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Talent International School

Bahrain, Manama

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BHD 1,370 - 2,994
Ages 1 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

Talent International and The Infant School (Manama branch, Salihiya) is a private English‑medium school in Manama (Rd No 5641, Salihiya) that offers a British curriculum from early years through secondary, serving ages 1 to 18. The school states it is accredited as a Cambridge international provider and follows the Cambridge and English National curricula, with pupils able to sit Cambridge IGCSE and A‑Level examinations and Cambridge checkpoint assessments. English is the main language of instruction; Arabic and French are taught as additional languages and Arabic/Islamic studies are included where applicable. Published course lists and school information identify subjects including mathematics, science, ICT, art, music and physical education. Facilities reported on the school site and in directory listings include a library, computer and science laboratories, art room and outdoor play/sports areas (football and basketball). The school also operates an Infant School/daycare provision for the formative early years alongside its primary and secondary stages.

Rd No 5641, Salihiya, Bahrain

The Essentials

Talent International School has instruction in English.

Location
Talent International School operates two Bahrain campuses: Manama (Salihiya) and Riffa. The Manama branch is located in Salihiya, Manama, and the Riffa branch sits in Road No. 2506, Riffa. Both campuses are connected to Bahrain's road network, and the school provides separate contact details for each campus.

Stages
The school offers Day Care, Foundation Stage (Pre-Nursery, Nursery, KG1), Elementary (KG2–Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), High School (Grades 9–12) and university preparation. The Foundation Stage leads into Cambridge curriculum from KG2 onward, followed by IGCSE/AS/A‑Levels in the upper grades. The structure supports a full progression from early years through to pre-university study.

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school with campuses in Manama and Riffa.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Public sources indicate about 400 students across around 15 nationalities; the most represented nationalities and the local-to-international ratio are not publicly disclosed.

Additional learning support
A Learning Support page exists in the site navigation, but published details on specific SEN provisions or facilities are not disclosed on publicly accessible pages. The Parents/Students Handbook provides general policy information rather than explicit SEN supports.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated. The curriculum includes the English National Curriculum and Cambridge International exam boards (UK-linked frameworks).

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation stated. Islamic Education is included as a curriculum subject alongside Arabic.

School day structure
The school day runs from 7:30 AM for Day Care and KG1, up to 2:00 PM for KG2 and above; during Ramadan the day ends at 1:30 PM. The school is closed on Fridays and Saturdays.

Bus service
Transportation is provided through an independent transport company; arrangements are made by the school office.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are compulsory for all pupils. Infants and Juniors (Pre-Nursery–Grade 5) wear the school's gingham uniform (girls in a gingham dress; boys in a gingham shirt with gray pants), while Middle and High School (Grade 6–12) wear a white shirt with gingham lining at the collar and sleeves; gray pants are worn for both. The PE uniform is required as well and consists of shorts or track pants with the school logo. Uniforms are supplied by the House of Uniforms in AlAali Mall and Tala Plaza.
Fees

Annual tuition at Talent International School ranges from BHD 1,370 to BHD 2,994 for 2026/27.

Application and entry fees

- Application form: BD 10.
- New-student registration fee (one‑time, non‑refundable): BD 160.
- Entrance / placement test fee (payable on submission of application): BD 40.

Tuition fees — per term and annual totals, by year group

Tuition is shown as three term amounts (Term One, Term Two, Term Three) with the corresponding annual tuition (sum of terms). Annual tuition is listed in the fees schedule; term amounts are shown separately in the same schedule as follows:

- Day care (3 months to 2 years)
- Term 1: BD 450 • Term 2: BD 450 • Term 3: BD 450
- Annual tuition: BD 1,350.

- Pre‑Nursery
- Term 1: BD 450 • Term 2: BD 450 • Term 3: BD 450
- Annual tuition: BD 1,350.

- Nursery
- Term 1: BD 450 • Term 2: BD 450 • Term 3: BD 450
- Annual tuition: BD 1,350.

- KG1
- Term 1: BD 515 • Term 2: BD 510 • Term 3: BD 510
- Annual tuition: BD 1,535.

