Al Rawabi Private School vs Al Wisam School

	A Al Rawabi Private School Manama, Bahrain	A Al Wisam School Manama, Bahrain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year BHD 1,032 - 2,585	Fees / year BHD 90 - 3,200
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 2,425	Pupils 1,200
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Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Al Rawabi Private School operates on two campuses in Jablat Hebshi, Manama, Bahrain. The KG & Primary Campus is Building 689, Road 3514, Block 435, Jablat Hebshi; the Middle & High Campus is Building 677, Road 3514, Block 435, Jablat Hebshi. Both campuses are located within the Jablat Hebshi community in the Capital Governorate.	Location Al Wisam School is located in Budaiya, Kingdom of Bahrain. The campus address is Building 81, Road 54, Block 475, Budaiya. For visits or inquiries, contact details are provided by the school. The Bahrain Ministry of Education directory lists Al Wisam School among private educational institutions in Bahrain.
Stages	Stages Cambridge curriculum for Grades 1–8; Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9–10; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12.	Stages The school is structured into Primary School, Middle School, and High School. High School comprises two phases: Upper Secondary (Years 10–11) with the IGCSE program, and Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offering AS and A Levels.
School type	School type Co-educational; day school (no boarding facilities).	School type Al Wisam School is an independent, co-educational private school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The school serves Bahraini and expatriate communities. Public materials do not publish the exact number of nationalities or the local-to-international ratio.	Pupil nationality mix Around 40 nationalities are represented at the school. The most common nationality is not specified, and the local-to-international student ratio is not published.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support No explicit SEN provisions are published on public materials. The school engages with the Hope Institute for Special Education as part of its community service activities.	Additional learning support No explicit SEN (Additional Learning Needs) provisions are published on the public pages. The school emphasizes a bilingual, inclusive environment with a diverse student body.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated with Bahrain's Ministry of Education.	Country affiliation Country affiliation: Bahrain. The school operates as a Bahraini private international school with Cambridge/Edexcel qualifications.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is listed.	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation: none is listed publicly by the school.
School day structure	School day structure The school day runs from about 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday.	School day structure School days start at 07:15. Primary Year 2–3 finish at 13:00; Primary Year 4–6 finish at 13:20. Middle School and High School (Years 7–13) finish at 13:50. The schedule includes homeroom time and multiple teaching periods with built‑in recesses.
Bus service details	Bus service details There is no official school-run bus service listed. Nearby public transit options exist in the Jablat Hebshi area; some public bus lines serve stops near the school.	Bus service details Public information about a school bus service is not published on the school's pages. For transport options, contact the admissions or transport inquiries channel; the Visit Us page provides the address and contact details to start arrangements.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / registration fees - Registration (one-time, new students): BHD 50 (non-refundable). - Admission/placement test fee (where applicable): BHD 20 (non-refundable). Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term guidance) Notes on presentation below: the amounts shown are the school's published annual fee totals by grade for the current published schedule; the school invoices fees on an annual basis and the school's payment process allows payment in instalments (see Billing schedule). Estimated per-term figures are provided by dividing the annual total into three equal instalments to match the school's three-payment structure (calculation shown as “Per-term (approx.)”). - KG2 (Kindergarten 2 / age 4–5): Annual tuition components — Tuition BHD 792; Learning Resources BHD 240; recurring annual total BHD 1,032. First year (includes one-time registration) BHD 1,082. Per-term (approx.): BHD 344.00. - KG3 (Kindergarten 3 / age 5–6): Annual total BHD 1,032. Per-term (approx.): BHD 