Al Forsan International School vs Al-Rowad International School

	A Al Forsan International School Riyadh, Saudi Arabia	A Al-Rowad International School Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year SAR 23,000 - 34,000	Fees / year SAR 21,325 - 30,325
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum
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Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Al Forsan International Schools operate across four campuses in Saudi Arabia: Alizdihar Campus (Riyadh), Alqirawan Campus (Riyadh), Alrakah Campus (Al Khobar, Eastern Province), and Jeddah Campus (Jeddah). The campuses are located in Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and Jeddah, each serving its local city community. Transport links and access are via major city routes.	Location AIS is located in the An-Nuzhah district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The campus address is P.O Box 93354, An-Nuzhah, Riyadh 11673. Riyadh is the capital city of Saudi Arabia, and AIS operates from a single campus in this area.
Stages	Stages Ages 3–18; kindergarten to Grade 12.	Stages The school serves from Kindergarten through high school. Its structure includes KG (KG1–KG3), Lower Primary, Upper Primary, Middle School, and High School.
School type	School type The schools use gender-segregated campuses: KG–Grade 3 attend on the girls' campus, and from Grade 4 onward boys move to their own dedicated campus; separate campuses exist for boys and girls across the Riyadh and Jeddah sites.	School type AIS is a co-educational day school. It is listed as co-educational and operates as a day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix The student body includes pupils from over 60 countries and ages 3 to 18. The exact local-to-international ratio and the most common nationality are not published.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Academic support includes free reinforcement classes in core subjects.	Additional learning support AIS provides wellbeing and mental health support through a pastoral team. Tahfeeth Quran memorization programs are part of its Islamic values integration; there is no publicly published information about a formal SEN program.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation American-based curriculum aligned with CCSS and NGSS.	Country affiliation There is no official country affiliation stated; AIS offers British and American curriculums within Saudi Arabia.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Islamic teachings are observed; the schools are part of Ajialuna Educational Company.	Religious affiliation Islamic values are integrated into the curriculum as part of the school's approach; there is no formal religious affiliation noted.
School day structure	School day structure The Riyadh campuses operate Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.	School day structure The school day runs from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, Sunday through Thursday.
Bus service details	Bus service details A school transportation service is available; guardians can subscribe via the parent portal.	Bus service details A transportation option is available, with round-trip transportation at 5,000 SAR per year and one-way transportation at 4,500 SAR per year. The provider is not named.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / seat reservation fee - A deposit of SAR 3,000 is required to reserve a student seat. This SAR 3,000 deposit is included in the total school fees and is fully refundable up to the day before the start of the academic term. Tuition fees by year group (full-year and per-term amounts) - Kindergarten (KG): Full-year tuition SAR 23,000. First-term charge SAR 12,500 (new and current students). Second-term charge (current students) SAR 10,500. SAR amounts shown exclude VAT; VAT at 15% is applied where applicable. - Grade 1: Full-year tuition SAR 28,000. First-term charge SAR 15,000 (new and current students). Second-term charge (current students) SAR 13,000. - Grades 2–6: Full-year tuition SAR 30,000. First-term charge SAR 16,000 (new and current students). Second-term charge (current students) SAR 14,000. - Grades 7–9: Full-year tuition SAR 32,000. First-term charge SAR 17,000 (new and current students). Second-term charge (current students) SAR 15,000. - Grades 10–12: Full-year tuition SAR 34,000. First-term charge SAR 18,000 (new and current students). Second-term charge (current students) SAR 16,000. Transport (school bus) fees and payment - Bus fees for the full year: one-way SAR 3,450; two-way (round trip) SAR 4,600. Bus fees can be paid in three installments. Transport fees are charged for the full year and VAT treatment is noted in the school financial policy. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in two installments (first term and second term). First-term fees must be paid in full before students receive books, uniforms, or access to classes; failure to pay by the due date can result in suspension of services, withholding of reports, and cancellation of discounts. Second-term charges for newly enrolled students may differ because of seat-preparation, books, and uniform costs. Parents must complete financial clearance and submit the full student file to reserve a seat. What is included in tuition and other mandatory items - Tuition includes school textbooks and one set of school uniform pieces according to grade-level policy. The school provides electronic versions of textbooks and workbooks; printing optional extra materials is the parent's responsibility. There is no separate uniform charge included in addition to tuition; however, if parents purchase uniforms outside the designated channel, there will be no reimbursement. Other costs, discounts, and special offers - A special opening discount of SAR 2,000 is available at the Jeddah branch only (applies to all grades). - Sibling discounts: a 5% discount applies for the second through fourth youngest sibling and a 10% discount applies for the fifth sibling, subject to the school's discount conditions (payment timing requirements). To qualify, payment must be made before the end of the first week of the term. Refunds and withdrawal charges - The SAR 3,000 seat reservation deposit is refundable until the day before the start of the academic term. No tuition refunds are issued beginning the third week of the term. If a student is withdrawn within the first week of the school start date, the tuition refund will be processed after deducting SAR 3,000 plus an additional SAR 2,500 for books and uniforms. If a student is withdrawn at the beginning of the second week, 20% of the total tuition will be deducted plus the SAR 3,000 reservation fee and an additional SAR 2,500 for books and uniforms. Transportation fees are non-refundable after the first week of subscription. School uniforms and books are not refundable. Fees for a full term will apply when a student fails to attend without submitting an official withdrawal request via the parent portal or the admissions email. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods: cash at the school financial department; credit card (Visa or MasterCard); debit card (MADA); personal cheques payable to Ajialuna Educational Company; and bank/wire transfer to campus-specific bank accounts. For wire transfers, a copy of the wire transfer and the student ID must be emailed to the finance contact for the campus. Bank account details are provided by the school for each campus (Arab National Bank for Al Izdihar; Saudi Investment Bank for Al Rakkah; Riyad Bank for Al Qirawan and Jeddah campus) and the school instructs parents to send transfer confirmations to the campus payment email addresses. Boarding - Boarding is not listed or charged; the school provides day schooling with optional transport services but no boarding fees are published. Payment-related conditions and consequences - Students who have not settled tuition for the previous year will be removed from rosters and will not advance to the next level. The school may suspend access to report cards, electronic services, and records until tuition is paid. Not paying the seat reservation fee does not constitute an official withdrawal; outstanding fees will remain due and the student's file will not be released until all fees are cleared.	Fee details Application fees - No separate application fee is listed for Al-Rowad International School on the school's published admissions materials. Tuition fees by year group (amounts shown are annual and in Saudi Riyal) - KG1 to KG3: SAR 20,800. - Grades 1–3: SAR 22,300. - Grades 4–6: SAR 24,300. - Grades 7–9: SAR 26,800. - Grades 10–12: SAR 29,800. Per-term detail and how fees are billed - The school publishes the tuition amounts above as the fee figures for each grade (annual amounts). The school's payment practice requires payment of the first-semester tuition to secure a place at acceptance and requires the remaining balance to be paid prior to the start of the academic year; the school does not publish a fixed per-term split of the annual tuition. Therefore a published per-term amount is not available. Billing schedule and payment terms - New applicants: the tuition for the first semester must be paid immediately to secure the student's place. - Current students: a deposit of SAR 5,000 is required to secure the student's spot; this deposit is credited against the first semester's tuition. The remaining tuition balance is due three weeks before the start of the academic year to receive books and uniforms. - Receipts and confirmations for virtual-account transfers are issued via the parent portal and in-app/SMS notifications within business days as described by the school. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are published. The school operates daytime hours and provides day-school services; boarding is not listed as an offered service. Other costs and optional packages - Books package (optional): SAR 950 per student (listed as an optional package). - Transportation (optional): Round-trip SAR 5,000 per year; one-way SAR 4,500 per year. - Uniforms: two sets of school uniforms are included in the stated tuition. - Co‑curricular and club activity fees: some co‑curricular activities carry separate monthly fees (examples and amounts are published for activities such as sports and clubs); these activity fees are payable in addition to tuition and are described as inclusive of VAT and non‑refundable for those programs. Tax and price notes - All published fee figures are shown in Saudi Riyal and are exclusive of 15% VAT where applicable; Saudi nationals are exempt from VAT on tuition fees per the published fee notes. Fees are subject to increase. Refund information - The school does not publish a detailed general tuition refund policy on its public admissions and fees pages. For specific programs (for example some co‑curricular courses), published information states those