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Capital School Bahrain

Bahrain, Manama

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BHD 2,200 - 4,400
Ages 1 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum

Road 5755, Bu Quwah, Bahrain

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The Essentials

Capital School Bahrain has instruction in English.

Location
Capital School Bahrain is located in Bu Quwah, Manama, Bahrain. The campus sits in the Al Ahli Sports Complex area near the Al Ahli Club and is accessible by local roads and school transport routes. In 2022 the school moved to the Bu Quwah campus to accommodate growth. The address is Road 5755, Block 457, Bu Quwah, Bahrain.

Stages
The school operates as a through-school, offering education from Early Years Foundation Stage through to Secondary School.

Type
Capital School Bahrain is a co-educational day school that follows the English National Curriculum.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has a diverse student body with about 1,200 students representing around 40 nationalities. The most common nationality is Bahraini. Local students make up roughly 70% of the pupil population and international students about 30%.

Additional learning support
The school does not publish a dedicated SEN policy on its site. Bahrain's Ministry of Education provides inclusive education in mainstream schools, with support for students with special needs coordinated through the Special Educational Needs Center.

Country affiliation
The school is based in Bahrain and follows the Bahraini curriculum framework. It holds British accreditation and partner status (BSO, BSME, Oxford AQA International Qualifications), but has no formal country affiliation beyond its Bahraini setting.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation stated for the school. The Bahrain Ministry of Education requires the teaching of Arabic and Islamic Studies as part of the curriculum.

School day structure
Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) runs 7:30–12:30; Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) runs 7:30–13:30; Year 1–2 runs 7:30–14:15; Year 3–6 runs 7:30–14:30; all secondary pupils (Year 7 and above) run 7:30–14:45.

Bus service
Yes. Transportation is offered to many areas in Bahrain. Routes are operated by a specialist company on behalf of the school, and all buses comply with high health and safety standards.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Capital School Bahrain ranges from BHD 2,200 to BHD 4,400 for 2026/27.

Application & one‑time fees
- Assessment fee: BHD 50 (non‑refundable; one time only).
- Registration fee: BHD 100 (non‑refundable; one time only).
- Security (caution) deposit: BHD 200 (refundable at the time of leaving the school, provided a full academic year has been completed).

Tuition fees by year group (per term and annual) — all amounts in BHD
- Nursery: Term 1 BHD 880; Term 2 BHD 660; Term 3 BHD 660; Annual BHD 2,200.
- FS1: Term 1 BHD 924; Term 2 BHD 693; Term 3 BHD 693; Annual BHD 2,310.
- FS2: Term 1 BHD 924; Term 2 BHD 693; Term 3 BHD 693; Annual BHD 2,310.
- Year 1: Term 1 BHD 924; Term 2 BHD 693; Term 3 BHD 693; Annual BHD 2,310.
- Year 2: Term 1 BHD 1,008; Term 2 BHD 756; Term 3 BHD 756; Annual BHD 2,520.
- Year 3: Term 1 BHD 1,008; Term 2 BHD 756; Term 3 BHD 756; Annual BHD 2,520.
- Year 4: Term 1 BHD 1,008; Term 2 BHD 756; Term 3 BHD 756; Annual BHD 2,520.
- Year 5: Term 1 BHD 1,092; Term 2 BHD 819; Term 3 BHD 819; Annual BHD 2,730.
- Year 6: Term 1 BHD 1,092; Term 2 BHD 819; Term 3 BHD 819; Annual BHD 2,730.
- Year 7: Term 1 BHD 1,092; Term 2 BHD 819; Term 3 BHD 819; Annual BHD 2,730.
- Year 8: Term 1 BHD 1,176; Term 2 BHD 882; Term 3 BHD 882; Annual BHD 2,940.
- Year 9: Term 1 BHD 1,260; Term 2 BHD 945; Term 3 BHD 945; Annual BHD 3,150.
- Year 10: Term 1 BHD 1,260; Term 2 BHD 945; Term 3 BHD 945; Annual BHD 3,150.
- Year 11 (discounted structure): Term 1 BHD 1,520; Term 2 BHD 1,140; Term 3 BHD 1,140; Annual BHD 3,800.
- Year 12 (discounted structure): Term 1 BHD 1,680; Term 2 BHD 1,260; Term 3 BHD 1,260; Annual BHD 4,200.
- Year 13 (discounted structure): Term 1 BHD 1,760; Term 2 BHD 1,320; Term 3 BHD 1,320; Annual BHD 4,400.

