Saudi Arabia’s education landscape continues to evolve as more international schools open across the Kingdom between 2025 and 2027. From Sherborne Jeddah to Buckswood Riyadh, these new schools mark an exciting era of growth and opportunity for both Saudi and expatriate families.
This expansion aligns with Vision 2030, the national development plan that aims to transform education by improving quality, choice, and global competitiveness. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) International Schools Attraction Programme has been instrumental in bringing leading UK and global schools to Riyadh, including Chatsworth Schools, King’s College, Aldenham Prep, Downe House, SEK International School, and One World International School.
New International Schools Coming in 2026–2027
Reigate Grammar School Riyadh (RGSR)
Curriculum: British (UK National Curriculum)
Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Fees: SAR 42,400 – SAR 74,900
Reigate Grammar School Riyadh has already established itself as one of the most diverse schools in the city, educating over 1,100 students from more than 60 nationalities, from FS1 to Year 13. Two additional campuses are planned for Riyadh, though exact locations and opening dates have yet to be confirmed.
Aldenham Riyadh
Curriculum: British (UK National Curriculum)
Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Fees: SAR 53,475 – SAR 80,500
Located in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Aldenham Riyadh will offer education from ages 3 to 18 years. It is a fully owned branch of the historic UK school and will be operated directly by Aldenham in the UK. This follows the success of Aldenham Prep Riyadh, which opened in 2022, marking the group’s second campus in the Kingdom.
Harrow International School
Curriculum: British (UK National Curriculum)
Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Fees: SAR 80,000 – SAR100,000
Leading UAE school operator Taaleem has partnered with Harrow International Schools to launch institutions across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar and Kuwait. The first Harrow schools in the region will open in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in 2026, with further details about Riyadh expected soon.
Malvern College Riyadh
Curriculum: NCfE, IBDP
Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Fees: SAR 45,000 – SAR130,000
Set to open in 2027, Malvern College Riyadh will offer a British curriculum leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma, with a strong focus on Arabic language and Saudi culture. Admissions will be open to both Saudi nationals and international families, supporting the country’s growing global education profile.
International Schools That Opened in 2025
Sherborne School Jeddah
Curriculum: British (UK National Curriculum)
Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Fees: SAR 30,435 – SAR 69,565
Located in the Ar Rawdah District of Jeddah (3290 Al Kayal 8052), Sherborne School opened in 2025 for ages 3 to 11 years, offering a British curriculum from Pre-School to Year 6. The school plans to expand gradually up to Year 13, providing students with a complete British education pathway leading to IGCSEs and A Levels.
Buckswood School Riyadh
Curriculum: British (UK National Curriculum)
Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh
Fees: SAR 43,900 – SAR 79,505
Situated in the Al-Izdihar District, Buckswood School Riyadh opened with classes from KG1 to Grade 3 and will expand year by year up to Grade 12. A highlight of the new campus is its Football Academy for boys and girls, which offers professional coaching as part of the curriculum to promote physical development alongside academic excellence.
Shaping the Future of Education in Saudi Arabia
These new international schools reflect Saudi Arabia’s long-term vision to offer world-class education for all. With the Kingdom attracting prestigious institutions from the UK and beyond, families now have more choice and access to international standards of teaching and learning than ever before.
For parents, this expansion represents an opportunity to give their children a global education within the Kingdom – helping prepare the next generation for success in an increasingly interconnected world.
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Further Reading:
- British International School Riyadh Unveils New Al Waha Campus, Broadening Educational Excellence Across Saudi Arabia
- EtonHouse International School Expands to Saudi Arabia with the Launch of EtonHouse International Education Arabia