Al Mahd School vs City International School

	A Al Mahd School Manama, Bahrain	C City International School Manama, Bahrain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year BHD 885 - 1,960	Fees / year BHD 810 - 1,415
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 16 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 40	Pupils 800
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Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Al Mahd School operates in the Kingdom of Bahrain with three campuses: Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa. The Saar campus is located in Saar, the Samaheej campus serves the Samaheej area, and the Riffa campus serves the East Riffa area. The school serves over 2,800 students across these campuses.	Location The school is located in Al Hidd, Muharraq Governorate, Bahrain. The address is Villa 27, Road 947, Block 109, Hidd. Hidd is a residential area on Muharraq Island with access to local roads and nearby facilities.
Stages	Stages The curriculum is divided into four levels: Kindergarten (K.G. 1 and K.G. 2), Junior School (Grade 1–6) following the Cambridge International Primary Programme, Middle School (Grade 7–8) following the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, and Senior School (Grade 9–10) preparing students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The Junior School is described as a full-day program from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm, with the Cambridge Primary framework used to guide learning. The Cambridge Curricula link seamlessly from Primary to Lower Secondary and then to IGCSE in Senior School.	Stages The school follows the British National Curriculum and offers education from Kindergarten through Year 10. The academic structure is divided into four stages: Kindergarten; Key Stage 1 (Year 1–2); Key Stage 2 (Year 3–6); Key Stage 3 (Year 7–10). Age range is commonly cited as 3 to 16.
School type	School type The school presents itself as a British-curriculum, Cambridge-based day school operating across three Bahraini campuses and offering day-boarding traditions; external directories list it as co-educational.	School type Co-educational.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Publicly available data do not specify nationality mix. The school serves a large, international student body across three Bahraini campuses and describes its environment as globally oriented, with over 2,800 students in total.	Pupil nationality mix The school states that it welcomes children of all nationalities, but a published breakdown of nationality mix is not provided.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Guidance and counselling services are referenced for student support. The site does not describe a dedicated SEN department or named SEN facilities, so formal special-education provisions are not specified in public pages.	Additional learning support Specific provisions for Additional Learning Needs (SEN) are not described on the admissions or academic pages.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Country affiliation: Kingdom of Bahrain.	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation stated; the school uses the British National Curriculum.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation publicly indicated for the school.	Religious affiliation The school presents an Islamic ethos, aiming to produce students infused with the spirit of Islam.
School day structure	School day structure The Junior School day runs from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. The senior and middle school day structures are not specified in detail on the public pages.	School day structure Kindergarten day runs 8:00–12:30, and Elementary (Years 1–6) runs 7:30–1:50.
Bus service details	Bus service details A transport service is available by arrangement for the convenience of parents; it is not an obligatory service and the school sets transport guidelines to ensure safety and timeliness. Bus numbers, schedules, and routes are managed by the school's transport policy.	Bus service details A school bus service is not listed on the official admissions or contact pages.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - Registration fee (one-time, non-refundable): BD 25.000. - Annual fee (non-refundable): BD 50.000. Grade-wise fees (Textbook fee — annual; Tuition fee — monthly; Annual equivalent = monthly × 12) All figures below are in Bahraini Dinar (BD). The school publishes a separate annual Text Books Fee and a monthly Tuition Fee for each grade. The monthly tuition is payable in advance each month. The figures listed are: Text Books Fees (Annual) — Tuition Fees (Monthly) — Annual equivalent (calculated). - LKG: BD 45.000 — BD 78.500 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 942.000. - HKG: BD 45.000 — BD 78.500 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 942.000. - Grade I: BD 55.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade II: BD 65.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade III: BD 80.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade IV: BD 85.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade V: BD 90.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade VI: BD 95.000 — BD 112.000 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,344.000. - Grade VII: BD 105.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800. - Grade VIII: BD 110.