Compare Affordable International Schools in Dammam, Saudi arabia

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 15 years

Fees SAR 9,000 - 14,500

Pupils 123

Type Girls School, Boys School

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.

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International Programs School Al Khobar

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees SAR 30,900 - 57,680

Pupils 1443

Type Co-educational

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.

Location

The International Programs School is located in Al Khobar, in the Qurtoba district of the Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The campus address is Al Ameer Sultan Road, Qurtoba, Al Khobar 34236. It is accessible via the main roads in Khobar.

Stages

IPS offers three program levels: Primary Years Programme (Pre-K through Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). The school also offers International Baccalaureate programs (PYP and DP).

Type

IPS operates as a gender-segregated school with separate campuses for boys and girls. It follows a North American curriculum and is an IB World School offering PYP and DP.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Nationalities represented: 53; Student body: 1,443. The most common nationality and the local-to-international ratio are not publicly disclosed.

Additional learning support

IPS has an Inclusion Policy and a Student Support Team (SST) that provides inclusion services, differentiation, and individualized plans (ISP/IEP) where needed. All students have access to a differentiated curriculum with English-language support; there are no separate classrooms for special education.

Country affiliation

No formal country affiliation is listed. IPS follows a North American curriculum and IB programs.

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation is listed.

School day structure

The school provides an annual calendar (including 2025–2026) but start/end times for the school day are not publicly published on the site.

Bus service

IPS indicates a school bus service exists (the site's international-school listing notes a School bus entry). Details on routes, providers, and fees are not publicly published; contact IPS for specifics.

Application & testing fees

- Admissions testing fee (per applicant): SAR 750. This testing fee is non-refundable and is payable by bank transfer or Mada card while at school; cash is not accepted.

- New-student enrollment fee (non-refundable) for KG1 through Grade 12: SAR 4,000 per student. This enrollment fee is required to confirm and hold an offered place.

- Falcons' Nest (nursery/early learning) enrollment fee (non-refundable): SAR 2,000 per child.

Tuition fees — annual and installment breakdown

- Falcons' Nest / Nursery (Falcons' Nest program):
- Early learning (age bands shown on program): Enrollment fee SAR 2,000; annual fees and installment schedule shown per age group (examples published include SAR 30,900 or SAR 33,990 annual with two equal installments). Payment is typically split into two installments as shown for each category.

- KG1 (Kindergarten 1):
- Enrollment fee (non-refundable): SAR 4,000.
- Annual tuition: SAR 33,990.
- 1st installment: SAR 16,995 (due on the published first-installment date).
- 2nd installment: SAR 16,995.

- KG2 (Kindergarten 2):
- Enrollment fee (non-refundable): SAR 4,000.
- Annual tuition: SAR 44,290.
- 1st installment: SAR 22,145.
- 2nd installment: SAR 22,145.

- Grades 1–4:
- Enrollment fee (non-refundable): SAR 4,000.
- Annual tuition: SAR 48,410.
- 1st installment: SAR 24,205.
- 2nd installment: SAR 24,205.

- Grades 5–6:
- Enrollment fee (non-refundable): SAR 4,000.
- Annual tuition: SAR 50,470.
- 1st installment: SAR 25,235.
- 2nd installment: SAR 25,235.

- Grades 7–8:
- Enrollment fee (non-refundable): SAR 4,000.
- Annual tuition: SAR 52,530.
- 1st installment: SAR 26,265.
- 2nd installment: SAR 26,265.

- Grades 9–12:
- Enrollment fee (non-refundable): SAR 4,000.
- Annual tuition: SAR 57,680.
- 1st installment: SAR 28,840.
- 2nd installment: SAR 28,840. Note: additional fees apply at Grade 12 for students who sit the IBDP (exam/registration fees).

VAT for non‑Saudi (non‑resident) students

- A 15% VAT is applied to the enrollment fee and to tuition for non‑Saudis. VAT amounts are published alongside the base fees for each grade.

