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Saudi International School for the Sciences and Arts

Saudi Arabia, Dhahran

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 30,132 - 50,341
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Islamic Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, French
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Saudi International School for the Sciences and Arts is in Dhahran with separate campuses for boys and girls. It delivers a US curriculum aligned to the Common Core Standards from KG1 to Grade 12, complemented by Islamic Studies. Kindergarten develops literacy and numeracy in English and Arabic. Elementary (Grades 1-6) offers an enriched American curriculum alongside MOE requirements, covering Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, and Islamic Studies, with Physical Education, Art, and ICT. Middle School follows the enriched curriculum with a pathway to the American High School Diploma; AP courses are available in high school. High School offers the American High School Diploma aligned with CCSS and NGSS, with AP electives in languages, music, art, and performing arts, plus two-level national identity subjects. Facilities include nine science laboratories, seven ICT laboratories, a media/innovation center, six libraries, a multi-purpose hall, a swimming pool, sports courts, prayer rooms, an auditorium, and transport. Extracurriculars include drama, ballet, and music; robotics, language clubs, public speaking; eco-warrior clubs.

www.saudiinternationalschool-dhahran.com.sa

Saudi International School for the Sciences and Arts, Dhahran, Block Kha 10, Al Muntazah District, Dammam City 32234, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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The Essentials

Saudi International School for the Sciences and Arts has instruction in English.

Location
Dhahran, Al Muntazah District, Dammam City, 32234, Saudi Arabia

Stages
KG1–12 (Kindergarten to Grade 12)

Type
Separate state-of-the-art boys' campus and girls' campus

Additional learning support
Provisions to support individual learning differences; literacy and numeracy instruction in English and Arabic

Country affiliation
Saudi Arabia

Religious affiliation
Islam

School day structure
Gates open 6:30; Morning Assembly 7:10; First period starts 7:20; Dismissal 2:30

Bus service
Buses are available within greater Dhahran and Dammam
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Saudi International School for the Sciences and Arts ranges from SAR 30,132 to SAR 50,341 for 2026/27.

Approved fees — Academic year 2026–2027 (1448 AH)

Tuition fees (annual, by grade)
- All amounts are stated in Saudi riyals (SAR).
- KG1: SAR 30,132.
- KG2: SAR 35,907.
- KG3: SAR 35,907.
- Grade 1: SAR 39,835.
- Grade 2: SAR 39,835.
- Grade 3: SAR 39,835.
- Grade 4: SAR 39,904.
- Grade 5: SAR 39,904.
- Grade 6: SAR 42,472.
- Grade 7: SAR 43,545.
- Grade 8: SAR 43,545.
- Grade 9: SAR 49,816.
- Grade 10: SAR 49,816.
- Grade 11: SAR 50,341.
- Grade 12: SAR 50,341.

Tuition fees per term / instalments
- The published fee schedule lists approved annual tuition amounts by grade. Per-term or per-semester tuition amounts are not published in the approved fee schedule. Parents should use the annual figures above for budgeting; the school provides transport fees with an explicit “one semester” option (see Transportation).

School transportation fees
- Round-trip: SAR 6,900 for the full academic year; SAR 4,140 for one semester.
- One-way: SAR 5,750 for the full academic year; SAR 3,450 for one semester.

Sibling discounts
- 5% discount applies to the third child.
- 10% discount applies to the fourth child.
- 20% discount applies to the fifth child and each additional child.

Textbook package fees and related rules
- KG1: SAR 298.
- KG2: SAR 490.
- KG3: SAR 765.
- Grades 1–5: SAR 1,195.
- Grades 6–8: SAR 1,355.
- Grades 9–12: SAR 2,490.
- New students entering Grades 10–12: SAR 2,990.
- The textbook package must be paid in full before textbooks are released and associated digital resources are activated. Textbook package fees are non-refundable. Payment instructions and book-collection dates are provided by the Finance Office.

Other costs (explicitly noted as excluded from tuition)
- Tuition fees do not include uniforms, food services (canteen), or extracurricular activities that run outside regular school hours; these are additional costs to budget for. The approved fee schedule does not publish fixed prices for uniforms, meals, or after-hours extracurricular programme fees.

