AMA International School is a private international school that started its operations in Bahrain in 2004. In 2021, AMA International School underwent a rebranding and changed its name to Britus International School. The school runs an American curriculum offering IB and IGCSE as an additional stream for senior school. The High School students graduate with a high school diploma approved by the Ministry of Education.
Since November 2019 AMA International School has been managed by Britus Education, the school is a well-equipped campus offering students the very best learning experience. The school is currently going through a significant transformation and parents and students are fully engaged in the changes and developments.
Language of instruction
English/Arabic
Age range
3-18
Native English teachers
No
Uniform required
Yes
Allows Late or Midterm Enrollment
Yes
Transportation
Yes
Year of Establishment
2004
Student Population
1460
Alumni Population
1649
Annual Fees
Pre-school
Nursery
BD 1,616
KG1 & KG 2
BD 1,641
Primary School
Grade level 1 to 5
BD 1,702
Secondary School
Grade level 7
BD 2,160
Grade level 8
BD 2,284
Grade level 9
BD 2,451
Grade level 10 to 12
BD 3,221
Admission Requirements:
Two photocopies of student’s valid passport
Three photocopies of student’s valid CPR
Two photocopies of student’s Birth Certificate (in English or Arabic)
Four recent passport sized Photographs
Two copies of the current and previous academic year School Report
One copy of Letter of Conduct from previous school
One copy of Leaving Certificate from previous school*
Transfer Letter from previous school
A copy of the student’s Vaccination Report
One photocopy of Father’s and Mother’s passport
One photocopy of Father’s and Mother’s valid CPR
Outside Bahrain:
The Leaving Certificate (or Report Card in some circumstances) must be stamped from the country you are leaving, by the Education Directorate & Foreign Affairs
Within Bahrain:
Obtain a recommendation letter from The Ministry of Education (Private Directorate) showing the equivalency
A letter from the Examination Department, in Bahrain, who will issue equivalency
Acceptance and registration may be dependent on an entry assessment to ensure AMAIS is able to support the learning requirements of your child.
Extracurricular Activities:
Bahrain Sports Day
I CAN – Business Exhibition
Parent Evening and Enrichment Showcase
World Scholar’s Cup 2020
Bahrain National Sports Day
Bahrain National Charter
Karate
Music (Guitar)
Abacus Math
Music (Keyboard)
Ballet
Arts
Fitness
EAL – English as an Additional Language
FAL -French as an Additional Language
Basketball
Football
Parent Child Workshop – Mosaic
Higher Education Evening
Field Trip/ Clever Play
AMA Sports Day
Pre-school Trip – Al Areen
Horse Back Riding Activity
Living Wax Museum
Dreamland Carnival
Bahrain National Museum
Traditional Food Event
Mother’s Day
Science Fair
English Week Program
Sakhir Camping (Near Tree of Life)
Virtual Spring Camp-Purple Mash
Student Exchange Program – Dubai
COVID Essay Writing Competition
Purple Mash Program
IELTS Mock Test programme
Learn to Code
University Life/Opening Limitless Opportunities
Qur’an Reading Competition
ART Competition “Wish Eid Mubarak to the World”
MOOC – Massive Open Online Course
AMAzing Brains – Quiz
Bee
AMA’s Got Talent
What is the range of your virtual classes / learning?
The virtual classes cover from K to 12 for a period of 30 minutes covering all subjects.
What are the facilities available in your school? Please distinguish between Ministry mandated facilities and extra facilities.
Indoor and outdoor sports facility
Achievement and Enrichment center (extra)
Health and Safety Unit
Learning Support Unit (extra)
Mac lab (extra)
Spacious Learning Environment
Do you offer any scholarships or student discounts? If yes, please elaborate.
Sibling discounts
Royal Charity Organization (RCO) sponsored students’ discount
Staff discount
GFH scholarship plan
What coronavirus (COVID-19) initiatives have you implemented?
All ministerial COVID-19 safety regulations have been implemented. The school has sent its learning plans to the ministry for approval.
How can parents ensure that their children are safe in school?
Various communication platforms such as webinars have been offered for open communication with parents to answer any doubts they have in regards to safe return of their children to school. Detailed plans have also been shared with parents.