Bahrain School
International School in Manama
Quick answer
Bahrain School offers a multi-track IB and American programme, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Well-suited to boarding and internationally mobile families. At $9,391–$10,382/year, it sits above the Manama average, reflecting its premium positioning. The student body draws from 32 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American taught at Bahrain School.
- Tuition: $9,391–$10,382/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 18) Manama international school · 600 students total.
- 32 nationalities top: American.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:00 AM.
600
32 (American)
15 avg / 18 max
Available
About Bahrain School
The Bahrain School community empowers all students to achieve their maximum potential through rigorous standards-based instruction in an environment that respects diverse cultures.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $9,391 – $10,382 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dinar 9391-Dinar 10382 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,587(+17%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,087 |
| Cost position in Manama | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, American
SAT, PSAT, TOFEL, IELTS
French, German, Spanish, Arabic
IEP and 504 plans
Yes
Yes
8:00 AM – 2:40 PM
Yes
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Manama
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: American
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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