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Lycée Français MLF Bahrein

Bahrain, Manama

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic, French
Fees BHD 2,596 - 4,951
Ages 2 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Introduction

Lycée Français MLF de Bahreïn is a Mission laïque française (MLF) international school based in Busaiteen, Muharraq (Manama area), Bahrain. The school follows the French national curriculum and is accredited/homologated by the French Ministry of Education; it serves nursery through lycée (Petite Section to Terminale), covering ages 2 to 18 and preparing students for the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat. The language of instruction is French; the school follows an early trilingual policy promoted by the MLF's “Deux cultures, Trois langues” approach, with compulsory multilingual learning in nursery (French, English and Arabic) and trilingual communication with parents. The school describes itself as self-funded within the MLF network and publishes administrative details and a financial regulation for families. On its website the school lists on-site services such as an infirmary, a canteen and organised school transport, and highlights curricular projects (for example STIAM/STEAM activities), extra‑curricular provision and support for pupils with special educational needs.

24, 447, Muharraq, Bahrain.

The Essentials

Lycée Français MLF Bahrein has instruction in English, Arabic, French.

Location
Located in the Busaiteen district of Muharraq, on Muharraq Island, Bahrain. The campus serves the Muharraq Governorate and is accessible from Manama via main roads; it is commonly described as being behind King Hamad Hospital. Address: Busaiteen, Muharraq, P.O. Box 24 447, Muharraq Bahrein.

Stages
The school offers education from nursery through terminale. The Primary section covers nursery to the fifth grade, while the Secondary section covers grades from sixth through terminale; the AEFE profile lists 16 teaching levels with 15 homologated levels.

Type
Co-educational day school. It operates as a non-boarding institution within the Mission Laïque Française network.

Additional learning support
The school provides inclusion and SEN support within mainstream classes; SEN provision is available to support students with learning needs.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with France through the Mission Laïque Française (MLF) and AEFE as part of the French international school network.

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational and secular; no religious instruction is stated as part of the school programme.

School day structure
Kindergarten opens around 7:30 am and finishes at 2:15 pm (Thursday: 1:00 pm). Elementary runs 7:31 am–2:30 pm (Thursday: 1:10 pm). Secondary (collège-lycée) runs from 7:40 am to 4:30 pm. Admin hours are typically 7:30 am–4:00 pm.

Bus service
Yes. School transport is provided by Praxis Transporting Company W.L.L. Registration is handled through the transport contact, with a dedicated coordinator (Sanjosh) available for arrangements.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform wearing is mandatory for all students from the early years (TPS) through Terminale. The uniform is sold by House of Uniforms at Shop No. 41, New Tala Plaza, Building No. 142, Block No: 328, Road 28, Avenue 29, Segaya, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.

Food Options
There is no on-site canteen currently. Catering is organized via a school catering service using the SPARE app with Naseef Restaurant. Meals are prepared in a self-service format with a starter, main course with vegetables, dairy and dessert, and can be planned in advance. Allergies or special dietary needs are addressed through a PA I (Plan d'Accueil Individualisé) coordinated with the school nurse.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed and operated by the Mission Laïque Française (MLF), a French non-profit organization that runs schools abroad. It is part of the MLF network and is a partner of AEFE. The MLF network comprises 108 establishments worldwide.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Français MLF Bahrein ranges from BHD 2,596 to BHD 4,951 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees
- Application fee (non‑refundable): BHD 84.
- MLF network admission fee (non‑refundable): BHD 336.
- (Re‑)registration deposit (deductible from the first term invoice): BHD 250. This BHD 250 must be paid by re‑enrolment deadlines and is non‑refundable except where the family leaves the Kingdom of Bahrain for professional reasons on presentation of proof.

Annual tuition fees by school level (academic year 2025/2026) and per‑term breakdown
- Nursery (TPS / PS / MS / GS): Annual tuition BHD 2,596.
- 1st instalment (40%): BHD 1,038.400.
- 2nd instalment (30%): BHD 778.800.
- 3rd instalment (30%): BHD 778.800.
- Additional school supplies charge (subject to VAT): BHD 34.240. Additional non‑VAT charges (subscriptions, etc.): BHD 96.300.

- Elementary (CP / CE1 / CE2 / CM1 / CM2): Annual tuition BHD 3,169.
- 1st instalment (40%): BHD 1,267.600.
- 2nd instalment (30%): BHD 950.700.
- 3rd instalment (30%): BHD 950.700.
- Additional school supplies charge (subject to VAT): BHD 34.240. Additional non‑VAT charges (subscriptions, etc.): BHD 105.930.

