Most popular international schools in Riffa

The Palms School is a co-educational primary school in West Riffa, Bahrain, established in 2004. It offers a bilingual curriculum that integrates the Cambridge International Curriculum for core subjects—English, Mathematics, and Science—with the Bahrain National Curriculum for Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Citizenship. This dual approach ensures students develop proficiency in both English and Arabic while maintaining a connection to local culture. The campus features specialized facilities, including a multi-purpose gymnasium, a football field, and shaded outdoor play areas designed to support physical development. A distinctive feature of the school is its "Values-Based Education" program, which is embedded into daily learning to foster character alongside academic progress. The school operates with small class sizes to ensure personalized attention for every student from Grade 1 through Grade 6.

Annual fees

BHD 2,214 – 2,875

Ages

6 to 12 years

Curriculum

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)

Located in the peaceful residential district of Jary Al Shaikh, KG Kids Pre-School offers a nurturing and established bilingual environment for children aged 12 months to 6 years. With a history dating back to 1993, the school is British-owned and managed, combining the structured learning goals of the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with a robust Arabic language programme. The campus features purpose-designed facilities, including spacious classrooms and secure outdoor play areas that encourage exploration and physical development. A distinctive feature of KG Kids is its emphasis on a "home-away-from-home" atmosphere, ensuring that even the youngest toddlers feel safe and supported as they take their first steps into education. The curriculum is delivered by a team of qualified educators who focus on individualized care, preparing students seamlessly for entry into primary school. Management by Lanceley Consulting ensures a consistent standard of operational excellence and educational quality.

Annual fees

Fees not listed

Ages

1 to 6 years

Curriculum

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

Little Starz Pre School offers a welcoming and developmentally focused environment for children aged 2 to 6 years in East Riffa, Bahrain. The school provides a bi-lingual education that uniquely integrates the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum with the Montessori method. This blended approach ensures students benefit from a structured learning framework while also enjoying the hands-on, independent exploration characteristic of Montessori education. The campus features a safe and secure setting designed to nurture "creative and enquiring minds" through purposeful play and interaction. Key to its educational philosophy is the emphasis on building a firm foundation for future academic success, supported by a dedicated team led by Principal Shirley Giles. Students are encouraged to develop self-discipline, independence, and strong moral values in a child-centered atmosphere that prioritizes their physical and mental well-being alongside academic growth.

Annual fees

BHD 1,276 – 1,639

Ages

2 to 6 years

Curriculum

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum

ISCS Bahrain is a co-educational campus in Riffa serving local and international families with a blended international education. The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum as the backbone, while Arabic Language, Islamic Education and Citizenship are aligned with Bahrain's Ministry of Education. The Early Years Foundation Stage guides younger learners, and progression across the primary years combines a knowledge-rich approach with cross-curricular links. In Primary, subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Islamic Education, History, Geography, Quran, Arts and Design, Physical Education, Computing and PSHE. A distinctive Quran Memorisation Program supports spiritual and cultural development, alongside BEAM's educational framework. BEAM forms the core of ISCS Bahrain's governance and is part of the Bukhatir Group with two decades of experience. The school prepares pupils for GCSEs, iGCSEs, BTECs and A-levels. Facilities include classrooms, science and computer laboratories, an auditorium and a stocked library, plus a gym, fields, courts and an indoor pool.

Annual fees

BHD 1,860 – 4,200

Ages

Ages not listed

Curriculum

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Islamic Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

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Annual fees

BHD 1,530 – 1,530

Ages

Ages not listed

Curriculum

Montessori Curriculum