École Française Internationale de Djeddah vs Jeddah International School

	É École Française Internationale de Djeddah Jeddah, Saudi Arabia	J Jeddah International School Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year SAR 25,217 - 48,609	Fees / year SAR 20,460 - 38,790
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 900	Pupils 1,800
Typical class size	Typical class size 24	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language French	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the École Française Internationale de Djeddah sits in the El Zahra (Al Zahra) district near Midan Al Tarikh. The mailing address is P.O. Box 9982, Djeddah 21423. The school is accessible by local roads in northern Jeddah, and a private bus service is arranged through Alfaisal Transport for commuting.	Location Jeddah International School is located at 2644 Rawdat Sadhah – Al Khalidiyah, Unit No 1, Jeddah 23422–7557, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The campus sits in the Al Khalidiyah district of Jeddah. It is near Qalb Al Jazirah Street and has access to main thoroughfares such as Prince Sultan Road in central Jeddah. The address places the school within Jeddah's urban northern area.
Stages	Stages The school offers education from Toute Petite Section (TPS) through Terminale, covering preschool to upper secondary. It comprises 16 teaching levels, with 15 levels homologated.	Stages The school offers programs from the early years through Grade 12, structured as Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). The curriculum combines American, French Baccalaureate, and international streams and is developed to prepare students for higher education both in Saudi Arabia and abroad.
School type	School type The École Française Internationale de Djeddah is a private French international school operated by Mission Laïque Française. It is part of the AEFE network and delivers curriculum aligned with French national education.	School type The school type is not explicitly defined as co-educational or single-sex in official materials; there is no publicly listed boarding facility. The institution presents a mixed-language, international program without a published statement on gender-segregated campuses.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The student body includes more than 30 nationalities, with French students making up about 20% of the population. The school does not publicly publish a detailed local versus international ratio.	Pupil nationality mix Public data on the number of nationalities represented or the local-to-international student ratio is not published.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides SEN support and has dedicated resources, including a school psychologist. This indicates provision for learners with Additional Learning Needs (SEN).	Additional learning support English as a Second Language (ESL) is included in the curriculum, along with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and French as language components. There is no explicit reference to a dedicated SEN facility in the published materials.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliation with France through the Mission Laïque Française (MLF) and the AEFE network. The school follows the French national education framework.	Country affiliation Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The school is licensed by the KSA Ministry of Education and operates as an international school in Saudi Arabia.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school is secular (laïque) with no religious affiliation noted.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is indicated in the official materials; the school's affiliations are with secular accreditation bodies.
School day structure	School day structure Ramadan-specific hours are published by the school and reflect schedule adjustments for that month. Publicly listed hours for standard days are not published on the site; the Ramadan schedule is publicly available.	School day structure The school day runs Sunday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Saturday operates from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Fridays are a day off.
Bus service details	Bus service details Yes. The school publishes a preferred private transport provider for commuting, Alfaisal Transport, including a contact number and email. Payments for the service are made directly to the provider, not through the school.	Bus service details Public information about a school bus service is not listed on the school's published pages; parents should contact the school to inquire about transport options.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and assessment fees - Frais d'évaluation (test / entretien) pour une première entrée : SAR 550 (TTC). Paiement possible par virement bancaire, en espèces ou par carte MADA à la caisse de l'établissement. - Frais de première inscription (droit d'entrée, DPI) : SAR 7,800 (montant hors autres frais). - Frais de réinscription annuels (DAI) : SAR 1,913. