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Naseem International School

Founded 1982

Updated July 2026

Co-edGender

Languages

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Naseem International School is a dual-language, co-educational IB World School serving students from Nursery to Grade 12 in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It is the only school in the country to offer all four International Baccalaureate programmes: the PYP, MYP, DP, and CP.

Teaching approach

The school is dedicated to cultivating lifelong learners with a global perspective, nurturing compassionate leaders, and inspiring critical thinkers. It aims to unleash curiosity through hands-on learning, ignite creativity, and empower students to find their unique voices. The educational approach is intentionally diverse and inclusive, fostering international-mindedness and adaptability.

Programmes

The school offers the full IB World Continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-11, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 12-18, the Diploma Programme (DP), and the Career-related Programme (CP). The CP is a specialized, career-focused pathway in Business and Art & Design that integrates BTEC Level 3 Diplomas with IB core subjects. The curriculum is dual-language and rooted in conceptual and contextual teaching, with the MYP culminating in a Personal Project in Grade 10 and the DP featuring the core components of the Extended Essay, CAS, and Theory of Knowledge.

Outcomes

Naseem International School is the first K-12 recipient of NEASC accreditation in Bahrain and holds an "OUTSTANDING" rating from the Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA). Graduates receive the Naseem High School Diploma, which is recognized by the Bahrain Ministry of Education as equivalent to the national secondary diploma. Students also have the opportunity to earn IB Diploma Programme certificates or the IB Career-related Programme certificate combined with a BTEC Level 3 Diploma.

Student support

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Learning support

The school employs dedicated staff for learning support, including specialists for Arabic as a second language and English learning support. Additionally, the school provides 1:1 college counseling to assist students in their future planning.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What curriculum does Naseem International School offer?
Naseem International School offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
What accreditations does Naseem International School hold?
Naseem International School holds accreditations including IB, CIS, Middle States Association and NEASC.
Is Naseem International School co-educational?
Naseem International School is a co-ed school.
Where is Naseem International School located?
Naseem International School is an international school in Al Muharraq, Bahrain.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

The school follows a continuous admission policy, though new students are generally not admitted after the April holiday unless transferring from outside the Kingdom of Bahrain. The process involves an online or in-person application, a school tour, and a placement test. Required documentation includes identification (CPR and passport), birth certificates, immunization records, and three years of previous school reports, which must be officially stamped if the student is transferring from abroad. Admission is subject to the regulations of the school's Advisory Board and the Bahraini Ministry of Education.

Calendar

The school provides academic calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. The school operates from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Facilities

Sports fieldLibraryArt roomTheatre / auditoriumScience labsDesign & technology workshopGymnasiumPlaygroundDining hall

About the campus

The campus is a spacious, three-block u-shaped complex featuring 56 air-conditioned classrooms, science laboratories, IT labs, a design technology workshop, an auditorium, and libraries. Specialized facilities include an art gallery, two art studios, a cultural theater, a STEAM makerspace for younger students, and two media centers. Sports facilities include a gymnasium, basketball and volleyball courts, a running track, and an enclosed outdoor soccer field. The campus is fully wheelchair accessible and provides wireless internet access to support the use of student Chromebooks.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a variety of enrichment activities, including boys' and girls' athletics, Model United Nations (MUN), and theater and fine arts programs. Students also have access to music experiences and innovation labs.

  • Mrs. Sameera A. J. Al-Kooheji
    Mrs. Sameera A. J. Al-KoohejiFounding President
  • Mrs. Amina Al Murbati
    Mrs. Amina Al MurbatiVice President
  • Mr. Isa Al Merbati
    Mr. Isa Al MerbatiManaging Director
  • Mr. Yousef Al Merbati
    Mr. Yousef Al MerbatiDirector of Finance
  • Mr. Fuad Prins
    Mr. Fuad PrinsHead of School
  • Mr. Ayman Abuathyah
    Mr. Ayman AbuathyahAsst. Head of School
  • Ms. Antoinette Pienaar
    Ms. Antoinette PienaarKG/ES Principal