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City International School

Bahrain, Manama

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BHD 810 - 1,415
Ages 3 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 800
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

City International School is a private, co-educational day school located at Villa 27, Road 947, Block 109, Hidd, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain. The school operates a British-style programme, stating that it develops the British National Curriculum and holds Cambridge/IGCSE provision for external assessment; its published structure covers Pre‑Nursery/Kindergarten and Key Stages 1–3 (Reception/Year 1–Year 10). The school's published age range on file is 3 to 16 years and it describes itself as catering for English‑speaking children; the main language of instruction is English and official review reports also record Arabic provision within the curriculum. The school's prospectus and review documents indicate an emphasis on problem‑solving, scientific thinking and leadership within a broadly academic programme prepared for IGCSE; the academic year is divided into three terms. External review reports note limitations in some learning resources and facilities (for example science laboratory and library materials) while also recording a range of extra‑curricular activities.

Villa 27, Road 947, Block 109, Hidd Kingdom of Bahrain

The Essentials

City International School has 800 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Al Hidd, Muharraq Governorate, Bahrain. The address is Villa 27, Road 947, Block 109, Hidd. Hidd is a residential area on Muharraq Island with access to local roads and nearby facilities.

Stages
The school follows the British National Curriculum and offers education from Kindergarten through Year 10. The academic structure is divided into four stages: Kindergarten; Key Stage 1 (Year 1–2); Key Stage 2 (Year 3–6); Key Stage 3 (Year 7–10). Age range is commonly cited as 3 to 16.

Type
Co-educational.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school states that it welcomes children of all nationalities, but a published breakdown of nationality mix is not provided.

Additional learning support
Specific provisions for Additional Learning Needs (SEN) are not described on the admissions or academic pages.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation stated; the school uses the British National Curriculum.

Religious affiliation
The school presents an Islamic ethos, aiming to produce students infused with the spirit of Islam.

School day structure
Kindergarten day runs 8:00–12:30, and Elementary (Years 1–6) runs 7:30–1:50.

Bus service
A school bus service is not listed on the official admissions or contact pages.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required; students must wear complete and neatly laundered uniforms. Boys should have regular haircuts and refrain from using hair gels; girls should tie up their hair and refrain from wearing nail polish or other ornaments.
Fees

Annual tuition at City International School ranges from BHD 810 to BHD 1,415 for 2026/27.

Application / one-time fees

- Registration fee (one-time, payable at enrolment):
- PREP, KG-1, KG-2: BHD 50.
- Grades 1–6: BHD 50.
- Grades 7–10: BHD 75.
(Registration fee appears as a one-time charge in the published fee schedule.)

Tuition and annual charges by year group (breakdown and annual totals)

- PREP / KG-1 / KG-2 (early years)
- Tuition fee (annual): BHD 700.
- Sports fee (annual): BHD 10.
- Computer fee (annual): BHD 10.
- Books (annual): PREP/KG‑1 BHD 40; KG‑2 BHD 45.
- Registration (one-time): BHD 50.
- Total annual fee (published): PREP BHD 810; KG‑1 BHD 810; KG‑2 BHD 815.
- Per-term total (calculated): PREP / KG‑1 BHD 270.00; KG‑2 BHD 271.67.
(Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three where the school does not publish a per-term breakdown.)

- Grade 1 – Grade 3
- Tuition fee (annual): BHD 800 for Grades 1–3.
- Sports fee (annual): BHD 15.
- Computer fee (annual): BHD 15.
- Laboratory fee (annual): BHD 5.
- Books (annual): Grade 1 BHD 56; Grade 2 BHD 60; Grade 3 BHD 66.
- Registration (one-time): BHD 50.
- Total annual fee (published): Grade 1 BHD 941; Grade 2 BHD 945; Grade 3 BHD 951.
- Per-term total (calculated): Grade 1 BHD 313.67; Grade 2 BHD 315.00; Grade 3 BHD 317.00.
(Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three.)