program fees are non‑refundable and not transferable. For tuition refunds or withdrawal refunds, no comprehensive public policy text is published on the school's fees or admissions pages. Fee payment options - Online bank transfer to a dedicated virtual IBAN (each parent/guardian is assigned a unique IBAN in the parent portal MyAIS). Example IBAN published for payments to the school: SA6805000068200473811001 (use the parent's virtual account/IBAN provided in the MyAIS portal for accurate allocation). - In-person payments at the collection office: MADA, Visa, MasterCard (debit/credit), or company cheque made payable to “شركة مدارس الرواد العالمية”. Notes and important points for parents - The published tuition figures above are presented as the school's tuition amounts by grade band. The school requires an initial first‑semester payment to confirm a new student's place and a SAR 5,000 deposit (for returning students) credited to the first semester; however, the school does not publish a line‑by‑line term split of the annual tuition on its public fees pages, so a precise per‑term (e.g., semester 1 vs semester 2) numerical breakdown is not available from the published materials. - Additional optional costs (books, transport, activity fees) apply if those services are selected; uniforms (two sets) are included in the stated tuition. Co‑curricular program fees are shown as non‑refundable where published.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are included in tuition. Each student receives one piece from the official uniform table according to their grade level. Uniforms for the 2025-2026 school year are available at Adeem stores in Riyadh and Alkhobar; additional uniform items can be purchased at Adeem Stores.	Uniform requirement The tuition includes two sets of school uniforms for each student. Details on uniform colours or where to purchase are not provided on the site.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The Services & Facilities page lists on-campus facilities such as praying facilities, libraries, a sports centre, science laboratories and computer labs, plus a School Bus Service and an In-House Clinic. It does not mention a canteen or on-site food provisions.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Al Forsan International Schools are owned and operated by Ajialuna Educational Company, a private education group. The group runs campuses in Riyadh (Alizdihar and Alqirawan), the Eastern Province (Alrakah in Alkhobar), and Jeddah (opened in 2025 within King Abdulaziz University).	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school follows an American CCSS/NGSS-based curriculum taught in English for students aged 3–18, with the American High School Diploma awarded at graduation. The program is organized into Kindergarten (KG1–KG3), Elementary (Grades 1–3 on the girls' campus and Grades 4–6), Middle School (Grades 7–9), and High School, with English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies as core subjects; Arabic and Islamic Studies are required, and non-native Arabic speakers can join Arabic from Grade 2; French is offered as an elective from Grades 4–6. The curriculum emphasizes 21st-century skills—critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, global awareness, and social responsibility—through innovative teaching strategies and technology integration. Admission for Grades 2–12 requires passing the previous grade with at least a very good level and completing placement tests in Arabic, Science, Mathematics, and WIDA; KG entry follows MOE age guidelines (KG1 at 3, KG2 at 4, KG3 at 5, Grade 1 at 6). Al Forsan operates across campuses in Riyadh (Alizdihar, Alqirawan, Alrakah) and Jeddah, with English-language instruction throughout.	Curriculum details Al Rowad International School in Riyadh follows a dual British-American curriculum, offering Cambridge IGCSE as the international qualification track with AS/A Level progression and SAT preparation to support university readiness. The Kindergarten program (KG1–KG3) uses theme-based, play-centred learning with Tahfeez Quran memorization and Qaidah Noraniah Arabic phonetics, alongside integrated English and Arabic literacy and numeracy. Lower Primary (Grades 1–3) and Upper Primary (Grades 4–6) align with CCSS and NGSS while embedding Islamic Studies, Quran, and Arabic; Tahfeeth and Qaidah Noraniah are offered, with English-language instruction for non-native Arabic speakers. Middle School (Grades 7–9) includes Mathematics, Sciences (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), English, Business Studies, Computer Science, Arabic, Quran, and Islamic Studies, with practical laboratory work and technology integration, and daily Dhuhr reminders. High School (Grades 10–12) provides British and American pathways, including Cambridge IGCSE/AS‑A Level options and SAT preparation to support university readiness.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Not publicly disclosed
