Al Rawabi Private School and New Generation Private School are both in Manama, about 8 km apart. Both schools offer British programmes, and Al Rawabi Private School also offers IB. Published annual fees are BHD 1,032 - 2,585 at Al Rawabi Private School and BHD 1,250 - 1,925 at New Generation Private School, which puts Al Rawabi Private School roughly 14% higher. Al Rawabi Private School takes pupils from 4 to 18, and New Generation Private School from 3 to 16.
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Al Rawabi Private School
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Manama, Bahrain
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Fees / year
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Fees / year BHD 1,032 - 2,585 | Fees / year BHD 1,250 - 1,925 |
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Age range
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Age range 4 - 18 years | Age range 3 - 16 years |
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Type
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Curriculum
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Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) | Curriculum British Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 2,425 | Pupils — |
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English |
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Bus service
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Location
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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 New Generation Private School is located in Juffair, in the capital area of Manama, Bahrain. The campus sits on a 10,000 sqm plot with a built-up area of 21,000 sqm, in a central neighbourhood with easy road access. There is dedicated bus parking and the school works with an external transport provider to serve families across Bahrain. |
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Stages
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Stages Cambridge curriculum for Grades 1–8; Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9–10; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. | Stages Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery to Reception) for children aged 3 to 5. Primary and Middle School cover Key Stage 1 and 2, with a progression to Grade 9. |
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School type
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School type Co-educational; day school (no boarding facilities). | School type Co-educational day school. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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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 The school represents 32 nationalities. Bahraini students constitute about 77% of the student body, with non-Bahraini students making up about 23%. |
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Additional learning support
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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 NGPS provides support through two social counselors. It emphasises inclusive education, but specific SEN provisions are not published in public materials. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Affiliated with Bahrain's Ministry of Education. | Country affiliation British affiliation; Cambridge curriculum; COBIS accreditation. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is listed. | Religious affiliation Islamic Bahraini values are embedded in the school community; the majority of students are Muslim; it is not a religious school. |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school day runs from about 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. | School day structure The day for Primary and Middle School starts at 07:00 with an assembly for G1 to G9. There are two breaks during the day; school ends at 13:30 for bus students and at 13:45 for car pickup. |
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Bus service details
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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 Transportation across Bahrain is provided via an external independent transport company; there is a dedicated parking area for school buses; transport registration is through the Finance Department at 17235000 or 77235000; bus rules include seat belts and restrictions on eating or distracting the driver. |
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Fee details
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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 - Registration fee for new students: BHD 65. - New-student assessment fee: BHD 35. Tuition — Advance termly payment option (three-term structure) - KG: Annual tuition BHD 1,250; three-term instalment BHD 417; books paid in advance BHD 80. First instalment + books payable upon successful registration (July 2025). - KG1: Annual tuition BHD 1,400; three-term instalment BHD 467; books paid in advance BHD 100. - KG2: Annual tuition BHD 1,500; three-term instalment BHD 500; books paid in advance BHD 100. Second instalment payable on 12 December 2025. - Grade 1–5: Annual tuition BHD 1,675; three-term instalment BHD 558; books paid in advance BHD 125. - Grade 6–8: Annual tuition BHD 1,825; three-term instalment BHD 608; books paid in advance BHD 150. Third instalment payable on 12 March 2026. - Grade 9–10: Annual tuition BHD 1,925; three-term instalment BHD 642; books paid in advance BHD 150. Tuition — Monthly instalment option (9-installment structure) - KG: Total session tuition BHD 1,350; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 122; books paid in advance BHD 80. - KG1: Total session tuition BHD 1,550; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 144; books paid in advance BHD 100. - KG2: Total session tuition BHD 1,650; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 156; books paid in advance BHD 100. - Grade 1–5: Total session tuition BHD 1,725; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 164; books paid in advance BHD 125. - Grade 6–8: Total session tuition BHD 1,898; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 183; books paid in advance BHD 150. - Grade 9–10: Total session tuition BHD 1,998; first fee upon registration BHD 250; 9-installment amount BHD 194; books paid in advance BHD 150. Examination and assessment charges - Cambridge Checkpoint fee: BHD 50 (applicable for Grade 5 and Grade 8). - Cambridge IGCSE: BHD 55 per subject (to be paid in advance). Billing schedule and payment terms - For the three-term option: instalment due dates are staggered (first instalment and books due on successful registration in July, second instalment due 12 December, third instalment due 12 March). - For the 9-installment option: the first fee is payable on registration; subsequent monthly instalments are to be paid within the first week of the relevant month or as agreed with the Accounts Department. - All fees are to be paid to the Accounts Department via Cash, Card and BenefitPay. Parents are required to settle payment before enrollment. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed. Boarding is not applicable. Other costs and requirements - Textbooks: books are mandatory, must be purchased from the school, and the cost of textbooks is non-refundable; the school lists a books-paid-advance charge by year group as noted above. - Uniforms: specific uniform items are required by year group (Nursery–KG2 and Grade 1–9 lists of shirts, bottoms, ties, footwear, and optional vest/coat details). Uniform item prices are not listed. - Transportation, meals and canteen charges are handled separately (transportation details are provided on the school's transportation information page). Refund information and withdrawal terms - Application form acceptance and registration fees are non-refundable. Textbook costs are non-refundable. - Withdrawal refunds schedule: - If withdrawal is made before 15 August, the school will retain BHD 250 and refund the balance. - If withdrawal is made between 16 August and the first day of school, no refund will be made. - If withdrawal is made within the first 21 days of school, 70% of the second instalment will be refundable. - If withdrawal is made on October 1st or thereafter, no refund of the second instalment will be made. - Outstanding fees must be cleared before registration for the next academic year; the school may withhold report cards/student files or refuse entry if fees are not settled, and reserves the right to take action in case of non-payment. Fee payment options and contact for accounts - Accepted payment methods: Cash, Card, BenefitPay at the Accounts Department. For admissions and fee enquiries use the school admissions email: admissions@ngisbahrain.com or the main contact numbers. |