344.00. - Grade 1: Annual total BHD 1,311. Per-term (approx.): BHD 437.00. - Grade 2: Annual total BHD 1,311. Per-term (approx.): BHD 437.00. - Grade 3: Annual total BHD 1,311. Per-term (approx.): BHD 437.00. - Grade 4: Annual total BHD 1,443. Per-term (approx.): BHD 481.00. - Grade 5: Annual total BHD 1,443. Per-term (approx.): BHD 481.00. - Grade 6: Annual total BHD 1,671. Per-term (approx.): BHD 557.00. - Grade 7: Annual total BHD 1,860. Per-term (approx.): BHD 620.00. - Grade 8: Annual total BHD 1,865. Per-term (approx.): BHD 621.67. - Grade 9: Annual total BHD 2,150. Per-term (approx.): BHD 716.67. - Grade 10: Annual total BHD 2,165. Per-term (approx.): BHD 721.67. - Grade 11: Annual total BHD 2,585. Per-term (approx.): BHD 861.67. - Grade 12: Annual total BHD 2,585. Per-term (approx.): BHD 861.67. Billing schedule and payment terms - School fees are charged on an annual basis and must be paid according to the school's published payment schedule. The school's payment workflow separates a Learning Resources payment used to confirm registration and then three subsequent payments labeled Payment 1, Payment 2 and Payment 3. The Learning Resources payment is required at registration. Instalment billing is available through this three-payment structure; per-term amounts above are approximate (annual fee ÷ 3). - Specific due dates and the exact amounts for each instalment are posted in the school's yearly fee schedule and the Powerschool payment portal. Parents must clear any outstanding balances with the Accounts Department during withdrawal or re-registration. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school. Other compulsory and occasional fees - Learning Resources / Books: the Learning Resources component is shown separately for lower grades (example: KG tuition BHD 792 + Learning Resources BHD 240). For other grades the published annual total includes the usual resource/book charges as per the grade's fee line. - Mental Skills (M.A.M.) / UCMAS and similar course materials: M.A.M./Mental Skills and UCMAS course materials are charged separately and may be split across payments (example: BD 70 with 1st payment and BD 70 with 2nd payment for M.A.M. / UCMAS where applicable). - Uniforms and supplies: a uniform policy applies and uniform items are required; uniform costs are not shown as a single school-wide amount and must be purchased separately according to the uniform list. - Extra-curricular activities and optional trips are not included in the annual tuition and are charged separately. Refund information and withdrawal handling - Admission test and registration fees are explicitly non-refundable. - Withdrawal / refunds: parents must submit the official withdrawal request form to the Admissions Department and obtain accounts clearance before a withdrawal is completed; the Accounts Department handles final clearance and any refunds or reconciliations. Outstanding fees must be cleared before the withdrawal letter / good conduct certificate is issued. The school's Policies & Procedures detail the payment and withdrawal process. Fee payment channels and options - Online payments: the school uses a PowerSchool-based payment system for online fee payments and re-registration flows; the online payment form lists the Learning Resources payment and three instalment options. - In-person / Accounts Department: payments and registration confirmations can also be processed through the school's Accounts Department (contact: Account@alrawabi.edu.bh). The Accounts Department issues receipts and performs account clearances. Practical notes for parents (concise) - Expect a one-time registration charge for new students (BHD 50) and an admission test charge where applicable (BHD 20). - Annual tuition figures by grade are listed above; the school accepts payment according to its Learning Resources + three-payment schedule and posts instalment dates in the parent payment portal. Per-term figures above are approximate (annual ÷ 3) to match the three-payment instalment structure. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application and registration fees - A non-refundable application fee is required when submitting the application. - Registration (one-time on acceptance): BD 75 for Year 2 to Year 9; BD 150 for Year 10 to Year 13. Tuition fees — Primary School (Year 2 to Year 6) - Year 2: Annual tuition BD 1,024. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 562; 2nd term BD 308; 3rd term BD 154. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment amount shown BD 11.5. Registration (one-time) BD 75. - Year 3: Annual tuition BD 1,065. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 587; 2nd term BD 318; 3rd term BD 160. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 4: Annual tuition BD 1,118. