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Dunes International School

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 13,950 - 15,600
Ages 3 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 890
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Indian Curriculum
Typical class size 22
Introduction

Dunes International School, Riyadh (address on file: 7749 Abi Al Ala Al Maari, Al Malaz, Riyadh 12831) is a CBSE-affiliated Indian-curriculum day school serving early years and primary stages (filed ages 3–14). The school states it follows the Central Board of Secondary Education syllabus with an activity‑based, experiential learning approach and operates a pre‑school with an open‑door policy and free trial sessions. English appears as the principal language subject in the published entrance syllabuses, and the school offers a choice of other languages (examples in the entrance papers include Hindi, Urdu, Arabic, Tamil and Telugu). Published facilities include spacious, well‑ventilated classrooms with interactive smart screens and internet access, a library, ICT/computer resources, counselling space, CCTV/security, infirmary/health provisions and emergency equipment. The school's published extracurricular programme lists activities such as chess, abacus, badminton, karate and Scouts & Guides alongside its classroom programme.

7749 Abi Al Ala Al Maari, Al Malaz, 2721, Riyadh 12831, Saudi Arabia

The Essentials

Dunes International School has 890 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
Dunes International School Riyadh is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The campus is listed as being on King Saud Road (Al-Qashla Road) in the Al Andalus district, a central area with access to major city routes. It is reachable by car or taxi within the city and is situated along a main arterial road for easy commuting. Nearby landmarks and mapping listings place the Riyadh campus in this central Feeder/Al Andalus corridor.

Stages
The school serves early years through middle school, with KG included and public listings indicating up to Grade 8 (ages roughly 3 to 14).

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school; there is no publicly listed boarding facility.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Public data on student nationalities and local/international ratios is not published.

Additional learning support
Counseling and guidance services are provided on campus. Public materials do not detail a formal SEN department or dedicated SEN provisions.

Country affiliation
The school follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which is a national board based in India.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is publicly listed by the school.

School day structure
School timings are KG: Sunday to Thursday 7:30–11:30; Grades 1 and above: 7:30–13:30; Saturday: 8:30–13:30; Friday is closed.

Bus service
A school-provided bus service for the Riyadh campus is not publicly listed. DIS Jubail has a separate transportation policy for bus services, which may differ by campus; contact the campus directly for current arrangements.
Fees

Annual tuition at Dunes International School ranges from SAR 13,950 to SAR 15,600 for 2026/27.

Application / one‑time fees

- Registration (one‑time): SAR 100.
- Admission / entrance fee (one‑time): SAR 1,000.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts)

- Kindergarten 1 (age 3): SAR 13,950 per year.
- Kindergarten 2 (age 4): SAR 15,000 per year.
- Kindergarten 3 (age 5): SAR 15,000 per year.
- Grade 1: SAR 15,600 per year.
- Grade 2: SAR 15,600 per year.
- Grade 3: SAR 15,600 per year.
- Grade 4: SAR 15,600 per year.
- Grade 5: SAR 15,600 per year.
- Grade 6: SAR 15,600 per year.
- Grade 7: SAR 15,600 per year.
- Grade 8: SAR 15,600 per year.

Per‑term / instalment breakdown (billing options and example instalment amounts)

- The school invoices annual tuition but offers payment schedules. The published payment schedules used across the Dunes International Schools include: single annual payment; two instalments (roughly 50% / 50%); four instalments (split approximately 30% / 20% / 20% / 30% across the academic year); and an 8‑payment option that begins with a larger first payment (≈30%) followed by seven smaller equal payments (≈10% each). The instalment formats and dates are established in the school fee policy.

- Example — four‑instalment schedule (30% / 20% / 20% / 30%) applied to each annual fee above (amounts shown in SAR, rounded to nearest riyal):
- KG1 (annual SAR 13,950): instalments = SAR 4,185 ; SAR 2,790 ; SAR 2,790 ; SAR 4,185.
- KG2 / KG3 (annual SAR 15,000): instalments = SAR 4,500 ; SAR 3,000 ; SAR 3,000 ; SAR 4,500.
- Grades 1–8 (annual SAR 15,600): instalments = SAR 4,680 ; SAR 3,120 ; SAR 3,120 ; SAR 4,680.

