Most international schools in Riyadh are well managed and equipped to offer expat children from a variety of backgrounds a high-quality education. Schools should be contacted directly for specifics regarding tuition and admission.
Below is a list of some of Riyadh's recommended international schools.
International schools in Riyadh
Al Yasmin International School
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: Indian (CBSE)
Ages: 5 to 18
Website: www.alyasmin.org
American International School
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: American
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.aisr.org
British International School of Riyadh
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: National Curriculum for England
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.bisr.com.sa
Ecole Française Internationale de Riyad
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: French
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.efi-riyad.com
Abdulaziz International School – Al-Sulaimaniah
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: SABIS
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.aisriyadh-sabis.net
Further reading
►For more expat schooling options, see Education and Schools in Saudi Arabia
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