Ria Institute Bahrain
Founded 1999
Updated July 2026
The RIA Institute is an inclusive educational center in the Kingdom of Bahrain that caters to both mainstream learners and students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Established in 1999, the institute provides year-round education and nursery services alongside a "mini" respite service.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The institute operates under the mission statement of "Education for All," aiming to promote community awareness and integration for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. It focuses on creating a safe, caring, and loving environment where children can develop their personal well-being through play and structured learning.
Programmes
The institute offers pre-school, nursery, and after-school club programmes, teaching in both English and Arabic. The nursery curriculum, delivered through Kids Castle Nursery, is based on the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Outcomes
The institute has been voted "OUTSTANDING" by its local education authority. It reports high satisfaction rates, citing that 100% of its children and 96% of its parents are happy with its services.
Student support
Learning support
Specializing in Special Educational Needs (SEN), the institute was originally founded to support students with Autism who require specialized communication and learning assistance. It provides tailored support and a "mini" respite service for children with physical and intellectual disabilities to ensure they are not excluded from the educational system.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Ria Institute Bahrain offer?
- Ria Institute Bahrain offers British EYFS.
- Is Ria Institute Bahrain a day or boarding school?
- Ria Institute Bahrain is a day school.
- Where is Ria Institute Bahrain located?
- Ria Institute Bahrain is an international school in Al Muharraq, Bahrain.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Admissions and general inquiries are managed by the Student Director and the Admin and HR department. Prospective families can submit registration enquiries and documents through the institute's online portal or contact the administration directly.
Calendar
The institute provides a year-round educational and "mini" respite service. Regular office hours run from Sunday to Thursday between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm, with additional hours on Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 11:30 am.
About the campus
The campus features a purpose-built room designed specifically for younger children. The institute operates from facilities located in Bahrain, with addresses listed in both Adliya and Umm Al Hassam.
Co-curriculars
The institute offers an After School Club as part of its extended services for students. It also provides a year-round "mini" respite service to support families.
- Dr. Emad Al AttarCo-founder
Co-founder of the institute, established in 1999 alongside his wife to provide education for children with autism and other needs.
- Christine GordonStudent Director
Co-founder of the institute and currently serves as the Student Director. She established the school in 1999 with her husband to create a safe and inclusive educational environment.
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British EYFS