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Al Iman School

Bahrain, Isa Town

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Arabic, English
Fees BHD 1,959 - 2,619
Ages 6 - 18 years
Type Girls School, Boys School
Opened 1992
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Al-Iman School in Isa Town, Bahrain, operates with separate boys' and girls' sections on a single campus. The school opened in 1992 (AH 1413) and is located in the Educational Zone of Isa Town at Building 200, Road 4112, Complex 841. The Bahrain Ministry of Education directory notes that the school follows a Saudi curriculum in Arabic and Islamic Studies alongside a U.S. curriculum in English, making Arabic and English the languages of instruction. The institution serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 12, comprising primary, middle (preparatory), and secondary levels, with roughly 1,850 students across about 120 classes and 140 teachers. Extracurricular programs include STEAM projects and robotics, and the school hosts several clubs and societies, such as Robotics, Scratch JR, Toastmasters, Da Vinci Art Club, Science Club, Drama, and Model United Nations (MUN). The site indicates a Transport section for families but does not publish specific bus details. The principal's name is not listed on the site.

201 Rd No 4112, Isa Town, Bahrain

The Essentials

Al Iman School has instruction in Arabic, English.

Location
The Al Iman School is located in Isa Town, Bahrain. The campus is Building 200, Road 4112, Complex 841, in the Isa Town Education Zone. The area is served by Bahrain's public transit network and is near the University of Bahrain/Isa Town area, making it accessible by bus routes 15 and 19. The school's address and area designation identify it clearly as part of Isa Town. [Locations: Building 200, Road 4112, Complex 841; Isa Town Education Zone; Isa Town, Bahrain. Bus access and nearby landmarks are described in transit listings.]

Stages
The school operates three main levels: Elementary/Primary (Ibtida'iya), Preparatory (Adadiya, the middle years), and Secondary. These levels are shown in the school's fee schedules where the categories are labeled الابتدائية (Primary), الإعدادية (Preparatory), and الثانوية (Secondary). The English-language pages likewise reflect these three levels.

Type
The school type is gender-segregated with separate sections for boys and girls. There is a Boys Section and a Girls Section on the same institution (separate campuses/pages). There is no co-educational single-campus listing on the Bahraini site; both sections are clearly presented as distinct parts of the same school family.

Additional learning support
No specific individual SEN (Additional Learning Needs) provisions are published on the Bahraini site. The admission process includes an entrance exam and a family interview, with evaluation of prior records for new and transferring students, indicating a merit-based screening process rather than publicly described SEN support.

Country affiliation
The school is in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Its Bahraini address places it in Isa Town, Bahrain. The site also shows country context through the Bahrain-based campus information and local contact details.

Religious affiliation
The school is Islamic in orientation, with curriculum components including Islamic Studies as part of the Saudi curriculum framework used by the school. This Islamic emphasis is reflected in the Education System description cited by third-party listings and the school's Arabic materials.

School day structure
The school calendar includes term dates, exams, and staff/student events for each academic year. The 2023–2024 calendar shows the sequence of assessments, holidays, and orientation activities, and notes that the start of the second term includes a general day schedule for teachers and students, with a separate orientation for the first grade in some cases. The exact daily start/end times are not published in the calendar pages.

Bus service
The school is accessible by public bus routes 15 and 19. Nearest bus stops include Esteglal Highway/Isa Town and University of Bahrain/Isa Town, with 11–17 minute walking distances from some stops. The first bus on route 19 starts around 5:02 AM, and the last bus on route 19 runs until about 11:47 PM.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform guidelines exist for the Girls Section and across school levels. The policy emphasizes wearing the school uniform at all times and maintaining a neat appearance. Students out of uniform are referred to the deputy principals, and three repeated violations may lead to disciplinary action.

Governance and Ownership
The school operates as an endowment school (وقفية المدرسة). Ownership is listed as National in the school directory for Aliman School – Boys.
Fees

Annual tuition at Al Iman School ranges from BHD 1,959 to BHD 2,619 for 2026/27.

