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Nahda Academy is located in the Al Andalus area of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with the campus address published as Al Andalus, Jeddah 23326. The address is confirmed on the school's site. The school serves the Jeddah area in the western region of Saudi Arabia.
Stages
Pre Nursery through Year 13. The 2025/2026 admissions information maps Pre Nursery, Nursery, Reception, Year 1 through Year 13, with Year 13 corresponding to Grade 12 in US terms.
Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school. There is no publicly listed boarding provision.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Not publicly published.
Additional learning support
The admissions process includes a professional assessment to identify a pupil's individual needs, with an education plan developed to support those needs as part of the enrolment process.
Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation; the curriculum is described as a blended British Montessori approach implemented within Saudi culture.
Religious affiliation
The school embraces Islamic values and Saudi cultural context as part of its ethos.
School day structure
The school operates Sunday to Thursday, with a typical school day aligned to 8:00 to 16:00 hours during normal terms; a Ramadan timetable is published for the holy month.
Bus service
No public bus service information is published on official pages; families should contact the school to arrange transport details.
Fees
Annual tuition at Nahda Academy ranges from SAR 39,000 to SAR 68,000 for 2026/27.
Application and assessment fees
- Assessment fee: SAR 850 (one‑time charge for the professional assessment). - Registration (enrolment) fee: SAR 5,800 (one‑time; paid to secure a place; the registration fee is non‑refundable).
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term amounts)
- Nursery 2 (age 2): Annual tuition SAR 39,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 13,000. - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): Annual tuition SAR 41,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 13,667. - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): Annual tuition SAR 41,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 13,667. - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): Annual tuition SAR 51,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 17,000. - Year 1 (Grade 1, age 6): Annual tuition SAR 51,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 17,000. - Year 2 (Grade 2, age 7): Annual tuition SAR 55,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 18,333. - Year 3 (Grade 3, age 8): Annual tuition SAR 55,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 18,333. - Year 4 (Grade 4, age 9): Annual tuition SAR 59,500. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 19,833. - Year 5 (Grade 5, age 10): Annual tuition SAR 59,500. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 19,833. - Year 6 (Grade 6, age 11): Annual tuition SAR 63,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 21,000. - Year 7 (Grade 7, age 12): Annual tuition SAR 65,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 21,667. - Year 8 (Grade 8, age 13): Annual tuition SAR 66,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 22,000. - Year 9 (Grade 9, age 14): Annual tuition SAR 68,000. Per‑term (three equal instalments) SAR 22,667.
First‑year total for new entrants
- For new entrants the first‑year cost equals the annual tuition plus the one‑time assessment fee (SAR 850) and the one‑time registration fee (SAR 5,800). Example: Nursery 2 first‑year total SAR 45,650 (SAR 39,000 + SAR 850 + SAR 5,800).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Published fees are shown as annual amounts; the school publishes a single annual tuition figure for each year group. - The fee documents list the one‑time assessment and registration charges required at registration. The school's public fee summary does not publish a detailed instalment calendar or penalty schedule; parents should use the Accounting Department contact for the exact billing schedule and any available instalment options. - VAT: a 15% VAT rule for non‑Saudi students is noted alongside the school fee information.
Boarding
- No boarding provision is listed for Nahda Academy. The school operates as a day school for ages 2–15.
Other costs and additional fees
- Uniforms, books and learning resources are charged separately; the school manages uniform orders and related arrangements through the school office. Specific uniform and book costs are not published in the public fee summary. - Transport / bus service: the school's public profile listings do not show a published school bus fee in the public fee summary. Confirm availability and cost with the Accounting or Operations office. - Discounts and referral reductions: the school offers a pupil referral reduction program for enrolled families in certain years (examples of tuition reduction programs are published where applicable). Confirm eligibility and application of any discounts with Admissions or Accounting.
Refund information
- The registration fee is specified as non‑refundable. The assessment fee is charged at assessment; both are treated as one‑time charges applied at admission. The public fee summary does not publish a full tuition refund schedule or tuition cancellation/refund table. For case‑specific refund or withdrawal terms, contact the Accounting Department.
Fee payment options and contacts
- Payments and fee queries are handled by the Accounting Department: accounting@nahda-academy.edu.sa. The school lists phone numbers for the main office and admissions contacts for fee‑related queries. Specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit/debit card, or local payment plans) are not itemised in the public fee summary and should be confirmed with accounting.
Sources used for these figures
- Official Nahda Academy published fee document (SchoolFees.pdf) and the school's Admissions / Fee Information pages.
Academics
Nahda Academy teaches British Curriculum for students aged 2 to 15.
