The Najd National Schools International Section is the international track within Najd National Schools, a Saudi school group in Riyadh. It teaches an enriched American programme in English while keeping the Arabic and Islamic studies of the national curriculum, which makes it a genuinely bilingual option for families who want a US style diploma without leaving the Saudi system behind. The American diploma pathway is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
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At a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | Enriched American curriculum on Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, Pearson resources, leading to a US style high school diploma, with Saudi national subjects |
| Stage range | Through to the high school diploma; full age range not published |
| Founded | Not published for the international section |
| Accreditation | American diploma programme accredited by NEASC |
| Fee band | Lower to mid part of the Riyadh range |
| Campus area | Riyadh; exact district to confirm with the school |
Curriculum and academics
The international section runs an American style programme built on the Common Core State Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards, using Pearson materials, and leads to a US recognised high school diploma. Because it sits inside a Saudi national school, pupils also study Arabic, Islamic education and social studies, so the two strands run side by side. That combination is what defines it as a bilingual school rather than a single language international school.
The American diploma route is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, a recognised US regional accreditor, which supports applications to universities that expect a standard transcript and diploma. The school describes its approach as inquiry led, with pupils setting goals and reflecting on progress. To compare the pathway with the city's other choices, the Riyadh city hub sets out the British, American, IB and bilingual options across the capital.
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Najd National Schools fees
As a Saudi national school group with an international section, Najd National Schools sits towards the lower to mid part of the Riyadh market, below the dedicated international schools that occupy the upper and premium tiers. Our Riyadh international school fees guide sets out where the budget and mid tiers fall in SAR, and a national group with an English track typically lands in that lower band, which is part of its appeal.
Alongside tuition, budget for a registration or assessment fee, a deposit, and optional school bus transport. Examination and materials costs can apply in the diploma years. Because the exact published figures change annually and vary between the national and international tracks, confirm the current rate for the international section directly with the school and use the fees guide to plan the full annual outlay.
Admissions
The main intake is at the start of the academic year in August or September, with applications assessed on a rolling basis as places allow. Entry to the international section usually involves a placement assessment in English and mathematics and a review of recent school reports, since pupils need to be ready for English medium study. Families moving from the national track within the group, or from abroad, should ask early about availability in the year group they need. Confirm the documents required and the current window with the admissions office.
Location and who goes there
The school serves families across Riyadh who want an American diploma kept within a Saudi national setting, including Saudi families seeking an English medium route and returning expatriate families who value the strong Arabic and Islamic studies programme. The international section draws a mixed community rather than one nationality.
Because it bridges the national and international systems, it suits parents who want their children fluent in both languages and comfortable in both academic cultures. To weigh it against the fuller international schools, start with the Riyadh city hub, which links through to each curriculum and to the city fees picture.
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Frequently asked questions
What curriculum does Najd National Schools International Section follow?
The international section teaches an enriched American curriculum based on Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, leading to a US style high school diploma, alongside the Saudi national subjects in Arabic and Islamic studies.
Is Najd National Schools International Section accredited?
The American diploma programme is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Confirm the current scope of accreditation with the school.
How much are Najd National Schools International Section fees?
As a Saudi national school group with an international section, it sits towards the lower to mid part of the Riyadh range, below the dedicated international schools. Confirm current rates with the school.
Is Najd National Schools a bilingual school?
Yes. The international section teaches in English while keeping a strong Arabic and Islamic studies programme, so pupils work across both languages.
When do Najd National Schools applications open?
The main intake is at the start of the academic year in August or September, with rolling admissions through the year. Apply early for the international section as places can be limited.
