American International School Yanbu
International School in Yanbu
Quick answer
American International School Yanbu (AISY) is an authentic American international school in Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast industrial city, serving students aged 3 to 14 from 10 nationalities. The school delivers a US standards-based curriculum supporting Aramco, Petromin and other industrial-corridor expat families. Accredited by CIS and MSA-CESS. Tuition $22,425-$37,260 per year. Premium-tier positioning reflects the corporate-expat-family focus and limited supply in Yanbu.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at American International School Yanbu.
- Tuition: $22,425–$37,260/yr published annual range.
- 10 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 14 school day starts at 8:00am.
- Accreditations: CIS, MSA-CESS verified.
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About American International School Yanbu
The American International School of Yanbu – where curiosity grows, creativity thrives, and every child belongs. AISY continues the tradition of providing a scholar-centered environment that nurtures academic and personal growth.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $22,425 – $37,260 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ﷼ 22425-﷼ 37260 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $31,493(+6%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $32,993 |
| Cost position in Yanbu | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
American
Arabic
8:00am – 3:00pm
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Fee Position in Yanbu
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Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
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