Qimam El-Hayat International School is a American Curriculum school in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2005. Annual tuition ranges from $3,467 to $4,668 USD.
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About
Qimam El-Hayat International School is a Cognia-accredited private international day school in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, offering a bilingual English-Arabic education from Kindergarten through Grade 12 using an American curriculum aligned with Common Core and NGSS standards. Founded in 2005, the school operates separate Boys and Girls sections and integrates Islamic values through Quran memorisation and Islamic studies alongside a structured university preparation pathway including SAT, PSAT, and ACT programmes. Technology-enabled learning, a PSHE wellbeing programme, and enrichment activities including clubs, field trips, and leadership roles round out the student experience.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Bilingual English-Arabic education from pre-kindergarten using a high-quality American curriculum aligned with CCSS and NGSS. Cognia-accredited with strong technology integration including interactive whiteboards, tablets, and an LMS. Integrates Islamic values through Quran memorisation and Islamic studies. Offers structured university preparation pathways including SAT, PSAT, and ACT programmes. Operates separate Girls and Boys sections within the same academic framework.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| KG1 | SAR 3,467~$ 925 |
| KG2-KG3 | SAR 3,467~$ 925 |
| Grade 10 | SAR 4,401~$ 1,174 |
| Grades 1-6 | SAR 3,867~$ 1,031 |
| Grades 7-9 | SAR 4,134~$ 1,102 |
| Grades 11-12 | SAR 4,668~$ 1,245 |
| KG3 Condensed | SAR 4,001~$ 1,067 |
| Grade 1 Beginners | SAR 4,401~$ 1,174 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: SAR 13,000 - 17,500. Application fee: $533.
Admissions Process
- 1Families complete an online registration and receive a registration reference number. They may then be contacted about admission tests and a guardian interview. If accepted, the process concludes with contract signing. A non-refundable SAR 2,000 seat-reservation fee is charged at registration.
School Day
The school runs Saturday to Thursday. There is a morning session from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and an evening session from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Student Life
A uniform is required for all students. A Physical Education (PE) uniform is required on PE days.
The school has a canteen with a well-developed facility. Specific menu options or dietary accommodations are not publicly stated.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is addressed within the PSHE (Personal, Health, Social, and Economic Education) program, which includes a Mental and Physical Health module. PSHE uses group discussions, interactive activities, and research projects to support students' holistic development and empower them to maintain mental and physical health.
The school adheres to a Code of Ethics from the Saudi Ministry of Education. General safety and behaviour policies apply across classrooms and transportation. The campus provides School Clinics, First Aid, and Health Care facilities. Publicly disclosed safeguarding-specific procedures beyond these are not listed.
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School Background
The school is governed by a School Board. Board members include Rouland Mardini (Executive Manager), Reda Ismail (Boys Section Manager), Sherif Ghanim (Academic Director), and Enas Hamdy (Girls Section Manager). Ownership transferred to Manhattan Capital Company in 2016–2017. Ownership details beyond this are not publicly disclosed.
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