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OUR MISSION

Outstanding Academic Attainment Headline Data The British School of Bahrain - A2 results 2016  % A* A* to A A* to B A* to C A* to D A* to E Average UCAS points per subject 2016 22 43.1 62.4 79.8 92.7 100 2015 5 25.4 44.3 71.3 85.2 98.4 87 2014 14.3 42.9 69.1 84.9 93.6 99.2 96 2013 7 27 59 98 95 2012 10 32 66 84 Excellence

Outstanding Academic Attainment UK Comparison The British School of Bahrain - A2 results 2016  % A* A* to A A* to B A* to C A* to D A* to E Average UCAS points per subject BSB 22 43.1 62.4 79.8 92.7 100 UK 8.1 25.8 77.4 98.1 Excellence

Excellence School Structure Infants Age 3 – 7 Juniors Age 7 – 11 Seniors Age 11 – 16 Sixth Form Age 16 – 18 Excellence

Excellence Curriculum Age 3 –5 Early Years Foundation Stage National Curriculum of England and Wales adapted to the local context GCE ‘A’ level, or International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, or BTEC Age 5 –16 Excellence Age 16 –18

Excellence Faculty Rigorous recruitment Fully qualified teachers with a wealth of experience Regular CPD opportunities, both internal and external Associate member of COBIS Strong collaborative approach to planning, teaching and learning Excellence

Excellence Facilities State of art classrooms Indoor swimming pool Basketball and tennis courts Astroturf football pitch Four sports halls and a running track Gallery Outdoor play areas Access to latest technology across the school Excellence

Excellence 21st Century Learning A wide range of mobile technology including robotics All students have access to Google applications through their email accounts Staff have been supported through the Google educator program Students are empowered to use technology effectively in their learning Development of infrastructure needed before introduction of BYOD Excellence

Service to the Wider Community The school plays a pivotal role in the local community culturally, socially and economically. Sports Academy Basketball Tennis Football Taekwondo Gymnastics Swimming Responsibility

Service to the Wider Community Academy of performing arts Music (Individual instruments and group sessions) Drama Dance Responsibility Learning Academy Creative academy

Contribution to Society The school instills a strong sense of social responsibility in the students Student lead charity fundraisers Community service as part of the CAS and international Award Beach clean ups Responsibility

Environmentally Friendly Eco-rangers Eco garden Green Flag award - working towards international recognition Recycled fashion parade PCA table top sale Responsibility

Responsibility Healthy Living Healthy meals are provided in the school cafeteria Regular healthy lifestyle weeks Over a hundred after school clubs at no extra charge Responsibility

Responsibility Staying Safe Right from the start, students are taught responsible behavior and the importance of making the right moral choices. Zero tolerance to bullying Regular cyber safety evenings Spearheaded buckle up Bahrain campaign Responsibility

Individuality Diversity Reflecting the essence of the diversity that is Bahrain, the multicultural make up of the school is not just about tolerance, but deep appreciation. Whilst there is a culture of global citizenship, the broad range of cultural heritage is celebrated. Individuality

Academic Individuality The variety of pathways at Sixth Form Level, IBDP (A) level or BTEC provides choice to suit the individual learning needs of each student. Individuality

Individuality Student Voice There are many leadership opportunities for students – members of parliament, sports perfects house captains, digital leaders, bi-lingual buddies, art participators. Musical and sporting achievements, in and out of school are celebrated in school assemblies. Individuality and taking risks are commended in a wide range of themed days. Individuality

Individuality Quality of Care Teachers take the time to really get to know each individual in their care. A strong pastoral system in place with parents teaching assistants from tutors counselors and Head of Year working in tandem with the academic tutors to ensure the best outcomes for each student. Open, honest communication at all level is vital-particularly between parents and teachers as they work alongside each other with the child’s best interest at heart. Individuality

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