École Française Internationale de Riyad

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance

Instructs in French

Fees SAR 35,000 - 43,500

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 1744

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum French Curriculum

Typical class size 23

Al Qira, An Nada, Riyadh 13317, Saudi Arabia

www.efiriyad.com

The Essentials

Location

EFIR Riyadh is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in the An Nada area in the north‑east part of the city. The school serves a multinational community and is accessible by road within the city's expat area. The mailing address is P.O. Box 87811, 11652 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Public guidance places the campus in An Nada/Al Qira vicinity.

Stages

EFIR offers four levels: Maternelle (kindergarten), Elementary, College (middle school), and Lycée (high school). The English site presents programs from early years (PS/MS/GS) through Primary, College, and High School, while the French structure lists Maternelle, Elementaire, College, and Lycée with class details.

Type

EFIR is a co‑educational, AEFE‑affiliated international school that operates as a day school. It is part of the French AEFE network and serves both local and international families.

Pupil Nationality Mix

EFIR hosts students of many nationalities and states that it welcomes pupils of all nationalities. Third‑party sources commonly report around 39 nationalities represented, with French listed as the most common. No official local‑to‑international ratio is published.

Additional learning support

The school provides inclusion and language support: in Maternelle, each teacher is supported by a childminder; the pedagogy includes a “more teachers than classes” model for learners in difficulty; there are language specialists (ten in total: four in English, six in Arabic) to support multilingual learners.

Country affiliation

Affiliated with France through the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad) and the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs.

Religious affiliation

Religious affiliation is not listed publicly; the school presents itself as AEFE‑affiliated French international education without a stated religious program.

School day structure

The school runs Sunday to Thursday, with a typical day from 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on campus days.

Bus service

EFIR has a Bus Access Protocol for campus transportation. Buses must obtain the required stickers and driver badges, and a supervising adult must accompany the bus in the school's car park. The posted school day is 7:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m., during which bus access is available under protocol.

Fees

Application & registration fees
- Frais de dossier (nouveaux élèves) : SAR 1,150 (SAR 1,000 pour les nationaux saoudiens).
- Droit de première inscription (DPI, dû une seule fois à l'admission) : SAR 2,300 (SAR 2,000 pour les nationaux saoudiens). Le DPI est non remboursable.
- Droit annuel d'inscription (DAI, dû chaque année) : montant selon nationalité et niveau (voir ci‑dessous pour montants par niveau). Le DAI est non remboursable.

Tuition fees by year group (academic year 2025–2026) — amounts shown in Saudi riyals (SAR)
Note: for each category la ligne donne le montant des frais de scolarité annuels, le DAI, le détail par trimestre (1er / 2ème / 3ème) puis le total (Frais de scolarité annuels + DAI).

- Français (TTC)
- Maternelle petite section (PS) : Frais annuels SAR 30,000; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 12,000 / 9,000 / 9,000; Total SAR 35,000.
- Maternelle (MS–GS) : Frais annuels SAR 34,500; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 13,800 / 10,350 / 10,350; Total SAR 39,500.
- Élémentaire (CP–CM2) : Frais annuels SAR 34,500; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 13,800 / 10,350 / 10,350; Total SAR 39,500.
- Collège (6ème–3ème) : Frais annuels SAR 34,500; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 13,800 / 10,350 / 10,350; Total SAR 39,500.
- Lycée (Seconde–1ère–Terminale) : Frais annuels SAR 38,500; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 15,400 / 11,550 / 11,550; Total SAR 43,500.

- Nationaux (KSA) — hors TVA (H.T)
- Maternelle PS : Frais annuels SAR 34,783; DAI SAR 4,350; Trimestres : SAR 13,913.20 / 10,434.90 / 10,434.90; Total SAR 39,133.
- Maternelle MS–GS : Frais annuels SAR 35,650; DAI SAR 4,350; Trimestres : SAR 14,260 / 10,695 / 10,695; Total SAR 40,000.
- Élémentaire (CP–CM2) : Frais annuels SAR 35,650; DAI SAR 4,350; Trimestres : SAR 14,260 / 10,695 / 10,695; Total SAR 40,000.
- Collège (6ème–3ème) : Frais annuels SAR 35,650; DAI SAR 4,350; Trimestres : SAR 14,260 / 10,695 / 10,695; Total SAR 40,000.
- Lycée (Seconde–1ère–Terminale) : Frais annuels SAR 40,000; DAI SAR 4,350; Trimestres : SAR 16,000 / 12,000 / 12,000; Total SAR 44,350.

