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Britus International Schools Al Olaya

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 20,000 - 28,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Introduction

Britus International Schools Al Olaya is an international Pre‑K–Grade 12 school located in the Olaya district of Riyadh that follows an American curriculum. The school enrols children from early years through secondary (published as Pre‑K/KG to Grade 12, ages c.3–18) and states it is co‑educational in the early years and primary phases and single‑gender from Grade 6 onwards. Instruction is delivered in English across all year groups; the school publishes Arabic as a taught subject and also offers French provision in its language and library programmes. Published facilities include a library, computer and science laboratories, playgrounds, clinic, cafeteria and prayer rooms, alongside supervised entry and safety measures. The school highlights built‑in programmes in coding and robotics, PSHE/enrichment activities, and extracurricular opportunities such as Model United Nations and an annual spelling bee as distinctive elements of its programme.

Olaya District, Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musaed bin Jalawi Street, Saudi Arabia

The Essentials

Britus International Schools Al Olaya has instruction in English.

Location
The BIS Al Olaya campus is located in the Olaya district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musaed bin Jalawi Street. The district is a central area with access to major city routes and amenities.

Stages
The school provides a K-12 program with Pre-School, Elementary, Middle, and High School divisions.

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school serves local Saudi and expatriate students; BIS Al Olaya describes itself as inclusive for local and expatriate families. A published breakdown of nationalities is not available.

Additional learning support
The school offers support through guidance counselors and a range of top-up classes and interventions via ECIS. There is an on-site clinic with a nurse available during the school day.

Country affiliation
The school follows an American curriculum and is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC).

Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not declared in BIS Al Olaya materials.

School day structure
Campus hours run from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, with start times and timetables published during the admissions process.

Bus service
No school bus service is offered.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The uniform is compulsory for BIS Al Olaya. Students wear two types of uniform: the regular daily school uniform and a PE kit worn only on PE days. The PE kit includes a white PE polo shirt (long or short sleeve), navy BIS Al Olaya shorts, white socks, and trainers. Clothing, equipment and bags should be clearly labelled with the student's full name and grade.

Food Options
There is an on-site cafeteria on BIS Al Olaya's campus that serves meals. The cafeteria offers healthy meals for students.

Governance and Ownership
The school is owned and managed by Britus Education. Britus Education operates Britus International Schools across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, and Bahrain.
Fees

Annual tuition at Britus International Schools Al Olaya ranges from SAR 20,000 to SAR 28,000 for 2026/27.

Tuition and registration fees by year group (amounts in SAR)

- Pre‑School (KG1–KG3)
- Annual tuition: SAR 20,000.
- Registration (application) fee: SAR 1,000.
- Term 1: SAR 8,000; Term 2: SAR 6,000; Term 3: SAR 6,000.
- Uniform charge shown: SAR 400 (uniform supplied by a third‑party supplier).
- Books: provided by a third‑party supplier; new admissions receive free books as published.

- Lower School (Grade 1–3)
- Annual tuition: SAR 22,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 8,800; Term 2: SAR 6,600; Term 3: SAR 6,600. Uniform charge: SAR 400. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.

- Lower School (Grade 4–6)
- Annual tuition: SAR 24,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 9,600; Term 2: SAR 7,200; Term 3: SAR 7,200. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.

- Middle School (Grade 7–9)
- Annual tuition: SAR 26,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 10,400; Term 2: SAR 7,800; Term 3: SAR 7,800. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.

- High School (Grade 10–12)
- Annual tuition: SAR 28,000. Registration fee: SAR 1,000. Term 1: SAR 11,200; Term 2: SAR 8,400; Term 3: SAR 8,400. Uniform charge: SAR 550. Books: provided by a third‑party supplier.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are presented on a three‑term billing basis (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) with the term amounts listed above; the registration fee is a separate one‑time charge shown alongside the tuition.
- A 2.5% discount is applied for payment of the full year's tuition by the due date of Term 1 when payment is made by bank transfer. Timely payment is a condition for keeping any discounts.
- An early‑re‑enrolment (early bird) discount of 10% is published for re‑enrolments meeting the stated deadline. A sibling discount of SAR 500 per child applies to the third and subsequent children enrolled. All discounts are subject to reversal if payment deadlines are missed.
- VAT will be applied according to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia rules.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the published fee information for this school; all published fee lines relate to day‑school tuition, registration, uniform and books.

