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Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School

Brunei

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Malay, Arabic
Fees BND 4,950 - 8,800
Ages 5 - 14 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding), Online/Hybrid
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, British Curriculum, British Curriculum, Malaysian Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Arabic, French, Spanish
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Community and Service, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School offers a unique educational experience in Brunei Darussalam, seamlessly blending the British National Curriculum with rich Bruneian heritage and Islamic values. Established in 2017, the school is dedicated to shaping "God-conscious" global citizens through a personalized approach in its modern campus in Sungai Akar. The curriculum is rigorous yet values-driven, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSEs while fostering spiritual growth through daily practices like morning Dhikr and Quranic recitation.

Simpang 396-48-3 Jalan Kebangsaan, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

The Essentials

Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School has instruction in English, Malay, Arabic.

Location

Bandar Seri Begawan, Negara Brunei Darussalam. The campus is located at Simpang 396-48-3, Jalan Kebangsaan, Kampung Sungai Akar, BC4115, Brunei. It sits in the Sungai Akar area of Brunei's capital region with access via the main roads serving Kampung Sungai Akar. The Brunei address places the school within the Brunei-Muara district and the Bandar Seri Begawan area.

Stages

The school operates three core levels: Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. The Early Years includes Pre-Kindy (KG1) and Kindy (KG2), followed by Reception and Year 1, then Year 2–4, and finally Year 5–9.

Type

Co-educational (mixed gender).

Additional learning support

Public materials do not list a dedicated SEN department or provisions. The school emphasises a safe, secure and supportive community and personalised learning as part of its core approach under The Miftah Way.

Country affiliation

Brunei (Negara Brunei Darussalam).

Religious affiliation

Islamic. The school is an Islamic international school and includes Arabic and Islamic Studies within its curriculum.

School day structure

The school week runs Monday to Friday. Daily start and end times vary by year group: Pre-Kindy/Kindy 7:45am–11:45am (Mon–Thu) and 7:45am–11:30am (Fri); Reception & Year 1 7:30am–1:30pm (Mon–Thu) and 7:30am–11:45am (Fri); Year 2–4 7:30am–2:15pm (Mon–Thu) and 7:30am–11:45am (Fri); Year 5–9 7:30am–3:15pm (Mon–Thu) and 7:30am–11:45am (Fri).

Bus service

A dedicated school bus service is not publicly advertised. Admissions can discuss transport options. The school's address is in Kampung Sungai Akar, Bandar Seri Begawan, and Brunei has bus services in the capital area, including routes serving Kampung Sungai Akar.

Fees

Annual tuition at Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School ranges from BND 4,950 to BND 8,800 for 2026/27.

Registration and application fees

- Registration fee (one‑time, new students): BND 200. This registration fee is non‑refundable.

Deposit

- Refundable deposit required to secure a place, by section:
- Early Years: BND 450.
- Primary: BND 700.
- Secondary: BND 850.
- Deposits are refundable on exit from the school (return of school property and settlement of outstanding accounts apply).

Tuition fees (options shown per year group)

- Payment options available: annual (one payment), termly (3 instalments), or monthly (11 instalments). The following fees are the published amounts by year group and by payment option:
- Pre‑Kindy: Annual BND 4,950; Termly BND 1,650; Monthly BND 450.
- Kindy: Annual BND 4,950; Termly BND 1,650; Monthly BND 450.
- Reception: Annual BND 6,050; Termly BND 2,016; Monthly BND 550.
- Year 1: Annual BND 6,600; Termly BND 2,200; Monthly BND 600.
- Year 2: Annual BND 7,150; Termly BND 2,383; Monthly BND 650.
- Year 3: Annual BND 7,700; Termly BND 2,566; Monthly BND 700.
- Years 4–6: Annual BND 8,250; Termly BND 2,750; Monthly BND 750.
- Years 7–9: Annual BND 8,800; Termly BND 2,933; Monthly BND 800.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition fees are billed annually before the start of the academic year. Instalment plans are offered to split that billed amount across either three termly payments or eleven monthly payments.
- Parents/guardians are required to provide written notice of withdrawal 90 days in advance. Tuition and fees remain payable for the full notice period. Overdue fees procedures include reminders and potential suspension or termination of enrollment if fees remain unpaid beyond the stated deadlines.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for the school; boarding is not applicable.

