List of 81 Best Schools in Riyadh (2026 Fees)

Saudi Arabia’s capital and main financial hub, Riyadh has a population of 7,506,820 with an overall literacy rate of 94.7%.

Most schools in Riyadh are well managed and equipped to offer expat children high-quality education. Schools should be contacted directly for specifics regarding tuition and admission.

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Facts about schools in Riyadh:

• Primary education in Saudi Arabia lasts six years
• Children at the age of 6 are admitted in the first grade of primary education
• All national primary schools are day schools and are not co-educational
• In order to move on to intermediate education, children must pass the examination at the end of Grade 6 of primary school and obtain the Elementary Education Certificate
• Details from the UNESCO reveal that the gross enrollment ratio for boys is 99.9% and 96.3 % for girls

Below is a comprehensive list of all the best schools in Riyadh you can find near you. Discover detailed information about the schools in Riyadh with tuition fees, ratings, videos, photos, location details and parent reviews. Using the admission form on the listings, you can email queries directly to the school.

Edarabia showcases all private schools in Riyadh through which parents can filter by tuition fees, curriculum, rankings & ratings. There are many public, private and charter schools near you that cater to both expat and local students.

Depending on the level of education; kindergartens (pre-schools), primary, secondary and high schools will all have varying tuition fees. Most K-12 schools offer different curriculums and extra-curricular activities to support the intellectual and physical wellbeing of students. Admissions for the top international schools in Riyadh tend to have waiting lists so it is recommended that parents apply well in advance to secure a spot for their children. Additionally, each school has ratings based on parent reviews and are ranked below accordingly.

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