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Learning Oasis International School

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 38,000 - 60,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 500
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Typical class size 15
Introduction

Learning Oasis International School (LOINS) is an international K–12 school in Riyadh serving early years through Grade 12 (ages 3–18) at 7408 Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Rd, Al Olaya, Riyadh. The school combines the International Baccalaureate continuum (authorised for the PYP, a candidate for the MYP and offering the Diploma stages for senior grades) with an American‑curriculum pathway for secondary students. English is used as the primary medium of instruction, and the school runs Arabic language programmes including an IB PYP Arabic track. LOINS reports accreditation and quality assurance from Cognia and national recognition by ETEC. Published information highlights modern classrooms and learning spaces, science and technology resources, sports facilities and dedicated creative‑arts provision, and an emphasis on inquiry‑based and student‑centred learning across its programmes. Admissions and progression follow grade‑level placement and assessment; the school describes support for bilingual learning and university preparation in its senior years.

7408 Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Rd, Al Olaya, 3217, Riyadh 12221, Saudi Arabia

The Essentials

Learning Oasis International School has 500 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
LOIS is located at 30 Olaya Street, behind Saraya Restaurant, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (postal code 12211). The school's address places it in the Olaya area, a city district in Riyadh. The campus is accessible by Riyadh's main roads and serves an international community relocating to the city.

Stages
LOIS offers Kindergarten (KG1–KG3) and Grade 1 through Grade 9. The school therefore covers early years, primary, and middle school levels, with an upper limit at Grade 9.

Type
The school operates as a co-educational, day school serving both boys and girls. This is reflected in public listings that describe the student body as mixed gender.

Pupil Nationality Mix
LOIS describes itself as having a diverse population of learners from multiple nationalities; exact numbers or ratios are not published publicly.

Additional learning support
LOIS emphasizes differentiated instruction and student-centered learning as part of its accreditation framework. Public pages do not list a dedicated SEN department or named facilities, but the differentiation approach supports learning differences.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is listed. LOIS is based in Saudi Arabia and operates under local regulations and accreditation.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated on official pages.

School day structure
The academic year runs from around early September to late June, with two semesters and 178–180 days. The school day for learners starts at 6:30 AM and ends at 1:15 PM; teachers' day starts at 6:20 AM and ends at 2:00 PM.

Bus service
LOIS offers a school bus service with two options: two-way bus for 6000 SR per year and one-way bus for 4200 SR per year (pricing reflects the 2025–2026 schedule).
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is Cognia accredited (formerly AdvancED).
Fees

Annual tuition at Learning Oasis International School ranges from SAR 38,000 to SAR 60,000 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees
- Admission test (application) fee: SAR 230 (including VAT).
- Enrollment / re-enrollment (registration) fee: SAR 2,300 per learner (non‑Saudi, including VAT); SAR 2,000 per learner (for Saudi nationals, not including VAT).

Tuition fees by year group (published / re‑enrollment discount where shown) — annual amounts
- KG1: SAR 21,100 (published); re‑enrollment discounted rate SAR 19,000.
- KG2: SAR 21,900 (published); re‑enrollment discounted rate SAR 20,000.
- KG3: SAR 21,900 (published); re‑enrollment discounted rate SAR 20,000.
- Grades 1–3: SAR 23,200 (published); re‑enrollment discounted rate SAR 21,200.
- Grades 4–6: SAR 25,200 (published); re‑enrollment discounted rate SAR 22,500.
- Grades 7–9: SAR 24,400 (published); re‑enrollment discounted rate SAR 21,800.

Transport (optional service)
- Two‑way school bus: SAR 6,000 per year.
- One‑way school bus: SAR 4,200 per year (re‑enrollment listing); an earlier listing showed SAR 3,800 in a previous year. Use the current figure above for the active re‑enrollment cycle.
- Transport cancellation can be requested only at the end of a term.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Enrollment requires payment of the admission test fee and the enrollment fee at registration; the published re‑enrollment material lists specific transfer steps and requires submission of payment receipts to the finance office.
- A 5% discount is available for siblings. A 5% discount is available for full payment. These discounts are published on the re‑enrollment information.
- Detailed term dates, per‑term instalment amounts, and exact fee due dates are not published in the re‑enrollment summary; the financial contract provided during registration defines formal billing and any instalment arrangements.

