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Saudi Arabia, Jeddah
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Waad Academy follows Cambridge International Examinations with dual British and American pathways for KG1 through Grade 12. The Cambridge Program covers English, Mathematics, ICT, Physical Education, Science, and STEM, and a UK pathway is available from Grade 9 with the option to switch to an American curriculum for further studies. Qualifications include 8 IGCSEs in Grade 10, AS Levels in Grade 11, and 2–3 A Levels in Grade 12, together with SAT1 in Grade 10, Tahseely, and Qudurat certificates; a High School Certificate endorsed by the MOE is issued on completion. Assessments follow Cambridge guidelines with Cambridge Bands (Gold, Silver, Bronze) for Cambridge subjects; IGCSE and A Level certificates are issued by Cambridge.
Waad Academy's Theatre Hall provides a hub for performances and events. The library supports reading and creative exploration, and the campus includes spaces dedicated to arts alongside science and ICT labs. These facilities support arts and creative activities as part of the broader curriculum.
The Waad Curriculum blends international study with thematic Islamic guidance through the Tarbiyah Program. Saudi Subjects include Islamic Studies, Social Studies, Quran, Arabic Studies, and Community Leadership. The Tarbiyah Program emphasizes a strong ethical foundation, responsibility, patriotism, honesty, and fairness. English is used for Cambridge subjects, while Arabic is taught as part of Saudi Subjects.
An elected Student Council provides student voice and meets with the Senior Leadership Team. The campus offers extensive sports facilities, including a swimming pool, football pitches, tennis courts, a climbing wall, and an athletic track. The Theatre Hall and Library support cultural activities and clubs, and students participate in a range of extracurricular groups.
Saudi Subjects include Community Leadership within the curriculum. The Waad Educational Model integrates social responsibility and local culture with international standards. Model Outcomes emphasize contributing to the development of the country and humanity.
A Student Council provides student leadership opportunities and regularly meets with the Senior Leadership Team. The school offers leadership programs including The Leader in Me (Franklin Covey) and entrepreneurship training in partnership with Riyadi & MOE. A Cambridge/UK pathway from Grade 9 supports college and career planning.
Physical Education promotes an active, healthy lifestyle with athletics, gymnastics, football, volleyball, swimming, and basketball. The campus has sports facilities including a swimming pool, football pitches, tennis courts, a climbing wall, and an athletic track. Tarbiyah and Islamic guidance support character development and wellbeing as part of a holistic education. The model emphasizes wellbeing and 21st-century skills.
