Britus International Schools Al Olaya vs New Generation International Schools

	B Britus International Schools Al Olaya Riyadh, Saudi Arabia	N New Generation International Schools Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year SAR 20,000 - 28,000	Fees / year SAR 22,000 - 28,500
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 2,000
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The BIS Al Olaya campus is located in the Olaya district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musaed bin Jalawi Street. The district is a central area with access to major city routes and amenities.	Location New Generation International School operates campuses in Riyadh and Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. The Riyadh campus is listed alongside the Yanbu campus, and the school day runs Sunday through Thursday from 7:30am to 3:30pm. Contact information is provided: +966 552243600 and info@newgenerationsinternationalschools.com.
Stages	Stages The school provides a K-12 program with Pre-School, Elementary, Middle, and High School divisions.	Stages The school offers K–12 programs in both British and American streams.
School type	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.	School type The school operates as a day school; no boarding facilities are indicated on the site.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The school serves local Saudi and expatriate students; BIS Al Olaya describes itself as inclusive for local and expatriate families. A published breakdown of nationalities is not available.	Pupil nationality mix Pupil nationality mix is not publicly disclosed.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school offers support through guidance counselors and a range of top-up classes and interventions via ECIS. There is an on-site clinic with a nurse available during the school day.	Additional learning support There is no explicit information about Additional Learning Needs (SEN) support on the site.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school follows an American curriculum and is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC).	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is stated; the campuses operate in Saudi Arabia.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not declared in BIS Al Olaya materials.	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not stated, though the education mentions spiritual support as part of its approach.
School day structure	School day structure Campus hours run from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, with start times and timetables published during the admissions process.	School day structure The school day runs from 7:30am to 3:30pm, Sunday through Thursday.
Bus service details	Bus service details No school bus service is offered.	Bus service details Bus service details are not listed on the site.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Tuition and registration fees by year group (amounts in SAR) - Pre‑School (KG1–KG3) - Annual tuition: SAR 20,000. - Registration (application) fee: SAR 1,000. - Term 1: SAR 8,000; Term 2: SAR 6,000; Term 3: SAR 6,000. - Uniform charge shown: SAR 400 (uniform supplied by a third‑party supplier). - Books: provided by a third‑party supplier; new admissions receive free books as published. - Lower School (Grade 1–3) - Annual tuition: SAR 22,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 8,800; Term 2: SAR 6,600; Term 3: SAR 6,600. Uniform charge: SAR 400. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier. - Lower School (Grade 4–6) - Annual tuition: SAR 24,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 9,600; Term 2: SAR 7,200; Term 3: SAR 7,200. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier. - Middle School (Grade 7–9) - Annual tuition: SAR 26,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 10,400; Term 2: SAR 7,800; Term 3: SAR 7,800. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier. - High School (Grade 10–12) - Annual tuition: SAR 28,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 11,200; Term 2: SAR 8,400; Term 3: SAR 8,400. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are presented on a three‑term billing basis (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) with the term amounts listed above; the registration fee is a separate one‑time charge shown alongside the tuition. - A 2.5% discount is applied for payment of the full year's tuition by the due date of Term 1 when payment is made by bank transfer. Timely payment is a condition for keeping any discounts. - An early‑re‑enrolment (early bird) discount of 10% is published for re‑enrolments meeting the stated deadline. A sibling discount of SAR 500 per child applies to the third and subsequent children enrolled. All discounts are subject to reversal if payment deadlines are missed. - VAT will be applied according to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia rules. