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Al Mahd School

Bahrain, Manama

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BHD 885 - 1,960
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 40
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

Al Mahd School is a British-curriculum day school in the Kingdom of Bahrain that operates three campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa. The school serves children from early years through pre-university (accepted ages on file: 4–18) and follows Cambridge programmes across phases: the Cambridge International Primary Programme, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE (Key Stage 4) and AS/A Level preparation. English is the medium used for teaching (the school requires children to be able to communicate in English and asks that pupils speak English on campus); Arabic is taught across phases and, at secondary level, the school lists Arabic, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and the national “Al Mowatana” syllabus among its offerings. Al Mahd describes itself as a recognised Cambridge/CAIE centre (International Centre status awarded in 2004) and cites facilities including well‑equipped science laboratories and audiovisual rooms; the school also highlights a day‑boarding tradition and extended extracurricular and academic support programmes.

Building No. 471 Road No. 4114, Riffa 941, Bahrain

The Essentials

Al Mahd School has 40 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Al Mahd School operates in the Kingdom of Bahrain with three campuses: Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa. The Saar campus is located in Saar, the Samaheej campus serves the Samaheej area, and the Riffa campus serves the East Riffa area. The school serves over 2,800 students across these campuses.

Stages
The curriculum is divided into four levels: Kindergarten (K.G. 1 and K.G. 2), Junior School (Grade 1–6) following the Cambridge International Primary Programme, Middle School (Grade 7–8) following the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, and Senior School (Grade 9–10) preparing students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The Junior School is described as a full-day program from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm, with the Cambridge Primary framework used to guide learning. The Cambridge Curricula link seamlessly from Primary to Lower Secondary and then to IGCSE in Senior School.

Type
The school presents itself as a British-curriculum, Cambridge-based day school operating across three Bahraini campuses and offering day-boarding traditions; external directories list it as co-educational.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Publicly available data do not specify nationality mix. The school serves a large, international student body across three Bahraini campuses and describes its environment as globally oriented, with over 2,800 students in total.

Additional learning support
Guidance and counselling services are referenced for student support. The site does not describe a dedicated SEN department or named SEN facilities, so formal special-education provisions are not specified in public pages.

Country affiliation
Country affiliation: Kingdom of Bahrain.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation publicly indicated for the school.

School day structure
The Junior School day runs from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. The senior and middle school day structures are not specified in detail on the public pages.

Bus service
A transport service is available by arrangement for the convenience of parents; it is not an obligatory service and the school sets transport guidelines to ensure safety and timeliness. Bus numbers, schedules, and routes are managed by the school's transport policy.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are mandatory for regular days and school events and must be purchased from designated suppliers; the sports uniform is provided by the school and paid for at the office. Girls wear Summer: KG to Grade 6 grey pinafore with a light blue shirt; Grade 7 to 11 grey skirt with a light blue shirt; Winter adds a navy cardigan or blazer with the school logo. Boys wear Summer: KG to Grade 4 grey shorts with a light blue shirt; Grade 5 onward grey trousers with a light blue shirt; Winter adds a navy cardigan or blazer; plain black leather shoes are required.

Food Options
The canteen operates during school hours and junk food is strictly prohibited. Parents may send light refreshments with their child, or students may purchase items from the school canteen.

House System
The school uses a four-house system: Aradous, Awal, Dilmun, and Tylos. Each pupil is assigned to a House at admission, and a Champion House Trophy is awarded for inter-house competitions, academics and discipline.

Governance and Ownership
The school is privately owned. The Founder Chairman is H.E. Habib Ahmed Kassim, who chairs Al Mahd School and Al Mahd Investment Company; the leadership team includes a General Manager and a Principal. The school operates across three campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa.
Fees

Annual tuition at Al Mahd School ranges from BHD 885 to BHD 1,960 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees

- Registration fee (one-time, non-refundable): BD 25.000.
- Annual fee (non-refundable): BD 50.000.

Grade-wise fees (Textbook fee — annual; Tuition fee — monthly; Annual equivalent = monthly × 12)

All figures below are in Bahraini Dinar (BD). The school publishes a separate annual Text Books Fee and a monthly Tuition Fee for each grade. The monthly tuition is payable in advance each month. The figures listed are: Text Books Fees (Annual) — Tuition Fees (Monthly) — Annual equivalent (calculated).