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Boarding arrangements
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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 — |
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Uniform requirement
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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 Nursery to KG2: White shirt with school emblem; striped grey shorts for boys or striped grey skirt for girls; red-and-white striped tie; white socks and black shoes. Grade 1 to Grade 9: Girls wear white shirt with emblem, striped grey skirt, striped grey vest coat, red-and-white striped tie, white socks and black shoes; boys wear white shirt with emblem, striped grey trousers, red-and-white striped tie, black shoes. The uniform uses a grey and white colour scheme with red stripes to foster a sense of unity and school identity. |
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Food options
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Food options — | Food options New Generation Private School operates a small canteen with water, juice and snacks. The school encourages students to bring lunch from home to support healthy eating, and activities promote healthy lifestyles. A waste management corner near the canteen supports recycling and waste awareness. |
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House system
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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 — |
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Governance and ownership
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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 NGPS describes itself as an independent organization. Admissions and policy matters reference an Advisory Board that governs the school. There is no information indicating that NGPS is part of a larger group of schools. |
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Curriculum details
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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 NGPS Bahrain offers a British-based education from Nursery through Year 9, structured around the Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) and Key Stages 1–3 (Years 1–9). The Primary curriculum centers on core English, Mathematics, and Science, with English taught under the Cambridge English framework; Mathematics and Science use Singaporean approaches; Foundation subjects include Social Studies, Art, Music, Physical Education, Information Technology, Arabic, French, and Life Skills, with Islamic education available to those who need it. NGPS identifies itself as an IBMYP/IBDP Candidate School for Nursery–Year 9, indicating alignment with International Baccalaureate frameworks. Assessments follow a three-term year with two term exams per term, preceded by a September diagnostic to determine placement and teaching approaches. The school carries Cambridge Accreditation, Bahrain Ministry of Education accreditation, and COBIS accreditation. |
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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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 NGPS Bahrain supports Social and Emotional Learning through two social counselors and by delivering wellbeing-focused assemblies and student clubs that foster self-esteem, public speaking, healthy relationships, anti-bullying, and related themes. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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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) NGPS states that it places equal importance on learners with varying needs but does not have facilities to support SEN, and may refuse admission if a student's needs require services NGPS cannot provide. |
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English as an additional language
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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 NGPS indicates students are bi-lingual and provides English-language instruction with library resources in English and Arabic; there is no publicly disclosed dedicated EAL program. |
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Mental wellbeing
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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 supported by two social counselors and by wellbeing-oriented activities such as morning assemblies that address self-esteem and topics like healthy relationships and environment. |
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Safeguarding
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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 Safeguarding is addressed through an external transport company operating under strict child-safeguarding rules and the school maintains an on-site nurse to support students' health. |
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Facilities overview
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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 The NGPS campus is located in Juffair, Bahrain, on a 10,000 sqm plot with a built-up area of 21,000 sqm and a capacity of 675 students. The school has 29 classrooms, 2 labs (1 computer lab and 1 science lab), 1 library, 1 multipurpose hall, 1 football field, and two separate playgrounds for Early Years and Key Stages, with dedicated parking for school buses. Classrooms are equipped with smart boards to create interactive lessons and to support collaboration. The campus provides a safe, stimulating and supportive environment for learning. |
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Sports facilities
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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 There is a football field and basketball fields for outdoor sport. A multipurpose hall supports indoor activities and events. |
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Academic facilities
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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 NGPS has 29 classrooms and two laboratories (one computer lab, one science lab). The ICT Lab provides desktop PCs for ICT lessons, with e-safety embedded in the curriculum. The Library is well-lit and houses books in English and Arabic. Interactive Classrooms use smart boards to support teaching and learning. Early Years Foundation Stage classrooms are designed for ages 3-5 with a dedicated EYFS playground. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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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 The school offers extracurricular activities and field trips throughout the academic year. There are in-house activities and field trips to enhance learning, creativity and interpersonal skills. Weekly student clubs allow students to explore new skills or develop existing ones. Morning assemblies feature weekly themes and student presentations to build self-esteem and public speaking. |
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History
