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Co-ed National Secondary Schools in Saudi Arabia
These schools pair the moderate fees of a national (Ahli) school following the Saudi curriculum with a mixed-gender learning environment at the secondary stage, a relatively limited option in Saudi Arabia for families who prefer co-education alongside an accredited General Secondary Certificate. The focus is on preparing students for the Qudurat and Tahsili exams ahead of university admission.
How to choose the right school
First confirm each school's stance on co-education at high school and its Ministry of Education accreditation, as policies vary from one school to another. Compare fees, university acceptance rates, and activities before deciding.
Frequently asked questions
Is co-education available at the secondary stage in national schools?
Co-education is less common at the secondary stage than in earlier years, but some national schools offer it under specific rules, so it is best to confirm each school's policy directly.How does a national school differ from an international one at high school?
A national school follows the Ministry of Education's Saudi curriculum and awards the General Secondary Certificate directly, while an international school follows a foreign curriculum that may later require equivalency.