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International Schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Compare 40 international schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SAR 33,709), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
40
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
SAR 33,709
Fee range
SAR 3,360 – 105,110
More school facts
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (20 schools)
Average school size
1,291 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Dar Jana International Schools
Oldest
International Indian School Jeddah - Boys Section (1969)
About international schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

International schools in Jeddah offer a range of English-medium programmes that reflect the city’s large expatriate population alongside Saudi families, most commonly British (IGCSE/A-level), American (high-school diploma/AP) and increasingly the International Baccalaureate, with some French, German and Indian board options also available. Arabic language lessons are normally part of the curriculum and Saudi students will also follow required Islamic studies; schools balance this local requirement with international syllabuses. Annual tuition varies widely by age, curriculum and campus, with published ranges in Jeddah from roughly 5,000 SAR up to around 90,000 SAR a year and additional charges for exams, transport and other services. Admissions follow each school’s annual cycle within Ministry of Education rules; many schools open applications in late winter or spring for the next academic year and will ask for passports/residency, previous school reports and other standard documents for placement.

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Which curricula can my child study in Jeddah’s international schools?
You will commonly find British curricula (Cambridge IGCSE and A-levels or the UK national framework), American programmes leading to a high-school diploma (sometimes with Advanced Placement options), and a growing number of schools offering the IB Diploma or parts of the IB continuum. There are also specialist national-curriculum schools (for example French, German and Indian CBSE provision) so families can usually find an option that matches their home system or university plans.
How much should we budget for international school fees in Jeddah?
Published tuition in Jeddah varies a great deal depending on school, age and facilities; recent fee listings for the city show annual tuition broadly between about 5,000 SAR and 90,000 SAR, with many schools clustered in a mid-range. Expect additional costs such as registration, capital contributions, transport and external examination fees, and be aware that schools commonly apply modest annual increases subject to Ministry approval.
When should we apply and what documents will schools typically ask for?
Most international schools in Jeddah run a yearly admissions cycle and many open places and applications for the following academic year in late winter or spring, but some accept applications year-round for available places; check individual school calendars. Commonly required documents include passports and residency permits, recent school reports or transcripts, vaccination records, and for transfers inside Saudi Arabia a Ministry transfer letter or approved paperwork.
What language and religious instruction should we expect?
English is the primary language of instruction in most international schools, but Arabic is taught as either a language subject or as part of a bilingual programme, and Saudi nationals typically follow mandatory Islamic studies and Saudi curriculum requirements alongside their international programme. Schools usually publish how they integrate Arabic and religious education into the timetable, so check each school’s policy if this is important for your child.
What practical things should parents check when choosing a school in Jeddah?
Look for recognised accreditation or inspection reports, clarity about the exact curriculum and external examinations offered (IGCSE/A-level, IB, American diploma), English language support and pathways to universities your child may target, plus safeguarding, transport and extra-curricular provision. Also check published fee schedules and what is included, the admissions age cut-offs used by the school, and recent school calendars so you can plan relocation and visas.