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Islamic International Schools in Saudi Arabia

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About international schools in Saudi Arabia

Islamic international schools in Saudi Arabia combine an international academic curriculum with formal Arabic and Islamic studies, so families should expect programmes that mix English-medium teaching (or bilingual instruction) with daily or weekly Islamic education and Qur’anic study. Many of these schools follow British, American, IB or regional syllabuses while adapting required Saudi content and regulations, and they operate across the usual K - 12 age range. Fees vary widely by city, curriculum and facilities, so expect anything from modest private-school charges to substantially higher international-school fees; extra costs such as registration, transport and exam fees are common. Admissions are tied to the Saudi academic calendar and to residency rules, so parents will normally need a valid residency permit (iqama), translations of transcripts and standard health records when they apply.

Compare 41 Islamic international schools in Saudi Arabia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SAR 38,065), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 41 schools · avg fee SAR 38,065
Schools listed
41
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
SAR 38,065
Fee range
SAR 9,200 – 125,000
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (24 schools)
Average school size
1,177 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Kingdom Schools
Oldest
Al-Kifah Academy – Al-Ahsa (2000)

26 international schools in Riyadh

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9 international schools in Jeddah

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2 international schools in Madinah

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1 international school in Al Kharj

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1 international school in Al Mubarraz

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1 international school in Tabuk

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1 international school in Al Khobar

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FAQs for Saudi Arabia

What curricula and languages are normally offered at Islamic international schools in Saudi Arabia?
You will commonly find British, American and International Baccalaureate programmes alongside some regional curricula (for example Indian or Pakistani syllabuses), with instruction usually in English or bilingually in English and Arabic. Arabic language and Saudi or Islamic studies are routinely timetabled to meet local requirements, and Qur’anic or religious classes are integrated into the school day at many institutions.
How much should we budget for fees and extra costs?
Tuition fees vary a great deal by city, curriculum and school standard, so budgets typically span modest private-school levels through to significantly higher international-school fees; parents should also factor in one-off registration or capital levies, transport, uniforms, lunches and external exam charges. Many guides for families recommend requesting full, itemised fee schedules from schools before applying so you can compare total annual costs rather than headline tuition alone.
What documents and timing are needed for admissions when relocating to Saudi Arabia?
Schools commonly require the child’s passport, a valid Saudi residency permit (iqama), previous school records or transcripts (translated into English or Arabic if necessary), vaccination records, a birth certificate and passport photos. Admissions are typically processed in the months ahead of the Saudi school year (schools usually open around August/September under the national calendar), and some schools run rolling or mid-year intakes where places are available.
Are classes mixed or single-sex at these schools?
Provision varies with age and school policy, but Saudi regulations and cultural norms mean that many private and international schools operate gender-segregated arrangements, particularly from upper primary or secondary levels; some schools may be co-educational in early years while separating classes, facilities or start times later on. If gender organisation matters to your family, check each school’s specific arrangements and how they manage activities, transport and social spaces.
What should we compare when choosing between Islamic international schools?
Focus on curriculum alignment with your child’s next steps, the depth and timetabling of Arabic and Islamic studies, teacher qualifications and safeguarding/pastoral provision, plus accreditation or inspection reports and transparent fee policies. Also visit to observe language use, how religious studies are taught in practice, and whether extracurricular provision and transport meet your family’s needs; these practical checks often reveal more than prospectus descriptions alone.