How many French schools are there in Riyadh?

Riyadh has a small, focused set of schools following the French curriculum. Browse the up-to-date list with counts and locations on this filter page.

Do French schools in Riyadh award the French Baccalauréat?

Most accredited French schools follow the French Ministry of National Education system and prepare students for the internationally recognized Brevet and Baccalauréat examinations.

Is Arabic taught at French schools in Riyadh?

Yes. Arabic, Islamic studies, and social studies are taught alongside the French curriculum to meet the Kingdom's education requirements.

French Schools in Riyadh

Francophone expat families and parents planning a future move to France or Canada often look for schools that follow the French curriculum in Riyadh. These campuses tend to cluster near the embassy quarter and diplomatic compounds in Saudi Arabia, offering bilingual instruction that blends French and Arabic.

What the French curriculum offers

The French curriculum follows the French Ministry of National Education system from Maternelle through the lycée years, culminating in the Baccalauréat that is recognized by universities across Europe and worldwide. Use the filters to compare schools by location, stage, and fees.

Frequently asked questions

How many French schools are there in Riyadh?
Riyadh has a small, focused set of schools following the French curriculum. Browse the up-to-date list with counts and locations on this filter page.
Do French schools in Riyadh award the French Baccalauréat?
Most accredited French schools follow the French Ministry of National Education system and prepare students for the internationally recognized Brevet and Baccalauréat examinations.
Is Arabic taught at French schools in Riyadh?
Yes. Arabic, Islamic studies, and social studies are taught alongside the French curriculum to meet the Kingdom's education requirements.