Application / registration fees

- New students (first-time enrollees) pay a non-refundable registration fee of BHD 50 (one-time, at start of contract).
- Transfer students (students transferring from other schools) pay a non-refundable assessment/test fee of BHD 20.

Annual tuition and term instalments (by stage)

- Primary (الابتدائية): Total annual fee BHD 1,959. Breakdown due at registration and across three instalments:
- Books: BHD 50 (due at registration).
- Stationery: BHD 50 (due at registration).
- Seat reservation (mukaddam): BHD 185 (due at registration/return).
- Three equal term instalments: BHD 558 each (due 1 September, 1 December, 1 March).
- Total annual amount (books + stationery + reservation + three instalments) = BHD 1,959.

- Middle / Preparatory (الإعدادية): Total annual fee BHD 2,223. Breakdown:
- Books: BHD 50 (due at registration).
- Stationery: BHD 50 (due at registration).
- Seat reservation: BHD 206 (due at registration/return).
- Three equal term instalments: BHD 639 each (due 1 September, 1 December, 1 March).
- Total annual amount = BHD 2,223.

- Secondary (الثانوية): Total annual fee BHD 2,619. Breakdown:
- Books: BHD 50 (due at registration).
- Stationery: BHD 50 (due at registration).
- Seat reservation: BHD 251 (due at registration/return).
- Three equal term instalments: BHD 756 each (due 1 September, 1 December, 1 March).
- Total annual amount = BHD 2,619.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school bills the annual fee components in stages: amounts due at registration/return and three instalments due on 1 September, 1 December and 1 March. The instalments are the large equal payments shown above.
- At acceptance, parents are required to visit the accounts office and pay the registration fee and the fees as per the schedule within one week of notification of acceptance.

Payment methods accepted

- Cash payments, bank transfer, and post‑dated cheques are accepted for instalments. The seat reservation amount is payable in cash or by bank transfer at the start of registration/return. (Credit card is not specified in the published payment-method wording.)

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are published in the school's fee agreement. Boarding is not listed as a charged item in the published fee schedule.

Other costs and charges

- Books and stationery appear as chargeable items and are included in the annual totals (BHD 50 each). These are billed at registration.
- School uniform is required; the school provides uniform guidance but published pages do not list a uniform price. Uniform cost is not specified in the published fee material.
- The school publishes a specific annual discount: students who have memorised the entire Quran and pass the school's annual test receive a 50% reduction of the annual tuition.

Refund and withdrawal policy

- All fees indicated in the published schedule are non‑refundable. The published fee agreement explicitly states that fees are not refundable.
- If a student withdraws during a term, remaining fees are not refunded; parents remain liable for any unpaid portion of the annual fees. The school requires a formal withdrawal form and financial clearance from the accounts office before releasing the student file; telephone withdrawal requests are not accepted. Late or missed payments may result in denial of class attendance, withholding of results/educational-platform access, non‑renewal for the next term, and, for returned cheques, loss of instalment privilege and possible legal follow-up.
Academics

