Al Rawabi Private School vs APG School

	A Al Rawabi Private School Manama, Bahrain	A APG School Manama, Bahrain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year BHD 1,032 - 2,585	Fees / year BHD 1,300 - 2,503
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 2,425	Pupils —
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Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
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 APG School is located in Khamis, Bahrain, near the historical Khamis Mosque. The campus sits in the Bahraini capital region and serves both Bahraini and expatriate families. The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education to operate 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 APG offers Kindergarten through Grade 12. The program structure includes Kindergarten, Elementary, and Middle School, followed by the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), IB Diploma Programme (DP), and IB Career-related Programme (CP); a Primary Years Programme (PYP) is a candidate. APG is officially authorized for the MYP, DP, and CP, with PYP in candidate status.
School type	School type Co-educational; day school (no boarding facilities).	School type APG is a co-educational day school (no boarding). The school's IB profile indicates Gender: COEDUCATIONAL and Boarding facilities: DAY.
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 Public materials do not publish the exact number of nationalities or the local-to-international ratio.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 Public information on the exact nationality mix is not published. APG serves both Bahraini and non-Bahraini students, indicating a diverse international student body.
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 Public information on dedicated SEN provisions is not published. APG does offer an Alternative Learning Program for High Achievers (ALPHA) within its student-life offerings, which supports high-achieving students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated with Bahrain's Ministry of Education.	Country affiliation APG is located in Bahrain and does not have a separate country-specific affiliation.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is listed.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is stated publicly for APG.
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 APG publishes a school calendar with term dates and holidays; daily start and end times are not publicly listed. The calendar for 2025–2026 shows the structure of school terms and holidays.
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 APG does not offer a school bus service. Families arrange their own transport.
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 - Entrance (application) fee: BHD 10 per student (not applicable to KG). - Registration fee for new students: BHD 50 per student (one-time, payable on registration). Tuition fees by year group (Academic Year 2025–2026) — annual and per-term (3-installment) amounts - KG2 (age 4): Annual tuition BHD 1,300 — 3-installment plan: BHD 433 per installment. - KG3 (age 5): Annual tuition BHD 1,300 — 3-installment plan: BHD 433 per installment. - Grade 1 (age 6): Annual tuition BHD 1,300 — 3-installment plan: BHD 433 per installment. - Grade 2: Annual tuition BHD 1,343 — 3-installment plan: BHD 448 per installment. - Grade 3: Annual tuition BHD 1,343 — 3-installment plan: BHD 448 per installment. - Grade 4: Annual tuition BHD 1,515 — 3-installment plan: BHD 505 per installment. - Grade 5: Annual tuition BHD 1,521 — 3-installment plan: BHD 507 per installment. - Grade 6: Annual tuition BHD 1,521 — 3-installment plan: BHD 507 per installment. - Grade 7: Annual tuition BHD 1,714 — 3-installment plan: BHD 571 per installment. - Grade 8: Annual tuition BHD 1,714 — 3-installment plan: BHD 571 per installment. - Grade 9: Annual tuition BHD 1,714 — 3-installment plan: BHD 571 per installment. - Grade 10: Annual tuition BHD 2,503 — 3-installment plan: BHD 834 per installment. - Grade 11: Annual tuition BHD 2,503 — 3-installment plan: BHD 834 per installment. - Grade 12: Annual tuition BHD 2,503 — 3-installment plan: BHD 834 per installment. Sibling discounts and discounted payment options - Sibling discounts are applied to the fee schedule as published: second child receives a 10% discount, third child 15%, fourth child 20%, fifth child 25%. The published fee schedule also shows the standard tuition figures alongside the three-installment breakdown. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid in full or through a three-installment plan (fees are published both as annual totals and as the three-installment amounts). The fee schedule shows the three-installment amounts for each grade. - The school's published terms state that the second and third installments are non-refundable. - Payment methods accepted (as listed in the published fee schedule): Benefit Pay > FAWATEER (Education “APG School”), payment via NONOO exchange company (any branch), and SADAD online services or at any SADAD kiosk. For payment inquiries the school provides a dedicated payment email address. Refund and withdrawal charges (published policy) - Tuition fee is not refundable. - Published withdrawal charges (based on the published schedule for the 2025–2026 year): - Withdrawal before 1 September 2025 or during September 2025: pay 50% of the first payment. - Withdrawal during October 2025: pay 75% of the first payment. - Withdrawal during November 2025: pay 100% of the first payment. - Withdrawal during December 2025: pay 100% of the first and second payments. - Withdrawal from 1 January 2026 onward: pay 100% of the full year. - The admission policy confirms that entrance and registration fees are compulsory and non‑refundable. Boarding - APG is a day school; boarding facilities are not provided. Other costs and fees - The school's published documents list entrance, registration and tuition as compulsory fees. Additional charges related to examinations, materials, textbooks or specific activities are not detailed as fixed amounts in the published tuition schedule; parents should expect that costs for textbooks, external exam fees, or optional activities may be charged separately according to the school's policies. (The published fee schedule lists tuition totals and the installment breakdown; it does not itemize uniform or book charges as fixed line items in that schedule.) Fee payment options and contact for payments - Accepted payment channels (published): Benefit Pay > FAWATEER (Education “APG School”); NONOO Exchange Company (any branch); SADAD online services or at a SADAD kiosk. The fee schedule provides a payments contact email: apgschoolpayment@apgschool.com. Notes on published fee year - The figures above are taken from the school's published fee schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year and the school's admission policy documents. The admission policy lists the entrance and registration fees and confirms compulsory/non‑refundable status; the fee schedule provides the annual tuition totals and the three‑installment breakdown for each grade.
