List of 32 Best Nurseries in Bahrain (2025 Fees)

A nation of more than 30 islands in the Arabian Gulf, Bahrain has a population of 1,378,000 and has long been a center of trade in the region.

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) can bring a wide range of benefits for children, parents, and society at large. However, this is dependent on the quality of education a child received during his early years.

There are five types of ECEC provisions in Bahrain. These are 1) Infant Centres (less than 3 years) Ministry of Social Development, 2) Nurseries/preschools (3-5yrs) Ministry of Education, 3) Nurseries/preschools/KGs combined (3/4,4/5,5/6), 4) Kindergartens (4/5,5/6), and 5) Private schools (pre-primary, multilevel).

Facts about nurseries in Bahrain:

• Nurseries in Bahrain fall under the responsibility and control of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs. Pre-school education is provided by the private sector only.
• Kindergartens cater to children aged 3-5, nurseries cater to children under 3 years of age.
• The pre-primary education stage is not integrated into the national education system.
• Each kindergarten prepares its own curriculum.
• The curricula vary according to the type of system applied, i.e. Bahraini, British, American, etc.

Below is a comprehensive list of all the best Bahrain nurseries (Manama, Riffa, Muharraq, Hamad Town, A'ali, Isa Town, Sitra, Budaiya, Jidhafs, Al-Malikiyah, Jid Ali, Adliya, Sanabis, Tubli, AlSeef, Saar, Mahooz, Al Dur, Hoora, Qudaibiya, Salmabad, Jurdab, Diyar AlMuharraq, Amwaj Island, Hidd, Arad, Busaiteen) you can find near you. Discover detailed information about the nurseries with fees, ratings, videos, photos, and location details and parent reviews. Using the admission form on the listings, you can email any queries you have directly to the nursery.

Edarabia showcases all nurseries in Bahrain, which can be filtered by facilities and fees. Parents looking for the best nurseries in Bahrain can choose from a diverse range of early childhood education programs that focus on developing essential skills in a nurturing environment. Many nurseries follow internationally recognized curriculums such as Montessori, British EYFS, American, and IB, ensuring high-quality education for young learners.

Parents who require financial assistance can explore nurseries offering flexible payment plans or scholarships to ensure affordable early education. Some nurseries also provide transportation, meal plans, and extended daycare services to support working parents. Additionally, many nurseries offer bilingual programs to promote language development from an early age.

Each nursery has ratings based on parent reviews and is ranked below accordingly to help parents find the best option for their child's early education in Bahrain.

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