Multinational School Dhahran
International School in Dammam Metropolitan Area
Quick answer
Multinational School Dhahran follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 45 nationalities. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. Tuition of $27,700–$44,700/year is in line with Dammam Metropolitan Area averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Multinational School Dhahran.
- Tuition: $27,700–$44,700/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 10 (max 15) Dammam Metropolitan Area international school · 450 students total.
- 45 nationalities top: Multicultural.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 14 school day starts at 7:45.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
450
45 (Multicultural)
10 avg / 15 max
Rolling
CIE
About Multinational School Dhahran
Multinational School Dhahran stands out as the FIRST International Inclusive School in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. MSD is a pioneer in celebrating diversity, ensuring that every student—regardless of background, ethnicity, ability, religion, or gender—feels safe, accepted, included, and has equal access to education and services. MSD strongly believes that all students working together can achieve better learning outcomes.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- 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.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $27,700 – $44,700 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ﷼ 27700-﷼ 44700 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $38,150(+5%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $39,650 |
| Cost position in Dammam Metropolitan Area | 25th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British
Cambridge Check Points , Nafis Exam , IGCSE / A Levels , Cambridge IGCSE , Map
Excellent Results, above International Standards.
Arabic , French
The Learning Support Team consists of a group of certified, highly experienced, qualified, and well-trained learning specialists, teachers, and assistants. They collaborate with parents, home/subject teachers, and community professionals to meet the students’ individual needs and to craft the first steppingstone in their brighter future.
Learning support , Yes
Yes
7:45 – 14:00
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dammam Metropolitan Area
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Multicultural
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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