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Manarat Al Riyadh International School has 3,700 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Manarat Al Riyadh International School (Boys) is located at Exit 8, North Ring Road, Janadel Street, Izdehar District, Riyadh 11481, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The school sits along a major Riyadh thoroughfare, providing straightforward access from surrounding neighbourhoods via the North Ring Road corridor. The address is a single-campus, boys-only site within the Maarif network in Riyadh.
Stages
The school operates from Kindergarten through Grade 12 (K-12). The Maarif network indicates a K-12 structure across its Manarat Riyadh campuses, with the option to choose between American and British curricula beginning in Grade 9.
Type
Manarat Al Riyadh International School runs in gender-segregated sections; the page referenced is for the Boys' division, and the Maarif network confirms separate Boys and Girls sections for the same grade ranges. There is no on-site boarding facility indicated.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Pupil nationality mix data is not publicly disclosed. The admission policy states that students from all countries are welcome after passing the admission test.
Additional learning support
SEN provision is not detailed on MRIS pages. Maarif has announced a multi-tier SEN support initiative in partnership with ACCEL at Manarat Riyadh School. Gifted/advanced learning programs (Ibdaa, Mawhiba, Mawhoob) are mentioned as part of broader learning supports.
Country affiliation
Affiliation: Part of the Maarif Education network in Saudi Arabia. The school offers American or British curricula, rather than a country-specific national curriculum.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not specified; MRIS operates as an international program within the Maarif network.
School day structure
Start and end times are not published in a single official page. Transport listings suggest early-morning pickups and daytime schedules; typical school days appear to run into the early afternoon, with bus departures around 5:30 am for trips and school hours commonly around 1:30–2:00 pm in various listings. Exact times vary by grade and term.
Bus service
Yes, the school offers a transportation service. Buses are modern, regularly maintained, and supervised by drivers and attendants; a tracking system is being installed to monitor movement. Zone A and Zone B options are available with round-trip and one-way fees listed for the year and semester; morning departures and afternoon returns are specified in the transport information.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Manarat Al Riyadh International School ranges from SAR 26,500 to SAR 42,900 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration Fees - The school's public fee information does not publish a separate application or one‑time registration fee amount. Third‑party school fee aggregators report annual tuition figures but do not show a distinct, published application or registration fee on the school's public fee page.
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts in SAR) - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): SAR 26,500 (annual). - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): SAR 26,500 (annual). - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): SAR 28,350 (annual). - Grade 1 – Grade 6 (ages 6–11): SAR 33,600 (annual) for Grades 1–6, with Grade 1–6 shown at this level by the published fee table. - Grade 7 – Grade 8 (ages 12–13): SAR 39,250 (annual). - Grade 9 – Grade 12 (ages 14–18): SAR 42,900 (annual) for Grades 9–12. These annual figures are published as the school's current published annual tuition banding by grade on public school listings and fee aggregators. Reported annual fee tables are the basis for the figures above.
Per‑term detail - Published fee information is presented as annual fees. The school's public fee pages and available published fee tables do not show a standardized per‑term charge or the number of instalments used for billing; therefore per‑term amounts are not published. Parents should note the fees above are annual totals.
Billing schedule and payment terms - All fees are subject to VAT in accordance with Saudi Arabian regulations. - Payment methods published for fee collection: STC Pay QR code, cheque payable to "Maarif for Education", Mada Card, and the school's Direct Payment Service (online payment portal/payment dashboard). Payments are handled through the school collection department or the school's payment portal. - The school's public fee pages do not publish a detailed billing calendar (dates for re‑enrolment deposits, term due dates, or late‑payment penalties) in the openly posted fee summary.
Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fee schedule is listed for Manarat Al Riyadh International; the school is presented in public listings as a day international school, so boarding fees are not applicable.
Other costs and miscellaneous charges - Tuition is stated to include textbooks, all materials, services and student activities (these items are covered within the published tuition). - Uniforms: uniforms are mandatory from kindergarten through high school and are provided to parents “at cost”; an online ordering service is available, but specific uniform price lists are not published on the public uniform page. Any uniform purchase cost is invoiced separately from tuition. - Transportation, lunch, specialized program fees, exam fees, or other ancillary charges are not itemized in the school's publicly posted fee summary. Third‑party listings focus on annual tuition and do not publish a comprehensive ancillary‑fee schedule on the public pages. If a separate charge for transport or meals applies it is not shown in the school's public fee summary.
Refund information - The school's publicly available fee and policy pages do not include a detailed refund policy or explicit rules on refunds/proration for late withdrawal or mid‑year leaving in the fee summary accessible to the public. The school's policies section contains general policy headings but does not publish a specific refund table on the public pages.
Fee payment options (methods accepted) - Accepted payment methods published by the school: STC Pay QR code, cheque payable to "Maarif for Education", Mada Card, and the Direct Payment Service (online/portal). The portal for direct payments is the school's fee collection dashboard. All payments processed locally are subject to VAT where applicable.
Summary of availability of published information - The school's public fee summary confirms that published tuition amounts are annual and that tuition includes textbooks, materials and activities. The public fee summary and policy pages do not publish separate application/registration fees, a term‑by‑term billing schedule, detailed ancillary charges (transport, lunch, exam or activity fees), a boarding fee schedule, or a public refund/proration table. Where annual tuition numbers are required by grade, publicly accessible fee aggregators have published annual figures that match the banding shown in the school's public fee summary and related listings.
