Horizon International School - Riyadh vs Pakistan International School Riyadh – English Section

	H Horizon International School - Riyadh Riyadh, Saudi Arabia	P Pakistan International School Riyadh – English Section Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year SAR 14,175 - 32,750	Fees / year SAR 8,750 - 14,500
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1999	Opened 1995
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	Location PISES is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is a community-owned, non-profit English-medium school serving children from ages 3 to 18 of the Pakistani community. The school operates Preschool, Junior School, and Senior School with separate Boys Wings and Girls Wings. Transport arrangements are managed by the school's Transport department and a Google Maps location is provided.
Stages	Stages —	Stages Pre-School (Nursery to KG); Junior School (Key Stage 1–2 up to Grade 7); Senior School (Grades 8–12; IGCSE/GCE-aligned curriculum).
School type	School type —	School type Co-educational with gender-segregated wings (Boys Wing and Girls Wing).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Primarily serves the Pakistani community.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Pakistan (serves children from the Pakistani community).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School operates morning and afternoon shifts across wings; Preschool and Junior Wings offer two shifts, with Boys Wing and Girls Wing running across morning/afternoon sessions.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Transport is provided; inquiries should be directed to transport@pises.edu.sa.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details —	Fee details Application and Admission Fees - SAR 124 — Registration / Admission Test Fee (non‑refundable, for all grades). - SAR 2,000 — Admission Charges (one‑time, non‑refundable). Other One‑time and Annual Charges - SAR 600 per annum — Laboratory charges (applies to A‑level classes; non‑refundable). - Book fee — Charged on the basis of actual cost for books issued; charged per annum and non‑refundable. - SAR 70 per annum — ICT (LearnOBot) curriculum charge for Grades 1–7 (non‑refundable). - SAR 3,000 per annum — Additional charge per extra AS/A‑Level subject (the stated AS/A‑Level fee covers three core subjects; each extra subject is charged separately). Tuition fees by year group (monthly and session amounts) - Nursery to Reception: Monthly SAR 875 — Session SAR 8,750. - KG to Grade 2: Monthly SAR 950 — Session SAR 9,500. - Grade 3 to Grade 5: Monthly SAR 1,100 — Session SAR 11,000. - Grade 6 to Grade 7: Monthly SAR 1,180 — Session SAR 11,800. - Grade 8 to Grade 10: Monthly SAR 1,250 — Session SAR 12,500. - Grade 11 to Grade 12: Monthly SAR 1,450 — Session SAR 14,500. Per‑billing instalments (how tuition is billed within the session) - The school charges tuition for a 10‑month academic session and collects fees in three advance instalments: 1st instalment = 4 months; 2nd instalment = 3 months; 3rd instalment = 3 months. Use the monthly fee above to calculate each instalment. - Example instalment breakdown (calculated from the published monthly rates): - Nursery–Reception (Monthly SAR 875): 1st instalment (4 months) SAR 3,500; 2nd instalment (3 months) SAR 2,625; 3rd instalment (3 months) SAR 2,625. - KG–Grade 2 (Monthly SAR 950): 1st SAR 3,800; 2nd SAR 2,850; 3rd SAR 2,850. - Grade 3–5 (Monthly SAR 1,100): 1st SAR 4,400; 2nd SAR 3,300; 3rd SAR 3,300. - Grade 6–7 (Monthly SAR 1,180): 1st SAR 4,720; 2nd SAR 3,540; 3rd SAR 3,540. - Grade 8–10 (Monthly SAR 1,250): 1st SAR 5,000; 2nd SAR 3,750; 3rd SAR 3,750. - Grade 11–12 (Monthly SAR 1,450): 1st SAR 5,800; 2nd SAR 4,350; 3rd SAR 4,350. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are charged for a 10‑month academic session; the invoice due date is shown on each fee invoice and all fees must be paid on or before the due date. - First month's/session's fee must be paid in advance at the time of admission for new students. - Withdrawal and month‑of‑withdrawal rules: If the student is withdrawn on or before the 5th of a month, that month's fee is not charged; if withdrawn after the 5th, the fee for that month is fully charged. After 31 March, parents must pay fees for remaining months of the session upon withdrawal except where a sponsoring parent produces proof of final exit. - Full‑term fee is payable in the case of admission or withdrawal during a term. The school issues