Resource & technology fees (yearly, non‑refundable)
- FS to Year 8: BHD 200 per year.
- Year 9: BHD 250 per year.
- Year 10: BHD 350 per year.
- Years 11–13: BHD 150 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed on a three‑term basis (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3); invoices must be paid in accordance with the invoice on or before the term fee due date. Lumpsum payment of all three term fees prior to the start of school attracts a 5% discount on tuition.
- Sibling discounts on tuition: 1st child none; 2nd child 5%; 3rd child 10%; 4th child 10%.
- There is a parent referral arrangement providing fee benefits for referring families (new pupils may receive exemption from registration fees and referring families may receive a tuition discount for successful enrolments).

Payment methods and banking details
- Online quick payment service is provided (select service type "School fees"). Proof of transfer should be sent to finance@capitalschoolbahrain.com.
- Bank transfer details:
- Account name: Capital School WLL.
- Bank: National Bank of Bahrain.
- Account No: 009-964-138-0.
- IBAN: BH64NBOB00000099641380.
- SWIFT: NBOBBHBM.

Boarding
- No boarding fees are listed and no boarding provision is presented in the school fee structure; the school operates as a day school.

Other costs and ancillary charges
- Uniforms: Uniforms are available from the school uniform showroom (prices are not listed in the fee structure).
- Transportation: The school arranges transportation through external transport providers; specific transport routes and registration forms are available and transport fees are set via the transport arrangements (transport fees are not shown in the central fee table). Contact the school for route and fee specifics.
- Canteen, extracurricular activity charges or specialist course charges may apply; these are not itemised in the main fee table.

Refunds and exit procedure
- Except for the security (caution) deposit, fees are non‑refundable. The security deposit is refundable at the time of leaving the school provided a full academic year has been completed. Assessment and registration fees are non‑refundable.
- Withdrawal requires one full term's written notice; if notice is given after the term start, parents remain liable for the current full term's tuition fees plus the fees equating to one full term's notice. Transfer documents are issued only after all dues are cleared; the school requires at least fifteen school working days to prepare exit documents. In the event of temporary or permanent school closure due to civil unrest, pandemic, or similar circumstances, the school states it will not be liable to refund fees already received.
Academics

Capital School Bahrain teaches British Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
Capital School Bahrain delivers a through-school education from the Early Years Foundation Stage to Secondary, following the English National Curriculum with Bahrain Ministry of Education adaptations. In the Early Years Foundation Stage, Foundation Stage 1 and 2 align with the UK EYFS framework and are enriched with Arabic language and Bahraini culture in line with MOE guidance. Primary years follow the English National Curriculum with Arabic and Islamic Studies integrated per MOE requirements; Maths uses the White Rose mastery approach; ICT follows the UK Computer Science framework; and Modern Foreign Languages include French in primary (with additional language options) and Spanish in secondary. In Secondary, examination pathways begin with IGCSE from Year 10 and continue to A-Levels in Years 12–13, with English language support and a PSHE programme including careers guidance. The curriculum is delivered in English, with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies tailored to Bahrain, and the school provides specialist science labs and a broad programme of enrichment through music, art, and Physical Education. Capital School Bahrain is inspected by the Bahrain Quality Authority (BQA) and accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO).
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Registration: Begin your admission by completing the online admission form and submitting the required documents: child's passport; child's CPR card (if available); copies of both parents' passports; copies of both parents' CPR cards (if available); child's immunization record; passport‑size photo of the child; child's most recent school report; and a transfer certificate (if available). For iGCSE/A‑level applicants transferring from non‑British curricula, include certificates of alternative or equivalent qualifications. 2. Assessment: All applicants are assessed to ensure correct academic placement and learning support. In the Foundation Stage, children are observed for readiness, language development, and social behavior. From Year 3 and above, students sit online entrance assessments in mathematics, English, and non‑verbal reasoning, followed by a brief written activity. An assessment fee of 50 BD is payable when shortlisted. 3. Enrolment: Successful applicants sign the Parent‑School Agreement (PSA), pay a non‑refundable Registration Fee of 100 BD, and a Security Deposit of 200 BD (refundable after completing a full academic year). All documentation and fees must be received before final enrollment. 4. Admission: After enrollment, new students are welcomed into the Capital School family and introduced to their class teacher, new classmates, and the pastoral team. The first term serves as a settling period with support to ensure academic, social, and emotional well‑being, and an orientation to the school's values, routines, and opportunities.
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