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Al Wisam School has 1,200 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Al Wisam School is located in Budaiya, Kingdom of Bahrain. The campus address is Building 81, Road 54, Block 475, Budaiya. For visits or inquiries, contact details are provided by the school. The Bahrain Ministry of Education directory lists Al Wisam School among private educational institutions in Bahrain.
Stages
The school is structured into Primary School, Middle School, and High School. High School comprises two phases: Upper Secondary (Years 10–11) with the IGCSE program, and Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offering AS and A Levels.
Type
Al Wisam School is an independent, co-educational private school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Around 40 nationalities are represented at the school. The most common nationality is not specified, and the local-to-international student ratio is not published.
Additional learning support
No explicit SEN (Additional Learning Needs) provisions are published on the public pages. The school emphasizes a bilingual, inclusive environment with a diverse student body.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation: Bahrain. The school operates as a Bahraini private international school with Cambridge/Edexcel qualifications.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation: none is listed publicly by the school.
School day structure
School days start at 07:15. Primary Year 2–3 finish at 13:00; Primary Year 4–6 finish at 13:20. Middle School and High School (Years 7–13) finish at 13:50. The schedule includes homeroom time and multiple teaching periods with built‑in recesses.
Bus service
Public information about a school bus service is not published on the school's pages. For transport options, contact the admissions or transport inquiries channel; the Visit Us page provides the address and contact details to start arrangements.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Al Wisam School ranges from BHD 90 to BHD 3,200 for 2026/27.
Application and registration fees
- A non-refundable application fee is required when submitting the application. - Registration (one-time on acceptance): BD 75 for Year 2 to Year 9; BD 150 for Year 10 to Year 13.
Tuition fees — Primary School (Year 2 to Year 6)
- Year 2: Annual tuition BD 1,024. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 562; 2nd term BD 308; 3rd term BD 154. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment amount shown BD 11.5. Registration (one-time) BD 75. - Year 3: Annual tuition BD 1,065. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 587; 2nd term BD 318; 3rd term BD 160. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 4: Annual tuition BD 1,118. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 615; 2nd term BD 335; 3rd term BD 168. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 5: Annual tuition BD 1,157. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 636; 2nd term BD 347; 3rd term BD 174. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 6: Annual tuition BD 1,198. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 659; 2nd term BD 359; 3rd term BD 180. Book fee BD 115. Monthly instalment BD 11.5. Registration BD 75.
Tuition fees — Middle School (Year 7 to Year 9)
- Year 7: Annual tuition BD 1,596. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 878; 2nd term BD 478; 3rd term BD 240. Book fee BD 145. Monthly instalment BD 14.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 8: Annual tuition BD 1,796. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 988; 2nd term BD 538; 3rd term BD 270. Book fee BD 145. Monthly instalment BD 14.5. Registration BD 75. - Year 9: Annual tuition BD 1,997. Term breakdown: 1st term BD 1,099; 2nd term BD 599; 3rd term BD 299. Book fee BD 145. Monthly instalment BD 14.5. Registration BD 75.
Tuition fees — High School (Year 10 to Year 13)
- Years 10–13: Annual tuition BD 3,000 each year. Term breakdown for each year: 1st term BD 1,800; 2nd term BD 800; 3rd term BD 400. Book fee BD 195 per year. Monthly instalment BD 19.5. Registration (one-time) BD 150.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The annual tuition is split into three term instalments. The first-term instalment is payable immediately after registration and on or before 24 August at the start of the academic year. The second-term instalment is payable on or before 24 November. The third-term instalment is payable on or before 24 March. - Registration and book fees are due at the time of acceptance/registration as part of completing enrolment.
Sibling discounts
- First (eldest) child: no discount; full tuition applies. - Second younger child: 10% discount on tuition fees. - Third younger child and subsequent siblings: 15% discount on tuition fees.
