International School Fees Saudi Arabia: Budget to Premium

Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and other cities) has a growing number of international schools – from budget to premium British, IB and American options. This guide outlines fee ranges and example schools so you can make an informed choice.

Quick overview of fee ranges (annual tuition, indicative)

• Budget: Roughly SAR 25,000–45,000 per year (primary). Newer or smaller schools, recognised curricula.
• Mid-tier: Roughly SAR 55,000–85,000 per year (primary). Established schools, good facilities.
• Premium: Roughly SAR 90,000–140,000+ per year (primary). Top facilities, strong IGCSE/IBDP.

Secondary and exam years are typically higher. Riyadh and Jeddah have the widest choice.

Budget end: example schools and fees

British International School Riyadh (BISR) (certain divisions), Riyadh Schools and Jeddah Knowledge International School (JKS) can sit in the budget band. Primary often SAR 30,000–45,000 per year. Check each school’s latest fee schedule.

Mid-tier: example schools and fees

British International School Riyadh (BISR), American International School Riyadh (AIS-R) and Dhahran British Grammar School (DBGS) are mid-tier examples. Primary often SAR 60,000–85,000; secondary/IBDP can be SAR 85,000–110,000. Strong British/IB provision.

Premium: example schools and fees

King Faisal School, American International School Riyadh (AIS-R) (full programme) and British International School Jeddah sit at the premium end. Primary can be SAR 95,000–130,000 and secondary/IBDP SAR 110,000–150,000+. Extensive facilities and university placement.

What to watch beyond tuition

• Registration and enrolment fees (one-off; can be SAR 5,000–15,000+).
• Learning support and EAL – often extra; can add SAR 15,000–40,000+ per year.
• Board exam fees (IGCSE, IB, A level) – not in tuition; budget SAR 8,000–25,000+ per exam session.

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How to choose

• Set your budget band, city and curriculum; request full fee schedules (tuition + one-off and annual extras).
• Compare total cost over 3–5 years and fee progression by year group.
• Clarify what is included vs add-on (support, trips, exams).

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