What are the schools in Saudi Arabia like?

"The International Schools Group (ISG) is one of the leading international schools in Saudi Arabia. It provides high quality education to students from Pre-Kindergarten through secondary school in an international setting. It has five schools in different locations around the country, each offering a different curriculum, including the International Baccalaureate Programme, the US Common Core State Standards, and a programme of Arabic and Islamic Studies. ISG also has an online virtual school and a range of after school activities, as well as strong partnerships with local universities for further studies. The British International School Riyadh is another top international school in Saudi Arabia. The school offers an innovative and exciting British curriculum that has been adapted to meet the needs of the local context. The school has a strong focus on extracurricular activities, and provides students with extensive facilities, including beautiful outdoor spaces and a theatre. There is also an extensive Islamic Studies programme which is tailored to the needs of the local students. Brighton College Al Ain is a bilingual school in Saudi Arabia, offering a bilingual education in both English and Arabic. The school also has a holistic approach to education, promoting equal learning outcomes across different disciplines. Students are also encouraged to develop strong leadership and team-working skills, as well as exploration and creativity. There is a strong emphasis on extra-curricular activities, and the school offers sports, music, drama, art and a range of field trips," said one parent with children at in .

"I would certainly advise anyone considering to enrol their child in this school. The staff is genuinely caring and attentive to student needs. The school also has a very modern and up to date pedagogy in terms of what is known as best practice amongst educators. Students are held to a very high standard in terms of work ethic, social development, and academic performance," commented one expat when asked about The American International School of Jeddah in Jeddah.