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British Curriculum International Schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Compare 20 British Curriculum international schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SAR 40,883), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
20
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
SAR 40,883
Fee range
SAR 10,350 – 101,430
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (20 schools)
Average school size
1,323 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Thamer International Schools
Oldest
Knights of Knowledge International Schools (2014)
About international schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

British-curriculum international schools in Jeddah typically follow an English-medium programme built on the National Curriculum of England and international British exam routes such as Cambridge IGCSE (Years 10 - 11) and either A-levels or other post-16 pathways, sometimes alongside internationally recognised alternatives. Arabic lessons are usually provided (as first-language for Saudi nationals and as an additional language for others) and Muslim students normally follow Islamic studies courses to meet local requirements; schools also offer English language support for newcomers. Fees vary widely by provider and year group, with lower-cost community or national-section schools at one end and larger international British schools in a higher band; families should budget for annual tuition plus registration, capital or entrance charges, transport and uniforms. Admissions follow the Saudi school calendar (the new academic year normally begins in September), use age cut-offs and school assessments in English and mathematics, and require identity and education documents plus vaccination records and any Ministry of Education approvals for transfers.

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FAQs for Saudi Arabia

What does a "British curriculum" school in Jeddah usually teach and which qualifications do pupils sit?
A British-curriculum school generally follows the structure and subjects of the National Curriculum of England in primary and early secondary years, leading to external qualifications such as Cambridge IGCSEs in Years 10 - 11 and then A-levels or alternative post-16 programmes. Many schools adapt content to local requirements while keeping English as the language of instruction, and subject choice expands in secondary to include sciences, humanities and modern languages.
Which languages and religious subjects are part of the programme?
Instruction is primarily in English, with Arabic taught either as first language for Saudi children or as an additional language for others, and other modern languages sometimes offered as electives. Islamic studies (often called Islamiyat) are typically provided for Muslim pupils to meet Saudi education requirements, while non-Muslim families can discuss alternatives with schools during admission.
How much should I expect to pay for a British international school in Jeddah?
Annual tuition varies considerably by school and year group; published fees for British-curriculum schools in Jeddah can range from more modest community-section rates up through mid-to-high bands for larger international schools, so families commonly see very different price points depending on location, facilities and age of the child. In addition to tuition, schools usually charge one-off registration or capital fees and recurring costs for transport, meals, uniforms and exam entries, so request a full fee schedule before committing.
When should we apply and what documents will be needed?
Applications are normally made in the months leading up to the new school year (which typically starts in September) and many schools run their main intake at Reception/Year 1, Year 7 and Year 12 as key entry points, though places can open at other times. Expect to provide passports and residency documents, vaccination records, recent school reports or a transfer certificate, and to take part in an English and maths assessment or interview; transfers from outside Saudi Arabia may require Ministry of Education approval.
What practical things should we compare when shortlisting British schools in Jeddah?
Compare the exact curriculum pathway and external exam board offered, English language support and the school’s approach to Arabic and Islamic studies, transparency of the fee structure, transport routes and commute times, safeguarding and pastoral care policies, and recognised accreditations or inspection reports. Also ask about class sizes, university guidance for older pupils and how the school supports new arrivals settling into a different curriculum and language environment.