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the published fee information for this school; all published fee lines relate to day‑school tuition, registration, uniform and books. Other costs and one‑off charges - Uniform: the fee table shows a uniform charge by year group (SAR 400 or SAR 550) and the school requires a regular and a PE kit; uniform items are supplied through a third‑party supplier. Separate uniform guidance and expectations are published. - Books: the published schedule indicates books are provided by a third‑party supplier; the published material also notes free books for new admissions. - No separate boarding, catering, transport, enrichment or capital/registration deposit fees are listed on the published tuition page beyond the registration fee, uniform charge and book provision noted above. Additional optional extras and incidental charges are not shown in the published fee table. Refund and cancellation information - No specific published refund, fee‑cancellation or withdrawal refund policy is provided on the school's published fee pages. Refund or cancellation terms are not specified in the fee schedule that is publicly shown. Accepted payment method referenced in the fee schedule - Bank transfer is explicitly referenced as a payment route (the 2.5% full‑year payment discount is tied to payment by bank transfer). Other specific payment channels (credit/debit card, online processor, direct debit) are not detailed in the published fee schedule. Key administrative notes (as published) - Registration fee for all year groups is SAR 1,000. Annual tuition and termly breakdowns are shown above per year group. Uniform provision and PE kit requirements are compulsory. Discounts and concessions are conditional on payment by the specified due dates. VAT is added in line with Saudi regulations. Books are listed as provided by a third‑party supplier and new admissions are noted as receiving free books. (Information above is drawn from the school's published tuition and admissions material.)	Fee details Application / Registration fees - No separate, consistently published one-off "application" fee is listed for general enrolment. The King Abdullah campus publishes a first‑year "Founding fees (year 1)" (shown as a discounted first‑year amount) which functions as the first‑year registration/fee level: KG1–3 SAR 18,700; Grades 1–3 SAR 20,400; Grades 4–6 SAR 21,250; Grades 7–9 SAR 22,525; Grades 10–12 SAR 24,225. Tuition fees (annual) — King Abdullah (Riyadh) campus - Standard annual tuition (stated as the school's standard fee that includes books, booklets and uniform): - KG 1–3: SAR 22,000. - Grades 1–3: SAR 24,000. - Grades 4–6: SAR 25,000. - Grades 7–9: SAR 26,500. - Grades 10–12: SAR 28,500. Tuition fees (annual) — Yanbu campus - Published annual tuition totals by grade (single annual amounts shown): - KG1: SAR 12,000. - KG2: SAR 12,000. - KG3: SAR 12,000. - Grade 1: SAR 13,000. - Grade 2: SAR 13,000. - Grade 3: SAR 13,000. - Grade 4: SAR 14,000. - Grade 5: SAR 14,000. - Grade 6: SAR 14,000. - Grade 7: SAR 15,000. - Grade 8: SAR 15,000. - Grade 9: SAR 15,000. - Grade 10: SAR 16,000. - Grade 11: SAR 16,000. - Grade 12: SAR 16,000. Tuition fees (annual) — other published campus listing - A separate campus listing for New Generation International School shows an alternate published fee structure (annual totals by grade) with different price points for validation/comparison: e.g. KG levels SAR 13,000; Grades 1–3 SAR 14,000; Grades 4–6 SAR 15,000; Grades 7–9 SAR 17,000; Grades 10–12 SAR 20,000. These amounts are presented as campus‑specific annual tuition totals. Per‑term amounts and billing frequency - Published figures are shown as annual tuition amounts. A campus‑level “Founding fee (year 1)” is published for the King Abdullah campus as a discounted first‑year amount; the standard fees are presented as annual totals. No definitive per‑term (termly) fee breakdown with term dates or exact due dates is published in the available admissions materials. Installment/financing options are offered for spreading the annual amount. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is published as an annual fee; the school offers payment by instalment/financing (example: 12‑month installment services and multiple payment partners are used on published school listings). The King Abdullah listing explicitly shows a first‑year founding/discounted figure and a standard annual fee that includes books, booklets and uniform. Specific invoice dates, term due dates, late‑payment penalties or exact installment deadlines are not published in the accessible admissions summary. Boarding fees - No boarding program or boarding fees are published for the Riyadh (King Abdullah) or Yanbu campuses; school locations are presented as day campuses with regular school hours (Sun–Thu 7:30am–3:30pm). No separate boarding charges are listed. Other costs and what is included - The King Abdullah campus states that the standard annual fee includes books, booklets and uniform. Published annual totals for other campuses are presented as overall tuition amounts; separate published line items for uniform, textbooks, examination fees or transport are not consistently listed alongside the published annual tuition totals. Expect additional optional or ancillary charges (transport, certain extracurricular activities, external exam fees) in practice, although separate line items are not shown in the available public fee summaries. Refunds and withdrawal - The admissions form process references an Enrollment & Payment Policies agreement that students/parents accept at enrollment, indicating formal refund/withdrawal terms are governed by those policies. A publicly accessible, detailed refund table or a full refund policy is not presented in the admissions summary materials available alongside the fee tables; specific refund percentages, notice periods or settlement procedures are therefore not published in the same admissions summaries. Fee payment options - Payment and financing options shown on the school's public listings include installment/finance partners and online payment platforms (examples of payment partners displayed on published listings include Tamara, Amwal, Baseta, Jeel Pay and other payment‑service providers). The school's campus fee pages show that installment financing over multiple months is an available option for families. Standard payment routes such as bank transfer or card payment are customarily used by schools in this market, and multiple online payment partners are presented on published fee listings. Summary notes for data entry - All published amounts above are presented as annual tuition totals by campus and grade. The King Abdullah campus publishes both a discounted first‑year ‘‘founding'' amount and a standard annual fee (the standard fee is stated to include books, booklets and uniform). The Yanbu and other campus listings show differing annual totals; instalment financing is offered as a payment method. Exact term‑by‑term invoices, specific due dates, and a detailed public refund schedule are not included in the campus admission summaries available alongside the published fee amounts.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The uniform is compulsory for BIS Al Olaya. Students wear two types of uniform: the regular daily school uniform and a PE kit worn only on PE days. The PE kit includes a white PE polo shirt (long or short sleeve), navy BIS Al Olaya shorts, white socks, and trainers. Clothing, equipment and bags should be clearly labelled with the student's full name and grade.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options There is an on-site cafeteria on BIS Al Olaya's campus that serves meals. The cafeteria offers healthy meals for students.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is owned and managed by Britus Education. Britus Education operates Britus International Schools across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, and Bahrain.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Directors; ownership details are not disclosed on the site.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Britus International School Al Olaya (BIS Al Olaya) in Riyadh's Al Olaya district offers a K–12 American curriculum based on US Common Core Standards, with English as the primary language of instruction and Arabic taught as a core subject. The school is organized into Pre School, Elementary, Middle, and High School, all following Common Core Standards; admissions materials indicate options between American and IB curricula. The Pre-School program uses the High Scope approach with specialist teachers delivering a child-centered early learning program. BIS Al Olaya is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC). Enrichment and student support are integral, including an enrichment program, a Student Council, and guidance counsellors to foster 21st-century learning.	Curriculum details New Generation International Schools offers two curricula, British and American, both available from kindergarten through grade 12. It operates two campuses in Saudi Arabia, located in Riyadh and Yanbu. The school day runs Sunday through Thursday, from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Public admissions pages show a branch selection (Riyadh or Yanbu) and standard student information but do not publish year-by-year qualification pathways. The curricula are described as 'British (From K-12)' and 'American (From K-12)' with no explicit GCSE/IGCSE or AP/A-Level details published on the site. For a detailed map of qualifications by year, contact admissions.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Britus International School Al Olaya provides social and emotional learning support through qualified Guidance Counsellors who work with senior leaders and class teachers to prioritize student well-being, with parents as partners.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding dedicated SEN provision or whether BIS Al Olaya operates as a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs provision, staff or facilities. Public pages refer to 'Child Development & Education' and a proprietary pedagogy, but do not specify SEN support, types of needs accommodated, or whether the school is a specialist SEN institution. There is no information about dedicated SEN staff, inclusive practices, or SEN policy in the publicly available materials. As a result, explicit SEN details are not disclosed publicly.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision.	English as an additional language The curriculum is described as British and American (From K–12), indicating English-language instruction. There is no publicly disclosed information about EAL provision, programmes, staffing or approaches to support students with English as an Additional Language. The public materials do not specify EAL specialists or targeted language support. Accordingly, explicit EAL arrangements are not disclosed publicly.