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Qimam El-Hayat International School

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 13,000 - 17,500
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1800
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Typical class size 22

Saleh Al Shatri, Al Futah, Riyadh 12632, Saudi Arabia

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The Essentials

Qimam El-Hayat International School has 1,800 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
Qimam El-Hayat International School is located on Al Khazzan Street in the Al-Foutah district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The campus address is Al Khazzan Street, Al-Foutah, Riyadh 12632. It sits in central Riyadh and is accessible via main city roads. The admissions office can be reached at +966550880215 or +966114091393, and info@qimamelhayat.com is the contact email.

Stages
The school offers Kindergarten (KG) through Grade 12.

Type
The school operates as a private international day school offering an American curriculum for students from KG to Grade 12.

Additional learning support
The school provides PSHE, Mental Math Program, Transition Program, Special Arabic Program and other enrichment options; explicit SEN or Additional Learning Needs provisions are not described publicly.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation; the school operates in Saudi Arabia and uses an American curriculum.

Religious affiliation
Islamic studies are part of the curriculum, including Quran memorization; the school is not affiliated with a specific religious organization.

School day structure
The school runs Saturday to Thursday. There is a morning session from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and an evening session from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Bus service
Qimam El Hayat International School operates a school bus service with multiple Riyadh routes. Routes include Alkhazan Street–Alwazeer Street, AlGhoraby–AlSemeesy–AlNour District–ElManfouha, Attaikah–Ghobirah–AlKasr Mall–Sultana, Khan Shleila–AlMansorah, AlNaseriah–Olaya–Dhabab Street–Almalaz–Dhobat District–Dhahran Street–Jarir–AlRawaby–AlFayhaa–AlSwidi–Alshafa, and Wadi Laban–AlAzizia–AlNaseem–AlSulai–AlNahdha–AlRawdah. Round-trip fees per year range from SAR 3,600 to SAR 4,600; one-way fees per year range from SAR 3,000 to SAR 4,000, depending on the route.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Qimam El-Hayat International School ranges from SAR 13,000 to SAR 17,500 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee

- Registration (seat reservation) fee: SAR 2,000. This amount is deducted from the tuition fees paid at registration and the seat reservation fee is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees — published schedules for 2024–2025 (amounts in SAR)

- Schedule A (annual and per‑term amounts):
- KG1 — Annual SAR 13,000; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 4,500; Third term SAR 4,000.
- KG2–KG3 — Annual SAR 13,000; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 4,500; Third term SAR 4,000.
- KG3 (condensed) — Annual SAR 15,000; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,000.
- Grade 1 (Beginners) — Annual SAR 16,500; First term SAR 5,500; Second term SAR 5,500; Third term SAR 5,500.
- Grades 1–6 — Annual SAR 14,500; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,000.
- Grades 7–9 — Annual SAR 15,500; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,500.
- Grade 10 — Annual SAR 16,500; First term SAR 5,500; Second term SAR 5,500; Third term SAR 5,500.
- Grades 11–12 — Annual SAR 17,500; First term SAR 5,500; Second term SAR 6,000; Third term SAR 6,000.

- Schedule B (alternate published figures):
- KG1 — Annual SAR 11,500; First term SAR 3,500; Second term SAR 3,500; Third term SAR 4,000.
- KG2–KG3 — Annual SAR 11,500; First term SAR 3,500; Second term SAR 4,000; Third term SAR 4,000.
- KG (condensed) — Annual SAR 12,500; First term SAR 4,000; Second term SAR 4,000; Third term SAR 4,500.
- Grades 1–6 — Annual SAR 13,000; First term SAR 4,000; Second term SAR 4,000; Third term SAR 5,000.
- Grades 7–9 — Annual SAR 14,000; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 4,750; Third term SAR 4,750.
- Grade 10 — Annual SAR 15,000; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,000.
- Grades 11–12 — Annual SAR 16,000; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,500; Third term SAR 5,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is reported as three separate term payments (first, second and third term). Each term's tuition is treated independently; amounts for one term are not automatically applied to other terms.
- The SAR 2,000 registration/seat reservation fee is deducted from the total fees paid but is non‑refundable.
- A sibling discount of SAR 500 applies starting with the second child enrolled.
- Certain prompt‑payment discounts are published (for example a short‑term advance payment discount is referenced in the published material); any special discounts (excluding the sibling discount) are conditional on adherence to the school's payment schedule and may be canceled automatically if a specified payment is missed or delayed by more than five working days.
- The school may retain a student's file and take administrative or legal measures where fees are outstanding; guardians are liable for any collection costs the school incurs. The school states it will not change contracted tuition after signing except with Ministry of Education approval and advance notification for the following academic year.

