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Britus International Schools Al Olaya has instruction in English.
Location
The BIS Al Olaya campus is located in the Olaya district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musaed bin Jalawi Street. The district is a central area with access to major city routes and amenities.
Stages
The school provides a K-12 program with Pre-School, Elementary, Middle, and High School divisions.
Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school serves local Saudi and expatriate students; BIS Al Olaya describes itself as inclusive for local and expatriate families. A published breakdown of nationalities is not available.
Additional learning support
The school offers support through guidance counselors and a range of top-up classes and interventions via ECIS. There is an on-site clinic with a nurse available during the school day.
Country affiliation
The school follows an American curriculum and is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC).
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not declared in BIS Al Olaya materials.
School day structure
Campus hours run from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, with start times and timetables published during the admissions process.
Bus service
No school bus service is offered.
Fees
Annual tuition at Britus International Schools Al Olaya ranges from SAR 20,000 to SAR 28,000 for 2026/27.
Tuition and registration fees by year group (amounts in SAR)
- Pre‑School (KG1–KG3) - Annual tuition: SAR 20,000. - Registration (application) fee: SAR 1,000. - Term 1: SAR 8,000; Term 2: SAR 6,000; Term 3: SAR 6,000. - Uniform charge shown: SAR 400 (uniform supplied by a third‑party supplier). - Books: provided by a third‑party supplier; new admissions receive free books as published.
- Lower School (Grade 1–3) - Annual tuition: SAR 22,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 8,800; Term 2: SAR 6,600; Term 3: SAR 6,600. Uniform charge: SAR 400. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.
- Lower School (Grade 4–6) - Annual tuition: SAR 24,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 9,600; Term 2: SAR 7,200; Term 3: SAR 7,200. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.
- Middle School (Grade 7–9) - Annual tuition: SAR 26,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 10,400; Term 2: SAR 7,800; Term 3: SAR 7,800. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.
- High School (Grade 10–12) - Annual tuition: SAR 28,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 11,200; Term 2: SAR 8,400; Term 3: SAR 8,400. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are presented on a three‑term billing basis (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) with the term amounts listed above; the registration fee is a separate one‑time charge shown alongside the tuition. - A 2.5% discount is applied for payment of the full year's tuition by the due date of Term 1 when payment is made by bank transfer. Timely payment is a condition for keeping any discounts. - An early‑re‑enrolment (early bird) discount of 10% is published for re‑enrolments meeting the stated deadline. A sibling discount of SAR 500 per child applies to the third and subsequent children enrolled. All discounts are subject to reversal if payment deadlines are missed. - VAT will be applied according to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia rules.
Boarding fees
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the published fee information for this school; all published fee lines relate to day‑school tuition, registration, uniform and books.
Other costs and one‑off charges
- Uniform: the fee table shows a uniform charge by year group (SAR 400 or SAR 550) and the school requires a regular and a PE kit; uniform items are supplied through a third‑party supplier. Separate uniform guidance and expectations are published. - Books: the published schedule indicates books are provided by a third‑party supplier; the published material also notes free books for new admissions. - No separate boarding, catering, transport, enrichment or capital/registration deposit fees are listed on the published tuition page beyond the registration fee, uniform charge and book provision noted above. Additional optional extras and incidental charges are not shown in the published fee table.
Refund and cancellation information
- No specific published refund, fee‑cancellation or withdrawal refund policy is provided on the school's published fee pages. Refund or cancellation terms are not specified in the fee schedule that is publicly shown.
Accepted payment method referenced in the fee schedule
- Bank transfer is explicitly referenced as a payment route (the 2.5% full‑year payment discount is tied to payment by bank transfer). Other specific payment channels (credit/debit card, online processor, direct debit) are not detailed in the published fee schedule.
Key administrative notes (as published)
- Registration fee for all year groups is SAR 1,000. Annual tuition and termly breakdowns are shown above per year group. Uniform provision and PE kit requirements are compulsory. Discounts and concessions are conditional on payment by the specified due dates. VAT is added in line with Saudi regulations. Books are listed as provided by a third‑party supplier and new admissions are noted as receiving free books.
(Information above is drawn from the school's published tuition and admissions material.)
Academics
Britus International Schools Al Olaya teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Britus International School Al Olaya (BIS Al Olaya) in Riyadh's Al Olaya district offers a K–12 American curriculum based on US Common Core Standards, with English as the primary language of instruction and Arabic taught as a core subject. The school is organized into Pre School, Elementary, Middle, and High School, all following Common Core Standards; admissions materials indicate options between American and IB curricula. The Pre-School program uses the High Scope approach with specialist teachers delivering a child-centered early learning program. BIS Al Olaya is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC). Enrichment and student support are integral, including an enrichment program, a Student Council, and guidance counsellors to foster 21st-century learning.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Britus International School Al Olaya provides social and emotional learning support through qualified Guidance Counsellors who work with senior leaders and class teachers to prioritize student well-being, with parents as partners.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding dedicated SEN provision or whether BIS Al Olaya operates as a specialist SEN institution.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through Guidance Counsellors who provide social and emotional support and coordinate with parents to sustain student wellbeing.
