The Asian School
Secular, Founded 1983
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
CBSE (India)Languages
English
Hindi
Arabic
FrenchThe Asian School is a privately owned, secular, co-educational institution in Bahrain that provides a CBSE-affiliated education for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. It is recognized as a '2-GOOD' school by the Bahrain Education & Training Quality Authority.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school aims to cultivate responsible, productive, and engaged global citizens by integrating traditional education with modern technology. Its mission focuses on holistic development—addressing spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs—while fostering inquiry, compassion, and integrity. The school motto, 'Lead Kindly Light,' reflects its commitment to the pursuit and dissemination of knowledge.
Programmes
The school follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum. Kindergarten utilizes a play-way method, while Primary (Grades 1-5) and Middle School (Grades 6-8) focus on inquiry-based learning across subjects including languages, mathematics, sciences, and computer science. High School (Grades 9-10) prepares students for the All India Secondary School Examination (AISSE). Senior Secondary (Grades 11-12) offers Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams, preparing students for the All India Senior School Certificate Examination (AISSCE). Islamic Studies is mandatory for Muslim students, while others take Value Education or Moral Science.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs dedicated counselors to provide guidance on cognitive, personal, and behavioral matters, as well as career advice. Counseling services are housed in a separate administrative block to ensure student privacy and accessibility.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does The Asian School offer?
- The Asian School offers CBSE (India).
- How much is tuition at The Asian School?
- Annual tuition at The Asian School is BD 435–BD 825. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Is The Asian School a day or boarding school?
- The Asian School is a day school.
- Is The Asian School co-educational?
- The Asian School is a co-ed school.
- Where is The Asian School located?
- The Asian School is an international school in Al Muharraq, Bahrain.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| LKG | 3–4 | BD 435 |
| HKG | 4–5 | BD 435 |
| Grade 1 | 5–6 | BD 435 |
| Grade 2 | 6–7 | BD 435 |
| Grade 3 | 7–8 | BD 435 |
| Grade 4 | 8–9 | BD 435 |
| Grade 5 | 9–10 | BD 435 |
| Grade 6 | 10–11 | BD 435 |
| Grade 7 | 11–12 | BD 435 |
| Grade 8 | 12–13 | BD 435 |
| Grade 9 | 13–14 | BD 435 |
| Grade 10 | 14–15 | BD 435 |
| Grade 11 | 15–16 | BD 825 |
| Grade 12 | 16–17 | BD 825 |
Source:PDFSenior_Secondary_Syllabus_for_AY_2026-27.pdfPDFOnline-Application-Process-for-Sibling-Admissions.pdfPDFOnline-Application-Process-for-General-Admissions.pdfPDFPublic-Disclosure.pdf
Other fees(5)
| Registration fee· Payable once at the time of admission only. Not applicable to Grade 10 students of The Asian School who join Grade 11. | BD 48 |
|---|---|
| Enrolment fee· Annual Fee: BD 18 (LKG to Grade 6), BD 36 (Grades 7 & 8), BD 48 (Grades 9 & 10), BD 75 (Grades 11 & 12). Payable once at the beginning of every academic year. Not applicable to Grade 10 students of The Asian School who join Grade 11. | — |
| Deposit· Interest-free refundable deposit paid at the time of admission. Refunded when the child leaves the school after clearing all outstanding dues. | BD 30 |
| Bus / transportmonthly· Payable monthly if school transport facility is availed (for 10 months). | BD 18 |
| Materialsmonthly· Optional Computer Science fee. | BD 5 |
Admissions
Admission is open to students residing in the Kingdom of Bahrain with a valid CPR number. The process involves collecting a prospectus, submitting an application, and participating in an assessment or interview. For Kindergarten, this includes an informal interactive assessment, while applicants for Grade 1 and above must complete an admission test and interview. Admission to Grade 11 is provisional, contingent upon Grade 10 CBSE Board Examination results.
Calendar
The academic year is divided into three terms: the first term runs from April to June, the second from September to December, and the third from January to March.
Facilities
About the campus
The school is located on a 10.75-acre campus in Tubli, featuring 140 air-conditioned, smart-enabled classrooms. Facilities include a library with over 11,000 volumes, four computer labs, and state-of-the-art science laboratories. Sports and assembly infrastructure includes a regulation-size football ground, basketball and tennis courts, and the 2,000 sqm Dr. Abdul Kalam Memorial Auditorium, which seats 2,500 people. Additionally, the campus provides an open-air auditorium, two medical clinics, two canteens, and dedicated counseling rooms.
Mrs. Elizabeth JosephChairpersonMrs. Elizabeth Joseph has over 40 years of experience in teaching and administration, beginning as a nursery teacher in Kerala. She served as the school's Vice-Principal from its inception until 2009, Principal until 2012, and subsequently moved into the role of Director before becoming Chairperson. Her focus is on pursuing global standards to nurture holistic individuals through a student-centric environment.
Ms. Lovy JosephDirectorMs. Lovy Joseph holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, a Bachelor's degree in Education, and a Master of Arts in Education. She was actively involved in school operations for over a decade before officially joining in 2013 and has a vision rooted in innovation, adaptability, and open communication.
Mr. Timmy JosephDirectorMr. Timmy Joseph is an entrepreneur with extensive experience in real estate, property development, and investment. He is a co-founder of KL 13 Ventures Pvt. Ltd and brings a systematic, innovative, and empathetic approach to his leadership role at the school.
Mr. Vinod BabuDirectorMr. Vinod Babu holds a B.Tech in Computer Science and an MBA from Hult International Business School. Before joining the school, he worked in the IT and hospitality sectors; he played a key role in managing the school's move to its current campus and has implemented various digital systems and processes.
Mr. Gigi SebastianAdmin Director
Mr. Job ThomasFinance Controller
Mr. Jojo JohnOperations Manager