Capital School Bahrain is a British Curriculum / EYFS / Cambridge IGCSE / A-Levels school in Bu Quwah, Bahrain. Annual tuition ranges from $5,830 to $11,660 USD.
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About
Capital School Bahrain is a co-educational day school located in Bu Quwah, Manama, offering a through-school education from Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 13 for students aged 3 to 18. The school follows the English National Curriculum with Bahrain Ministry of Education adaptations, leading to IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, and is accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO). With approximately 1,200 students from around 40 nationalities, the school provides inclusive education through a Learning Support Team, a four-house system, and a PSHE programme supporting student wellbeing.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| FS1 | BHD 6,122 |
| FS2 | BHD 6,122 |
| Year 1 | BHD 6,122 |
| Year 2 | BHD 6,678 |
| Year 3 | BHD 6,678 |
| Year 4 | BHD 6,678 |
| Year 5 | BHD 7,235 |
| Year 6 | BHD 7,235 |
| Year 7 | BHD 7,235 |
| Year 8 | BHD 7,791 |
| Year 9 | BHD 8,348 |
| Nursery | BHD 5,830 |
| Year 10 | BHD 8,348 |
| Year 11 | BHD 10,070 |
| Year 12 | BHD 11,130 |
| Year 13 | BHD 11,660 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: BHD 2,200 - 4,400. Application fee: $133.
Admissions Process
- 1Registration: Complete the online admission form and submit required documents including child's passport, CPR card, parents' passports and CPR cards, immunisation record, passport photo, most recent school report, and transfer certificate if available. 2. Assessment: All applicants are assessed for academic placement. Foundation Stage children are observed for readiness, language development and social behaviour. 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 BHD 50 is payable when shortlisted. 3. Enrolment: Successful applicants sign the Parent-School Agreement, pay a non-refundable Registration Fee of BHD 100, and a refundable Security Deposit of BHD 200. 4. Admission: New students are welcomed and introduced to their class teacher, classmates and pastoral team, with the first term serving as a settling period.
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School Day
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; Year 7 and above runs 7:30–14:45.
Student Life
The school uses a four-house system named Buckingham, Windsor, Kensington and Westminster. The house system promotes team spirit and cooperation, with house activities and competitions intended to encourage students to give their best.
Uniforms are available for purchase at a uniform showroom located at Capital School Secondary Building. Standard items include P.E. Shorts, P.E. T-Shirt, P.E. Track Pant, and P.E. Sports Jacket.
Capital School Bahrain operates an on-site canteen. The school's daily schedule includes a snack break in the Early Years.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
PSHE is included for all students to support social and emotional learning. Wellbeing is prioritised alongside academic rigour. Natasha Allen, Assistant Principal across Primary School, leads Pastoral Care and Inclusion. The house system fosters teamwork and belonging, and enrichment programmes build confidence and real-world skills.
Capital School Bahrain aligns with safeguarding standards required by British Schools Overseas inspectorates. The school operates strict policies and procedures to safeguard health, safety and welfare at all times. Senior leadership includes a Safeguarding, Behaviour and Attitudes Lead, and Pastoral Care and Inclusion is a defined leadership role.
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School Background
Capital School WLL (private limited company)