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts, 2025–2026) - Toute Petite Section (TPS, âge 2 ans) — SAR 25,217. - Petite Section (PS, âge 3 ans) — SAR 33,478. - Moyenne + Grande Section (MS–GS, 3–5 ans) — SAR 35,826. - Élémentaire – Collège (5–14 ans) — SAR 37,130. - Début du lycée (Seconde, 14–15 ans) — SAR 41,739. - Première et Terminale (15–18 ans) — SAR 48,609. - Remarques fiscales et remises : montants indiqués hors taxes applicables pour les élèves saoudiens ; une TVA de 15% s'applique aux élèves non-saoudiens. Remise de 10% à partir du troisième enfant inscrit. Les montants ci‑dessus s'entendent hors frais de première inscription (SAR 7,800) ou de réinscription (SAR 1,913). Per-term billing and invoicing (facturation) - Facturation par trimestre : la famille reçoit une facture du premier trimestre sur le compte EDUKA et l'inscription devient définitive après paiement intégral de cette facture. La publication consultée indique l'émission de factures trimestrielles mais ne détaille pas publiquement la ventilation numérique définitive par trimestre. Billing schedule and payment terms - La facture du premier trimestre est émise sur la plateforme EDUKA et doit être réglée dans les délais indiqués pour rendre l'inscription définitive. Pour les premières évaluations, le paiement est exigé en amont. Les détails précis des échéances, pénalités et conditions de paiement figurent dans le règlement financier de l'année (règlement financier 2025–2026). Boarding (internat) - Internat / pension : non applicable. L'offre de services de l'établissement présente des services de garderie et de transport scolaire mais aucune mention d'un internat. Other costs and recurring extras - Frais de transport scolaire : le service de transport scolaire est proposé, mais les tarifs par trajet/zones ne sont pas publiés sur les pages accessibles. - Restauration / cafétéria : la cafétéria existe et des menus sont publiés ; les prix des repas ne sont pas détaillés publiquement. - Activités périscolaires / clubs : inscriptions et engagements de paiement sont mentionnés pour les activités périscolaires ; les tarifs varient suivant l'activité et ne sont pas publiés sous forme unique sur les pages publiques consultées. Toute inscription validée vaut engagement de paiement. - Fournitures scolaires et lectures d'été : listes de fournitures et lectures publiées pour chaque niveau ; les coûts d'achat des fournitures restent à la charge des familles. - Uniformes : aucune grille de prix publique pour les uniformes trouvée sur les pages consultées. Refunds and cancellations - Politique de remboursement : les pages publiques consultées renvoient au « règlement financier 2025–2026 » pour les règles détaillées (échéances, modalités de remboursement, cas d'annulation, pénalités éventuelles). Aucune politique de remboursement chiffrée ou clause complète n'était publiée de façon explicite sur les pages accessibles (les conditions détaillées figurent dans le règlement financier). Fee payment options - Moyens explicitement mentionnés : virement bancaire, paiement en espèces, paiement par carte MADA à la caisse de l'établissement (mentionnée pour le paiement des frais d'évaluation). Les factures sont accessibles via la plateforme EDUKA ; le règlement financier contient les coordonnées bancaires / IBAN et modalités complémentaires. Courte synthèse des éléments manquants des publications accessibles - Les pages publiques consultées donnent les montants annuels par niveau, les frais d'entrée et de réinscription, l'existence d'un paiement d'évaluation et des moyens de paiement basiques, et indiquent que le détail complet est porté dans le règlement financier 2025–2026. Elles ne publient cependant pas les éléments numériques suivants de façon explicite : la ventilation chiffrée par trimestre (montants par terme), un calendrier précis d'échéances complet, les tarifs détaillés du transport, les prix de la cafétéria et des uniformes, ni la politique de remboursement complète. Le règlement financier 2025–2026 est le document de référence interne contenant ces précisions.	Fee details Application / Assessment Fees - Placement (assessment) fee for new applicants: SAR 500 (one-time, non-refundable). - Registration (enrolment) fee for new students: SAR 2,500 (one-time, non-refundable). Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts in SAR; Academic Year 2025/2026) - Pre‑primary / FS1 (Pre‑K): SAR 17,700 per year. - KG1 / FS2: SAR 19,000 per year. - KG2 / Y1: SAR 21,100 per year. - Grade 1 / Y2: SAR 23,380 per year. - Grade 2 / Y3: SAR 24,130 per year. - Grade 3 / Y4: SAR 24,630 per year. - Grade 4 / Y5: SAR 25,480 per year. - Grade 5 / Y6: SAR 26,005 per year. - Grade 6 / Y7: SAR 26,930 per year. - Grade 7 / Y8: SAR 28,530 per year. - Grade 8 / Y9: SAR 29,080 per year. - Grade 9 / Y10: SAR 30,680 per year. - Grade 10 / Y11: SAR 32,030 per year. - Grade 11 / Y12: SAR 32,830 per year. - Grade 12 / Y13: SAR 34,430–38,790 per year (published figures vary by source; the school lists Grade 12 at SAR 38,790 for AY 2025/2026 in the fee summary). Note on first year total for new entrants: the first year's invoice for a new child includes the one‑time placement and registration fees in addition to the annual tuition and any book fees; for example, a 3‑year‑old's first year total is shown as SAR 23,460 (Placement SAR 500 + Registration SAR 2,500 + Annual tuition SAR 19,855 + Books SAR 605). Per‑term figures (calculation assumption) - The published fees above are shown as annual totals. If the annual tuition is billed in three equal termly instalments (a common billing pattern among Jeddah international schools), the per‑term