Safeguarding
Child protection and safeguarding are prioritized; BIS Al Olaya notes a safe and secure site and maintains a Child Protection and Safeguarding policy available for review in the Policy Section.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Eligibility and grade levels. The school offers a K-12 curriculum based on international American standards and is located in the Al Olaya district of Riyadh, welcoming local and expatriate students. Admissions are open for the 2025/2026 academic year. Review grade levels to determine eligibility before applying. 2. Application and initial contact. Start Your Application or request a callback to begin the process. A member of the admissions team will be in touch within 24 hours. You can book a campus tour or contact Admissions to discuss next steps. 3. Assessment and documents. A placement test may be part of the admissions process to determine appropriate placement. Submit required documents and confirm enrollment with a simple reservation process. The placement results inform final placement decisions. 4. Campus visit and final enrollment. Tour the campus to see facilities and learn about the program. Speak with Admissions to understand curriculum and fees and to finalize enrollment. Final enrollment occurs after tests and documentation are completed.
FAQs
Where is Britus International Schools Al Olaya located?
The BIS Al Olaya campus is in central Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is described as a premium campus in the heart of the city and is easily accessible for families.
What is the age range and how is the grade structure organized at BIS Al Olaya?
The school serves students aged 3 to 18. Pre-K through Grade 5 are co-educational; from Grade 6 onward the school is boys-only, with BIS offering Pre-K to Grade 12 in total.
What curriculum does BIS Al Olaya follow?
BIS Al Olaya follows an American curriculum certified by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC). It emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and real-world applications. The library supports reading and listening activities in English and French, with weekly sessions led by English or French teachers.
What are the tuition fees and how is billing handled?
Annual tuition ranges from 20,000 SAR for KG to 28,000 SAR for High School. Billing is in three terms, and there is a 2.5% discount for paying the full year by Term 1 via bank transfer. A separate one-time registration fee of 1,000 SAR applies.
What about uniform and other mandatory costs?
Uniform is compulsory, with charges of 400–550 SAR depending on year group, and a PE kit is required. Books are provided through a third-party supplier, with new admissions noted as receiving free books.
Are there scholarships or waitlists for BIS Al Olaya?
There are no published scholarships or waitlist details. Discount options include a 10% early re-enrolment discount and a 500 SAR sibling discount for the third and subsequent children, subject to meeting payment deadlines.
How does BIS Al Olaya support higher education and career planning?
The school provides SEP-based career and university counseling initiatives to help students gain admission to world-renowned universities. Enrichment programs and partnerships support a broad range of talents and interests.
Does BIS Al Olaya publish information about exam results or class sizes?
Exam results and standardized class sizes are not published in the available information. The school emphasizes university admissions and SEP pathways as part of its academic profile.
What facilities support academics at BIS Al Olaya?
Academic facilities include a library, computer labs, and science labs for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. The campus also features a clinic and a playground for well-being and physical activity.
What language provisions exist for learning at BIS Al Olaya?
English and French are used for language learning, with weekly library sessions led by English or French teachers. The library hosts targeted reading and listening activities in both languages.
What extracurricular and leadership opportunities are available?
There is a Student Council that provides leadership opportunities. SEP drives holistic development with an innovation department and the Spark Education Platform, plus labs and competitions to foster creativity and collaboration.
What safeguarding and wellbeing measures are in place at BIS Al Olaya?
Wellbeing is prioritized with a central safeguarding team (Spark Education Platform) and an on-site clinic with a nurse during the school day. Health and safety are integral to the SEP community.
Is there EAL support for language learners at BIS Al Olaya?
Yes. English and French language teachers guide reading and listening activities in the library to support language learners.
Is boarding offered at BIS Al Olaya?
No boarding provision is listed; BIS Al Olaya is a day school.
What is the uniform policy at BIS Al Olaya?
Uniform is compulsory; there is a daily uniform and a PE kit. Uniform items are supplied by a third-party supplier and must be clearly labeled with the student's name and grade.
What accreditations does BIS Al Olaya hold?
BIS Al Olaya is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC).
When was Britus Al Olaya established?
The school was established in 2021. It offers Pre-K to Grade 12 with a co-educational approach through Grade 5 and boys-only from Grade 6.
How does BIS Al Olaya engage with the Spark Education Platform community?
Britus Al Olaya operates within SEP, which emphasizes holistic development, safeguarding, career pathways, and innovation. The SEP framework includes an Innovation department and ongoing professional development for staff.
Is there a bus service or other transportation provided?
There is no published information about a bus service. The campus location in central Riyadh is described as easily accessible.
What should parents know about food or meal provisions at BIS Al Olaya?
Food provisions are not detailed in the provided information.
