Ranked purely by parent interest — the number of families who opened each school’s profile and spent time reading it between September 2025 and August 2026.
Pakistan International School Jeddah – English Section (PISJ-ES) offers a Cambridge-based education from early years through senior school. The Cambridge Early Years programme serves ages 3–6, followed by Junior, Middle, and Senior Schools with Cambridge IGCSE and O Levels and A Levels pathways. The English medium instruction and Cambridge curriculum are supported by purpose-built facilities: spacious, well-lit classrooms, dedicated science laboratories, computer labs, and age-appropriate library spaces. The school operates a large auditorium that can accommodate up to 1,000 guests, as well as a well-equipped cafeteria and a health clinic on site. Transportation is available for families opting to use school buses. The school supports Urdu and Quran in the Early Years, alongside English instruction, and offers diverse co-curricular opportunities including Drama Club, Science Club, and Literary Club. Notable achievements include Cambridge Learner Awards and IGCSE/A Level results. The campus is located in the Al Rehab district of Jeddah, and thriving.
Annual fees
SAR 10,350 – 23,000
Ages
3 to 18 years
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
The International Indian School Jeddah (IISJ) is a CBSE-affiliated, English‑medium school serving Kindergarten through Senior Secondary (Class XII). The school operates two campuses in Jeddah: the Boys Section in the Al‑Rehab district and the Girls Section in Al‑Aziziyah, with the postal address P.O. Box 14861, Jeddah 21434. Founded in 1969, IISJ has a long‑standing presence in the Indian community and publishes CBSE results. The curriculum follows CBSE standards for Class X and XII, with English as the medium of instruction and Hindi plus third languages (Urdu, Arabic, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada) taught as a subject. Facilities include laboratories for Biology, Chemistry, and Computer Science, libraries for junior and senior students, an auditorium, and playgrounds. IISJ participates in national Olympiads and hosts club activities, reflecting a strong emphasis on academics and co‑curricular development.
Zahrat Al-Sahraa International School (ZSIS) is a long-established K–12 day school in Jeddah, founded in 1988. It offers an internationally benchmarked American curriculum leading to an American High School Diploma and is accredited by Cognia. English is the medium of instruction, with French taught as a language (mandatory until grade 6). The school operates on two campuses: the Main Campus on Hassan Basalma Street and a Kindergarten Campus on Mansourah Street, both in central Jeddah. ZSIS serves around 1,700 students, with an average class size of about 24 and a student–teacher ratio of 1:9. The curriculum centers on core subjects (English, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies, Arts) plus Foreign Languages, with external evaluations (SAT, AP, ACT) used as needed for university preparation. The school emphasizes a diverse, global community and a strong faculty, many of whom hold bachelor degrees or higher.
The International Philippine School in Jeddah (IPSJ) is a historic institution serving the Filipino expatriate community in Saudi Arabia for over four decades. Established to provide continuity of education for Filipino nationals, the school follows the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (K-12) curriculum of the Philippines, ensuring seamless reintegration for students returning home. The campus in the Mishrifah District features dedicated facilities for its distinctive programs, including science laboratories for STEM-focused learning and creative spaces for its vibrant performing arts clubs, such as dance and drama. IPSJ is particularly noted for its strong emphasis on cultural preservation and community values, maintaining a bilingual environment where both English and Filipino are central to daily instruction. As the first Philippine international school founded by the Department of Foreign Affairs, it stands as a central pillar for academic and cultural connection in Jeddah.
New Al Wurood International School provides an Indian curriculum education affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi. Located in Jeddah, the school operates distinct campuses for boys and girls, catering to students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The academic program integrates specialized initiatives such as the Robotics Learning System (RLS) to build technical skills and the "Edumedia" film-based curriculum, which uses cinema to teach life skills and values in Grades 1 to 8. Students engage in the "Understanding the Quran" program, utilizing modern linguistic methodologies. Extracurricular options include the Gavel Club for public speaking, Scouts and Guides, and various sports coaching. The school also employs the "DigiClass" digital learning solution to support classroom instruction with multimedia resources.
Jeddah Ahdab International School is an Indian curriculum school located in the Mishrifah district of Jeddah, established in 2007. Catering to students from Play School through Grade 9, the school follows the syllabus of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi. The campus features separate academic blocks for boys and girls, accommodating a student body of over 1,000 pupils. The curriculum places a distinct emphasis on language acquisition, offering subjects such as Arabic, Hindi, Urdu, and Malayalam alongside the core English medium instruction. Uniquely, the school integrates moral and social value education through its Madrassa program, which includes Kerala state-based exams for specific grades. Facilities include science and computer laboratories, a library, and dedicated spaces for art and physical training. The school also provides transportation services and a canteen for students.