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 615; 2nd term BD 335; 3rd term BD 168. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 5: Annual tuition BD 1,157. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 636; 2nd term BD 347; 3rd term BD 174. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 6: Annual tuition BD 1,198. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 659; 2nd term BD 359; 3rd term BD 180. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75. Tuition fees — Middle School (Year 7 to Year 9) - Year 7: Annual tuition BD 1,596. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 878; 2nd term BD 478; 3rd term BD 240. Book fee BD 145. Monthly instalment BD 14.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 8: Annual tuition BD 1,796. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 988; 2nd term BD 538; 3rd term BD 270. Book fee BD 145. Monthly instalment BD 14.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 9: Annual tuition BD 1,997. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 1,099; 2nd term BD 599; 3rd term BD 299. Book fee BD 145. Monthly instalment BD 14.5. Registration BD 75. Tuition fees — High School (Year 10 to Year 13) - Years 10–13: Annual tuition BD 3,000 each year. Term breakdown for each year: 1st term BD 1,800; 2nd term BD 800; 3rd term BD 400. Book fee BD 195 per year. Monthly instalment BD 19.5. Registration (one-time) BD 150. Billing schedule and payment terms - The annual tuition is split into three term instalments. The first-term instalment is payable immediately after registration and on or before 24 August at the start of the academic year. The second-term instalment is payable on or before 24 November. The third-term instalment is payable on or before 24 March. - Registration and book fees are due at the time of acceptance/registration as part of completing enrolment. Sibling discounts - First (eldest) child: no discount; full tuition applies. - Second younger child: 10% discount on tuition fees. - Third younger child and subsequent siblings: 15% discount on tuition fees. Book fees, uniforms and other recurring costs - Book fees are charged per year group as listed above (Primary BD 115; Middle BD 145; High BD 195). These are separate from tuition and registration. - School uniform must be purchased separately; uniform suppliers and purchasing locations are specified but uniform prices are not published in the fee schedule. Uniforms are available through approved local suppliers. - Incidental or additional charges (for assessments, stationery, trips or exam fees) may be invoiced as required; specific amounts for such items are not published in the standard fees table. Boarding - No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for Al Wisam School. All published fees relate to day-school tuition and associated charges. Refund information and terms - All payments are stated as non-refundable and non-transferable. This applies to tuition and other published fees. Fee payment options and practical arrangements - Specific accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, direct debit or online portals) are not detailed in the published fees pages. Payment arrangements and methods are handled by the Accounts office; contact Accounts for the available payment options and to request invoicing details. Accounts contact details are published for fee and billing inquiries.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school operates as a day school; boarding is not offered. The IB profile for the school lists 'Boarding facilities: DAY,' indicating there is no residential provision for students. This reflects the school's two-campus day structure serving local and international families.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Al Rawabi maintains a formal Uniform Policy. The policy states the uniform should be presentable and suitable for the local social and cultural environment, with specific requirements such as buttons fastened, sleeves rolled down on long-sleeved shirts, and collars kept down; it also covers uniform breaches and related procedures. The emphasis is on consistent standard and appropriate appearance.	Uniform requirement Uniforms vary by year: Primary (Year 2–6) wear a blue AWIS shirt with navy trousers and a blue tie with red/white diagonal stripes, with an optional vest for girls; Middle (Year 7–9) wear a white AWIS shirt with AWIS logo, navy trousers, and a red-and-white striped tie, with an optional vest for girls; High (Year 10–13) wear a blue AWIS shirt with a blue tie and grey checkered pants, with a vest for girls. Uniforms can be purchased from House of Uniform (Seef and Tala Plaza Segaya), Georgia Uniforms (Budaiya), and Zaks Uniform (Maqabah).
