Choosing a school is rarely a single decision. It’s a series of smaller ones – about curriculum, community, commute, fees, and the kind of person you want your child to grow into. For families in the Al Jazeera District and across Riyadh, a new option has joined the shortlist: OWIS Al Jazeera, the second Riyadh campus of One World International School, welcoming students for the 2026/27 academic year.
This guide pulls together everything parents ask about a launching school – admissions, grade levels, fees, the founding family offer, what the early years and primary classrooms actually look like, and how to get in touch. If you’ve been searching for international schools in Riyadh or comparing schools in Riyadh for your child, consider this your starting point.
A school where the world meets Saudi values
OWIS Al Jazeera was built on the purpose that children growing up in Saudi Arabia today deserve an education that prepares them for the world without distancing them from home.
The school operates under the patronage of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and is part of Global Schools Group, a Singapore-headquartered network of 64 campuses across 11 countries. That gives every student access to international academic standards, cross-campus exchange programs, and a peer network that stretches far beyond the school gates.
At the same time, the curriculum holds Saudi identity at its center. Arabic is taught from Pre-KG. Islamic Studies and Arabic Language for Muslim students fully meet Ministry of Education requirements from Grade 1. Cultural celebrations, national values, and the essence of Saudi life are part of how children learn. The result is a school where global outlook and local belonging grow together, in step with the ambitions of Vision 2030.
Admissions: who can apply, and for which grades
OWIS Al Jazeera is enrolling students for the 2026/27 academic year across the following levels:
- KG 1 and KG 3 (Early Years)
- Grades 1 through 5 (Primary)
Higher grades will be added year by year as the school’s first cohort moves up. For the upcoming intake, families with children aged three through ten can apply now, and admissions remain open across all eligible grades while places last.
Tuition fees and the Founding Family Discount
Annual tuition at OWIS Al Jazeera ranges from SAR 27,800 to SAR 42,200, depending on grade level. The structure is designed to keep international education accessible to a broader range of families in Riyadh – without compromising on the quality of teaching, facilities, or curriculum.
As one of the school’s founding families, you’ll receive a 10% discount on your child’s tuition fees. This offer is time-limited and applies to families who enroll during the inaugural intake.
Inside the Early Years
Early Years at OWIS Al Jazeera are built around how young children actually learn – through play, exploration, conversation, and the freedom to ask “why” without limit.
Classrooms are designed as flexible learning environments rather than rows of desks. Days move between guided activities and child-led discovery. The core focus is on early literacy in English, foundational Math through hands-on materials, and Arabic language exposure that builds confidence from the start. Music, art, and movement are part of the weekly rhythm rather than occasional add-ons.
Primary Grades Learning
From Grade 1 onwards, students follow an American curriculum anchored in Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Math, with science taught through the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
The primary program includes:
- English Language Arts and Mathematics
- Science (NGSS-aligned, inquiry-based)
- Personal, Social, and Physical Education (PSPE)
- World Languages – Arabic A and B, plus French
- Art, Music, and Library
- STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)
- Ministry of Education Social Studies and Islamic Studies (Grades 4–5)
How to get connected
If you’d like to visit the campus, ask a question, or begin an application, the admissions team is the best place to start. They’ll walk you through the steps, arrange a tour, and answer anything specific to your child’s grade or circumstances.
Admissions phone: +966 55 250 4149 Admissions email: [email protected]
Campus tours are available on weekdays and select Saturday mornings. Virtual tours can be arranged for families currently outside Riyadh.
Why families are choosing OWIS Al Jazeera
Among the schools in Riyadh opening their doors to the next generation, OWIS Al Jazeera offers something specific: a globally connected American curriculum, taught in a school that takes Saudi values seriously, at a fee structure that respects what families are working with, and a founding family community that gets to be part of building something from the ground up.
If that combination sounds like the right fit for your child, the next step is a conversation. Reach out to the admissions team, book a tour, and see the school for yourself.