statement(s)/clearance only after all dues are cleared. - Fee concessions (tuition only, kinship basis): 1st child — no concession; 2nd child — 15% on tuition; 3rd child — 20% on tuition; 4th child — 25% on tuition; 5th child and onward — 30% on tuition. - All published fees are shown exclusive of applicable government taxes; any taxes announced by the authorities are payable by parents. Transport (bus) fees and rules - Transport is an optional service subject to seat availability. Bus/transport fees are charged for full month/term even if the bus is used for part of the month/term. For short‑term emergency use the minimum payable is SAR 250 per month (even if used for part of a month). Cancellation requires advance notice as specified by the transport policy. Boarding / Hostel fees - The school does not operate boarding/hostel facilities for students; there are no boarding fees. Student services are provided on a day‑school basis (transport available as an optional service). Uniform and book costs - A school uniform is compulsory and specific uniform items are prescribed by grade. Uniform items are not included in the tuition; parents are responsible for purchasing required uniform pieces. Textbooks are provided on a loan/issue basis and a book fee is charged to cover part of the cost; parents are charged the replacement cost for lost or damaged books. Refund and clearance information - The school issues school leaving certificates and other clearance documents only after full payment of outstanding dues and return of school property (books and equipment). Parents wishing to withdraw must submit the prescribed withdrawal form; the date on the form (or date of submission, if later) is treated as the student's last day for fee purposes. Certain rules apply to examination entries for Grade 10, AS and A2 students: all dues (including transport) must be cleared before issuance of the Statement of Entry for external examinations. Fee payment methods and banking details - Online bank deposit / electronic payment is supported. Bank details for online fee deposit are provided as follows: Bank Al Rajhi — Beneficiary: Pakistan International School English Section — Account No: 504608014342886 — IBAN: SA0480000504608014342886. Parents may also contact the Admission or Finance Office to make payments in person. For fee queries contact the Finance/Admissions offices.
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House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership Community-owned, non-profit, English-medium school serving children aged 3 to 18 from the Pakistani community.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Horizon International School Educational experiences Register students Parents School staff welcome to Horizon International School We are an international school with a strong academic curriculum in all subjects while maintaining our Arab and Islamic identity. American British Curriculum AdvancED, WASC, and AIAA accreditations More Founded 1999 latest news 10 8 - 2024 Dear Parents , Due to the intensity of registration , our school gates will be open for student registration starting from next week according to the schedule below . 30 7 - 2024 American British Curricula 30 7 - 2024 parents memo for parents 30 7 - 2024 Parents / Teachers Meeting Our schools mobile application Various services School Achievements News Archive Video albums Photo albums	Curriculum details The school bases its curriculum on the Foundation Stage Early Learning Goals. It is a nonprofit, English-medium institution serving students aged 3 to 18, with programmes from early years through the senior levels.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio American British Curriculum AdvancED, WASC, and AIAA accreditations More Founded 1999 latest news 10 8 - 2024 Dear Parents , Due to the intensity of registration , our school gates will be open for student registration starting from next week according to the schedule below .	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results 30 7 - 2024 American British Curricula 30 7 - 2024 parents memo for parents 30 7 - 2024 Parents / Teachers Meeting Our schools mobile application Various services School Achievements News Archive Video albums Photo albums	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented American British Curriculum AdvancED, WASC, and AIAA accreditations More Founded 1999 latest news 10 8 - 2024 Dear Parents , Due to the intensity of registration , our school gates will be open for student registration starting from next week according to the schedule below .	