Community Updates & Key Dates

Saturday, 14 February - The Factory Run (Family Relay)
Sunday, 22 February - Back to school (Ramadan timings begin)
Saturday, 28 February - Gergaoun Evening (Community event, all welcome) 8pm - 10pm
Sunday, 1 March - World Book Week

Ramadan is a time of reflection, generosity and community. Through the A Box of Goodness initiative, we will be collecting non-perishable food items throughout Ramadan to support families in need. Last year, we donated 70 food boxes, with your support, let’s give even more this year.

English

This week in English, learners completed their final biography writing on Ernest Shackleton, independently applying their planning, editing, and writer’s knowledge to produce a polished piece of work.

They then explored the difference between fact and opinion, learning how to identify each and justify their choices using evidence. This supported both their non-fiction writing and critical reading skills.

When we return from the break, learners will begin a new unit with a hook activity to introduce their new class text. Through discussion, sounds, and key vocabulary, they will make predictions and explore language to support their understanding and future writing.

Ask your child:

How can you tell whether a statement about Ernest Shackleton is a fact or an opinion?

Why is it important to justify opinions using evidence when writing a biography?

Maths

This week in maths, learners developed their understanding of algebra by solving problems with two unknowns. They used equations and logical reasoning to find missing values, explained their thinking, and compared different strategies to check their solutions.

When we return from the break, learners will begin work on decimals, focusing on place value and representing, partitioning, and comparing decimals using models such as place value charts and counters.

Ask your child:

How did you work out the values when there were two unknowns in an equation?

What strategy helped you most when solving algebra problems, and why?

📢 Exciting Enrichment Opportunities

Learners can also take part in exciting external maths challenges:

Human Calculator – Sign up using this link

AMS Olympiad – Full details available here

Science

This week in Science, learners reviewed their knowledge of light and completed an assessment to demonstrate their understanding. They revisited key concepts including how light travels in straight lines, reflection, refraction, how shadows are formed, and how the size of a shadow can change depending on the distance from a light source. They also reflected on their understanding of scientific investigations, data collection, and analysis.

Next half term, we will begin exploring the circulatory system.

Ask your child:

What do you know about the human heart and blood? What can we do to make and keep our hearts healthy?

Enquiry Learning

This week in Enquiry Learning, we have linked our lessons to International Week. In Year 6, our chosen continent was Europe.

Learners worked independently to research different European countries and created presentations showcasing some of the following:

-The meaning behind their chosen country’s flag
-Languages spoken
-Famous landmarks
-The country’s location on a map

Learners also explored culture through food by researching traditional dishes and designing a menu inspired by their chosen country.

After the break, learners will begin an exciting new topic in which they will be designing and making their own cushion covers, developing their creativity and practical design skills.

Ask your child:

What interesting facts did you learn about the country you researched?

What traditional foods did you include in your menu, and why are they important to that country’s culture?

Home Learning Choice Boards

We are delighted to share our Home Learning Choice Board for this half term. This is an optional activity board for your child to complete. There are nine practical and engaging activities to choose from, please select up to three.

You can share your child’s completed activities with your class teacher, they will provide brief feedback to your child in class time.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to speak to your class teacher or Year Leader.

Year 1 Year 4

Year 2 Year 5

Year 3 Year 6

Arabic A

📘 ما سيتم دراسته الأسبوع القادم – اللغة العربية

ماتم دراسته هذا الأسبوع :
اختبارات ABT
ماسيتم دراسته الأسبوع القادم :
درس الكهرباء في وطني

إملاء كتابي ( السطر الإملائي )

🗓 يوم الأربعاء

⭐ للحصول على النجمة الأولى تدرّب على كتابة الجملة:

✏️ نظمت المدرسة مسابقة ثقافية عن تطور وسائل الإنارة.

⭐⭐ للحصول على النجمتين تدرّب أيضًا على كتابة الجملتين:

✏️ نظمت المدرسة مسابقة ثقافية عن تطور وسائل الإنارة.

✏️ اجتمع الصديقان في بيت حمد ، أخذ كل منهم يعرض ما توصل إليه .