- Autres nationalités (TTC)
- Maternelle PS : Frais annuels SAR 40,000; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 16,000 / 12,000 / 12,000; Total SAR 45,000.
- Maternelle MS–GS : Frais annuels SAR 41,000; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 16,400 / 12,300 / 12,300; Total SAR 46,000.
- Élémentaire (CP–CM2) : Frais annuels SAR 41,000; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 16,400 / 12,300 / 12,300; Total SAR 46,000.
- Collège (6ème–3ème) : Frais annuels SAR 41,000; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 16,400 / 12,300 / 12,300; Total SAR 46,000.
- Lycée (Seconde–1ère–Terminale) : Frais annuels SAR 46,000; DAI SAR 5,000; Trimestres : SAR 18,400 / 13,800 / 13,800; Total SAR 51,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms (academic year 2025–2026)
- Trimestres et échéances de paiement : 1er trimestre 01‑09‑2025 au 31‑12‑2025 (échéance de paiement 20‑08‑2025); 2ème trimestre 01‑01‑2026 au 31‑03‑2026 (échéance 01‑01‑2026); 3ème trimestre 01‑04‑2026 au 30‑06‑2026 (échéance 01‑04‑2026). Les factures sont mises à disposition via l'espace parent. Les frais sont payables en trois fois, au début de chaque trimestre.
- Conséquences du non‑paiement : l'établissement se réserve le droit de ne pas enregistrer la réinscription et d'interdire la participation aux activités si les échéances ne sont pas respectées.
- Modalités d'admission en cours d'année : le DPI reste dû et non remboursable; le DAI est exigible selon le trimestre d'arrivée (1er trim. = totalité, 2ème = 2/3, 3ème = 1/3); les frais de scolarité du trimestre d'arrivée sont calculés au prorata selon le mois d'arrivée (règle de division indiquée dans le règlement financier).

Boarding
- Hébergement en internat : non applicable — l'établissement n'opère pas de service d'internat / pension (les services décrits et les horaires correspondent à un établissement en journée).

Other costs and regular extras
- Forfait garderie (par trimestre) : Primaire : SAR 230 (Français/Autres) / SAR 200 (Saoudiens). Collège + Lycée : SAR 345 (Français/Autres) / SAR 300 (Saoudiens). Forfait selon fréquence : de 1 à 3 jours/semaine SAR 575 (Français/Autres) / SAR 500 (Saoudiens); au‑delà de 3 jours/semaine SAR 862.50 (Français/Autres) / SAR 750 (Saoudiens).
- Droits d'inscription aux examens (facturés au 3e trimestre) : Diplôme national du brevet (3ème) : SAR 287.50 (Français/Autres) / SAR 250 (Saoudiens). E.A. (1ère) : SAR 575 / SAR 500 (Français/Autres / Saoudiens). Baccalauréat (Terminale) : SAR 1,495 / SAR 1,300 (Français/Autres / Saoudiens).
- Activités périscolaires et voyages pédagogiques : tarifs appliqués selon la période et l'activité ; ces frais sont facturés séparément.

Sibling discount
- Réduction : pour les familles ayant 3 enfants ou plus scolarisés à l'EFIR, au‑delà du 2e enfant le 3e (et +) bénéficie d'une réduction de 25 % sur les frais de scolarité (le 3e enfant paie 75 % du tarif normal). Aucune réduction n'est appliquée sur le DPI ni sur le DAI.

Refunds and cancellation rules
- Frais non remboursables : frais de dossier, droit de première inscription (DPI) et droit annuel d'inscription (DAI) sont non remboursables.
- Départ en cours d'année : au cours du 1er mois d'un trimestre, le mois en cours est dû; les mois suivants du trimestre peuvent être remboursés sur justificatif (demande écrite + exit final ou preuve de scolarisation dans un autre établissement du réseau en Arabie Saoudite hors Riyad). Au‑delà d'un mois complet d'absence, tout le trimestre est dû.

Fee payment options
- Paiement en riyals saoudiens uniquement : chèque certifié libellé à l'ordre de « SAIS – French Section » (en anglais ou arabe) ou virement sur les coordonnées bancaires indiquées sur le talon de la facture. Le virement bancaire est le mode recommandé. Les détails bancaires figurent sur la facture. Les factures sont accessibles via l'espace parent (portail Skolengo / Odoo).

