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Taught languages Arabic, Hindi, Malayalam, Urdu, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Korean, Korean, English
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
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.
International Indian School Dammam has instruction in English.
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.
Fees
Annual tuition at International Indian School Dammam ranges from SAR 2,940 to SAR 4,140 for 2026/27.
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.
Academics
International Indian School Dammam teaches Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 17.
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.
Wellbeing
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
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.
FAQs
What curriculum does International Indian School Dammam offer?
International Indian School Dammam offers 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
What age range does International Indian School Dammam cater for?
International Indian School Dammam accepts students from age 3 to 17. The school offers a K–12 program, from Lower Kindergarten (LKG) through Class XII.
What are the fees at International Indian School Dammam?
Annual fees at International Indian School Dammam range from approximately 2,940 to 4,140. **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.
Where is International Indian School Dammam located?
International Indian School Dammam is located in Saudi Arabia. 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.
Is International Indian School Dammam co-educational?
International Indian School Dammam is a co-educational school. 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 o.
How do I apply to International Indian School Dammam?
The admissions process at International Indian School Dammam: 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.
Does International Indian School Dammam offer scholarships or financial aid?
International Indian School Dammam offers scholarships and financial aid. No information on scholarships for International Indian School Dammam is published.
What learning support does International Indian School Dammam provide?
International Indian School Dammam provides learning support services. Publicly disclosed materials list a School Counselor and Health & Wellness staff, but there is no publicly disclosed dedicated SEN department or explicit SEN provisions. The KG section includes a Special Child Care Section that focuses on abilities rather than disabilities.
Does International Indian School Dammam offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
There is no publicly disclosed information about English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.
What facilities does International Indian School Dammam have?
The school sits on 9.8 acres with separate campuses for girls and boys. The total built-up area is about 22,000 square meters, and the combined playground area is 13,475 square meters (7,800 sq m for the boys' section and 5,675 sq m for the girls' section). The campus includes indoor games facilitie Sports facilities include: Outdoor facilities include a large playground totaling 13,475 square meters for both sections. The space supports a range of outdoor games. Indoor games facilities are available on campus.
What extra-curricular activities are available at International Indian School Dammam?
International Indian School Dammam offers a range of extra-curricular activities. Talent Search provides past question papers and study material for classes II through VIII. It supports exam preparation and self-study. The Talent Search section is part of IISD's academic offerings. Evening Games form part of the school's sports program. Cubs run a football team and Bunnies run a badminton team.
What languages are taught at International Indian School Dammam?
The school provides language instruction in English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Marathi, Arabic, Urdu, Tamil and Malayalam.
Who is the head of International Indian School Dammam?
The head of school at International Indian School Dammam is Mr. Sunil Peter.
How many students attend International Indian School Dammam?
International Indian School Dammam has approximately 12934 students. The school serves students from age 3 to 17.
When was International Indian School Dammam founded?
International Indian School Dammam was founded in 1982. The International Indian School Dammam was established on 10 October 1982 with 250 students and 15 teachers in portable cabins, inaugurated by the then Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
Where do graduates of International Indian School Dammam go to university?
Not specified on the public pages.
Does International Indian School Dammam have a uniform policy?
There is a prescribed school uniform. Details such as colour and where to purchase are not published.
What is the parent community like at International Indian School Dammam?
International Indian School Dammam maintains an active school community through inter-school CBSE events and campus activities.