amount can be estimated by dividing the annual tuition by three. This per‑term figure is an inference based on the annual fees and common local practice (termly billing) and is provided only for budgeting convenience; the school does not publish a specific termly timetable on the fee summary used here. Example (illustrative): Grade 1 SAR 23,380 per year → approximately SAR 7,793 per term (SAR 23,380 ÷ 3). Billing schedule and payment terms - Published fees are presented as annual amounts for Academic Year 2025/2026; one‑time placement and registration fees are invoiced in the first year of enrolment. - A 5% discount for full (pre‑)payment of fees is listed in fee summaries from regional school listings. Family sibling discounts are offered (examples: second‑child and third‑child discounts; typical structure includes a 5% discount for the second child and 10% for the third and subsequent children on tuition only). - Value Added Tax (VAT) is applied in accordance with Saudi VAT law where applicable. - No detailed public schedule of term due dates or a published instalment calendar for Jeddah International School was found in the fee summary used here; many local international schools operate on a 3‑term instalment system, so parents should expect termly invoicing unless otherwise specified by the school. The statement about termly instalments is an inference based on regional practice. Boarding fees - Jeddah International School is a day school; boarding facilities are not provided, so no boarding fees apply. Other costs and mandatory extras - Books / learning materials: a book fee is listed for early years examples (e.g., SAR 605 shown for a 3‑year‑old's first year). Additional book or materials fees may apply by grade and are typically invoiced separately or included in first‑year totals. - Uniforms: the school supplies a uniform requirement; published listings indicate uniforms are required but do not list a universal uniform price in the public fee summary. - Transport (school bus): school bus service is available; bus fees are normally charged separately and depend on route. Specific bus fares for Jeddah International School were not published in the fee summary reviewed. - Optional activities and exam fees: supplementary fees (field trips, extracurricular activities, international trips, IB/AP/other exam fees, instrument hire and similar) may be charged in addition to tuition and are typically invoiced separately. Refunds and non‑refundable items - Placement (assessment) and registration (enrolment) fees are non‑refundable as published in fee listings. - No comprehensive published tuition refund policy or detailed refund terms for withdrawn students was located in the public fee summary used; where published, typical practice in the region is to withhold non‑refundable application/registration fees and to apply pro‑rata or no refunds for tuition depending on withdrawal timing and the school's formal terms. The lack of a detailed public tuition refund policy in the fee summary means parents should confirm exact refund terms directly with the school. Fee payment options - The fee summaries consulted do not publish a definitive list of accepted payment instruments (for example, specific bank account details, card processor names, or on‑site POS acceptance) in the public fee table. A 5% discount for full payment is recorded in regional school listings. Third‑party financing platforms have been used by some parents to fund school fees for local schools, according to a regional school‑booking platform listing. Parents should expect standard methods used by Saudi schools (bank transfer, cash deposit, cheque, or card) to be available but those methods were not explicitly listed in the public fee summary reviewed here. Quick budgeting summary (examples, annual SAR) - K1 (Kindergarten 1): SAR 20,460 (annual total excluding optional extras). First‑year total including one‑time fees shown as SAR 23,460. - Grade 1: SAR 23,380 (annual). Approx. SAR 7,793 per term if split into three equal instalments (inference). - Grade 9: SAR 30,680 (annual). - Grade 12: SAR 34,430–38,790 (annual, depending on published line); verify at enrolment. Sources used for these fee figures and terms: the school fee summary and public school listings for Academic Year 2025/2026. Key references used: International Schools Database (Jeddah International School fee page), regional school listing summaries (Gotouniversity), and regional school consultants' listings.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement There is no mandatory school uniform; students must follow a color code for clothing.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The school operates a cafeteria with varied menus. Secondary students have hot meals in the cafeteria, while primary and middle students purchase cold meals at kiosks.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by Mission Laïque Française and is part of the MLF network of French international schools.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Trustees. It maintains accreditation with multiple regional agencies and a license from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Education. It is affiliated with the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA), AdvancED, and the Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NESA).
