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Beech Hall School Riyadh

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 40,000 - 95,000
Ages 1 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 650
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Typical class size 16
Introduction

Beech Hall School Riyadh is a co-educational international day school on a purpose-built campus in Al Khuzama, Riyadh. It operates a staged curriculum: a bilingual early years and Kindergarten provision, a primary phase that follows a British-aligned international programme up to Grade 6, and a senior phase in which students follow an American curriculum from Grade 7 leading to an American High School Diploma, with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme offered in Grades 11–12. The school's main language of instruction is English; Arabic (including Arabic and Islamic Studies) is taught across stages and the school recruits specialist modern-language staff (for example Spanish). Facilities listed in the school prospectus include science and computing laboratories, innovation and design zones, art and music studios, a swimming pool, extensive gym and sports facilities, auditorium and indoor/outdoor performance areas, Early Years sensory play zones and dedicated prayer and reflection spaces. The school describes an inclusive, multi‑pathway approach framed by its internal curriculum model.

7490 Al Baldah, Al Khuzama, 4036, Riyadh 12581, Saudi Arabia

The Essentials

Beech Hall School Riyadh has 650 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
Beech Hall School Riyadh is located in the Al Khuzama district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The campus address is 4036 Al Baldah, 7490, Al Khuzama, Riyadh 12581, with access via main roads in the city. The school operates from a purpose-built campus designed for an international curriculum in this central Riyadh area. (Addresses and campus context are taken from the school's contact and campus pages.)

Stages
The school provides education from Kindergarten 1 through Grade 12. Kindergarten starts at age 3 and goes up to age 6, Primary covers Grades 1–6, and Senior School starts at Grade 7. Grade 10 was introduced in 2024, Grade 11 in 2025, and Grade 12 in 2026, aligning with the current expansion of the senior program.

Type
Beech Hall School Riyadh operates as a co-educational international school. The school describes itself as non-selective and inclusive, welcoming students of diverse backgrounds and abilities. It has a structured approach to learning with small class sizes designed to tailor the curriculum to individual needs. (Co-educational status is supported by the school's engagement with both Saudi and international families.)

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body is described as 51% Saudi and 49% international families. This mix indicates a predominantly Saudi local presence alongside a substantial international community, contributing to a global learning environment. The school notes that Saudi and non-Saudi children learn together and emphasizes an inclusive community.

Additional learning support
The school emphasises inclusivity and provides specialist teams on site to support children with additional needs. Observations and case-by-case planning are used to tailor support, and the policy allows inclusion across a broad range of needs. The inclusion approach is complemented by small class sizes and a structured pastoral framework.

Country affiliation
Beech Hall School Riyadh is affiliated with Beech Hall School in Cheshire, United Kingdom. The Riyadh campus follows curricula drawing on UK educational standards and operates as part of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City's international schools program.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation stated for the school. Arabic language and Islamic studies are integrated into the curriculum to support Saudi families and the local context.

School day structure
The school day varies by year group. Kindergarten runs from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm, Grades 1–6 run from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm, and Senior School (Grade 7 and up) runs until 4:00 pm. These times reflect the school's standard daily schedule.

Bus service
Beech Hall School Riyadh offers a school transport service. The fleet is operated by trusted drivers with bus chaperones on every journey, and routes are planned to serve families across Riyadh. Seats are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. For details or to reserve a seat, families should contact the admissions team or the transport contact listed by the school.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Beech Hall School Riyadh uses a formal uniform policy for Kindergarten through Senior School. The Primary and Senior School uniform is the standard Beech Hall School Riyadh uniform; items can be purchased from the designated supplier, with a uniform guide detailing each item. All uniform items are available from ZAKS at Cenomi Tala Mall, Exit 5, with in-store and online purchasing options. The PE kit includes navy blue shorts or skort with the BHSR logo, a BHSR PE t‑shirt, a BHSR hat, a towel, and trainers; students may wear only BHSR-branded kit on PE days.

Food Options
Beech Hall School Riyadh provides three lunch spaces on campus for children to dine and a Parent Café is available during the day for coffee and light snacks. Lunch can be purchased with coupons: lunch coupons cost 25 SAR each and can be bought at the school; each coupon is valid for one lunch and must be used on the day it is purchased. The school offers a designated lunch area where students can either purchase lunch with coupons or bring packed lunches.

House System
The school operates a house system to foster unity and belonging across Beech Hall School Riyadh and its key stages.