Re-enrollment / seat reservation deposit

- Re-enrollment (seat reservation) deposit: SAR 2,500 (non‑refundable, excluding VAT). This deposit is required to reserve a seat at re‑enrollment and is deducted from the first semesters fees for the following academic year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard tuition installment schedule (published): first installment due on the schools published first-installment date (example shown: due August 3rd) and second installment due in January. Students are permitted to attend only after the first-installment tuition payment has been made.

- Admissions testing is scheduled after a complete application; the testing fee must be paid at the time of testing as noted under enrollment procedures. Failure to complete required payments or to attend within two weeks of enrollment may result in withdrawal of the offered place.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered. All students admitted must live with a parent or an authorized adult guardian; there is no boarding provision.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Uniform: Wearing the school uniform is mandatory. Uniforms are supplied through the contracted vendor ZAKS; uniform availability and vendor contact details are published. Uniform item prices are handled by the vendor and are not included in the tuition figures.

- IBDP exam / registration fees: Grade 12 students who choose the IBDP are responsible for international exam/registration fees in addition to tuition; specific student charges are assessed when registration occurs.

- Textbooks: Tuition fees include the use of books as published in the fee notes.

- Sibling discounts: A published sibling discount structure applies: 25% discount for a third child and 50% discount for a fourth child and beyond (applied as published).

- Falcons' Nest additional services: After‑school care for Falcons' Nest children is published as a separate annual fee (example value shown in program details: SAR 10,000 for after‑school care).

Refund information

- Refunds are not authorised after the first week of each academic term. Separate non‑refundable notes apply to testing, enrollment fees, and the re‑enrollment deposit as published.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Accepted payment methods (published): wire transfer or bank draft for general tuition payments. Personal checks are not accepted. Falcons' Nest materials note that only wire transfers are accepted for that program. The admissions testing fee may be paid by bank transfer or Mada card while at school.

- Bank details published for transfers (use these exact details when remitting tuition by wire transfer or bank draft):
- Account name: International Programs School Co.
- Bank name: Riyad Bank
- Account number: 3160751039940
- IBAN: SA22 2000 0003 1607 5103 9940
- SWIFT: RIBLSARIXXX.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Student Support Team (SST) provides inclusion services, differentiation strategies, and assistance for students with social and emotional concerns, with teachers and parents as the first points of contact.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

SEN is supported through the SST with Academic and Learning Support, individualized support plans (ISP) and, when appropriate, individualized educational plans (IEP); IPS does not operate separate SEN classrooms and services are embedded in mainstream classes.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

For English as an Additional Language (EAL), IPS employs staff to support EAL needs and uses the WIDA testing system to identify and support those needs.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is addressed through Counseling Services in both individual and group formats, with a school counselor and a school psychologist as part of the Student Support Team.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and student protection are covered by the IPS Inclusion Policy, which emphasizes informed consent, confidentiality, and procedures for harm concerns, with SST coordinating referrals to appropriate professionals.

Admissions

Admissions Process (Overview and Timeline)
- IPS begins accepting applications in the 2nd week of January; only complete applications are scheduled for assessment. Admission decisions for those tested from the second week of February are communicated within 7 business days. Tests for all applicants are scheduled from the 4th week of February onward, and additional assessments occur in March, April, May, and June on a first-come, first-served basis. If a grade fills, IPS may close applications for that grade and notify scheduled testers, with any monies returned.

Enrollment Application Procedures
- The following documents must be submitted with the application: a fully completed application form with signatures; photocopies of academic report cards for the previous three years in English or Arabic (attested); MOE-grade attestations where applicable; a complete Transcript of Records for high school applicants; current school confidential recommendation letter; photocopies of both parents' and child's passports; a copy of the child's birth certificate in English or Arabic; photocopies of iqama/family I.D. (front and back) or GCC ID (with a residence visa letter if iqama is in process); an employment letter from the parent's company. Admission testing will be scheduled after the forms and documents are complete and will incur a non-refundable testing fee of SAR 750, payable by bank transfer or Mada card.

Acceptance and Enrollment
- After completing the assessment to the required standard and an opening is available, IPS will contact the family to offer a place in the appropriate class. To confirm and hold the seat, the non-refundable enrollment fee must be paid. Enrollment is not official until this step is completed, and failure to begin school within 2 weeks of enrollment may result in withdrawal. There is a waiting list if space is not available at the time of inquiry.