⭐⭐⭐ للحصول على ثلاث نجوم تدرّب على كتابة الجمل الثلاث:

✏️ نظمت المدرسة مسابقة ثقافية عن تطور وسائل الإنارة.

✏️ اجتمع الصديقان في بيت حمد ، أخذ كل منهم يعرض ما توصل إليه .

✏️ الكهرباء خطرة إذا أسيء استعمالها .

🌟 أبطال الصف السادس لغتنا العربية جميلة، ومع التدريب ستزدادون تميزًا ✨📘

Arabic B

This week, learners did their A.B.T assessment.

Next week, learners will explore saving and smart shopping in the Money and Smart Shopping unit. They will use sentences such as “This shirt costs 8 dinars” and “I save my pocket money to buy a bike,” and prepare a simple shopping list.

Home learning: A new task has been added to the Bravo Bravo platform.

شاهدوا لحظات طلابنا الرائعة على كلاس دوجو

Check out our students’ wonderful moments on ClassDojo

Music

As part of International Week, Year 6 have been exploring Europe. In their music lessons, they learned about European folk music and the types of acoustic instruments commonly used. Pupils then used a range of instruments to add drones, steady drum beats, and sound effects, creating their own cover of 'The Wellerman'.

Islamic Studies

ما تم دراسته :

إمتحان نهاية الفصل الدراسي الأول في الدروس التالية ( سورة البقرة دراسة فقط - صلاة العيدين - صلة الرحم )

ما سيتم دراسته الأسبوع القادم :

درس تلاوة

رابط الكلاس روم

رابط مراجعة الإمتحان والإجابة عليها

كتاب الجزء الأول : هنا

للتواصل مع المعلمة : h.elmasrawy@nadeenschool.com

للإطلال على الخطة الشهرية لشهر يناير من خلال هذا الرابط

Google class room

Islamic Book

Islam Class in English :

What has been studied:
Revision of the exam lessons:

Surah Al-Baqarah (study only)
Eid Prayers
Maintaining family ties

What will be studied next week:
End-of-First-Semester Exam in the Following Lessons:

Surah Al-Baqarah (study only)
Eid Prayers
Maintaining family ties
Link to the End-of-First-Semester Exam Review

First Part Book: Here

To contact the teacher:

s.sabbah@nadeenschool.com

google classroom code

Nadeen Quran Competition” – Celebrate your love for the Quran by participating in this exciting recitation contest.

Bahraini Social Studies & Citizenship

ما تمت دراسته هذا الاسبوع :من كتاب المواد الاجتماعية درس العرب قبل الاسلام 1

: ما سيتم دراسته الأسبوع القادم

من كتاب المواد الاجتماعية - درس العرب قبل الاسلام 1

ملاحظة 1 : الرجاء من اولياء الامور حث الطلاب على احضار الكتاب و الدفتر إلى المدرسة بشكل مستمر وعدم وضعه في المنزل ليتسنا الى الطالب متابعة حل الاسئلة والكتابة في الدفتر مع بقية زملائة في الصف .

رابط الكتاب هنا

ايميل المعلمة هنا

رابط Classroom هنا

French

As part of our wonderful International Week, learners took part in a French food tasting activity.

We began by talking about what French children like to eat for breakfast and compared this to what we normally eat in the mornings.

Learners were then invited to taste croissant, baguettes, cheese (brie) and jam (Confiture Bonne Maman Fraises).

We wished one another a 'bon appétit' and practised saying what we liked and what we didn't like plus what we loved and hated.

ECOVENTURE, UAE 2026

We are delighted to launch the annual Ecoventure trip to the United Arab Emirates for Year 5 & 6. The popular trip to Ecoventure is back, where our Year 5 & 6 learners have the opportunity to participate in exciting activities such as Climbing Wall, Archery, Raft Building, Open Top Kayaking, Canoeing, Buggy Building, Abseiling, Orienteering and much more!

To register your child for the trip, please fill in the link below!