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House system	House system The school uses a House Point System. Each student is allocated to a house and earns house points for modelling good character and demonstrating the ARPS attributes; points are tracked termly, with a termly celebration for the leading house and an annual champion named at the end of the school year.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is a private institution operating under Bahrain's Ministry of Education. Governance is provided by a Board of Directors, with two councils—the Parents' Council and the Students' Council—sharing decision-making with the school principal. The site does not specify whether the school is owned by a group or private individuals, or whether it is part of a larger school network.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Governors. The board includes Mr. Jaffar Aljishi as Chairman; Ms. Lamya Al Noaimi as Deputy Chairman; and members including the Principal (Maha Younes) and Vice Principal (Dr. Saba Parkar), along with several non‑administration members such as a medical director, a lawyer, and a parent of a student. Ownership details and whether the school is part of a group are not specified on the site.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Al Rawabi Private School serves students from kindergarten through grade 12, with separate elementary and middle/high school sections. In Grades 9–10, the school offers Cambridge IGCSE (Cambridge Upper Secondary), with subjects including English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Arabic First Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Business Studies and Economics. In Grades 11–12, the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP), requiring six subjects (three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level) and the Core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service. Alternatively, high school students may pursue a standard American high school diploma (equivalent to Bahrain's Secondary Education Certificate). The language of instruction across the senior curriculum is English; the school is IB-authorized and Cambridge-registered, UNESCO-affiliated, and holds accreditation by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools with reaccreditation in 2025.	Curriculum details Al Wisam School operates in three stages: Primary School, Middle School (Year 7–9), and High School, which comprises Upper Secondary (Years 10–11, IGCSE) and Sixth Form (Years 12–13, AS/AL). In the Primary School, the curriculum covers language development, mathematics, science, drama, and includes German language learning from Year 2. The Middle School (Year 7–9) offers subjects across Arabic, Arabic Islamic Studies, Arabic Second Language, Arabic Social Studies / Citizenship, Art, Drama, English, German, ICT, Mathematics, Physical Education, Science, and Life Skills. In High School, most subjects follow Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) syllabi for IGCSE, with Mathematics using Edexcel; IGCSE typically involves 5–7 subjects in Years 10–11, with exams in June of Year 11, and progression to AS/AL courses in Years 12–13. AS/AL options include Accounting, Advanced Mathematics, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, Arabic/Arabic Islamic Studies, German, ICT, and more, with entry requirements and potential scholarships for high achievers.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school emphasizes balanced development of the mental, emotional, physical, social, moral and spiritual dimensions of its students. Student Life features a House Point System, identity initiatives, trips, after‑school activities and community service to support social and emotional development. The Values program centers on RESPECT and kindness, guiding student behavior and overall wellbeing. Parental involvement is structured through a Parents Council to support student development and home–school collaboration. Safeguarding and wellbeing are overseen by designated safeguarding leadership, including a Child Protection Officer (Head of Counsellors) and annual safeguarding training for staff.	Social & emotional learning The school does not publicly disclose explicit Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs on its site. The About Us page presents a Profile of Graduates with values such as INQUIRERS, KNOWLEDGEABLE, REFLECTIVE, COMMUNICATIVE, PRINCIPLED, RISK-TAKERS and OPEN-MINDED; these reflect social-emotional aims but are described as graduate attributes rather than a formal SEL program. The site describes a bilingual environment and emphasis on national and global responsibility, which can support social-emotional development but does not detail specific SEL initiatives. There is no listed dedicated SEL staff or coordinator in the Senior Leadership Team. Therefore, explicit SEL provision is not publicly disclosed on the school's site.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The available public materials describe Al Rawabi as a national bilingual private school operating under the Bahrain Ministry of Education, with no explicit designation as a specialist SEN institution. The school lists external involvement with the Hope Institute for Special Education as part of its community service across Secondary, Intermediate and Primary levels. Public materials do not specify the kinds of Special Educational Needs the school can support or how SEN services are delivered within the school. The school's public materials emphasize inclusive, whole‑child development but do not detail in‑school SEN staffing or programs. External SEN‑focused engagement is evidenced by the Hope Institute partnership listed in the Community Service section.