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GEMS American International School Riyadh

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Fees SAR 33,146 - 79,332
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 250
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Introduction

GEMS American International School Riyadh is an international day school in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, delivering an American curriculum for children from Pre‑K (KG1) through Grade 6 (ages 3–11). The school details a structured, play‑based Early Years programme and an inquiry‑ and project‑based elementary programme that embeds social‑emotional learning and 21st‑century skills; core subjects listed include Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science and Social Studies, and students are guided towards a smooth transition into middle school by the end of Grade 6. Instruction is delivered in English and the school's staffing and publications indicate provision for Arabic and Islamic/social‑studies. GAISR occupies a purpose‑built, technology‑integrated campus with innovation and design‑technology labs, a robotics lab, science laboratory, cinema room, library, music and art rooms, modern classrooms and play areas. The school is part of the GEMS Education network and cites IB PYP candidacy, Cognia membership and NESA affiliation; AI, robotics and coding are embedded across the programme.

3783 Prince Saud Ibn Muhammad Ibn Saud, King Fahd, Riyadh 12274, Saudi Arabia

The Essentials

GEMS American International School Riyadh has 250 pupils.

Location
GAISR is located in central Riyadh, in the heart of the city. The purpose-built campus blends innovation with accessibility and provides a safe, high-tech learning environment. The school's central Riyadh location is indicated by its map reference and address details.

Stages
GAISR currently welcomes PreK through Grade 6. The school plans to expand in the coming years, adding more grades as it grows. This indicates a staged growth path from its current early- to middle-primary setup.

Type
GAISR is a private international school and is part of the GEMS Education network. The school uses an American curriculum framework and is pursuing IB PYP candidacy under Cognia.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school's admissions form includes a long list of nationalities, indicating representation from many countries; the public data do not provide a numeric breakdown of nationalities or the local-to-international ratio.

Additional learning support
Inclusion is identified as a core value at GAISR. Current vacancies include SEN Support and a School Counselor, indicating established provisions for Additional Learning Needs (SEN) support.

Country affiliation
GAISR offers an American Curriculum and is an IB PYP candidate with Cognia membership; there is no formal country affiliation listed.

Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not listed in GAISR's public materials.

School day structure
The exact daily start and end times are not published on GAISR's public pages. An academic calendar (2025–2026) is published, but daily hours are not shown in the calendar.

Bus service
GAISR offers school transport with safe and reliable travel for students. Specific bus routes or providers are not published on the site.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
GAISR requires a school uniform. A Uniform Guide is provided for items, colours, and purchasing details.

Governance and Ownership
GAISR is part of GEMS Education. It is governed as a GEMS Education school with local campus leadership operating within the group framework; GAISR is associated with the GEMS network and operates under its policies and brand.
Fees

Annual tuition at GEMS American International School Riyadh ranges from SAR 33,146 to SAR 79,332 for 2026/27.

Application and enrolment fees

- Assessment fee: SAR 500 per student (non-refundable).
- Registration fee: SAR 1,500 per student (payable after successful assessment; non-refundable).
- Seat reservation fee: SAR 5,000 per student required to confirm enrolment; this amount is applied toward the first term's tuition.

Tuition fees by year group (2026–27 academic year) — full details per year and per term

Note: amounts shown include the school currency SAR. A 10% early-enrolment discount is applied to the published tuition to produce the discounted annual tuition; VAT (15%) is shown where applicable and is applied to the discounted tuition for non‑Saudi students.

- KG1
- Published annual tuition (2026–27): SAR 32,330.
- 10% early-enrolment discount: SAR 3,233.
- Discounted annual tuition (before VAT): SAR 29,097.
- Discounted annual tuition after VAT (15%): SAR 33,462.
- Term instalments (discounted amounts): three equal terms of SAR 9,699 each (term amounts after VAT shown as SAR 11,154 each); annual total SAR 29,097 (SAR 33,462 after VAT).

