King Faisal International Schools

Dedicated Teaching Staff

King Faisal Schools students enjoy the highest academic standards thanks to a teaching staff composed of the most qualified and trained teachers from around the world. They hold high certificates in various specializations and continuously participate in training programs and workshops held both on and off campus, in order to keep pace with the times and provide the best level of education for students.

University Guidance

King Faisal Schools is keen on providing its students with knowledge that helps them guide their path after graduation. For this purpose, the schools established the Counseling and Admission Unit that provides students with books and study materials about careers, allows them to consult an academic advisor regarding setting goals and overcoming obstacles, and organizes educational summer programs.

International Standards

King Faisal Schools students have multiple opportunities to connect with international cultures and exchange information. The schools have been visited by various delegations from Europe, the United States, the Middle East, and the Far East. King Faisal Schools students have participated in many recreational camps held in European and American countries. Additionally, the schools offer summer reinforcement courses in the International Baccalaureate program, based at Oxford and Cambridge universities for second and third-year secondary students in collaboration with Oxford Study Enterprise since 1429 AH/2008 CE.

Community Responsibility

King Faisal Schools continuously seeks to encourage its students to participate in their communities. Therefore, according to the International Baccalaureate program standards, the schools established the Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) program, which grants its certificate independently. The program's goal is to encourage students to showcase their creative skills, participate in sports, and engage in community service activities. Community service is considered a key component in the Middle Years Programme of the International Baccalaureate.

Active Learning Environment

King Faisal Schools works on developing its students both academically and physically throughout their learning period. From this perspective, it provides them opportunities to participate in various sports activities, in addition to summer programs, races, and events that serve as short breaks from their busy academic schedule while allowing them to maintain their activity and vitality. The schools also organize sports competitions and are an active member of the sports group for international schools in the Riyadh region.

First Schools in the Kingdom

- That kept pace with international excellence as Saudi national private schools.

- That was photographed by NASA from space.

- That participates in the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Translation Competition.

- That implements the full-day system to complete curricular and extracurricular activities.

- That activates volunteer work concepts by allocating a weekly period for this purpose at all levels.

United States of America

- 1422H/2002: Participation in a summer camp with Brown University.

- 1424H/2004: Educational delegation visit from King Faisal Schools, headed by the Secretary-General of King Faisal Charitable Foundation, to various schools in Boston, New York, and Princeton.

- 1424H/2004: Educational delegation visit from King Faisal Schools to prestigious international universities in Switzerland and the United States.

- 1437H/2016: 8 students from King Faisal Schools participated in Harvard University's Summer Leadership Skills Development Program with full scholarships from Misk Foundation.

United Kingdom

- 1424H/2004: Participation in a summer camp with the American School in England.

- 1429H/2008: Participation in the second summer recreational program to Italy, France, Morocco, Spain, and Britain.

- 1431H/2010: Participation in the third summer recreational program to Italy, Switzerland, and Britain.

- 1439H/2018: Educational trip to London to visit universities and museums.

Korea

- 1430H/2009: King Faisal Schools' participation in the International Robot Competition.

Lebanon

- 1425H/2005: Participation in a UN-sponsored workshop titled "Approaching Knowledge in the Twenty-First Century."

Germany

- 1433H/2012: Participation in the First Saudi-German Youth Forum on Renewable Energy in Hamburg and Berlin.

Saudi Arabia

- 1433H/2012: Participation in the International Education Exhibition and Forum organized by the Ministry of Education.

- 1433H/2012: Participation in the National Olympics.

- 1433H/2012: Visit of 3 astronauts (Randolph Bresnik, Scott Kelly, and Daniel Brandenstein) to King Faisal Schools during their visit to the Kingdom for the Saudi International Conference for Space and Aviation Technology.

- 1437H/2016: Hosting the British Universities Exhibition in collaboration with the British Cultural Centre to inform students about admission requirements and IB student acceptance policies.

France

- 1429H/2008: Participation in the second summer recreational program to Italy, France, Morocco, Spain, and Britain.

- 1439H/2018: Participation in the third summer recreational program to Italy, Switzerland, and France.

Switzerland

- 1424H/2004: Educational delegation visit from King Faisal Schools to prestigious international universities in Switzerland and the United States.

- 1426H/2006: Participation in an educational program at the American School in Leysin.

- 1426H/2006: King Faisal Schools students' participation in a summer camp in collaboration with the World Muslim Scout Federation.

- 1431H/2010: Participation in the third summer recreational program to Italy, Switzerland, and Britain.

- 1439H/2018: Educational trip to Switzerland to implement a comprehensive training program on skiing in collaboration with the CAS program.

- 1439H/2018: Participation in the third summer recreational program to Italy, Switzerland, and France.

Italy

- 1429H/2008: Participation in the second summer recreational program to Italy, France, Morocco, Spain, and Britain.

- 1431H/2010: Participation in the third summer recreational program to Italy, Switzerland, and Britain.

- 1437H/2016: School delegation participation in the Model United Nations Conference in Geneva.

- 1439H/2018: Participation in the third summer recreational program to Italy, Switzerland, and France.

Morocco

- 1429H/2008: Participation in the second summer recreational program to Italy, France, Morocco, Spain, and Britain.

Spain

- 1429H/2008: Participation in the second summer recreational program to Italy, France, Morocco, Spain, and Britain.

United Arab Emirates

- 1435H/2014: School delegation participation in the Model United Nations Conference in Abu Dhabi.

- 1439H/2018: Participation in the annual "Model United Nations Simulation" conference at the American University in Dubai.

Taiwan

- 1436H/2015: School delegation participation in the Model United Nations Conference

Greece

- 1436H/2015: School delegation participation in the Model United Nations Conference in Thessaloniki.