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision. The Curriculum Overview describes Primary, Middle, and High School curricula but contains no SEN policy or guidance. The About Us page lists vision and values but makes no reference to SEN services. The Senior Leadership Team page lists senior roles but no SEN coordinator or equivalent post. Therefore, explicit information about SEN provision is not publicly disclosed.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school is described as a national bilingual private school operating under Bahrain's Ministry of Education, indicating a bilingual context. The language of instruction for the school's programs is English. Public materials do not describe a dedicated EAL program or staff, suggesting that explicit EAL provision is not publicly detailed. The International Baccalaureate information confirms English as the language of instruction. The bilingual context implies exposure to English within a national/private school setting, but explicit EAL structures are not specified publicly.	English as an additional language The school operates in a bilingual environment, indicating instruction in more than one language. The Profile of Graduates notes that students communicate in more than one language. However, no formal EAL programs, staffing, or progression details are publicly disclosed. The curriculum pages describe general learning in Primary, Middle, and High School but do not provide EAL-specific provisions. Therefore, explicit EAL information is not publicly disclosed on awis.edu.bh.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school promotes holistic development of the learner's mental, emotional, physical, social, moral and spiritual dimensions. Student Life activities such as the House Point System, identity work, trips, after‑school activities and community service contribute to students' wellbeing. The safeguarding framework supports mental wellbeing through clearly defined protection roles and staff training. The school emphasizes a culture of inquiry, reflection and well‑being as part of its educational approach.	Mental wellbeing A counselling department wellness checks program was reported as part of sustainability and well-being initiatives, introduced for parents, students, and staff. This wellness-check initiative is described in Gulf Insider as being implemented by the counselling department around 2021. The school's Our History page also notes that emotional support programs were part of teaching and learning policies in 2020. The public site does not publish a dedicated mental wellbeing section detailing programs or staff. Therefore, explicit, publicly disclosed mental wellbeing provisions are limited to those external reports.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is based on the Kingdom of Bahrain Child Protection Protocol. A Child Protection Officer (Head of Counsellors) is designated to manage safeguarding concerns and coordinate actions with relevant authorities. All staff must undergo annual safeguarding training and report concerns immediately, with documented procedures for reporting and escalation. The policy covers definitions of abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, neglect) and outlines monitoring, reporting, and external cooperation with authorities as required.	Safeguarding There is no dedicated Safeguarding or Child Protection policy page published on awis.edu.bh. A 2020 action plan includes community safety as a focus, indicating safeguarding-related measures at that time. The Accreditations page concentrates on external accreditations (Cambridge, Pearson Edexcel, MSA-CESS, etc.) rather than safeguarding specifics. The Senior Leadership Team page lists roles but does not show a designated safeguarding lead. Consequently, safeguarding policies are not publicly disclosed on the school's site.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has two campuses in Jeblat Hebshi, Bahrain: Al Rawabi KG & Primary School at 689 Road 3514 Block 435, and Al Rawabi Intermediate & Secondary School at 677 Road 3514 Block 435. The campuses provide a 21st‑century learning environment with green spaces and separate wings for Senior and Intermediate within the High School building. There are 110 classrooms, 3 science laboratories, 3 computer hubs, 2 libraries, a fully equipped sports hall, 2 multi‑purpose sports playing fields, a professionally constructed playground, health clinics with specialized nursing staff, and 24‑hour security. The KG/Primary campus prioritizes well‑being and differentiated instruction, while the High School campus combines dedicated spaces for older students with central green space to support a balanced, student‑centered approach.	Facilities overview Al Wisam School operates in a bilingual environment. The school provides a Digital Campus for online learning resources. An E-Library is available for student access. The school serves Primary, Middle, and High School with Upper Secondary (Years 10–11) focusing on the IGCSE curriculum and Sixth Form (Years 12–13) with AS/AL exams. The school holds accreditations from Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson Edexcel, MSA CESS, NESA, and Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has a fully equipped Sports Hall and two multi‑purpose sports playing fields. The facilities support a range of physical education activities and team sports as part of campus life. The campuses include green spaces and outdoor areas that support recreational activities and social interaction.