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression University readiness programs accompany the curriculum, with pathways to AS/A Level and IGCSE, plus SAT preparation.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school provides student wellbeing and SEL support through a combination of structured programs and digital tools. A dedicated Student Services portal gives guardians access to support services, the ability to view the student's file, and to submit complaints or suggestions, facilitating ongoing welfare communication. ClassDojo is used as a behavioral tool to share classroom progress with parents, supporting ongoing SEL-related monitoring. The school also runs an Intervention Support Program with weekly sessions for low-achieving students and a multi‑tiered approach, including regular parent communication and targeted strategies. Additional after‑school programs offer religious, educational, and recreational activities intended to foster personal growth and character development.	Social & emotional learning AIS supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a Wellbeing and Mental Health program delivered by an extensive pastoral team that provides ongoing support and guidance to students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school publicly discloses academic support for students, including general reinforcement classes, and an Intervention Support Program for low-achieving students, but does not publish a dedicated SEN department or a list of specific disabilities it can support. The Intervention Support Program is designed to address needs through weekly sessions with a multi‑tiered approach and parent involvement. General academic support is described as available, with reinforcement classes in core subjects. There is no publicly disclosed information about a specialist SEN facility or unit.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, the kinds of SEN supported, or whether it is a specialist SEN institution.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The ESL program is described as a cornerstone of the school, with students assessed using Fluency MAP and weekly targeted small‑group instruction to strengthen foundational reading skills. The program is implemented across campuses including Alizdihar, Jeddah, Alrakah, and Alqirawan, indicating broad EAL coverage. This language support is positioned to enable success across the curriculum. In addition, specialized Arabic for non‑native speakers is offered at all grade levels, with French available for some grades, supporting multilingual learners.	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information about English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Staff emphasise social and emotional wellbeing as part of student support, with language on the careers pages noting care and support for students at academic, social, and emotional levels. The Intervention Support Program addresses students' needs through weekly sessions and parental communication, contributing to mental and academic support. After‑school programs and the Homework Club provide structured environments that can enhance wellbeing through routine and constructive activity. The ESL program and general academic support also contribute to students' confidence and resilience by facilitating access to learning across subjects.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported by the extensive pastoral team, dedicated to ensuring the wellbeing and mental health of every student, providing support and guidance.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding policies.	Safeguarding The AIS Parents page outlines transparent communication with parents, regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss behavior and social development, parental involvement, and collaborative problem solving to support student safety.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Al Forsan International Schools operate four campuses in Riyadh (Alizdihar and Alqirawan), Alkhobar (Alrakah), and Jeddah (Jeddah Campus). The Alizdihar Campus consists of five advanced buildings and has separate campuses for boys and girls, with kindergarten to Grade 3 on the girls' campus and Grade 4 onward on the boys' campus. The Jeddah Campus, located on the King Abdulaziz University campus, spans 21,538 square meters, accommodates up to 3,250 students, and offers more than 40 advanced educational and recreational facilities. The campuses emphasise state-of-the-art educational facilities and modern learning environments. After-school programs include religious, educational, and recreational activities to extend learning beyond the classroom.	Facilities overview Al Rowad International School provides on-campus facilities to support learning and student well-being. Primary and Secondary libraries offer physical and online resources. Science laboratories are modern and fully equipped for hands-on experiments. Computer labs provide up-to-date technology for digital literacy. The Sports Centre includes a climate-controlled sports hall, a roof-top football pitch, and a swimming pool. On-site services include dedicated praying spaces with a Qur'an Reading Club and an on-site clinic.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The Sports Centre includes a climate-controlled sports hall, a roof-top football pitch, and a swimming pool.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The schools provide state-of-the-art educational facilities and modern learning environments.	Academic facilities Libraries are tailored for Primary and Secondary levels and provide physical and online resources. Science laboratories are modern and well equipped for hands-on experiments. Computer laboratories offer up-to-date technology to support digital literacy, coding, and research.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities After-school programs include religious, educational, and recreational activities to extend learning beyond the classroom.	