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Abdulaziz International School Al-Wadi

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 30,000 - 40,000
Ages 3 - 15 years
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP)

Wadi Alzarqa Street, Al Wadi, Riyadh 13313, Saudi Arabia

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The Essentials

Abdulaziz International School Al-Wadi has instruction in English.

Location
AIS‑Al‑Wadi is located in the Al‑Wadi district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The campus address is Exit 6 in Al‑Wadi, and the school sits on a purpose‑built SABIS facility with modern classrooms, laboratories, and sports facilities. The area is served by Riyadh's main roads and local transport links.

Stages
The school serves Early Childhood Education (Pre‑KG – KG2), Lower School (Grades 1–5), and Middle School (Grades 6–9). There is a pathway to high school via a transfer option for older grades, aligning with SABIS‑operated progression. The school opened in 2013 to accommodate Saudi and international students in KG1–Grade 9.

Type
AIS‑Al‑Wadi is a co‑educational day school. The SABIS network operates as a non‑boarding model; from Grade 1, boys and girls are placed in separate, segregated sections in line with local regulations.

Pupil Nationality Mix
AIS‑Al‑Wadi serves both Saudi and international students, reflecting the SABIS network's multinational presence. Specific numbers or a nationality breakdown are not publicly disclosed.

Additional learning support
AIS‑Al‑Wadi provides a formal Student Support Service, including teacher‑led study groups, prefects/groups leaders, peer tutoring, power study sessions, academic competitions, and on‑demand tutoring videos. Advisory classes begin from Grade 7, and the school maintains on‑site health provisions with resident nursing staff.

Country affiliation
The school is in Saudi Arabia and operates within the SABIS network; it is described as vetted and approved under Saudi education standards.

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is stated for AIS‑Al‑Wadi.

School day structure
The typical school day runs from approximately 7:30 AM to about 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The 2025–2026 school calendar confirms a standard 180‑day academic year with terms and breaks.

Bus service
Public information on a school‑provided bus service is not published; families should contact the school to discuss transport options or private arrangements.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Abdulaziz International School Al-Wadi ranges from SAR 30,000 to SAR 40,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

- New students: Joining fee of SAR 2,000 for KG students and SAR 3,000 for students in Grades 1–9. This fee is non‑refundable unless the child is not accepted; when the child is accepted this joining fee will be deducted from the last instalment.

- Returning students: Registration deposit of SAR 4,000 payable upon announcement of re‑registration; this amount will be deducted from Term 3 fees.

Tuition fees by year group (Annual and instalments for the 2025/2026 academic year)

- Pre KG — Annual: SAR 30,000. Instalments: SAR 12,000 (1st), SAR 9,000 (2nd), SAR 9,000 (3rd).
- KG1 — Annual: SAR 32,000. Instalments: SAR 13,000 (1st), SAR 9,500 (2nd), SAR 9,500 (3rd).
- KG2 — Annual: SAR 35,000. Instalments: SAR 14,000 (1st), SAR 10,500 (2nd), SAR 10,500 (3rd).
- Grade 1 — Annual: SAR 37,000. Instalments: SAR 15,000 (1st), SAR 11,000 (2nd), SAR 11,000 (3rd).
- Grade 2 — Annual: SAR 37,000. Instalments: SAR 15,000 (1st), SAR 11,000 (2nd), SAR 11,000 (3rd).
- Grade 3 — Annual: SAR 37,000. Instalments: SAR 15,000 (1st), SAR 11,000 (2nd), SAR 11,000 (3rd).
- Grade 4 — Annual: SAR 37,500. Instalments: SAR 15,000 (1st), SAR 11,500 (2nd), SAR 11,000 (3rd).
- Grade 5 — Annual: SAR 38,000. Instalments: SAR 15,000 (1st), SAR 11,500 (2nd), SAR 11,500 (3rd).
- Grade 6 — Annual: SAR 38,000. Instalments: SAR 15,000 (1st), SAR 11,500 (2nd), SAR 11,500 (3rd).
- Grade 7 — Annual: SAR 40,000. Instalments: SAR 16,000 (1st), SAR 12,000 (2nd), SAR 12,000 (3rd).
- Grade 8 — Annual: SAR 40,000. Instalments: SAR 16,000 (1st), SAR 12,000 (2nd), SAR 12,000 (3rd).
- Grade 9 — Annual: SAR 40,000. Instalments: SAR 16,000 (1st), SAR 12,000 (2nd), SAR 12,000 (3rd).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- For new students: 1st instalment (40% of the annual fee) to be paid 15 days after approval; 2nd instalment (30%) due during the first week of November 2025; 3rd instalment (balance) due during the first week of February 2026. A student will be admitted to class only after the relevant fees for the term have been paid.