Other costs and one‑off charges

- Uniform: the fee table shows a uniform charge by year group (SAR 400 or SAR 550) and the school requires a regular and a PE kit; uniform items are supplied through a third‑party supplier. Separate uniform guidance and expectations are published.
- Books: the published schedule indicates books are provided by a third‑party supplier; the published material also notes free books for new admissions.
- No separate boarding, catering, transport, enrichment or capital/registration deposit fees are listed on the published tuition page beyond the registration fee, uniform charge and book provision noted above. Additional optional extras and incidental charges are not shown in the published fee table.

Refund and cancellation information

- No specific published refund, fee‑cancellation or withdrawal refund policy is provided on the school's published fee pages. Refund or cancellation terms are not specified in the fee schedule that is publicly shown.

Accepted payment method referenced in the fee schedule

- Bank transfer is explicitly referenced as a payment route (the 2.5% full‑year payment discount is tied to payment by bank transfer). Other specific payment channels (credit/debit card, online processor, direct debit) are not detailed in the published fee schedule.

Key administrative notes (as published)

- Registration fee for all year groups is SAR 1,000. Annual tuition and termly breakdowns are shown above per year group. Uniform provision and PE kit requirements are compulsory. Discounts and concessions are conditional on payment by the specified due dates. VAT is added in line with Saudi regulations. Books are listed as provided by a third‑party supplier and new admissions are noted as receiving free books.

(Information above is drawn from the school's published tuition and admissions material.)
Academics

Britus International Schools Al Olaya teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Britus International School Al Olaya (BIS Al Olaya) in Riyadh's Al Olaya district offers a K–12 American curriculum based on US Common Core Standards, with English as the primary language of instruction and Arabic taught as a core subject. The school is organized into Pre School, Elementary, Middle, and High School, all following Common Core Standards; admissions materials indicate options between American and IB curricula. The Pre-School program uses the High Scope approach with specialist teachers delivering a child-centered early learning program. BIS Al Olaya is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC). Enrichment and student support are integral, including an enrichment program, a Student Council, and guidance counsellors to foster 21st-century learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Britus International School Al Olaya provides social and emotional learning support through qualified Guidance Counsellors who work with senior leaders and class teachers to prioritize student well-being, with parents as partners.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding dedicated SEN provision or whether BIS Al Olaya operates as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through Guidance Counsellors who provide social and emotional support and coordinate with parents to sustain student wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Child protection and safeguarding are prioritized; BIS Al Olaya notes a safe and secure site and maintains a Child Protection and Safeguarding policy available for review in the Policy Section.
Parent Experience

History
Britus International School—Al Olaya was established in 2021 as a purpose-built K-12 school in Riyadh. The curriculum is American-based and aligned with US Common Core Standards, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and 21st-century skills. The school is owned and managed by Britus Education, the education arm linked to GFH Financial Group. BIS Al Olaya holds accreditation from the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges (AIAASC). The campus participates in the Spark Education Platform (SEP), which supports educator development and innovative practices.

