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Ellesmere College Riyadh - Al Hamra Campus

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 48,000 - 68,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
Ellesmere College Riyadh
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Ellesmere College Riyadh operates on two Riyadh campuses, Al Hamra and Salwa, to serve pupils aged 3 to 18. The school delivers a broad international education, combining the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–12, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–19, alongside Cambridge IGCSE, the American Diploma, and Cambridge A Levels. It is a Candidate IB World School for the PYP and DP, and uses the High Performance Learning framework, a philosophy it has accredited since 2021. Facilities include extensive classrooms, a Knowledge Hub library, labs for science and STEM, art and music rooms, an auditorium seating 300, and comprehensive sports facilities including a swimming pool, gym, and multi-purpose halls. The school emphasises enquiry, independent research, and service through its co-curricular programme, with Sixth Form studies focused on rigorous IB and IGCSE preparation for university and future careers.

This campus is part of Ellesmere College Riyadh

Khoufafa Al Tamimi, Alhamra District, Riyadh 11211, Saudi Arabia

The Essentials

Ellesmere College Riyadh - Al Hamra Campus has instruction in English.

Location
Ellesmere College Riyadh operates on two campuses in Riyadh: the Al Hamra campus at 6591, Khoufafa Al Tamimi Street, Alhamra District, Riyadh 11211, and the Salwa campus at 13454, Al Rimal, Riyadh. The Al Hamra address is listed by the British Council as Khoufafa Al Tamimi, Alhamra District, Riyadh 11211. Both campuses are situated in central Riyadh and are accessible by the city's major roads.

Stages
The school serves pupils aged 3–18. It offers Early Years (Pre-nursery, Nursery, and Reception), Primary Years (Years 3–12) under the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years (Years 11–16) under the Middle Years Programme, and Diploma-level study (Diploma Programme, American Diploma, and IGCSE Programme) for ages 16–19.

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as part of the Ellesmere College international network. Boarding facilities are not publicly described for the Riyadh campuses.

Additional learning support
Pupil wellbeing is a stated priority and safeguarding is in place. Specific provisions for Additional Learning Needs/SEN are not publicly disclosed for the Riyadh campuses.

Country affiliation
Affiliation with the United Kingdom; Ellesmere College Riyadh is part of a British international school network offering British-style curricula.

Religious affiliation
No explicit religious affiliation is stated for Ellesmere College Riyadh.

School day structure
Exact start and end times for the school day are not publicly published. The school does publish term dates and admissions information relevant to day-to-day planning.

Bus service
No in-house bus service for the Riyadh campuses is publicly listed. Families typically arrange private transport or may inquire about transport options via admissions.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms must be worn daily, using the official Ellesmere College Riyadh uniform. A PE kit is required for physical education, with changing rooms provided before and after PE. The policy allows seasonal variations for heat or cold and requires outerwear to be neutral in color and style, with changes communicated in advance .
Fees

Annual tuition at Ellesmere College Riyadh - Al Hamra Campus ranges from SAR 48,000 to SAR 68,000 for 2026/27.

Overview of published fees (academic year 2024/2025)

- Pre‑KG (annual): SAR 50,000. Based on the school's three‑installment payment option, this equates to approximately SAR 16,666.67 per installment (50,000 ÷ 3).

- KG 1–3 (annual): SAR 48,000. Based on the school's three‑installment payment option, this equates to SAR 16,000.

- Grade 1–6 (annual): SAR 55,000. Based on the school's three‑installment payment option, this equates to approximately SAR 18,333.33 per installment (55,000 ÷ 3).

- Grade 7–9 (annual): SAR 61,000. Based on the school's three‑installment payment option, this equates to approximately SAR 20,333.33 per installment (61,000 ÷ 3).

- Grade 10–12 (annual): SAR 68,000. Based on the school's three‑installment payment option, this equates to approximately SAR 22,666.67 per installment (68,000 ÷ 3).

Application / seat reservation fee

- A seat reservation fee of SAR 5,000 is required; this amount is deducted from the total tuition fee. The seat reservation fee is refundable if enrollment is withdrawn at least two weeks before the start of the academic year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school publishes an option to pay tuition in three installments; the first installment is due at the start of the academic year. The school also offers the option to pay the full tuition amount up front.

- A 5% discount applies for full payment of tuition in advance. Sibling discounts are published as 0% for the first child, 10% for the second child and 15% for the third child; a 15% partner referral discount for certain corporate/embassy partners is also published. The maximum combined discount that may be applied is 20%. Tuition fees are stated as exclusive of VAT.

- Consequences for late payment are published: if payment is not made within two weeks of the start of any term (or a student's file remains incomplete), the school reserves the right to revoke the student's admission; outstanding payments must then be settled immediately. Discounts may be rescinded after 15 days past the scheduled payment date.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are published. The school's published fee pages and admissions materials list day tuition by year group and do not publish any boarding provision or boarding rates.

