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Qimam El-Hayat International School has 1,800 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
Qimam El-Hayat International School is located on Al Khazzan Street in the Al-Foutah district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The campus address is Al Khazzan Street, Al-Foutah, Riyadh 12632. It sits in central Riyadh and is accessible via main city roads. The admissions office can be reached at +966550880215 or +966114091393, and info@qimamelhayat.com is the contact email.
Stages
The school offers Kindergarten (KG) through Grade 12.
Type
The school operates as a private international day school offering an American curriculum for students from KG to Grade 12.
Additional learning support
The school provides PSHE, Mental Math Program, Transition Program, Special Arabic Program and other enrichment options; explicit SEN or Additional Learning Needs provisions are not described publicly.
Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation; the school operates in Saudi Arabia and uses an American curriculum.
Religious affiliation
Islamic studies are part of the curriculum, including Quran memorization; the school is not affiliated with a specific religious organization.
School day structure
The school runs Saturday to Thursday. There is a morning session from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and an evening session from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Bus service
Qimam El Hayat International School operates a school bus service with multiple Riyadh routes. Routes include Alkhazan Street–Alwazeer Street, AlGhoraby–AlSemeesy–AlNour District–ElManfouha, Attaikah–Ghobirah–AlKasr Mall–Sultana, Khan Shleila–AlMansorah, AlNaseriah–Olaya–Dhabab Street–Almalaz–Dhobat District–Dhahran Street–Jarir–AlRawaby–AlFayhaa–AlSwidi–Alshafa, and Wadi Laban–AlAzizia–AlNaseem–AlSulai–AlNahdha–AlRawdah. Round-trip fees per year range from SAR 3,600 to SAR 4,600; one-way fees per year range from SAR 3,000 to SAR 4,000, depending on the route.
Fees
Annual tuition at Qimam El-Hayat International School ranges from SAR 13,000 to SAR 17,500 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fee
- Registration (seat reservation) fee: SAR 2,000. This amount is deducted from the tuition fees paid at registration and the seat reservation fee is non‑refundable.
Tuition fees — published schedules for 2024–2025 (amounts in SAR)
- Schedule A (annual and per‑term amounts): - KG1 — Annual SAR 13,000; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 4,500; Third term SAR 4,000. - KG2–KG3 — Annual SAR 13,000; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 4,500; Third term SAR 4,000. - KG3 (condensed) — Annual SAR 15,000; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,000. - Grade 1 (Beginners) — Annual SAR 16,500; First term SAR 5,500; Second term SAR 5,500; Third term SAR 5,500. - Grades 1–6 — Annual SAR 14,500; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,000. - Grades 7–9 — Annual SAR 15,500; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,500. - Grade 10 — Annual SAR 16,500; First term SAR 5,500; Second term SAR 5,500; Third term SAR 5,500. - Grades 11–12 — Annual SAR 17,500; First term SAR 5,500; Second term SAR 6,000; Third term SAR 6,000.
- Schedule B (alternate published figures): - KG1 — Annual SAR 11,500; First term SAR 3,500; Second term SAR 3,500; Third term SAR 4,000. - KG2–KG3 — Annual SAR 11,500; First term SAR 3,500; Second term SAR 4,000; Third term SAR 4,000. - KG (condensed) — Annual SAR 12,500; First term SAR 4,000; Second term SAR 4,000; Third term SAR 4,500. - Grades 1–6 — Annual SAR 13,000; First term SAR 4,000; Second term SAR 4,000; Third term SAR 5,000. - Grades 7–9 — Annual SAR 14,000; First term SAR 4,500; Second term SAR 4,750; Third term SAR 4,750. - Grade 10 — Annual SAR 15,000; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,000; Third term SAR 5,000. - Grades 11–12 — Annual SAR 16,000; First term SAR 5,000; Second term SAR 5,500; Third term SAR 5,500.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is reported as three separate term payments (first, second and third term). Each term's tuition is treated independently; amounts for one term are not automatically applied to other terms. - The SAR 2,000 registration/seat reservation fee is deducted from the total fees paid but is non‑refundable. - A sibling discount of SAR 500 applies starting with the second child enrolled. - Certain prompt‑payment discounts are published (for example a short‑term advance payment discount is referenced in the published material); any special discounts (excluding the sibling discount) are conditional on adherence to the school's payment schedule and may be canceled automatically if a specified payment is missed or delayed by more than five working days. - The school may retain a student's file and take administrative or legal measures where fees are outstanding; guardians are liable for any collection costs the school incurs. The school states it will not change contracted tuition after signing except with Ministry of Education approval and advance notification for the following academic year.
Boarding fees
- No boarding program or boarding fees are listed in the published school fee material; no boarding charges are identified in the publicly available fee schedules.