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details EFID delivers the French national education program from early years through terminale, with entry from Toute Petite Section through Terminale. The school is homologated by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the Mission Laïque Française network, allowing students to sit official national diplomas such as the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Baccalauréat. The curriculum is taught in French as the core language, with English, Arabic, and Spanish offered as living languages; Cambridge English certificates and CIMA Arabic certificates are available through the Institut du Monde Arabe de Paris. A section culturelle provides a theatre education pathway, offering an education in theatre within the general program (parcours d'éducation au théâtre). The school follows the standard national curriculum rather than CNED, with CNED shown as Non for all levels on the AEFE profile.	Curriculum details The school delivers a well-balanced American, French Baccalaureate and international curriculum up to grade 12, with full accreditation from multiple regional agencies and licensing by the Saudi Ministry of Education. The curriculum is organized into Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12), with a High School Diploma awarded upon completing the required credits and documented in high school handbooks/manuals for Grades 11–12. Core subjects across the program include Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Art, P.E., Computer, Arabic and Islamic Studies and French, with ESL support in the early years. In Elementary, instruction follows an integrated day with core English Language, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, plus Specialist lessons in Art, P.E., Music and Computer, and regular exposure to Saudi culture through excursions. The Graduate Profile emphasizes 21st-century competencies and the five Cs—critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and citizenship—as core outcomes for graduates. College-preparation components include PRE-SATs, SATs and TOEFL courses, with historical reference to AP courses being anticipated; Grades 11–12 are supported by an Academic and Guidance Manual.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio (Not provided by the school site; available information focuses on curriculum, languages, and program structure.)	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results The school is a center for official national exams (DNB and Baccalauréat) as part of its CNED-free French curriculum; this status is noted by the school and AEFE, indicating alignment with France's national qualifications.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates typically pursue higher education at universities worldwide, following the French Baccalauréat pathway; the institution is positioned to prepare students for post-secondary studies in France and internationally.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented (No specific gifted-and-talented program details are published on the site; the curriculum is the standard French national program with additional language and cultural opportunities.)	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Social and emotional learning (SEL) is supported at the EFID through access to a school psychologist who can provide individual counseling and support for students' emotional and behavioural needs. A 2025 EFID post notes that there is a new school psychologist, and CM2 students interviewed her in English on the webradio, indicating active psychological support in the school community. An accueil class (CLA) welcomes non-French-speaking students to aid social integration and participation in class, which supports social inclusion. The school's multilingual environment—offering languages such as English, French, and Arabic—further facilitates cross-language social interaction and inclusion.	Social & emotional learning JIS describes a warm, caring and safe learning environment designed to stimulate curiosity, freedom of expression, positive competition, and community spirit. The curriculum is a well-balanced American, French Baccalaureate and international program developed to be sensitive to host-country beliefs and a multinational community. The school's philosophy states that parents and teachers are partners in student learning and emphasizes values such as individuality, fairness, respect, tolerance, cooperation, and self-esteem. The aims include providing cultural, physical and extracurricular activities that develop the ‘whole child' and that help students communicate in their language of instruction while respecting native languages. These elements collectively reflect an emphasis on social and emotional learning within a supportive school culture.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) EFID publicly discloses the presence of a school psychologist to support students with learning difficulties or behavioural issues. An accueil class is available for students who do not speak French upon arrival, helping them access the curriculum and integrate into school life. The school does not publicly disclose a list of specific SEN categories or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. No additional explicit SEN provisions are described in publicly available materials.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is part of EFID's language program, alongside French, Arabic, and Spanish, as indicated by principal communications about the school's multilingual offerings. The accueil class for non-French-speaking students provides targeted language support to facilitate English and other language acquisition as needed. A 2025 article notes that a school psychologist was interviewed in English, illustrating ongoing use of English in school activities. Spanish is listed among the languages offered at EFID.