Description

AMA International School is a school that has a fully chairman– equipped study environment with competent staff and teachers who are committed to nurture, encourage and inspire young minds ages 3 – 18. It started its operations in September, 2004. It is recognized by the Ministry of Education, Kingdom of Bahrain and is accepted regionally and internationally.

The school started offering Preschool (Nursery, Kindergarten 1, Kindergarten 2), 1st Grade to 6th Grade totalling 130 students in school year 2004 - 2005. 7th Grade to 9th Grade was offered during the school year 2005 – 2006. 10th to 12th grades were then offered one after another every school year and in June 17, 2009, the first graduation ceremony was held. Thirty (30) 12th Grade students composed the first batch of graduates.

The American curriculum adopted by the school is based on American standards of achievement in all subject areas, supported by a huge range of co-curricular activities that ensure students have the opportunity to develop fully as individuals. It includes enquiry-based, hands-on teaching methods and learning strategies geared to individualized instruction.The school’s affiliation to Great Explorations in Mathematics and Science (GEMS) program of the Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, in Berkeley, USA enhanced the curriculum offered in Mathematics and Science subject from Grades 4-12. In addition to GEMS, in the SY 2010-2011, the integration of Robotics as part of the curriculum was also made in IT, Mathematics and Science subjects. These and among other good things aid the schools performance. The school also adopt the Bahraini curriculum as prescribed by the Ministry of Education for private schools offering the subjects Islamic Studies, Arabic Language, Bahrain History and Bahrain Government and Citizenship.

English is the medium of instructions except for Arabic Language, Islamic Studies and Bahrain Government & Citizenship. International students take French Language as a second language of study. Computer Literacy is also a strength of the school. Both Arabic and Computer Literacy are offered in all levels from Nursery to 12th Grade together with the basic subjects. Middle and High School students have elective subjects which would help them gain further preparation for the university.

In order to develop informed, thinking and disciplined individuals capable of participating fully in their respective national settings and globally, AMA International School-Bahrain aims to establish an environment which promotes the highest possible standards of education, promote skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for life-long development of a total person, prepare students to adapt and adjust to the complexities and challenges of an increasingly interdependent and constantly changing world and foster awareness of rights, duties and responsibilities of citizenship, as well as respect for other cultures and nationalities.

AMAISB will be a recognized provider of quality education to develop innovative and responsible citizen. AMAISB is a private international school committed to providing relevant knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to embrace the challenges of the dynamic world.

The AMA International School follows an American curriculum from Nursery through High School. The Pre-School, Primary, Middle School and High School curriculum is enhanced by the world-renowned Great Explorations in Mathematics and Science (GEMS) program of the Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley. The AMA International School is recognized by the Bahrain Ministry of Education and is accepted regionally and internationally.

AMA International School admission, registration and placement of students policy takes into account the obligations as defined by the Bahrain Ministry of Education. It sets out the order of priority for the admission of students if there are more requests than places available.

Education should be accessible and all community members should be able to benefit from high-quality education. AMA International School operates a fair and transparent admissions process, with applicants to the school being accepted without selection based upon academic achievement or potential, ethnicity, religion, gender or any other possible form of discrimination. AMAIS adheres to age appropriate admissions according to the Bahrain Ministry of Education regulations. All required documentation must be received before the child is accepted.

Bahraini children will not be placed on any waiting list and they will be given priority over all other applicants when the school is over-subscribed. Bahraini students are welcomed and encouraged to apply. Additional effort is made to ensure they are fully able to access the curriculum and benefit from the welcoming and, supportive ethos of the school which results from its core values.

Learning Support Program

Education at AMA International School provides equality of opportunity and balanced outcomes for all students. Children with learning difficulties are properly integrated within the education system with the benefit of support programs and infrastructure that guarantees fair access.

School Readiness Assessment

At the admissions stage, children are assessed on their readiness for AMA International School. We expect that a sizeable amount of children will speak English as an additional language (EAL) and the school readiness assessment will identify a child’s English language proficiency, in addition to their disposition to interact with adults, other children and the environment around them.

Admission Requirements

A student seeking admission to a particular class must have passed the final examinations of the lower class immediately preceding the class to which admission is sought. A certificate to this effect obtained from the school last attended is to be submitted along with the duly filled in form of application.

The following documents are to be produced at the time of admission:

1. Application form (all details must be completed)

2. Passport (2 copies)

3. CPR (3 Copies)

4. Photos (4 Passport Size)

5. Birth Certificate ( 4 Copies)

6. Vaccination Records (2 Copies)

7. Report Card (Previous school and grade completed)

8. Letter of Conduct

9. Leaving Certificate

10. Transfer Letter from Ministry of Education, Private Directorate

11. Passing of Entrance Exam

Important:

ABROAD STUDENT CERTIFICATE SHOULD BE AUTHENTICATED FROM THE COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

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