Compare International Schools in Madinah, Saudi arabia

Instructs in English, Urdu

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees SAR 16,000 - 22,000

Ajyal Al Haditha International School is located on Prince Naif Road in Madinah and welcomes students aged 4 to 18. The Cambridge-based curriculum is taught alongside Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, FBISE, and a bespoke program across KG-1 to Grade 12. The school is licensed and ministry-approved by MOE KSA, with four boards—Cambridge CIE, Edexcel, FBISE, and MOE KSA—shaping examinations. The British section delivers Cambridge IGCSE/A Level and Edexcel on-site, while the Pakistani section offers FBISE SSC and HSSC. Islamic studies and daily prayer are integrated into the timetable. Established in 2024, Ajyal has grown into a multicultural community of ten nationalities, with 40-plus faculty and staff by 2025. Facilities include a main hall, library, science laboratory, and an outdoor sports area. Classes run 7:00 to 14:30, Sunday to Thursday. Leadership: Sheikh Saleh Oudah Al-Johani, Abdulaziz Moslam Alhejaili, Muhammad Afzal. In Class of 2025, sixteen students achieved A* or A in IGCSE.

Location

Ajyal Al Haditha International School is located on Prince Naif Rd in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. It is licensed by the Saudi Ministry of Education under number 520-4171. The school opened in 2024 and teaches KG-1 through Grade 12.

Stages

Early Years (KG-1 to KG-3); Primary Stage (Grades 1-5); Middle Stage (Grades 6-8); IGCSE (Grades 9-10); AS Level (Grade 11); A Level (Grade 12)

Country affiliation

Saudi Arabia; MOE KSA licensed and ministry-approved (520-4171).

Religious affiliation

Islamic values are embedded in the timetable; daily prayer is part of the schedule.

School day structure

Islamic studies and daily prayer are built into the timetable.

Application fees

- Application / registration fee: No specific one-off application or registration amount is published on the school's public fee pages; the enrolment form includes a field for Registration but the school does not publish a fixed registration fee amount.

Annual tuition by year group (first‑child, second‑child, third‑child, fourth‑child, fifth+ child) — amounts are annual and exclude VAT

- KG‑1 (Kindergarten 1): SAR 16,000 · SAR 15,200 · SAR 14,400 · SAR 13,600 · SAR 8,000.
- KG‑2 (Kindergarten 2): SAR 16,000 · SAR 15,200 · SAR 14,400 · SAR 13,600 · SAR 8,000.
- KG‑3 (Kindergarten 3): SAR 16,000 · SAR 15,200 · SAR 14,400 · SAR 13,600 · SAR 8,000.
- Grade 1 (Primary 1): SAR 17,000 · SAR 16,150 · SAR 15,300 · SAR 14,450 · SAR 8,500.
- Grade 2 (Primary 2): SAR 17,000 · SAR 16,150 · SAR 15,300 · SAR 14,450 · SAR 8,500.
- Grade 3 (Primary 3): SAR 17,500 · SAR 16,625 · SAR 15,750 · SAR 14,875 · SAR 8,750.
- Grade 4 (Primary 4): SAR 17,500 · SAR 16,625 · SAR 15,750 · SAR 14,875 · SAR 8,750.
- Grade 5 (Primary 5): SAR 18,000 · SAR 17,100 · SAR 16,200 · SAR 15,300 · SAR 9,000.
- Grade 6 (Middle School 1): SAR 18,000 · SAR 17,100 · SAR 16,200 · SAR 15,300 · SAR 9,000.
- Grade 7 (Middle School 2): SAR 18,500 · SAR 17,575 · SAR 16,650 · SAR 15,725 · SAR 9,250.
- Grade 8 (Middle School 3): SAR 18,500 · SAR 17,575 · SAR 16,650 · SAR 15,725 · SAR 9,250.
- Grade 9 (IGCSE Year 1): SAR 19,000 · SAR 18,050 · SAR 17,100 · SAR 16,150 · SAR 9,500.
- Grade 10 (IGCSE Year 2): SAR 19,000 · SAR 18,050 · SAR 17,100 · SAR 16,150 · SAR 9,500.
- Grade 11 (AS Level): SAR 22,000 · SAR 20,900 · SAR 19,800 · SAR 18,700 · SAR 11,000.
- Grade 12 (A2 Level): SAR 22,000 · SAR 20,900 · SAR 19,800 · SAR 18,700 · SAR 11,000.

