Pakistan International School Riyadh – English Section

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees SAR 8,750 - 14,500

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1995

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE

Taught languages Urdu, English

Strengths Languages, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Pakistan International School Riyadh – English Section provides a British-style, English-medium education for students aged 3 to 18. The curriculum spans Foundation Stage, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS and A Levels, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, with the Senior School (grades 8–12) following the British National Curriculum. The school is a nonprofit institution with separate Boys' and Girls' wings, serving children from the Pakistani community in Riyadh. It is a recognized Edexcel and Cambridge examination study centre. Extracurricular activities form a structured program each semester, including English and Urdu speeches, art competitions, Quran recitation, field trips, spelling bees, and a sports day. A House System promotes cultural exchange through balanced language representation across houses and fosters student leadership and collaboration. Clubs and Societies include Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, and Social and Hobbies, offering opportunities to pursue creative expression, language development, and social interests. The school emphasises personal growth, cultural awareness, and global-mindedness through its diverse programs.

www.pises.edu.sa

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Location

PISES is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is a community-owned, non-profit English-medium school serving children from ages 3 to 18 of the Pakistani community. The school operates Preschool, Junior School, and Senior School with separate Boys Wings and Girls Wings. Transport arrangements are managed by the school's Transport department and a Google Maps location is provided.

Stages

Pre-School (Nursery to KG); Junior School (Key Stage 1–2 up to Grade 7); Senior School (Grades 8–12; IGCSE/GCE-aligned curriculum).

Type

Co-educational with gender-segregated wings (Boys Wing and Girls Wing).

Pupil Nationality Mix

Primarily serves the Pakistani community.

Country affiliation

Pakistan (serves children from the Pakistani community).

School day structure

School operates morning and afternoon shifts across wings; Preschool and Junior Wings offer two shifts, with Boys Wing and Girls Wing running across morning/afternoon sessions.

Bus service

Transport is provided; inquiries should be directed to transport@pises.edu.sa.

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Fees

Application and Admission Fees
- SAR 124 — Registration / Admission Test Fee (non‑refundable, for all grades).
- SAR 2,000 — Admission Charges (one‑time, non‑refundable).

Other One‑time and Annual Charges
- SAR 600 per annum — Laboratory charges (applies to A‑level classes; non‑refundable).
- Book fee — Charged on the basis of actual cost for books issued; charged per annum and non‑refundable.
- SAR 70 per annum — ICT (LearnOBot) curriculum charge for Grades 1–7 (non‑refundable).
- SAR 3,000 per annum — Additional charge per extra AS/A‑Level subject (the stated AS/A‑Level fee covers three core subjects; each extra subject is charged separately).

Tuition fees by year group (monthly and session amounts)
- Nursery to Reception: Monthly SAR 875 — Session SAR 8,750.
- KG to Grade 2: Monthly SAR 950 — Session SAR 9,500.
- Grade 3 to Grade 5: Monthly SAR 1,100 — Session SAR 11,000.
- Grade 6 to Grade 7: Monthly SAR 1,180 — Session SAR 11,800.
- Grade 8 to Grade 10: Monthly SAR 1,250 — Session SAR 12,500.
- Grade 11 to Grade 12: Monthly SAR 1,450 — Session SAR 14,500.

Per‑billing instalments (how tuition is billed within the session)
- The school charges tuition for a 10‑month academic session and collects fees in three advance instalments: 1st instalment = 4 months; 2nd instalment = 3 months; 3rd instalment = 3 months. Use the monthly fee above to calculate each instalment.
- Example instalment breakdown (calculated from the published monthly rates):
- Nursery–Reception (Monthly SAR 875): 1st instalment (4 months) SAR 3,500; 2nd instalment (3 months) SAR 2,625; 3rd instalment (3 months) SAR 2,625.
- KG–Grade 2 (Monthly SAR 950): 1st SAR 3,800; 2nd SAR 2,850; 3rd SAR 2,850.
- Grade 3–5 (Monthly SAR 1,100): 1st SAR 4,400; 2nd SAR 3,300; 3rd SAR 3,300.
- Grade 6–7 (Monthly SAR 1,180): 1st SAR 4,720; 2nd SAR 3,540; 3rd SAR 3,540.
- Grade 8–10 (Monthly SAR 1,250): 1st SAR 5,000; 2nd SAR 3,750; 3rd SAR 3,750.
- Grade 11–12 (Monthly SAR 1,450): 1st SAR 5,800; 2nd SAR 4,350; 3rd SAR 4,350.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are charged for a 10‑month academic session; the invoice due date is shown on each fee invoice and all fees must be paid on or before the due date.
- First month's/session's fee must be paid in advance at the time of admission for new students.
- Withdrawal and month‑of‑withdrawal rules: If the student is withdrawn on or before the 5th of a month, that month's fee is not charged; if withdrawn after the 5th, the fee for that month is fully charged. After 31 March, parents must pay fees for remaining months of the session upon withdrawal except where a sponsoring parent produces proof of final exit.
- Full‑term fee is payable in the case of admission or withdrawal during a term. The school issues statement(s)/clearance only after all dues are cleared.
- Fee concessions (tuition only, kinship basis): 1st child — no concession; 2nd child — 15% on tuition; 3rd child — 20% on tuition; 4th child — 25% on tuition; 5th child and onward — 30% on tuition.
- All published fees are shown exclusive of applicable government taxes; any taxes announced by the authorities are payable by parents.

