Al Sahafa International School
International School in Riyadh
Quick answer
Al Sahafa International School offers a multi-track IB and American programme. Well-suited to premium-budget and internationally mobile families. Tuition of $32,000–$39,000/year is in line with Riyadh averages. Graduates leave with AP and ACT.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include AP and ACT.
- Tuition: $32,000–$39,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 7:30.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
Rolling
IBO
AP and ACT
About Al Sahafa International School
Al Sahafa International School is officially authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme. The MYP offers students a broad and balanced education that encourages them to think critically, explore ideas through inquiry, and make meaningful connections between their learning and the world around them. It supports both academic growth and personal development, helping students become responsible, reflective, and internationally minded individuals.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
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.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $32,000 – $39,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ﷼ 32000-﷼ 39000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $40,050(+13%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $41,550 |
| Cost position in Riyadh | 57th percentile(above average) |
IB, American
AP and ACT
SAT, ACT, AP
7:30
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