U.S. Orders Non‑Essential Staff and Family to Leave Oman Amid Regional Tensions
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Multiple Drones Across the Kingdom in Overnight Attacks
Drone Strike Sparks Fire in Ruwais Industrial Area, No Casualties Reported
Fire Breaks Out in Fujairah Oil Zone Following Air Defence Operations, One Injured
CBSE Cancels Class 12 Board Exams in Bahrain, UAE, and Other Middle East Nations
U.S. Orders Non‑Essential Staff and Family to Leave Oman Amid Regional Tensions
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Multiple Drones Across the Kingdom in Overnight Attacks
Drone Strike Sparks Fire in Ruwais Industrial Area, No Casualties Reported
Fire Breaks Out in Fujairah Oil Zone Following Air Defence Operations, One Injured
CBSE Cancels Class 12 Board Exams in Bahrain, UAE, and Other Middle East Nations
An Interview with Dalal Alaiawat, Head of the Environmental Engineering Programme at UTB
An Interview with Sheikh Khaled Al Khalifa, General Director, Vatel Bahrain
An Interview with Dr Simon Watson, Principal, St Christopher’s School Bahrain
An Interview with Dr. Bradley J. Cook, Founding Director, American University of Bahrain
An Interview with Dave McMaster, Founding Director, American School of Bahrain
An Interview with John Maguire, Executive Headmaster, The British School of Bahrain
An Interview with Dr Paul Walton, Principal, Nadeen School
Post-pandemic Opportunities and the Impact of AI on the Investment Landscape
Gulf Insider talks to John Maguire, Executive Headmaster of the British School of Bahrain
Gulf Insider talks to Wayne Ridgway, Senior School Head Teacher of the British School of Bahrain
Gulf Insider talks to Robert Howe, Junior School Head Teacher of the British School of Bahrain
Gulf Insider talks to Julie Anne Gilbert, Infant School Head Teacher of British School of Bahrain
Gulf Insider talks to Dr. Susan Saxton, Founding President and Mr. William Hurt, COO of AUBH
Gulf Insider talks to Ms. Abby Saadeh, Principal of the Canadian School Bahrain
Gulf Insider talks to Malek Osseiran, Head of Gulf’s LinkedIn Talent Solutions (LTS)
Gulf Insider speaks to Shaikha Latifa Al-Khalifa, Co-founder and CEO of Clever Play
Gulf Insider talks to Mark Whitfield, Education Director of Britus Education
Gulf Insider talks to Dr. Anisha Abraham, Clinical Psychologist at AMH, Bahrain
Gulf Insider talks to Maryam Al Razqi and Zahra Ghanbari of Education Zone
Gulf Insider speaks to American School of Bahrain’s Founding Director, Dave McMaster
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about Abdul Rahman Kanoo School‘s innovation below. First school in Bahrain to integrate an AI Agent “Dana” Addressing a need within the admissions department, ARKS Diyar have implemented a virtual admissions guide to assist parents and students with their queries. The AI Agent, Dana, is the first of its kind in Bahrain, developed by DOO. Please share a brief background of your innovation. Abdul Rahman Kanoo School Diyar (ARKS) has become the first private school in Bahrain to integrate DOO’s AI Capabilities for its Admission Department. The school is proud to pioneer a new era in technological advancement with the support of our partners, DOO. This advanced capability to transform and enhance our admissions process, via “Dana,” a virtual admissions guide, who will assist prospective parents and students by answering inquiries, providing real-time support, and seamlessly guiding users through each step of the admissions journey. This initiative represents a major step forward in AI integration and digital transformation within the education sector. By […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about the Bahrain Bayan School‘s innovation below. Pearl Guardian (حارس اللؤلؤ): Ethical Pearl-Scanning Robotics Project Student-designed innovation uses artificial intelligence to identify mature oysters, connecting Bahrain’s pearling traditions with responsible modern technology. Please share a brief background of your innovation. The innovation was officially launched at Bahrain Bayan School through a dedicated student showcase attended by key stakeholders, including representatives from DANAT (Bahrain Institute for Pearls & Gemstones), local pearl jewellery designers from across Bahrain, and officials from the education and sustainability sectors. This launch strengthened the connection between education, industry, and national heritage. Pearl Guardian is a student-designed robotics and AI innovation developed at Bahrain Bayan School to connect modern technology with Bahrain’s pearling heritage. The project reimagines traditional pearl diving through the use of an ethical AI-powered scanning device that helps identify mature oysters while protecting young and environmentally sensitive ones. The innovation reflects the school’s commitment to developing culturally aware, future-ready learners who use technology responsibly. Pearl Guardian was showcased in […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about the Bahrain School‘s innovation below. R.A.W. Bites – School, Home, and Community Partnerships Bahrain School created R.A.W. Bites, a monthly family support programme partnering with community resources to help parents better support their children’s academic, social and emotional wellbeing. Please share a brief background of your innovation. The goal of this innovation is to build a partnership between our families, the school community, and other community resources – to build a sort of “hub” at Bahrain School where things happen and families can feel connected and supported. How was the innovation planned? This innovation was planned through the collaborative efforts of our school leadership, teachers, parents, and community resources to identify the needs of families and students. Informal conversations were used to gather feedback from the wider school community, ensuring that the program addresses real priorities and concerns among our students and their families. What were the challenges faced during implementation? Participation was a challenge we encountered early on in the implementation. Finding […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about the British Preparatory School‘s innovation below. Play and Activity-Based Early Learning British Preparatory School is transforming its early years education by implementing play and enquiry-based learning. This child-centred approach replaces textbook learning methods with hands-on exploration, resulting in children exceeding UK national averages while developing stronger communication skills, emotional resilience, and confidence in their learning journey. Please share a brief background of your innovation. Under the leadership of Mrs Smith, Principal of The British Preparatory School and an experienced early years educator with over 14 years in the field, the school has embraced a transformative shift toward play and enquiry-based learning. Firmly believing that the foundations of education are best laid through curiosity, creativity and exploration, Mrs Smith led the school in implementing a modern, child-centred approach aligned with international best practices in early childhood education. How was the innovation planned? This innovation began with a complete review and redesign of the school’s early years curriculum. The planning process involved extensive research, curriculum […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about