Transport (bus) fees and rules
- Transport is an optional service subject to seat availability. Bus/transport fees are charged for full month/term even if the bus is used for part of the month/term. For short‑term emergency use the minimum payable is SAR 250 per month (even if used for part of a month). Cancellation requires advance notice as specified by the transport policy.

Boarding / Hostel fees
- The school does not operate boarding/hostel facilities for students; there are no boarding fees. Student services are provided on a day‑school basis (transport available as an optional service).

Uniform and book costs
- A school uniform is compulsory and specific uniform items are prescribed by grade. Uniform items are not included in the tuition; parents are responsible for purchasing required uniform pieces. Textbooks are provided on a loan/issue basis and a book fee is charged to cover part of the cost; parents are charged the replacement cost for lost or damaged books.

Refund and clearance information
- The school issues school leaving certificates and other clearance documents only after full payment of outstanding dues and return of school property (books and equipment). Parents wishing to withdraw must submit the prescribed withdrawal form; the date on the form (or date of submission, if later) is treated as the student's last day for fee purposes. Certain rules apply to examination entries for Grade 10, AS and A2 students: all dues (including transport) must be cleared before issuance of the Statement of Entry for external examinations.

Fee payment methods and banking details
- Online bank deposit / electronic payment is supported. Bank details for online fee deposit are provided as follows: Bank Al Rajhi — Beneficiary: Pakistan International School English Section — Account No: 504608014342886 — IBAN: SA0480000504608014342886. Parents may also contact the Admission or Finance Office to make payments in person. For fee queries contact the Finance/Admissions offices.

Academics

Curriculum

The school bases its curriculum on the Foundation Stage Early Learning Goals. It is a nonprofit, English-medium institution serving students aged 3 to 18, with programmes from early years through the senior levels.

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FAQs

Where is Pakistan International School Riyadh – English Section located, and what age range does it serve?

PISES English Section is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It serves children aged 3 to 18, from preschool through senior school.

Is the school co-educational, and how is gender organised on campus?

The school is co-educational with separate Boys Wing and Girls Wing, providing gender-segregated facilities while offering a unified curriculum.

What curriculum does the school follow, and what does the senior program include?

In the early years the curriculum is based on Foundation Stage Early Learning Goals. The Senior School follows the British National Curriculum and is a recognized study centre for Cambridge International Examinations (O-Level, IGCSE, AS, A Level) and Edexcel exams.

What are the tuition fees by year group at the English Section?

Tuition is charged for a 10-month academic session. Monthly fees range from 875 SAR for Nursery–Reception up to 1,450 SAR for Grades 11–12, with intermediate bands for other years.

How is the 10‑month session billed across three advance instalments?

Fees are billed in three advance instalments: 1st instalment covers 4 months, 2nd covers 3 months, and 3rd covers 3 months, based on the published monthly rates.

What other fees should I expect beyond tuition?

There are several one‑time and annual charges: a non‑refundable Registration/Admission Test Fee of 124 SAR, a one‑time Admission Charge of 2,000 SAR, annual Laboratory charges (600 SAR for A‑levels), a book fee, an ICT curriculum charge (70 SAR/year for Grades 1–7), and a per-subject charge of 3,000 SAR for extra AS/A‑Level subjects.

What about transport, uniform, and refund policies?

Transport is optional and charged per month/term; a minimum charge applies for short-term use. A school uniform is compulsory and purchased separately; textbooks are loaned with a book fee. Refunds and clearances are issued after dues are fully paid.

What language support and English language learning provisions exist?

English as a Second Language (ESL) is a listed subject to support language development in this English‑medium school.

What safeguarding and wellbeing practices are in place for students?

The school uses a Code of Conduct emphasizing safety and respectful relationships. There are formal procedures to raise concerns, starting with the homeroom teacher and Wing Coordinator, then the Vice Principal, and finally the Principal if needed.

How does the school address bus safety and travel wellbeing?

Bus safety is addressed through structured disciplinary procedures, and transport is an optional service with policies on seat availability and usage.

Does the school offer boarding facilities?

No. The school operates as a day school with optional transport; there are no boarding facilities.

Is a uniform required, and who sets the dress code?

Yes, a school uniform is compulsory and items are prescribed by grade; parents are responsible for purchasing the uniforms.

How is governance structured at the school and who oversees it?

PISES English Section is community-owned and non-profit, established under the supervision of the Embassy of Pakistan, with the Ambassador of Pakistan as Patron-in-Chief.

What accreditations does the school hold?

The school is a recognized study centre for Cambridge International Examinations (O-Level, IGCSE, AS, A Level) and Edexcel examinations.

What notable awards has the school achieved recently?

In June 2025, 17 students earned 20 Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards, including 11 Top in the World distinctions.

What languages are taught, and is the school bilingual or offers immersion programs?

The school is English‑medium, with ESL support; there is no listed bilingual or immersion program beyond English instruction.

What is the school's history and its connection to the Pakistani community?

PISES Riyadh English Section was established in September 1995 under the supervision of the Embassy of Pakistan, with the Ambassador as Patron-in-Chief, to serve the Pakistani community in Riyadh.

Is there a PTA or any formal channel for parent involvement?

The available information does not mention a PTA; the school is described as community‑owned and governed in relation to the Embassy of Pakistan.

Are there community events or opportunities for families to engage with the school?

The information notes a community orientation, but it does not specify regular community events.

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