Best International Schools and Bilingual Schools in Jeddah
Summary: If you're moving to Jeddah with kids, choosing a school if often your first decisions and impacts where you'll live. Here are some popular bilingual and international schools in Jeddah
Jeddah, is a bustling city that has become a hub for expatriates and digital nomads from around the world. Catering to the diverse community, Jeddah offers a variety of international and bilingual schools, providing high-quality education for expat children. Among the most popular ones are the British International School of Jeddah and the American International School of Jeddah, both known for their rigorous curricula and multicultural environments. Here is a list of recommended schools within a short drive from Jeddah:
British International School of Jeddah (BISJ)
Grades: Kindergarten to Year 13
Location(s): Al Zahra District, Jeddah
Website: www.bisj.com
The British International School of Jeddah offers a British-style education and follows the English National Curriculum leading to IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). With state-of-the-art facilities, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a diverse student body, BISJ provides a well-rounded education for expat children.
American International School of Jeddah (AISJ)
Grades: Pre-K to Grade 12
Location(s): Al Zahra District, Jeddah
Website: www.aisj.edu.sa
AISJ offers an American curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) courses for high school students. The school boasts excellent facilities, including sports fields and technology labs, and promotes a diverse extracurricular program to support students' holistic development.
Continental School of Jeddah
Grades: Pre-K to Grade 12
Location(s): Al-Rawdah District, Jeddah
Website: www.continentalschool.com
Continental School of Jeddah provides an international education with a strong emphasis on character development. The school follows an American curriculum and offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service programs.
Jeddah Prep and Grammar School
Grades: Foundation Stage to A-Levels
Location(s): Al Salamah District, Jeddah
Website: www.jpgs.org
This school offers a British curriculum and is known for its high academic standards and strong focus on extracurricular activities. Jeddah Prep and Grammar School provides a nurturing environment with a commitment to fostering leadership and creativity among its students.
Deutsche Internationale Schule Jeddah (DISJ)
Grades: Kindergarten to Grade 12
Location(s): Al-Naeem District, Jeddah
Website: www.disj.org
DISJ offers a German curriculum and is accredited by the Central Agency for German Schools Abroad. It provides a bilingual education in German and English, with a focus on intercultural learning and global citizenship.
École Française Internationale de Djeddah (EFID)
Grades: Maternelle (Preschool) to Terminale (Grade 12)
Location(s): Al-Naeem District, Jeddah
Website: www.efid.com
EFID follows the French National Education curriculum and is part of the AEFE network of French schools abroad. The school offers a comprehensive French education with additional language support in Arabic and English.
Al Waha International School
Grades: Kindergarten to Grade 12
Location(s): Al-Zahra District, Jeddah
Website: www.alwahaschools.net
Al Waha International School provides an American curriculum with an emphasis on Islamic values. The school is equipped with modern facilities and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and technology clubs.
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