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) is explicitly provided as E.S.L. in the Elementary Program alongside Arabic, Islamic Studies and French. The Elementary Program includes specialist lessons in languages, which supports structured language learning. The school's aims state that students should develop their ability to communicate in their language of instruction while respecting native languages. The curriculum is described as an American, French Baccalaureate and international program, indicating multilingual language exposure. This combination suggests a formal approach to EAL within the school's multilingual framework.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school provides mental wellbeing support through the presence of a school psychologist who can conduct individual sessions with students. The psychologist's involvement is presented as part of EFID's holistic approach to student wellbeing. Language-support structures like the accueil class also contribute to wellbeing by promoting social inclusion for language learners.	Mental wellbeing JIS provides a warm, caring and safe learning environment designed to stimulate curiosity, freedom of expression, positive competition, and community spirit. The school's philosophy states that parents and teachers are partners in student learning, supporting a collaborative approach to wellbeing. Aims include developing a 'whole child' through cultural, physical and extracurricular activities, which supports emotional health. The curriculum emphasizes values such as respect, tolerance, cooperation and self-esteem, contributing to emotional wellbeing. Overall, wellbeing is presented as an integrated priority within the school's mission.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection. EFID is listed as a Mission Laïque Française (MLF) school within the AEFE network, which implies adherence to network standards, though specific safeguarding details are not publicly described here.	Safeguarding The school states it provides a warm, caring and safe learning environment. Safeguarding and student protection policies are not publicly disclosed in the available materials. The school is licensed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Education and maintains accreditation status with regional agencies. The school's philosophy that parents and teachers are partners in student learning supports safeguarding through shared responsibility. No explicit safeguarding handbook or policy document is publicly listed among the provided materials.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview The school invests in the improvement and expansion of facilities and resources to maintain its quality educational programs. It provides a warm, caring and safe learning environment that stimulates curiosity, freedom of expression, positive competition, and community spirit. It provides cultural, physical and extra-curricular activities that develop the 'whole child'. It uses technologies to enhance teaching and provides students with opportunities to use technologies.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities The school delivers a well-balanced American, French Baccalaureate and international curriculum up to grade 12. The curriculum is developed and improved to be sensitive to the host country's culture and multinational community and to prepare students for further education both locally and abroad. It maintains accreditation with multiple regional accreditation agencies and its licensed status with the KSA Ministry of Education. It invests in improving and expanding facilities and resources to support its quality educational programs.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities The school provides cultural, physical and extra-curricular activities that develop the 'whole child'. The aims include providing cultural, physical and extra-curricular activities to support holistic development. These activities contribute to a warm, caring learning environment and community spirit. The school emphasizes developing students' ability to communicate in the language of instruction while respecting the importance of the native language.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History EFID was created in 1966 by the French Bureau of Geologic and Mining Research. Two years later it gained the status of a French school abroad. In 1986 it moved to the Az-Zahra district near Heera Street on land leased from the Djeddah Municipality. Over the years, facilities were expanded: a sports complex (1987), a cafeteria (1988), a Documentation and Information Center (1996), a new space for kindergarten (1997), and laboratories for the sciences (1999). In 1997 the lycée levels were added, completing the school's homologation. In 2021 the school relocated to the north of the city near the King Abdullah Stadium, with new premises opened that year. In 2009 AEFE terminated its convention with the school, and it aligned with the Mission Laïque Française; the school holds homologation from the French Ministry of Education and is locally classified as a community foreign school. Financing comes from tuition paid by families, and the school operates as a non-profit; the Embassy of France in Riyadh and the Saudi Ministry of Education provide administrative supervision.	History Jeddah International School began on 05 September, 2003 as a company, with seven full-time staff and thirteen students. The Jeddah Campus Upgrade occurred on 01 June, 2007, increasing staff to 50 and students to 350. Further developments followed around 01 September, 2012. A campus-wide technology installation expanded capacity to 210 full-time staff and 1,550 students. In August 2019, a plan for a modern facility was in place, with 362 full-time staff and 1,800 students; governance rests with staff, parents and a Board of Trustees, and the school maintains accreditation with multiple regional agencies and a license from the Saudi Ministry of Education; the school is affiliated with international bodies such as the Middle States Association and AdvancED/NESA.