Governance and Ownership
Beech Hall School Riyadh was established under the Royal Commission for Riyadh City's International Schools Attraction Program, in a partnership between Fawaz Alhokair Group and Chatsworth Schools. It is a new branch of Beech Hall School in Cheshire, United Kingdom and is described as a non-profit project. The school is associated with the Chatsworth Group of Schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Beech Hall School Riyadh ranges from SAR 40,000 to SAR 95,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Admissions Fees

- Application Fee: SAR 1,500 (non-refundable) payable when an application is submitted.
- Admissions Fee: SAR 1,500 (non-refundable) payable within seven days of written admittance.
- Registration Fee: SAR 5,000 (refundable annual “seat” reservation fee). The registration fee is deducted from the Term 1 fees each year.

Tuition Fees — Annual and per-term amounts (SAR)

The school publishes the following standard annual tuition fees by year group. Term splits follow the billing schedule shown below (Term 1 = 40% of annual fee; Term 2 = 30%; Term 3 = 30%). The per-term amounts below are the straight 40/30/30 splits before applying the SAR 5,000 registration deduction to Term 1 where applicable.

- Nursery — Annual SAR 40,000
- Term 1: SAR 16,000
- Term 2: SAR 12,000
- Term 3: SAR 12,000.

- Kindergarten 1 — Annual SAR 55,000
- Term 1: SAR 22,000
- Term 2: SAR 16,500
- Term 3: SAR 16,500.

- Kindergarten 2 — Annual SAR 55,000
- Term 1: SAR 22,000
- Term 2: SAR 16,500
- Term 3: SAR 16,500.

- Kindergarten 3 — Annual SAR 60,000
- Term 1: SAR 24,000
- Term 2: SAR 18,000
- Term 3: SAR 18,000.

- Grade 1 — Annual SAR 65,000
- Term 1: SAR 26,000
- Term 2: SAR 19,500
- Term 3: SAR 19,500.

- Grade 2 — Annual SAR 65,000
- Term 1: SAR 26,000
- Term 2: SAR 19,500
- Term 3: SAR 19,500.

- Grade 3 — Annual SAR 80,000
- Term 1: SAR 32,000
- Term 2: SAR 24,000
- Term 3: SAR 24,000.

- Grade 4 — Annual SAR 80,000
- Term 1: SAR 32,000
- Term 2: SAR 24,000
- Term 3: SAR 24,000.

- Grade 5 — Annual SAR 80,000
- Term 1: SAR 32,000
- Term 2: SAR 24,000
- Term 3: SAR 24,000.

- Grade 6 — Annual SAR 80,000
- Term 1: SAR 32,000
- Term 2: SAR 24,000
- Term 3: SAR 24,000.

- Grade 7 — Annual SAR 85,000
- Term 1: SAR 34,000
- Term 2: SAR 25,500
- Term 3: SAR 25,500.

- Grade 8 — Annual SAR 85,000
- Term 1: SAR 34,000
- Term 2: SAR 25,500
- Term 3: SAR 25,500.

- Grade 9 — Annual SAR 85,000
- Term 1: SAR 34,000
- Term 2: SAR 25,500
- Term 3: SAR 25,500.

- Grade 10 — Annual SAR 90,000
- Term 1: SAR 36,000
- Term 2: SAR 27,000
- Term 3: SAR 27,000.

- Grade 11 — Annual SAR 95,000
- Term 1: SAR 38,000
- Term 2: SAR 28,500
- Term 3: SAR 28,500.

How the registration fee affects Term 1 payment

- The SAR 5,000 registration fee is treated as an annual seat reservation and is deducted from the Term 1 amount each year; therefore the first-term payment due will normally be the Term 1 split less SAR 5,000 (after the registration fee has been paid).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard billing schedule: 40% of the annual fee payable before the commencement of Term 1; 30% payable on or before the commencement of Term 2; 30% payable on or before the commencement of Term 3.
- Installment plans are available only by separate agreement and must be agreed with the Principal in conjunction with the Finance Manager. No discounts will be applied to installment plans unless approved in writing by the Principal.
- All expatriates within the Kingdom are subject to 15% tax on fees. All bank charges for electronic transfers to the school bank account must be paid by the remitter.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed as a fee item; no boarding fees are published.

