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Saudi Arabia, Jeddah
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The ZSIS Experience and the Vision emphasize adaptable social skills and equality as core values, with education framed as developing social, leadership, and psychological growth. The High School program also provides counseling services to support students' university admissions and overall wellbeing.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.
There is no public information indicating a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) program at ZSIS. There is no mention of EAL staffing or services in publicly available materials.
The ZSIS Experience notes the school's commitment to students' psychological development and holistic growth beyond academics, with emphasis on extracurricular activities and overall development.
Safeguarding is addressed through the published ZSIS Student Handbook and Code of Conduct, which outline behavior rules and disciplinary procedures, while the Security page highlights anti-bullying and harassment policies.
Zahrat Al-Sahraa International School (ZSIS) is a long-established K–12 day school in Jeddah, founded in 1988. It offers an internationally benchmarked American curriculum leading to an American High School Diploma and is accredited by Cognia. English is the medium of instruction, with French taught as a language (mandatory until grade 6). The school operates on two campuses: the Main Campus on Hassan Basalma Street and a Kindergarten Campus on Mansourah Street, both in central Jeddah. ZSIS serves around 1,700 students, with an average class size of about 24 and a student–teacher ratio of 1:9. The curriculum centers on core subjects (English, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies, Arts) plus Foreign Languages, with external evaluations (SAT, AP, ACT) used as needed for university preparation. The school emphasizes a diverse, global community and a strong faculty, many of whom hold bachelor degrees or higher.
