His Excellency Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma Minister of Education Kingdom of Bahrain

The Kingdom of Bahrain is proud to host the 2024 School Games (ISF Gymnasiade Bahrain2024) in October 2024.

The Kingdom of Bahrain, the land of civilizations, ancient history, human heritage, and authentic Arab hospitality, is honored to welcome delegations from various parts of the world, and wishes them a pleasant stay.

This global sporting event is supported by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

The ISF Gymnasiade Bahrain2024 comes within the strategy pursued by the Kingdom of Bahrain in organizing major Gulf, Arab and international sporting events, which has contributed to strengthening its standing on the sports map in the world.

The ISF Gymnasiade Bahrain2024 is also consistent with the strategy of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports and the General Sports Authority in promoting school sports, which supply clubs and national teams with budding talents.

Apart from its role in promoting students’ learning, refining their skills, and spreading the culture of creativity and innovation, the Ministry of Education encourages children to practise sport, which  develops their personality, enhances their mental health, and improves their academic performance.

The ISF Gymnasiade Bahrain2024 provides an opportunity for participating teams to compete, while embracing fairplay, get to know each other, exchange opinions and experiences, and build relationships.

Sport spreads peace in the world, brings individuals, countries, peoples and nations together and builds bridges between civilizations and cultures.

Again welcomne to all participating delegations in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

I would lilke to thank all  parties involved in organizing The ISF Gymnasiade Bahrain 2024, which will be a cornerstone for the development of youth sports.