Other costs and additional fees

- After-school care, holiday activities, additional academic or educational support (including additional language support or support for children with additional needs) and some school trips are billed separately and are additional to tuition. Where trips support the curriculum, a nominal fee may be charged.
- Uniforms: uniform packages are available from the school-approved supplier; the uniform package cost is approximately SAR 3,000 depending on year group.
- iPad requirement: pupils from Grade 4 and up are required to have an iPad; the bundled cost (iPad, case with English and Arabic keyboard and stylus) is published as SAR 2,818.65.

Refund information

- The SAR 5,000 registration fee is described as refundable (it is the annual seat reservation fee). Application and Admissions fees (SAR 1,500 each) are non-refundable. No other specific refund terms for tuition or other charges are published in the fee information.

Payment methods and practical notes

- The school accepts electronic transfers to its bank account; all bank transfer charges must be paid by the remitter. For other accepted payment methods or to arrange an alternative payment plan, contact the school's Finance team at finance@beechhallschoolriyadh.com.

Additional notes

- Additional billed services and optional activities (after-school programmes, some trips, holiday activities, additional learning support) will appear as separate charges. Installment arrangements, corporate rates, sibling discounts or any exception to the standard rules require written approval by the Principal.
Academics

Beech Hall School Riyadh teaches American Curriculum for students aged 1 to 17.

Curriculum
Beech Hall School Riyadh uses an international staged curriculum, with Primary (Grade 1–6) taught through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Senior School (Grades 7–8) uses the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) and provides a personalised timetable alongside enrichment in PE, swimming, drama, and music; staff are trained in IB and US diploma programs, and an after-school program supports broader learning. From Grade 9, students follow the US curriculum and can choose between the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the Advanced Placement (AP) pathway; the AP option is on the US Embassy approved list. The IB program includes core components such as Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). The Arts are integrated across the curriculum, with music and a range of instruments, performance opportunities, and both school- and after-school arts activities. The curriculum is designed to support smooth transitions between international frameworks and to facilitate global mobility for families relocating domestically or abroad.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional wellbeing is embedded in daily life at Beech Hall School Riyadh; every pupil has a homeroom teacher and a school counsellor and nurse are on site to support emotional and physical health, with a Pastoral Team dedicated to promoting wellbeing and early intervention.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Beech Hall School Riyadh describes itself as non-selective and inclusive, with small class sizes to support individual learning needs, and employs specialist Learning Support Assistants across age groups with focus areas including English as an Additional Language.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language is explicitly supported by specialist Learning Support Assistants across age groups.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the pastoral framework, including regular check-ins, a dedicated pastoral team, and on-site access to a counsellor and nurse to provide ongoing support.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection are governed by a formal Safeguarding Policy outlining staff responsibilities, reporting procedures, and partnerships with parents; the policy defines safeguarding and is available to parents, staff and volunteers on the school's site.
Parent Experience

History
Beech Hall School Riyadh was established as part of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City's International Schools Attraction Program, created to bring premium international schools to the capital in partnership with the Ministry of Investment and Ministry of Education. It operates as a branch of Beech Hall School in Cheshire, United Kingdom, which was founded in 1926 and is known for its innovative educational approach. The Riyadh campus blends elements of the UK curriculum with an international perspective while incorporating Arabic and Islamic Studies to reflect local context. It is a non-profit project aimed at enriching education for students in Riyadh. Beech Hall Riyadh currently offers Nursery through Grade 11, with Grade 12 planned to open in the 2026/2027 academic year.