Other costs and fees
- Booklist and year‑specific stationery/learning materials are listed as a separate Booklist for the academic cycle; itemised costs are not published in the re‑enrollment summary.
- Uniform costs are not itemised in the public re‑enrollment/new‑registration pages. Guardians are directed to the school booklist/uniform instructions at registration.

Refunds and withdrawal
- Refund and withdrawal terms are governed by the school's financial contract and registration terms; a separate, detailed public refund schedule is not published in the re‑enrollment/new‑registration pages. Transport cancellation is explicitly allowed only at the end of a term.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: Bank transfer, ATM, Visa and MasterCard. Guardians must send the bank/ATM transfer receipt to the finance office email.
- Bank details published for payments: Al‑Riyadh Bank account 2093771979940; IBAN SA4220000002093771979940. Receipts should be emailed to the finance office as instructed in registration materials.

Boarding
- No boarding/residential fees are listed; the school publishes only day‑school tuition and an optional paid transport service.

Notes on publicly available information
- The figures above are the published annual tuition figures and related fees and discounts shown in the school's current re‑enrollment and new‑registration materials for the active academic cycle. Per‑term instalment amounts and an itemised public refund schedule are not published in those summaries; the school's financial contract supplied at registration contains the formal billing, instalment and refund/withdrawal terms.
Academics

Learning Oasis International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Learning Oasis International School uses a curriculum that centers on American standards (CCSS and NGSS) for Kindergarten through Grade 9, integrated with the Cambridge IGCSE program (Cambridge standards). The school is Cambridge-certified to implement the IGCSE program and is Cognia-accredited, reflecting ongoing external validation of its curriculum and teaching quality. Assessments include MAP and Cognia Formative Assessments to support data-driven instruction. In addition to core subjects, the curriculum includes a vocational program and STEAM, aligned with 21st-century learning principles and a focus on student well-being and differences. The curriculum is learner-centered and updated annually to meet contemporary challenges; the academic year runs from early September to late June, organized into two semesters with about 178–180 instructional days.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
LOIS states that its mission is to provide safe and supportive environments and to integrate technology with a curriculum that respects learning differences. It emphasizes developing self-esteem, leadership, and resilience as core learner values. The school describes a trustworthy environment where staff collaborate with guardians to support learners' growth. While specific SEL programmes and staff roles are not publicly disclosed, the emphasis on well-being and social-emotional development is clear.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
There is no publicly disclosed information about targeted SEN provision at LOIS, such as a dedicated SEN department or specialist services. The About Us page notes a focus on respecting learning differences, which suggests attention to diverse needs, but it does not detail specific supports or staffing. The school's accreditation and IB status do not specify SEN offerings. Consequently, publicly available sources do not provide a clear view of LOIS's SEN provision or whether it is a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The International Baccalaureate page for LOIS indicates that language of instruction is English and Arabic, reflecting a bilingual learning environment. Specific EAL programmes, staffing, or initiatives are not described in available public sources.

Mental Wellbeing
The school's mission highlights safe and supportive environments and the development of self-esteem, leadership, and resilience, which underpins student mental wellbeing. It also describes a trustworthy learning environment where learners can flourish across a range of activities. This emphasis on wellbeing is complemented by a school culture that involves guardians and staff in supporting learner growth.

Safeguarding
Publicly available information does not detail LOIS safeguarding policies or procedures beyond the general emphasis on safe and supportive environments in its mission. No explicit safeguarding framework or policies are publicly disclosed in accessible sources.
Parent Experience

History
Learning Oasis International School (LOIS) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was founded in 2008/2009. It is Cognia-accredited, previously AdvancED, and LOIS earned Cambridge qualifications in 2021. From Kindergarten through Grade 9, LOIS combines American standards (CCSS and NGSS) with the Cambridge IGCSE program. In 2023 LOIS became an IB World School, reflecting ongoing expansion of its international offerings. The school emphasizes a staff-led, professional development culture and a values-driven approach, aiming to foster self-esteem, leadership, and resilience in learners.