Per‑term illustration (equal three‑way split of the published annual fee; use only where fees are billed in three equal terms)

- KG‑1 / KG‑2 / KG‑3 (first child): SAR 5,333.33 per term; second child SAR 5,066.67; third child SAR 4,800.00; fourth child SAR 4,533.33; fifth+ SAR 2,666.67.
- Grade 1–2 (first child): SAR 5,666.67 per term; second child SAR 5,383.33; third child SAR 5,100.00; fourth child SAR 4,816.67; fifth+ SAR 2,833.33.
- Grade 3–4 (first child): SAR 5,833.33 per term; second child SAR 5,541.67; third child SAR 5,250.00; fourth child SAR 4,958.33; fifth+ SAR 2,916.67.
- Grade 5–6 (first child): SAR 6,000.00 per term; second child SAR 5,700.00; third child SAR 5,400.00; fourth child SAR 5,100.00; fifth+ SAR 3,000.00.
- Grade 7–8 (first child): SAR 6,166.67 per term; second child SAR 5,858.33; third child SAR 5,550.00; fourth child SAR 5,241.67; fifth+ SAR 3,083.33.
- Grade 9–10 (first child): SAR 6,333.33 per term; second child SAR 6,016.67; third child SAR 5,700.00; fourth child SAR 5,383.33; fifth+ SAR 3,166.67.
- Grade 11–12 (first child): SAR 7,333.33 per term; second child SAR 6,966.67; third child SAR 6,600.00; fourth child SAR 6,233.33; fifth+ SAR 3,666.67.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All published tuition figures are shown as annual amounts and exclude VAT. Sibling discounts are applied automatically from the second child onwards. School bus service is optional and is published at SAR 4,000 per child (annual).
- Fees are payable either by full settlement or through an approved instalment structure; outstanding balances from a previous year must be cleared before the next academic enrolment is activated. Examination permits and records may be withheld while balances remain unresolved. VAT is applied to tuition and applicable services in line with current Saudi VAT regulations.
- If fees are split across terms under an instalment plan, the instalment schedule and any administrative charges will be those agreed with the school as part of the approved instalment structure.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed among the school's programmes or fee items; no boarding fees are published and the school operates as a day school.

Other costs and optional charges

- School bus: SAR 4,000 per child (annual; optional).
- Books, uniforms and other non‑tuition charges: the enrolment form and fee fields show categories for Registration and Books, but fixed public prices for textbooks, uniforms, school supplies, exam entry fees or optional activities are not published as fixed amounts. Non‑tuition charges are designated non‑refundable under the school's refund policy.

Refund information

- Tuition refund schedule for withdrawal relative to the start of classes:
- Withdrawal before classes start: 100% of settled tuition refundable.
- Withdrawal during the first week of classes: 90% of settled tuition refundable.
- Withdrawal during the second week of classes: 80% of settled tuition refundable.
- Withdrawal in the third week or later: no tuition refund.
- Only tuition is refundable under the published refund terms; non‑tuition charges are non‑refundable. Outstanding balances and withdrawal liability rules may apply if withdrawal occurs after policy cut‑offs.

Fee payment options

- Payment mechanisms: the school states fees are payable in full or via an approved instalment structure; specific publicly listed payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, cheque or cash) are not published on the public fee pages. Payments are handled through the school finance office and the admissions/portal process.

Notes for parents

- All figures above are shown in Saudi Riyals (SAR) and exclude VAT. Sibling discounts are applied automatically per the published fee schedule. The school's published annual tuition table and the refund and payment policies are the basis for these figures.

Curriculum

Cambridge CIE, Pearson Edexcel, and FBISE curricula are taught from KG-1 to Grade 12. Islamic studies and daily prayer are integrated into the timetable. The grade range covers early years through A Level and HSSC. Cambridge CIE, Pearson Edexcel, and FBISE are the examination boards used.

Exam Results

The first IGCSE cohort sat examinations in 2025. Sixteen students achieved A and A grades.

Higher Education Progression

Accreditation pathways include Cambridge CIE (IGCSE and AS/A Levels), Pearson Edexcel (International GCSE and advanced qualifications), FBISE (SSC and HSSC), and MOE KSA. These pathways are structured for recognized post-secondary progression to universities.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Honesty, punctuality, and responsibility are integrated into daily school practices and interactions; Islamic character is formed as a habit rather than taught as a separate subject.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Urdu and English aligned learning support.

Safeguarding

Student and school data are handled by authorised staff only, under legal safeguards.

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King Abdulaziz Schools – International Section

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

King Abdulaziz Schools – International Section is an IB Continuum World School in Madinah offering PYP, MYP, and DP, alongside an American Program. The school serves learners aged 3 to 18 and teaches in English, with Arabic language support. It began IB implementation in 2014, was authorized for PYP in 2017, MYP in 2020, and DP in 2021, becoming the first Madinah school to offer all IB programmes and achieving Cognia accreditation. The curriculum integrates the IB continuum with STEM pathways across grade levels. The school is city's first and only IB Continuum School and provides reliable bus transportation around the Madinah Ring Road. Extra-curricular offerings include Drama Club, Art Club, Public Speaking Club, STEM Club, and Environment Club, with events such as Literacy Week, Space Week, Saudi National Day, Sports Day, and Cultural Day. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and a supportive environment with counselling and language development opportunity.