Other costs and fees
- Transportation: route‑based annual transportation fees are published separately. Round‑trip annual fees range from SAR 3,600 to SAR 4,600 depending on route; one‑way annual fees range roughly from SAR 3,000 to SAR 4,000 depending on route. These are billed separately from tuition. - Textbooks and learning materials: tuition excludes textbooks, workbooks and related materials; these must be obtained separately (the school provides book lists and guidance). - Uniforms and external activity costs (for example school trips and other external activities) are not included in the stated tuition and must be purchased from external suppliers. - Extra‑program fees: some optional programs (for example intensive transition/KG3 programs or additional SAT/test preparation activities) carry separate charges where published.
Tuition refund policy
- If a student does not attend at all, the full tuition paid is refundable after deduction of SAR 1,000. - If the student attends from one school day up to two weeks, the refund is the paid tuition after deducting half of a full semester's fees. - If the student attends for more than two weeks, the refund is the paid tuition after deducting the fees equal to a full semester.
Fee payment options
- Specific published fee pages and registration materials show the amounts, terms and contact channels but do not list detailed payment method options (for example bank account numbers, online payment portal names, or card acceptance details) on the public fee pages. For payment method arrangements, the school provides admissions and contact numbers for the admissions/finance office.
Notes and conditions that affect fees
- Published fees are exclusive of VAT. - Seat reservation fees are non‑refundable; discounts (other than the sibling discount) are conditional on timely payment and may be revoked for late or missed payments. - The tuition amounts above are the published term and annual figures for the 2024–2025 fee schedules and the school's published transportation and materials policies apply.
Academics
Qimam El-Hayat International School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Qimam El-Hayat International School provides a bilingual English-Arabic education using a high-quality American curriculum for students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with strong technology integration. English and Mathematics align with Common Core State Standards (CCSS); Science follows Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS); Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Saudi History are taught in line with the Saudi Ministry of Education. Cognia accreditation is held, indicating international standards alignment. Year-group pathways include a Transition Program for Grades 1–6; Pre-SAT for Grades 7–9; SAT for Grades 10–12; and ACT preparation in Grades 11–12, with PSAT introduced in Grades 7–9. The program also includes Holy Quran Memorization, Manners, Mental Math, Public Speaking/Presentation, Life Skills, Field Trips, Conversation, Club Activities, and a Special Arabic Program for non-native speakers.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports social and emotional learning (SEL) through its PSHE program. PSHE (Personal, Health, Social, and Economic Education) is an integral part of the curriculum from kindergarten through to high school. The program aims to enhance personal growth, social relationships, mental and physical health, and career/economic guidance. It is delivered via a structured curriculum and a range of teaching methods, including group discussions, interactive activities, and research projects. The PSHE learning areas explicitly address personal growth, healthy relationships, mental and physical health, safety, and responsible decision-making, with the aim of empowering students to be healthy, independent, and responsible members of society.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school's publicly described SEN-related provisions include the QHIS High and Low Achievers Program, which provides differentiated instructional strategies to support both high and low achieving students. There is also a Special Arabic Program for students whose mother tongue is not Arabic, indicating language-support provisions for non-native speakers. The admission policy notes that a student may be denied admission if they have special mental needs. Publicly disclosed information about a formal SEN policy, dedicated SEN staff, or a comprehensive list of supported conditions is not provided. Information on these matters is limited to the items described above and the admission policy note.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school operates a bilingual English–Arabic curriculum from kindergarten onward. Beginning with pre-kindergarten, students are taught to read, write, understand, and speak both English and Arabic. All children in the Primary School are taught the core Arabic curriculum in addition to supplementary materials, supporting bilingual language development. A separate, dedicated EAL program is not described; language support is provided through the bilingual curriculum and the Special Arabic Program for non-Arabic mother tongue students. This combination demonstrates language development support within the school's published offerings.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed within PSHE, which includes a Mental and Physical Health module as part of its learning areas. PSHE focuses on personal growth, social relationships, mental health, safety, and overall wellbeing, using a structured curriculum and diverse teaching methods such as group discussions and interactive activities. The program explicitly aims to empower students to maintain their mental and physical health and navigate life changes in a healthy way. The emphasis on mental health topics is integrated with other PSHE content to support students' holistic development. These elements collectively constitute the school's explicit approach to student mental wellbeing.
Safeguarding
The school adheres to a Code of Ethics from the Saudi Ministry of Education. General Policies describe safety and behavior rules across the school, including classroom and transportation safety. The campus provides School Clinics, a First Aid Kit, and Health Care facilities to support safeguarding and student health. The admission policy notes that a student with special mental needs could be denied admission, which intersects with safeguarding considerations. Publicly disclosed safeguarding-specific procedures beyond these items are not listed on the site.
