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International Schools in Bahrain

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About international schools in Bahrain

Bahrain offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.

Compare 57 international schools in Bahrain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average BHD 2,893), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 57 schools · avg fee BHD 2,893
Schools listed
57
Curricula
22
Average annual fee
BHD 2,893
Fee range
BHD 90 – 10,382
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (25 schools)
Average school size
1,465 pupils
Largest by enrolment
The Asian School
Oldest
Pakistan Urdu School Bahrain (1956)
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42 international schools in Manama

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8 international schools in Isa Town

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3 international schools in Riffa

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1 international school in Bahrain

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1 international school in Hamad Town

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1 international school in Saar

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1 international school in Muharraq

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Choosing an international school in Bahrain

Curricula

There are 57 international schools in Bahrain covering 22 curricula. The most widely offered are British Curriculum (25), IB (DP) (17), IB (PYP) (16), IB (MYP) (16), American Curriculum (12). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Bahrain runs from about BHD 90 to BHD 10,382, averaging roughly BHD 2,893. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Bahrain run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Bahrain we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Bahrain

How many international schools are in Bahrain?
Bahrain has 45 international schools listed on doris.
Which curriculum is most popular?
The most common curricula vary by city, but British, IB, and American pathways are widely available.
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