; updated 2022) overseen by a Crisis Committee. The policy establishes a Child Safety Officer (CSO) and a designated Board member as Child Protection Officer (CPO-B) to coordinate safeguarding, training, and responses. It describes a school‑wide child safety program with age‑appropriate lessons for students on bullying, personal safety, online safety, healthy relationships, self‑harm, and other topics. The reporting procedure requires all personnel to report concerns to the CSO, with confidentiality maintained and a defined inquiry process. The policy also outlines annual reviews and training for staff, and assigns responsibilities to the Crisis Committee and CSOs to ensure proper implementation and monitoring.	Safeguarding Safeguarding is supported by campus security measures (guards at main gates 24/7) and a mission statement emphasizing a safe and nurturing environment; the Parent Handbook includes a section on aggressive behavior and bullying as part of safeguarding, and the Mission & Values statement highlights safety and inclusivity.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Al Raja School operates on a campus that serves four academic divisions: Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School. The on-site library supports student learning with a catalog for borrowing and access to WorldBook Online and TumbleBooks. Library staff assist students with locating suitable books and resources. The campus address is Building 1940, Road 639, Block 306, P.O. Box 1, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.	Facilities overview ISC-Manama sits on a spacious Amwaj Islands campus with state-of-the-art sports facilities and an all-season running track. It includes a semi-Olympic-sized swimming pool, a large, well-equipped sports hall, and outdoor basketball courts. Kindergartners have an independent KG building with a heated indoor pool, a large playground, and a car track. All main classrooms KG1 through Grade 12 are equipped with interactive screens, and academic facilities include an art room and a music room. The SABIS Integrated Testing and Learning (ITL) Hall with 300+ stations supports regular assessment and revision, while reading rooms offer English and Arabic books with Britannica online access; the cafeteria and on-site nurses in a modern clinic complete the campus services.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities ISC-Manama has outstanding sports facilities used for PE and activities. It includes a semi-Olympic-sized swimming pool, a large, subdividable sports hall, and full-sized indoor/outdoor basketball courts with an electronic scoreboard. The sports hall is also equipped for badminton, gymnastics, football, volleyball, and ballet. Outdoor facilities include a state-of-the-art running track and track and field areas. Sports are offered through after-school programs and teams, with opportunities for participation in various events.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The academic facilities include an on-site library with a Follett catalog for borrowing and access to WorldBook Online and TumbleBooks. Librarians help students locate suitable books and resources for study and research. The library serves all levels and supports learning across the school.	Academic facilities All main classrooms KG1 through Grade 12 are equipped with interactive screens. The academic facilities include an art room and a music room. The Science Department comprises two well-equipped laboratories for biology/chemistry and physics, and there are two computer science rooms with state-of-the-art computing equipment. The SABIS ITL Hall with 300+ stations supports regular assessments and revision. Reading rooms in the KG department and main administration offer English and Arabic books, with Britannica online access.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities ISC-Manama offers a variety of clubs and activities during the school day and after school. Clubs include arts and crafts, dance, ballet, chess, choir, debating, drama, film, IT, and science. Sports are offered through the sports club and include badminton, basketball, golf, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field/cross country, and volleyball.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Al Raja School was founded in 1899 by Amy Zwemer as The Acorn School, Bahrain's first Western school. With support from the Reformed Church in America and the American Mission Hospital, a church and school building was completed in 1902. During the 1930s it expanded to include a formal boys section, becoming known as the American Mission School and serving students from KG to Grade 9. In 1994 the current campus was built, and the school gradually expanded to include Grades 10–12 in the early 2000s, with the first high-school graduates in 2008. Advanced Placement courses were added and Cognia accreditation (formerly AdvancED) was earned, and the school today operates as a bilingual K–12 institution with English and Arabic instruction.	History ISC-Manama opened in 2006 to students from Kindergarten through Grade 8 and today serves KG1 to Grade 12 with an enrollment of approximately 1,600 students. The school operates as part of the SABIS global education network, which traces its history to 1886 and encompasses a wide international presence. ISC-Manama is an English-medium, non-selective day school offering a tri-lingual program in English, Arabic, and French. The campus is located on Amwaj Islands in Bahrain, reflecting its integration into SABIS' regional expansion. The SABIS network has grown to multiple countries and continues to provide coordinated educational standards across its member schools.
