American Educational Excellence with Global Standards in Riyadh
At OWIS American Academy (OWIS AA), we offer an American curriculum aligned with the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). As an English-medium school, we provide Language Bridging and Support, while Arabic and Islamic Studies are taught in Arabic. Learning is hands-on and inquiry-based, integrating project-based learning and design thinking to build strong knowledge, skills, and character. Subjects include English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Art, Music, and World Languages (Arabic and Islamic).
What sets the OWIS AA curriculum apart?
Academic rigor inspired by Singapore’s educational standards
As part of the Global Schools Group, headquartered in Singapore, OWIS American Academy embodies the academic rigor inspired by Singapore’s educational standards. Recognized as one of the top-performing nations in global education benchmarks, Singapore’s best practices guide our approach to excellence. At OWIS AA, we align our curriculum with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), emphasizing conceptual understanding, coherent progressions, and real-world application. Guided by formative assessments and data-driven instruction, every learner understands what success looks like and how to achieve it.
A globalized approach to learning
The curriculum of OWIS American Academy is inherently broad and flexible, allowing us to integrate global themes and diverse perspectives across subject areas. Students explore world literature, global history, international current events, and environmental challenges, preparing them to understand and contribute to a rapidly changing world. Students also connect these global concepts to the Saudi context and culture, deepening their sense of empathy, respect, and intercultural understanding. This balanced approach nurtures thoughtful, informed global citizens who value both their roots and their role in shaping a better world.
Future-ready learning and innovation
In today’s evolving landscape, preparing students for future careers means equipping them with more than just academic knowledge. At OWIS American Academy, students build creativity and problem-solving through project-based learning, design thinking, and teacher-guided, AI-powered personalization. In the ZeroOne Hub, learners explore robotics, coding, and STEAM, linking classroom concepts to authentic challenges. Our classrooms are tech-enabled, and our approach promotes adaptability, and resilience skills that align with the demands of the 21st century.
Experienced and specialized Educators
Our educators are at the heart of our school community. Through dedicated training and development programs by Global Schools Group, they stay ahead of educational trends and best practices. Our teachers engage in ongoing professional learning, collaborate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and use clear success criteria and constructive feedback to refine their practice. This continuous growth empowers them to bring innovative teaching methods, global insights, and a future-ready mindset into every classroom. The result is consistent, high-quality instruction and a caring culture where every student is known, supported, and challenged to achieve their best.
