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Saudi Arabia has very well-developed education provision at primary, secondary and tertiary levels, and free education, books and health services are available to all Saudi nationals.
The children of expatriates are not eligible to enter state schools, but there a number of private international schools based on the British or American systems. Depending on the school, education is provided up to age 14, 16 or 18.

International school fees are quite high in Saudi Arabia, around SR 25,000 annually for each child. Many employers include free or subsidized education for the children of their employees.

In Riyadh

American International School - Riyadh
Address
PO Box 990, Riyadh, 11421, Saudi Arabia
Tel: (+966) 1 491 4270
Fax: (+966) 1 491 7101
email: superintendent@ais-r.edu.sa
website: www.ais-r.org

School Summary:
US, IB, curricula.
850 students, 4-18 yrs.

The American International School - Riyadh has a current average student enrollment of 850 representing 51 nations. Enrollment is open for students who have a verifiable need for an American curriculum program.

The K-12 student/faculty ratio is 10 to 1 and the teachers, primarily United States citizens, are all qualified in their fields. American International School - Riyadh is parent owned, licensed by the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Education and accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

The American International School - Riyadh provides an enriched American curriculum and offers an ESL program. American International School - Riyadh has 180 classrooms, three libraries with technology stations, 11 science labs (six computerized), 12 computer labs, a large air conditioned gymnasium, a new purpose-built theater, two multi-purpose courts, a full size grass athletic field, full service cafeteria, and a large outdoor playground area.

Available sports include volleyball, basketball, softball and soccer. Extracurricular activities include choral music, student government, drama, spirit squad, yearbook and an extensive after-school activities program. The school also offers classes in art, band, orchestra, speech, drama, computer sciences, Spanish, French and Arabic.

American International School - Riyadh cannot accept students who are physically, mentally or emotionally handicapped to the degree that they cannot be enrolled in a regular program of studies. The school term is from mid-August until early June, with a three-week winter vacation and a one-week vacation in the spring.

In Jeddah

The British International School
(The Continental School) Jeddah
Address
PO Box 6453, Jeddah, 21442, Saudi Arabia
Tel: (+966) 2 699 0019
Fax: (+966) 2 699 1943
email: conti@conti.sch.sa
website: www.continentalschool.com

School Summary:
US, UK, curricula.
GCSE, IGCSE, SAT, IB exams.
1500 students, 2-18 yrs.

The Continental School (officially known as the British International School, Jeddah) offers a British-style international curriculum to boys and girls from Pre-school to IB (approximately pre-K to Grade 12) levels. Patronage is offered by some 20 embassies. The medium of instruction is English with the highest percentage of students being British. Most teachers (90%) are British.

On completing Year 9 at the Continental School, students prepare for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education through Cambridge International Examinations. After completing their IGCSE students may then apply to continue at the school in the IB programme for a further two years or move on to many destinations worldwide, including public and private schools and colleges in the UK and the USA.

The British International School (The Continental School) Jeddah terms are similar to the three terms of the UK system, with some flexibility to accommodate the Islamic calendar. With slight variations, the school day runs from 08.00 to 16:00, with many weekly afternoon clubs and activities to choose from.

Housed on a new purpose-built campus, the school has three separate sections, each with its own individual buildings, play areas and administration. There are some 90 rooms, eight science laboratories, four computer rooms, a large sports hall, a gymnasium, a multi-purpose hall, a refectory, three libraries, a clinic, two pools and an outside sports area with running circuit and 100m sprint track. Additional facilities have recently been constructed.

Whilst the The British International School (The Continental School) Jeddah is of mixed-ability intake, new applicants must produce their most recent school reports, and undergo admission interviews to establish the appropriate placements, to identify any EFL or SEN problems, and to gauge the degree to which the school could accommodate them.

Recently the The British International School (The Continental School) Jeddah has had lengthy waiting lists, and it is essential to make enquiries about the availability of places before any commitment to a move to Jeddah. Places for new external applicants to the IGCSE courses and the IB Diploma are few; students wishing to enter Grades 9/10/11/12 are therefore advised to seek entry to the Continental School at an early stage.