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 —
Food options	Food options —	Food options —
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 APG School is a private school in Khamis, Bahrain, licensed by the Ministry of Education to educate Bahraini and non-Bahraini students. It is an IB World School, a candidate for the IB Primary Years Programme and fully authorized for IB MYP, DP, and CP, and it has been a Council of International Schools member since 2017. The school is governed by a Board of Directors and a Board of Trustees led by Founder & Chairman Mr Mohammed Moosa Al Aali, with leadership including the School General Director and the IB PYP Principal, and it holds accreditations from COIS, Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority (BQA), and affiliations with IB and UNESCO.
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 APG School (Arabian Pearl Gulf School) is located in Khamis, Bahrain, and serves Kindergarten through Grade 12 under a single K–12 program. APG is an IB World School: a candidate for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and fully authorised to offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), and the Career-related Programme (CP). The language of instruction is English, and the curriculum places emphasis on global citizenship and student well-being as core priorities. Curricular structure by stage includes Kindergarten and Elementary with PYP-aligned, inquiry-based learning, Middle School under the MYP framework, Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10, and the IB Diploma Programme and CP in Grades 11–12. APG holds CIS accreditation and is rated “Outstanding” by Bahrain's Quality Assurance Authority; all graduates complete the IB programme.
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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 APG School supports social and emotional learning (SEL) as part of a holistic, globally-minded education that aims to develop students' academic, social, emotional, and physical potential. The Kindergarten program emphasizes social, emotional, and academic development through play-based learning. Student life includes eleven clubs designed to build emotional intelligence and leadership, fostering belonging and positive relationships. The IB CAS program provides experiential learning that involves planning, acting, and reflecting, reinforcing personal growth and a compassionate mindset. The school's emphasis on global citizenship and cultural inclusivity further supports SEL within a diverse, inclusive environment.
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) SEN provision is not publicly disclosed by the school. The ALPHA Program is described as an Alternative Learning Program for High Achievers and is not presented as SEN support. APG is licensed by the Ministry of Education to serve Bahraini and non-Bahraini students and is an IB World School with CIS accreditation, indicating alignment with international standards but without publicly stated SEN specifics. There is no publicly documented dedicated SEN facility or program on the site.
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 does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. Public pages describe the school's IB world-school status and inclusive approach but do not specify EAL programmes or staffing.
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 Mental wellbeing is embedded in APG's approach to holistic development, with the mission to support students' social, emotional, and physical potential. The Kindergarten program explicitly targets social and emotional development. IB CAS further supports mental wellbeing through experiential learning that emphasizes personal growth and reflection. Accreditations and IB authorizations reflect adherence to international standards that include student welfare and safeguarding expectations.
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 The school does not publicly disclose safeguarding policies. APG is licensed by the Bahrain Ministry of Education and is a CIS member (since 2017) with accreditation from CIS and other bodies, alongside IB authorizations, which collectively imply adherence to international safeguarding standards.
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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 APG School is located in Khamis, Bahrain near the historical Khamis Mosque. It serves Kindergarten through Grade 12 and enrolls over 1,390 students. The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education to admit Bahraini and non-Bahraini students. It is a member of the Council of International Schools since 2017 and is rated Outstanding by the Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority. APG is an IB World School with a Primary Years Programme candidate status and full authorisation to offer the IB Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme, and Career-related Programme.
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 APG offers the International Baccalaureate programs: Primary Years Programme is a candidate, and the Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme, and Career-related Programme are authorised. The school is affiliated with the International Baccalaureate and UNESCO. It is a member of the Council of International Schools since 2017 and holds accreditation with the Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority and COIS.
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 APG School offers eleven clubs that cover a range of interests and promote leadership and collaboration. Contests are organized to challenge students and showcase talents, spanning academic and creative categories. The GATE Units include CORT Training, Thinking Corner, and ALPHA Program for high achievers. The Creative Action Services program reflects the IB CAS framework, with students required to complete 150 hours of CAS activities across the two-year diploma program.
