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Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain

Bahrain, Isa Town

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BHD 391 - 1,000
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1956
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Urdu, Arabic, English
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain offers a distinct educational environment that bridges cultural heritage with modern academic standards. Founded in 1956, it is the first school established for the community in the Gulf, currently serving students from kindergarten through Grade 12. The school primarily follows the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) curriculum, ensuring students are well-prepared for Pakistani national examinations, and is expanding its academic portfolio by introducing the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum in September 2025.

P.O.Box 32647, Isa Town, Kingdom of Bahrain.

The Essentials

Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain has 2,000 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain is located in Isa Town, Kingdom of Bahrain. The postal address is P.O. Box 32647 in Isa Town. Isa Town is a residential area near central Bahrain with road and public transport access to Manama and surrounding towns.

Stages
The school is organized into three sections: Primary Section, Middle Section, and Senior Section.

Type
It operates as a day school with multiple sections; no boarding facilities are indicated.

Additional learning support
The school employs counselors to support students' academic, social, and personal development; explicit SEN provisions or dedicated facilities are not detailed publicly.

Country affiliation
The school has a Pakistan affiliation in name and origin, established to serve Indo-Pak origin students, with English as the medium of instruction.

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is stated.

School day structure
The school remains open Sunday to Thursday. Primary hours are 7:15 AM to 12:30 PM; Middle hours are 7:15 AM to 1:20 PM; Senior hours are 7:15 AM to 1:30 PM.

Bus service
A transport service is provided to Manama, Riffa, and Muharraq and is operated by National Transport Company. Transport is offered for convenience and is not a guaranteed service; delays or incidents during travel are not the school's liability.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has three canteens with kitchen facilities. The canteens are managed by FOOSCO, a leading food and beverages manufacturing and catering company in Bahrain.

House System
The students are divided into four houses: Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, and Topaz.

Governance and Ownership
The school is managed by its Board of Trustees. It operates on a non-profit basis and reinvests any surplus into facilities.
Fees

Annual tuition at Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain ranges from BHD 391 to BHD 1,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

- Application / Prospectus fee: BD 10 (one-time, payable on new admission).
- Admission / Registration fee: BD 30 (payable on new admission; also listed for Standard XI).

One-off and Annual Miscellaneous Fees

- Computer lab fee (one-time at start of year): BD 20 (HKG to Grade VIII).
- Science / general lab fee (one-time at start of year): BD 30 (Standards IX & X; Standards XI & XII; and IGCSE science students where applicable).
- ID card (one-time at start of year): BD 3 (all students).
- Miscellaneous fee: BD 50 per annum (applies to all students, as noted in the fee schedule).

Monthly tuition rates and annual totals by year group

Note: The school lists monthly tuition rates and a months column for each class. The monthly rates below and the annual totals are computed from those listed monthly rates and the number of months shown in the fee schedule (most classes are shown with 12 months; IGCSE is shown with 10 months). The school's academic terms are defined as First: April–June; Second: September–December; Third: January–March.

- LKG – HKG: BD 32.600 per month. Annual total (32.600 × 12) = BD 391.20. Per-term tuition for instructional months (First = Apr–Jun: 3 months): BD 97.80; (Second = Sep–Dec: 4 months): BD 130.40; (Third = Jan–Mar: 3 months): BD 97.80.

- Grades I – IV: BD 38.150 per month. Annual total (38.150 × 12) = BD 457.80. Per-term (Apr–Jun): BD 114.45; (Sep–Dec): BD 152.60; (Jan–Mar): BD 114.45.

- Grades V – VII: BD 40.000 per month. Annual total (40.000 × 12) = BD 480.00. Per-term (Apr–Jun): BD 120.00; (Sep–Dec): BD 160.00; (Jan–Mar): BD 120.00.

- Grades VIII – IX: BD 41.750 per month. Annual total (41.750 × 12) = BD 501.00. Per-term (Apr–Jun): BD 125.25; (Sep–Dec): BD 167.00; (Jan–Mar): BD 125.25.

- Grades X – XI: BD 45.400 per month. Annual total (45.400 × 12) = BD 544.80. Per-term (Apr–Jun): BD 136.20; (Sep–Dec): BD 181.60; (Jan–Mar): BD 136.20.