Extra curricular facilities Qur'an Reading Club is listed as part of the on-site programs.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Al Forsan International Schools (FIS) operates in Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and Jeddah as part of Ajialuna Educational Company. The first campus opened in Riyadh in 2013, offering education from kindergarten to high school. A second campus followed in 2018 in the Eastern Province (Khobar), and a third campus opened in 2021 in the Al-Qairawan District of Riyadh. A fourth campus opened in 2025 in Jeddah on the King Abdulaziz University campus, expanding the network to serve students aged 3–18 with English-medium instruction and an American curriculum aligned to CCSS and NGSS.	History Al-Rowad International Schools were established at the beginning of the 1999/2000 academic year (1420/1421 AH) in Riyadh. The founder of Arrowad Group, Abdullah bin Ibrahim Al Khalaf, established Al-Rowad International Schools, and the school is part of the Arrowad Group's education network. Over the years AIS expanded its facilities and program offerings, incorporating both the British Curriculum Framework and the American Diploma system to address evolving student needs. Initiatives such as Tahfeeth programs and other extracurricular activities were introduced to enrich the educational experience, with emphasis on academic pursuits, enrichment activities, and community service. AIS celebrated 25 years of excellence in 2024.
Community	Community AFIS operates campuses in Riyadh (Alizdihar and Alqirawan), Alkhobar (Alrakah), and Jeddah (Jeddah Campus). The schools offer After School Programs that include religious, educational, and recreational activities to extend learning beyond the classroom. Parental involvement is supported through regular progress reports and open parent meetings, with guardians accessing student data and services via a dedicated Parent Portal; Classera, Savvas Realize, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook facilitate ongoing communications. The school conducts parent-focused workshops, including NGSS-focused sessions, to help families engage with their children's learning.	Community The AIS community emphasizes open and transparent communication with parents. Parents participate in frequent parent–teacher conferences and engage through the Parent-Teacher Council, which coordinates parent involvement and school activities. The community hosts performances, exhibitions, and award ceremonies that involve families and strengthen ties between home and school. Updates and learning information are shared with families through MYAIS and Schoology, supporting ongoing engagement.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Public information describes a parental involvement framework centered on a Parent Portal for administrative and communications needs. Guardians can access student records, transport arrangements, and financial balances through the portal. Classera, Savvas Realize, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook are used to connect with families, supporting ongoing teacher–parent communication. The school hosts parent-focused events and workshops, including NGSS sessions, to deepen understanding of curriculum and learning at home. Regular progress reports and open parent meetings are part of the home–school partnership, and after-school programs provide additional family‑involved activities.	Parent teacher association The school operates a Parent-Teacher Council that functions as its PTA, coordinating parent involvement in events, governance, and problem-solving. It fosters open communication between parents and staff and supports activities such as parent surveys and collaborative problem-solving. Parents participate in performances, exhibitions, and awards ceremonies that showcase student achievement. Parent workshops explain the British and American curricula and cover transitions and college readiness, enabling families to support their children's learning. Information updates and event coordination are facilitated through MYAIS and Schoology. The school also runs family-focused events, such as coffee mornings for mothers of KG and lower primary students to strengthen school–family partnerships.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school's curriculum is built on the American Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Instruction is in English. It serves ages 3–18 and awards an American High School Diploma. The teaching staff is at least 60% native English speakers, and the program emphasizes 21st‑century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, global awareness, and social responsibility, delivered through innovative teaching strategies like integrated technology, cooperative learning, differentiated instruction, goal setting, cross‑curriculum teaching, and assessment for learning.	Academic & intellectual AIS offers British and American curriculums with IGCSE accreditation, and provides a seamless AS/A Level pathway for university readiness. SAT Preparation is available starting from Grade 9. Tahfeeth (Quran memorization) is integrated with Islamic values within the curriculum. The main curriculum includes Qudurat & Tahsili, covering GAT/SAAT topics with detailed explanations and thorough practice exams.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art is an elective for Grades 4–6; Art is scheduled for all students in that range. After‑school programs also offer opportunities in the arts alongside sports, technology, and leadership.	