Arctic

- 1425H/2005: Participation in the Arctic Ocean Challenge expedition.

1. Application through OpenApply:

Parents must submit an application through this program, where all applications are added to a waiting list. Applicants are contacted when a seat becomes available, and then they are asked to submit a formal application. The school reserves the right to accept or reject any application.

2. Parents' invitation for formal in-person application:

The Admissions and Registration Department contacts parents to help them complete the application form and submit required documents, such as national ID cards, birth certificates, and family passports, through OpenApply.

3. Student interview and/or admission test:

Admission depends on seat availability in the requested grade level. The Admissions and Registration Department then contacts applicants to inform them of requirements such as interviews or admission tests.

4. Application completion:

After completing the application, the school's administration team reviews the application form and provides appropriate recommendations.

5. Tuition payment:

Students are not officially registered until all fees are paid and required documents are submitted, including tuition fees for at least one semester.

For more information, it is recommended to contact the Admissions and Registration Department at King Faisal Schools.

The school offers several payment options:

* STC Pay (902)

* Mada/Debit card

* Bank transfer

* Full Day Program

Completion of Ministry of Education curriculum, extracurricular activities, and study hours, and related activities.

* E-learning

Integration of technology in education.

* University Preparation Program (UPP)

Developing students' English language and research skills in preparation for university entrance.

* Thinking Skills Development

Providing new teaching strategies based on thinking.

* International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

King Faisal Schools adopted one of the most important global programs, the International Baccalaureate, which provides a distinctive educational philosophy.

* Hour of Code

Proving that anyone can contribute to building future technologies, not just using them.

* University Admission Coordinators Association

Allowing members to discuss latest updates regarding student admission to local and international universities.

* ManageBac Program

For communication between teachers, students, and parents.

* American Diploma Program (AD)

Providing an alternative program for high school students who failed to join the International Baccalaureate program.

* Saturday Study Program

A reinforcement program for students facing difficulties in certain subjects, and preparing third-year secondary students for standardized university admission tests.

No, there are separate schools for boys and others for girls.

You can view complete details of tuition fees through the school's page on the platform mdares.ai.

* Year 1440H/2019

• Opening of girls' schools from first to third grade.

• Organizing G20 ceremony with participation of first and third-grade female students.

* Year 1441H/2020

• Opening of fourth, fifth, and sixth grades in girls' schools.

• Launch of virtual programs supporting the schools' distance learning plan: "SeeSaw," "Zoom," and "Google Classroom."

• School students achieved a 92% success rate in International Baccalaureate, compared to a 78% international average.

* Year 1443H/2021

• Opening of middle school grades (MYP) seventh, eighth, and ninth in girls' schools.

The schools offer activities within their diverse programs to develop students' skills in multiple areas. The artistic and recreational activities offered by the school include:

Artistic Activities

• Organizing art workshops to develop students' skills in drawing and fine arts.

• Hosting art exhibitions to showcase students' work and encourage artistic creativity.

• Activities related to music and playing musical instruments.

Recreational Activities

• Organizing sports events and recreational competitions within the school to promote team spirit.

• Hosting musical concerts and school festivals with student participation to provide an enjoyable recreational environment.

• Offering cultural recreational programs to enhance interaction between students in a fun atmosphere.

Sports Workshops

• The school hosts workshops in collaboration with various sports federations, such as the Saudi Rugby Federation, to introduce students to sports fundamentals.

World Arabic Language Day

• The school organizes various student activities to celebrate the beauty of Arabic language and culture.

King Faisal Schools follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, a global educational program aimed at developing students' skills in various academic and personal areas. The curriculum includes three main programs:

1. Primary Years Programme (PYP): Focuses on comprehensive child education, aiming to develop critical and creative thinking skills, along with promoting human values.

2. Middle Years Programme (MYP): Aims to develop students' academic and personal skills through interdisciplinary education, encouraging students to think independently and realistically.

3. Diploma Programme (DP): Involves preparing students for university through advanced subjects, plus focusing on developing personal knowledge through Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).

The school also offers the University Preparation Program (UPP) in collaboration with Brown University, focusing on developing English language and research skills in preparation for university studies.

The schools are located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

King Faisal Schools provides school transportation services for its students, offering comfortable and safe transportation to ensure students' easy commute to and from school.

* King Faisal Secondary School has extensive sports facilities including a full-size football field and two 25-meter swimming pools.

* Multiple display spaces for children to showcase their work and STEAM rooms to integrate STEAM into lessons throughout the school.

* Classrooms are equipped with interactive flat panels, ensuring flexible and innovative use of space.

Students have won numerous local and international awards, including:

* Bronze medal in Bebras Competition 2023

* Silver and Bronze medals in the Arab Aquatics Championship

* Bronze medal at the Kingdom level in the Winter Meet

* Third place in the Gulf Golf Championship in Oman

* Gold medal in the Kingdom Open Championship in Thai Boxing

* Second and Third place in the CSIJ-A International Championship

* Distinguished Display Award in Science, Technology Engineering, and Mathematics

* Bronze medal in the National Programming and AI Olympiad

King Faisal Schools ensures student safety through various procedures and policies aimed at providing a safe and healthy environment. Some of these measures include:

Security Measures

• Using surveillance cameras throughout the school to monitor activities and ensure everyone's safety.

• Security guards at school entrances and exits to monitor student movement.

Emergency and Evacuation

• Implementing emergency and evacuation plans for fires or natural disasters, with training for students and teachers on how to respond.

Health and Care

• Providing an equipped school clinic for emergency cases and necessary medical care.

• Monitoring students' general health through regular medical check-ups and preventive advice.

Transportation Procedures

• Providing safe school transportation, with monitoring of student safety during transport.

Sports Activities

• Ensuring careful supervision during sports activities to guarantee student safety during exercise.