Community	Community EFID's community is diverse and multilingual, reflecting its French international orientation. The school promotes intercultural openness and a rich cultural life, including student-led media and projects. The site features a student newspaper, Les Chroniques de Djeddahtown, available online, and a student web radio, Radio EFID, showcasing student productions. Extracurricular activity is active, with posts about clubs, digital challenges, science projects, and cultural events in 2025–2026, as well as forums such as a post‑bac education forum and various language and cultural activities.	Community The school provides a warm, caring and safe learning environment that stimulates curiosity, freedom of expression, positive competition, and community spirit. The curriculum includes cultural, physical and extra-curricular activities to develop the whole child. Parents and teachers are partners in student learning. An events calendar covers daily, weekly, monthly activities and annual events.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association EFID is governed by a parental management council that includes parent representatives; Mission Laïque Française has signed a management mandate with the council. The school publishes minutes of governance meetings, including the Conseil d'Établissement and Assemblée Générale, with records available for 2023–24 and 2024–25. Scholarship campaigns (bourses) are organized for the 2025–2026 year in coordination with families and relevant authorities. The recruitment materials describe the parental council as the school's governance body, and the school maintains an active calendar of AGs and council meetings (e.g., 24 November 2024 assembly and 16 October 2024 council meeting).	Parent teacher association A standalone PTA is not publicly described on the site; governance includes staff, parents and a Board of Trustees. The school emphasizes that parents and teachers are partners in student learning. The site notes daily, weekly, monthly activities and annual events but does not list PTA-specific groups or events. News & Updates include teacher and student satisfaction surveys but do not mention a PTA. Public documentation about a PTA, its groups, and activities is not available in the accessible pages.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The school delivers a well-balanced American, French Baccalaureate and international curriculum up to grade 12. The curriculum is continuously developed and improved. The school prepares students for tertiary education both here and abroad. High School Diploma is offered for Grades 9–12, and Elementary and Middle School programs include specialist instruction in Art, P.E., Music, Computer, ESL, Arabic and Islamic Studies and French.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Specialist lessons in Art and Music are provided. Computer is taught as a specialist subject. ESL, Arabic and Islamic Studies and French are offered as language subjects.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school provides instruction in French, Arabic, English and Spanish, with Arabic certificates (CIMA) and English certificates (Cambridge) offered by the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris. The curriculum aims for mastery of these four languages and enables students to pursue the French national diplomas DNB and Baccalaureate. The school is approved by the French Ministry of Education and functions as an examination center for these diplomas. The motto is “two cultures, three languages.”	Cultural & language Arabic, Islamic Studies and French are offered as language subjects. ESL is provided to support language learners. The mission emphasizes delivering a curriculum sensitive to the host country's cultural beliefs and multinational community. The aims include developing students' ability to communicate in the language of instruction while respecting native languages.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The school hosts daily, weekly and monthly activities and annual events. Activities can be reviewed via downloadable calendars or an interactive calendar. The events program supports ongoing engagement beyond regular classes.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is taught as a specialist subject (P.E.) in Elementary and Middle School. The mission states that the school provides cultural, physical and extra-curricular activities to develop the ‘whole child.' The curriculum emphasizes a warm, caring and safe learning environment that stimulates curiosity, freedom of expression and community spirit. The program includes activities beyond academics to support overall well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French, Arabic, English, and Spanish are taught. The school welcomes students from Très Petite Section (from age 2) and carries an integrated program through the Baccalauréat. Cambridge English certifications and CIMA (Arabic) certifications are part of the language program, validated by the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris.	Language provision ESL (English as a Second Language) is provided; Arabic language and Islamic Studies are offered; French is offered as a language subject. The curriculum combines an American framework, the French Baccalaureate, and an international curriculum up to grade 12. The language-related program is delivered by specialist teachers within a subject-based approach.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school provides multilingual education guided by the motto 'two cultures, three languages'. The languages emphasized are French, Arabic, and English, with Spanish also taught. The language offerings are validated by Cambridge English certifications (for English) and CIMA certifications (for Arabic) issued through the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1. Enrollment is handled online via the EDUKA application. Create an EDUKA account if you are registering for the first time. Then access the admissions portal to begin a new student file for the 2025/26 school year. For additional information, contact Ms. Step 2. In the admissions portal, create the dossier for a new student for 2025/26. Complete the dossier with information as requested and gather all required documents. Ensure the dossier is started for the 2025/26 school year. Step 3. After the dossier is created, click on the “demande d'inscription” to finish the submission and upload all required documents. Ensure attachments match the request and are complete. Missing or non-matching attachments block the process. Step 4. For additional information, contact Ms. The admissions team can provide clarifications during the process.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships are offered as follows. For residents who are French, scholarship application forms are available from Mme OUARRAKI in EFID's accounting office or on the Consulate General of France in Djeddah's site. Read the information note about the 2025-2026 scholarship campaign. Scholarship applications must be submitted by families to the Consulate General of France by appointment no later than February 19, 2026; this deadline is strict. Note: children for whom a scholarship is requested must be enrolled at EFID and listed in the Consulate's registry of French nationals living abroad. For non-French residents, social aid toward registration and tuition may be granted on social criteria. Download the social aid application form and the list of required documents, then submit the dossier to EFID with all attachments by the stated deadlines. A commission reviews the applications, and the aid is a partial contribution toward the tuition.	Scholarships —
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