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through Guidance Counsellors who provide social and emotional support and coordinate with parents to sustain student wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Child protection and safeguarding are prioritized; BIS Al Olaya notes a safe and secure site and maintains a Child Protection and Safeguarding policy available for review in the Policy Section.	Safeguarding There is no publicly disclosed information about safeguarding policies or child protection provisions in the available public materials. The site features general statements about values, development and safety but lacks a dedicated safeguarding policy, designates safeguarding roles, or specific procedures. Consequently, safeguarding arrangements are not publicly disclosed.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school site is a large open campus with a mixture of generous outdoor sports facilities and specialized teaching areas. The design is based on a large square layout from which the campus sections function. The school is located in the Al Olaya District on Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musaed bin Jalawi Street. The campus includes libraries, laboratories, playgrounds, and an indoor play area.	Facilities overview New Generation International Schools operate campuses in Riyadh and Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. Classrooms are air-conditioned and heated and equipped with networked computers and interactive whiteboards. There are three adventure playgrounds providing safe outdoor spaces for students of all ages. The on-site library offers a broad range of engaging fiction, non-fiction, and picture books. The campuses also feature a healthy canteen and spaces for Islamic learning.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Outdoor sports facilities are generous on the campus. The school has multiple playgrounds for physical education and break times. A qualified physical education teacher leads activities including aerobics, karate, and other sports. The playgrounds support PE classes and morning assemblies.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Library with a large collection of books supports reading and research; library classes are held weekly and students visit the library with their English or French teachers for targeted reading and listening activities. The library space includes a smart board and resources used for exhibitions, debates, presentations, and competitions. Computer labs enhance programming and digital literacy. Science labs for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are well laid out to promote active, safe learning. The on-site clinic provides health services and annual physical and dental check-ups with a nurse available during the school day.	Academic facilities The library provides a large range of engaging fiction, non-fiction, and picture books. Classrooms are air-conditioned and heated and are equipped with networked computers and interactive whiteboards. The school offers British and American curriculums from kindergarten through grade 12.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities An enrichment program takes education beyond the classroom and into wider engagement. Extracurricular and co-curricular activities are integral to developing the enrichment profile, with a range of local and international partnerships to offer diverse opportunities. Enrichment aims to prepare students as true 21st century learners by developing entrepreneurship, social reform, and the use of technology to support innovation and excellence, guided by core values of perseverance, integrity and trust.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Britus International School—Al Olaya was established in 2021 as a purpose-built K-12 school in Riyadh. The curriculum is American-based and aligned with US Common Core Standards, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and 21st-century skills. The school is owned and managed by Britus Education, the education arm linked to GFH Financial Group. BIS Al Olaya holds accreditation from the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC). The campus participates in the Spark Education Platform (SEP), which supports educator development and innovative practices.	History New Generation International Schools is a Saudi Arabia–based network of international campuses led by Dr. Mona Shalaby. The network operates campuses in Riyadh (including King Abdullah) and Yanbu City, reflecting a multi-campus model. The curriculum is offered in British and American streams for students from kindergarten through grade 12. The materials emphasize a values-driven education that combines academic challenge with enrichment opportunities and spiritual support, building a community of teachers, students, and parents. The exact founding date is not stated in public materials; public references place development from the late 2010s, with a founding year around 2019 cited for NGIS entities on professional bios.