- KG2
- Term 1: BD 524 • Term 2: BD 522 • Term 3: BD 522
- Annual tuition: BD 1,568.

- Grade 1
- Term 1: BD 524 • Term 2: BD 522 • Term 3: BD 522
- Annual tuition: BD 1,568.

- Grade 2
- Term 1: BD 524 • Term 2: BD 522 • Term 3: BD 522
- Annual tuition: BD 1,568.

- Grade 3
- Term 1: BD 524 • Term 2: BD 522 • Term 3: BD 522
- Annual tuition: BD 1,568.

- Grade 4
- Term 1: BD 524 • Term 2: BD 522 • Term 3: BD 522
- Annual tuition: BD 1,568.

- Grade 5
- Term 1: BD 524 • Term 2: BD 522 • Term 3: BD 522
- Annual tuition: BD 1,568.

- Grade 6
- Term 1: BD 634 • Term 2: BD 632 • Term 3: BD 632
- Annual tuition: BD 1,898.

- Grade 7
- Term 1: BD 682 • Term 2: BD 682 • Term 3: BD 682
- Annual tuition: BD 2,046.

- Grade 8
- Term 1: BD 682 • Term 2: BD 682 • Term 3: BD 682
- Annual tuition: BD 2,046.

- Grade 9
- Term 1: BD 754 • Term 2: BD 753 • Term 3: BD 753
- Annual tuition: BD 2,260.

- Grade 10
- Term 1: BD 825 • Term 2: BD 825 • Term 3: BD 825
- Annual tuition: BD 2,475.

- Grade 11
- Term 1: BD 902 • Term 2: BD 902 • Term 3: BD 902
- Annual tuition: BD 2,706.

- Grade 12
- Term 1: BD 968 • Term 2: BD 968 • Term 3: BD 968
- Annual tuition: BD 2,904.

Books, technology and other recurring / ancillary fees

- Books: books must be purchased as a complete pack and paid upfront. Annual book charges by age/grade group in the published schedule are generally grouped as:
- KG2 to Grade 5: BD 50 (annual).
- Grade 6 to Grade 8: BD 70 (annual).
- Grade 9 to Grade 12: BD 90 (annual).

- Technology fee (annual): BD 20 for the earliest groups (Day care through KG1) as shown in the published schedule; technology/book charges for other groups are shown in the fees schedule.

- School trips: BD 90 (per student, annual item noted in the schedule).

- After‑school activity (Day Care through KG2): BD 45 per term (optional).

- Transportation: service is available on request; specific route charges are arranged separately.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is shown and invoiced by term (three terms). Books are purchased as a pack and paid upfront. Entrance/assessment and registration fees are payable on application/enrolment. The published fee schedule lists term amounts and the annual total for each year group.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed in the school fee schedule and no boarding fees are published for this school; fees published are for day provision only.

Other costs or charges

- Uniform: the school requires a uniform; a uniform charge is not detailed in the published fee document.
- Special subject or elective charges: some subjects or selections may carry additional costs depending on subject choice (these are shown as "depends on subject selection" in the schedule).
- Any additional extracurricular or optional activities beyond the listed after‑school activity may carry separate fees; the schedule lists trips and after‑school activity charges explicitly.

Refund information

- The new‑student registration fee (BD 160) is explicitly non‑refundable. The published fee schedule does not provide a general tuition refund policy in the fee document.

Fee payment options

- The published fee document does not specify the accepted payment methods. Fees are presented by term and by item in the schedule; parents arrange payment through the school finance/admissions office according to the school's payment procedures. Typical payment methods used by schools in the region include bank transfer, card payment and in‑office payment, but specific accepted methods are to be coordinated with the school's finance office.

