National Schools in Saudi Arabia

This page pulls every national school across Saudi Arabia into one filterable listing, so you can shortlist Ministry-aligned schools without hopping between separate searches. National schools follow the Saudi curriculum approved by the Ministry of Education, with Arabic, Islamic studies and the national identity at the centre of learning — which makes them the most widely chosen option for families who want a solid Arabic-language education with fees and locations to suit most budgets. Instead of guessing, filter the list below by city, stage and gender and compare the candidates side by side.

What this listing offers

The listing surfaces national schools available across the cities of Saudi Arabia and lets you narrow the results step by step. Filter by primary stage, middle stage or high school, and switch between girls' schools and boys' schools. Each school card shows the location, estimated fees, the stages it covers, the curriculum and a direct way to get in touch — so you can move from browsing to a shortlist in a few clicks.

Where national schools are most available

National schools cluster in the largest cities, where population density and demand for seats are highest. Start with the cities that carry the most options:

• national schools in Riyadh
• national schools in Jeddah
• national schools in Dammam
• national schools in Makkah
• national schools in Madinah

You'll also find national schools in cities such as Al Khobar, Al Ahsa and Al Qassim — pick your city to see its up-to-date list.

How to choose within this slice

Once you've set your city, narrow by what your child actually needs. Fix the stage first, then choose girls' or boys' schools, and check each school's location against your home and your daily commute. Remember that national schools can differ a lot in activities, facilities and English-enrichment programmes even though they share the same Saudi curriculum — so read each profile before you commit to a visit.

What to compare

Before you book a visit, weigh the shortlisted schools on annual fees and exactly what those fees include, the stages on offer, class sizes, and facilities like labs, sports areas and transport. Check parent reviews where they're available. If you're still weighing school types, it's worth glancing at international schools or kindergartens alongside this slice.

Go deeper on national schools

For how the Saudi curriculum is structured, how admissions work and how the school types really differ, read the national schools guide — then come back to this listing to filter national schools in your city and pick the best fit for your child.