International Indian School Taif

Saudi Arabia, Taif

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 410

Opened 1986

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum CBSE Curriculum

Taught languages Hindi, Arabic, Urdu, Malayalam, Bengali

Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

International Indian School Taif is part of the Indian International Schools network in Saudi Arabia, offering the CBSE curriculum with English as the medium of instruction. The school serves Indian nationals in Taif and follows CBSE guidelines from kindergarten through senior secondary, with English, Hindi and Arabic as core languages. Kindergarten classes integrate English, Hindi and Arabic, building handwriting and numeracy foundations. Primary and secondary grades teach English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, EVS and Social Science, while students select third languages such as Urdu, Arabic, Malayalam, Bangla and Kannada. Senior Secondary focuses on English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science, Economics, Business Studies and Accountancy, with language options based on the chosen stream. The campus spans 10,178 square metres and hosts 53 classrooms and four laboratories, including computer labs, with internet access. The school operates under the Embassy of India's patronage and follows a management charter with oversight from IIS leadership.

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P.O. Box 6486, Sharey Ibrahim Khalil, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia

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The Essentials

Location

Located in Taif, Saudi Arabia. The mailing address is P.O. Box 6486, Taif 21944. It is part of the Indian International Schools network and is run under the patronage of the Embassy of India, monitored by the Ministry of Education, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Stages

Pre-Primary (LKG/UKG) and Class I to XII. LKG/UKG and Class I-X are offered; Class XII board results are published.

Additional learning support

Counselor and wellness teacher

Country affiliation

India (Embassy of India, Saudi Arabia)

School day structure

LKG and UKG: 7:30 am to 11:30 am. Class I to X: 7:30 am to 1:30 pm.

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Fees

Application / Initial fees

- Registration fee: SAR 50.
- Admission fee (Indian students): SAR 400. Admission fee (Non‑Indian students): SAR 500.
- School Development fee (Indian students): SAR 1,200. School Development fee (Non‑Indian students): SAR 1,500.

Tuition fees by year group (fee heads and amounts)

- Indian students:
- Tuition Fee, KG to V: SAR 300.
- Tuition Fee, VI to X: SAR 325.
- Tuition Fee, XI–XII (Science): SAR 500.
- Tuition Fee, XI–XII (Commerce): SAR 400.
(These tuition amounts are presented as the school's fee heads and are shown in Saudi Riyals.)

- Non‑Indian students:
- Tuition Fee, KG to V: SAR 450.
- Tuition Fee, VI to X: SAR 475.
- Tuition Fee, XI–XII (Science): SAR 600.
- Tuition Fee, XI–XII (Commerce): SAR 500.
(These tuition amounts are presented as the school's fee heads and are shown in Saudi Riyals.)

Per‑term / per‑month details and how fees are charged

- The published schedule references monthly billing and monthly defaults; therefore the listed tuition amounts should be understood in the context of the school's monthly/term billing cycle (inference based on the school's payment schedule language).
- Term fee: First term SAR 100; Second term SAR 100.
- Lab fee (Classes VII–X): SAR 25 per month (charged for both Indian and Non‑Indian students).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The fee for March must be paid along with the fee for February. All fees payable for the complete academic year for students of KG to VIII, IX & XI, XII should be paid before the declaration of the annual examination results. Board‑going/Board exam students in Class X must pay February and March fees before collecting hall tickets.
- Late fee: SAR 1 for every day of default after the last day of each month (per child). Default payment for every completed month will be SAR 30. After a maximum default of two months the student's name will be struck off the rolls. Tuition is charged from the beginning of the session for the whole academic year.

Boarding / hostel fees

- No boarding or hostel fees are specified. There is no published boarding fee schedule.

Other recurring and one‑time costs

- School Development fee (one‑time/head or as listed under fee heads): Indian SAR 1,200; Non‑Indian SAR 1,500.
- Admission fee and registration fee listed above (Admission + Registration are one‑time at admission).
- Lab fee for Classes VII–X: SAR 25 per month.
- Term fees: SAR 100 per term (first term) and SAR 100 (second term).
- Uniforms, textbooks, transport, meals, extracurricular activity charges or other incidental charges are not itemized in the published fee heads.

Refund information

- Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)

- No specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, online portal, cash, etc.) are specified in the published fee schedule. The published material does not list payment channels or banking details.

Concise summary of missing items from the published fee schedule

- The published fee schedule provides the fee heads, amounts and payment terms (including late‑fee rules and the non‑refund policy) but does not list: explicit unit labeling for each tuition line (the schedule is presented as fee heads and amounts), itemized charges for uniforms/textbooks/transport, boarding rates (no boarding fees given), or the accepted payment methods and bank/portal details.

Academics

Curriculum

CBSE curriculum; affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi; medium of instruction is English. Kindergarten classes are taught in English, Hindi and Arabic with development in handwriting and early numeracy. Primary and Secondary levels teach English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, EVS, and Social Science, with third languages such as Urdu, Arabic, Malayalam, Bangla and Kannada; Computer Science, Art and Craft, Physical Education, Saudi Arabian Culture, Islamic Studies, Moral Science and Life Skills are also taught. Senior Secondary focuses on English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science, Economics, Business Studies and Accountancy, with Urdu and Arabic offered based on the chosen group. The academic year begins in the first week of April and ends in March with a summer break.

