مدرسة الرجاء
Strong students.
Strong community.
Since 1899, Al Raja has brought students together in a learning community shaped by curiosity, respect and care. We value every student regardless of background, race, religion or ethnicity, and we teach them to become strong global citizens.
In the heart of Manama
1899the year Al Raja opened as a mission school
KG 1–12one school for every stage of learning
2curriculum pathways, taught side by side
8Advanced Placement courses
Al Raja School, Block 306, Manama
Where will your child start?
KG 1 – Grade 2
Lower Elementary
Play-based learning across centers, taught mainly in Arabic with English literacy.
Grades 3 – 5
Upper Elementary
English becomes the main language of instruction, alongside Arabic and Islamic Studies.
Grades 6 – 12
Middle & High School
Academic preparation, student leadership and optional AP courses.
What students learn
Students learn through a Ministry of Education curriculum and an American-based curriculum, with optional AP courses in the upper grades.
Ministry of Education
Taught in line with Bahrain’s Ministry of Education.
Arabic
Islamic Religion
Social Studies
Citizenship
Physical Education
American-based
An American-based curriculum, taught mainly in English from Grade 3.
English
Mathematics
Science
Technology
Art
Advanced Placement
Optional courses assessed by the College Board.
Chemistry
Biology
Calculus
Microeconomics
Computer Science
Cybersecurity
Literature
Physics
Why families choose Al Raja
Bilingual from the start
Arabic leads in the early years alongside English literacy. From Grade 3, English becomes the main language of instruction while Arabic and Islamic Studies stay central.
Learning through inquiry
Elementary students take on inquiry projects, STEAM, drama, public speaking, coding and field trips.
Student voice
Students join Raja Model UN, the student council, CAS and the yearbook team. Raja Model UN was pioneered in Bahrain in 2008.
Ready for what comes next
Counseling, college preparation and job-shadowing help older students plan the road after school.
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To educate and empower students to become strong global citizens.
The Al Raja School vision
How Al Raja grew
1899
Founded
Al Raja begins as a mission school, connected with the American Mission Hospital.
1994
Current campus
The school moves into its current campus in Manama.
2000s
Grades 10–12
The high school grows to include Grades 10, 11 and 12.
2008
First graduates
Al Raja celebrates its first graduating class.
Coming up this term
11Nov 2026
Mid-semester review
Review point for Grades 3–12.
Grades 3–12
12Nov 2026
In-service day
No classes for students.
No classes
25Nov 2026
Progress report
Progress reports for KG–Grade 2.
KG–Grade 2
28Nov 2026
Parent-teacher meeting
In-person meetings for families.
KG–Grade 12
Come and see Al Raja for yourself
Walk the campus, meet our team and ask anything about joining the school for 2026–27.
Admissions
Forms and guidance for 2026–27
Calendar
Term dates and school events
Contact
Call, email or visit us