Kingdom Schools International is the international wing of Kingdom Schools, a large private school group in Riyadh that opened in 2000. The international section teaches an American curriculum in English from the early years to Grade 12, leading to a United States high school diploma. It is one of the longer established choices among the city's American schools in Riyadh.
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At a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | American curriculum, United States high school diploma |
| Stage range | Kindergarten to Grade 12, roughly ages 3 to 18 |
| Founded | Kingdom Schools opened in 2000 |
| Accreditation | Not published |
| Fee band | Mid to upper part of the Riyadh range, reported at SAR 36,000 to 57,000 a year |
| Campus area | Ar Rabi, north Riyadh, on King Abdulaziz Road |
Curriculum and academics
The international section follows an American curriculum through elementary, middle and high school, taught in English, with Arabic and Islamic studies alongside. Students work towards a United States style high school diploma, supported by internal assessment and external examinations as they reach the senior grades.
Kingdom Schools runs separate elementary, middle and high schools for boys and girls, with a mixed kindergarten, so families should confirm the section and intake that applies to their child. To see how it sits among the city's other American options, start with the American schools in Riyadh hub.
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Kingdom Schools International fees
Kingdom Schools International publishes annual fees reported at around SAR 36,000 to 57,000 depending on the grade, which places it in the middle to upper part of the city market rather than at the premium end. Our Riyadh international school fees guide sets out how those tiers compare across the city.
On top of tuition, budget for the usual line items at a Riyadh private school, including a registration or assessment fee, a deposit, books and materials, and optional school bus transport. Use the fees guide to model the full annual commitment before you apply.
Admissions
The main intake is at the start of the academic year in late August or September, with places filled on a rolling basis where availability allows. Admission typically involves a review of previous school records and an age appropriate assessment. Contact the school early to confirm the current application window and the documents required for the international section.
Location and who goes there
The school sits in Ar Rabi in the north of Riyadh, close to King Abdulaziz Road, an area of newer residential districts and good road links across the city. Families come from across the Saudi and expatriate communities of north Riyadh, many drawn by the school's long presence and its American pathway.
Kingdom Schools International also appears alongside the city's IB schools in Riyadh in our editorial roundup, though its own route is American rather than the International Baccalaureate. To weigh it against the wider market, start with the Riyadh city hub and the American schools in Riyadh hub, both of which set out the city's options by curriculum and area.
Kingdom Schools International reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kingdom Schools International an American school?
Yes. The international section of Kingdom Schools follows an American curriculum in English from the early years to Grade 12 and leads to a United States high school diploma, with Arabic and Islamic studies taught alongside.
How much are Kingdom Schools International fees?
Annual fees are reported at around SAR 36,000 to 57,000 depending on the grade, which places the school in the middle to upper part of the Riyadh range. Confirm current rates and extras with the school.
Where is Kingdom Schools International?
The school is in the Ar Rabi district of north Riyadh, on King Abdulaziz Road, with separate boys and girls sections and a mixed kindergarten.
When do Kingdom Schools International applications open?
The main intake is at the start of the academic year in late August or September, with rolling admissions where places allow. Apply early and confirm the current window with the school.
