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American Curriculum International Schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Compare 20 American Curriculum international schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SAR 35,551), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
20
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
SAR 35,551
Fee range
SAR 10,000 – 105,110
More school facts
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (20 schools)
Average school size
1,767 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Dar Jana International Schools
Oldest
Zahrat Al-Sahraa International School (1988)
About international schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

American-curriculum international schools in Jeddah deliver US-style K - 12 programmes taught mainly in English, often aligned to AERO/Common Core standards and, at larger schools, offering Advanced Placement courses and sometimes the IB Diploma alongside the American High School Diploma. Arabic and Saudi-studies requirements apply for Saudi nationals and Arabic language classes are widely provided from the early years, with options for additional modern languages in upper grades. Fees vary widely by provider: mid-tier Saudi-owned American-pathway schools commonly sit in the SAR 35,000 - 65,000 band while the internationally managed American school publishes higher high-school tuition in the SAR 90,000 - 105,000 range (VAT and extras can push the total higher). Admissions follow the Saudi August - June academic calendar, with entry usually assessed by placement tests and a Ministry transfer/attestation process for students moving from outside the Kingdom, so relocating families should allow several weeks for paperwork and factor in transport, uniform and exam extras when budgeting.

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FAQs for Saudi Arabia

How does an American curriculum in Jeddah differ from a British or national pathway?
American-pathway schools use a US-style K - 12 sequence leading to an American High School Diploma and commonly offer AP courses; some larger schools combine that pathway with internationally recognised programmes such as the IB Diploma. By contrast, British-pathway schools lead to IGCSEs and A Levels, and Saudi national schools follow the national curriculum; many Jeddah schools run parallel pathways so it is important to check which diploma and external exams a school actually awards.
What language support and subjects should I expect for my child?
Instruction is primarily in English, with Arabic language lessons and Saudi studies required for Saudi nationals and usually taught across early and secondary years; schools often label Arabic as an A or B language depending on student background. Many American-pathway schools also offer other modern languages (for example French or Spanish) in upper grades and provide English-language learner support or assessments at entry if a child’s English needs development.
How much will an American-curriculum school in Jeddah cost and what extras should I budget for?
Headline annual tuition across Jeddah’s American-pathway schools commonly ranges from around SAR 35,000 at mid-tier providers up to roughly SAR 90,000 - 105,000 for senior years at the internationally managed American school; published school schedules show lower fees for early years and rising fees through Grades 9 - 12. Expect additional recurring costs for transport, uniforms, books, AP or external exam fees and possible learning-support services, which can add a further 10 - 20 per cent or more to the total annual cost depending on the school.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Jeddah?
Jeddah schools follow an August - June academic year; many open applications in the autumn for the following August intake and larger schools close their main intake by mid-January, while mid-tier providers may run rolling admissions until capacity is reached. For transfers from abroad allow extra time for document attestation and Ministry approvals - schools commonly advise allowing several weeks on top of the school’s own assessment and placement timetable.
What documents and entry checks are usually required for transfers into an American section in Jeddah?
Schools typically require complete, attested previous school records or transcripts, passport and residency (Iqama) copies, a Ministry transfer or approval letter when moving within Saudi Arabia, and proof of age against the school’s September cutoff; placement testing in English and mathematics is normally part of the admissions process. Failure to provide authenticated documents can delay enrolment, so parents should obtain certified translations and embassy/Saudi attestation where required before applying.