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Cambridge is offered for Grades 1–8, IGCSE for Grades 9–10, and the IB Diploma Program for Grades 11–12. All core subjects are taught in English, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Business Studies, World History, Environmental Science, and Computer Science. The campus comprises 110 classrooms, 3 science laboratories, 3 computer hubs, and 2 libraries, with a 180‑day academic year across 3 terms and a 5‑day week and 6 periods per day. Graduation options include a national certificate ratified by Bahrain's Ministry of Education or the IB Diploma. The school has been an IB World School since 2014 and operates Cambridge and Edexcel examination centers; it is UNESCO‑affiliated and was reaccredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in 2025.	Academic facilities The Digital Campus provides online resources for students. An E-Library is available for student research and study. The school is a Cambridge International Examinations and Pearson Edexcel centre, enabling access to Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Levels. The school is accredited by MSA CESS, NESA, and the Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority. The curriculum spans Primary to Sixth Form, including Upper Secondary and Sixth Form.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extra & Co‑curricular Activities include Boys & Girls Sports Clubs, Robotics Academy, Fitness Academy, Arabic Poetry Academy, Scratch Game Coding Academy, Digital Natives Academy, Art Academy, and MAM Club.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History AL RAWABI PRIVATE SCHOOL was established in 1997 with 25 Kindergarten students in a small villa in Grnata, Kingdom of Bahrain. It expanded to include Primary, Intermediate, and Secondary levels and now operates across two Jablat Hebshi campuses: KG & Primary at Building 689, Road 3514, and Middle & High at Building 677, Road 3514, Block 435. In 2012 Cambridge IGCSE programs were introduced, and in 2014 the school was approved as an IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme. The school became UNESCO-affiliated in 2015 and earned accreditation from the Middle States Association in 2017, with reaccreditation achieved in 2025. A new campus was launched in 2019, and a new website followed in 2022.	History Al Wisam School was founded in 2004 as an independent co‑educational school in Bahrain. In 2009 the British Cambridge curriculum was introduced, and Cambridge IGCSE examinations began in 2010. The campus expanded with Block B for the middle and high school by 2013, and Block D for the primary sections was added in 2014, providing dedicated spaces for each school phase. The school underwent QA and accreditation efforts over the years, with QQA monitoring in 2012 and the adoption of an OLIVE digital campus in 2014, while pursuing international accreditation activities that culminated in MSA candidacy and an MSA visiting team in April 2016. By 2018 the school had grown to over 1200 students from 25 nationalities and a staff of about 150.
Community	Community Al Rawabi School is a national bilingual private school operating under Bahrain's Ministry of Education, serving both Bahraini and expatriate communities. The school community is diverse, reflecting Bahrain's varied cultural backgrounds, and most students come from households of modest means. The institution spans two modern campuses, with KG/Primary on 689 Road and 3514 Block 435, and Middle/High on 677 Road and 3514 Block 435 in Jablat Hebshi. The governance structure includes a Board of Directors alongside a Parents Council and a Students Council, underscoring a collaborative, whole-child approach to education.	Community The school community is diverse, with around 25 nationalities represented among students and staff. The campus comprises Block A (the original villa), Block B (middle and high school), and Block D (primary), with facilities including an art room, ICT laboratories, a library, and a multipurpose hall. The calendar includes events such as an Open Day for Years 2–13 and a National Day Carnival, as well as scheduled Parent‑Teacher Conferences as part of community life.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school operates a Parents Council (PC) that functions as the PTA, fostering collaboration between families and the school. The PC provides a platform for parents to voice opinions, contribute to decision-making, and actively participate in the school community, supporting the school's mission and promoting a unified approach to student development. Roles within the PC include advisory work, communication, resource support, and advocacy for student needs. Membership is limited to eight members, selected for a three-year term through public elections, with defined roles such as Chairperson and Secretary and governance guidelines for attendance and decision-making. PC meetings are held at least monthly, with minutes recorded and shared to ensure transparency, and designated emails (pr.pc@alrawabi.online for KG/Primary and hs.pc@alrawabi.online for Secondary) facilitate parent communication. The PC works in tandem with the Board of Directors and the Students Council to address school matters and organize or participate in school events and initiatives.	Parent teacher association The Al Wisam School PTA is chaired by Kawthar AlArab, with Ebtihal Al Shehabi as Vice Chairman and Yasmeen Fadhul as Treasurer. Members include Mona Abdulla Bilal, Zainab Ebrahim Ali, and Amina Ebrahim AL Hamad. The PTA also includes senior school leaders such as Maha Younes (Principal) and Dr. Saba Parkar (Vice Principal), Huda Al‑Alsaei (Head of Middle School), Arfa Mudassar (Head of Primary School), Hoorya Anan (Head of Counseling), and Sara Jameel (Secretary). The PTA composition and leadership are listed on the official PTA page.