Book fees, uniforms and other recurring costs
- Book fees are charged per year group as listed above (Primary BD 115; Middle BD 145; High BD 195). These are separate from tuition and registration. - School uniform must be purchased separately; uniform suppliers and purchasing locations are specified but uniform prices are not published in the fee schedule. Uniforms are available through approved local suppliers. - Incidental or additional charges (for assessments, stationery, trips or exam fees) may be invoiced as required; specific amounts for such items are not published in the standard fees table.
Boarding
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for Al Wisam School. All published fees relate to day-school tuition and associated charges.
Refund information and terms
- All payments are stated as non-refundable and non-transferable. This applies to tuition and other published fees.
Fee payment options and practical arrangements
- Specific accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, direct debit or online portals) are not detailed in the published fees pages. Payment arrangements and methods are handled by the Accounts office; contact Accounts for the available payment options and to request invoicing details. Accounts contact details are published for fee and billing inquiries.
Academics
Al Wisam School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Al Wisam School operates in three stages: Primary School, Middle School (Year 7–9), and High School, which comprises Upper Secondary (Years 10–11, IGCSE) and Sixth Form (Years 12–13, AS/AL). In the Primary School, the curriculum covers language development, mathematics, science, drama, and includes German language learning from Year 2. The Middle School (Year 7–9) offers subjects across Arabic, Arabic Islamic Studies, Arabic Second Language, Arabic Social Studies / Citizenship, Art, Drama, English, German, ICT, Mathematics, Physical Education, Science, and Life Skills. In High School, most subjects follow Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) syllabi for IGCSE, with Mathematics using Edexcel; IGCSE typically involves 5–7 subjects in Years 10–11, with exams in June of Year 11, and progression to AS/AL courses in Years 12–13. AS/AL options include Accounting, Advanced Mathematics, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, Arabic/Arabic Islamic Studies, German, ICT, and more, with entry requirements and potential scholarships for high achievers.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Learn about the school and its community. The school has existed for over 20 years and hosts around 40 nationalities, creating a diverse learning environment. This diversity supports a global perspective in classrooms. For more information, contact the Admissions office at the school.
Step 2: Submit the application forms to the Admissions office with a non-refundable application fee and copies of the required documents. The required documents include three passport-sized photographs, the student's CPR and Smart Card report, the student's passport, and the student's resident permit (for non-Bahrainis). It also includes the birth certificate, immunizations and medical record, the parents' CPR and Smart Card reports, the parents' CV with certificates, the electricity bill, and the student's previous school reports for the past three years (including CPA and Cumulative Percentage for High School), as well as certificates of good conduct and the Leaving Certificate from the previous school.
Step 3: Evaluation and acceptance follow submission. Admission test dates are set after the completed documents are received. Parents are notified of the test slate via SMS and the test results after 10 days via SMS. After acceptance, registration is completed by signing the acceptance letter and paying the registration, books fees, and other fees within one week.
Step 4: Filling out the application form does not guarantee acceptance. Offers are contingent on test results and space availability. The school reserves the right to grant or decline a place based on evaluation and capacity.
Step 5: For more information, contact the school. Email: [email protected], Telephone: +973 17699595, Extension numbers 644 and 645.
Step 6: To arrange a visit, email [email protected] with a preferred date and time to discuss the programme and admissions process.
Scholarships
Scholarships recognize outstanding performance in external examinations. The program focuses on Year 11 IGCSE results and Year 13 AS/A Level results.
Year 12: Students who have achieved the following grades in external examinations (IGCSEs in Year 11, in 4 or more subjects) are considered: for each 9 attained in IGCSEs, 10%; for each 8 attained, 5%; for each 7 attained, 3%; for each 6 attained, 1%.
Year 13: Students who have achieved the following grades in external examinations (AS/A Levels): 3 A's = 25%, 2 A's = 10%, 1 A = 5%.
The scholarship program aims to reward high achievement in external examinations and to support talented learners on their educational journey.