Al Iman School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
Al-Iman School, Girls Section in Bahrain, offers a curriculum that prioritizes Arabic language and Islamic studies, with Quran memorization beginning in Grade 1 and Islamic studies based on the Saudi Ministry of Education curriculum. English instruction follows a British-system framework, and science is taught in English at upper primary and secondary levels (with some science taught in Arabic in earlier grades). In the primary phase, computer studies cover Windows Office, Robotics, and Scratch; in the middle phase, students study Windows Movie Maker, Padlet, Google Tools, Access, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver; in the high school phase they pursue SketchUp 3D (levels 1-2), Visual Basic, app programming, and Illustrator. For language and literature, the primary uses Incredible English, Oxford Discover, Imagine Readers and Oxford Read; the middle uses Gateway to Success; the high school uses Gateway to Success plus Cambridge O/A Level English, Cambridge IGCSE ESL, and Cambridge International AS/A Level English Literature. The curriculum is complemented by a strong STEAM program and ongoing projects, including UNIDO initiatives.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Al-Iman School operates a formal Student Council with named roles (e.g., president, vice president, secretary) across the secondary and primary levels, indicating structured student governance. The English-language section shows a dedicated 'Student affairs' area that includes a 'Student Council' and an academic calendar to organize student life. The curriculum emphasizes leadership development and encourages voluntary work to foster civic responsibility and a sense of belonging. STEAM projects and other student-led activities are highlighted as part of student life, illustrating opportunities for teamwork and problem-solving. The program supports social and cultural development through a bilingual curriculum that focuses on Arabic language, Quran memorization, and English language proficiency as part of the overall educational experience.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The publicly accessible pages describe the general curriculum and language focus but do not specify any Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, staff, or facilities. There is no explicit reference to a SEN department, accommodations, or inclusive practices in the available Student Life or Curriculum sections. The materials indicate a British-style English program and standard content rather than SEN-specific supports. English-language resources and ESL content are mentioned (e.g., English as a Second Language in Cambridge IGCSE materials), but these do not constitute explicit SEN provisions. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN services on the pages provided.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught as a core subject within the Birtish-system curricula used by the girls' section. The curriculum includes English materials and instruction for Arabic-speaking students, and English as a Second Language is listed among Cambridge IGCSE resources for the upper levels. In the primary years, English-language content appears in technology- and science-related areas (e.g., Windows Office, Robotics, Scratch) as part of overall curriculum delivery. The curriculum indicates ongoing English-language development as part of the program, with explicit ESL resources referenced for Cambridge IGCSE at higher grades. The available pages do not describe a separate, formal EAL department beyond these ESL language materials.

Mental Wellbeing
No dedicated mental wellbeing program or school counseling service is described in the publicly accessible curriculum and student-life content. The school promotes leadership and volunteering as avenues for social connection and personal development, which can support student resilience and belonging. Student governance (the Student Council) and ongoing student activities contribute to social engagement and peer networks. Public materials do not list a mental health staff, counseling services, or formal wellbeing initiatives. The available information on wellbeing is therefore not described as a standalone program.

Safeguarding
Public pages describe safety-related arrangements for pupils during travel, including a contract with a transport company to safeguard students while commuting to and from school. There is no explicit safeguarding policy or child-protection framework detailed on the accessible pages. The school provides contact details and the campus address for communications and inquiries. To obtain formal safeguarding information, check the admissions policies or external accreditation documents, as these pages do not include a dedicated safeguarding clause.
Parent Experience

History
Al-Iman Schools in Bahrain emerged from a philanthropic effort to educate children within an Islamic framework. In 1989 a formal request was submitted to the Ministry of Education to open a private elementary school, and the venture began by renting a residential building in Riffa as the nucleus of the school. The government allocated land in Isa Town for the project, covering about 41,800 square meters. Enrollment and facilities expanded through the 1990s: the first year had 34 boys; by 1993 there were 56 boys and 14 girls, by 1994 133 boys and 34 girls, by 1995 206 boys and 98 girls, and by 1996 274 boys and 141 girls. A girls' building began in 2000/2001, and by 2005 total enrollment reached 890 students (501 boys, 389 girls) with about 135 staff; in 2004 two gymnasiums were completed as part of ongoing expansion.

