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Children may think of moving to Spain as an exciting new adventure. They may also struggle with the big change. Luckily, there are resources at NAVSTA Rota to help your kids settle into their new home.
Access online signups for Child and Youth program classes, special events, hourly care and sports at myffr.navyaims.com/cyms.html.
Child Development Center (CDC) | Bldg. 267 (Bahrain School)
Phone: +973-1785-9092 | DSN: 318-439-9092
The CDC offers weekday childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old with age-appropriate rooms and a developmental curriculum. Hourly care is also offered on a space-available basis. Sign up at www.militarychildcare.com .
School Age Care (SAC) | Bldg. 267 (Bahrain School)
Phone: +973-1785-4901 | DSN: 318-439-4901
SAC is for school aged children who are attending kindergarten through 12 years old. The SAC facility offers before and after-school care that includes structured recreation and homework help in a dedicated building with a playground. Fees are based on Total Family Income (TFI).
Hourly care is space-available. Register at the SAC and then you can sign up by calling or via the Navy CYP website myffr.navyaims.com/cyms.html.
Teen Center | Bldg. 18
Phone: +973-1785-4902 | DSN: 318-439-4902
The teen center offers dependents in grades 7 to 12 a place to hang out, receive homework help, get involved in clubs, enjoy open recreation and participate in special events and field trips. Membership is free. Register your youth at the facility.
Child and Youth Sports (CYS) | Bldg. 267 (in SAC)
Phone: +973-1785-4903 | DSN: 318-439-4903
This program offers seasonal sports like football, baseball, basketball, soccer and others for youth, and Smart Start sports for kids aged 3-5. Youth must be registered with CYP before they can be registered for sports.
The school liaison at NSA Bahrain is a good first resource for any questions regarding school options while stationed on the island. While most students attend a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school, homeschooling is also an option.
School Liaison | Bldg. 267 (Bahrain School)
Phone: +973-1785-6719 | DSN: 318-439-6719
DODEA Schools All the DoDEA schools in Bahrain are located in the Bahrain Community School Complex. This 28-acre campus in Juffair, Bahrain adjacent to NSA Bahrain. While part of the DoDEA system, the schools are also sponsored by the Bahrain International School Association.
Enroll for DoDEA schools at www.dodea.edu/registration.
Bahrain Elementary School | bahraines.dodea.edu | www.thebahrainschool.com
+973-1771-9829
The elementary school has students in Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and grades first through fifth. The school has a host nation class so students can learn about the culture and language of Bahrain. In addition, there are a variety of extracurricular activities.
Bahrain Middle-High School | bahrainmhs.dodea.edu | www.thebahrainschool.com
+973-1772-7828
The middle and high students at the Bahrain School are combined into a single facility for students in sixth to twelfth grade. It is one of a handful of DoDEA schools that can offer graduates an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma in addition to an accredited American high school diploma, plus extensive AP coursework. Being part of the international school system means that not all students are military kids and some live in the adjoining dormitory. The school also offers extracurricular activities, clubs and team sports.
Home Schooling Home schooling is a legal option open to all active-duty military, DoD civilians and contractors. Your children may also be eligible for auxiliary services offered by DoDEA Europe at the Bahrain School. Contact the school liaison for support, information and to connect with home schooling groups in Bahrain.
