Welcome To Beacon Private School
a place where education takes on a whole new dimension
Through inquiry learning, we are committed to fostering in our students a profound enthusiasm for knowledge and enabling them to become inquisitive, self-reliant thinkers who actively engage with the world around them. Our innovative approach to teaching places a significant focus on inquiry-based methods, allowing students to explore their interests and build problem-solving abilities that will be utilized in many aspects of life.
We go beyond academics, as character development is at the core of what we do. Our mission is to nurture well-rounded individuals who not only excel academically but also embody qualities of integrity (principled, honesty, trust), empathy (caring, service), and resilience (perseverance). Our curriculum includes character education because we seek to foster in our learners the fundamental values that will help them become responsible and compassionate citizens.
At our school, we take pride in offering a high-quality education that enables our learners with the skills they need to succeed academically and develop into kind, competent, and ethical individuals. Join us on this transformative educational journey, where we believe in the power of inquiry, character, and excellence to shape a brighter future.
Dear families,
As the school year begins, it is my utmost pleasure to welcome you all to Beacon Private School. Our school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where learners’ needs are at the forefront of everything we do.
At Beacon Private School, we pride ourselves on being capacity builders. Our dedicated team of educators works tirelessly to empower our learners to become self-directed and independent people. We believe that fostering such qualities is essential for their personal growth and success in an ever-changing world.
We have incorporated a dynamic curriculum designed for learners up to grade 10, inspired by the Common Ground Collaborative framework, which focuses on fostering conceptual understanding, developing essential competencies, and nurturing character growth. This approach allows us to tailor education to the unique strengths and learning styles of each young person, fostering a love for learning and an appreciation for knowledge.
For our senior learners in grades 11 and 12, we have introduced the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). This program offers a rigorous and well-rounded education, preparing our learners for higher education and beyond. We are excited to announce that this year, we will witness our first IB DP graduation.
In our commitment to nurturing global citizens, we have implemented a multi-lingual program. Learners at Beacon Private School will have the invaluable opportunity to develop proficiency in Arabic, English, Spanish and French. We believe that being multilingual not only enhances communication skills but also fosters a deeper understanding of diverse cultures and perspectives.
I look forward to witnessing the growth and accomplishments of each and every learner.
Warm regards,
Dinis Costa
Head of School, Beacon Private School
SEK Education Group is the manager of the school, an institution founded in 1892, which brings together leadership, teaching innovation and over 130 years of tradition and history.
It is made up of the SEK International Schools, which cater to over 7000 students between the ages of 4 months to 18 years old from over 80 nationalities at their six schools in Spain (Madrid, Barcelona, Almería, Pontevedra), Dublin (Ireland), Les Alpes (France), Doha (Qatar), Riyadh (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Manama (Kingdom of Bahrain) and Muscat (Sultanate of Oman).
Each school has its own unique geographical and cultural identity, all sharing the same values, vision, tradition of innovation, excellence and passion for learning. The Camilo José Cela University, founded in the year 2000 as part of the SEK Education Group, promotes entrepreneurship and innovation, technology and digitization, social impact and well-being as its four strategic axes.
Why BPS
What sets Beacon Private School apart is our commitment to facilitating holistic educational experiences that goes beyond academics.We take pride in our unique approach, which places a strong emphasis on the development of character qualities alongside academic excellence. Our dedicated educators not only pass on knowledge but also instill values, nurturing learners to become confident, independent learners and global citizens.At Beacon Private School, we create a nurturing environment where learners not only gain knowledge but also develop the essential life skills and moral values that will guide them towards a successful and fulfilling future.
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International standards
BPS Learning Principles are based on two educational frameworks: the Common Ground Collaborative (CGC) system and the International Baccalaureate (IB) mission and philosophy. These frameworks align seamlessly and share the goal of nurturing well-rounded learners.
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NEASC accredited
BPS was accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in May 2022. NEASC is a prestigious accrediting organization for schools and colleges in New England, ensuring educational excellence and offering valuable resources for development and collaboration. BPS has chosen the ‘ACE Pathway’ which focuses closely on teaching and learning.
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IB Diploma Programme
BPS was authorized as an IB World School for the Diploma Programme by the International Baccalaureate (IB) in November 2021. IB World Schools share a common philosophy- a commitment to high-quality, challenging, international education- that we believe is important for our learners.
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CGC partner
The Common Ground Collaborative represents the teaching and learning ‘DNA’ of the school. The CGC is the school’s founding and principle educational partner. However, as the school continues to grow, BPS will seek additional accreditation and affiliations in line with the school’s international ambitions.
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High focus on multilingualism
Beacon Private School recognizes that language is the ultimate medium of interaction between the individual and the world. It is through language that one expresses one’s uniqueness, one’s culture, embraces the experiences of others, and celebrates the richness of the world’s diversity.
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Inquiry based learning
Our learner-centered instructional resources are used to foster learner learning through inquiry, research, investigations, problem solving, higher order thinking and collaboration.
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Innovative programme and extracurricular activities
The school offers a range of after-school activities, with opportunities in sports, service, music and much more. These After School Activities (ASA) are connected to the curriculum and help enhance the learner’s overall development.
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Modern infrastructure with new expansion
Our school’s modern infrastructure features state-of-the-art classrooms, advanced laboratories, and dynamic learning spaces. This development reflects our commitment to providing learners in Bahrain with the best possible educational environment.
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International qualified staff
Our school boasts an internationally qualified staff, ensuring our learners in Bahrain receive a globally enriched education, preparing them for success in the Arab world and beyond.
Vision
BPS is committed to enhancing the intellectual and personal development of its students, equipping them with the passion for inquiry learning, ensuring academic excellence and preparing active responsible global citizens.
Mission
BPS is a future focused community where learning is based on inquiry to develop successful independent learners in an environment that harbors respect and responsibility, stimulates inquiry, creativity and innovation, fosters higher order thinking, and promotes collaboration and communication.
BPS PRINCIPLES
In line with the CGC Learning Ecosystem, we are capacity builders, working with our students to help them develop into self-directed and independent learners who consistently demonstrate:
CONCEPTUAL LEARNING
Learners are critical thinkers experts in working with significant ideas. They will be able to:
- Identify issues
- Frame conceptual questions
- Gather and analyze information
- Form hypotheses
- Test and modify these hypotheses in a range of contexts
COMPETENCY LEARNING
Learners are experts in the application of the key skills necessary for success. They will be able to:
- Integrity (Principled, Honesty, Trust)
- Resilience (Perseverance)
- Reflection (Self- Awareness)
- Empathy (Caring, Service)
- Playfulness (Intrinsic Motivation)
CHARACTER LEARNING
Learners are positive experts in dealing with human relationships in specific authentic context. They will be consistently exhibiting positive learning dispositions and core personal values:
- Identify issues
- Frame conceptual questions
- Gather and analyze information
- Form hypotheses
- Test and modify these hypotheses in a range of contexts
At BPS we believe the Common Ground Collaborative (CGC) approach aligns well with the International Baccalaureate (IB) learner profile attributes that we aim to develop in our learners, which include the following:
The ATL skills include:
- Thinking skills
- Communication skills
- Social skills
- Research skills
- Self-management skills
The Approaches to Teaching include that teaching is:
- Based on inquiry
- Focused on conceptual understanding
- Developed in local and global contexts
- Focused on effective teamwork and collaboration
- Differentiated to meet the needs of all learners
- Informed by assessment (formative and summative)