Community
The school maintains an active events calendar, with news and activities showcased regularly. Notable community activities include STEAM exhibitions such as the earthquake-resistant building project and robotics competitions like VEX IQ Bahrain 2024. Religious and cultural programs are also a key part of the community, including an annual student Umrah trip and celebrations such as Teachers' Day conducted in collaboration with UNESCO and school partners. Parental involvement is evident in events where parents attend ceremonies, including awards and recognition programs.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There is no explicitly named PTA page on the site, but parent involvement is visible through active participation in events and the presence of a Parents section in the English site navigation. The UNESCO committee for the Boys section coordinates Teacher's Day celebrations with the Office of Activities and the Social Guidance team, and parents have attended events such as the awards ceremony for the وفاء project. The site notes occasions where parents are invited to school activities and ceremonies, including an awards event in January 2021 where parents were present. A dedicated Parents resource area exists on the English site, indicating ongoing channels for parent information and involvement. While no formal PTA body is publicly described, parent engagement is integrated into school governance and activities through these committees and events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Al-Iman School provides a library-centered academic environment with technology-enabled learning. The library has two main units: a main reading hall with separate adult and children sections, and an audio-visual area with a large display; a dedicated periodicals room houses daily newspapers and journals. The library operates with a catalog-based system and established lending guidelines to support study and information literacy. Robotics and STEAM initiatives offer hands-on technical experiences, including Arduino courses, robot-building workshops, and STEAM exhibitions or competitions. These facilities support both classroom study and project-based learning across age groups.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities center on the library as the core resource for research and study, with a dedicated librarian and organized access to collections. The library space includes adult and children sections, an audio-visual area, and a periodicals room to support coursework and inquiry. The library emphasizes cataloging and information literacy through active services, including lending guidelines. In addition, technology-enabled programs in robotics and STEAM extend classroom learning, integrating Arduino coursework and robot-building projects to develop computational thinking and problem-solving.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include robotics and STEAM-related events. The robotics program features Arduino courses, hands-on robot-building workshops, and competitions such as the Iman Robotics competition, with VEX robotics technology used in some challenges.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Al-Iman School provides robust enrichment beyond the classroom. The robotics program includes Arduino programming courses, hands-on robot building, and participation in robotics competitions using VEX technology. STEAM events are regularly organized, including exhibitions on earthquake-resistant buildings and other STEAM activities. The school runs a bilingual senior research program in which 12th-grade students conduct scientific investigations in Arabic and English, with external panels assessing the work. By 2024-2025, hundreds of projects had been completed. Model United Nations conferences are held in English, with Arabic-language simulations of the Arab League and Parliament to develop research and debate skills.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities include the Da Vinci Art Club and a drama program with theatrical productions. Primary students participate in visual arts through competitions such as the Child Art Studio painting competition, and the school hosts art exhibitions and showcases of student artwork. The after-school offerings also include the Da Vinci Art Club and a drama club for middle and upper grades.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations is run in English, with Arabic-language simulations of the Arab League and Parliament to foster global citizenship and public-speaking skills. The school participates in the Arab Reading Challenge, with 100% student participation and activities aimed at serving the local community. The UNIDO program provides entrepreneurship and innovation training, building cross-cultural collaboration and language-related skills as part of broader development goals.

Social & Hobbies
Evening clubs for 2025–2026 include robotics training, Scratch JR for primary, Toastmasters, Sportina (sports), the Da Vinci art club, the science club, drama, and a Mini-MUN program for middle and high school. The schedule lists activities after school on Sundays and Thursdays, emphasizing teamwork and social engagement. The clubs also provide opportunities for public speaking, hands-on science, and creative expression.

Community & Service
The Arab Reading Challenge emphasizes serving the local community through school-wide literacy initiatives and related activities. The program highlights efforts to benefit the local community by promoting reading and cultural learning. Community-oriented aims are embedded in the school's language and reading activities, reflecting a commitment to service beyond academics.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership and professional development are supported through Model United Nations conferences (in English) and Arabic-language simulations that build diplomacy and governance skills. Toastmasters provides structured public-speaking and leadership practice, while the UNIDO program offers entrepreneurship and innovation training to develop 21st-century skills and project planning. The school emphasizes leadership development through cross-curricular programs that connect language, research, and real-world problem solving.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
After-school programs include a strong emphasis on sports through Sportina and other physical activities. The schedule for evening clubs shows a balance of sports, arts, and STEM activities, helping families plan around work and commute. Creative clubs such as the Da Vinci Art Club and drama, along with physical activities, contribute to a balanced, well-rounded daily routine for students.
Languages

Language Provision
First grade uses Arabic language.
Reputation

Awards
- 2024: VEX IQ Bahrain 2024 – Amaze Award for Best Robotics Design, awarded to the Al-Iman School robotics team (Boys section, phases II–III), recognizing outstanding robotics design in Bahrain.