Community	Community The school serves about 660 students, almost all of whom are Muslim Bahraini. It offers dual Arabic and English instruction, reflecting its heritage as a long-standing Christian institution in Bahrain's Gulf region. The school celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2024, a milestone marked by a ceremony that included Bahrain's Minister of Education and alumni. The school emphasizes engagement with families as part of its mission.	Community ISC-Manama promotes a diverse and inclusive school community. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) coordinates a broad range of clubs and activities, including arts and crafts, dance, ballet, chess, choir, drama, film, IT, and science, with sports such as badminton, basketball, tennis, and track. The campus features a school theatre for regular drama and music productions and dedicated facilities for early years, including an indoor heated pool, a large playground, and a child-friendly car track. Students come from many nationalities and are integrated into classes with an emphasis on belonging and respectful participation in school life. The school highlights ongoing student life and community engagement as core aspects of ISC-Manama.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school maintains a PTSA (Parent-Teacher-Student Association) with a dedicated page on the school site that provides a calendar and a P/S Handbook. The principal notes that many former students return to serve on the Board of Directors, reflecting a closely connected school community. A major community milestone was the 125th anniversary celebration in 2024, which involved government officials and alumni and highlighted the school's connections beyond its campus. Project-Based Learning initiatives connect Grades 3–5 with local businesses as a model of community engagement. Extracurricular offerings that the school emphasizes include Model United Nations, Student Council, Robotics, Debate, and community service.	Parent teacher association ISC-Manama maintains a formal Parent Teacher Association with a 2023–2025 board, led by Mr. Samir Zakkak (President) and Mr. Saqib Mehboob (Vice President), along with a 16-member roster of officers and members. The PTA is listed within ISC-Manama's Academic Life section alongside the SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO), Sports & Activities, and Music & Arts, indicating collaborative involvement in school life. The officer slate for 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 includes Ms. Abeer Abla, Ms. Sameera Alatawi, Mr. Husain Aljazeeri, Ms. Tina Alkhudairy, Ms. Seema Almahmood, Mr. Joseph Dabboura, Ms. Rania Hubeishi, Mr. Sherif Ebrahim Bakr Hussain, Ms. Talin Koftikian, Ms. Elvira Kravchenko, Ms. Angela Nassif, Ms. Fatima Rahimi, Ms. Manal Steitieh, and Mr. Miroslava Zeaiter. The PTA page confirms its leadership and ongoing role as a parent body within the ISC-Manama community.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses. AP Information Tutorial is available. The school provides education from kindergarten through high school, with Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School divisions.	Academic & intellectual ISC-Manama follows the SABIS Educational System with an international curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12. The curriculum develops fluency in English, Arabic, and an additional world language of the student's choice, with strong emphasis on English, mathematics, and the sciences in secondary grades. It covers a broad range of subjects, including social studies, music, fine arts, physical education, psychology, economics, computer studies, and non-traditional subjects such as robotics, 3D printing, and web development. The school prepares students for external exams such as the British-based IGCSEs and the U.S.-based Advanced Placement program.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Music and arts are part of student life, with opportunities supported through the SABIS Student Life Organization and related activities.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language The curriculum develops fluency in English, Arabic, and an additional world language of the student's choice.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The SABIS Student Life Organization promotes participation in a wide variety of activities.
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Qualities such as leadership, critical thinking, communication, perseverance, creativity, and teamwork are identified as keys to success, with a strong student-led component embedded in the curriculum.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing School hours are KG1 to Grade 3: 7:30 a.m. to 2:05 p.m., and Grades 4 to 12: 7:30 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The school fosters inclusivity, respect, and kindness within a diverse community. The campus is located on Amwaj Islands, Bahrain.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Arabic is the foundation language of instruction at Al Raja School. The site includes an AP Information Tutorial page, indicating that Advanced Placement courses are offered, which implies English-language coursework at the upper levels. Details on the full range of languages taught and language-support for non-native speakers are not published on the site.	Language provision The school is an English-medium day school. It offers trilingual education in English, Arabic, and French.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Publicly, the school site does not list any awards or recognitions for the last five years. There is no visible “Awards” section in the site navigation, and no school-level awards are publicly announced by the school.	Awards false
Accreditations	Accreditations The only explicit accreditation presented by Al Raja School is Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority (BQA) accreditation. The site includes a dedicated BQA page indicating engagement with Bahrain's national quality standards for schools. This signals adherence to the country's quality assurance framework.	Accreditations false
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Eligibility and grade placement. Applicants must be age-appropriate for the grade they seek and should not be more than two years older than the typical age for that grade. The year of birth or age must be provided by December 31 in the entry year according to the Registration Calendar. Applicants should currently be in the preceding grade with the expectation of promotion, and those coming from British-system schools should enroll in the corresponding grade. For Grades 7–12, applicants must have a minimum GPA of C (70%), and admission is normally not offered after the first two weeks of the school year unless there are exceptional circumstances. Class sizes are planned with a cap of up to 25 students per grade to maintain flexibility and attention to students.	Admissions 1. ISC-Manama serves Kindergarten through Grade 12. A campus tour is encouraged to learn about the school, and appointments can be arranged by contacting the school administration; virtual tours are also available. 2. Submit the student application form along with the documents listed in the online form. An online application form is provided, and a list of required documents is shown during online submission; there is no fixed application deadline, and admissions are offered based on spaces available throughout the school year. An appointment with admissions staff is recommended. 3. Prospective students undergo diagnostic testing to determine placement. Levels A-C (age criteria 3+) have no academic requirements for acceptance, while all other levels require diagnostic tests in core subjects to guide placement. Placement decisions may include options such as summer school or extra lessons to help a student reach the required standard. 4. Admission decisions are made after careful evaluation of candidates. Results of diagnostic testing and previous school records are considered on a case-by-case basis, and additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the school's ability to accommodate the candidate's needs. 5. Upon acceptance and payment of the required fees, a place is reserved. The SABIS Educational System follows a non-selective admission policy; acceptance is based on academic attainment rather than age, though age acts as a limiting factor, and classes may have up to a two-year age range. There are no academic requirements for Levels A-C; placement decisions for other levels are informed by interviews and diagnostic tests.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school offers a Financial Aid Fund to assist families in financial need. Applications require complete documentation and truthful information. Incomplete or incorrect submissions are disqualified. Financial aid is awarded by the Board's Personnel and Education Committee based on demonstrated need and fund availability. Awards are not guaranteed even if funds exist. Financial aid is valid for one academic year and must be reapplied for in the following year. The program excludes KG1 and is not available in the first year of registration, and it does not exceed two consecutive years of aid for a given family.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist If an applicant meets all entry requirements but no spaces are available, the student is placed on a waiting list. If a space opens, parents are contacted and have two weeks to complete registration and make the first payment; the registration window will have an explicit end date communicated to the family. If the first payment is not made within two weeks, the seat is offered to the next student on the waiting list. For mid-year applications, the school typically follows a condensed schedule (application, testing, and registration within successive weeks) and may consider exceptional cases, but seats are not guaranteed and depend on space and compliance with procedures.	Waitlist —
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