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Sri Lankan International School Riyadh

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SAR 8,100 - 8,790
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 800
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Sri Lankan Curriculum
Typical class size 22

Abi 5134 Abu Bakr Al Basri, Siyah, 7161, Riyadh 12774, Saudi Arabia.

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The Essentials

Sri Lankan International School Riyadh has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
Located in Riyadh's Al Malaz district on Jarir Street near the Riyadh Zoological Gardens. The campus comprises multiple buildings with a Primary Section and separate Boys Wing and Girls Wing facilities. The postal address is P.O. Box 27849, Riyadh 11427.

Stages
SLISR serves Toddlers (18 months) through High School (Grade 12). Preschool and Lower School follow the National Curriculum of England and the International Primary Curriculum, Middle School follows the National Curriculum of England, and High School offers Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and the International AS/ALevel program.

Type
Independent, non-profit, community day school. The campus includes separate Boys Wing and Girls Wing facilities and a Primary Section; boarding facilities are not listed.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has more than 800 students, with about 80% Sri Lankan nationals and the remainder from a diverse international mix including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Jordan, Kenya, Eritrea, and Sudan.

Additional learning support
English language support is provided for students; admission assesses language ability, with stricter English proficiency requirements in Middle and High School, and extra support is available to address learning gaps as needed.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is listed; the curriculum blends British Edexcel elements with Sri Lankan curriculum components.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated in official materials.

School day structure
The school day runs from 6:40 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with an early drop-off available from 6:00 a.m.

Bus service
There is no explicit information about a school bus service in the official materials; transport arrangements should be confirmed directly with the school.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Sri Lankan International School Riyadh ranges from SAR 8,100 to SAR 8,790 for 2026/27.

Admission / Application fees (one‑time)
- Sri Lankan students: First child SAR 1,200; Second child SAR 1,000; Third child SAR 800; Fourth child: free.
- Non‑Sri Lankan students: SAR 2,500 per child (applies to first child and subsequent children as listed).

Tuition fees (per term) and annual totals (3 terms per academic year)
- Sri Lankan students (per term):
- PS to Grade 2: Gross SAR 1,820 per term — Annual total SAR 5,460 (1,820 × 3).
- Grade 3 to Grade 7: Gross SAR 1,950 per term — Annual total SAR 5,850 (1,950 × 3).
- Grade 8 to Grade 12: Gross SAR 2,080 per term — Annual total SAR 6,240 (2,080 × 3).
- Sri Lankan students — sibling discounts (per term and implied annual):
- First child: 0% — use gross rates above.
- Second child: 5% discount (per term): PS–Gr2 SAR 1,729; Gr3–Gr7 SAR 1,853.50; Gr8–Gr12 SAR 1,976. Annual amounts are each term ×3.
- Third child: 10% discount (per term): PS–Gr2 SAR 1,638; Gr3–Gr7 SAR 1,755; Gr8–Gr12 SAR 1,872. Annual amounts are each term ×3.
- Fourth child and fifth onwards: 15% discount (per term): PS–Gr2 SAR 1,547; Gr3–Gr7 SAR 1,658; Gr8–Gr12 SAR 1,768. Annual amounts are each term ×3.

- Non‑Sri Lankan students (per term):
- PS to Grade 2: Gross SAR 2,700 per term — Annual total SAR 8,100 (2,700 × 3).
- Grade 3 to Grade 7: Gross SAR 2,800 per term — Annual total SAR 8,400 (2,800 × 3).
- Grade 8 to Grade 12: Gross SAR 2,930 per term — Annual total SAR 8,790 (2,930 × 3).
- Non‑Sri Lankan students — sibling discounts (per term and implied annual):
- First child: 0% — use gross rates above.
- Second child: 5% discount (per term): PS–Gr2 SAR 2,565; Gr3–Gr7 SAR 2,660; Gr8–Gr12 SAR 2,784. Annual amounts are each term ×3.
- Third child: 10% discount (per term): PS–Gr2 SAR 2,430; Gr3–Gr7 SAR 2,520; Gr8–Gr12 SAR 2,637. Annual amounts are each term ×3.
- Fourth child and fifth onwards: 15% discount (per term): PS–Gr2 SAR 2,295; Gr3–Gr7 SAR 2,380; Gr8–Gr12 SAR 2,491. Annual amounts are each term ×3.

Refundable deposit
- Refundable deposit (per parent / per enrolment): Sri Lankan students (first child) SAR 1,000; Non‑Sri Lankan students (first child) SAR 2,000. These deposits are identified as refundable.

Annual / recurring school charges and other scheduled costs
- PTA fee: SAR 50 (charged only for the first child).
- Mograsys (school administration / online system) charge: SAR 60 per child (annual).
- Transportation (bus) fee: SAR 360 per month.