Boarding fees

- No boarding program or boarding fees are listed in the published school fee material; no boarding charges are identified in the publicly available fee schedules.

Other costs and fees

- Transportation: route‑based annual transportation fees are published separately. Round‑trip annual fees range from SAR 3,600 to SAR 4,600 depending on route; one‑way annual fees range roughly from SAR 3,000 to SAR 4,000 depending on route. These are billed separately from tuition.
- Textbooks and learning materials: tuition excludes textbooks, workbooks and related materials; these must be obtained separately (the school provides book lists and guidance).
- Uniforms and external activity costs (for example school trips and other external activities) are not included in the stated tuition and must be purchased from external suppliers.
- Extra‑program fees: some optional programs (for example intensive transition/KG3 programs or additional SAT/test preparation activities) carry separate charges where published.

Tuition refund policy

- If a student does not attend at all, the full tuition paid is refundable after deduction of SAR 1,000.
- If the student attends from one school day up to two weeks, the refund is the paid tuition after deducting half of a full semester's fees.
- If the student attends for more than two weeks, the refund is the paid tuition after deducting the fees equal to a full semester.

Fee payment options

- Specific published fee pages and registration materials show the amounts, terms and contact channels but do not list detailed payment method options (for example bank account numbers, online payment portal names, or card acceptance details) on the public fee pages. For payment method arrangements, the school provides admissions and contact numbers for the admissions/finance office.

Notes and conditions that affect fees

- Published fees are exclusive of VAT.
- Seat reservation fees are non‑refundable; discounts (other than the sibling discount) are conditional on timely payment and may be revoked for late or missed payments.
- The tuition amounts above are the published term and annual figures for the 2024–2025 fee schedules and the school's published transportation and materials policies apply.
Academics

Qimam El-Hayat International School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Qimam El-Hayat International School provides a bilingual English-Arabic education using a high-quality American curriculum for students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with strong technology integration. English and Mathematics align with Common Core State Standards (CCSS); Science follows Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS); Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Saudi History are taught in line with the Saudi Ministry of Education. Cognia accreditation is held, indicating international standards alignment. Year-group pathways include a Transition Program for Grades 1–6; Pre-SAT for Grades 7–9; SAT for Grades 10–12; and ACT preparation in Grades 11–12, with PSAT introduced in Grades 7–9. The program also includes Holy Quran Memorization, Manners, Mental Math, Public Speaking/Presentation, Life Skills, Field Trips, Conversation, Club Activities, and a Special Arabic Program for non-native speakers.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. The school is located in Riyadh and was established in 2005. It offers education from Kindergarten through Grade 12, providing a continuous learning journey with a focus on partnerships with families. 2. The school follows a high-quality American curriculum designed to foster creativity and inquiry. It uses the Common Core State Standards for English and Math, and the Next Generation Science Standards for Science; Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Saudi History are taught in line with the Ministry of Education to preserve cultural identity. Technology, real-world learning, and personalized instruction support student success. 3. Cognia accreditation is held, reflecting alignment with global standards and a commitment to high-quality education. 4. The school offers a bilingual learning environment with English and Arabic instruction, and integrates Islamic values through Quran memorization and Islamic studies. 5. Technology-enabled learning includes interactive whiteboards, tablets, and a Learning Management System that supports seamless school-home communication and self-directed learning. 6. Programs include Holy Quran Memorization, Field Trips, QHIS High and Low Achievers, PSHE (Mind Your Manners & Etiquette), Mental Math, Transition Program, Special Arabic, Anti-Smoking, and SAT Program for High School. 7. Enrichment and leadership opportunities are provided through clubs, field trips, and student leadership roles such as student councils and ambassadors. 8. Outcomes include student pathways to higher education, with a portion of graduates progressing to medical, engineering, dental, and pharmacy fields (e.g., 41% to medical colleges, 31% to engineering, 11% to dental, 4% to pharmacy). 9. Contact details: Al Khazzan Street, Al Foutah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Admissions Office phones: +966550880215 and +966114091393.
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