Jeddah Prep & Grammar School, (The International British/Dutch School)
Address
c/o British Consulate General, PO Box 6316, Jeddah, 21442, Saudi Arabia
Tel: (+966) 2 654 2354
Fax: (+966) 2 238 0232
email: hmsec@jpgs.org
website: www.jprepgramm.sch.sa

School Summary:
National, UK, curricula.
GCE, GCSE, IGCSE exams.
500 students, 2-18 yrs.

Established for almost 40 years, Jeddah Prep & Grammar School (The International British/Dutch School) is the recognized traditional British school of the region. Adhering to the UK National curriculum, JPGS provides education for over 500 children in the age group of two years up to 18 (up to A-Level). The average class size is 17 and the pupil/teacher ratio is 11:1.

There is an excellent pastoral programme within the Jeddah Prep & Grammar School, (The International British/Dutch School) and to get to know pupils and make them feel secure. Examination results at IGCSE and A-Level place the school within the top 1% worldwide.

The Jeddah Prep & Grammar School, (The International British/Dutch School) is accredited by the UK Independent Schools Joint Council and the Headmaster is an elected member of IAPS. It is also an examination centre for both Edexcel (London) and UCLES (Cambridge).

The Jeddah Prep & Grammar School, (The International British/Dutch School) moved to the Al-Naeem district of Jeddah in September 1998. The new campus provides the school with excellent modern facilities and the opportunity of housing the new Grammar School.

Originally established by the British and Dutch Embassies in conjunction with the Saudi British Bank and Saudi Dutch Bank, the school now accepts pupils of all nationalities, with some 50 countries being represented. Non-native English-speaking children are admitted subject to a satisfactory standard of English language development.

All overseas contract staff and the majority of local staff, are UK-trained and qualified. Currently over 85% have been recruited directly from the UK with the remainder being local employees.

All rooms in the school are air-conditioned. Facilities include three science laboratories, a CDT room, a FTT room, an art room, two gymnasiums, two halls, a suite of music rooms, a library, a 25-metre swimming pool, a beginners' pool, a PC laboratory and computer clusters throughout the school.

The Jeddah Prep & Grammar School, (The International British/Dutch School) year starts in early September and finishes at the end of June/beginning of July. There are three terms with the traditional holidays being observed. However, the working week is from Saturday to Wednesday, the school being closed on Thursday and Friday. Security measures are of the highest standard, working in close liaison with the British Consulate.

Due to the success of recent changes and the resulting increase in pupil numbers, the school currently has waiting lists in a number of year groups. Therefore, potential applicants for places are advised to contact the school as early as possible, preferably before arrival in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Al Waha International School
Address
PO Box 12491, Jeddah, 21473, Saudi Arabia
Tel: (+966) 2 672 9660/0004
Fax: (+966) 672 9404
email: office@alwahaschool.com
website: www.alwahaschool.com

School Summary:
National, UK, curricula.
IGCSE exams.
685 students, 3-16 yrs.

Al Waha International School was founded in 1992 and is a private day school, providing a broad-based education through the medium of English to students in classes from Nursery to Year 11.

The Al Waha International School is located in the Al Azizia district of Jeddah, and is housed in three spacious buildings including a computer laboratory, an audio visual room and several language rooms, library, science laboratory, auditorium, playground, canteen and lunch pavilion.

Al Waha's curriculum, based on the British National Curriculum as its core in various subjects, is blended with Islamic Studies and Quran lessons across the age group. The study of any one second language (Arabic, Hindi, Urdu or French) is usually compulsory for all students.

The Al Waha International School prepares the senior students for the Cambridge-based International General Certificate of Education (IGCSE) examinations. The IGCSE subject options have been designed in such a way that all students target the prestigious International Certificate of Education (ICE) award offered by the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), UK.

Source: english-schools.org

haggle · Posted: Mon May 14, 2007 10:51 pm Post subject: Safe?

How safe are the western schools in Saudi Arabia?

You know what I'm talking about.