Description

Our Mission
Al Wisam provides British Education to enable students to be confident, responsible, respectful, independent, lifelong learners who will rise to the challenges of the modern world in a caring and safe environment.
Our Vision
Inspiring young minds to lead the future.
OUR CURRICULUM
EARLY YEARS AND PRIMARY
At AWS we are dedicated to creating a nurturing yet challenging environment for our Key Stage 1 students (aged between 5 and 7). We work hard to maintain a smooth shift from Early Years into the Primary section. Homeroom teachers follow the University of Cambridge Curriculum for literacy and numeracy. Science classes in AWS foster the spirit of scientific enquiry and are investigative in nature. We adapt the curriculum to the needs of students in Bahrain.
Our students also attend specialist classes for Music, Physical Education, Information Technology, Art and Design. Furthermore, we develop their ICT skills in well-maintained ICT labs. Students’ creativity and uniqueness are honed and developed in Art and Design.
We offer a number of extracurricular activities and field trips to inspire independence and confidence in young learners. Al Wisam School is committed to safeguarding cultural values while providing the best in Western education.
We are steadfast in our belief in polishing individual achievement and highly value the uniqueness of individuals. We offer one on one care to students and nurture their intellect and distinctiveness. Our teachers are internationally trained, exceptional and experienced educators. We also have teaching assistants in each class who provide a warm environment for young students.
PRIMARY SCHOOL is the term of four years of schooling between Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6, when the pupils are aged between 7 and 11 years.
At AWS, learners in primary school build on the skills, knowledge and understanding learnt during Key stage 1. Students develop language skills in an integrated programme of speaking, listening, reading and writing. The mathematics curriculum framework explores five content areas: number, geometry, measure, handling data and problem-solving. This curriculum focuses on principles, patterns, systems, functions and relationships so that learners can apply their mathematical knowledge and develop a holistic understanding of the subject. Young learners at AWS develop their scientific temperament. They are taught about the interdependence of organisms, sustainability of Earth and how things work. Learners are taught to relate their scientific skills, knowledge and understanding of applications of science in everyday life, including current issues.
Specialist department caters to developing music skills and precise. Children learn the intricacies of theatre in drama class. German skills are developed in the school with small nuggets of knowledge so learners are challenged and yet comfortable with the learning process.
We have an interactive, hands-on approach to learning. Learners are presented with experiences and opportunities to imbibe real-life scenarios for their education. They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. We instil in our student's strong moral values so they act with a robust sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
MIDDLE SCHOOL is the term of four years of schooling between Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6, when the pupils are aged between 7 and 11 years.
The English department at AWS enables learners to communicate confidently and effectively and to develop the skills to respond to a range of information, media and texts with understanding and enjoyment. Learners who follow this framework will develop a first language competency in English based on a curriculum designed to be successful in any culture and to promote cross-cultural understanding.
In mathematics, the curriculum framework explores six content areas: number, algebra, geometry, measure, handling data and problem-solving. The first five content areas are all underpinned by problem-solving, which provides a structure for the application of mathematical skills. Mental strategies are also an important part of the number content. We believe that students must develop and learn the principles, patterns, systems, functions and relationships so that learners apply their mathematical knowledge and develop a holistic understanding of the subject
Science classes and Science curriculum focus on four content areas: scientific enquiry, biology, chemistry and physics. Scientific enquiry is about considering ideas, evaluating evidence, planning investigative work, and recording and analysing data. The scientific enquiry objectives underpin biology, chemistry and physics, which are focused on developing confidence and interest in scientific knowledge. Environmental awareness and some history of science are also part of the curriculum.
We seek to have learners that exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems and make reasoned ethical decisions. We offer a broad range of extracurricular activities, and these help our learners to explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines
HIGH SCHOOL
High School is divided into Upper Secondary(IGCSE) and Sixth form. Upper Secondary is the term for the two years of school education which incorporate IGCSEs, normally known as Year 10 and Year 11 when pupils are aged between 14 and 16.
An IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) is the international version of the Briish GCSE. The IGCSE is the world’s most commonly taken international examination.
We follow the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) syllabi in English, Arabic, ICT, Business Studies and all the Sciences. We offer Mathematics through the Edexcel curriculum.
Our students usually take between 5 to 7 subjects for IGCSE and have some choice over which subjects they study. We usually have an orientation meeting at the end of year 9 or beginning of year 10 to explain the IGCSE. The IGCSE is a two-year course taken during Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11), usually with the examination in June at the end of Year 11. Please note that once the choice is made, students will remain in that stream until the end of Year 11. At that point, students will sit for IGCSE external exams and can choose up to 7 subjects.
Examination results are announced by CAIE/Edexcel in mid-August before the start of the next academic year. Examinations are graded A* to G or from 9-1 depending on the subject. Students need to achieve at least 3 grades A* to C for entry to A Level courses. We usually expect students to achieve at least a grade C in those subjects they are hoping to study at A Level. Parents are free to come and discuss with school authority any questions they may have about the Year 10 options with prior appointment.
Students achieving 5A*s may receive up to 75 per cent scholarship from the school board (subject to board regulations)
Admission Process
Before any Registration Procedure can take place, the following needs to be completed:
1. Application Forms must be completed and returned to Admission office, along with a non-refundable application fee and COPIES of the following documents:

• Three (4) passport sized photographs
• Student's CPR and the Smart Card report (CPR reader)
• Student's Passport
• Student's Resident Permit (for non-Bahrainis only)
• Student's Birth Certificate
• Student's immunizations and medical record
• Parents' CPR and Smart Card report (CPR reader)
• Parents' CV (curriculum vitae) along with the certificates.
• F.WA (electricity bill)
• Previous School Reports for the put three (3) years (including CPA and Cumulative Percentage for High School).
• Certificates of good conduct from previous school.
• Leaving Certificate from the previous school.
• Equivalency letter from Ministry of Education (for those who are coming from outside of Bahrain only)

2. Evaluation and Acceptance:

• Admission test dates will be set alter the submission of all the completed documents.
• Parents will be notified with the test slate through SMS.
• Parents will be notified with the test result after 10 days through SMS.
• Parents are advised to complete the registration by signing the acceptance letter and paying the registration, books fees, and other fees within one week of the acceptance. Failing to do so will be considered as declining the acceptance and the offer of place will be cancelled.

3. Filling out the Application Form does not mean the applicant is accepted.

SCHOOL FEES

Early Years

Primary School

Middle School

High School

Registration Fees (One Time Only):
From Nursery To Year 9 ( BD75 ), From Year 10 To Year 13 ( BD 150 )
Sibling Discount:
First eldest child (full tuition), second younger child (10 % discount), third younger child and more (15 % discount).
Terms And Conditions:

• 1st payment should be paid immediately after registration on or before 24ᵗʰ August 2020.
• 2nd payment fees should be paid on or before 24ᵗʰ of November 2020.
• 3rd payment fees should be paid on or before 24ᵗʰ of March 2021.
• Subject to the approval from Ministry of Education, School fees will be upgraded.
• All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Uniform Description
From Reception to Year 6
We have designed and developed very easy to wear and maintain Polo T- Shirts which are best suited for an active lifestyle and aligned with the ever evolving and dynamic educational environments.
From Year 7 to Year 9
The uniform is a more dressed up yet relaxed look with an easy to spot change in grade levels, a feel good sky blue has been paired with plaid trousers to render a unique look for our school as we believe our kids deserve the best.
From Year 10 to Year 12
A look and feel which quintessentially has the ideals of an Ivy League ensemble. This particular grade level has been designed with a tailored trouser and a tie for our students to get ready for the professional and competitive environments they are being groomed for.
The sports kit
It has been developed by incorporating the state of the art technology we have today in active wear like Quick dry fibers which have properties like wicking and anti-perspiration in-built, colours were picked very carefully which radiate energy and enforce practicality in everyday school life.
UNIFORM DO & DON'TS
Al Wisam School has a diverse blend of students from different parts of the world. However, we follow the modest and modern sense of Bahrain when it comes to dressing code.

• Shoes must be worn with a pair of ankle length socks.
• Students are expected to be tidy and clean at all times.
• PE clothes cannot be worn on a normal school day.
• No make-up is allowed at any time during the school day.
• No jewellery or accessories are allowed.
• No leggings or jeggings are allowed instead of PE loose pants.
• No nail polish or long nails are allowed.
• No loose hair is allowed for females.