Notes and important points

- Books must be bought as a full pack and paid upfront. Registration and assessment fees are payable at application/enrolment; registration is non‑refundable. Trips and after‑school activity have separate charges. Transportation is optional and priced separately.
Academics

Talent International School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
Talent International School delivers the English National Curriculum with a Cambridge pathway across its divisions. The Foundation Stage covers Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and KG1, with KG2 onward beginning elementary subjects and using Jolly Phonics for literacy. The Elementary School (KG2–Grade 5) offers English, Reading, Maths, Science, Arabic, Islamic Education, Citizenship, Art, Computing, Geography, History, French, Physical Education and Music, and introduces the Cambridge curriculum with Abacus-based mental math. The Middle School (Grades 6–8) leads toward IGCSE and beyond, while High School (Grades 9–12) offers IGCSE/O-levels in 9–10, AS levels in 11, and A-Levels in 12, with university preparation through A-level options. Assessments occur mid-term and end-of-term, plus progress tests and parent-teacher meetings, in line with UK Department for Education criteria.

Exam Results
Not publicly available
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Curriculum page shows a Learning Support option, indicating some form of student support within the school's academic framework. The English National Curriculum is offered, and the Foundation Stage includes Pre-Nursery, Nursery and KG1, with a Jolly Phonics program used for early literacy. No explicit SEL programs, staff roles, or wellbeing initiatives are described on publicly accessible pages. Therefore, a detailed overview of SEL provision cannot be confirmed from public sources. The school does not publicly disclose specifics beyond the existence of Learning Support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support is indicated on the Curriculum page as part of the school's offerings, suggesting SEN-related support. No public details specify which kinds of Special Educational Needs are supported, nor whether the institution is a specialist SEN provider. No explicit list of SEN categories or staff qualifications is published on accessible pages. Consequently, a full SEN provision overview cannot be confirmed from public sources. The school does not publicly disclose detailed SEN staffing or facilities.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The English National Curriculum is offered to students at the school. The Foundation Stage includes Pre-Nursery, Nursery and KG1, with Jolly Phonics used for early literacy. Public pages do not describe any dedicated EAL program, staff, or interventions for students needing English language support. Based on available information, there is no explicit EAL provision published beyond the English-language curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
Public pages do not disclose a dedicated mental wellbeing program or staff. There is no published information about counseling services, wellbeing curricula, or mental health initiatives. The only referenced support appears to be Learning Support as part of academics. Therefore, mental wellbeing provisions cannot be confirmed from public sources.

Safeguarding
Public pages do not disclose safeguarding policies or procedures. No details are published about safeguarding training for staff, child protection policies, or reporting mechanisms. The lack of published safeguarding information means a full safeguarding overview cannot be confirmed from public sources.
Parent Experience

History
Talent International School was established in 1971 as a preschool in Bahrain. The first branch in Riffa opened in 1988 and runs on the same model as the Manama campus. In January 1987, Mrs. Shaikha Abul joined as a partner and later became sole proprietor, guiding the school's development. The school is licensed by the Bahrain Ministry of Education and has grown to operate across two campuses in Manama and Riffa. It offers Cambridge and English National curricula and prepares students for IGCSE, AS, and A-Levels, reflecting its long-standing alignment with international standards.

Community
Talent International School operates two campuses in Bahrain: Manama and Riffa. The community program includes after-school clubs in football, basketball, choir, music, drama, and home economics, with arts and design facilities and regular field trips. The school stages annual musical productions such as Joey and Cats, and hosts field trips and other performances as part of student life. Parents stay connected through mid-term and end-of-term progress reports followed by parent-teacher meetings, and a dedicated Parents Portal supports ongoing communication.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is not publicly described in the available information; parent involvement is organized through established channels. Regular parent-teacher meetings follow progress reports to discuss student progress. A Parents Portal provides ongoing communication with families, and a Moodle-based community supports access to information for Manama students. The school publishes a Students' Hand Book with guidelines on transportation and uniforms for parents. Family engagement is supported through after-school clubs and annual musical productions, and events such as field trips involve families. The two Bahrain campuses, Manama and Riffa, provide multiple channels for parental involvement across campuses.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school provides Information & Communication Technology facilities with smart boards and a computer laboratory, and offers up to four additional IGCSE credits through the Edexcel Diploma in Digital Applications (DIDA). The Science Laboratory is well equipped and is an Edexcel Centre for examination in the Kingdom of Bahrain. A Domestic Science Lab teaches home economics, while Art & Design and Design & Technology spaces support creative and practical learning. Extra-curricular activities and field trips include football and basketball, choir, music and drama, home economics, and instrument lessons such as keyboard or guitar, with annual productions and regular field trips.

