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Dammam has 4 schools in the affordable category, providing families with focused options.
Compare 4 Affordable international schools in Dammam, Saudi arabia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SAR 16,995), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Al Khozama International School (AKIS) in Dammam is located in Al Rakah, the educational hub in the Eastern Province. The school is recognized by the Saudi Ministry of Education and affiliated to CBSE Delhi, offering CBSE curriculum from Grade 1 onward and senior secondary level. The medium of instruction is English, with Hindi and Arabic offered as additional languages and Malayalam as a third language. The campus provides school buses and transport arrangements, libraries, and programs such as Understand Quran and NIIT Nguru in IT. Co-curricular programs include Gavel Club (Toastmasters), Scouts and Guides, and the Bunnies program for younger children. The school emphasizes experiential learning with a five-step method and aims to develop life skills, emotional intelligence, and responsible global citizens. The principal is Susan Liju Ipe.
The International Programs School (IPS) in Al Khobar opened in 2000 with 19 students and today enrolls more than 1,443 students from over 53 nationalities. IPS offers a North American curriculum and is IB World School authorized to run the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP) since 2016–2017, with an American Diploma Pathway in place for older grades. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and licensed by the Saudi Ministry of Education. Classes are conducted in English, with a robust Arabic language program taught by specialist staff. IPS operates as a gender-segregated campus within a large EuroVillage Compound, and provides a wide range of after-school activities, including a Student Council and diverse clubs. The program emphasizes international mindedness and 21st-century skills, supported by a diverse faculty and modern facilities that facilitate learning across Pre-K through Grade 12.
Excellence International School (EIS) in Dammam, Eastern Province, was established and licensed in 2002. It operates Cambridge International Examinations (CAIE), Pearson Edexcel, and OxfordAQA international qualifications and runs Preschool (KG) through Grade 9. The language of instruction is English, and the school offers English-led subjects alongside Arabic and other language options. EIS provides digital learning via Classera and supports sport through the EIS Football Academy, as well as arts activities such as Art Activities. The school maintains an active community framework with a PTA and multiple section leadership roles.
International Indian School Dammam (IISD) is a prominent educational institution established to serve the Indian community in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Founded in 1982, the school has grown into one of the largest in the region, offering the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The campus is divided into specialized sections for boys and girls, ensuring focused attention at every stage of development. IISD is renowned for its consistent performance in board examinations and its commitment to nurturing talent through a wide range of co-curricular activities. The school features dedicated facilities for science, IT, and libraries, alongside extensive sports grounds that support its active physical education program. A unique highlight is the school’s robust Scouts and Guides program, which fosters leadership and community service among students. With a diverse offering of regional languages and a vibrant student life, IISD provides a familiar yet dynamic environment for students away from home.
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