Academics

Curriculum

EFIR Riyadh follows the French national curriculum within the AEFE network, offering 15 homologated levels from Petite Section through Terminale, with no CNED pathway. Instruction is predominantly in French, with a multilingual approach: in early years PS and MS provide bilingual reception in Arabic and French with dedicated Arabic support; from CP to CM2, English and Arabic are taught as foreign languages (roughly 90 minutes of English and 120 minutes of Arabic per week). The school is organized into Maternelle (PS–GS), Elementary (CP–CM2), Collège (Sixième–Troisième) and Lycée (Seconde–Terminale). Qualifications offered include the Diplôme National du Brevet at the end of Collège and the Baccalauréat at the end of Lycée. In 2024, 110 Brevet candidates achieved 109 winners (99% success) and 75 Baccalauréat candidates achieved 74 winners (99% success).

Student Teacher Ratio

The pedagogical structure emphasizes inclusive support, including a 'more teachers than classes' approach in early years and language specialists; PS–MS feature bilingual Arabic/French reception, while CP–CM2 receive dedicated English and Arabic instruction.

Exam Results

Exam results show strong outcomes for both national certificates and the baccalaureate: 2024 Brevet had 110 candidates with 109 winners (99% success); 2024 Baccalauréat had 75 candidates with 74 winners (99% success).

Higher Education Progression

Graduates typically pursue higher education in France and internationally, facilitated by the EFIR affiliation with AEFE and the French education framework; Baccalauréat results indicate strong preparation for higher study.

Gifted and Talented

Inclusion and language-support structures are in place to assist diverse learners; the school leverages a multilingual staff and targeted interventions in early years to support varied abilities.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

EFIR Riyad supports Social and Emotional Learning through a health-centered team: the school nurse coordinates emergency care, health education, and wellbeing initiatives, while the school psychologist screens for learning and emotional difficulties, supports students, and coordinates with families and teachers on adolescence-related issues.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

EFIR Riyad provides inclusion support via the Health Center's observatory for students with special educational needs and a school psychologist who screens for learning difficulties (e.g., dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD) and coordinates with families and external resources; EFIR is not a specialist SEN institution, and there are no dedicated French-style specialized SEN structures abroad.

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 by the Health Center's wellbeing initiatives (The well-being, Emotional management) and by the school psychologist's daily presence (7:30 a.m.–1 p.m.) who screens for difficulties, helps prevent academic failure, and addresses adolescent emotional issues.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported through the health team's confidentiality, early detection of distress, and prevention of harassment, with the nurse and psychologist coordinating with families and teachers as part of a broader safeguarding framework.

Admissions

1. Prepare your admissions dossier now. Gather the Letter of engagement (iqama), the List of pièces justificatives (required documents), the Dossier médical (medical file), and the IBAN. For the 2025-2026 academic year, these items are provided as attachments labeled Letter of engagement, List of pièces justificatives, Medical dossier, and IBAN. A pre-registration link is available for current families at efir.odoo.com. 2. Submit the dossier through the efir.odoo.com portal or by contacting the admissions team. The responsible contact is Madame Ghislaine NACCOUR KALLAB, Responsable du Service des Inscriptions. 3. Inscriptions for the 2025-2026 school year are published with attachments including Letter of engagement, List of pièces justificatives, Dossier médical, and IBAN. Pre-registration links are available for current families. 4. Tuition fees are published for 2023-2024 and 2025-2026; downloadable tariff documents are provided on the Frais de scolarités page. Invoices can be accessed via Skolengo and Odoo platforms. 5. The address is P.O. Box 87811, Riyadh 11652, Saudi Arabia. 6. The school is affiliated with AEFE as a partner.

Scholarships

Bourses scolaires are offered; details are published on the Scholarships page of the school's site.

FAQs

Where is École Française Internationale de Riyad located and what age range does it serve?

EFIRiyad is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is a co-educational French international private school serving students from age 3 (Petite Section) up to 18 (Terminale), covering pre-school through high school.

What curriculum does EFIRiyad follow and what languages are part of the program?

The school follows AEFE guidelines with a multilingual language program. In the early years Arabic is the single foreign language, and from the main section onward students study Arabic and English. PS and MS include Arabic–French bilingual reception, and GS adds an English component.

What are the usual school hours and how does the transport system work?

The school operates Sunday to Thursday, with classes starting around 7:45 a.m. and extracurricular activities from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. Bus access requires a bus sticker and driver badge, and an accompanying adult must be present to grant access to the campus.

