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Curriculum
KG 1 to Grade 12
Students learn through a Ministry of Education curriculum and an American-based curriculum, from the early years through Grade 12.
Three divisions
Lower Elementary KG 1 – Grade 2 · Upper Elementary Grades 3 – 5 · Middle & High School Grades 6 – 12
Learning through play
Learning in KG 1 to Grade 2 is play-based and organized across centers. Arabic is the main language of instruction, and English literacy is part of every day.
KG 1 to Grade 2 · Arabic, with English literacy every day
Inquiry, projects and English
From Grade 3, English becomes the main language of instruction, with a continued emphasis on Arabic and Islamic Studies.
Grades 3 to 5 · STEAM, drama, public speaking, coding and field trips
Leadership and college preparation
Grades 6 to 12 combine a broad academic program with leadership, counseling, college preparation and experience beyond the classroom.
Grades 6 to 12 · Optional AP courses · Counseling and job-shadowing
Two curriculum pathways
Ministry of Education
Subjects taught in line with Bahrain’s Ministry of Education.
Arabic
Islamic Religion
Social Studies
Citizenship
Physical Education
American-based
Core subjects from an American-based curriculum approved by the Ministry of Education.
English
Mathematics
Science
Technology
Art
Advanced Placement courses
Older students can choose to take AP courses, assessed by the College Board.
Chemistry
Biology
Calculus
Microeconomics
Computer Science
Cybersecurity
Literature
Physics
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
Learning enrichment
Beyond the timetable
Advanced Placement
University-level courses