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school maintains students' physical and mental health as part of its wellbeing focus. A health care policy ensures a healthy atmosphere conducive to learning. The school relies on a student supervisor to manage nursing duties when there is no full-time nurse, and this supervisor holds a first aid certificate. In emergencies, students are transported by school bus to hospital, and parents are informed immediately. Hygiene is prioritized with daily cleaning of classrooms, corridors, and bathrooms, and the provision of soap and cleaners.	Social & emotional learning PISES provides a safe and respectful learning environment through a Code of Conduct and safety policies. Students have rights and responsibilities that emphasize safety in the classroom, on the playground, and in school activities. The Code of Conduct includes the prohibition of illegal drugs, tobacco, and weapons, and requires positive, respectful relationships within the school community. There are formal procedures for raising concerns; parents are encouraged to begin with the homeroom teacher in the presence of the Wing Coordinator, then meet with the Vice Principal, and finally contact the Principal if needed. The school's Learning Goals express a commitment to independent thinkers, effective communicators, and multifaceted citizens. Bus safety is addressed with structured disciplinary procedures to protect riders and ensure orderly travel.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school treats students equitably, including those with disabilities or other special needs, and meets the individual learning needs of students.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language English as a Second Language is a listed subject at PISES. The medium of instruction is English, and the school is an English-medium institution designed to serve the needs of children from ages 3-18 of the Pakistani community. The ESL subject is part of the curriculum to support language development.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is recognized as a vital component of student health; the health care policy emphasizes a healthy, supportive environment for learning.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school effectively manages and implements programs for child protection and student welfare; staff undertake ongoing professional development and comply with government and school policies to safeguard students.	Safeguarding Safety and respectful relationships are core to the school's Code of Conduct, which requires positive behaviour and safety in all school contexts. There are established procedures for raising concerns: parents should first consult with the homeroom teacher in the presence of the Wing Coordinator, then seek a meeting with the Vice Principal, and if unresolved, contact the Principal. The school emphasizes safety during transportation, with Bus Riders' rules and disciplinary procedures to protect students and ensure orderly travel. The code also promotes reporting unsafe situations to staff such as Wing Coordinators or bus drivers, and emphasizes safety during excursions and activities.
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Facilities	Facilities
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Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History American British Curriculum AdvancED, WASC, and AIAA accreditations More Founded 1999 latest news 10 8 - 2024 Dear Parents , Due to the intensity of registration , our school gates will be open for student registration starting from next week according to the schedule below .	History PISES Riyadh, English Section, is a non-profit English-medium school serving children aged 3–18 from the Pakistani community. It was established in September 1995 under the supervision of the Embassy of Pakistan, with the Ambassador of Pakistan as Patron-in-Chief, and later secured a separate license to operate as Pakistan International School, Riyadh (English Section), PISES. The original campus began as a single site and expanded into three wings—the Junior wing, Girls' wing, and Boys' wing—each with its own facilities and staff. The Senior School covers grades 8–12 and follows the British National Curriculum. PISES is a recognized study center for Edexcel and Cambridge International Examinations (O'Level, IGCSE, AS and A Level).