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 APG School was founded in 1996 by Mr. Mohammed Moosa Al Aali in Khamis, Bahrain, near the historic Khamis Mosque. It began with about 250 students in Grades 1–3 and has since expanded into a Kindergarten–Grade 12 private school licensed by Bahrain's Ministry of Education to educate Bahraini and non-Bahraini students. The school has grown into a leading educational institution in Bahrain, emphasizing values-based learning and international standards. APG is a Council of International Schools member since 2017 and an IB World School, with a Primary Years Programme candidate and full authorisation for MYP, DP, and CP. Alumni have earned prestigious scholarships and gained admission to top universities locally and abroad.
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 APG's student life centers on clubs, contests, and service programs. The school runs eleven clubs that foster leadership, collaboration, and creativity, and it uses contests and GATE units to challenge students. The IB CAS program is embedded in student activities, linking classroom learning to real-world action. The school also publishes news about events such as the 2025 graduation for the Class of 2025 and APG MUN and partnership events that involve students and families.
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 A formal Parent-Teacher Association is not described in public APG materials. Parent involvement appears through school events, partnerships, and communications that invite family participation. APG's news pages highlight activities such as graduation ceremonies and collaborative events that engage families, and the school's student-life programs include projects and competitions that families may support. The IB World School status and CIS accreditation reflect APG's integration into the international school community. These elements together indicate a family-informed culture, even though a separate PTA is not publicly documented.
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 The IB continuum is offered: APG is a candidate school for the Primary Years Programme and is fully authorized to offer the Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme, and Career-related Programme. All APG graduates complete the IB programme and achieve results above the world average. The school is a member of the Council of International Schools since 2017, and emphasizes holistic development, well-being, and academic achievement as core to education.
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 —
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 —
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 APG School offers eleven clubs that involve students in projects to develop emotional intelligence and leadership. Club involvement builds meaningful interpersonal relationships and a sense of belonging, while helping students gain friends and explore their interests. Contests are designed to challenge students with academic and creative competitions, promoting teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
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 The IB CAS program at APG is an experiential learning process requiring planning, action, and reflection on CAS activities. The program requires 150 hours over two years and aims to refine academic performance while fostering a compassionate and caring approach to contribute to a better, more peaceful world. It emphasizes planning, action, and reflection to develop resilience and service-oriented values.
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 GATE Units include CORT Training, Thinking Corner, and the ALPHA Program. CORT Training teaches creative thinking skills to primary students; Thinking Corner develops thinking and problem-solving; ALPHA provides an Alternative Learning Program for High Achievers. These initiatives are designed to develop thinking skills and leadership potential.
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 Holistic development and student well-being are central to APG's educational approach. The school places the student at the centre of learning, focusing on well-being alongside academic achievement. Extracurricular experiences such as clubs and CAS contribute to social, emotional, and physical well-being.
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 —
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 —
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards The school has an Outstanding rating from the Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority in its latest review.
Accreditations	Accreditations MBA	Accreditations The school has Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority (Outstanding) and Council of International Schools accreditations.
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 1. Grade placement and age policy. Grade placement is determined by age with a January cut-off. Entering KG1–4 is by February; entering 1st Grade–6 by February; entering 6th Grade–12 by February. The policy follows the Ministry of Education age rules, and the minimum ages for each level are outlined. The school accepts students aged 3+ for KG entry, with the requirement that the child is 4 years old by February. 2. General admission procedures. Prospective students must submit the following documents: photocopies of Birth Certificate, Passport, and CPR; Original Transfer Certificate; Conduct Certificate; an official copy of the student's academic report from the previous school; a Medical Record for KG moving to Grade 1; 4 passport-sized photos; and any other information relevant to the school. An assessment is required: oral assessment for KG–Grade 1 and written and oral assessments for Grades 2–12, followed by an interview with the Principal or another administrator. 3. Admission to IGCSE and IB Diploma. Prospective students seeking admission to IGCSE and the IB Diploma program meet with the concerned Coordinator and undertake: submit a copy of the academic report; inquire about the program; wait for the call to schedule the entrance examination; pay the required fee and take the entrance examination; wait for the results; if admitted, an interview may be required and final registration proceeds after course planning. 4. For continuing APG students. Returning students attend the pre-IB orientation in March; complete the pre-registration form with parents; submit to the IB Coordinator; discuss with the IB Coordinator if there are questions about the courses; complete registration once courses are approved. 5. Fees. The Entrance Exam Fee is 10 Dinars per student (one-time, applicable to first-time Grades 1–12 applicants). The Registration Fee is 50 Dinars per student (one-time). Tuition fees are listed in the Schedule of Fees for 2024–2025.
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