Other costs and additional charges

- Tuition is described as covering the standard educational programme; additional costs explicitly excluded from tuition include textbooks, uniforms, extracurricular activities, field trips and specialised learning materials. Uniforms are required by policy, though the school's public materials do not publish uniform price lists.

- Some items or programmes (for example, special programmes or optional activities) may be charged separately and may be non‑refundable.

Refund and withdrawal policy (published schedule)

- Withdrawal and refund rules are published on a term‑by‑term timetable. The school's stated schedule is: withdrawal during the first week of the term incurs payment of 30% of that term's tuition; withdrawal during the second week incurs 40% of that term's tuition; withdrawal during the third week incurs 75% of that term's tuition; withdrawal in the fourth week or later requires payment of the full term's tuition. Certain fees (for special programmes) are stated as non‑refundable regardless of timing.

Fee payment options and notes on methods

- The school publishes two core payment structures: full payment of tuition upfront (eligible for the 5% advance payment discount) and a three‑installment plan. Details on any other payment mechanisms (for example, which card types, online payment gateway, or bank transfer details) are not published in the fee schedule or admissions policy made available with the tuition figures.

Key published notes

- Tuition figures above are the school's published annual fees for the 2024/2025 academic year and are stated as exclusive of VAT. The school indicates a detailed schedule of fees and further financial information is maintained by the admissions/finance office.
Academics

Ellesmere College Riyadh - Al Hamra Campus teaches British Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Ellesmere College Riyadh offers an IB continuum across its divisions, with Primary Years (grade 1–5) pursuing the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years (grade 6–10) the Middle Years Programme, and the Diploma Programme (ages 16–19) alongside alternative senior qualifications. In Primary Years, the curriculum is inquiry-based under the PYP, with English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities taught inhomerooms; Arabic and Spanish are offered at Language & Literature and Language Acquisition levels, with Arabic Social Studies (Saudi History) and Islamic Values, plus specialist PHE, drama, STEM, and the arts. In Middle Years, students follow the MYP with balanced subjects including English, Mathematics, Sciences, PHE, drama, STEM, and arts; Arabic/Spanish are available at Language & Literature and Language Acquisition levels, alongside Arabic Social Studies (Saudi History) and Islamic Values. For the senior phase, the Diploma Programme includes Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay, and CAS, with six subject groups spanning Language & Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts or Electives. Also available are the American Diploma (AD) for grades 11–12, described as a pre-university programme with cross-curricular research and a service-learning portfolio, and the IGCSE Diploma for grades 11–12, described as an IGCSE-based curriculum.

Higher Education Progression
Higher education progression is supported through IB DP and AD offerings, both described as pre-university or university-preparatory tracks designed to prepare students for higher education and future careers. The DP emphasizes university readiness via TOK, Extended Essay, and CAS, while the AD program positions students for higher education and professional pathways. The IGCSE Diploma serves as another pathway in the senior years. These tracks align with Ellesmere College Riyadh's stated aim of preparing students for higher education globally.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) provision, staff, or initiatives; however, campus life emphasizes a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment and a broad co-curricular programme that supports personal growth.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, staff, or whether it is 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 by a campus described as supportive, inclusive, and safe, which fosters student well‑being.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a top priority; the campus has security measures, staff trained in safeguarding protocols, and safeguarding professionals on hand.
Parent Experience

History
Ellesmere College Riyadh was established through a partnership between Ellesmere College UK and the Glory & Princeton International Schools Group, announced in April 2024. The Riyadh campus opened to its first pupils in September 2024, starting with Kindergarten and early years as part of the initial rollout. The Glory Group, founded in 2003 by Dr Hamdi Abel Razek Ahmed and his wife, operates multiple schools in the region and is developing a university in New Mansoura, underpinning the international expansion. The Riyadh site operates two campuses, Al Hamra and Salwa. In November 2025, Ellesmere College Riyadh hosted its first immersion group from Riyadh visiting Ellesmere College UK, signaling ongoing cross‑campus exchanges.

Community
The school describes its community as focused on leadership and entrepreneurial development through team sports, the Combined Cadet Force, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, with public speaking as a key activity. Students in Ellesmere's sports academies have gained international recognition, including representations at county and national levels in rugby, swimming, sailing, canoeing, tennis, and shooting. The two Riyadh campuses—Al Hamra and Salwa—support a broad and diverse local and international student body within a single Ellesmere network. The educational approach integrates High Performance Learning principles across the curriculum, reinforcing a culture of high expectations and practical skill development.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The site lists an Ellesmere Club as the primary parent-community organization, appearing in the site navigation as the dedicated channel for family involvement. The partnership with the Glory Group emphasizes family involvement and staff–family collaboration as central to the school's international expansion. Co‑curricular offerings such as the Combined Cadet Force, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, team sports, and public speaking form core elements of community life and involve families through events and showcases. In November 2025, the Ellesmere UK campus hosted the first immersion group from Ellesmere College Riyadh, illustrating ongoing cross-network engagement between families and pupils. The Riyadh campuses operate in Al Hamra and Salwa, with communication channels open to families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Ellesmere College Riyadh operates across two campuses, Al Hamra and Salwa, providing advanced learning environments for pupils aged 3-18. The Salwa Campus has opened to expand space for academic, sport and creative activities. The facilities include science laboratories, STEM spaces, and a library to support research and study. Classrooms and other learning spaces are described as state-of-the-art to support IB, American Diploma and IGCSE programs. The facilities also include an auditorium for assemblies and performances, and a sports complex with a gym, swimming pool and multi-purpose spaces.