Academics
Manarat Al Riyadh International School teaches British Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school delivers a KG–12 program within national and international streams, with English as the main language of instruction and Arabic required by the Saudi MOE. French is taught from Grade 3 through Grade 8 as part of the curriculum. Reading and writing in English and Arabic are developed from early years, with early childhood described as play-based and developmentally appropriate. Mathematics and Science, together with National Identity subjects and an arts-and-life-skills curriculum, are taught across the grades, with technology-enabled learning including distance learning and 3D printing. Arts and humanities align with American standards, and learning outside the classroom is integrated through field trips and digital resources. For secondary students, qualifications and college-entrance preparation include AP courses, PSAT, SAT, and MAP assessments, with Mawhiba gifted pathways and an inclusion-focused support system, plus a focus on scholarships to prestigious international universities.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates commonly proceed to international universities, with scholarships supported by Maarif; the school emphasizes preparing students for higher education with university admissions guidance and AP/SAT pathways.
Gifted and Talented
Gifted and talented programs are supported via the Mawhiba program and a dedicated gifted track; inclusion support is provided for students with special educational needs, including Kindergarten and Primary levels.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Registration procedures: There are two ways for parents to register their children: by visiting the school to fill the application form, or by registering online via enquiry.maarif.sa and then visiting the school to complete the application. An interview and admission test are conducted as part of the process. All required documents must be submitted to complete the student file. Tuition for the first term must be paid, and enrollment is confirmed when the school issues the enrollment confirmation. 2. Registration requirements: Registration requires several documents: the student's birth certificate, National ID for Saudis or Resident ID for non-Saudis, and Iqama or passports for non-Saudis. A Saudi family card and vaccination certificate are also required, along with a health record or health screening form in certain cases. For transfers within the Kingdom, a Noor transfer and a statement that the student is not a fee defaulter are needed, plus the original last progress card and financial clearance from the former school if it is private. Four photos are required for KG, and if a student under 6 applies to Grade 1, a certificate of attendance and a kindergarten recommendation are required. 3. Enrollment confirmation: Payment of the first-term tuition completes the financial requirement. The student's file must be complete with all required documents to proceed. Enrollment is confirmed once the school issues the enrollment confirmation. The enrollment confirmation finalizes the process.
School Events
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FAQs
What is the age range and grade span at Manarat Al Riyadh International School?
The school serves students from age 3 up to 18, covering kindergarten through grade 12 (K-12).
Is Manarat Al Riyadh International School organized by gender, and where is it located?
The school operates as separate Boys and Girls schools and is located in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
What is the core language of instruction and how is language taught?
English is the main language of instruction; Arabic is studied as required by the Saudi Ministry of Education, and French is taught from Grade 3 through Grade 8.
Who is the head of the school?
The head of school is Areej AlTuwaijri.
What curricula or programs shape the early years and overall program?
Play-based early childhood education forms the foundation, with inclusive education and dedicated SEN support in Kindergarten and Primary. Gifted students have a Mawhiba pathway within the school, and the school aligns core academic skills with programs like NAFS, Qudurat, Tahsili, PSAT, SAT, AP, and MAP.
Is the school part of a larger education network or governance body?
Yes. Manarat Al Riyadh International School is part of Maarif Education, with governance provided by Maarif Education.
What are the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year?
Tuition ranges from 26,500 SAR for the youngest kindergarten levels up to 42,900 SAR for Grades 9-12, with intermediate bands in between. Per-term amounts are also shown as one-third of the annual totals, though the school emphasizes payment of the first term at enrolment.
How does the enrollment and admissions process work?
Registration can be done in person or online (via enquiry.maarif.sa), followed by an interview and admission test. You must submit required documents (birth certificate, IDs, vaccination/health records, Noor transfer if coming from another Saudi school, last progress report, and other items as applicable) and pay the first term tuition to complete enrolment.
Are there scholarships or a waitlist for admission?
There is no published information about scholarships or waitlists.
What exams or assessments does the school use to measure progress?
The school tracks progress using NAFS, Qudurat, Tahsili, PSAT, SAT, AP, and MAP assessments to inform instruction and college readiness.
What are the class sizes like, and is there a clear path to higher education?
Public information about class sizes and specific higher education destinations is not published; the school uses the listed standardized assessments to monitor progress and prepare students for college.
Are textbooks and learning materials included in tuition?
Yes. Textbooks and core learning materials are included in the published tuition amounts, while uniforms and some ancillary items are billed separately.
What extracurricular or enrichment options exist beyond regular classes?
Students can participate in enrichment activities such as Maarif Entrepreneurship Camp, Maarif Sports Club, After School Clubs, MSC Academies, MSC Sports Trips & Events, Maarif Ski Camp, and MSC School Holiday Programs.
What opportunities does the school offer for leadership and community involvement?
Leadership is promoted through volunteering opportunities inside and outside the school, community service programs, and special supports for gifted learners via Mawhiba.
What wellbeing and safeguarding supports are available to students?
The school has a Dean of Well-being, a mental health unit, on-site clinics, and a wellbeing curriculum. Safeguarding is supported by formal policies (Child Protection, Health & Safety) and ISO 45001:2018 certification, with trained staff and confidential reporting.
Is there support for students with special educational needs (SEN)?
Yes. The Inclusion Support Team provides SEN support in Kindergarten and Primary, and there is a dedicated Mawhiba-related gifted track for talented students.
What is the school's approach to uniforms?
Uniforms are mandatory for all students from Kindergarten through high school, carry the school logo, and are available online; they are provided to parents at cost.
Is there a house system for PE and sports?
Yes. The school uses a House Colours system for PE and sports across Maarif schools.
Who governs the school and how is oversight handled?
The school is governed by Maarif Education, with leadership under Superintendent Areej AlTuwaijri.
Does the school hold any accreditations or awards?
There are no published accreditations or awards listed for the school.
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