Student Teacher Ratio

The student-teacher ratio is 1.47.

Exam Results

Class X board examination results: 2021 26 registered, 26 passed, 100%; 2020 28 registered, 27 passed, 96%; 2019 27 registered, 27 passed, 100%. Class XII board examination results: 2021 8 registered, 8 passed, 100%; 2020 0 registered, 0 passed, 0%; 2019 17 registered, 13 passed, 76%.

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Admissions

Online Registration & WaitList; Admission Procedure; Fee Structure. The school follows the CBSE curriculum and the medium of instruction is English. The academic year begins in the first week of April and ends in March with a summer break. Admission opens from January 15, 2026. Fee Structure: Indian Students – School Development Fee 1200; Admission Fee 400; Registration Fee 50; Tuition KG–V 300; VI–X 325; XI–XII (Science) 500; XI–XII (Commerce) 400. Non-Indian Students – School Development Fee 1500; Admission Fee 500; Registration Fee 50; Tuition KG–V 450; VI–X 475; XI–XII (Science) 600; XI–XII (Commerce) 500. The fee structure may change from time to time.

Waitlist

Online Registration & WaitList is available; a waitlist is maintained as part of the admissions process.

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FAQs

What levels does International Indian School Taif offer (pre‑primary to secondary)?

The school offers Pre‑Primary (LKG/UKG) and classes I to XII, following the CBSE curriculum with English as the medium of instruction.

Is the school CBSE‑affiliated and overseen by the Embassy of India?

Yes. International Indian School Taif is CBSE‑affiliated (affiliation No. 5730004) and operates under the patronage of the Embassy of India, with oversight by the Saudi Ministry of Education and governance through a School Management Committee.

Where is the school located and what is the campus like?

The school is in Taif, Saudi Arabia. The campus covers about 10,178 square metres and has 53 classrooms, four laboratories (including computer labs), and internet access.

What are the daily school hours for different year groups?

Kindergarten runs from 7:30 am to 11:30 am, while Classes I to X operate from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm.

What languages are taught and what is the language of instruction?

The medium of instruction is English. In Kindergarten, English, Hindi and Arabic are taught, and third languages such as Urdu, Arabic, Malayalam, Bangla and Kannada are offered; Senior Secondary can include Urdu and Arabic depending on the chosen group.

When does admissions open and how can families apply?

Admissions open from January 15, 2026. Applications are handled online, with a waitlist maintained as part of the process.

What are the tuition fees by year group for Indian and non‑Indian students?

Indian students pay KG–V 300 SAR, VI–X 325 SAR, XI–XII (Science) 500 SAR, XI–XII (Commerce) 400 SAR. Non‑Indian students pay KG–V 450 SAR, VI–X 475 SAR, XI–XII (Science) 600 SAR, XI–XII (Commerce) 500 SAR.

Are there any additional fees beyond tuition? If so, what are they?

Yes. A one‑time School Development Fee is 1,200 SAR for Indian students and 1,500 SAR for Non‑Indian students. There are term fees of 100 SAR per term and a lab fee of 25 SAR per month for Classes VII–X.

How does the fee payment schedule work and what happens with late payments?

Fees are billed monthly/term-based. March fees must be paid with February, and KG–VIII, IX & XI, XII must be paid before the annual results are published; X must pay February and March fees before hall tickets. A late fee of 1 SAR per day applies, with default fines up to 30 SAR per month; after two months of default, the student may be struck off the rolls.

Is refunds are available if I withdraw my child?

No. Any fees paid are not refundable under any circumstances.

How have students performed in CBSE board exams in recent years?

Class X results: 2021 – 26 registered, 26 passed (100%); 2020 – 27/28 (96%); 2019 – 27/27 (100%). Class XII results: 2021 – 8/8 (100%); 2019 – 13/17 (76%); 2020 data not available.

What is the student–teacher ratio at the school?

The student–teacher ratio is 1.47, indicating relatively small class sizes.

What facilities does the campus offer beyond classrooms and labs?

In addition to 53 classrooms and four laboratories, the campus provides internet access and standard toilet facilities (9 girls' and 6 boys' toilets).

Are there wellbeing or language support services available?

The school includes a counselor and a wellness teacher to support holistic development. While English is the main medium of instruction, languages such as Hindi, Urdu, Arabic and others are offered; specific SEN or safeguarding details are not published.

How can parents participate in school governance and communications?

Parents can engage through PTA activities and PTMs; there is a School Management Committee with parental involvement opportunities, including SMC nomination forms and circulars about admissions, calendars and examinations.

What is the school's history and its place within the Indian International Schools network?

IIST Taif was established in 1986 as part of the Indian International Schools network. IIS schools in Saudi Arabia are CBSE‑affiliated, run under the Embassy of India's patronage, and governed by a Charter with a School Management Committee and Higher Board.

Are Urdu and Arabic always offered in Senior Secondary, or only for certain groups?

Urdu and Arabic are offered in Senior Secondary based on the group chosen, alongside core subjects such as English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Computer Science.

What publications or recognitions are listed for the school?

There are no published accreditations or awards listed beyond the CBSE affiliation and Embassy governance; however, the school maintains standard public disclosures and affiliation documentation.

Is there any information about transport services for students?

Public transport or bus service details are not published in the available information.

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