Sports Facilities
The sports facilities include a dedicated gymnastics area, versatile multi-purpose sport halls, paddle courts and a swimming pool. The swimming facility is described as a central feature of the campus, used for skill development and potential tournaments. A fully equipped gym supports physical education and personal fitness. The pool and gym are complemented by other indoor and outdoor areas that support a healthy, active lifestyle.

Academic Facilities
Science laboratories are equipped with modern equipment to enable hands-on experiments and critical thinking. STEM laboratories are available to support technology-enabled learning. A library provides resources for research and study across the school's programs. Classrooms are part of the teaching spaces designed to support IB, American Diploma and IGCSE delivery, with emphasis on modern resources and technology. The school describes its facilities as state-of-the-art and conducive to a range of learning approaches.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Art and Music Rooms provide dedicated spaces for creative work and performances. The auditorium seats 300 and hosts student performances and events. Co-Curriculum programs are part of campus life, offering extracurricular opportunities beyond core academic subjects. The sports facilities support a range of activities, including swimming and other team or individual events, with paddle courts and gym facilities available.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students aged 3 to 12. The PYP focuses on the development of the whole child and connects subjects through inquiry-based learning across transdisciplinary themes. The school is an official IB candidate school for the PYP.

Arts & Creative
Specialties include drama and the arts. The co-curricular programme includes music and the arts among its offerings.

Cultural & Language
Arabic and Spanish are taught at Lang&Lit level for native speakers. Arabic and Spanish are offered as additional languages (Lang Acquisition) for learners. Arabic Social Studies (Saudi History) covers Islamic Values.

Social & Hobbies
The co-curricular programme offers a wide range of activities beyond the classroom. Students can participate in sports, music and arts, along with clubs and community service. The programme is designed to enrich student life and foster personal growth.

Community & Service
The co-curricular programme includes clubs and community service. It provides opportunities to engage with the local community and develop a service orientation.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports are part of the co-curricular programme. The provision supports wellbeing through physical activity and creative engagement.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial Application Review. Submit the online admission form with all required documents. The admissions team reviews the submission to ensure the application is complete and meets basic entry requirements. This step confirms that the applicant and family meet the school's initial criteria for movement to assessment. It signals readiness to proceed to the evaluation stage.

2. Admissions Exam. All applicants complete an entrance examination designed to assess academic ability in key subject areas. The exam results help determine whether the student is eligible for unconditional acceptance or will require conditional acceptance. If results indicate the student does not pass or achieve a low score, the school may offer conditional acceptance and develop an educational plan. Parents are expected to follow the plan and may need to arrange additional tutoring.

3. Interviews. Following the assessment, students and parents may be invited to an interview with the admissions team and, in some cases, with key academic staff. The interview provides an opportunity for the school to learn more about the student's interests, goals, and fit with the school community. The process may be used to confirm information gathered during the exam and review the student's readiness for the programme.

4. Conditional Admission. Based on assessment and interview, admission may be offered conditionally. Conditions may include attending additional support classes or engaging in enrichment activities to address identified needs. Parents are responsible for meeting the conditions and for arranging any recommended tutoring or supports. The school will communicate the conditions and the educational plan.

5. Finalization of Admission. Finalization occurs once all conditions have been met and financial obligations have been satisfied. This includes official registration in the school system and the creation of a comprehensive student file. The process formalizes the student's entry into Ellesmere College Riyadh.

6. Formal Registration within the School System. Formal registration within the school's system is completed. This step confirms the student's enrollment in the school database. All necessary documentation and approvals are stored in the student's file.

7. Ministry Authorization and Certificates. The school requires authorization from the Ministry of Education and submission of the required sequence of certificates. This step ensures compliance with national education requirements. The family provides the necessary certificates as part of enrollment.

8. Noor System Printout. A printout from the Noor system of the student's previous school is obtained. The Noor record is necessary for transferring student records.

9. Financial Obligations and Policies. Fulfillment of all financial responsibilities and adherence to the school's policies. The policy covers seat reservation, tuition, payment plans, and refunds. A seat reservation fee of SAR 5,000 is required and is deducted from tuition; payments can be made in 3 installments; there are refunds schedules and VAT applies. Scholarships are available for eligible applicants.

Scholarships
Scholarship Programs: Ellesmere College Riyadh offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships and financial aid packages based on need and merit. Scholarships recognize exceptional academic, artistic, or athletic talents and contribute to the student's education. Details and eligibility are outlined in a separate document available from the admissions office.
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