Sports Facilities
After-school clubs include football and basketball.

Academic Facilities
Day care is available for toddlers from 3 months to 2 years. The English National Curriculum is offered in the Foundation Stage, with Pre-Nursery, Nursery and KG1; KG2 begins elementary subjects. The Elementary School covers KG2 to Grade 5 with a broad subject range and Cambridge curriculum from KG2 onwards, including Abacus-based mental math. Middle School covers Grades 6-8 and High School covers Grades 9-12, with IGCSE at the end of Grade 10, AS at the end of Grade 11, and A-Levels at the end of Grade 12. University preparation is provided through a wide range of A-level subjects. Assessments occur mid-term and end-of-term, with progress tests and parent-teacher meetings; the school is an examination centre for Edexcel and Cambridge, offering IGCSE and A-level examinations.

Extra Curricular Facilities
All students may participate in after-school activities and field trips. After-school clubs include football, basketball, choir, music, drama, and home economics. Art and music are offered, with keyboard or guitar lessons. There are annual musical productions and 2-3 educational/entertainment field trips per term.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Foundation Stage follows the English National Curriculum, with Pre-Nursery, Nursery and KG1; KG2 moves into elementary subjects, and the Foundation Stage Phonics Programme 'Jolly Phonics' supports early literacy. The Elementary School (KG2–Grade 5) offers English, reading, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Islamic Education, Citizenship, Art, Computing, Geography, History, French, Physical Education, and Music, and Cambridge curriculum begins from KG2; Abacus counting is taught from KG2. Middle School (Grades 6–8) continues with a broad range of subjects, and High School (Grades 9–12) follows a pathway to IGCSE in Grade 10, then AS and A-Levels in Grades 11 and 12, with Cambridge Checkpoint tests available to measure progress. University preparation provides A-level options to support entry to universities worldwide, with mid-term and end-of-term assessments, progress reports and final reports.

Arts & Creative
Art & Design labs provide space for expressive learning through colours and materials. Design & Technology teaches awareness of design and production, developing practical knowledge and skills. Extra-curricular activities include football, basketball, choir, music and drama; keyboard or guitar is available; art and music are taught by specialists. Annual productions of musicals are staged, and field trips occur 2–3 times per term.

Cultural & Language
Arabic, Islamic Education, Citizenship and French are included among the subjects in the Elementary School. From KG2, the Cambridge curriculum is followed. The Foundation Stage uses the English National Curriculum and the Jolly Phonics phonics program.

Social & Hobbies
All students can participate in extra-curricular activities, with after-school clubs such as football, basketball, choir, and drama. Art and music are taught by specialists, and keyboard or guitar is available. The school stages annual musical productions and conducts 2–3 educational/entertainment field trips per term.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sport and fitness are supported through after-school activities like football and basketball. Art and music offerings, including specialist-taught sessions, contribute to creative well-being and self-expression. Annual musical productions and termly field trips enhance social engagement and experiential learning.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers the English National Curriculum (Foundation Stage) and, from KG2 onward, the Cambridge curriculum. French and Arabic are taught as subjects, and Islamic Education, Citizenship, Art, Computing, Geography, History, Physical Education and Music are part of the curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Application and registration: Complete an application form and pay BD 10; pay a non-refundable registration fee of BD 150.000. Provide the following documents: two years previous school reports; copy of the student's birth certificate; copy of the student's passport; copy of the student's CPR; behavior conduct certificate from the previous school; immunization report. Step 2. Entrance test: Children joining Pre–Nursery, Nursery, KG1, and KG2 have an oral assessment. Children joining Grade 1 and above take written tests in English and Mathematics, which must be passed to enter the school. The entrance exam fee is BD 40.000, payable on submission of the application. Step 3. School hours: Sunday to Thursday, Day Care - KG1 07:30 AM - 01:00 PM; Activity class 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM; KG2 and above 07:30 AM to 02:00 PM. In Ramadan, the school day ends at 1:30 PM. The school is closed on Fridays and Saturdays. Step 4. Downloads: The School Fees Structure is available for download and the Academic Calendar is available for download.
School Events
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