- LKG: BD 45.000 — BD 78.500 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 942.000.
- HKG: BD 45.000 — BD 78.500 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 942.000.
- Grade I: BD 55.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000.
- Grade II: BD 65.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000.
- Grade III: BD 80.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000.
- Grade IV: BD 85.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000.
- Grade V: BD 90.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000.
- Grade VI: BD 95.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000.
- Grade VII: BD 105.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800.
- Grade VIII: BD 110.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800.
- Grade IX: BD 120.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800.
- Grade X: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200.
- Grade XI: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200.
- Grade XII: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition fees are payable in advance on a monthly basis. Fees must be paid on or before the 10th of each month. Late fees are charged at BD 0.100 per day after the due date. If the 10th is a school holiday, late fees are applied from the 12th of the month instead of the 11th. Fees must be paid with the school fees card.
- Fee collection timings at the school office: Sunday to Thursday 7:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- If fees remain unpaid for two months, the student's name may be struck off the rolls; re-admission will be at the school's discretion and will incur a re-admission fee of BD 10 in addition to all due tuition for the months in which re-admission is sought. One month's advance notice is required to withdraw any paid facility.

Boarding / residential fees

- No boarding or separate residential fees are published in the school's fee schedule. The school is identified in public materials as a day/day-boarding institution, but no residential/boarding fee lines appear in the published fee structure. No specific boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and miscellaneous fees

- Text Books Fee (annual) is charged per grade as listed above and is separate from monthly tuition.
- Uniform: Uniform must be purchased from designated suppliers; the sports uniform is provided by the school and parents are requested to deposit the uniform price at the school office with the fees. Specific uniform prices are not listed in the published fee information.
- Bus: the published fee notes reference a bus fee (for example, parents proceeding on leave must pay fees for the following leave month(s) along with the bus fee), but no bus-fee tariff is published in the fee schedule.
- Re-admission fee: BD 10 (charged at time of re-admission in addition to outstanding dues). Late-payment penalty: BD 0.100 per day.

Refunds and cancellation

- Fees once paid are not refundable. Registration and Annual fees are explicitly stated as non-refundable in the published fee schedule.

Payment options and contact details

- No specific payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, online gateway) are published in the school's fee schedule. Published contact points for fee or finance inquiries are the campus phone numbers and the school email; parents may use those contacts for confirmation of accepted payment methods and to arrange payments. Contact details published for the school include: Saar +973 17792422; Samaheej +973 17479040; East Riffa +973 17620730; email almahdschool@gmail.com.

Key enforceable points (summary)

- All fees shown are in Bahraini Dinar (BD). Registration BD 25.000 and Annual Fee BD 50.000 are non-refundable. Monthly tuition is payable in advance by the 10th of each month; late fee BD 0.100 per day applies. Textbook fees are charged annually per grade as listed. Fees once paid are not refundable; failure to pay for two months may lead to removal from rolls and re-admission charges. Uniform and bus fees are charged but specific tariffs for those items are not published in the fee schedule.
Academics

Al Mahd School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
Al Mahd School in Bahrain delivers a Cambridge-based international curriculum across four stages: Kindergarten (KG 1–2), Junior School (Grade 1–6), Middle School (Grade 7–8) and Senior School (Grade 9–10). Kindergarten provides a development-oriented, activity-based program in English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic, with continuous assessment and a pathway to the British curriculum by age five. The Junior School follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), focusing on Mathematics, English and Science, with external benchmarking and progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Middle School uses the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (Grade 7–8), designed to link with the primary programme and prepare students for Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Senior School prepares students for IGCSE, offering Core and Extended routes and the International Certificate of Education (ICE) Diploma after seven IGCSEs, along with non-exam components in Physical Education, Religious Education and Citizenship.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school uses a rights-based framework in School Life that supports student welfare and personal development, including the right to education, the right to develop one's personality, and freedom from abuse. A Discipline Committee governs behaviour, and cases are handled in consultation with the parents and a counsellor, indicating access to pastoral support within the school's procedures. The site does not describe a distinct, formal SEL curriculum or dedicated SEL staff; wellbeing provisions are described in general terms within disciplinary and rights-focused guidance. Counselling is explicitly referenced as part of disciplinary processes, including students being advised to meet the counsellor in suitable cases. Overall, the school emphasizes a respectful, safe environment and personal development as core aspects of its approach to student wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision, staff, or facilities. There is no described SEN department or specialist SEN institution on the publicly accessible pages. The curriculum page notes that the programme is suitable for learners who are not native English speakers, indicating language support is integrated for non-native English speakers rather than a separate SEN service. There is no explicit detail about which specific SEN needs the school can support. Based on available information, formal SEN specifics are not publicly disclosed by the school.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The curriculum page states that the programme is designed to meet the needs of learners who are not native English speakers, indicating language support is considered within general programming rather than a separate EAL department. No dedicated EAL program or staff are described beyond this language-skill accommodation. The school presents itself as accessible to students of various nationalities and backgrounds, with an emphasis on supporting non-native English speakers within IGCSE planning. There is no additional information about specific EAL courses, tutoring, or language levels published publicly. The available evidence suggests embedded language support rather than a standalone EAL program.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is not described as a separate, formal programme. The rights-based guidance includes protection from physical and mental abuse, indicating a safeguarding-oriented environment for emotional safety. The presence of a counsellor within disciplinary procedures implies access to emotional support for students when needed. There are no publicly documented mindfulness or dedicated wellbeing initiatives beyond these references. Overall, mental wellbeing appears to be addressed within general pastoral and safeguarding-oriented structures rather than via a standalone mental health programme.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is reflected in the rights-based School Life guidance, which protects students' safety and freedom from abuse. The disciplinary framework notes that serious cases may involve consultation with the counsellor, illustrating an embedded safeguarding-support mechanism within student conduct processes. No separate, formal safeguarding policy or designated safeguarding lead is described in publicly accessible pages. The school emphasizes a safe and respectful environment, with procedural support for student welfare through counselling as part of disciplinary actions. Based on current publicly available information, explicit safeguarding policy details beyond rights and counselling involvement are not disclosed.
Parent Experience

