British International School Jeddah
International School in Jeddah
Quick answer
British International School Jeddah is a multi-track international school in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, offering IB, British. The school enrols around 1,340 students from 60 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma and BTEC.
- Tuition (local currency) ﷼ 43240-﷼ 101430
- 60 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 8:00 Tuesday: 8:25.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, COBIS plus 2 more.
1,340
60
Rolling
IBO, CIS, COBIS, NEASC, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma and BTEC
About British International School Jeddah
The British International School of Jeddah is an outstanding international school with a global vision. BiSJ's innovative teaching and robust curriculum have been preparing students for the global stage for nearly 50 years.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | ﷼ 43240-﷼ 101430 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
IB, British
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma and BTEC
IB Diploma IGCSE, A Levels, BTEC
French, Spanish, Arabic
unknown
Learning Support department
EAL (English as an Additional Language) support
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 8:00 Tuesday: 8:25 – Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 15:10 Tuesday: 15:40
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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