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800. - Grade IX: BD 120.000 — BD 149.400 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 1,792.800. - Grade X: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200. - Grade XI: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200. - Grade XII: BD 130.000 — BD 177.600 (monthly) — Annual equivalent: BD 2,131.200. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are payable in advance on a monthly basis. Fees must be paid on or before the 10th of each month. Late fees are charged at BD 0.100 per day after the due date. If the 10th is a school holiday, late fees are applied from the 12th of the month instead of the 11th. Fees must be paid with the school fees card. - Fee collection timings at the school office: Sunday to Thursday 7:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - If fees remain unpaid for two months, the student's name may be struck off the rolls; re-admission will be at the school's discretion and will incur a re-admission fee of BD 10 in addition to all due tuition for the months in which re-admission is sought. One month's advance notice is required to withdraw any paid facility. Boarding / residential fees - No boarding or separate residential fees are published in the school's fee schedule. The school is identified in public materials as a day/day-boarding institution, but no residential/boarding fee lines appear in the published fee structure. No specific boarding fees are listed. Other costs and miscellaneous fees - Text Books Fee (annual) is charged per grade as listed above and is separate from monthly tuition. - Uniform: Uniform must be purchased from designated suppliers; the sports uniform is provided by the school and parents are requested to deposit the uniform price at the school office with the fees. Specific uniform prices are not listed in the published fee information. - Bus: the published fee notes reference a bus fee (for example, parents proceeding on leave must pay fees for the following leave month(s) along with the bus fee), but no bus-fee tariff is published in the fee schedule. - Re-admission fee: BD 10 (charged at time of re-admission in addition to outstanding dues). Late-payment penalty: BD 0.100 per day. Refunds and cancellation - Fees once paid are not refundable. Registration and Annual fees are explicitly stated as non-refundable in the published fee schedule. Payment options and contact details - No specific payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, online gateway) are published in the school's fee schedule. Published contact points for fee or finance inquiries are the campus phone numbers and the school email; parents may use those contacts for confirmation of accepted payment methods and to arrange payments. Contact details published for the school include: Saar +973 17792422; Samaheej +973 17479040; East Riffa +973 17620730; email almahdschool@gmail.com. Key enforceable points (summary) - All fees shown are in Bahraini Dinar (BD). Registration BD 25.000 and Annual Fee BD 50.000 are non-refundable. Monthly tuition is payable in advance by the 10th of each month; late fee BD 0.100 per day applies. Textbook fees are charged annually per grade as listed. Fees once paid are not refundable; failure to pay for two months may lead to removal from rolls and re-admission charges. Uniform and bus fees are charged but specific tariffs for those items are not published in the fee schedule.	Fee details Application / one-time fees - Registration fee (one-time, payable at enrolment): - PREP, KG-1, KG-2: BHD 50. - Grades 1–6: BHD 50. - Grades 7–10: BHD 75. (Registration fee appears as a one-time charge in the published fee schedule.) Tuition and annual charges by year group (breakdown and annual totals) - PREP / KG-1 / KG-2 (early years) - Tuition fee (annual): BHD 700. - Sports fee (annual): BHD 10. - Computer fee (annual): BHD 10. - Books (annual): PREP/KG‑1 BHD 40; KG‑2 BHD 45. - Registration (one-time): BHD 50. - Total annual fee (published): PREP BHD 810; KG‑1 BHD 810; KG‑2 BHD 815. - Per-term total (calculated): PREP / KG‑1 BHD 270.00; KG‑2 BHD 271.67. (Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three where the school does not publish a per-term breakdown.) - Grade 1 – Grade 3 - Tuition fee (annual): BHD 800 for Grades 1–3. - Sports fee (annual): BHD 15. - Computer fee (annual): BHD 15. - Laboratory fee (annual): BHD 5. - Books (annual): Grade 1 BHD 56; Grade 2 BHD 60; Grade 3 BHD 66. - Registration (one-time): BHD 50. - Total annual fee (published): Grade 1 BHD 941; Grade 2 BHD 945; Grade 3 BHD 951. - Per-term total (calculated): Grade 1 BHD 313.67; Grade 2 BHD 315.00; Grade 3 BHD 317.00. (Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three.) - Grade 4 – Grade 6 - Tuition fee (annual): BHD 900 for Grades 4–6. - Sports fee (annual): BHD 20. - Computer fee (annual): BHD 20. - Laboratory fee (annual): BHD 20. - Books (annual): Grade 4 BHD 70; Grade 5 BHD 76; Grade 6 BHD 80. - Registration (one-time): BHD 50. - Total annual fee (published): Grade 4 BHD 1,080; Grade 5 BHD 1,086; Grade 6 BHD 1,090. - Per-term total (calculated): Grade 4 BHD 360.00; Grade 5 BHD 362.00; Grade 6 BHD 363.33. (Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three.) - Grade 7 – Grade 10 - Registration (one-time): BHD 75. - Tuition fee (annual): Grades 7–9 BHD 1,000; Grade 10 BHD 1,100. - Sports fee (annual): BHD 30. - Computer fee (annual): BHD 40. - Laboratory fee (annual): BHD 30. - Books (annual): BHD 140 for Grades 7–10. - Total annual fee (published): Grade 7 BHD 1,315; Grade 8 BHD 1,315; Grade 9 BHD 1,315; Grade 10 BHD 1,415. - Per-term total (calculated): Grades 7–9 BHD 438.33; Grade 10 BHD 471.67. (Per-term figures calculated by dividing the published annual totals by three.) Billing schedule and payment terms - The publicly listed fee schedule shows the one-time registration charge and itemised annual charges but does not publish a detailed instalment schedule or specific payment due dates in the fee document. The published amounts are presented as annual totals; per-term breakdowns above have been calculated by dividing those annual totals by three to provide an approximate per-term figure where a term-level schedule is not published. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed in the school fee schedule and no boarding fees are published. Boarding fees are therefore not applicable in the published fee schedule. Other costs and regular additional charges - The published fee schedule itemises the following annual/additional charges by year group where applicable: sports fee, computer fee, laboratory fee, and books. - Uniforms, transport (bus) fees, extracurricular activity fees, and any security/caution deposits are not listed in the published fee table; these items are not included in the published annual totals shown above. Refund information - No refund policy or refund schedule is published alongside the fee table in the publicly listed fee schedule. The published fee pages do not specify refund conditions or refundable deposits. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule does not specify accepted payment methods (for example credit card, bank transfer, or post‑dated cheques) or the bank account details in the fee table. Accepted payment methods are not detailed in the published fee table. Notes on per-term figures above - Where the school has published only annual totals, per-term totals shown above were calculated by dividing the published annual total by three to provide an approximate per-term value. The registration charge is presented as a one-time payment and has not been divided into term values in the above per-term calculations. The published annual figures and itemised components are those shown in the school's fee schedule.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are mandatory for regular days and school events and must be purchased from designated suppliers; the sports uniform is provided by the school and paid for at the office. Girls wear Summer: KG to Grade 6 grey pinafore with a light blue shirt; Grade 7 to 11 grey skirt with a light blue shirt; Winter adds a navy cardigan or blazer with the school logo. Boys wear Summer: KG to Grade 4 grey shorts with a light blue shirt; Grade 5 onward grey trousers with a light blue shirt; Winter adds a navy cardigan or blazer; plain black leather shoes are required.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required; students must wear complete and neatly laundered uniforms. Boys should have regular haircuts and refrain from using hair gels; girls should tie up their hair and refrain from wearing nail polish or other ornaments.
Food options	Food options The canteen operates during school hours and junk food is strictly prohibited. Parents may send light refreshments with their child, or students may purchase items from the school canteen.	Food options —
House system	House system The school uses a four-house system: Aradous, Awal, Dilmun, and Tylos. Each pupil is assigned to a House at admission, and a Champion House Trophy is awarded for inter-house competitions, academics and discipline.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is privately owned. The Founder Chairman is H.E. Habib Ahmed Kassim, who chairs Al Mahd School and Al Mahd Investment Company; the leadership team includes a General Manager and a Principal. The school operates across three campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Al Mahd School in Bahrain delivers a Cambridge-based international curriculum across four stages: Kindergarten (KG 1–2), Junior School (Grade 1–6), Middle School (Grade 7–8) and Senior School (Grade 9–10). Kindergarten provides a development-oriented, activity-based program in English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic, with continuous assessment and a pathway to the British curriculum by age five. The Junior School follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), focusing on Mathematics, English and Science, with external benchmarking and progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Middle School uses the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (Grade 7–8), designed to link with the primary programme and prepare students for Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Senior School prepares students for IGCSE, offering Core and Extended routes and the International Certificate of Education (ICE) Diploma after seven IGCSEs, along with non-exam components in Physical Education, Religious Education and Citizenship.	Curriculum details City International School Bahrain follows an international, English-medium curriculum for Kindergarten through A-Level . Since 2009 the school has offered Edexcel IGCSE qualifications and AS/A Level courses to support university entry worldwide . The academic year runs September to June, with regular assessments and exams in December, March and June . The curriculum progresses from early primary education to IGCSE subjects under the Edexcel framework, followed by Edexcel AS/A Level studies for the final years of secondary . The campus is located in Hidd, Bahrain (Villa 27, Road 947, Block 109), and admissions emphasize English proficiency and prior academic records .