History
Al Mahd School began in October 1997 with 40 students and two villas. Today it operates three full-fledged campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa and serves over 2,800 students. In 2004, Cambridge International Examinations awarded the school International Center Status, reflecting quality teaching and high administrative standards. The aim of education is to promote balanced development through a well-structured curriculum and a healthy environment. The leadership includes Founder Chairman H.E. Habib Ahmed Kassim and Managing Director H. G. Sharma, with current leadership comprising Chairperson H.E. Leena Kassim, General Manager Rajiv Gautam, and Principal Anshu Gautam.

Community
The school operates across three Bahrain campuses—Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa—and serves a large student community. It promotes a global learning environment with opportunities for student trips and visits. The school highlights student achievements through events such as Celebrating our students, Celebrating talent, and Sports Day. It also hosts the Annual Day as part of its cultural calendar.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not described on the site. Parent involvement is described through the 'Parent Guide' section, which outlines school life rights and disciplinary procedures. Parents seeking admissions can register their interest via the 'Register interest' button. Public events such as Sports Day and Annual Day involve the school community and families. Leadership biographies show ongoing governance engagement with families; the Founder Chairman and the current leadership are listed, including Chairperson H.E. Leena Kassim and General Manager Rajiv Gautam. Therefore, PTA specifics are not published; parental engagement occurs through events and governance pages.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Al Mahd School operates three campuses in Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It began in October 1997 with 40 students and now serves over 2800 students. Cambridge International Examinations International Center Status was awarded in 2004. The school has modern facilities including science laboratories and audio-visual rooms to support its learning programs. It follows an international Cambridge based curriculum across all key stages.

Sports Facilities
Sports Day is part of school life, with annual events such as Sports Day and talent showcases. The school introduces a day boarding approach to support teaching and learning in an international setting. The school emphasizes physical education as a core element of student life.

Academic Facilities
The school follows an international Cambridge based curriculum across all levels. Kindergarten uses a development oriented international program with English, Mathematics, Arabic, Environmental Studies and other activities and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum by age five. The Junior School (Grade 1 6) follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme, with progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE and structured reporting. The Middle School (Grade 7 8) follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, linking to the Primary Programme and preparing for IGCSE with Cambridge Checkpoint assessments. The Senior School (Grade 9 10) prepares students for IGCSE and ICE, offering Core and Extended options and non exam courses in Physical Education, Religious Education and Citizenship; entry to IGCSE is by subject, with the ICE diploma awarded for seven subjects.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school delivers a Global Learning Environment with a focus on personalised learning, a well structured curriculum, and modern facilities. Students participate in numerous trips and visits as part of the learning experience. There is a strong emphasis on values and traditions as part of the day boarding approach. Annual events include Annual Day celebrations and talent showcases, and activities such as sports days are highlighted as part of school life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Al Mahd School follows an international Cambridge-based curriculum across its divisions. Kindergarten uses a development-oriented international curriculum and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum at age five, with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic as core subjects. The Junior School (Grade 1–6) follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), with a structured program that supports progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Middle School (Grade 7–8) follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, and the Senior School (Grade 9–10) prepares students for IGCSE with Core and Extended options and the International Certificate of Education (ICE), laying groundwork for higher-level programmes such as AP, IB or A‑levels. The school began in 1997 and now operates on three campuses, with Cambridge International Examinations awarding International Center Status in 2004.

Arts & Creative
Kindergarten emphasizes creative development through art, music and imaginative activities; teachers provide opportunities for drawing, painting, collage and expressive play. The curriculum supports creative exploration alongside core academics, with Art and Music integrated into daily learning. The school also highlights performance and talent events as part of its culture, including annual celebrations and student showcases.

