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Hawar International School

International School in Manama

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Hawar International School (HIS) Manama serves 1,000 students aged 3 to 18 in Bahrain. The school combines an American curriculum with the IB Diploma at upper school, accredited by IBO and MSA-CESS. Strong fit for Bahraini families and regional expats seeking American-track + IB education at exceptional value, with strong educational support unit provision.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
  • Tuition: $3,175–$8,769/yr published in BHD, US$ equivalent.
  • Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
  • Accreditations: IBO, MSA-CESS listed accreditations.
IB, AmericanAges 3 to 18$3,175–$8,769/yr(Dinar 1194-Dinar 3298)
Est. all-in: $7,972/yr(+33%, modeled)Mid-range in ManamaGood valueOpen admissions70% data coverage
Students

1,000

Class Size

Not published

Admissions

Rolling

Founded

2001

Accreditations

IBO, MSA-CESS

Qualifications

IGCSE and IB Diploma

multi-curriculumibamerican-curriculumopen-admissions

About Hawar International School

Hawar International School was established in 2001 by a group of dedicated Bahraini professionals wishing to provide a bilingual education of excellence from Nursery and KG to Grade 12 in a learner friendly environment while preserving the culture and heritage of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Islamic society. As well as the American and Arabic Curriculum, HIS aims to provide special needs education and facilities for students with physical and learning needs to help support them during their education. HIS aims to ensure that each pupil gets a well-rounded education that will equip them for the challenges faced in the world today and for tomorrow.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Not published

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

Not published

  • —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
  • —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated

Questions to ask the school

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
  3. 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.
  4. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  5. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for Hawar International School
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$3,175–$8,769
Annual tuition (BHD)Dinar 1194-Dinar 3298
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$7,972(+33%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$9,472
Cost position in Manama38th percentile(mid-range)
Curriculum

IB, American

Leaving qualifications

IGCSE and IB Diploma

External examinations

IGCSE, IB Diploma

Additional languages

French, Chinese

Learning support

Students are assessed continuously throughout the year and may not require support from the ESU or a reduced level of support in subsequent years. This is the school’s decision based on current assessment records. It may be required from the school that your child may need a shadow teacher to accompany them and give support in lessons. This will be discussed on an individual basis with parents. Parents must cover the costs of the support that is deemed necessary.

Special needs staff

Educational Support Unit

Uniform requiredYes
Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: highData completeness: 70%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.

At a Glance

Fee Position in Manama

Budget-friendly
Median
$1,111$3,175–$8,769$27,606

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeSupport
Hawar International School

Class size: Not published

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