Gulf Insider’s Bahrain Education Awards is back for its third edition, recognising innovation across the Kingdom’s schools, universities, and training institutions. On 12th February 2026, 23 educational institutions will be celebrated for their unique contributions to enhancing student experiences.
Partnering for Excellence
Jotun Paints is joining forces with Gulf Insider as the official sponsor, reinforcing a shared commitment to recognising innovation and educational excellence in Bahrain.
“Bahrain’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and innovation is being proudly supported by Jotun Paints, a leading name in the region’s paints and coatings industry. As the official sponsor of the prestigious Gulf Insider: Bahrain Education Awards, Jotun is reinforcing its dedication to community development and the nation’s future,” said Arun Menon, Country Manager, Jotun Paints Bahrain.
An Evening of Recognition and Insight
The gala ceremony will bring together education leaders, industry experts, partners, and special invitees to showcase and honour these remarkable innovations. Beyond the awards presentation, the evening will feature a panel discussion on Designing Sustainable, Safe, and Future-Ready Learning Environments, bringing together thought leaders to explore the evolving landscape of education.
Attendees will also enjoy performances by students from several educational institutions and have the opportunity to explore the innovations from all participating schools and universities firsthand.
Since launching in 2022, the Bahrain Education Awards have spotlighted groundbreaking educational approaches that demonstrate resilience, creativity, and impact while fostering continuous learning and development in the sector.
Showcasing Transformative Initiatives
Participating institutions shared innovations that covered their implementation processes, challenges faced, impact assessments, and lessons learned. The submissions showcased initiatives spanning ethical AI use, sustainable practices, global experience exposure, local issue awareness, support for special education needs, and mental health and wellbeing.