Location

3948 Ali Ibn Abi Talib Rd, Mahzur Unit No: 4, Al Madinah 42319-7079, Saudi Arabia. The school sits in Madinah (Medina), in the Mahzur area. It is easily accessible from the Ring Road.

Stages

Kindergarten to Grade 12

Additional learning support

KAS provides English and Arabic language support when needed to ensure successful integration and academic progress.

Country affiliation

Saudi Arabia

Bus service

Bus services are provided with stops around the Ring Road.

Application fees
- No specific application, registration, joining or assessment fee amounts are publicly listed for the International Section for the 2026/27 academic year.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a public fee schedule showing tuition amounts by year group or per term for 2026/27 (or 2025/26). No published breakdown of annual, termly or grade‑by‑grade tuition rates is available in the school's admissions or policy materials. As a result, specific numeric tuition figures per term or per year group are not available for inclusion here.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition must be paid in full and up front as part of registration to confirm enrollment; admitted students receive access to school services and electronic accounts once full payment is received. There is no publicly posted alternative installment schedule or published term-by-term billing timetable in the school's admissions and policy documents.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding or residential provision or boarding fees are published for the International Section. The school provides student bus transportation and operates as a day school; therefore boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and typical extras
- No separate, published charges for uniforms, textbooks, technology, extracurricular activities, exam levies, or capital/technology fees are provided in the school's publicly available admissions and policy materials. The school does offer bus transportation services (stops around the city ring road), but the transport fee amount or payment terms for transport are not published in the school's public materials. Any additional one‑off costs (uniforms, books, external exam fees, trips, etc.) are not listed with specific prices.

Refund information
- There is no published, itemised refund policy or a fee‑refund schedule available in the school's admissions or admission‑policy documents. The admission policy requires full, up‑front payment for tuition at registration; no publicly posted terms for tuition refunds, partial refunds, or circumstances that permit refund were found in the school's published admission policy.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)
- The school's public admissions and policy pages state that full tuition payment is required to confirm enrollment, but no public list of accepted payment methods (credit/debit card, bank transfer, local bank details, online gateway, cash, or cheque) is published alongside fees or in the admission policy.

Summary of availability of fee data
- Detailed numeric fee figures (application fees, tuition per grade or per term, transport charge amounts, uniform or book prices, published refund table, and accepted payment method details) are not published in the school's publicly available admissions pages or admission policy documents for the 2026/27 academic year (or 2025/26). The admission policy does require that tuition be paid in full and up front at registration and the school provides bus transportation as a day‑school service. These policy points are stated, but numeric fee amounts and other line‑item prices are not available in the school's published materials.

Admissions

Step 1: Applications are reviewed by the KAS Admission Committee (School Principal, Programme Coordinators, Heads of Departments, teachers, and the Admission Officer) based on seat availability and academic readiness. The Admissions Team supports families throughout the application process and provides guidance on the IB continuum programmes to help students make informed choices. The process ensures alignment with program sequencing.

Step 2: General Admission Criteria: Admission decisions are based on interview performance. Entrance test results are considered where applicable. Availability of seats determines capacity. Final approval rests with the School Principal.

Step 3: Early Years (KG2 – PYP1): Admission includes interview with the Elementary Principal and teacher. A short developmental assessment is conducted. Students are assessed in basic language, math, fine motor, and communication skills. Applicants must be able to communicate in Arabic or English.

Step 4: PYP2 – PYP5: Applicants must attend an interview and sit for entrance tests in English, Arabic, and Math. Acceptance is based on performance; conditional acceptance may be offered when appropriate. PYP5 students attend a compulsory MYP Orientation.

Step 5: MYP 1 – MYP5: Applicants must sit for entrance tests in English, Arabic, Math, and Science; Attend an interview. Admission decisions are based on academic performance and overall readiness for the programme.

Step 6: Diploma Programme (DP) option: Students completing MYP5 may apply for IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or American Diploma. The DP tracks include IB Diploma Programme and American Diploma.

Step 7: IB Diploma Requirements (Internal Students) and External DP Year 2: Internal DP candidates must complete the MYP Personal Project and achieve minimum grades in SL and HL subjects. They must maintain satisfactory attendance and behavior, obtain teacher recommendations, and have an interview with the DP Coordinator. External DP Year 2 applicants must provide Extended Essay and CAS documentation.

Step 8: American Diploma Requirements: American Diploma Requirements include minimum 70% in core subjects. Satisfactory attendance and behavior, entrance exams (English, Math, Science), an interview, and recommendation letters are required. SAT scores are preferred but not required.