- Example — two‑instalment schedule (50% / 50%):
- KG1 (SAR 13,950): SAR 6,975 + SAR 6,975. Grades with SAR 15,600: SAR 7,800 + SAR 7,800.

- Example — eight‑payment schedule (first ≈30% then seven ≈10% payments):
- KG1 (SAR 13,950): first payment SAR 4,185, then seven payments of SAR 1,395. Grades with SAR 15,600: first payment SAR 4,680, then seven payments of SAR 1,560.

Billing schedule and payment terms (policy highlights)

- The school requires the first instalment (or full annual payment) before the start of the academic year; post‑dated cheques are commonly required for subsequent instalments. Payments are accepted by cash, current‑dated cheque, debit/credit card and post‑dated cheques for instalment plans.
- A discount is applied for single (one‑time) payment when made by the published early‑payment deadline (example policy: a 5% tuition discount for full payment by the specified early date). Sibling discounts are offered under published percentages.
- Transport fees, where used, must be paid either yearly or in scheduled instalments as set by the school; transport fees are charged per route/area. Books and the first instalment are normally required together when confirming a place. Uniform and book purchases are handled through approved vendors; payments for books and uniforms are non‑refundable.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are listed for the Riyadh day campus. Dunes International School operates as a day school at the Riyadh campus; no residential/boarding programme or boarding fees are published for that campus.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Books and learning materials: book fees are charged and must be paid with the first instalment; book fees are non‑refundable. Example item: a Pre‑KG book charge shown in related Dunes fee schedules is SAR/AED‑level (varies by campus).
- Uniform: school uniform is sold via an external/vendor arrangement; uniform payments are non‑refundable.
- Transport (optional): route/area charges apply; transport fees are billed separately and follow the school's instalment schedule.
- Examination / asset / assessment fees: some grades incur non‑refundable asset or examination fees that are included in first instalment amounts for specific grade bands.

Refunds and withdrawal charges

- The school applies retention/charge rules when a student withdraws before or shortly after the academic year begins. Examples consistent with the published policy: if a student leaves before the start of the year or within the first weeks, the school may retain the equivalent of one to three months' tuition depending on the exact timing; calculation of a "month" is based on the school's published divisor (for example, the annual tuition divided by 10 months). Books and uniform payments are not refundable. Deposits and refundable items are handled according to the school's published refund rules.

Fee payment options

- Acceptable methods include: cash, current‑dated cheque, debit/credit card and post‑dated cheques (post‑dated cheques are typically required for instalment plans). Some payment plans require cheques to be dated to instalment due dates. International electronic payment platforms or bank transfer availability is determined by the school's accounts office.

Notes and corroboration

- Annual tuition figures above are the published annual rates for the Riyadh campus (academic year published for 2025/2026). The billing schedules, instalment patterns, non‑refundable book/uniform rules, transport payment rules, sibling discounts and refund/retention examples are taken from the Dunes fee policy used by the Dunes International School group and applied here to show the school's standard payment formats and related charges.

If you would like these annual figures converted into a different instalment model (for example, per‑term amounts for a three‑term calendar) I have applied the school's published instalment patterns above to produce commonly used 2‑, 4‑ and 8‑payment breakdowns.
Academics

Dunes International School teaches Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 14.

