ᐅ Kindergarten in Hamala, Bahrain ᐅ BSB Kindergarten

Preschool Education in Bahrain

BSB Infant School

Our Kindergarten in Hamala, Bahrain welcomes children into a diverse, caring and inclusive community. We are committed to offering the best start in life to the young children in our care by supporting each individual as they develop a love of learning through exploration.

We deliver the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 in a British Infant School setting. Our Kindergarten comprises four years: Nursery and Reception, and Key Stage 1, which is Years 1 and 2. Children aged 3 to 7 may join us at any point in the academic year.

Why Choose our Kindergarten in Hamala?

The Infant School is a safe, secure and happy environment where diversity is celebrated and where, as one student put it, "We look after one another".

Although teaching and learning is taken very seriously indeed, there is no doubt that a sense of humour is a vital component of the Infant School's ethos. Children are very much treated as individuals with their own strengths, weaknesses and quirks. Teachers are approachable and genuinely interested in children. It would be rare to see any teacher or assistant crossing the playground at break time without stopping for an informal chat with a group of children.

By the time they move up to the Junior School children are secure in themselves as individuals, enthusiastic collaboration and open communication. Visitors to the school often comment that children come across as sociable, unspoiled and in some ways refreshingly unsophisticated.

MRS. JULIE ANNE GILBERT, HEADTEACHER OF INFANT SCHOOL

Kindergarten Curriculum Overview

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS): Nursery & Reception

KEY STAGE 1: YEARS 1 & 2

Nursery & Reception

When they embark on their BSB journey in their Nursery year, children learn to think, reason and explore through play. They are scaffolded, supported and challenged by caring, experienced teachers to primarly develop their social skills, language and physical development. When ready, children are stretched in literacy, maths, creative art and understanding of the world. A spirit of enquiry is encouraged and permeates the Infant School. A rigorous pre-reading curriculum in Nursery, prepares children for high attainment in reading in their Reception year.

Years 1 & 2

The curriculum is dynamic and responsive to the needs and interests of the children cross curricular links are made wherever possible to make learning meaningful for the children. Much thought is given to making learning engaging and fun. Academic rigour continues throughout Year 1 and 2 following National curriculum of England and Wales. Children are fortunate to be taught by subject specialists for Arabic, Computing, PE, Music and the performing arts.

Kindergarten Options

Buzzy Bee Wrap Around Care Programme

Our Kindergarten timetable offers flexibility, with a range of options to accommodate the needs of families in our community. The Buzzy Bee Wrap-Around Care Programme is designed to suit the busy schedule of BSB parents by providing access to morning and after-school childcare.

Children who enrol in the programme enjoy

A nurturing, relaxed, and stimulating environment

Safe and secure childcare in Bahrain's leading British Kindergarten at no additional cost

Healthy snacks

First-class supervision from familiar, caring and qualified staff

Programme Timings

Early Morning Drop-Off:

Nursery and Reception: 7 am - 8 am

After-School Care:

Nursery Class: 1 pm – 3 pm

Reception Class: 2 pm – 3 pm

Communication Skills

At our Kindergarten, we are passionate about building positive relationships with children and their families. Teachers cultivate a child-led atmosphere, which allows youngsters to express themselves freely as part of an inclusive and caring community.

The Kindergarten schedule presents one-to-one child and teacher sessions, activities in small groups, and whole-class lessons. During the course of the day, children are encouraged to share their thoughts and opinions during play-based games with others.

Kindergarten Environment

It is important that every child in our care experiences a vibrant, welcoming and exciting Kindergarten environment. Youngsters learn best when they are comfortable and well-cared for, and we seek to make every learner feel as special as they are. Our setting offers a fantastic range of modern resources and equipment to stimulate the minds of young adventurers as they begin to explore the world around them and as one of the primary points of references for children in early years education. Our Kindergarten is an ideal option for families seeking a safe and creative preschool.

Kindergarten Teachers

Our Kindergarten staff are caring, enthusiastic and experienced preschool educators. They aim to inspire young learners by understanding the unique needs of each individual in their care and delivering a range of fun, interactive lessons which support learning objectives, communication abilities, language development, and motor skills.

The EYFS outlines teaching and learning objectives using standardised methods which give staff members the ability to track developmental progress effectively.

Kindergarten Co-Curricular Activities Programme

At our Kindergarten in Bahrain, we believe co-curricular activities should be adopted alongside academic study to support students in their journey to becoming well-rounded individuals.

Each term, we provide a delightful selection of after-school activities for children in Years 1 and 2.

Clubs run from 2:30 pm to 3:20 pm, and each is available for an eight-week period. Co-curricular activities are regularly updated and may vary from term to term.

Club activities include

Multi-sports

Football

Healthy snacks

Cookery

Storytelling

Scrapbook Making

Construction

Pastoral Support

We pride ourselves on the pastoral care our young students receive at the Kindergarten stage and beyond. In addition to the 300 BSB staff responsible for caring for those in our student community, three dedicated school counsellors support the well-being of each of our learners.

House System

Kindergarten students are assigned to one of our four houses upon admission to the school. Children may join Dragon, Griffin, Pegasus or Phoenix. Siblings are placed together to provide a sense of belonging and a platform for healthy competition across the school.

Each department contributes to the inter-house programme, ensuring a wide range of opportunities to suit all interests. Our annual sports day is the biggest celebration of our house system, where students can compete for and support their house across a full day of activities.

Kindergarten Daily Schedule

Morning Drop-Off

Parents and guardians must supervise their children until 7:45 am.

At 7:45 am, children should be escorted to their classrooms, where their teachers will welcome them.

Class registrations are completed at 8:00 am prompt. Children arriving at school after 8:00 am must sign in as late at the Infant School Office.

If your child requires regular early morning supervision from 7:00 am - 7:45 am, please give your child’s name to the Infant School Office.

End-of-Day Pick-Up

Children should be collected from Nursery classrooms at 1 pm.
Children should be collected from Reception classrooms at 2 pm.
Children in Years 1 and 2 should be collected from their classrooms at 2.20 pm.

Student Absence

Children are expected to maintain a full attendance record. Exemptions may be made due to illness, medical care, injury or other emergencies, activities, or events beyond parental control. If your child is unwell and unable to attend school, please inform the Infant School Office as soon as possible.

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