Admissions
Admissions
1. The school is located in Riyadh and was established in 2005. It offers education from Kindergarten through Grade 12, providing a continuous learning journey with a focus on partnerships with families. 2. The school follows a high-quality American curriculum designed to foster creativity and inquiry. It uses the Common Core State Standards for English and Math, and the Next Generation Science Standards for Science; Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Saudi History are taught in line with the Ministry of Education to preserve cultural identity. Technology, real-world learning, and personalized instruction support student success. 3. Cognia accreditation is held, reflecting alignment with global standards and a commitment to high-quality education. 4. The school offers a bilingual learning environment with English and Arabic instruction, and integrates Islamic values through Quran memorization and Islamic studies. 5. Technology-enabled learning includes interactive whiteboards, tablets, and a Learning Management System that supports seamless school-home communication and self-directed learning. 6. Programs include Holy Quran Memorization, Field Trips, QHIS High and Low Achievers, PSHE (Mind Your Manners & Etiquette), Mental Math, Transition Program, Special Arabic, Anti-Smoking, and SAT Program for High School. 7. Enrichment and leadership opportunities are provided through clubs, field trips, and student leadership roles such as student councils and ambassadors. 8. Outcomes include student pathways to higher education, with a portion of graduates progressing to medical, engineering, dental, and pharmacy fields (e.g., 41% to medical colleges, 31% to engineering, 11% to dental, 4% to pharmacy). 9. Contact details: Al Khazzan Street, Al Foutah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Admissions Office phones: +966550880215 and +966114091393.
FAQs
Where is Qimam El-Hayat International School located in Riyadh?
The school is on Al Khazzan Street in the Al-Foutah district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It serves students from kindergarten through Grade 12 and operates as separate Girls and Boys sections.
What age range does Qimam El-Hayat International School cater to?
The school welcomes students from age 3 (pre-kindergarten) up to 18 (Grade 12). It covers the full KG–12 span.
What kind of curriculum does the school use, and is it bilingual from early years?
From pre-kindergarten, the school offers a bilingual program (English and Arabic). The curriculum blends CCSS for English and Math, NGSS for Science, and Arabic instruction aligned with Saudi Ministry of Education for the primary level, with national American standards and Pearson Curriculum guiding grades 1–12.
Is Qimam El-Hayat International School a single-gender or mixed campus?
Qimam El-Hayat operates as two sections: a Girls School and a Boys School, serving the same academic framework in separate campuses.
When was the school opened, and how has its ownership evolved?
Qimam El-Hayat International School opened in 2005. Ownership transferred to Manhattan Capital Company in 2016–2017, bringing updates to curriculum, teaching, and parent involvement.
What religious or values-based elements are part of the curriculum?
Islamic studies are included as part of the curriculum, reflecting the school's Islamic identity and values-based education.
What are the basic public-facing fees for registration and tuition?
A 2,000 SAR seat-registration fee is charged at registration and is non-refundable. Tuition varies by grade level, with KG starting around 13,000 SAR annually and senior grades up to 17,500 SAR annually, plus term-based payments.
Do you offer scholarships or financial aid, and is there a waitlist?
Scholarships and waitlist details are not listed in the provided information.
Is transportation to and from school available, and what are typical bus costs?
Yes, bus service is available with several routes. Annual round-trip fares range from about 3,600 SAR to 4,600 SAR per year, depending on the route, with one-way options also listed for some routes.
What is the admissions process for prospective families?
Families complete an online registration, receive a registration reference number, and then may be contacted about admission tests, a guardian interview, and finally contract signing if accepted.
What is the school's refund policy if a family withdraws?
If a student does not attend, the full tuition paid is refundable after deducting 1,000 SAR. If attendance is up to two weeks, the refund is after deducting half a semester's fees; beyond two weeks, it's after deducting a full semester's fees.
Are textbooks, uniforms, and trips included in tuition?
No. Textbooks, school uniforms, and external activities (including trips) are not included in tuition and must be paid for separately.
What academic programs exist to support high- and low-achieving students?
QHIS runs a High and Low Achievers Program to support advanced and at-risk students with enrichment, project work, technology use, and targeted strategies.
What kind of assessments does the school use to track progress?
The school uses a mix of classwork, homework, projects, quizzes, and End-of-Semester Examinations. The year is divided into two semesters, each with Formative (interim) and End-of-Semester assessments, totaling 100 marks per subject per year.
Does the school prepare students for higher education or university admissions?
Yes. The SAT Program supports high school students with university admission preparation and career planning, including helping with scholarships abroad.
What kinds of extracurricular and leadership opportunities exist?
Beyond academics, the school offers programs like the Creativity Program for personal and career development, field trips, science and math competitions, English and Health days, and a range of PSHE activities to build leadership and social skills.
What sports and athletic facilities does the campus have?
Facilities include a swimming pool, football field, basketball court, volleyball court, karate spaces, and a dedicated Sports Academy to support team and individual physical activity.
What other facilities support learning beyond classrooms?
The campus features well-equipped science and technology labs, libraries with phonics labs, an Internet Unit Multimedia Room, an art room, an assembly hall, a well-developed canteen, safe water systems, and modern toilets.
What wellbeing and safeguarding support is available to students?
The school uses PSHE to promote personal, social, and health education, including mental health awareness and resilience. Safeguarding is addressed through general safety policies, uniform rules, bus safety guidelines, and Codes of Ethics aligned with Ministry of Education standards.
What languages are taught, and how is bilingualism implemented?
English and Arabic are taught from pre-kindergarten, with the aim that students read, write, understand, and speak both languages. The curriculum combines English/Math standards with Arabic language instruction across all grades.