- Middle school / High school (6ème → Terminale): Annual tuition BHD 4,951.
- 1st instalment (40%): BHD 1,980.400.
- 2nd instalment (30%): BHD 1,485.300.
- 3rd instalment (30%): BHD 1,485.300.
- Additional school supplies charge (subject to VAT): BHD 34.240. Additional non‑VAT charges (subscriptions, etc.): BHD 130.540.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The annual tuition is billed in three instalments split 40% / 30% / 30%.
- Invoicing dates (billing): 01 October 2025, 08 December 2025, 09 March 2026. Payment due dates are specified in the financial regulations (examples given: 1st due in October, subsequent due dates in January and March 2026). Parents must make payments within the timeframes indicated on invoices. Late or unpaid invoices may result in restricted access to classes after reminders.
- For new students, registration fees and any required deposit must be paid within 15 days of the management decision or the application will be cancelled. For returning students, the BHD 250 re‑registration amount must be paid by the stated re‑enrolment deadline and will be deducted from the first term invoice.
- For arrivals during the school year, the rule “any month started is due” applies to tuition billing. For departures, an incompressible period of three months is due from the date of enrolment; after that the calculation is prorated monthly (n/10). Departures after April 30, 2026 are not eligible for reimbursement.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; the Lycée Français MLF de Bahrein operates as a day school. There are no boarding fees listed in the school financial regulations.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Exam fees are not included in tuition and will be invoiced separately for grades 9, 11 and 12 (invoices issued according to the calendar for those exams).
- Extra‑curricular / after‑school activities and garderie: Billing example given at BHD 5 per pupil per session (subject to VAT); parents arriving late after class will be charged BHD 5 per session. Rates may be adjusted according to the activity offered. Homework‑help fees are invoiced in three instalments of BHD 45 each. Enrollment in extracurricular activities is a firm commitment and generally non‑refundable.
- Transport: School transport is provided by an external company (Praxis Transporting Company W.L.L) and is charged separately; registration for transport is by separate arrangement.
- Canteen: Canteen services are managed and billed via the designated application/provider and are charged separately. Preordering is available and recommended for convenience.
- Uniform: Wearing the school uniform is mandatory from TPS through Terminale. Uniforms are sold at the specified local supplier (House of Uniforms, Shop No. 41, New Tala Plaza, Segaya, Manama). Uniform costs are paid directly to the supplier and are not included in tuition.
- School books and supplies: Textbooks are supplied at the start of the year and must be returned at year end. Families will be charged for loss or significant damage to books. Some supplies (class binders, notebooks) are provided by the school; additional small fees for subscriptions or service charges appear separately on invoices.

Discounts and concessions
- A 5% discount on tuition fees applies exclusively to the third child and any subsequent children from the same family when fees are paid by the family (not when fees are covered by an employer, government, or international allowance). The legal representative remains liable for all invoiced amounts.

Refund and cancellation rules
- The BHD 250 re‑registration payment is non‑refundable except where the family leaves Bahrain for professional reasons upon presentation of proof. For departures during the school year, a three‑month minimum charge applies; after that, fees are prorated monthly. Departures after April 30, 2026 are not eligible for reimbursement. Enrolment implies acceptance of these financial rules.

Payment methods and banking details
- Accepted payment methods: cash or cheques in Bahraini Dinars only, debit or credit card payments at the school, bank transfer, and BenefitPay. When paying by bank transfer, provide proof of transfer to the finance department.
- School bank account (for bank transfers): BBK Main Branch — Account name: LYCEE FRANCAIS MLF DE BAHREIN — IBAN: BHD 64BBKU00100000355493 — SWIFT/BIC: BBKUBHBM. (Send payment proof to daf2.bahrein.lycee@mlfmonde.org and include the pupil's name).

Contact details for finance and admissions are provided by the school for invoice questions and payment confirmation; parents are required to ensure invoices from the school are paid by the stated due dates to avoid access restrictions.
Academics

Lycée Français MLF Bahrein teaches French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the French national curriculum and is accredited by the French Ministry of Education, with state diplomas issued to graduates. It serves nursery through terminale (Nursery to Year 12), with Primary covering nursery to Year 5. From kindergarten, all three languages—French, English and Arabic—are taught. In secondary, students are prepared for the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) at the end of collège and the Baccalauréat at the end of lycée. The secondary is organized into collège (sixième through troisième) and lycée (seconde through terminale), with orientation and exams pathways.

Exam Results
The Baccalauréat and the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) are the main national qualifications offered; Class of 2024 included Baccalauréat and DNB.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school does not publicly disclose specific Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programs or dedicated SEL staff; however, the Administration page lists a Primary Nurse and a Primary life staff member, indicating on-site welfare support for students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All three languages are taught from kindergarten, indicating a multilingual program across French, English, and Arabic; no explicit EAL support programme is described on the site.