- Grade 4 – Grade 6
- Tuition fee (annual): BHD 900 for Grades 4–6.
- Sports fee (annual): BHD 20.
- Computer fee (annual): BHD 20.
- Laboratory fee (annual): BHD 20.
- Books (annual): Grade 4 BHD 70; Grade 5 BHD 76; Grade 6 BHD 80.
- Registration (one-time): BHD 50.
- Total annual fee (published): Grade 4 BHD 1,080; Grade 5 BHD 1,086; Grade 6 BHD 1,090.
- Per-term total (calculated): Grade 4 BHD 360.00; Grade 5 BHD 362.00; Grade 6 BHD 363.33.
(Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three.)

- Grade 7 – Grade 10
- Registration (one-time): BHD 75.
- Tuition fee (annual): Grades 7–9 BHD 1,000; Grade 10 BHD 1,100.
- Sports fee (annual): BHD 30.
- Computer fee (annual): BHD 40.
- Laboratory fee (annual): BHD 30.
- Books (annual): BHD 140 for Grades 7–10.
- Total annual fee (published): Grade 7 BHD 1,315; Grade 8 BHD 1,315; Grade 9 BHD 1,315; Grade 10 BHD 1,415.
- Per-term total (calculated): Grades 7–9 BHD 438.33; Grade 10 BHD 471.67.
(Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The publicly listed fee schedule shows the one-time registration charge and itemised annual charges but does not publish a detailed instalment schedule or specific payment due dates in the fee document. The published amounts are presented as annual totals; per-term breakdowns above have been calculated by dividing those annual totals by three to provide an approximate per-term figure where a term-level schedule is not published.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed in the school fee schedule and no boarding fees are published. Boarding fees are therefore not applicable in the published fee schedule.

Other costs and regular additional charges

- The published fee schedule itemises the following annual/additional charges by year group where applicable: sports fee, computer fee, laboratory fee, and books.
- Uniforms, transport (bus) fees, extracurricular activity fees, and any security/caution deposits are not listed in the published fee table; these items are not included in the published annual totals shown above.

Refund information

- No refund policy or refund schedule is published alongside the fee table in the publicly listed fee schedule. The published fee pages do not specify refund conditions or refundable deposits.

Fee payment options

- The published fee schedule does not specify accepted payment methods (for example credit card, bank transfer, or post‑dated cheques) or the bank account details in the fee table. Accepted payment methods are not detailed in the published fee table.

Notes on per-term figures above

- Where the school has published only annual totals, per-term totals shown above were calculated by dividing the published annual total by three to provide an approximate per-term value. The registration charge is presented as a one-time payment and has not been divided into term values in the above per-term calculations. The published annual figures and itemised components are those shown in the school's fee schedule.
Academics

City International School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
City International School Bahrain follows an international, English-medium curriculum for Kindergarten through A-Level . Since 2009 the school has offered Edexcel IGCSE qualifications and AS/A Level courses to support university entry worldwide . The academic year runs September to June, with regular assessments and exams in December, March and June . The curriculum progresses from early primary education to IGCSE subjects under the Edexcel framework, followed by Edexcel AS/A Level studies for the final years of secondary . The campus is located in Hidd, Bahrain (Villa 27, Road 947, Block 109), and admissions emphasize English proficiency and prior academic records .
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
City International School Bahrain places emphasis on the holistic development of students, including social, emotional, and physical growth. The Academic Program notes that the diverse international student body supports goodwill, friendliness, tolerance and understanding, and that education is intellectually, socially and emotionally rounded. It also states that guidance in critical thinking, social openness and purposeful research is provided to students. The Vision and Mission highlight empowering students to become confident communicators, critical thinkers, and creative individuals, with values such as respect, empathy, dedication and teamwork. The school underlines care for the well-being and happiness of every student through its broad extracurricular program.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support on publicly accessible pages. The available CIS Bahrain pages describe an inclusive international education with emphasis on social, emotional and creative development but do not name a dedicated SEN department, staff or specific SEN programs. Admissions content focuses on general development (social, emotional, academic) rather than targeted SEN services. The Bahraini Ministry of Education's educational institutions finder lists City International School as a recognized school but does not document SEN provisions. SEN information is therefore not publicly disclosed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school states it caters for English-speaking children, indicating English as the medium of instruction. There is no explicit description of EAL programmes or language-support services on publicly accessible CIS Bahrain pages. Admissions material emphasizes English-speaking intake and overall development rather than language-support specific provisions. No dedicated EAL policy or staffed programme is publicly described.