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school uses a rights-based framework in School Life that supports student welfare and personal development, including the right to education, the right to develop one's personality, and freedom from abuse. A Discipline Committee governs behaviour, and cases are handled in consultation with the parents and a counsellor, indicating access to pastoral support within the school's procedures. The site does not describe a distinct, formal SEL curriculum or dedicated SEL staff; wellbeing provisions are described in general terms within disciplinary and rights-focused guidance. Counselling is explicitly referenced as part of disciplinary processes, including students being advised to meet the counsellor in suitable cases. Overall, the school emphasizes a respectful, safe environment and personal development as core aspects of its approach to student wellbeing.	Social & emotional learning City International School Bahrain places emphasis on the holistic development of students, including social, emotional, and physical growth. The Academic Program notes that the diverse international student body supports goodwill, friendliness, tolerance and understanding, and that education is intellectually, socially and emotionally rounded. It also states that guidance in critical thinking, social openness and purposeful research is provided to students. The Vision and Mission highlight empowering students to become confident communicators, critical thinkers, and creative individuals, with values such as respect, empathy, dedication and teamwork. The school underlines care for the well-being and happiness of every student through its broad extracurricular program.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provision, staff, or facilities. There is no described SEN department or specialist SEN institution on the publicly accessible pages. The curriculum page notes that the programme is suitable for learners who are not native English speakers, indicating language support is integrated for non-native English speakers rather than a separate SEN service. There is no explicit detail about which specific SEN needs the school can support. Based on available information, formal SEN specifics are not publicly disclosed by the school.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support on publicly accessible pages. The available CIS Bahrain pages describe an inclusive international education with emphasis on social, emotional and creative development but do not name a dedicated SEN department, staff or specific SEN programs. Admissions content focuses on general development (social, emotional, academic) rather than targeted SEN services. The Bahraini Ministry of Education's educational institutions finder lists City International School as a recognized school but does not document SEN provisions. SEN information is therefore not publicly disclosed.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The curriculum page states that the programme is designed to meet the needs of learners who are not native English speakers, indicating language support is considered within general programming rather than a separate EAL department. No dedicated EAL program or staff are described beyond this language-skill accommodation. The school presents itself as accessible to students of various nationalities and backgrounds, with an emphasis on supporting non-native English speakers within IGCSE planning. There is no additional information about specific EAL courses, tutoring, or language levels published publicly. The available evidence suggests embedded language support rather than a standalone EAL program.	English as an additional language The school states it caters for English-speaking children, indicating English as the medium of instruction. There is no explicit description of EAL programmes or language-support services on publicly accessible CIS Bahrain pages. Admissions material emphasizes English-speaking intake and overall development rather than language-support specific provisions. No dedicated EAL policy or staffed programme is publicly described.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is not described as a separate, formal programme. The rights-based guidance includes protection from physical and mental abuse, indicating a safeguarding-oriented environment for emotional safety. The presence of a counsellor within disciplinary procedures implies access to emotional support for students when needed. There are no publicly documented mindfulness or dedicated wellbeing initiatives beyond these references. Overall, mental wellbeing appears to be addressed within general pastoral and safeguarding-oriented structures rather than via a standalone mental health programme.	Mental wellbeing The education program includes social, emotional and physical development as part of a holistic approach. The Vision & Mission emphasize values such as respect and empathy and aim to develop 21st-century skills, which relate to students' mental wellbeing. The About section notes that care is taken to ensure the well-being and happiness of every student. Extracurricular activities are presented as part of promoting a healthy, well-rounded student experience.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is reflected in the rights-based School Life guidance, which protects students' safety and freedom from abuse. The disciplinary framework notes that serious cases may involve consultation with the counsellor, illustrating an embedded safeguarding-support mechanism within student conduct processes. No separate, formal safeguarding policy or designated safeguarding lead is described in publicly accessible pages. The school emphasizes a safe and respectful environment, with procedural support for student welfare through counselling as part of disciplinary actions. Based on current publicly available information, explicit safeguarding policy details beyond rights and counselling involvement are not disclosed.	