International Schools Program in Riyadh Grows to 11

Oct 24, 2026•2 min read

The International Schools Attraction Program in Riyadh has expanded to 11 participating schools after The Aster School joined on 21 October 2026. The program is an initiative of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, carried out in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and the وزارة الاستثمار, and serves both Saudi and non-Saudi students in the capital.

With the latest addition, the program now brings together King's College, SEK International School, Aldenham School, One World International School, Downe House, Reigate Grammar School, Beech Hall School, Buckswood School, EtonHouse International School, The Wishing Tree Early Learning Centre, and The Aster School. The Aster School offers education for children from six months to 18 years of age.

Schools are chosen for the program based on a set of criteria that include institutional experience, educational quality, curriculum strength, academic accreditation, and student outcomes. The aim is to broaden the range of high-standard international education options available to families living in Riyadh.

Why it matters

For many families in the capital, the growing list of participating schools means wider choice when selecting an international education that fits their child's age and needs, from early learning through secondary level. The expansion reflects continued efforts to strengthen the education landscape in Riyadh.

Families interested in enrollment should contact each participating school directly, as applications and fee schedules are handled by the individual schools. No unified application channel, tuition figures, or admission steps have been published as part of the available program information.

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