Community
Beech Hall School Riyadh identifies itself as nurturing a diverse, inclusive and global school community in which Saudi and non-Saudi children learn together in a climate of respect, curiosity and belonging. The school emphasises personalised Learning Journeys and aims to foster a vibrant, supportive community for families from around the world. Community events include regular open days and coffee mornings to connect families with staff, along with cultural observances and school traditions such as Ramadan and Saudi Founding Day. A pastoral team provides student wellbeing support, counseling and guidance as part of the school's community framework.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A Parent Champions Association is planned for Beech Hall School Riyadh to foster strong partnerships between the school and its parents. The association will offer a platform for parents to collaborate with educators, share feedback and ideas, and contribute to school initiatives. It is described as preparing to engage parents in events, volunteer opportunities and fundraising activities. Although not yet launched, the initiative signals an emphasis on family involvement and collaboration in the school's educational program. When established, the Parent Champions Association will help coordinate parent input at Open Days, information sessions and other community activities, and will support fundraising and resource-enhancement efforts.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Beech Hall School Riyadh offers a purpose-built campus designed for flexible, light-filled learning. The campus is supported by a Space Zero partnership, delivering classrooms designed to minimise sensory overload while integrating technology. The school features an indoor swimming pool for KG2, seven recreation spaces including an indoor play area for Kindergarten, a large gym with weights and a yoga studio, and outdoor pitches for football and basketball. There are three dining spaces plus a Parent Café open throughout the day. The campus also includes a cinema-surround sound auditorium with 500 seats for assemblies and performances.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a large gym with weights and a dedicated yoga studio. Outdoor pitches support football and basketball, and an indoor swimming pool is used for KG2 swimming sessions.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are flexible learning spaces designed to minimise sensory overload, with abundant natural light and technology integrated into the surroundings through Space Zero. The Arts program demonstrates technology-enabled learning, with music composition using digital tools such as Soundtrap.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities include Choir, Instrumental Groups, Band, Violin Club and Dance Club. The school has hosted performances such as the Edhak experience and is planning events like a House Talent Show and a music lessons program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Beech Hall Riyadh offers an International Curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 8, with the International Curriculum Association (ICA) framework and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for learners aged 11–14. In Senior School, the school runs the American Curriculum (US College Board Pathway) leading to a US High School Diploma by Grade 12, with 22–24 credits per year and language literacy in English, Arabic and Global language, plus Islamic and moral education. Beech Hall Riyadh is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and the first IB cohort will begin in August 2026, with a six-subject Diploma pathway and the IB Core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, CAS). The admissions process is non-selective, with no entrance exam required.

Arts & Creative
The school supports artistic and personal creativity through Art, Music, Drama and Design Technology. The IB Diploma Programme includes The Arts as one of the six subject groups.

Cultural & Language
Literacy in English, Arabic and Global language is developed through Grades 9–10. Islamic and moral education are included as part of the program. The IB framework emphasizes global citizenship and language development across contexts.

Social & Hobbies
Co-curricular activities and sports are encouraged as part of the American Curriculum framework.

Community & Service
The IB Core includes Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS), supporting personal growth and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership development is supported through programs including the HPAIR Leadership Program.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A Pastoral Team supports student wellbeing as a core part of school life.
Languages

Language Provision
Literacy is provided in English, Arabic, and Global language. Kindergarten to Grade 8 uses an International Curriculum with the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for learners aged 11–14. The school offers an American Curriculum pathway for Grades 9–12, with literacy in English, Arabic and a Global language. From August 2026, Beech Hall Riyadh will offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as a Candidate School, with the first cohort in Grade 11.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Make an Enquiry. Complete an enquiry form. A member of the Admissions team contacts you to arrange a visit to Beech Hall School Riyadh. The purpose is to begin the admissions journey and discuss your child's needs.

2. School visit and meeting with our Superintendent. Schedule a campus visit and meet the team led by the Superintendent, Dana Abu-Goura. The visit provides an opportunity to discuss how your child will be happy, thrive, and be supported to be the very best they can be. You can see the learning environment and ask questions.

3. Registration. To register for a place, pay the Admissions Fee of 1,500 SAR, the Application Fee of 1,500 SAR and the Seat Reservation Fee of 5,000 SAR (deductible from Term payment) with VAT if applicable. VAT applies where applicable. On receipt of the registration fee, the Admissions Team will contact you to request your child's required documentation to complete the application.

4. Required documents. Provide scanned copies of the following documentation to complete your child's registration: three passport-size photographs; original school reports for the past two years; attested latest report card from the Ministry of Education or Saudi Embassy, if transferred from outside KSA, or from the KSA MoE if transferred from outside Riyadh; statement from the transferring school listing the last exams taken. Also provide copies of the child's, mother's and father's passports; the child's birth certificate; the child's vaccination card; the child's ID (IQAMA for non-Saudis or Saudi ID); sponsor's letter from the guardian's workplace (if applicable); financial clearance from the last attended school if transferring from a school inside Riyadh; original Ministry approval from the previous school if transferring from a school inside Riyadh.

5. Acceptance letter and terms and conditions. The final step is for the Admissions Team to send an offer letter, Terms and Conditions document and the Parents' Contract which needs to be signed by the parent or parents and the acceptance deposit paid. On receipt of the signed acceptance and deposit, your child's place at Beech Hall School Riyadh is confirmed and you and your child become part of the Beech Hall School Riyadh community. The Admissions Team will then send you all information about starting school and requests for fee payments in line with the terms and conditions.
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