Community
BIS Al Olaya emphasizes a strong, inclusive school community with an active student council involved in leadership and collaboration, supported by dedicated guidance counselors. The school maintains a governance structure that includes a Parent Council, a Board of Managers, and a Senior Leadership Team to foster family engagement. The enrichment program and campus activities reflect ongoing student-centered events and cultural activities that bring families onto campus. Community events occur throughout the year, including International Day of Charity, a French Contest, and a Football League in January 2026.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school has a formal Parent Council that connects families with school leadership, alongside a Board of Managers and a Senior Leadership Team. The Parent Council collaborates with leadership to support student welfare and enrichment and coordinates engagement with the BIS Al Olaya community. The campus also features a Student Council, illustrating opportunities for student and family participation in school life. BIS Al Olaya is owned and managed by Britus Education, which underpins an organized governance framework supporting PTA activities. Notable PTA/community events include International Day of Charity, French Contest, and Football League documented on the January 2026 calendar.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school site is a large open campus with a mixture of generous outdoor sports facilities and specialized teaching areas. The design is based on a large square layout from which the campus sections function. The school is located in the Al Olaya District on Prince Abdul Aziz bin Musaed bin Jalawi Street. The campus includes libraries, laboratories, playgrounds, and an indoor play area.

Sports Facilities
Outdoor sports facilities are generous on the campus. The school has multiple playgrounds for physical education and break times. A qualified physical education teacher leads activities including aerobics, karate, and other sports. The playgrounds support PE classes and morning assemblies.

Academic Facilities
Library with a large collection of books supports reading and research; library classes are held weekly and students visit the library with their English or French teachers for targeted reading and listening activities. The library space includes a smart board and resources used for exhibitions, debates, presentations, and competitions. Computer labs enhance programming and digital literacy. Science labs for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are well laid out to promote active, safe learning. The on-site clinic provides health services and annual physical and dental check-ups with a nurse available during the school day.

Extra Curricular Facilities
An enrichment program takes education beyond the classroom and into wider engagement. Extracurricular and co-curricular activities are integral to developing the enrichment profile, with a range of local and international partnerships to offer diverse opportunities. Enrichment aims to prepare students as true 21st century learners by developing entrepreneurship, social reform, and the use of technology to support innovation and excellence, guided by core values of perseverance, integrity and trust.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Britus International School Al Olaya runs a robust enrichment program that extends learning beyond the classroom and into the wider world. It emphasizes 21st century skills and inquiry-based learning to prepare students for global opportunities. The program includes entrepreneurship, social reform, and the use of technology to support innovation and excellence. Extracurricular and co curricular activities are wide and varied and highly valued by students and the wider community.

Arts & Creative
Enrichment includes cultural activities and events that foster creative expression. Students participate in competitions and world events that broaden their artistic interests. The program aims to provide high quality learning experiences that nurture creativity in line with BIS Al Olaya values.

Cultural & Language
Enrichment focuses on global issues through world events to build cultural awareness. It relies on partnerships with local and international organizations to provide diverse cultural experiences. These opportunities help students develop intercultural understanding and global perspectives.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities are broad and valued by students and the wider community. The enrichment program encourages student-led activities, teamwork, and engagement with a range of interests.

Community & Service
Extracurricular activities are designed to engage the community and build partnerships with local and international organizations. The program emphasizes collaboration, cultural events, and community involvement.

Leadership & Professional
Entrepreneurship and leadership development are integral to enrichment. The program aims to develop leadership, collaboration, and professional skills among students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus provides outdoor sports facilities and spaces for physical activity, supporting student health and wellbeing. The enrichment program promotes wellbeing through diverse experiences that foster physical, mental, and social development.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Eligibility and grade levels. The school offers a K-12 curriculum based on international American standards and is located in the Al Olaya district of Riyadh, welcoming local and expatriate students. Admissions are open for the 2025/2026 academic year. Review grade levels to determine eligibility before applying. 2. Application and initial contact. Start Your Application or request a callback to begin the process. A member of the admissions team will be in touch within 24 hours. You can book a campus tour or contact Admissions to discuss next steps. 3. Assessment and documents. A placement test may be part of the admissions process to determine appropriate placement. Submit required documents and confirm enrollment with a simple reservation process. The placement results inform final placement decisions. 4. Campus visit and final enrollment. Tour the campus to see facilities and learn about the program. Speak with Admissions to understand curriculum and fees and to finalize enrollment. Final enrollment occurs after tests and documentation are completed.
School Events
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