Bhavans-Bahrain Indian School excels in international exam
Bhavans-Bahrain Indian School (BIS) distinguished itself on the global academic stage by delivering an extraordinary performance in the 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS).
The school's results not only surpassed international averages but also significantly outperformed national benchmarks in both Mathematics and Science at the Grade 4 and Grade 8 levels. TIMSS 2023 is the eighth cycle of a comprehensive international assessment that measures student achievement in mathematics and science at the fourth and eighth-grade levels.
The exceptional achievement places Bahrain Indian School among the top-performing schools in the Kingdom. In recognition of these results, the school was honoured by Education Minister Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma during a ceremony held on Thursday, 22 May 2025 at the Ministry of Education Hall, Isa Town. The Minister also honoured Principal Saji Jacob and his dedicated team of Vice Principal and Educators for their relentless contribution to Bahrain's growing global reputation in education.
In Grade 4, the school's students scored an impressive average of 626 in Mathematics and 642 in Science, significantly exceeding the international averages of 503 (Maths) and 494 (Science), and Bahrain's national averages of 462 and 475 respectively. Grade 8 students continued this high performance with an average score of 590 in Mathematics and 643 in Science, compared to international averages of 478 and Bahrain's averages of 426 (Maths) and 452 (Science).
The Directors Himanshu Verma and Ritu Verma expressed immense pride in the accomplishments of the school's students and staff.
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