Scholarships

The school does not provide information regarding scholarships being offered.

Waitlist

There may be a wait-list for admissions. When this occurs, the child's name is placed on the list and IPS contacts families if space becomes available.

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Al Khozama International School Dammam

Instructs in English

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees SAR 7,800 - 9,000

Pupils 1250

Type Co-educational

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.

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International Indian School Dammam

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 17 years

Fees SAR 2,940 - 4,140

Type Co-educational

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.

Location

The International Indian School Dammam is in the Al Khobar area of the Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The school site spans about 9.8 acres and comprises separate campuses for boys and for girls on the same overall grounds. The postal address is P.O. Box 3320, Al Khobar 31952, and the school serves families from Dammam, Khobar, and nearby communities, with a network of school buses operating in the area.

Stages

The school offers a K–12 program, from Lower Kindergarten (LKG) through Class XII. The Preparatory section includes Grades I and II, and the KG and Prep streams feed into the primary and secondary levels, with separate sections for boys and girls.

Type

The school operates two gender-segregated campuses (one for boys and one for girls) within a single organizational structure. It is CBSE-affiliated (Affiliation No. 5730002; School No. 90056) and is overseen by the Embassy of India in Riyadh.

Pupil Nationality Mix

The pupil population is largely Indian expatriates, reflecting the school's Indian CBSE orientation and embassy patronage. The school serves Indian communities and has a very large student body. Exact nationality distribution beyond the Indian majority is not publicly published.

Additional learning support

The KG section includes a Special Child Care Section that focuses on abilities rather than disabilities. It provides adapted equipment and dedicated staff, with progression goals monitored regularly and high achievers mainstreamed when appropriate.

Country affiliation

The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and operates under the patronage of the Ambassador of India in Riyadh.

Religious affiliation

There is no formal religious affiliation stated; the school follows CBSE curriculum under Indian embassy oversight.

School day structure

Office hours run from 7:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. Sunday through Thursday, with shorter hours on Saturdays. The formal school day typically follows these timings, with grade-specific schedules and breaks as appropriate.

Bus service

A private bus service operates with multiple routes that cover Dammam, Khobar and nearby areas. The Bus Route Map lists routes such as D1–6G, D14, D2, D3, D4–20, and others, each linked to a map. The Transport Office coordinates the service, with a Transport Coordinator and a Transport Supervisor/Accounts contact available for inquiries; routes include DAMMAM and KHOBAR services, and driver details are published for each route.

Uniform Requirement

There is a prescribed school uniform. Details such as colour and where to purchase are not published.

Food Options

There is a canteen on the Vision Campus. Public details on the canteen's menu or dietary options are not provided on IISDammam's online materials.

House System

The school uses a house system with six houses: Garnet, Emerald, Sapphire, Topaz, Amethyst and Diamond. Inter-house competitions are organized in sports, culture and literary activities.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a Managing Committee elected by parents. The Ambassador of India is the Patron of the School.

Application / Registration and Admission Test fees

- Registration (application) fee: SAR 100 (non‑refundable).
- Admission Test fee: SAR 100 (non‑refundable). Total at registration: SAR 200 + VAT.

Development fund and admission fees

- Development Fund (charged at admission): First child SAR 1,500; second child SAR 750; third child SAR 500; subsequent children SAR 250. This is non‑refundable except where the child is not admitted or does not attend even for a single day (SAR 100 will be deducted for cancellation).
- Admission fee for new/readmission to Class XI & XII: SAR 2,000.
- Transfer fee (from other International Indian Schools under Embassy aegis): SAR 250 per child.

Tuition fees (detailed by payment type and year group)

- Standard (lump‑sum / reimbursed category): SAR 12,000 per annum per child. Payable in a single lump sum or in installments of up to 12 monthly payments of SAR 1,000 each. Per‑term equivalent (three terms per year; each term = 4 months): SAR 4,000 per term. Per‑month equivalent under this plan: SAR 1,000 per month.