Curriculum
Dunes International School Riyadh follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum with an activity-based, experiential learning approach. English is the language of instruction, with Arabic taught across all grades, and the program includes Islamic Studies for Muslim students or Value Education for non-Muslim students, in line with CBSE and Saudi guidelines. The school operates from Kindergarten onward, as indicated by KG timings and Grades 1 and above on the school pages, signaling a through-through program. In CBSE networks, senior-year board assessments typically occur at the end of Grade 10 (AISSE) and Grade 12 (AISSCE), as reflected by DIS campuses' materials for board examinations. The curriculum is supported by co-curricular activities, sports, arts, and ICT-enabled learning, emphasizing holistic development and inquiry-based learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Dunes International School Riyadh emphasizes social development through its Practical Teaching & Social Development initiative. The school provides a Counseling space where students can receive academic and personal guidance from experts. The campus is described as an environment of trust and excellence that supports student wellbeing. The CBSE-based, activity-based experiential learning approach reinforces social development as part of its instructional philosophy.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Public materials do not specify any dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) program or status as a specialist SEN institution. There is no listing of SEN staff, facilities, or explicit SEN policies on the Riyadh site. The school's described curriculum and approach do not detail SEN accommodations in publicly available materials. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Public materials do not specify English as an Additional Language (EAL) support or dedicated EAL programs. The Riyadh site does not publish details of EAL provisions in its public materials. The school indicates an English-language medium through its CBSE-based framework but does not outline EAL-specific services. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.

Mental Wellbeing
Counseling services are available to provide academic and personal guidance to students. The facility is described as a space where students can receive guidance from experts. The environment is framed as one of trust and excellence, supporting overall wellbeing. The school's approach aligns with holistic development and social-emotional growth as part of its learning philosophy.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding measures include on-campus health facilities to address health emergencies. Surveillance systems (CCTV) are in place to enhance safety. The campus emphasizes emergency preparedness through well-marked evacuation routes and related safety provisions. The overall safeguarding posture is consistent with a safe, supportive learning environment.
Parent Experience

History
DIS Riyadh operates in Saudi Arabia as part of the Dunes International School network. The Riyadh campus has been part of the Dunes family since 2001. It follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum and uses an activity-based experiential learning approach. The environment is described as one of trust and excellence, and the mission emphasizes developing self-reliance, courage, self-confidence and lifelong learning.

Community
DIS Riyadh describes its community as family-centered and supportive of student growth. Co-curricular activities are a core feature of school life, with offerings such as Chess, Abacus, Badminton, Karate, and Scouts & Guides. These activities foster critical thinking, physical fitness and teamwork.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal Parent-Teacher Association is not publicly documented for the Riyadh campus. Parent involvement appears to be addressed through family-centered school life and engagement in extracurricular activities. The DIS network includes Jubail, described as a K-12 project under Bait Al-Salah International Schools, with governance structures that typically involve parent participation. Specific PTA events or committees are not listed in the Riyadh materials.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The facilities at Dunes International School Riyadh are designed to support modern learning. Classrooms are spacious, well-lit, and properly ventilated, with ergonomic furniture and interactive smart screens connected to the internet. A well-stocked library provides a broad collection of books, journals, and digital resources, complemented by comfortable seating and quiet study areas. ICT facilities include computers with internet access for students and staff. There is an on-site counseling space for academic and personal guidance, and surveillance systems with CCTV for security. Health facilities include infirmaries with qualified healthcare professionals, and emergency preparedness measures such as fire alarms, extinguishers, and well-marked evacuation routes.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms support digital learning with interactive screens and reliable internet connectivity. The library offers a well-stocked collection of print and digital resources to support coursework and independent study. ICT facilities provide computers with internet access for student and staff use. On-site counseling services support academic planning and personal development. On-site infirmary and health staff address routine health needs and student well-being.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school follows the CBSE curriculum and uses an activity-based experiential learning approach that emphasizes learning by doing through hands-on tasks. The program aims to develop critical thinking, lifelong learning, and leadership in students.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities include chess, abacus, badminton, karate, and Scouts & Guides. Chess develops strategic thinking and concentration; abacus enhances mental arithmetic; badminton and karate promote fitness and coordination; Scouts & Guides foster leadership and community service.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Facilities include spacious, well-lit classrooms with ergonomic furniture and interactive smart screens, and a well-stocked library with comfortable seating. ICT facilities support digital learning and counseling services offer academic and personal guidance. Surveillance systems, on-site health facilities, emergency preparedness, clean restrooms, and drinking water are provided to support student safety and wellbeing.
Admissions

Admissions
Pre-school has an open door policy and offers a free trial session to all children.
School Events
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