Mental Wellbeing
The infirmary is staffed by two nurses (Primary and Secondary) and is open during school hours to provide medical care; visits are recorded and parents are informed via Pronote, and an emergency protocol exists.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported by the infirmary's procedures (visits recorded, parental contact via Pronote) and the existence of an emergency protocol.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 1976 in Muharraq, Bahrain. It is the only establishment in Bahrain accredited by the French Ministry of National Education to teach from kindergarten through terminale. Since 2009, the school has been part of the Mission Laïque Française network. It participates in the MLF global network, comprising around 108 establishments worldwide, and maintains a multilingual program from kindergarten (French, English, and Arabic).

Community
LFIB maintains an active, multilingual community, with staff and families engaging in three languages (French, English, Arabic) in communications. The school communicates with parents and families through a multilingual framework and supports strong collaboration among parents, teachers, and the administration. It coordinates events and activities that foster community life, including International Children's Day and other curriculum-linked activities referenced in school updates.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents' Committee (Comité de Parents) is formed by LFIB parents volunteering to support school life. Any parent can join, and a September meeting identifies volunteers and elects an administrative bureau (communications lead, treasurer, secretary) to steer activities. The Committee aims to strengthen communication between parents, teachers, and the administration, and to assist with the integration of new families and administrative matters. It organizes events such as the annual kermesse, end-of-year celebrations, and Environment Week, coordinating with the school on social, sports, and cultural activities. Funds raised—primarily through snack and book sales and the big annual fair—support cultural projects and student activities; contact is cpebah@gmail.com.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education and is a partner of the AEFE network. Multilingual learning begins in preschool with French, English, and Arabic. The French curriculum is recognized by leading higher education institutions worldwide. The staff are dynamic and trilingual, communicating with parents in French, English, and Arabic. The school emphasizes citizenship, well-being projects, respect for local language and culture, and support for students with special educational needs; fees are competitive.

Academic Facilities
From the Petite Section to Terminale, the school provides a French curriculum homologated by the French Ministry of Education. Multilingual education starts in the early years, with instruction in French, English, and Arabic. The school participates in the Mission laïque française network and is a partner of AEFE. Students prepare for the French national examinations, including the Brevet and the Baccalauréat.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Cultural & Language
The school provides compulsory multilingual learning in kindergarten (French, English, Arabic) and is the only school in Bahrain offering this triple-language approach. The school presents itself as operating in a multilingual, intercultural context with a trilingual staff and parent communications in French, English, and Arabic.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include French, English, and Arabic. Multilingual learning is compulsory in kindergarten. The French curriculum is recognized by leading higher education institutions worldwide, and staff communicate with parents in French, English, and Arabic. The educational approach emphasizes cultural openness, the local language and culture, and consideration for students with special educational needs.

Bilingual Teaching
The school provides multilingual education beginning in kindergarten with instruction in French, English, and Arabic. Dynamic, trilingual teams communicate with parents in French, English, and Arabic.
Reputation

Accreditations
The school is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education and is the only establishment in Bahrain with this status.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Registration window and age alignment. Registrations for the 2025-2026 school year are open from 2 April 2025 to 1 July 2025, and from 1 September 2025 depending on the pupil's year of birth or a decision to transfer from a previous establishment. The school provides a grade-by-age table that maps Nursery through Terminale to specific birth years. Families should verify that their child's year matches the listed ranges for admission.

2. Start online registration via EDUKA. Begin the enrollment process by clicking EDUKA to start the online registration at mlfbahrein.eduka.school. The EDUKA portal is the official channel for new registrations and collects the necessary information to proceed with enrollment.

3. Grade/age alignment. The school lists classes with corresponding ages and birth years: TPS 2 (2023), PS 3 (2022), MS KG1 4 (2021), GS 5 (2020), CP 6 (2019), CE1 7 (2018), CE2 8 (2017), CM1 9 (2016), CM2 10 (2015), 6ème 11 (2014), 5ème 12 (2013), 4ème 13 (2012), 3ème 14 (2011), 2nde 15 (2010), 1ère 16 (2009), Tle 17 (2008).

4. Former student re-enrollment. If the registration concerns a former pupil, do not create a new pupil file; contact the scholastic service to access the existing record for re-enrollment.

5. Fees and payment terms. The registration fee is 84 BHD; the MLF network admission fee is 336 BHD; the (re)registration fee is 250 BHD (deducted from the first-term tuition). Tuition totals are 2596 BHD for Nursery-KG, 3169 BHD for Elementary, and 4951 BHD for Middle School and High School, with three billings: 40% on 01/10/2025, 30% on 08/12/2025, and 30% on 09/03/2026. The 250 BHD prepayment must be paid before 28 April 2025 and is non-refundable unless the family leaves Bahrain for professional reasons; re-enrolment requires full payment of the previous year's invoices.

6. Documentation and contact.
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