- Concessional (self‑paid / parents not entitled to employer reimbursement). Monthly rates (apply when the parent produces a declaration certifying no employer reimbursement):
- Nursery: SAR 345 per month — per term SAR 1,380; per year SAR 4,140.
- LKG to Grade V: SAR 245 per month — per term SAR 980; per year SAR 2,940.
- Grades VI to X: SAR 265 per month — per term SAR 1,060; per year SAR 3,180.
- Grades XI & XII: SAR 345 per month — per term SAR 1,380; per year SAR 4,140.

Annual / recurring mandatory charges and exam fees

- Annual charges (charged in April) for diary, library, photography, sports, academic planner and publications:
- Classes I–VIII: First child SAR 70; sibling SAR 55.
- KG & Grades IX–XII: First child SAR 65; sibling SAR 50.
- CBSE registration and examination fees (payable in May): Class IX & XI registration SAR 40; Class X exam fee SAR 575; Class XII exam fee SAR 630.
- Lab fees for Classes XI & XII: Science students SAR 50; Commerce students (without Mathematics) SAR 25; Arts students SAR 25.
- Other miscellaneous fees (examples): Graduation Day (Class XII) SAR 100; Duplicate TC SAR 200 per copy; Duplicate report card SAR 50; Course & conduct certificate SAR 10; Attestation charges SAR 10 per copy; Replacement ID card SAR 15; cancellation of TC within one month SAR 100. Registration and admission test fees are listed above.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Academic year: April 1 to March 31; the year is divided into three terms (April–July; August–November; December–March). Tuition is due on or before the 20th of every month (including winter break). For July & August (summer vacation) payment may be made on or before 20 September without fine.
- Installment option: up to 12 monthly installments (standard lumpsum plan uses SAR 1,000/month).
- Late payment charge: SAR 1 per day after the 20th of the month. Non‑payment for two consecutive months may result in removal from the class register; readmission requires payment of readmission fee as per school rules.
- Payment reconciliation: a separate deposit slip must be used for each child and admission number must be entered on the deposit slip; exact amount including VAT should be deposited. Fee once paid will not be refunded under normal circumstances.

Payment methods and bank details

- Accepted methods: cash payment at the school cash counter; bank deposit at Saudi British Bank (SABB) branches; net banking (preferred for SABB account holders). ATM/mobile app payment is not advised. Parents are advised to use net banking or deposit slips and to include the admission number as reference.
- SABB account details provided for electronic transfers (school beneficiary): Name: International Indian School; SABB Account No and IBAN are published for fee transfer (use the school's admission number as reference and include VAT in the amount). Net transfers from SABB accounts are usually free of charge; transfers from other banks may attract charges to be borne by the parent.
- For bank payments: upload the deposit slip to the school's fee deposit e‑mail (the school's fee office processes bank payments and updates may take 3–4 working days).

Boarding fees

- The International Indian School Dammam operates as a day school. Boarding facilities and boarding fees are not applicable.

Uniform and books

- The school enforces a specified uniform policy (summer, winter and sports/PT uniforms described in the prospectus). The prospectus specifies uniform items and that proper attire and ID card are compulsory; explicit uniform price amounts are not listed in the fee schedule. Parents should expect to purchase required uniform items separately.
- Books list and book supply arrangements are published separately (book lists are issued for the academic year). Any book charges or where books are provided are stated in the school's published book lists.

Refunds and withdrawal / transfer rules

- Development Fund: refundable only if the child is not admitted or did not attend even for a single day; SAR 100 will be deducted for cancellation.
- Refund of tuition: if a student is withdrawn during an academic year, tuition fees paid in advance corresponding to calendar months after the date of withdrawal will be refunded (subject to the school's notice and withdrawal rules). If fees were paid up to the month the notice for withdrawal is given, no refund will be made for that month. Where a candidate pays fees but does not report for even a single day, April tuition is not refunded (only the development fund is refundable in that case). Fee once paid will not be refunded under normal circumstances.

Consequential and administrative charges

- Readmission fee and cancellation charges: readmission fee varies depending on duration of non‑payment (examples and scales are published); cancellation of TC within one month SAR 100; re‑admission fee and other readmission conditions apply where a student has been removed from rolls.

