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Al Bassam Schools

International School in Dammam Metropolitan Area

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Quick answer

Al Bassam Schools offers a multi-track IB and British and American programme, as a large campus with 2,197 students. Graduates leave with IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: IB, British, American leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma.
  • Tuition: $7,200–$11,200/yr published in SAR, US$ equivalent.
  • Avg class size: 17 Dammam Metropolitan Area international school · 2,197 students total.
  • Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
IB, British, AmericanAges 3 to 18English$7,200–$11,200/yr(﷼ 27000-﷼ 42000)
Est. all-in: $10,700/yr(+16%, modeled)Budget-friendly in Dammam Metropolitan AreaOpen admissions
Students

2,197

Class Size

17 avg

Admissions

Rolling

Qualifications

IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma

multi-curriculumibbritish-curriculumopen-admissionslarge-school

About Al Bassam Schools

Al Bassam Schools began their journey in 2001 with the establishment of a girls’ school that included Kindergarten and the Elementary Stage for both boys and girls. In 2002, the boys’ campus was completed, and the Elementary Stage opened with a total enrollment of 354 students.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Not published

This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.

Why this matters

Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.

  • In-house specialist staff listed

Not published

  • —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
  • —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated

Questions to ask the school

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
  3. Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
  4. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  5. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for Al Bassam Schools
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$7,200–$11,200
Annual tuition (SAR)﷼ 27000-﷼ 42000
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$10,700(+16%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$12,200
Cost position in Dammam Metropolitan Area17th percentile(budget-friendly)
Curriculum

IB, British, American

Leaving qualifications

IGCSE and IB Diploma and US Diploma

External examinations

IGCSE American High School Diploma, SAT IB Diploma

Learning support

unknown

Special needs staff

Learning support

Uniform requiredYes
Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: mediumData completeness: 57%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.

At a Glance

Fee Position in Dammam Metropolitan Area

Budget-friendly
Median
$7,200$7,200–$11,200$28,183

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeSmall Classes
Al Bassam Schools

Class Size

This school
17
City avg
19

Estimated Real Cost

Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams

83%
17%
Tuition:$9,200
Est. extras:$1,840
Estimated total per year$11,040 (SAR)

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