the British School of Bahrain‘s innovation below. High Performance Sports Programme The programme integrates advanced disciplines, such as sports nutrition, psychology, and strength and conditioning, into the school curriculum to support both general student wellbeing and elite athletic pathways. For high-performing athletes, it offers a 360-degree digitised tracking system and flexible academic scheduling, paving the way for professional sports careers and international university scholarships. Please share a brief background of your innovation. The British School of Bahrain launched its unique and specialist High Performance Programme for Sport. The programme helps every child to find their place in sport, whether or not they make the first team, instilling the challenges, discipline and joy that Physical Education brings. The approach of the school and the programme is centred around the philosophy of ‘PE for all, Sport for some’, tailoring pathways towards elite and professional sport for the most talented athletes. The programme introduces specialist aspects into the curriculum that support athletic development, which are not […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about Hawar International School‘s innovation below. Safeguarding Steering Group Hawar International School established Bahrain’s first collaborative Safeguarding Network and Steering Group, locally contextualising global best practices to protect students. In partnership with UK experts and Atvion software, the initiative fosters cross-school collaboration and real-time digital monitoring to address the unique safety challenges within Bahrain’s educational ecosystem. Please share a brief background of your innovation. Safeguarding, although a buzzword and a ticked box, has never been locally contextualised. The challenges each individual school faces are unique to its ecosystem. It was with this in mind that Hawar International School decided to become part of the solution. How was the innovation planned? We looked at best practice from the UK, which is seen as the global leading light in this space and found Victoria Raynor, who had set up a DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead) network that had organically grown from just a handful of schools to over 100. The innovation grew from a conversation into […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about Ibn Khuldoon National School‘s innovation below. Team Nasser Team Nasser is a student-led social innovation initiative that combines youth leadership with professional community development. The innovation lies in its structured, student-led model, where youth manage everything from site assessments and design to fundraising and logistics, transforming social service into a platform for professional skill-building and sustainable community impact. Please share a brief background of your innovation. Team Nasser is a student-led community initiative from Ibn Khuldoon National School (IKNS), supported by the Nasser Al Khair Association and the Ministry of Youth Affairs. The team focuses on social impact projects such as home and facility renovations, empowering Bahraini youth to serve their community through leadership, teamwork, and compassion. How was the innovation planned? Team Nasser’s projects are planned through a structured and collaborative process that blends creativity, community engagement, and youth leadership. Each initiative begins with identifying a social or environmental need within the community, followed by site assessments, design planning, and consultations […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about St Christopher’s School‘s innovation below. The Digital Purpose Initiative The Digital Purpose Initiative is a student-led framework designed to foster balanced, ethical technology habits and purposeful AI integration. Built on a unique “SAMR-AI” pedagogical model, the program empowers student “AI Pioneers” to co-create curriculum and policy, moving the school community beyond passive tech use toward active, high-impact digital leadership and innovation. Please share a brief background of your innovation. Our “Digital Purpose Initiative” was a direct response to post-pandemic digital challenges. Data from our wellbeing platform showed a decline in student focus, which student and parent feedback linked to poor technology habits, overuse, and the misuse of AI. Parents felt overwhelmed and needed clear, age-specific guidance. This required a new strategy: moving beyond simple tech integration to proactively foster a balanced, ethical, and student-led digital culture. Our initiative was built to establish a strong foundation of digital safety and wellbeing to support purposeful innovation. How was the innovation planned? The innovation was […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about the Multinational School‘s innovation below. Micro Forest Developed through a multidisciplinary collaboration between Environmental Clubs and the Able, Gifted, and Talented program, the project transforms school grounds into a living laboratory. It focuses on enhancing the school’s green footprint through integrated waste management and community engagement, providing students with a long-term, hands-on platform for environmental stewardship and scientific observation. Please share a brief background of your innovation. The Multinational School Bahrain has always been committed to sustainability, innovation, and providing learners with a holistic education that extends beyond the classroom. In alignment with these values, this proposal recommends the creation of a Micro Forest on school grounds. The project will not only enhance the school’s green footprint but will also integrate environmental education, waste management, and community engagement. How was the innovation planned? We used a multidisciplinary approach, where students and staff from the Environmental Clubs, Community Service, as well as the Able, Gifted and Talented program. What were the challenges […]
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Education_BH: Innovation and Excellence celebrates the remarkable innovations implemented in Bahrain’s schools and universities. We learned about these innovations, the process, the challenges, and the lessons learned from some of the leading educational institutions in the Kingdom. Read all about the Judicial & Legal Studies Institute‘s innovation below. Professional Legal Practice Certificate (PLPC) JLSI’s Professional Legal Practice Certificate bridges the gap between law graduates and employers by providing industry-led training. Developed collaboratively with law firms, this six-month programme equips graduates with practical legal skills, resulting in over 100 successful graduates across five cohorts since 2017. Please share a brief background of your innovation. In 2017, we noticed that we were receiving two conflicting messages from our stakeholders on the legal side (law graduates and law firms). Law graduates complained about how hard it was to break into the legal job market. With around 400 – 500 new law graduates entering the local job market annually, it appeared understandable. On the other hand, law firms reported that it was hard to fill entry-level legal positions. Very few of these graduates, no matter how good their academic training was, had the necessary legal skills that took time and investment to build. How was the […]