Application / enrolment / one‑time fees
- The published approved fee schedule does not list a specific one-time application fee or a specific enrolment (seat deposit) amount. Admissions guidance indicates enrolment-related fees are to be paid online or at the school cash counter, but a numerical amount for application/enrolment is not published in the approved fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The approved fee schedule provides annual tuition figures and specific transport and textbook charges. A detailed billing timetable (for example: number of instalments, invoice dates, late‑payment penalties, or tuition refund scale) is not published within the approved-fees document. Textbook fees must be paid in full before collection. Payment instructions for textbook collection are handled by the Finance Office. Enrolment fees are described as payable online or at the cash counter.

Boarding fees
- No boarding fees or separate boarding charges are listed in the approved-fees schedule. Boarding provision and boarding fees are not published in the approved-fees document.

Refund information
- Textbook package fees are explicitly stated as non-refundable.
- No separate, detailed tuition refund/cancellation policy (for example, prorated refunds for mid-year withdrawal or cancellation fees) is published in the approved-fees document.

Fee payment options (methods)
- Admissions guidance states enrolment fees are payable online or via the school cash counter. Payment instructions for textbooks are provided by the Finance Office.
- All published fees are subject to VAT in accordance with Saudi Arabian law and executive regulations; VAT treatment may differ by nationality (per Saudi tax rules).

Concise summary of what the published fee material provides
- The approved 2026–2027 fee material publishes annual tuition by grade, transport full-year and one-semester options, sibling discounts, textbook package fees (with non-refundable rule), and a VAT notice. It does not publish specific numeric application/enrolment fees, a full billing/instalment schedule for tuition, detailed payment methods (such as whether credit card, bank transfer, or specific third‑party instalment providers are accepted), uniforms cost, boarding fees, or a comprehensive tuition refund/withdrawal schedule.

If you require these exact missing items (application/enrolment amount, billing instalment schedule, accepted card/bank transfer details, or formal refund policy) you will need the school's Finance Office or Admissions office to supply those specific numbers and policies. Contact for admissions: admissions@sissa.sa; school phone: +966-13-331-5800 (Ext. 602).
Academics

Saudi International School for the Sciences and Arts teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Islamic Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school delivers a US curriculum based on the Common Core Standards for KG1 through Grade 12. Kindergarten focuses on developing Literacy and Numeracy in English and Arabic. Elementary School offers an enriched American Curriculum for Grades 1–6 alongside the MOE curriculum, emphasizing Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, and Islamic Studies, with Physical Education, Art, and ICT. Middle School follows the enriched American Curriculum guided by the Common Core Standards, with a pathway to the American High School Diploma and Advanced Placement (AP) courses available during high school. High School offers the American High School Diploma Program, aligned with CCSS and NGSS, with AP courses and electives in languages, music, art, and performing arts, and two-level national identity subjects.

Higher Education Progression
Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available. The High School Diploma program is aligned with Common Core Standards and NGSS, preparing students for higher education. Graduates may gain admission to prestigious universities, including Ivy League and Russell Group institutions.

Gifted and Talented
AP courses are available for advanced students. Electives in languages, music, art, and performing arts provide additional academic challenge.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit an enquiry online or by email at admissions@sissa.sa. The enquiry marks the start of the admissions process. The admissions team will respond to inquiries and guide applicants through the next steps. Applicants should expect further instructions after submitting the enquiry. 2. The admissions team will contact you within 24 hours to proceed with the next steps of the admissions process. This initial contact introduces the remaining stages of admission. Additional information or documents may be requested at this stage. You will receive detailed guidance from the admissions team on what to prepare next. 3. A screening test will be booked for your child as soon as required documentation is received. The screening forms part of the admissions process. The date and logistics of the screening will be communicated by the admissions team. All necessary documentation should be provided to move forward with the screening. 4. An offer letter will be issued upon student's acceptance. Acceptance of the offer enables the next steps toward enrollment. The offer letter confirms that admission is being offered. The admissions team will provide enrollment instructions after the offer is accepted. 5. Enrolment fees to be paid online or via cash counter. Payment completes the admissions process. Payment options are provided by the school. Receipts are issued after payment.
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