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school is a national bilingual private school operating under the Bahrain Ministry of Education, serving Bahraini and expatriate communities. It is a Cambridge and International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, authorized for IB since 2014 and UNESCO-affiliated. The high school offers a standard American high school diploma and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with IB certificates available as an alternative. The curriculum includes national subjects (Arabic, Social Studies, Religion & Citizenship) and English-taught core and elective subjects; the school uses a proficiency-based grading system to measure achievement.	Academic & intellectual Extracurriculars foster critical thinking and independent inquiry, enabling students to explore concepts, ideas, and global issues. They develop leadership and collaboration skills for problem solving in real-world contexts.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art Academy is provided as part of the school's co-curricular offerings, supporting visual arts development. The school also offers creative and technical activities such as Arabic Poetry Academy, Scratch Game Coding Academy, and Digital Natives Academy as part of its extracurricular program.	Arts & creative Drama and Theatre are offered to nurture creativity and self-expression. Art is included in the curriculum for the middle and upper years.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school is a national bilingual institution serving Bahraini and expatriate communities. Arabic language offerings within the IB Diploma Programme include Arabic A Language and Literature and Arabic B, alongside English A Language and Literature and English B. An extracurricular Arabic Poetry Academy complements language and cultural engagement.	Cultural & language German language learning is provided. The school operates in a supportive bilingual environment.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Boys & Girls Sports Clubs, Robotics Academy, Fitness Academy, Scratch Coding Academy, Digital Natives Academy, and Art Academy are part of after-school offerings. The Student Life program includes activities such as Trips and After-School Activities, a House Point System, and an Identity program to support social engagement and belonging.	Social & hobbies Extracurriculars promote collaboration and teamwork and provide opportunities for social engagement beyond the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service The school views itself as an active community member and emphasizes volunteering. Community Service activities include partnerships with organizations such as Al Manar Elderly Care Center and fundraising efforts for Breast Cancer, Walkathons for Cancer Society, and involvement with the Hope Institute for Special Education across Primary, Intermediate, and Secondary levels.	Community & service Community outreach initiatives are part of the school's program, including collaborations with organizations to support learning opportunities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Board of Directors oversees overall school performance, with decision-making shared with the Parents' Council and the Students' Council. The school principal is responsible for overall performance and student achievement, supported by a structured governance framework and community input.	Leadership & professional Extracurricular activities focus on developing leadership qualities, enabling students to take initiative, collaborate effectively, and inspire positive change.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school emphasizes holistic development across intellectual, emotional, physical, social, moral, and spiritual dimensions. Whole-child development is a core focus alongside rigorous academics, with Sports Clubs, Fitness Academy, and outdoor trips contributing to physical and mental well-being through structured activities and experiences.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Life Skills are taught across year groups to support wellbeing and practical, real-life competencies.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Al Rawabi is bilingual with English as the language of instruction for high school core subjects. Arabic is taught as a national subject and appears in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as Arabic A Language & Literature (HL/SL) and Arabic B (HL/SL). In the IB Diploma Programme, English A Language & Literature (HL/SL) and English B (HL/SL) are also offered. Since the 2017/18 school year, IB candidates may choose between a full IB Diploma and IB Certificates.	Language provision The Cambridge Curriculum is used for literacy and numeracy in the Primary Curriculum. English is a core subject across year groups. Arabic is taught as a language and is present in Arabic and Islamic Studies offerings. German is offered as a language across the school (appearing in primary and middle/high subject lists). In High School, IGCSE and AS/AL pathways are used within Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) and Edexcel frameworks, with English, Arabic, and German among available subjects.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school is a national bilingual private school under the Ministry of Education in Bahrain. It serves Bahraini and expatriate communities and operates across two campuses. Since 2014, Al Rawabi has been an authorized IB World School and is an approved Cambridge and Edexcel examination centre, and it is UNESCO-affiliated. The high school offers a standard American high school diploma and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with core subjects taught in English and national subjects including Arabic, Social Studies, and Religion & Citizenship.	