External examination and assessment fees (Pearson Edexcel)
- Examination application processing fee: SAR 100.
- IGCSE subject fees (examples shown as total per subject): typical IGCSE subject charges listed are SAR 450 per subject for many subjects; certain language subjects (Arabic, Tamil, Sinhala, English Literature) are listed at SAR 475 per subject. Specific subject prices vary; refer to the subject list when selecting exams.
- IAL / IAS (A‑level / Advanced Subsidiary) unit fees are listed per unit; examples include Accounting SAR 630 per unit and Mathematics SAR 350 per unit; other subjects have their own per‑unit charges.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed on a three‑term academic schedule; tuition fees are payable in three term instalments (the published fees are shown per term).
- The refundable deposit and the one‑time admission fees are charged at enrolment/registration.

Boarding
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed; the school operates as a day school.

Uniforms, books and additional costs
- A school uniform is required from KG through Year 12. Uniform costs and textbook provisioning are not itemized in the published fee schedule but a uniform requirement is stated. Any costs for uniforms, additional textbooks, stationery, optional activities, excursions, or specialist equipment are in addition to the fees listed above and are charged separately where applicable.

Refund information and deposits
- The refundable deposit amounts are specified (SAR 1,000 for Sri Lankan first child; SAR 2,000 for non‑Sri Lankan first child) and described as refundable. No further detailed public policy text about the timing or conditions for refund (for example pro‑rata refunds, notice period requirements, or administrative deductions) is published alongside the numeric schedule.

Fee payment options (methods)
- The published fee schedule does not specify accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, cheque or cash). Payment method details are not itemized in the published fee schedule.

Notes on additional and optional charges
- The school publishes transportation fees (monthly), PTA and administration charges, and detailed external examination fees; ancillary items such as field trips, extra‑curricular clubs, technology/learning device fees, insurance, or school medical charges are not itemized in the published fee table and may be charged separately when applicable.

Key contact for fee enquiries
- For the published fee schedule or for payment processing arrangements, contact the school administration (telephone and email are published with the school's contact details).
Academics

Sri Lankan International School Riyadh teaches British Curriculum, Sri Lankan Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The Sri Lankan International School Riyadh delivers a blended British and Sri Lankan curriculum with English as the language of instruction and operates as a Pearson Edexcel Learning and Examination Centre. Preschool and the Lower/Middle Schools follow the National Curriculum of England (with the International Primary Curriculum used in the early years), while the High School offers Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and the International AS and A Level program. In Secondary (Grade 8–12), students may select around 40 curriculum subjects across streams such as Science, Mathematics, Commerce and ICT; IAS Science includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics with minimum three compulsory subjects and options like English, Statistics and ICT; Commerce covers Business Studies, Accounts, Economics with optional English, Statistics and ICT. This Edexcel pathway is regulated by Ofqual, and SLISR is a Pearson Edexcel Learning and Examination Centre. The school serves Toddlers through High School (Grade 12) and provides co-curricular activities and sports as part of its holistic program.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. There are two ways the school assists admission seekers. For existing parents wishing to enrol additional children, notices on the new academic year's enrolment policy are issued well in advance. New parents can apply through a formal application form at the school admin office or via the online enrollment process. A guided walk-through of classrooms and facilities is offered to help families become comfortable before enrolling, and the medium of instruction is English with language support available as needed. 2. Placement and testing: A placement interview is arranged for all classes as needed. Document verification and endorsement are carried out for each admission following the Ministry of Education guidelines. The school conducts a placement test, with the method varying by age and class. The enrolment memo to parents confirms successful enrolment and details required payments such as the admission fee and refundable deposit. 3. Pre-enrolment and orientation: Before the official start of the academic year, a meeting with parents explains the school's system and expectations. On the first academic day, teachers welcome playschool and primary students with activities that provide individual attention, followed by an orientation program for the primary grades. 4. Admission status and grade availability: Admission is open for the current academic year with a limited number of seats. The grades open for admission include Play School, Reception I, Reception II, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 5 (Boys), Grade 6 (Girls), and Grade 11, with age ranges by 1 September. Admissions for other grades are closed due to maximum capacity. 5. Grade eligibility and age ranges: The school lists age bands by 1 September for each admission category. Specific examples include Play School (2 years 9 months to 3 years 9 months) and Reception I (3 years 9 months to 4 years 9 months) and Reception II (4 years 9 months to 5 years 9 months). Grade 1 and above follow minimum ages appropriate to the grade. Admissions for other grades are closed due to maximum capacity. 6. Documents required: The enrolment process requires documents including Birth Certificate (in English or English Translation), Parents' and Child's Iqama copies, relevant pages of the Father's and Child's Passports, a vaccination card, and three passport-sized photographs. Additional documents include the School Leaving Certificate, Certificate of Performance, sponsor approval letter (if any), An-Noor programme documents (required for transfers within Saudi Arabia), a valid medical insurance card, and a letter describing any health conditions.
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