American International School of Jeddah
International School in Jeddah
Quick answer
American International School of Jeddah is a American-curriculum school in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 1952, it has a 74-year track record in Jeddah.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include AP and ACT.
- Tuition (local currency) ﷼ 40250-﷼ 105110
- 65 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 8:00.
65
Rolling
1952
AP and ACT
About American International School of Jeddah
The American International School of Jeddah is a non-profit school that offers an authentic American education, designed to nurture scholars’ passion for knowledge. Formerly known as Parents Cooperative School (PCS), the school was founded in 1952 by a group of expatriate parents who saw a need for a formal American curriculum education in Jeddah. It later went on to be renamed North Campus School (NCS) in 1976, Saudi Arabian International School (Saudia – SAIS) in 1985, and finally American International School of Jeddah (AISJ) in 2004.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
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
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | Not confirmed — verify with school |
| Annual tuition (local) | ﷼ 40250-﷼ 105110 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
American
AP and ACT
SAT, ACT, and AP
unknown
Learning Support
English Language Learners
8:00 – Pre-Kindergarten: 14:30 (Tuesdays 14:00) Kindergarten: 15:00 (Tuesdays 14:30) Grades 1 – 12: 15:00 (Tuesdays 14:30)
AISJ has two cafeterias, one serving Elementary students and the other serving Middle and High School students.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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