Ecoventure 2026

For more information, please contact Mr. Matt (m.rees@nadeenschool.com) or Ms. Karlien (k.theron@nadeenschool.com)

Home Learning Choice Boards

You can share your child’s completed activities with your class teacher, they will provide brief feedback to your child in class time.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to speak to your class teacher or Year Leader.

Year 1 Year 4

Year 2 Year 5

Year 3 Year 6

This Saturday, The Factory Run, 14 February

We’re pleased to share that The Factory Run – Family Relay will take place on 14th February 2026 at Exhibition World Bahrain. It promises to be a wonderful celebration of family, teamwork and wellbeing.

If you’re taking part, we look forward to seeing some Nadeen families there and cheering you on!

Gergaoun Evening, 28 Feb, save the date!

Join us for a special Gergaoun Evening from 8pm – 10pm. Free entry, all welcome!

Experience an evening of tradition, celebration and community with:

Gergaoun treats
Traditional music, games and activities
Delicious food
And a Night Market in collaboration with Market Street Bahrain

We look forward to celebrating together.

The Bahrain Eco Summit

On Wednesday, Nadeen proudly hosted the 2026 Bahrain Eco-Summit as part of the growing collaboration established by the Bahrain Sustainable Schools Partnership (BSSP).

We were honoured to welcome 14 schools and over 100 learners to our campus, coming together to share ideas, collaborate and explore meaningful approaches to sustainability.

Founded in 2023, the Eco-Summit has quickly become a key event in Bahrain’s school calendar, uniting schools, sustainability partners and local organisations with a shared purpose: strengthening environmental education and empowering young people to lead positive change.

Through learner-led presentations, hands-on workshops and collaborative discussions, the Summit provided a powerful reminder that real progress happens when communities work together.

By hosting this year’s event, Nadeen reaffirms its commitment to nurturing environmentally responsible learners and supporting partnerships that help build a more sustainable future for Bahrain.

TeachMeet 5: The AI Edition

On Monday, we were delighted to host TeachMeet 5: The AI Edition, bringing educators together to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in education.

Led by AI Transformation Leader Luis I. Cortes, the session considered AI within both a global and regional context, while keeping a clear focus on what matters most, ensuring technology enhances learning without replacing the human relationships, judgement and care that define great education.

The event reflects our ongoing commitment to thoughtful innovation and our High Performance Learning approach, preparing learners to be adaptable, reflective and confident in a rapidly changing world.

Arabic Digital Library

We are pleased to share the launch of The Arabic Stories Digital Library, an innovative initiative from our Arabic Department designed to strengthen our culture of reading and academic excellence.

The platform provides a carefully curated collection of Arabic stories tailored to learners’ varying interests and proficiency levels. Learners are encouraged to read at least one story per week and complete a structured reflection task to deepen comprehension, enhance written expression, and develop critical thinking skills.

The library will continue to expand through regular updates, ensuring fresh and engaging content. This initiative supports independent learning, advances language development, and reinforces cultural identity — all aligned with our strategic vision and High Performance Learning framework.

Further details will be shared by Ms. Zenab after the half-term break.

External PAID ECA Providers at Nadeen School - Term 2

Please find here the External PAID ECA Providers at Nadeen School for Term 2.

Let Us Know If Your Child Is Absent – New Email!

We are pleased to inform you that a dedicated email address has now been created for reporting learner absences. Please use attendance@nadeenschool.com to notify the school if your child will be absent on the day. All of the absence correspondence should as always go through the form tutor. This will help us ensure accurate attendance records and streamline communication. Thank you for your cooperation.

Parent Board Contact Details:

We are pleased to share with you the Parent Board Contact Details:

Jamie Blum - Foundation Stage - "fs-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

Kirstin Cronje - Key Stage 1 - "ks1-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

Hajira Khan - Key Stage 2 - "ks2-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

Michele Ambrose - Key Stage 3 - "ks3-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

Neha Gupta - Key Stage 4 - "ks4-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

Zulfikar Dhanse - Primary Inclusion - "priminclusion-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

Basma Kazerooni - Secondary Inclusion - "secinclusion-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

Michelle Rainer - Community Development - "communitydev-parentboard@nadeenschool.com"

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