- Grade XII: BD 54.400 per month. Annual total (54.400 × 12) = BD 652.80. Per-term (Apr–Jun): BD 163.20; (Sep–Dec): BD 217.60; (Jan–Mar): BD 163.20.

- IGCSE: BD 100.000 per month (charged over 10 months, September–June). Annual total (100.000 × 10) = BD 1,000.00. Per-term (Apr–Jun): BD 300.00 (3 months); (Sep–Dec): BD 400.00 (4 months); (Jan–Mar): BD 300.00 (3 months).

School transport (monthly) and related charges

- Monthly transport fee by area: Manama BD 16; Muharraq BD 16; Riffa BD 16. Transport is charged per month and is noted as payable "Full Fee Per Month Except July & August," so the monthly charge is BD 16 when the service is in use. If charged for the 10 months outside July–August, the annual transport cost would be BD 160 (16 × 10).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is shown as a monthly charge. The fee schedule lists a months column (for most classes the column shows 12 months; IGCSE shows 10 months), and transport is not charged for July–August. This indicates the school issues tuition on a monthly basis according to the rates listed.
- The fee schedule references specific payment channels under "Payment Directions": Benefit Pay, BFC Pay and My Fatoorah, plus the school's online bookstore for book purchases. These named options are provided for payment processing.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school's facilities and admissions materials do not list dormitory or boarding fees. No boarding fee is included in the published fee schedule.

Other costs not listed with fixed amounts

- School uniform: A uniform page and guidance are provided, but uniform prices are not listed in the published fee documents. Uniform purchase is a separate cost.
- Book and stationery costs: The school operates an online bookstore for purchasing books and materials; book costs are charged separately and are not specified in the fee table.
- Any additional activity, examination, or optional subject charges (for example specific IGCSE exam/entry fees or external exam fees) are not listed in the fee table and may be charged separately when applicable.

Refund information

- No explicit refund policy or schedule for refunding fees is published within the publicly available fee schedule and the school's posted fee documents examined. If a formal refund policy is required, it is not included in the published fee page or the published fees update notice.

Accepted payment channels and methods

- The school lists Benefit Pay, BFC Pay and My Fatoorah as payment directions/options and provides these payment channels for fee settlement and for the online bookstore. These are the named payment routes for settling fees.

Notes and clarifications

- The monthly rates, the months column and the listed payment channels above are the figures and options presented in the school's published fee schedule. The school defines three academic terms (First: April–June; Second: September–December; Third: January–March); the monthly tuition figures are shown separately in the fee table and annual totals here are computed from those monthly figures. Use the monthly and annual figures above when planning payments; transport is not charged for July and August.
Academics

Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain teaches in English across all classes. In the Primary Section, core subjects include Mathematics, English, Science, Social Studies and Computer, with Urdu/Arabic, Islamiat and Tajweed integrated in the early years. Quran instruction is provided, including recitation and Tajweed, alongside Urdu and Arabic language studies. Physical Education is part of the curriculum. Examinations and progression have followed FBISE SSC/HSSC historically, and from September 2025 the school began implementing the IGCSE curriculum for Grades 9–12, with IGCSE mock and preliminary datesheets published.

Student Teacher Ratio
The primary section lists about 65 teachers; public pages do not publish the official student-to-teacher ratio or typical class sizes.

Exam Results
Historically, FBISE SSC/HSSC examinations have been the pathway; in 2024 the school reported FBISE results for its students. The school announced the introduction of the IGCSE curriculum for Grades 9–12 from September 2025, with associated mock exams and datesheets published.

Higher Education Progression
Historically, progression has followed FBISE higher secondary routes; with the 2025 shift to IGCSE for upper grades, graduates may pursue higher education at international universities as well.

Gifted and Talented
Public pages do not detail dedicated gifted and talented programs.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain has school counselors who support academic, social, and personal development and promote a safe learning environment, serving as a liaison between parents, students, and the discipline committee.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The medium of instruction is English for all classes.

Mental Wellbeing
School counselors bring a mental health perspective, support positive mental health and socio-emotional balance, and help maximize student achievement within a safe environment.