Community	Community BIS Al Olaya emphasizes a strong, inclusive school community with an active student council involved in leadership and collaboration, supported by dedicated guidance counselors. The school maintains a governance structure that includes a Parent Council, a Board of Managers, and a Senior Leadership Team to foster family engagement. The enrichment program and campus activities reflect ongoing student-centered events and cultural activities that bring families onto campus. Community events occur throughout the year, including International Day of Charity, a French Contest, and a Football League in January 2026.	Community NGIS describes its school community as a values-based ecosystem that brings together teachers, students, and parents. The chairman's message notes a balance of academic challenge, enrichment opportunities, and spiritual support to foster a values-driven community. The site's 'Our Activities' section shows imagery of extracurricular programs, indicating a breadth of activities offered to students.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school has a formal Parent Council that connects families with school leadership, alongside a Board of Managers and a Senior Leadership Team. The Parent Council collaborates with leadership to support student welfare and enrichment and coordinates engagement with the BIS Al Olaya community. The campus also features a Student Council, illustrating opportunities for student and family participation in school life. BIS Al Olaya is owned and managed by Britus Education, which underpins an organized governance framework supporting PTA activities. Notable PTA/community events include International Day of Charity, French Contest, and Football League documented on the January 2026 calendar.	Parent teacher association The NGIS site does not publish a dedicated PTA page or list PTA activities. The site navigation includes a School Board, Our Vision, Our Mission, and a Chairman Message, indicating governance and family engagement channels but not a formal PTA. The School Board page describes classrooms, adventure playgrounds, and a library, and notes that the schools operate in Riyadh and Yanbu. The Chairman's message emphasizes a values-driven education that engages teachers, students, and parents. There is no publicly published schedule of PTA events or parent groups. If a PTA exists, its structure and activities are not described in publicly accessible materials.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Britus International School Al Olaya runs a robust enrichment program that extends learning beyond the classroom and into the wider world. It emphasizes 21st century skills and inquiry-based learning to prepare students for global opportunities. The program includes entrepreneurship, social reform, and the use of technology to support innovation and excellence. Extracurricular and co curricular activities are wide and varied and highly valued by students and the wider community.	Academic & intellectual The school offers two curricula for K-12: British and American. It emphasizes academic challenge, enrichment opportunities, and personal growth within a values-based community. The campuses are located in Yanbu and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Enrichment includes cultural activities and events that foster creative expression. Students participate in competitions and world events that broaden their artistic interests. The program aims to provide high quality learning experiences that nurture creativity in line with BIS Al Olaya values.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Enrichment focuses on global issues through world events to build cultural awareness. It relies on partnerships with local and international organizations to provide diverse cultural experiences. These opportunities help students develop intercultural understanding and global perspectives.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Extracurricular activities are broad and valued by students and the wider community. The enrichment program encourages student-led activities, teamwork, and engagement with a range of interests.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service Extracurricular activities are designed to engage the community and build partnerships with local and international organizations. The program emphasizes collaboration, cultural events, and community involvement.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Entrepreneurship and leadership development are integral to enrichment. The program aims to develop leadership, collaboration, and professional skills among students.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus provides outdoor sports facilities and spaces for physical activity, supporting student health and wellbeing. The enrichment program promotes wellbeing through diverse experiences that foster physical, mental, and social development.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Eligibility and grade levels. The school offers a K-12 curriculum based on international American standards and is located in the Al Olaya district of Riyadh, welcoming local and expatriate students. Admissions are open for the 2025/2026 academic year. Review grade levels to determine eligibility before applying. 2. Application and initial contact. Start Your Application or request a callback to begin the process. A member of the admissions team will be in touch within 24 hours. You can book a campus tour or contact Admissions to discuss next steps. 3. Assessment and documents. A placement test may be part of the admissions process to determine appropriate placement. Submit required documents and confirm enrollment with a simple reservation process. The placement results inform final placement decisions. 4. Campus visit and final enrollment. Tour the campus to see facilities and learn about the program. Speak with Admissions to understand curriculum and fees and to finalize enrollment. Final enrollment occurs after tests and documentation are completed.	Admissions 1. Branch selection is the first step in the online application. The form provides Branch—Please choose an option—Riyadh or Yanbu to route the application. Selecting the branch determines the campus that receives the application. The admissions form presents this option at the top as Step 1. 2. Student information is collected on the form. The form requires the student's full name, gender, date of birth, and place of birth. It also collects nationality (two entries), address, email, and mobile number. These details identify the student and enable campus communications. 3. Father information is requested on the form. The form asks for the father's name, nationality, mobile number, and profession, along with an email address. These details support registration records. 4. Mother information is requested on the form. The form asks for the mother's name, nationality, contact mobile, profession, and email. These details complete parental contact information for the application. 5. Enrollment & Payment Policies. Applicants must agree to the Enrollment & Payment Policies to proceed. The enrollment form includes a checkbox for Enrollment & Payment Policies. Agreeing to these policies is required before submission. 6. Submit enrollment form. After completing the above sections, the enrollment form can be submitted to initiate the admissions process. The form submission is part of the application process and the page provides the school's contact details for follow-up. The school operates Sun-Thu 7.30am-3.30pm for inquiries.
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