Bahrain Education Awards hosted by Gulf Insider, returned for its second year to recognize and celebrate the innovative efforts of Bahrain’s educational institutions. 18 schools and universities were honoured for their unique contributions to enhancing the educational experiences of students across the Kingdom.

The awards ceremony took place on 12th November at The ART Hotel & Resort, where education leaders, industry experts, partners, and special invitees gathered to recognize educational excellence.

Joining forces with Gulf Insider for the Bahrain Education Awards 2024 were Batelco (Strategic Partner), Porsche Centre Bahrain (Innovation Partner) and House of Uniforms (Community Partner), underscoring a shared commitment to recognizing innovation and educational excellence in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Speaking at the event, Nick Cooksey, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Gulf Insider, said, “We are thrilled to celebrate the second edition of the Bahrain Education Awards, honouring some of the most remarkable innovations in the Kingdom’s education sector. These institutions have shown incredible resilience and creativity in enhancing student experiences. Knowledge is power; we look forward to sharing these innovations and insights with the entire community through our upcoming special education issue.”

Abdulla Danesh, General Manager of Batelco Enterprise, said, “Batelco is excited to partner with Gulf Insider for the Bahrain Education Awards 2024. Batelco places significant emphasis on the education sector, recognizing it as a key focus of our corporate strategy. We’ve been committed to advancing educational opportunities in Bahrain, from supporting scholarships to collaborating on transformative programmes. Additionally, we offer a range of products and services designed to promote the effective use of technology in education such as ‘Connected School Solution’ and ‘Smart Classroom Solution’.”

“The Bahrain Education Awards is a meaningful way for us to honour the remarkable educators and institutions that are making a real difference, inspiring excellence and opportunity for future generations,” he added.

The event highlighted several initiatives that demonstrated the power of transformative thinking in education. Participating schools and universities were asked to present their innovation briefs, implementation processes, challenges faced, impact assessments, and lessons learned.

The submissions showcased a wide array of initiatives, including ethical AI use, sustainable practices, global experience exposure, local issue awareness, support for special education needs, and a commitment to mental health and well-being.

The recognition of these 18 pioneering institutions reinforces the Bahrain Education Awards’ mission to promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in education. Gulf Insider looks forward to sharing these insights and inspiring future educational advancements in its upcoming special education issue, which will feature detailed accounts of the award-winning initiatives.

Launched by Gulf Insider in 2022, the Bahrain Education Awards highlights groundbreaking educational innovations in schools and universities across Bahrain. The awards aim to celebrate resilience, creativity, and impact, and foster a community of continuous learning and development in the education sector.

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