The KAUST School
International School in Thuwal
Quick answer
The KAUST School is a multi-track international school in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, offering IB, American. The school enrols around 1,735 students from 73 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and US Diploma.
- Tuition (local currency) ﷼ 60400-﷼ 91500
- 73 nationalities top: 24% Saudi, 11% USA, 10% India.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
1,735
73 (24% Saudi, 11% USA, 10% India, 6% UK, 5% Canada)
Rolling
IBO
IB Diploma and US Diploma
About The KAUST School
The KAUST School is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate PYP, MYP, and IB Diploma, in addition to the American High School Diploma.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | Not confirmed — verify with school |
| Annual tuition (local) | ﷼ 60400-﷼ 91500 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
IB, American
IB Diploma and US Diploma
IB Diploma American High School Diploma
Arabic, Spanish, French
For students requiring support, TKS offers Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy.
Learning Support
English Language Learning
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
School Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: 24% Saudi, 11% USA, 10% India, 6% UK, 5% Canada
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