Safeguarding
Counselors mediate conflicts and resolve issues amicably as a liaison between parents, students and the discipline committee, contributing to safeguarding and a safe learning environment.
Parent Experience

History
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain was established in 1956 and is managed by a Board of Trustees. The first Urdu School for Indo-Pak origin students in the Gulf was created in March 1956, with support from Bahrain's business and commercial community and from founders including Ashraf S. Mohammadi, Saleha Raheem, Haji Asghar Ali, Abdul Rasool Malik, Sayed Akber Ali, and Dr. Mehitapwala. The medium of instruction is English for all classes. It now serves over 2000 students with around 200 staff and operates on a non-profit basis, reinvesting any surplus into school facilities.

Community
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain serves a diverse student body across nationalities. The distribution includes 64.10% Pakistani nationals, 30.22% Bahrainis, and 5.68% students of other nationalities. The school emphasizes academic grooming alongside co-curricular and extracurricular activities. There are separate classes for boys and girls. Events and activities include Sports Day, Islamic Events, Careers Day, and Annual Sports Day.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain maintains a formal Parents Council, evidenced by a dedicated 'Parents Council Members' page in the About Us section. The school is governed by a Board of Trustees alongside the Parents Council, reflecting a formal governance structure. Public contact channels for parent engagement are published, including main reception numbers and a general email address. The presence of the Parents Council Members page indicates that parents have a formal voice in school life. Public pages show ongoing school events and communications, which are commonly supported by parent involvement through the council. Detailed minutes or schedules of PTA meetings are not published on the site.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain provides a comprehensive set of facilities to support learning and extracurricular life. The campus includes a very spacious multi-purpose auditorium used for seminars, debates and other activities, and it also hosts FBISE examinations. There are three canteens managed by FOOSCO, ensuring dining facilities for students. Academic facilities include computer laboratories with up-to-date systems, a well-stocked library with trained librarians, and science laboratories for Chemistry, Physics and Biology. Additional facilities support welfare and activities, such as a health care and first-aid room, a multi-media room, prayer facilities, and dedicated spaces for sports and transport services.

Sports Facilities
The sports and games amenities include courts and grounds with equipment for basketball, volleyball, football, badminton and cricket. Students are divided into four houses—Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby and Topaz—and participate in annual sports events as well as inter-house and inter-school competitions. The facilities support both senior and junior physical education programs. Regular PE and athletic activities are integrated into the school schedule.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include computer laboratories equipped with up-to-date computer systems that expose students to current technologies. The library is spacious and stocked with a wide range of books for primary to senior levels, with trained librarians available to assist students. Science laboratories for Chemistry, Physics and Biology are spacious and well-ventilated and furnished with essential instruments. A multi-media room provides multimedia resources to support teaching across subjects. The school also provides a health care and first aid room and dedicated prayer facilities to support student welfare during the school day.

Extra Curricular Facilities
An important hub for extracurricular life is the spacious multi-purpose auditorium, used for seminars, debates and other activities, with seating for more than 550 people. The auditorium also serves as a venue for FBISE examinations. The school offers a well-resourced multi-media room to support creative projects and presentations. Three canteens support student life and transitions between activities. Facilities such as the library, science labs and computer labs enable group work and project activities beyond class time.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain offers a range of extracurricular activities aimed at academic enrichment, including drama, recitation, public speaking, extempore speeches, essay writing, presentations, storytelling, debates, quiz programs, Qirat, and spelling bee competitions. It also provides painting, drawing and photography, along with math, science and computer projects to develop analytical and problem‑solving skills. These activities are designed to foster communication, perceptual abilities and collaborative learning beyond the standard curriculum. The program includes educational trips and field trips to reinforce classroom topics and broaden personal development.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities at PKUS Bahrain include drama, recitation, painting, drawing, photography, storytelling, and presentations. Creative writing and other expressive pursuits are integrated into the extracurricular program. These activities offer avenues for creative expression and peer engagement alongside academic work. The multi-purpose auditorium supports many of these activities, including seminars, debates and performances.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobby-oriented activities include drama, recitation, public speaking, extempore speeches, essay writing, presentations, storytelling, debates, quiz programs, Qirat, spelling bee competitions, painting, drawing and photography. Visual arts and performance-based activities provide opportunities for collaboration and peer interaction, while events such as fun fairs and national heroes' days commemorations foster community spirit. Educational trips and leisure outings also contribute to social development outside the classroom. The program emphasizes communication and teamwork through these activities.