Community	Community —	Community PISES is a community-owned non-profit English-medium school designed to serve the needs of children aged 3–18 of the Pakistani community. It operates in Riyadh under the Embassy of Pakistan and aligns with Cambridge and Edexcel examinations. PISES emphasizes up-to-date teaching methodologies and technology to support student learning.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Tech Mentoring is offered as an extracurricular activity. Tech Mentoring is listed among the activity options in Horizon International School's extracurricular section. Fine Arts (visual arts, art appreciation, drama, poetry) and Service are listed as other activity options.	Academic & intellectual The school requires participation in the Extra-curricular Program in at least one activity per semester. Most students participate in more than one activity. A large range of activities is organized during school hours on premises by staff. Examples of extracurricular activities include English speeches, Urdu speeches, quizzes, art competition, Quran recitation competition, field trips, sports day, spelling bee contest, and clubs & societies.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Fine Arts (visual arts, art appreciation, drama, poetry) is available as an extracurricular activity. It is listed as one of the activity options. The program includes experiences in visual arts, drama, and poetry. These activities are part of the school's extracurricular offerings.	Arts & creative Art competition is part of the Extracurricular Activities. The school runs clubs and societies that provide opportunities for creative expression. These activities are organized on school premises by staff.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language English speeches and Urdu speeches are offered. Quran recitation competition is part of the program. The House System includes an even distribution of language groups and cultures within each House, promoting cultural exchange. Clubs & Societies may include language and cultural activities.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Football, volleyball, basketball, and table tennis are offered as extracurricular activities. The activities involve interactions with students from other schools. Athletics are provided for both boys and girls. Horizon International School provides organized sports for boys and girls.	Social & hobbies The wings organize extracurricular activities so each student can participate in an event and showcase sporting abilities and sportsmanship. Field trips and spelling bee are part of the program. English speeches and Urdu speeches and quizzes offer social, linguistic and competitive experiences. The program emphasizes participation across a range of activities to build social skills.
Community & service	Community & service Service is listed as an extracurricular activity. It is included among the activity options. Participation in service activities is part of Horizon International School's extracurricular program. The available options include Fine Arts, Tech Mentoring, Service, and Athletics.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The House System places each student in a House with an even mix of language groups and cultures. It promotes healthy participation and competition in activities. It provides opportunities for students to interact and collaborate across cultures. The system aims to inspire students to lead and contribute to society.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Athletics are part of the extracurricular program. Horizon International School provides organized sports for boys and girls. Football, volleyball, basketball, and table tennis are available. These activities support physical activity and well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Extracurricular activities include sports and field trips; sports day is part of the program. Activities are organized on school premises by staff and aim to develop sporting abilities and sportsmanship. Participation in multiple activities supports physical well-being and teamwork. The program provides enjoyable, structured experiences that complement classroom learning.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. An English-only policy is enforced on campus, with Arabic lessons forming part of the curriculum. Students are expected to speak English at all times during school and school-related activities to support English language development. Arabic lessons are included in the curriculum.	Language provision The school is a non-profit English-medium institution serving children aged 3 to 18. The Senior School program is based on the British National Curriculum. The school is a recognized study center for Edexcel and Cambridge International Examinations for O-Level, IGCSE, AS, and A Level. The school was established in September 1995 under the supervision of the Embassy of Pakistan, with the Ambassador of Pakistan as its Patron-in-Chief.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards – June 2025: 17 students earned 20 Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards, including 11 Top in the World distinctions.
Accreditations	Accreditations American British Curriculum AdvancED, WASC, and AIAA accreditations More Founded 1999 latest news 10 8 - 2024 Dear Parents , Due to the intensity of registration , our school gates will be open for student registration starting from next week according to the schedule below .	Accreditations Cambridge International Examinations: Recognized study center for O-Level, IGCSE, AS and A Level. Edexcel (Pearson Edexcel): Recognized study center for Edexcel examinations.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Horizon International School boys girls kg Join us! Horizon International School Educational experiences Register Join us! Horizon International School Educational experiences Register students Parents School staff welcome to Horizon International School We are an international school with a strong academic curriculum in all subjects while maintaining our Arab and Islamic identity. American British Curriculum AdvancED, WASC, and AIAA accreditations More Founded 1999 latest news 10 8 - 2024 Dear Parents , Due to the intensity of registration , our school gates will be open for student registration starting from next week according to the schedule below . 30 7 - 2024 American British Curricula 30 7 - 2024 parents memo for parents 30 7 - 2024 Parents / Teachers Meeting Our schools mobile application Various services School Achievements News Archive Video albums Photo albums	Admissions —
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