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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 New Generation Private School traces its origins to New Generation International School, established in Bahrain in 2005. In September 2018 the school was taken over by Suha Investments and restructured, with UK-based SDF Management Consultancy appointed to run the school. The revamp led to the rebranding as New Generation Private School and a governance model overseen by a London-based education consultancy. NGPS operates as an independent organization under this UK-led governance framework and follows a British curriculum with approval from the Bahraini Ministry of Education. |
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Community
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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 NGPS has a diverse student body drawn from multiple nationalities, with 32 nationalities represented and two school counselors noted in school materials. The school is a private British school delivering the Cambridge Curriculum, with English as the medium of instruction and Arabic as the second language. The campus is located in Juffair and includes facilities such as science labs, a library, a multipurpose hall, a football field, and separate Early Years playgrounds. The EYFS facilities page documents family-oriented events such as Colouring Contest, English Spelling Bee, Pajama Day, and Family Day that involve families. |
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Parent teacher association
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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 Public pages do not publish a dedicated Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) for NGPS. Parent involvement appears to be facilitated through school-led family events and activities; documented events include Colouring Contest, English Spelling Bee, Pajama Day and Family Day, hosted in the Multipurpose Hall and other campus facilities. The school's leadership emphasizes community engagement as part of governance, with a London-based education consultancy overseeing operations and a Cambridge-based curriculum guiding teaching. Communication with families is handled via official channels such as email and telephone. No separate PTA council or formal PTA policy is listed on NGPS pages. |
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Academic & intellectual
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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 NGPS offers a value-based British education and is an IBMYP/IBDP Candidate School from Nursery to Grade 9. Early Years Foundation Stage includes Nursery, KG-1 and KG-2 for ages 3–5, followed by Key Stage 1–3 for ages 5–14. The curriculum follows the British framework with six early learning areas in the Foundation Stage and progression to subject-based study in later years; the school is accredited by Cambridge, the Bahraini Ministry of Education, and COBIS. |
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Arts & creative
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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 — |
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Cultural & language
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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 NGPS hosts 32 nationalities; Bahraini students make up 77% and non-Bahraini 23%. The school describes itself as an international British/IBMYP/IBDP Candidate School, promoting global citizenship through its diverse community and reputable accreditation. |
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Social & hobbies
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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 — |
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Community & service
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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 Graduates are recognized for high achievement, strong leadership and a consistent focus on service. The mission emphasizes resilience, creativity and global leadership with service as a core element. |
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Leadership & professional
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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 Leadership is central to NGPS, with leadership programs and opportunities for professional skills development as part of the school community. The school aims to empower global leaders who drive positive transformation. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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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 The campus features spacious outdoor facilities, a well-equipped Science Lab, a Library and Interactive Classrooms. Transportation is used by 41% of students (NGPS transportation) and 59% use private transportation. Two social counselors support student wellbeing and guidance, along with a diverse student body. |
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Language provision
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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 English is the language of instruction for the IB curriculum for Grade 6 to Grade 12; the school describes its students as bilingual. |
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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 New Generation Private School provides bilingual education and serves students from Nursery through Grade 9 within a British curriculum framework. |
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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. NGPS enrolls students from the international and local community in Bahrain. The school follows a Cambridge Curriculum to provide a British education within the context of its local Islamic culture. Students are bilingual and are educated to become independent, active, and involved global citizens who contribute to society. Parents must complete all admissions procedures and agree to follow the school's policies as part of enrollment. 2. Ages for Early Years and Primary entry are defined as follows: Early Years Foundation Stage comprises ages 3-5 (Nursery, KG-1, KG-2) with 3-year-olds eligible for Nursery, 4-year-olds for KG-1, and 5-year-olds for KG-2. Primary School entry requires students to be 6 years old and meet all admission requirements. 3. Application process follows a step-by-step path: requests for enrollment are accepted online, by phone, or in person; prospective parents receive an information packet; a meeting with the Admissions Officer explains the programme and answers questions; the prospective student completes an entry assessment; on successful assessment and Principal approval, the parent submits the registration forms. The school maintains a continuous admissions policy throughout the year. 4. There are criteria for admission withdrawal and potential reasons for refusing admission: the school may refuse or limit enrollment if the program requires significant modification, if the student requires services not provided by NGPS, if there is persistent behavior problems or unsatisfactory academic performance, if policies or discipline codes are not adhered to, or if full educational records have not been disclosed. 5. Documents required in the first stages of the admission process include a Transfer Certificate from the previous school; the original CPR for the student and both parents; proof of residency; two passport-sized photographs; a copy of the student's birth certificate; immunization records and health form; the previous year's school report (for admission to Grade 1 and above); and a Certificate of Equivalency from the Bahrain Ministry of Education for students transferring from outside Bahrain. 6. Accreditation and oversight: NGPS is accredited by Cambridge, the Ministry of Education Bahrain, and COBIS. 7. |
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