- KG2 & KG3
- Published annual tuition (2026–27): SAR 36,570.
- 10% early-enrolment discount: SAR 3,657.
- Discounted annual tuition (before VAT): SAR 32,913.
- Discounted annual tuition after VAT (15%): SAR 37,850.
- Term instalments (discounted amounts): three equal terms of SAR 10,971 each (term amounts after VAT shown as SAR 12,617 each); annual total SAR 32,913 (SAR 37,850 after VAT).

- Grade 1 to Grade 6
- Published annual tuition (2026–27): SAR 38,690.
- 10% early-enrolment discount: SAR 3,869.
- Discounted annual tuition (before VAT): SAR 34,821.
- Discounted annual tuition after VAT (15%): SAR 40,044.
- Term instalments (discounted amounts): three equal terms of SAR 11,607 each (term amounts after VAT shown as SAR 13,348 each); annual total SAR 34,821 (SAR 40,044 after VAT).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school operates a three-term billing structure; annual tuition may be paid in three equal term instalments as shown above. Term amounts and the annual total are published for each grade.
- The seat reservation fee (SAR 5,000) is applied to the first term's tuition. Assessment and registration fees are non-refundable. VAT at 15% is applied in accordance with prevailing regulations (noted as applying to non‑Saudi students).
- The published tuition structure is shown for the academic year 2026–27; tuition fees are subject to change.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school's age-placement and curriculum information show provision for Early Years (KG1–KG3) and Elementary (Grade 1–Grade 6) only; no boarding programme or boarding fees are published.

Other costs and additional fees

- School transport: transport services are provided; transport is an additional service and transport fees are charged separately (specific route and pricing information are not published on the fee schedule page).
- Uniform: the school maintains a uniform policy and provides a downloadable uniform guide; uniform items are separate costs (specific uniform prices are not published on the fee pages).
- Any other incidental costs (for example, extra-curricular activities, school trips, examination or materials fees) are not listed on the published tuition schedule and would be charged separately where applicable.

Refund information

- The assessment fee (SAR 500) and the registration fee (SAR 1,500) are stated as non-refundable. The seat reservation fee (SAR 5,000) is applied to the first term's tuition rather than refunded. No further detailed refund schedule is published on the tuition page.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Bank transfer is accepted. Account name and account/IBAN details published for payments:
- Account name: SPARK EDU PLATFORM (GAISR).
- IBAN (SAR): SA0945000000602038085002.
- Account number: 602 038085 002.
- Bank Swift code: SABBSARI; Bank name shown as SAB.
- The tuition page indicates that payments can be made conveniently while at home and provides the bank transfer details above; specific online card payment providers or additional payment channels are not itemised on the published tuition page.

Summary of the most important fee items

- Assessment fee: SAR 500 (non-refundable). Registration fee: SAR 1,500 (non-refundable). Seat reservation: SAR 5,000 (applied to first term).
- Annual tuition (discounted, before VAT) and per-term instalments for 2026–27:
- KG1: SAR 29,097 per year (three terms of SAR 9,699).
- KG2 & KG3: SAR 32,913 per year (three terms of SAR 10,971).
- Grade 1–6: SAR 34,821 per year (three terms of SAR 11,607).
- VAT of 15% is shown applied to discounted tuition for non‑Saudi students; annual totals after VAT are published alongside the term amounts.
Academics

GEMS American International School Riyadh teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
GAISR delivers an American Curriculum for PreK through Grade 6 with English as the language of instruction and an emphasis on inquiry‑based, project‑led learning. The school is a Cognia member and an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) candidate, integrating IB concepts within the American framework. The curriculum is described as holistic and technology-enabled, with AI, robotics and coding embedded across core subjects. GAISR promotes a dual-pathway model featuring the International American Curriculum alongside the IB Diploma Programme as part of future expansion. Current plans indicate expansion beyond Grade 6 in coming years, aligning with the dual‑pathway approach and ongoing IB candidacy.