Bilingual teaching Al Wisam School operates in a bilingual environment. English is used in instruction. Arabic is taught as a language and integrated across the curriculum. German is taught as a language across primary through middle/high levels.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Registration window and capacity: Registration for the new academic year is open from January to May of the current year, with the deadline potentially adjusted by MOE announcements. The school can admit a number of students up to the capacity approved by the Ministry of Education, and it will notify the public when a grade level reaches capacity through channels such as social media, SMS, emails, and other communications. 2. Age criteria for new admissions (SY 2026-2027): The school assigns grade placement based on specific birth-date windows, with examples including KG1 born in 2022 and Grade 12 students born in 2009. The age bands ensure students are placed in the appropriate grade level, and the policy lists all grade/level ranges for new admissions. 3. Admission interview and tests: Admission involves grade-appropriate assessments and interviews. KG applicants have an admission interview scheduled by the KG Admission Committee; Grades 1-2 require an Arabic, English, and Math test plus an Observation Period; Grades 3-5 require an Arabic, English, and Math test plus an Interview; Grades 6-12 require tests and an Interview; Grade 9-10 (IGCSE) uses a placement exam with the IGCSE Coordinator, and Grade 11 (IBDP) uses a placement exam with the IBDP Coordinator. 4. Admission criteria and online assessments: All new applicants must achieve a minimum 60 out of 100 in Arabic, English, and Math. Students from other schools must present a Good Conduct Certificate; the school may not register students who do not adhere to its policies. Students from abroad may take an online admission assessment if they cannot attend in person; final placement decisions are made by School Management and communicated to applicants/parents within 3 school working days; the admission decision is valid for 3 days from approval. 5. Registration documents and transfer requirements: On the examination/interview day, the following documents are required: CPR copies for student and parent, birth certificate, vaccination records, health and medical reports if applicable, and the completed Al Rawabi Registration Form via PowerSchool. Registration also requires transfer documents for students moving from other schools or from outside Bahrain, along with attestation requirements for certificates issued abroad. Attestations may include stamps from the issuing state's MOE and Bahrain's embassy or equivalent. 6. Additional notes for registration: The school's registration process includes submission of all pages of the registration form, a passport-size photo, and any required transfer documents, with the final placement decisions communicated by the Admission Committee after examinations/interviews.	Admissions Step 1: Learn about the school and its community. The school has existed for over 20 years and hosts around 40 nationalities, creating a diverse learning environment. This diversity supports a global perspective in classrooms. For more information, contact the Admissions office at the school. Step 2: Submit the application forms to the Admissions office with a non-refundable application fee and copies of the required documents. The required documents include three passport-sized photographs, the student's CPR and Smart Card report, the student's passport, and the student's resident permit (for non-Bahrainis). It also includes the birth certificate, immunizations and medical record, the parents' CPR and Smart Card reports, the parents' CV with certificates, the electricity bill, and the student's previous school reports for the past three years (including CPA and Cumulative Percentage for High School), as well as certificates of good conduct and the Leaving Certificate from the previous school. Step 3: Evaluation and acceptance follow submission. Admission test dates are set after the completed documents are received. Parents are notified of the test slate via SMS and the test results after 10 days via SMS. After acceptance, registration is completed by signing the acceptance letter and paying the registration, books fees, and other fees within one week. Step 4: Filling out the application form does not guarantee acceptance. Offers are contingent on test results and space availability. The school reserves the right to grant or decline a place based on evaluation and capacity. Step 5: For more information, contact the school. Email: [email protected], Telephone: +973 17699595, Extension numbers 644 and 645. Step 6: To arrange a visit, email [email protected] with a preferred date and time to discuss the programme and admissions process.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Scholarships recognize outstanding performance in external examinations. The program focuses on Year 11 IGCSE results and Year 13 AS/A Level results. Year 12: Students who have achieved the following grades in external examinations (IGCSEs in Year 11, in 4 or more subjects) are considered: for each 9 attained in IGCSEs, 10%; for each 8 attained, 5%; for each 7 attained, 3%; for each 6 attained, 1%. Year 13: Students who have achieved the following grades in external examinations (AS/A Levels): 3 A's = 25%, 2 A's = 10%, 1 A = 5%. The scholarship program aims to reward high achievement in external examinations and to support talented learners on their educational journey.
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