Curriculum
Nahda Academy uses a blended British Montessori Curriculum within an ethos of Saudi culture and Islamic values, with Arabic language integrated in harmony with the curriculum. The teaching emphasizes inquiry-based learning, emotional literacy, collaboration, and the development of 21st-century skills, and it explicitly embeds Saudi history, culture, heritage and language across daily life and academics. The school follows a UK-based year framework from Pre-Nursery through Year 13, with Year 12 aligned to Grade 11 and Year 13 aligned to Grade 12 in local terms. External qualification routes (such as GCSE/A-level or Cambridge-based exams) are not publicly published on the site; families should confirm the examination pathway with admissions. The program also includes structured after-school activities as part of the broader learning program.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Nahda Academy describes itself as an emotionally literate community that cares for each other and expects the best in all aspects of school life. It is committed to emotional education, with positive relationships providing the framework for school life. The school states its aim to develop deep partnerships among students, parents and staff to help each child unleash their true potential, fostering hope, optimism, compassion and resilience. The Teaching and Learning approach emphasizes being emotionally literate, working collaboratively with a spirit of mutual respect, and a strong belief in moderation and tolerance. After-school activities provide a range of cultural, sporting and arts opportunities to support pupil development.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The site does not publicly disclose information about Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, including which needs the school can support or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. No SEN staff, programmes or facilities are described in the public pages. The curriculum is described as a blended British Montessori Curriculum with Arabic language integrated, which is not presented as SEN-specific provision. There is no explicit SEN policy or contact for SEN support on the accessible pages. The school's public pages do not reveal SEN details.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
No dedicated EAL program is described on the site. The curriculum is described as a blended British Montessori Curriculum with Arabic language integrated in harmony with the curriculum, indicating Arabic is integrated rather than a separate EAL service. There are no public references to EAL staff, EAL classes, or EAL-specific programmes. The information available does not specify an EAL policy or approach beyond language integration.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed through the school's emphasis on emotional literacy and resilience. Nahda Academy presents itself as an emotionally literate community focused on positive relationships, hope, optimism, compassion and resilience. The mission and values stress empowering students to become morally responsible and emotionally resilient members of society. The Teaching and Learning section reinforces that pupils should be emotionally literate, collaborative, and respectful.
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection policies on its public pages. No explicit safeguarding or child-protection policy is described on the About Us or Teaching and Learning pages, or on the school tour information.
Admissions
Admissions
The school is located at Al Andalus, Jeddah 23326, Saudi Arabia. The school operates Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 to 16:00. The school presents itself as a community of passionate lifelong learners with a bespoke curriculum.
FAQs
Where is Nahda Academy located?
Nahda Academy is in Al Andalus, Jeddah, 23326, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The address is Al Andalus, Jeddah, and you can reach the school at 012 6621656 or info@nahda-academy.edu.sa.
What ages does Nahda Academy serve, and what are the year groups?
The school serves students aged 2 to 18, covering Pre-Nursery through Year 12. It uses UK-style year group naming, and entry for 2025/2026 is Nursery through Year 12.
What curriculum and school type define Nahda Academy?
Nahda Academy is a co-educational day school with a customised integrated curriculum that emphasises Saudi history, culture and Arab identity. It blends a British Montessori approach with Saudi culture and Islamic values, with Arabic language integrated across learning.
What are the tuition fees by year group, and what is the total annual cost?
Fees range from 39,000 SAR for Pre-Nursery up to 68,000 SAR for Year 10 per year. Fees are billed in three installments and may include learning resources; uniforms and other items are charged separately.
What is the admissions process and the costs involved?
To apply, submit an application and undergo a professional assessment (850 SAR). If successful, pay a non-refundable 5,800 SAR registration fee to secure a place; entry for 2025/2026 includes Nursery to Year 12.
Are there scholarships or waitlists for Nahda Academy?
There is no publicly listed information about scholarships or waitlists. Admissions are handled based on place availability, with applications accepted throughout the year.
What is the core academic approach and language integration?
The curriculum blends British Montessori methods with Saudi culture and Islamic values, and Arabic is integrated throughout the learning experience.
Are exam results or higher education outcomes publicly available?
No public information is provided about exam results or higher education outcomes.
Is there English and Arabic language support in the classroom?
Yes. Students are immersed in a bilingual environment, supported by specialist native language teachers for English and Arabic.
What learning facilities and resources are available?
Nahda Academy provides a warm, secure learning environment and uses a blended British Montessori curriculum with Arabic integration; learning resources are included where stated, with some books and resources charged separately.
Are there sports or arts facilities and after-school programs?
A broad range of after-school activities includes cultural, sporting, and arts opportunities; students are encouraged to take part in at least two activities per week. Specific sports facilities are not publicly listed.
Is there on-campus health support and safeguarding in place?
Yes. The campus has clinics with qualified health care staff and nurses, and safeguarding procedures are in place for daily operations and field trips.
What extracurricular activities are available beyond the classroom?
There are cultural, sporting and arts after-school activities, with leadership and personal development opportunities embedded in the program.
Do students have leadership or development opportunities?
Yes. The school aims to inspire pupils for future goals through after-school activities, which include leadership and personal growth opportunities.
Are cultural experiences part of the program?
Yes. Cultural opportunities are included as part of the after-school activities, reflecting the school's Arab-Saudi identity.
Is Nahda Academy a boarding school?
No. Nahda Academy operates as a day school; boarding services are not listed or published.
What is the uniform policy at Nahda Academy?
Uniforms include stone trousers, stone skulottes, burgundy polo shirt, burgundy hoodie, white P.E. shirt and shorts, a book bag, swim bag and school cap. Black shoes are required, hair must be neat, no jewellery during P.E., and all uniform items should be named; orders are handled through the school office.
What are the school days and daily hours?
The school week runs Sunday to Thursday, from 8:00 to 16:00.
Does Nahda Academy have any accreditations or awards?
There are no publicly listed accreditations or awards in the provided information.
Is the language provision bilingual, and which languages are taught?
Yes. The school provides a bilingual environment with English and Arabic, supported by native language teachers. English and Arabic are the core languages, with Arabic integrated throughout the curriculum.