Safeguarding Public CIS Bahrain pages do not publicly disclose a safeguarding or child-protection policy. Contact details for the school are provided, and the Bahraini Ministry of Education lists City International School as a recognized institution, but safeguarding policies are not described on the public pages. Therefore, explicit safeguarding provisions are not available from the publicly accessible content. If safeguarding information is required, the school's contact channels can be used to inquire directly.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Al Mahd School operates three campuses in Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It began in October 1997 with 40 students and now serves over 2800 students. Cambridge International Examinations International Center Status was awarded in 2004. The school has modern facilities including science laboratories and audio-visual rooms to support its learning programs. It follows an international Cambridge based curriculum across all key stages.	Facilities overview City International School is located in Hidd, Bahrain. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities designed to support an international curriculum. Academic facilities include senior and junior computer laboratories, physics and chemistry laboratories, and a library, with access to an e-library for digital resources. Outdoor spaces include a KG playground and general play areas, as well as facilities for football and basketball. The school offers an extensive range of extra-curricular activities to complement classroom learning.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sports Day is part of school life, with annual events such as Sports Day and talent showcases. The school introduces a day boarding approach to support teaching and learning in an international setting. The school emphasizes physical education as a core element of student life.	Sports facilities On-campus sports facilities include outdoor spaces for football and basketball, supporting physical education and team activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school follows an international Cambridge based curriculum across all levels. Kindergarten uses a development oriented international program with English, Mathematics, Arabic, Environmental Studies and other activities and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum by age five. The Junior School (Grade 1 6) follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme, with progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE and structured reporting. The Middle School (Grade 7 8) follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, linking to the Primary Programme and preparing for IGCSE with Cambridge Checkpoint assessments. The Senior School (Grade 9 10) prepares students for IGCSE and ICE, offering Core and Extended options and non exam courses in Physical Education, Religious Education and Citizenship; entry to IGCSE is by subject, with the ICE diploma awarded for seven subjects.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include senior and junior computer laboratories, physics and chemistry laboratories, and a library, with an e-library for digital resources.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school delivers a Global Learning Environment with a focus on personalised learning, a well structured curriculum, and modern facilities. Students participate in numerous trips and visits as part of the learning experience. There is a strong emphasis on values and traditions as part of the day boarding approach. Annual events include Annual Day celebrations and talent showcases, and activities such as sports days are highlighted as part of school life.	Extra curricular facilities The school offers an extensive range of extra-curricular activities to complement academic learning.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Al Mahd School began in October 1997 with 40 students and two villas. Today it operates three full-fledged campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa and serves over 2,800 students. In 2004, Cambridge International Examinations awarded the school International Center Status, reflecting quality teaching and high administrative standards. The aim of education is to promote balanced development through a well-structured curriculum and a healthy environment. The leadership includes Founder Chairman H.E. Habib Ahmed Kassim and Managing Director H. G. Sharma, with current leadership comprising Chairperson H.E. Leena Kassim, General Manager Rajiv Gautam, and Principal Anshu Gautam.	History City International School was established in 2008 with an initial intake of about 50 students and a capacity of more than 800. The founder, Late Syed Humayun Muzaffar (1950-2015), laid the foundation of City International School in 2008 to create a centre of excellence serving students from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. In 2009 the school strengthened its international outlook by introducing the IGCSE and AS/A level courses to provide access to universities worldwide. The school is governed by the Humayun family, with Qamar-Un-Nisa Humayun listed as Founder and Chairperson on the Board of Directors. The school's aims emphasize balanced, high quality education and the development of ethical and humanistic standards within Bahrain's diverse community.
