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The five schools Jeddah parents researched most this year, chosen from the 37 international schools in the city. Ranked by how many families opened each school’s profile and spent time reading it between July 2025 and June 2026, then the full picture on curricula, class sizes and fees.
The 2026 ranking
Ranked purely by parent interest — the number of families who opened each school’s profile and spent time reading it between July 2025 and June 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.
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 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.
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.
What’s on offer
The mix of programmes and teaching languages across all 37 schools. Many offer more than one curriculum, so totals run higher than the school count.
Number of schools teaching each curriculum.
Number of schools teaching in each language.
Size & classes
School size and class size shape day-to-day experience as much as curriculum does.
Schools grouped by total enrolment.
Average school size is 1,266 students · based on the 28 schools that report enrolment.
Schools grouped by typical class size.
Average class size is 18.5 students · based on the 17 schools that report it.
What it costs
Fees shown are one year for a 12-year-old (or the closest age available), excluding one-time enrolment costs.
Across the 23 schools that publish a price for a 12-year-old. All figures in SAR.
How many schools sit in each annual-fee range.
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