Mental Wellbeing
The education program includes social, emotional and physical development as part of a holistic approach. The Vision & Mission emphasize values such as respect and empathy and aim to develop 21st-century skills, which relate to students' mental wellbeing. The About section notes that care is taken to ensure the well-being and happiness of every student. Extracurricular activities are presented as part of promoting a healthy, well-rounded student experience.

Safeguarding
Public CIS Bahrain pages do not publicly disclose a safeguarding or child-protection policy. Contact details for the school are provided, and the Bahraini Ministry of Education lists City International School as a recognized institution, but safeguarding policies are not described on the public pages. Therefore, explicit safeguarding provisions are not available from the publicly accessible content. If safeguarding information is required, the school's contact channels can be used to inquire directly.
Parent Experience

History
City International School was established in 2008 with an initial intake of about 50 students and a capacity of more than 800. The founder, Late Syed Humayun Muzaffar (1950-2015), laid the foundation of City International School in 2008 to create a centre of excellence serving students from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. In 2009 the school strengthened its international outlook by introducing the IGCSE and AS/A level courses to provide access to universities worldwide. The school is governed by the Humayun family, with Qamar-Un-Nisa Humayun listed as Founder and Chairperson on the Board of Directors. The school's aims emphasize balanced, high quality education and the development of ethical and humanistic standards within Bahrain's diverse community.

Community
City International School hosts community events that bring families and staff together. The annual graduation ceremony is a prominent event, with the 2017 graduation at Crowne Plaza Hotel drawing dignitaries and ambassadors to celebrate more than 200 graduates from KG, Grade 6 and Grade 10. Public communications memorialize the founder's legacy with a Floral Tribute and reflections from the school community. The school emphasizes an international and diverse student body and offers extensive extracurricular activities to support well-being and holistic development.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public materials describe governance by founders and a Board of Directors rather than a separate PTA. Late Syed Humayun Muzaffar founded City International School in 2008; he lived 1950-2015. Qamar-Un-Nisa Humayun is listed as Founder and Chairperson on the Board of Directors. The school has publicly documented major family-involved events, such as graduation ceremonies with notable guests. A Floral Tribute to the founding father is featured on the site, reflecting the community's memory and continuity of leadership. The school emphasizes an international, values-driven education and ongoing community involvement.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
City International School is located in Hidd, Bahrain. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities designed to support an international curriculum. Academic facilities include senior and junior computer laboratories, physics and chemistry laboratories, and a library, with access to an e-library for digital resources. Outdoor spaces include a KG playground and general play areas, as well as facilities for football and basketball. The school offers an extensive range of extra-curricular activities to complement classroom learning.

Sports Facilities
On-campus sports facilities include outdoor spaces for football and basketball, supporting physical education and team activities.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include senior and junior computer laboratories, physics and chemistry laboratories, and a library, with an e-library for digital resources.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers an extensive range of extra-curricular activities to complement academic learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides an international curriculum programme and introduced IGCSE and AS/A level courses in 2009 to provide entrance to universities worldwide. It offers a broad and balanced education that develops students intellectually, socially, creatively and emotionally, with guidance in critical thinking, social openness and purposeful research.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers an extensive range of extracurricular activities, with wholesome participation encouraged and a focus on the well-being and happiness of every student.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school provides outdoor play areas for football and basketball, a KG playground, and a general play space.
Languages

Language Provision
The school uses English as the medium of instruction.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the application form to the Admissions team. The form must be completed fully and accurately and signed by the parent or guardian. A separate form is required for each child.

2. Submit the documents listed with the application. These include the child's passport copy showing date of birth and the most recent school report (in English or certified translation; not required if the child has not attended school yet). Also provide a behaviour report from the previous school and the vaccination records/Health Record as required by the Bahrain Ministry of Education. Include three passport-size photographs, a copy of the CPR card, and the Transfer Certificate/School leaving certificate from the previous school.
School Events
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