Community
LOIS describes a diverse, collaborative community that includes learners, guardians, and staff working together within a values-driven environment. The mission and vision emphasize a safe, disciplined learning space and a partnership with families and the wider community. Activities span technology, athletics, arts, community service, and other extracurriculars that broaden learner experiences. Guardians are engaged through school events and partnerships that connect home and school.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Guardian engagement on the LOIS site is described through enrollment procedures and family events rather than a standalone PTA page. Guardians participate in the enrollment and re-enrollment steps via the Guardians'/ Learners' Handbook, indicating a formal role in school governance and administration. The school has hosted events that bring guardians, learners, and staff together, such as Just dream! LOIS achieves!, which highlighted teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship. LOIS leaders and staff have participated in external education events and summits, including the Cognia Conference (Feb 25, 2025) and a Panworld Education & Leadership Summit (Apr 9, 2025), illustrating ongoing collaboration with families and external partners in supporting student progress. The 2022 WAG ceremony and other celebrations show sustained guardian involvement in school traditions and community-building activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located at 30 Olaya Street, behind Saraya Restaurant, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. LOIS is Cognia-accredited, indicating alignment with international accreditation standards. The school offers instruction in English and Arabic as part of its international program. The school's mission emphasizes a safe, supportive environment and the integration of technology into teaching.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
LOIS offers a learner-centered curriculum that integrates American standards (CCSS and NGSS) with the Cambridge IGCSE program for grades K–9. The school is Cognia accredited, formerly AdvancED. Curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning and includes opportunities in technology, science, and other academic pursuits through a broad range of extracurricular activities.

Arts & Creative
Arts are part of LOIS's extracurricular program. The school includes arts and creative activities as a regular component of student life.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities include technology-oriented experiences, athletic competitions, arts, and other discoveries. LOIS fosters an energetic environment that encourages participation in a variety of non-classroom activities. Families participate in learners' extracurricular experiences through collaborative programs.

Community & Service
Community service is integrated into LOIS's programs. The school emphasizes collaboration among learners, guardians, and staff to enrich the educational journey. Students engage in community service and social responsibility initiatives.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is a core value at LOIS, with a focus on developing self-esteem and resilience. Professional development for educators is ongoing, supported by a dedicated department. The mission and environment aim to prepare learners to become professional global citizens.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
LOIS promotes well-being through a focus on mindset, self-esteem, leadership, and resilience. The mission includes providing safe and supportive environments. LOIS emphasizes character development and resilience as part of holistic growth.
Reputation

Accreditations
Cognia accredited (formerly AdvancED). The school is positioned as an international school in Riyadh and was founded in 2008/2009. The school has an Index of Education Quality score of 368.50.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Guardians are required to read the Guardians'/Learners' Handbook and the Registration Manual. These documents outline registration terms, policies, and required documents. Review them carefully before starting the application.

Step 2: Fill out the admission form by clicking the admission link. The form collects essential information about the learner and guardians.

Step 3: Transfer the admission test fee (SR 230 including VAT) for each learner to the LOIS bank account and submit a copy of the transfer before the admission test. The fee reserves a slot for the admission test.

Step 4: After the learner takes the admission test, the result will be posted on the guardian/learner account. If the learner passes, the result is accessible in the account.

Step 5: Guardians must fill out and print the required contracts (the financial contract and transportation contract if applicable) and submit them along with the required documents to the registration office. The financial contract terms should be acknowledged by the guardian.

Step 6: Transfer the enrollment fee: SR 2300 including VAT for non-Saudis; SR 2000 not including VAT for Saudis; to the LOIS bank account per learner and attach the transfer receipt. For more information call 0549121363. Bank transfer details: Al-Riyadh Bank Account: 2093771979940; IBAN: SA 422 000 000 2093 7719 79940. Fees payment methods include Bank Transfer, ATM, Visa and MasterCard.
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