What is the tuition range and what are the main upfront fees?

For the 2025–2026 academic year, total annual costs vary by level and nationality, ranging from about SAR 35,000 to SAR 51,000. Upfront fees include a Dossier (1,150 SAR for Français/Other nationalities or 1,000 SAR for Nationals), a Droit de Première Inscription (2,300 SAR or 2,000 SAR), and a Droit Annuel d'Inscription (DAI) of 5,000 SAR or 4,350 SAR, depending on nationality.

Is there a sibling discount, and how does it apply?

Yes. Families with three or more children receive a 25% reduction on tuition for the third child and beyond (75% of the normal rate for the third and subsequent children). The DPI and DAI are not discounted.

What is the admissions process and what documents are required?

Families should prepare an admissions file with documents such as recent child's photo, passports, iqama or family visa, family book, 2024–2025 school reports, vaccination record, and other requested items. Some documents should be emailed by August 15, 2025, and applications are submitted through the online platform (efir.odoo.com for current families; separate link for new families).

What exam results did EFIRiyad achieve in 2024?

In 2024, Brevet results showed 110 candidates with 109 winners (99% success) and 105 mentions including 71 very good mentions. For the General Bachelor (Baccalauréat) 2024, 75 candidates with 74 winners (99% success), and 62 mentions including 20 very good mentions and 6 jury congratulations.

How is language learning structured across the school years?

In PS and MS there are five 30‑minute bilingual reception periods (Arabic and French) plus three 40‑minute Arabic sessions. GS has five 25‑minute bilingual periods (Arabic/French plus one English/French) with five 40‑minute sessions (one English, four Arabic). CP–CM2 include 90 minutes of English and 120 minutes of Arabic per week; CE1 onward adds more English and Arabic as core foreign languages.

Are there opportunities for university and career orientation at EFIRiyad?

Yes. The school runs orientation activities to raise awareness of future work paths, including the Crossroads of Professions events that engage students with representatives from various sectors; the most recent noted edition involved about 100 professionals and around 250 EFIR students.

What facilities support learning and multilingualism on campus?

The campus includes a CDI (documentation and information center) and BCD libraries with books in French and other languages, interactive whiteboards in many classrooms, science labs, and a large amphitheater for shows and events. There is also a health center with nurses and an inclusion pole to support SEN students.

What sports facilities are available at EFIRiyad?

EFIRiyad has a large gymnasium, a 25-meter swimming pool, and an outdoor football field used for PE and inter-school competitions.

Is there on-site health support for students?

Yes. The infirmary is staffed by two nurses and open daily from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the Health Center providing health advice and wellbeing resources.

What after-school activities (APS) are offered and when do they run?

APS are available for kindergarten through high school. For 2025–2026, activities run from February 1 to June 25, with registration January 25–31, 2026; programs include Gymnastics, Yoga, Chess, swimming, and more, with some activities paused during Ramadan.

How do families register for APS?

Registration for APS is done via Google Forms, with an APS catalogue detailing the available activities and schedules.

Are there regional or cultural events connected to APS or EFIRiyad?

Yes. The school participates in regional events such as swimming championships, and APS activities are announced through the school news and calendar.

What wellbeing and safeguarding supports are available for students?

A school psychologist is on site daily to support students, coordinate with families and teachers, help with issues such as harassment and adolescence, and provide emotional management resources. The infirmary and Health Center support physical wellbeing, and safeguarding guidance is provided through the Observatory for SEN and related plans (PAI, PAP, PPRE).

What SEN and EAL provisions exist at EFIRiyad?

EFIRiyad hosts an Observatory for SEN and can implement Personalized Educational Success Programs (PPRE), Personalized Support Plans (PAP), and Individualized Reception Plans (PAI). The school may involve external professionals and coordinate with authorities for long-term planning, and it has a language staff including ten language speakers (four English, six Arabic) to support EAL.

What languages are taught at EFIRiyad and how is immersion used?

Languages taught include Arabic, French, and English across the school. In early years there is Arabic–French bilingual reception; from CP to CM2 English and Arabic are primary foreign languages. In secondary, a second compulsory language can be German, Arabic, or Spanish.

Is immersion language provision offered in the early years?

Yes. Arabic–French bilingual reception is used in PS and MS, and this bilingual approach continues into GS, with English integrated in the curriculum from the later years.

What languages are available in high school or for second languages?

In high school, a second compulsory language can be German, Arabic, or Spanish, in addition to the core English and Arabic offered earlier.

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