Community	Community The school operates across three Bahrain campuses—Saar, Samaheej, and East Riffa—and serves a large student community. It promotes a global learning environment with opportunities for student trips and visits. The school highlights student achievements through events such as Celebrating our students, Celebrating talent, and Sports Day. It also hosts the Annual Day as part of its cultural calendar.	Community City International School hosts community events that bring families and staff together. The annual graduation ceremony is a prominent event, with the 2017 graduation at Crowne Plaza Hotel drawing dignitaries and ambassadors to celebrate more than 200 graduates from KG, Grade 6 and Grade 10. Public communications memorialize the founder's legacy with a Floral Tribute and reflections from the school community. The school emphasizes an international and diverse student body and offers extensive extracurricular activities to support well-being and holistic development.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association A formal Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not described on the site. Parent involvement is described through the 'Parent Guide' section, which outlines school life rights and disciplinary procedures. Parents seeking admissions can register their interest via the 'Register interest' button. Public events such as Sports Day and Annual Day involve the school community and families. Leadership biographies show ongoing governance engagement with families; the Founder Chairman and the current leadership are listed, including Chairperson H.E. Leena Kassim and General Manager Rajiv Gautam. Therefore, PTA specifics are not published; parental engagement occurs through events and governance pages.	Parent teacher association Public materials describe governance by founders and a Board of Directors rather than a separate PTA. Late Syed Humayun Muzaffar founded City International School in 2008; he lived 1950-2015. Qamar-Un-Nisa Humayun is listed as Founder and Chairperson on the Board of Directors. The school has publicly documented major family-involved events, such as graduation ceremonies with notable guests. A Floral Tribute to the founding father is featured on the site, reflecting the community's memory and continuity of leadership. The school emphasizes an international, values-driven education and ongoing community involvement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Al Mahd School follows an international Cambridge-based curriculum across its divisions. Kindergarten uses a development-oriented international curriculum and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum at age five, with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic as core subjects. The Junior School (Grade 1–6) follows the Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP), with a structured program that supports progression to Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE. The Middle School (Grade 7–8) follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme, and the Senior School (Grade 9–10) prepares students for IGCSE with Core and Extended options and the International Certificate of Education (ICE), laying groundwork for higher-level programmes such as AP, IB or A‑levels. The school began in 1997 and now operates on three campuses, with Cambridge International Examinations awarding International Center Status in 2004.	Academic & intellectual The school provides an international curriculum programme and introduced IGCSE and AS/A level courses in 2009 to provide entrance to universities worldwide. It offers a broad and balanced education that develops students intellectually, socially, creatively and emotionally, with guidance in critical thinking, social openness and purposeful research.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Kindergarten emphasizes creative development through art, music and imaginative activities; teachers provide opportunities for drawing, painting, collage and expressive play. The curriculum supports creative exploration alongside core academics, with Art and Music integrated into daily learning. The school also highlights performance and talent events as part of its culture, including annual celebrations and student showcases.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English and Arabic are core components of the early curriculum, with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic listed in Kindergarten. The program progression towards the British curriculum from early years indicates English as a primary medium of instruction and Arabic as a structured language strand. Across the Cambridge stages, the curriculum emphasizes English-language learning and supports multilingual development where appropriate.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school emphasizes a broad learning environment that includes extra-curricular activities, with extended hours for additional classes and activities under teacher supervision in the Junior School. It promotes a globally oriented learning environment featuring student trips and visits to complement classroom learning. The campus culture includes events such as Sports Day and Annual Day, reflecting a holistic approach to student life.	Social & hobbies The school offers an extensive range of extracurricular activities, with wholesome participation encouraged and a focus on the well-being and happiness of every student.