Student Teacher Ratio
Not publicly disclosed.

Exam Results
Not disclosed.

Higher Education Progression
No high school graduation data is available yet; expansion beyond Grade 6 is planned, with future progression potentially through American university pathways or the IB Diploma Programme once high school is established.

Gifted and Talented
Not disclosed.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
GAISR emphasizes inclusion and supports students' academic, emotional, and creative development through individualized, student-centered approaches from Foundation Stage.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
GAISR describes itself as inclusive, but does not publish details about specific SEN provision, the types of needs supported, or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
GAISR does not publish explicit information about English as an Additional Language (EAL) programs or staff on its public pages.

Mental Wellbeing
GAISR states it supports each child's academic, emotional, and creative development through individualized, student-centered approaches, indicating a focus on mental wellbeing as part of learning.

Safeguarding
GAISR has a dedicated safeguarding team led by a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL); all staff are trained to recognize and report concerns through the GEMS Safeguarding Referral system, with safeguarding practices overseen by the school's safeguarding framework.
Parent Experience

History
GAISR opened its doors in central Riyadh as part of the GEMS Education network, offering a future-focused, high-tech learning experience. The school began by welcoming PreK through Grade 5 students and plans to expand year by year. The campus is purpose-built and technology-integrated, with AI, robotics, and coding embedded into the core curriculum. GAISR combines an American curriculum with IB Primary Years Programme candidacy and Cognia membership, reflecting its international standards and accreditation pathway. Founding families joined the community as admissions for the 2025–26 academic year opened.

Community
GAISR's community includes founding families and a growing mix of local and international families. The school emphasizes inclusion, innovation, and character development to prepare global citizens. As part of GEMS Education, GAISR connects with a global network that supports a diverse, international community. Public materials describe the campus and programs designed to foster collaboration and future-ready learning, though specific community or cultural events are not listed publicly.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is not publicly described in GAISR's available materials. Founding families are explicitly welcomed as part of the school community, indicating early parental involvement. Admissions materials reference a 'Founding Families Offer' for 2025–26, signaling active parent participation during the school's initial entry. No dedicated PTA events, groups, or fundraising activities are listed on GAISR's public pages. For precise information about any parent-led organizations or events, contact the school directly.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
GAISR's campus is located in central Riyadh and is purpose-built to support creativity, collaboration, and growth. The high-tech campus blends innovation with accessibility and provides a safe, inspiring environment for learning and personal development. Our facilities include Innovation / Design and Technology Labs, Playing Area, Robotics Lab, Cinema Room, Science Lab, Modern Classrooms, Lounge, Library, and Music Room. AI, robotics, and coding are embedded into the core curriculum.

Sports Facilities
Playing Area and Gym Hall.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include Innovation / Design and Technology Labs, Robotics Lab, Science Lab, Modern Classrooms, Library, Cinema Room, Music Room, and Lounge. AI, robotics, and coding are embedded into the core curriculum.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction; GAISR provides an English-speaking environment; a second language is introduced in KG3.

Bilingual Teaching
A second language is introduced in KG3.
Admissions

Admissions
Submit the Inquiry Form to be contacted by the GAISR admissions team; admissions for the 2026-2027 academic year are open from Pre-K to Grade 6. The admissions team will schedule your child's assessment after you pay the assessment fee; KG1–Grade 1 use a cognitive observation, while Grade 2+ are assessed with the MAP test. Admission decisions are issued within 72 hours of the assessment and family interview. If offered, provide the required documents and secure the spot by paying the first enrollment payment within 7 days; documents include 3 passport photos of the student, passport copies of the student and parents, and the birth certificate, with Saudi family card for Saudi/GCC pupils or a valid Iqama with Absher printout for non-Saudi pupils, and transfer attestations required as applicable.
School Events
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