Step 9: Inclusive Admissions & Learning Support: The school welcomes all applicants, respects individual differences, and treats students equitably. The school building is accessible to students with mild physical disabilities. Applicants with learning support needs must submit relevant documentation during the admissions process. The school provides English and Arabic language support when needed to ensure successful integration and academic progress.

Step 10: Registration: Upon acceptance, families must submit required identification, academic records (attested by the Saudi Ministry of Education), medical records (if applicable), and complete tuition payment to confirm enrollment. All student records are securely stored, and confidentiality is guaranteed.

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MADAC School

Instructs in English, Arabic

Ages 3 - 16 years

Type Co-educational

MADAC School in Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia, delivers the International Baccalaureate continuum for a global-minded, locally rooted education. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) serves Kindergarten to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) runs through Grade 10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) culminates in Grade 12 with IB external examinations, complemented by national benchmarking through NAFIS. The school emphasizes Arabic and English language proficiency, helping students master both languages while honouring Islamic heritage and Saudi culture. A distinctive feature is integrating IB learning with local context and Vision 2030 goals. Facilities include safe, well-equipped science laboratories and a Kindergarten environment that opens to natural gardens to foster inquiry beyond the classroom. MADAC prioritizes career advising and university counseling alongside a broad range of extracurricular activities. Governance is chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Salman, reflecting strong leadership support for student development. The school fosters inquiry, citizenship, and resilience.

Location

Medina, Saudi Arabia

Stages

Kindergarten; Primary Years Programme (PYP) KG–5; Middle Years Programme (MYP) 6–10; Diploma Programme (DP) Grades 11–12

Type

IB World School

Country affiliation

Saudi Arabia

Religious affiliation

Islamic heritage

Application fees
- No published application or registration fee amounts are available in the school's public admission materials for the 2026/27 academic year. For direct admission contact: Admissions@madac.edu.sa and phone 9200 08967.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a term-by-term or year-by-year tuition schedule for the 2026/27 academic year in its public admission resources. There are no official per-term or per-year fee figures available in the school's published admission information.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No publicly posted, detailed billing schedule (for example: number of instalments, specific due dates, or late-payment penalties) is available in the school's admission materials for 2026/27. Parents should assume that formal billing and payment terms are provided directly at registration or in the enrolment contract. Contact Admissions@madac.edu.sa for exact payment deadlines and instalment options.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- MADAC School does not publish any boarding or residential-student fee schedule in its public materials for 2026/27. There is no indication of an on-campus boarding program with published fees in the available admission documents.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, transport, materials, extracurriculars)
- No specific, published amounts for uniforms, transport, activity fees, technology fees, or extracurricular programme charges are available in the school's public admission information for 2026/27. Expect separate charges for optional services (transport, uniforms, trips, exam fees, etc.) to be outlined in the enrolment agreement or parent information pack. For details and current prices, contact Admissions@madac.edu.sa.

Refund information
- There is no publicly posted refund or withdrawal policy with specific refundable amounts or deadlines published for 2026/27 in the available admission documentation. Refund terms (for example proration on mid-term withdrawal, non-refundable registration fees, or notice periods) are typically set out in the formal enrolment contract. Parents should request the school's written refund/withdrawal policy as part of admission paperwork.

Fee payment options
- The school's public admission information does not list specific payment methods (such as accepted credit cards, bank transfer details, or other online payment portals) for the 2026/27 academic year. Confirm accepted payment methods and banking details with the school's admissions office via Admissions@madac.edu.sa or by phone (9200 08967).

Scholarships and financial assistance
- MADAC offers an Academic Scholarship programme that can cover tuition and related educational expenses for qualifying students. Specific terms, eligible years, and the scope of scholarship coverage are provided through the school's scholarship policy and admissions process.

Summary of findings (actionable next step)
- For the 2026/27 academic year, the school has not published a public fee schedule with application fees, tuition by year/term, billing schedule, boarding costs, or payment-method details. Third-party directories list estimated ranges but the school has not posted official figures in its admission materials; therefore, exact fee amounts and formal billing/refund terms must be obtained directly from the admissions office: Admissions@madac.edu.sa, 9200 08967.

Curriculum

MADAC follows the International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Kindergarten–Grade 5; Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grade 6–10; Diploma Programme (DP) for Grade 11–12, with IB external examinations at the end of Grade 12. The school is in Medina (Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah) and emphasizes strengthening both Arabic and English language proficiency.

Exam Results

In 2025 MADAC students achieved extraordinary results, surpassing national and regional averages in Medina and aligning with the Kingdom's Vision 2030.

Higher Education Progression

Career advising and university counseling are prioritized to support progression to higher education.

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