Leadership & Professional
Careers Day is held as part of the events at PKUS Bahrain to expose students to different professions and career paths. School counselors play a central role in supporting students' academic, social and personal development and act as a liaison between students and families to address issues. The school also has a Parents Council, reflecting parental involvement in school leadership and governance as part of the broader community engagement.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school provides Sports & Games Facilities that cover basketball, volleyball, football, badminton and cricket, with students divided into four houses (Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, Topaz) and regular annual sports, inter-house and inter-school competitions. Health care and first aid are available on site with a nurse during school hours and arrangements for hospital treatment when needed. A prayer room with updated ablution facilities supports religious practice, and the library and multimedia resources support quiet study and personal development.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the medium of instruction for all classes. Urdu and Arabic are taught as subjects within the curriculum. The syllabus lists Urdu, Arabic, and English across LKG to XII, indicating language study is provided across grade levels.

Bilingual Teaching
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain uses English as the medium of instruction for all classes. There is no bilingual teaching program advertised. Urdu and Arabic are taught as subjects within the curriculum, alongside English.
Reputation

Awards
Gold Medal in Chess Competition organized by the Ministry of Education, Kingdom of Bahrain; The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain was honoured by His Highness Sheikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa for securing the gold medal in the 2023–2024 school year. This recognizes the school's achievement in chess at a national level.

Accreditations
The Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain is affiliated with FBISE (Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education), Islamabad, Pakistan, which oversees secondary and higher secondary examinations and curriculum alignment for its students. This affiliation means FBISE examinations are the determining assessments for students in the school. | The school is published as having Bahrain Quality Assurance Authority (BQA) accreditation, with BQA Reports listed for PKUS Bahrain. This indicates alignment with Bahrain's national quality assurance standards for education.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions Process
1. Registration Process. To begin, parents must register by completing the Admission Form at the school office. A non-refundable BD 10 fee is charged and the student receives an Admission Form/Prospectus. The form must be submitted with the documents listed below; submission of the form does not guarantee admission and is subject to an admission test/interview and seat availability. Registration for the new academic year starts in February, and admissions are open for Primary and Middle sections from February to March and again in September each year. MOE age criteria apply to admissions for the current academic session. 2. Documentation Check. The school requires a set of documents to accompany the Admission Form: original CPRs for the child, father and mother (with copies), passport copies for all, four recent passport photos, vaccination card, birth certificate copies, a School Leaving Certificate, and a report card from the last school attended. All documents must be provided at the time of form submission; incomplete submissions are not accepted. 3. Admission Formalities. After the Admission Form is accepted and all documents are in order, the Admission Officer will request a BD 5 fee and issue an Appointment Card that states the test date and interview timing. This fee is separate from the registration fee and is payable as part of the formalities. 4. Admission Test & Interview. The school conducts age-appropriate assessments and interviews: Kindergarten uses an informal individual assessment with a parent interview; Class I–IX tests cover English, Math, Arabic/Urdu, and Science, with a pass mark of 50% and each paper typically around 30 minutes; candidates also attend an interview with parents after the test. Class X–XII admissions depend on FBISE board results and, for some streams, additional registration steps with FBISE or the Ministry of Education. 5. Admission Results. Results are announced by posting the list of selected candidates on the school notice board on the date communicated by the school. Admission decisions are based on merit (test results and interview), and the school's decision is final. 6. Transfer from Other Schools Within Bahrain. For students transferring from other Bahraini schools, MOE rules apply, and the parent should obtain copies of these rules from the Admission Officer. If admitted, the parent must pay the required fees to secure the seat; if these fees are not paid within a week, the seat is offered to a candidate on the waiting list.

Scholarships
3. Scholarships
PKUS Bahrain does not publish or describe any scholarship program in its official admissions and fee materials. The Fee Structure lists standard application, registration, lab, and tuition fees, with transportation and optional IGCSE fees where applicable, but there is no section detailing scholarships or financial aid. Based on the available official materials, there is no stated scholarship offering or process.

Waitlist
2. Waitlist/Pool
The Pakistan Urdu School maintains a waiting pool for seats that are not immediately filled. If a seat is available but the corresponding school fees are not paid within one week, the seat is offered to another student on the waiting list. This implies an active waiting list mechanism to fill vacancies as soon as payments are settled or seats open. The transfer guidance explicitly notes that seats on the waiting list can be used when admissions are not immediately possible due to MOE rules, seat availability, or payment timelines.
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