Notes

- All fees indicated are subject to VAT as applicable and the school reserves the right to revise the fee structure. Specific installment schedules, sibling concessions and category‑based slabs are described in the school's fee documents.

Curriculum

The International Indian School Dammam follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) syllabus from pre‑primary through Class XII, with English as the medium of instruction and Hindi as a core language; additional languages such as Arabic, Urdu, Malayalam, Tamil, Marathi, Telugu and Kannada are offered across different year groups. In the senior years, CBSE streams are available in Arts, Science and Commerce, with students taking AISSE (Class 10) and AISSCE (Class 12) examinations. The curriculum aligns with NCERT CBSE syllabi and covers English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Environmental Studies, and Computer Studies, with early years focusing on foundational English/Hindi literacy, numeracy, general knowledge and creative activities. The school follows CBSE's continuous and comprehensive assessment framework across levels. Co-curricular programs, including arts and crafts, debates, clubs and sports, complement academics, and the school reported strong Class X and XII results for the 2024-25 cycle.

Student Teacher Ratio

Not specified on the public pages.

Exam Results

The school reported Class X and XII results for 2024-25 with a substantial number of students achieving high marks.

Higher Education Progression

Not specified on the public pages.

Gifted and Talented

Not specified on the public pages.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

SEL is supported by a Health & Wellness team (five Health & Wellness Teachers) and two School Counselors, with student groups such as Guides (Classes VI–X Girls), Scouts, and Bulbul providing social-emotional development opportunities.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Publicly disclosed materials list a School Counselor and Health & Wellness staff, but there is no publicly disclosed dedicated SEN department or explicit SEN provisions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

There is no publicly disclosed information about English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported by Health & Wellness staff, and IISD emphasizes holistic development including mental, physical, moral and cultural growth.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is addressed through a Parent Charter committing to safe and secure physical and emotional environments, zero tolerance for bullying or harassment, and a formal grievance redressal process with escalation to the Principal, School Management Committee, and Higher Board.

Admissions

1. Online registration for 2026-27. Parents can submit an admission registration application via the IISD site. After successful submission, an automatically generated reference number is emailed to the parent for future reference. The printed application and the required documents must be brought to registration; submitting an online form does not guarantee admission. Admission is subject to seat availability and MOE approval.

2. Admission test and interview. Nursery, LKG and UKG admissions are based on age criteria and an informal interview. Class I admissions depend on age criteria and passing an admission test. Classes II–XII require an admission test and, for most classes, submission of the original Transfer Certificate from the previous school; CBSE direct admission for Classes IX–XII has additional CBSE requirements.

3. Documents and verification. At registration, bring the printed online application, original passport for verification, father/mother/child passport copies, original Iqama, two copies of Iqama, Absher/MOI print-out showing Iqama expiry, two recent passport photos, and the original Transfer Certificate (and marks sheets for XI–XII where applicable). Admission is subject to MOE/local government approvals.

4. Fees and development fund. A non-refundable development fund is charged at admission and varies by child order. Tuition is SR 12,000 per year per child, payable in lump sum or in installments up to 12 monthly payments; a monthly amount of SR 1,000 is listed for certain categories. CBSE registration/exam fees are payable as applicable (e.g., CBSE registration for IX and exam fees for X and XII).

5. Enrollment after admission. After confirming admission, the parent must remit the development fund and the April tuition before classes begin. If the student does not attend, only the development fund is refundable, with a SR 100 deduction for cancellation.

6. CBSE direct admissions (IX–XII). For direct admissions under CBSE, required documents include the CBSE registration number, class IX LOC, prior year marks, Transfer Certificate, parent job offer letter and address proof, rental agreement, valid Iqama, and related items.

7. Additional notes. The admissions process includes a registration fee and an admission test fee payable on registration, and all admissions require MOE approval and seat availability.

Scholarships

No information on scholarships for International Indian School Dammam is published.

Waitlist

No published waitlist system is described. Admissions are based on seat availability and MOE approval.

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