Arts & creative AIS provides arts and music as part of student life, supporting creative development alongside academics. Students engage in creative activities within the broader extracurricular program, including music and arts. The school fosters a holistic education that values the arts as a key component of learning.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Arabic language and Islamic Studies are major components of the curriculum; Non‑Arabic speakers can attend Arabic language classes starting in Grade 2; French is offered as an elective for Grades 4–6; The language of instruction is English.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies After‑school programs cover sports, arts, technology, and leadership. Specific offerings include Homework Club with weekly progress reports, ESL, a Gifted and Talented WE Challenge program, STEM activities, After School External Prep, Phonic Mornings, and Intervention Support.	Social & hobbies Student life includes a broad range of extracurricular activities such as sports, languages, music, arts, community service, and leadership opportunities. The school hosts and participates in events and activities, including sports carnivals and school trips. The student body is diverse, with students from over 60 countries, enriching social life and collaborative experiences.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Community service programs and volunteering are part of student life, providing opportunities to contribute to the broader community.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional WE Challenge identifies high‑achieving students for Gifted and Talented work; Public speaking is part of after‑school programming, and leadership development is supported through these activities.	Leadership & professional Leadership opportunities are available for students as part of student life, supporting the development of leadership skills and broader professional readiness.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is included (Grade 4–6). After‑school programs provide opportunities for sports and recreation. The school day runs Sunday–Thursday from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and campuses include Alizdihar, Alqirawan, Alrakah, and Jeddah.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing and mental health are supported by a dedicated pastoral team, reflecting AIS's commitment to student welfare and an inclusive, supportive community.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The language of instruction is English. Special Arabic for non-native speakers is offered at all grade levels. French is offered for grades 4 through 12.	Language provision Languages taught include English and Arabic. English is used as a primary language of instruction across many subjects, and Arabic is taught as a core subject at Middle School. The Kindergarten program integrates English and Arabic literacy with numeracy, and includes Quran memorization (Tahfeez) and Arabic phonetics (Qaidah Noraniah) as part of language learning.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Arabic. In Kindergarten, English and Arabic are streamlined and taught within a theme-based curriculum, with English Literacy and Arabic Literacy integrated with numeracy. The Middle School program lists English and Arabic among its core subjects, indicating ongoing bilingual instruction.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions The school has a single campus in Riyadh, An-Nuzhah 11673 (P.O Box 93354). The campus is the only AIS location in the Kingdom. The school serves students aged 3 to 18. Curriculum and accreditation: AIS offers a dual British and American curriculum, with IGCSE accreditation and a seamless AS/A Level transition. SAT preparation is available from Grade 9. Grade structure: KG1–KG3; Grade 1–3; Grade 4–6; Grade 7–9; Grade 10–12. Languages of instruction are not specified on this page; the curriculum choices include British and American curricula. (No translation needed; factual statement based on curriculum page.) Admissions and placement: Admission follows Ministry compliance and seat availability. The grade-level placements run from Kindergarten through High School. Five-step application process: 1. Complete the online application; 2) Sit for the placement test; 3) Submit required documents; 4) Make the first semester fee payment; 5) Registration is completed. School fees: Tuition per grade is as follows: KG 1–3: 20,800; Grades 1–3: 22,300; Grades 4–6: 24,300; Grades 7–9: 26,800; Grades 10–12: 29,800. Optional packages: Books 950; Transportation (Round-Trip) 5,000/year; Transportation (One-Way) 4,500/year. All fees are in Saudi Riyal and exclude 15% VAT; books are included in tuition. Payment terms: For new applicants, the first semester fee must be paid immediately to secure a place. For current students, a 5,000 down payment is required to secure the spot, with the remaining balance due three weeks before the start of the academic year. Payment methods include Online Transfer via a dedicated IBAN and in-person payment at the Revenues Office. Student life: Our students are part of a diverse community, with activities and well-being support described in the student-oriented pages. (Refer to the student-life sections for details.)
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