- 2025: VEX Bahrain 2025 Local Championship – 1st place in Design, awarded to the Al-Iman School robotics team in Bahrain's local competition, reflecting excellence in engineering design.

- 2025–2026: Microsoft Global School title, awarded to Al-Iman Schools for serving as a Global Microsoft School (the school is recognized as a Microsoft Global School for the 2025–2026 academic year, acknowledging its digital leadership and technology integration).

Accreditations
Al-Iman School in Bahrain holds official licensing and accreditation from government and quality bodies. It is licensed and authorized by the Bahrain Ministry of Education under Bahraini laws and regulations. The school has been evaluated by the Quality Assurance Authority for Education and Training (QQA), with a formal QA report detailing the evaluation process and findings. The Girls' section earned an Excellent (ممتاز) rating in the QQA evaluation and was described as the first national Bahraini school to receive that rating. The Boys' section has also received a QQA rating of Taqdeer Fa'al A (Effective Rating A) in the QA evaluation cycle. These QA evaluations confirm the school's compliance with national education standards and its ongoing quality assurance reviews.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions Process. New entrants into first grade begin admissions on the first day of the second term each year. To be eligible for first grade, a child must be six years old on the first day of the study period, as shown on the official birth certificate; the principal may admit a child younger than six by up to ninety days. To initiate the process, the parent should visit the school's admissions office to obtain the registration application and its instructions. The applicant must bring the required documents: the student's population (ID) card, a copy of the passport, the birth certificate or a copy, a completed immunization certificate from a recognized hospital or clinic, two recent student photos (4x6 cm), and a green file containing the supporting documents; the registration form (Annex 1) should be completed and the documents attached.

2. Admissions Process (Transfers). For students transferring from other schools, registration begins in March each year under these conditions: the student must have succeeded in the final grade of the previous level and must have at least a good grade in every subject; the student must also demonstrate good conduct. The student must pass the school entrance test in Arabic, English, and Mathematics with at least 70% in every tested subject. If accepted, the parent must bring the student's school file containing all official documents and previous grades. The school informs the parent by phone whether the student is accepted or not; if accepted, the parent must proceed to settle the registration fee and remaining annual fees according to the payment plan.

3. Admissions Process (Continuation and Conduct). A student who fails the second-round entrance test is not permitted to continue at the school for the new year. The school may decline a student if the Board determines ineligibility. If a student is lax about memorizing the required portion of the Quran, the school may withdraw them at the end of the year. If a student cheats on monthly or term tests, warnings are issued and, on the third offense, expulsion is applied at year-end; the school follows the formal procedures outlined by the student affairs process.

4. Admissions Process (Registration Steps). To register a transferred student, the parent completes the student registration form with the Student Affairs unit and attaches the required documents. If the admission conditions are satisfied, the student is referred to the Admissions Committee to conduct tests in the required subjects. The Admissions Committee consists of supervising educators and subject coordinators who prepare and review entrance questions, administer the tests, and assess results. A staff member conducts a short interview with the student to understand personality, thinking patterns, health, and overall behavior. The counselor documents the interview results and provides a recommendation to the school administration regarding admission, with reasons kept on file if not admitted. The decision to admit or reject is made by the administration and communicated to the Student Affairs unit, which informs the parent. The school retains reasons for non-admission internally. The relevant forms for registration include the Student Information Form (to be filled and submitted to the school) and the Behavioral Contract form.

Scholarships
The school offers a Quran memorization discount: students who memorize the entire Quran and pass the internal school test receive a 50% reduction on the annual fee. Other formal scholarship or financial aid programs are not listed in the admissions and fees sections reviewed here.

Waitlist
There is no published waitlist or pool system in the admissions materials.
School Events
The school has not added events
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