Community & service	Community & service The mission centers on developing model citizens who know how to use knowledge for the benefit of the community and humanity, guiding education toward social responsibility. The school's stated aim emphasizes personality development, character, and skills as part of a well-rounded education.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school maintains a formal leadership team including H.E. Leena Kassim as Chairperson, Rajiv Gautam as General Manager, and Anshu Gautam as Principal. This leadership is complemented by other senior operational leaders and a defined management structure.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The environment is described as healthy with modern facilities designed to support learning and exploration. The school operates across three campuses and emphasizes a safe, well-resourced environment for students, including day-boarding options and opportunities for outdoor and co-curricular activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides outdoor play areas for football and basketball, a KG playground, and a general play space.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision An international curriculum is followed, and Cambridge International Examinations has International Center Status since 2004. Kindergarten 1–2 uses a development-oriented, activity-based program with English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies and Arabic, and prepares children to progress to the British curriculum at age five. Senior School (Grade 9–10) prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), with ICE as the group examination; IGCSE is internationally recognized and forms a pathway to higher-level programs. Admission requires English communication at entry; for all non-KG1 entrants, admission is based on an entrance test in English, Arabic, Mathematics and Science.	Language provision The school uses English as the medium of instruction.
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations The school is located in the Kingdom of Bahrain and was established in 1997. It began in October 1997 with 40 students and now operates three full-fledged campuses in Saar, Samaheej and East Riffa, with over 2800 students. The school was awarded Cambridge International Examinations International Center Status in 2004.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Admission Procedure: Registration and admission for the academic year starting in September opens in April of each year. The minimum permissible age for Kindergarten 1 is four (4) years old on or before 1st December. There is no placement assessment test for children enrolling in Kindergarten 1. For all other classes admission is granted on the basis of an entrance test in English, Arabic, Mathematics, and Science. The school requires that on entry children should be able to communicate in English at a level appropriate to their age and development. If English is not a child's first language it will be necessary for the school to assess the child's ability in English. Acceptance will depend on the result of the placement assessment test and existing vacancies. Application/Admittance Requirements: Completion of a School Application Form. The child's name must be the same as per the birth certificate or passport. Recent passport size photographs. A copy of passport, with valid dates. A copy of the child's birth certificate and CPR. Original transfer certificate or school leaving certificate from the previous school. (This must be attested by the Ministry of Education if transferred from a school outside Bahrain) Two copies of last school report and examination results or school recommendation letter. Copy of Medical certificate or Immunization Card for Kindergartens 1 and 2. Parents those who are looking for new admissions can register their interest by clicking the button Register interest. Fee Structure: The fees for academic year 2024-2025 are as follows. Common Annual Fees: Registration Fee (One Time only) 25.000 (Non-refundable); Annual Fee 50.000 (Non-refundable). Gradewise Fees (Non-refundable): Grades Text Books Fees (Annual) Tuition Fees (Monthly) LKG 45.000 78.500; HKG 45.000 78.500; I 55.000 112.000; II 65.000 112.000; III 80.000 112.000; IV 85.000 112.000; V 90.000 112.000; VI 95.000 112.000; VII 105.000 149.400; VIII 110.000 149.400; IX 120.000 149.400; X 130.000 177.600; XI 130.000 177.600; XII 130.000 177.600. All figures are in Bahraini Dinar. Notes: 1. Fees once paid are not refundable. 2. Small children and unauthorized persons should not be entrusted with payment of fees. 3. Parents proceeding on long leave or vacation are requested to pay fees for the following leave month(s) along with bus fee, before they proceed. 4. In case the fees are not received for a period of two months, the name of such student will be struck off the rolls and he/she shall have to seek re-admission, which will be decided on merit. At the time of re-admission all due s and re-admission fee of BD. 10/- will be charged in addition to tuition fees for the months in which re -admission is sought. 5. Fees will not be accepted without fees card and parents are requested to check the entries from time to time. 6. One month advance notice is required to withdraw facility, if any. Fee Collection Timings: Sunday to Thursday 7.15 a.m to 1.30 p.m; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	Admissions 1. Submit the application form to the Admissions team. The form must be completed fully and accurately and signed by the parent or guardian. A separate form is required for each child. 2. Submit the documents listed with the application. These include the child's passport copy showing date of birth and the most recent school report (in English or certified translation; not required if the child has not attended school yet). Also provide a behaviour report from the previous school and the vaccination records/Health Record as required by the Bahrain Ministry of Education. Include three passport-size photographs, a copy of the CPR card, and the Transfer Certificate/School leaving certificate from the previous school.
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