Saudi Arabia, Jeddah
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IPSJ is located at 5013 Al Nama Street, Mishrifah District, Jeddah 23336, Saudi Arabia. The Mishrifah district is a central area in western Jeddah with good access to main roads and local amenities. The campus sits on Al Nama Street and serves the Filipino community and other families in the city.
The school provides education from Kindergarten (KG) through Grade 12.
IPSJ operates as a co-educational (mixed-gender) institution.
Public information does not list specific Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions on IPSJ's public materials.
IPSJ has affiliations and licensing related to both Saudi Arabia and the Philippines. It is licensed by the Saudi authorities and operates under the Philippine Department of Education framework.
There is no publicly stated religious affiliation for IPSJ.
The school week runs Sunday to Thursday, with daily hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Public information does not indicate a school-provided bus service. Transportation details are not published on IPSJ's public material.
Application and enrollment fees (non-refundable unless stated otherwise)
- Admission exam (new student / returnee): SAR 58.
- Miscellaneous fee (one-time, amount varies by level and by Filipino / Non‑Filipino status): SAR 690 (KG–Grade 10, Filipino); SAR 690 (KG–Grade 10, Non‑Filipino) and SAR 460 (Senior High Filipino, per semester); SAR 632 (Senior High Non‑Filipino, per semester).
- Google Workspace annual subscription fee: SAR 50 (one‑time per enrolment).
- Arabic book (Grades 1–10): SAR 50 (one‑time).
- Islamic book (Grades 4–10): SAR 50 (one‑time) where applicable.
Tuition fees by year group (amount shown as annual tuition; monthly payment options and child‑discounts follow each entry)
- Kindergarten 1 to Grade 10 — Filipino students: Annual tuition SAR 6,773. Monthly payment for first child SAR 850; second child SAR 765; third child SAR 680; fourth–nth child SAR 0.00. Sibling discounts: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th–nth child 100%. A 5% discount applies for full payment upon enrollment.
- Kindergarten 1 to Grade 10 — Non‑Filipino students: Annual tuition SAR 7,887. Monthly payment for first child SAR 985; second child SAR 890; third child SAR 790; fourth–nth child SAR 345. Sibling discounts: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th–nth child 65%. A 5% discount applies for full payment upon enrollment.
- Senior High School (Grades 11–12) — Filipino students: Annual tuition SAR 9,257. Monthly payment for first child SAR 1,160.00; second child SAR 1,045; third child SAR 926; fourth–nth child SAR 0.00. Sibling discounts: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th–nth child 100%. A 5% discount applies for full payment upon enrollment. Certain textbook/e‑book package items for Grade 11 and Grade 12 are shown with separate semester amounts.
- Senior High School (Grades 11–12) — Non‑Filipino students: Annual tuition SAR 10,407. Monthly payment for first child SAR 1,301; second child SAR 1,171; third child SAR 1,041; fourth–nth child SAR 456. Sibling discounts: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th–nth child 65%. A 5% discount applies for full payment upon enrollment. Some enrollment items (miscellaneous, textbook packages) are split per semester.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is shown as an annual amount with an option for monthly payments (monthly instalment amounts are listed above by level and by child order). A 5% discount is applied for full payment at enrollment. Monthly instalment amounts are provided for planning and billing.
- Certain Senior High enrolment items and textbook charges are presented with first‑semester and second‑semester values (these items are billed per semester as indicated).
- No explicit monthly due‑date schedule or calendarized instalment dates are published within the fee tables provided. Parents should use the listed monthly amounts and the full‑payment discount rule when arranging payment.
Boarding fees
- No boarding program or boarding fees are listed in the school fee documents.
Other costs and recurring charges
- School uniform (per set): KG1–KG3 SAR 125; Grade 1–6 SAR 190; Grade 7–10 SAR 200 (KG/Grade 11–12 uniform amounts are shown where applicable: Senior High set SAR 220).
- PE / sports uniform (per set): KG1–KG3 SAR 55; Grade 1–6 SAR 65; Grade 7–10 SAR 70; Senior High SAR 70.
- Textbook / eBooks package (one‑time per year by grade): examples include KG1 SAR 320; KG2 SAR 400; KG3 SAR 400; Grade 1 SAR 690; Grade 2 SAR 650; Grade 3 SAR 690; Grade 4 SAR 870; Grade 5 SAR 870; Grade 6 SAR 785; Grade 7 SAR 810; Grade 8 SAR 810; Grade 9 SAR 830; Grade 10 SAR 830. Senior High textbook/e‑book package amounts vary by strand (ABM, HUMSS, STEM) with separate semester figures.
- School supplies (KG levels): KG1 SAR 70; KG2 SAR 90; KG3 SAR 90.
- Miscellaneous charges and subject‑specific book charges are shown separately and may be billed per semester for Senior High.
Refund information
- Enrollment items explicitly identified under the heading "NON‑REFUNDABLE" (for example the admission exam and specified enrolment items such as textbook/package, subscription, uniform charges shown in the enrolment section) are non‑refundable.
- No broader, detailed refund policy or schedule (for tuition refunds, pro‑rata treatment on mid‑year withdrawal, or notice periods) is published within the fee documents provided. Parents should assume the listed items under "NON‑REFUNDABLE" are not returned and should contact the registrar or accounts office for any withdrawal/refund scenarios.
Fee payment options and contacts
- The fee documents do not list credit‑card, bank‑transfer, or specific online gateway methods in the published fee tables. Registrar and accounting contact details are provided for payment arrangements: phone 012‑6177234 / 012‑6177109 and email info@ipsjksa.com. Use the accounts/registrar contacts to confirm accepted payment methods and to obtain invoicing details.
Additional notes
- The fee documents include a statement that fees may change without prior notice; parents should plan using the listed amounts but verify final invoices at enrollment.
The International Philippine School in Jeddah (IPSJ) is a historic institution serving the Filipino expatriate community in Saudi Arabia for over four decades. Established to provide continuity of education for Filipino nationals, the school follows the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (K-12) curriculum of the Philippines, ensuring seamless reintegration for students returning home. The campus in the Mishrifah District features dedicated facilities for its distinctive programs, including science laboratories for STEM-focused learning and creative spaces for its vibrant performing arts clubs, such as dance and drama. IPSJ is particularly noted for its strong emphasis on cultural preservation and community values, maintaining a bilingual environment where both English and Filipino are central to daily instruction. As the first Philippine international school founded by the Department of Foreign Affairs, it stands as a central pillar for academic and cultural connection in Jeddah.