Other costs and typical ancillary fees

- Learning resources / resource fees (listed by category):
- Early Years resources: BND 250.
- Primary resources: BND 300.
- Secondary resources: BND 350.
- Activity pack / activity‑pack/worksheets (section pages list activity pack amounts which may be charged per year group):
- Early Years activity pack: BND 145.
- Primary/Secondary activity pack: BND 190.
- Uniforms and sportswear (examples of published prices):
- Pre‑Kindy to Year 1: Top BND 20; Bottom BND 20.
- Year 2 to Year 6: Top BND 30; Bottom BND 15.
- Secondary uniform: Top BND 30; Bottom BND 30; Neck tie BND 15; Shawl BND 15.
- Sports Dri‑Fit top BND 20; bottom BND 15; hijab BND 12. Jacket: kid size BND 40, adult size BND 45.
- Optional insurance and small miscellaneous charges are published on section pages (example: optional insurance BND 10).

Refunds and withdrawal

- Registration fee (BND 200) is non‑refundable.
- Deposits are refundable on exit, subject to return of school property and clearance of outstanding charges.
- Refunds of tuition, if applicable, are processed at the end of the notice period. Tuition refunds are calculated on a pro‑rata basis by the number of school days; learning‑resource fees may be non‑refundable in certain circumstances (for example, after re‑enrolment or where resources have been consumed). Parents remain financially responsible for fees during the required notice period.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include cash, cheque and bank transfer. Receipts can be provided on request. Instalment schedules (annual, termly or monthly) are available to parents/guardians.
Academics

Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School teaches British Curriculum, British Curriculum, British Curriculum, Malaysian Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 5 to 14.

Curriculum

Miftah An-Nur Islamic International School uses the British National Curriculum for core academic subjects, with SPN21 Malay and IQRA International for Arabic and Islamic Studies. The Early Years curriculum is play-based and child-centered, with routines such as morning dhikr and daily duas to foster a sense of belonging. In Primary, learning is organized around a big idea each half-term, with year-group themes that integrate English, Science, Geography, History, Art and Design & Technology, and a Bruneian context. The Secondary program builds on the primary curriculum with subject-specialist teachers and places a strong emphasis on Islamic values and character development. Current provision runs from Pre-Kindy (KG1) to Year 9; the academic year runs from August to July and placements align with International and UK standards.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school appoints a Head of Wellbeing and a Head of Inclusion to support student welfare and inclusive learning. The leadership and core values emphasize Islamic values and global citizenship, supporting holistic development including social and emotional skills. The Anti-Bullying Policy aims to create a safe, inclusive environment and includes strategies to address bullying, including Kelso's Choices. The Educational Visits Policy includes inclusion of SEN and ensures the same level of support on visits as during the school day, promoting social participation. The Behaviour Policy emphasises respect for self and others and positive interactions consistent with the school's values.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has a Head of Inclusion (Makayla Carty) indicating leadership for SEN and inclusion. The Educational Visits Policy states that all students, including those with SEN or other needs, will receive the same support during visits as in school. Publicly available materials do not specify which kinds of SEN the school can support or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. The inclusion leadership and policy presence suggests a structured approach to SEN, though explicit details are not provided in the available materials. The inclusion framework appears to be integrated into school life, with inclusion highlighted in policies and leadership roles.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is multilingual and offers English, Malay, and Arabic as part of its language provision. An explicit EAL program is not described in publicly available materials. The presence of a Head of Inclusion supports inclusive language learning within the schooling framework. The secondary language offerings include Arabic, French, and Spanish as second languages, indicating a breadth of language options. Language support specifics beyond the multilingual offerings are not detailed in the sources available.

Mental Wellbeing

There is a dedicated Head of Wellbeing (Hasnain Ali) on the leadership team. The school publishes safeguarding and wellbeing-focused policies to protect and support students. The About Us section describes a holistic approach to development, including spiritual, emotional, physical and intellectual faculties. The Secondary curriculum includes a Wellbeing Curriculum, reflecting formal Wellbeing provision. Overall, wellbeing is supported through leadership roles and formal welfare policies.

Safeguarding

The school publishes a Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy outlining aims, scope, reporting procedures and safeguarding contacts. A Designated Safeguarding Lead and named safeguarding contacts are provided for reporting concerns. The Safer Recruitment Policy sets out recruitment practices to safeguard children, including police checks and safeguarding-focused screening. The safeguarding framework requires staff training and adherence to procedures for handling concerns. The school's safeguarding framework is designed to ensure a safe and secure learning environment.

Admissions

Scholarships

No scholarship program is listed on the admissions or fees pages.

Waitlist

The school publishes rolling admissions, accepting applications throughout the year and admitting students at any time. There is no published waitlist or pool system.

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