Cultural & Language
English and Arabic are core components of the early curriculum, with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic listed in Kindergarten. The program progression towards the British curriculum from early years indicates English as a primary medium of instruction and Arabic as a structured language strand. Across the Cambridge stages, the curriculum emphasizes English-language learning and supports multilingual development where appropriate.

Social & Hobbies
The school emphasizes a broad learning environment that includes extra-curricular activities, with extended hours for additional classes and activities under teacher supervision in the Junior School. It promotes a globally oriented learning environment featuring student trips and visits to complement classroom learning. The campus culture includes events such as Sports Day and Annual Day, reflecting a holistic approach to student life.

Community & Service
The mission centers on developing model citizens who know how to use knowledge for the benefit of the community and humanity, guiding education toward social responsibility. The school's stated aim emphasizes personality development, character, and skills as part of a well-rounded education.

Leadership & Professional
The school maintains a formal leadership team including H.E. Leena Kassim as Chairperson, Rajiv Gautam as General Manager, and Anshu Gautam as Principal. This leadership is complemented by other senior operational leaders and a defined management structure.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The environment is described as healthy with modern facilities designed to support learning and exploration. The school operates across three campuses and emphasizes a safe, well-resourced environment for students, including day-boarding options and opportunities for outdoor and co-curricular activities.
Languages

Language Provision
An international curriculum is followed, and Cambridge International Examinations has International Center Status since 2004. Kindergarten 1–2 uses a development-oriented, activity-based program with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic, and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum at age five. Senior School (Grade 9–10) prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), with ICE as the group examination; IGCSE is internationally recognized and forms a pathway to higher-level programs. Admission requires English communication at entry; for all non-KG1 entrants, admission is based on an entrance test in English, Arabic, Mathematics and Science.
Reputation

Accreditations
The school is located in the Kingdom of Bahrain and was established in 1997. It began in October 1997 with 40 students and now operates three full-fledged campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa, with over 2800 students. The school was awarded Cambridge International Examinations International Center Status in 2004.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission Procedure: Registration and admission for the academic year starting in September opens in April of each year. The minimum permissible age for Kindergarten 1 is four (4) years old on or before 1st December. There is no placement assessment test for children enrolling in Kindergarten 1. For all other classes admission is granted on the basis of an entrance test in English, Arabic, Mathematics, and Science. The school requires that on entry children should be able to communicate in English at a level appropriate to their age and development. If English is not a child's first language it will be necessary for the school to assess the child's ability in English. Acceptance will depend on the result of the placement assessment test and existing vacancies. Application/Admittance Requirements: Completion of a School Application Form. The child's name must be the same as per the birth certificate or passport. Recent passport size photographs. A copy of passport, with valid dates. A copy of the child's birth certificate and CPR. Original transfer certificate or school leaving certificate from the previous school. (This must be attested by the Ministry of Education if transferred from a school outside Bahrain) Two copies of last school report and examination results or school recommendation letter. Copy of Medical certificate or Immunization Card for Kindergartens 1 and 2. Parents those who are looking for new admissions can register their interest by clicking the button Register interest. Fee Structure: The fees for academic year 2024-2025 are as follows. Common Annual Fees: Registration Fee (One Time only) 25.000 (Non-refundable); Annual Fee 50.000 (Non-refundable). Gradewise Fees (Non-refundable): Grades Text Books Fees (Annual) Tuition Fees (Monthly) LKG 45.000 78.500; HKG 45.000 78.500; I 55.000 112.000; II 65.000 112.000; III 80.000 112.000; IV 85.000 112.000; V 90.000 112.000; VI 95.000 112.000; VII 105.000 149.400; VIII 110.000 149.400; IX 120.000 149.400; X 130.000 177.600; XI 130.000 177.600; XII 130.000 177.600. All figures are in Bahraini Dinar. Notes: 1. Fees once paid are not refundable. 2. Small children and unauthorized persons should not be entrusted with payment of fees. 3. Parents proceeding on long leave or vacation are requested to pay fees for the following leave month(s) along with bus fee, before they proceed. 4. In case the fees are not received for a period of two months, the name of such student will be struck off the rolls and he/she shall have to seek re-admission, which will be decided on merit. At the time of re-admission all due s and re-admission fee of BD. 10/- will be charged in addition to tuition fees for the months in which re -admission is sought. 5. Fees will not be accepted without fees card and parents are requested to check the entries from time to time. 6. One month advance notice is required to withdraw facility, if any. Fee Collection Timings: Sunday to Thursday 7.15 a.m to 1.30 p.m; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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