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International Schools in Saudi Arabia

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About international schools in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.

Compare 31 international schools in Saudi Arabia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SAR 61,701), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 31 schools · avg fee SAR 61,701
Schools listed
31
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
SAR 61,701
Fee range
SAR 22,050 – 125,000
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (17 schools)
Average school size
790 pupils
Largest by enrolment
British International School Riyadh
Oldest
Deutsche Internationale Schule Jeddah (1975)
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21 international schools in Riyadh

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8 international schools in Jeddah

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2 international schools in Dammam

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Choosing an international school in Saudi Arabia

Curricula

There are 31 international schools in Saudi Arabia covering 15 curricula. The most widely offered are British Curriculum (17), IB (PYP) (12), American Curriculum (12), IB (MYP) (11), IB (DP) (11). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Saudi Arabia runs from about SAR 22,050 to SAR 125,000, averaging roughly SAR 61,701. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Saudi Arabia run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Saudi Arabia we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Saudi Arabia

How many international schools are in Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia has 110 international schools listed on doris.
Which curriculum is most popular?
The most common curricula vary by city, but British, IB, and American pathways are widely available.
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