- For returning students: Registration deposit of SAR 4,000 payable when re‑registering (deducted from Term 3). 1st instalment (40% of the annual fee) to be paid before the school start date; 2nd instalment (30%) due during the first week of November 2025; 3rd instalment (balance) due during the first week of February 2026. A student will be admitted to class only after the relevant fees for the term have been paid.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are listed; the school operates as a day school for the grades shown.

Transportation (bus) fees

- Annual bus fee: SAR 8,500 (optional). Payment schedule: deposit of SAR 4,500 paid with the joining fee for new students or with the registration deposit for returning students; the remaining SAR 4,000 is to be paid with the 2nd instalment.

Other costs and inclusions

- Uniform fees are included in the tuition fees.
- Technology fees and E‑book fees are not included in the tuition fees.
- VAT is not included in the above fees.

Sibling discounts

- 10% discount on the annual tuition fee for the 2nd sibling.
- 15% discount on the annual tuition fee for the 3rd sibling.
- No discount applied to the annual tuition fee of the 4th child.

Refund information

- The joining fee for new students is non‑refundable unless the child is not accepted; when a child is not accepted the joining fee will be refunded. The joining fee for accepted students is deducted from the final instalment rather than refunded. Other refund specifics are governed by the school's fee policy as reflected in the payment and deposit terms.

Fee payment options and banking details

- All fees are to be settled at Saudi National Bank (SNB) in favor of “Elem Company for Create & Manage Education centers.” Account number: 23773821000100. IBAN: SA6110000023773821000100. A copy of the bank receipt should be sent to accounting@aisalwadi.sabis.net and must mention the parent ID number. These bank payment instructions are the stated method for fee settlement.
Academics

Abdulaziz International School Al-Wadi teaches Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 15.

Curriculum
AIS-Al-Wadi follows the SABIS Educational System for Pre-KG through Grade 9, with Early Childhood Education (Pre-KG–KG2), Lower School (Grades 1–5), and Middle School (Grades 6–9). The SABIS curriculum uses the SABIS Point System for daily learning, exams that teachers do not see in advance, and the Academic Monitoring System (AMS) to identify and close knowledge gaps. Instruction is delivered in English and Arabic, with French available as a third language. After Grade 9, students transfer to Abdulaziz International School – Al-Sulaimaniah for High School (Grades 10–12), where they can sit for Qudorat and Tahsili and may pursue IGCSE, AP, or A‑Levels. AIS-Al-Sulaimaniah's High School Diploma is accredited by Accreditation International (Ai), the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA), and the National Council for Private Schools Association (NCPSA), and is recognized by U.S. colleges and universities. In Middle School, the curriculum emphasizes mastery of English, Arabic, and mathematics, with weekly arts, acting, computing, and physical education sessions.

Student Teacher Ratio
Not publicly disclosed.

Exam Results
Public exam results for AIS-Al-Wadi are not publicly published. The school provides access to local and internationally recognized examinations via its transfer to AIS-Al-Sulaimaniah for Grade 10–12, including Qudorat, Tahsili, IGCSE, AP, and A-Levels.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates from AIS-Al-Wadi/SABIS-network schools typically gain entry to competitive universities worldwide; the SABIS network cites alumni admissions to institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Stanford. The Al-Sulaimaniah high school pathway includes U.S.-accredited diploma routes and Cambridge IGCSE/AS&A Levels, broadening progression options.

Gifted and Talented
Details on dedicated gifted and talented programs are not publicly listed. The school provides a Student Support Service via SABIS, intended to support individual student needs.
Wellbeing
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Admissions

Admissions
1. School Tour: Families are encouraged to visit AIS-Al-Wadi for a tour of the campus and to talk with admissions staff. Appointments can be made by contacting the school administration. The tour helps families learn about the campus, facilities, and programs. This step informs families about the admissions process and next steps. 2. Application and Required Documents: Applicants may apply online by filling the Application Form or apply in person at the reception to obtain the application pack. Parents must complete their child's admissions folder as defined by the Saudi Ministry of Education for registration approval and submit the required documents online or in person. Required documents include three passport-size photographs, copies of student and parent passports, birth certificate, vaccination card, and appropriate identification documents; for non-Saudi students, copies of the Iqama and sponsor's letter may be required. For transfers from another school, original school reports and attestations may be required, and the Noor System print-out may be used to validate the current grade level. 3. Admissions Decisions: Admissions decisions are made after careful evaluation of candidates. Results of diagnostic testing and previous school records are considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the ability of AIS-Al-Wadi to accommodate the needs of the candidate. 4. Enrollment: Once accepted and the required fees paid, a place for the student is reserved. There is no application deadline, and admissions are offered based on spaces available throughout the year. A joining fee is required to initiate the admissions process.
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