01 · Since 1597
A true branch of Aldenham, London
Aldenham has taught on the same site in North London since 1597. Riyadh is owner-operated, not a franchise.
Admissions open · Jan & Aug 2027
A British school in North Riyadh, from age 3
Read the 30-page prospectus at home, then book a free pre-assessment call: our admissions specialist will tell you where your child stands before the entry assessment.
Fees fromSAR 46,500a year, lunch included
EntryNurseryfrom the 3rd birthday
AccreditedCambridgeInternational School
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1597Aldenham
London
1597Aldenham School founded in London
6–7 hof Arabic every week, from age 3
120+free clubs a week, 15:00–16:00
15bus areas and compounds in North Riyadh
School prospectus
Everything parents ask, in one prospectus
The school's own 30-page guide, in English or Arabic. Read it at home before you visit: we also send the link to your WhatsApp.
- Curriculum by stageEarly Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 3 and AldenhamPlus
- How teachers are chosenThe two-step selection with Aldenham UK
- A sample week of clubsWhat runs after lessons, day by day
- Admissions, step by stepFrom the first visit to the assessment
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Why parents choose Aldenham
A London school, not a licence
Aldenham Riyadh is owned and run by the same group as Aldenham School in London, with the same curriculum, governance and standards.
02 · From Year 1
Specialist teachers
Arabic, French, art, music, computing and PE from Year 1; core subjects from Year 5. Teachers approved by the academic team in the UK.
03 · 6–7 hours
Arabic every week
From age 3 with specialist teachers — close to what bilingual schools offer — alongside Islamic studies.
04 · 120+ clubs
Free clubs every day
15:00 to 16:00 from Nursery up: football, basketball, chess, choir, violin, guitar, dance and more.
Year groups
From Nursery through primary and beyond
The English National Curriculum through the IEYC, IPC and IMYC, with Aldenham's own AldenhamPlus programme.
Early Years
Nursery & Reception · ages 3–5Structured education, not day care: the IEYC, built on the UK EYFS.
- Nursery from the 3rd birthday
- British lead teacher and qualified assistants
- Arabic and music with specialists
Primary
Key Stages 1–2 · ages 5–11The IPC, with deeper English, maths and science and core specialists from Year 5.
- British lead and support teachers
- French from Year 1
- 6–7 hours of Arabic a week
Key Stage 3
From age 11Subject specialists in every core discipline, the IMYC and Cambridge pathways.
- Accredited Cambridge International School
- Arabic and a second modern language
- Priority consideration for Aldenham UK
Our campus
Built for children aged 3 and up, in As Sahafah
Science labs, sports halls, indoor and outdoor play, an art studio, library, music rooms and a wellbeing space.
Book a school tour
See Aldenham Riyadh on a normal school day
A guided visit of about an hour, on Saturday at 10:30 or Wednesday at 9:00. We reply within 48 hours.
- Meet admissionsAsk about places, fees and the school bus
- Classrooms on a normal dayEarly Years, primary, Arabic and Islamic studies
- The campus and your next stepSports hall, library, play areas; then registration and the assessment
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We will confirm your tour on WhatsApp within 48 hours, Sunday to Thursday.
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Fees 2026/27
Clear fees, lunch included
Annual tuition in SAR, excluding VAT. Saudi nationals are exempt from VAT on education.
Nursery46,500SAR a year · from age 3
Reception48,500SAR a year
Year 1–253,500SAR a year
Year 3–663,500SAR a year
Year 7 and above70,000SAR a year
How you pay
- By 15 August40%
- By 15 December40%
- By 1 April20%
- BSF credit cards0% · up to 6 months
One-off fees
- Registration and assessmentSAR 1,000
- AcceptanceSAR 10,000
- Capital developmentSAR 10,000
- Deposit, refundableSAR 2,500
Ways to pay less
- Each additional sibling− SAR 1,250
- Saudi nationalsNo VAT
- LunchIncluded
- BreakfastOptional
British education, Arabic identity
Arabic and Islamic studies, taught properly
- Arabic with specialist teachers from age 3
- 6–7 hours of Arabic each week, plus Islamic studies
- Pastoral care, etiquette and character built into the school day
- Talk to admissions in English or Arabic
Leadership
Led by experienced UK school leaders
Every class teacher is British and every member of staff is trained in safeguarding.
Deputy Head – Pastoral
Mr Crispin Cole
More than 30 years in education, 25 on senior teams. An ISI Inspector and former Deputy Head of York House School, North London.
Deputy Head – Academic
Mrs Hina Khan
17 years in education, including more than a decade at Harrow School, UK, as Deputy Head, Head of Assessments and Exams and Head of Maths.
Parents
In parents' words
“My son has progressed tremendously, especially in English, as he is not a native speaker.”
Aldenham Riyadh parent
“My children are so happy in the school… I can feel the improvement.”
Aldenham Riyadh parent
Top 10Winner of the Edarabia Parents' Choice Awards 2026 in Saudi Arabia, among more than 197 schools reviewed.
Edarabia, 2026
The school day & getting here
As Sahafah, North Riyadh
7:30School day starts
16:00Home time, after clubs
15:00Free clubs begin
Sun–ThuSchool week
School buses run from 15 areas and compounds:
- Al Yasmin
- Al Sahafa
- Al Nada
- Al Malqa
- Al Ghadir
- An Narjis
- Al Bustan Village
- Al Wadi
- Al Ghadeer Compound
- Hittin
- Al Arid
- Al Qirawan
- Khuzam
- Tujan Compound
- Carolina Compound
Admissions
Four steps to a place
We admit all year round, into every year group, while places last. Brothers and sisters get priority.
Enquire
Send the form or a WhatsApp message. We reply within 48 hours.
Visit
Join a guided tour on a Saturday or Wednesday. Families abroad can take the 360° virtual tour.
Register and assess
Formal registration online (SAR 1,000) and an age-appropriate assessment in English and maths.
Accept your offer
Confirm the place with the acceptance and capital development fees.
Free pre-assessment
Know where your child stands before the assessment
Every new pupil sits an entry assessment in English and maths before an offer. Book a free call first: our admissions specialist looks at your child's strengths and gaps and tells you what to practise.
- A call at a time that suits youSunday to Thursday, in English or Arabic
- Strengths and gapsWhere your child is confident and where they need support
- A plan for the assessmentWhat to practise at home before the formal assessment
Thank you — we will call you
Our admissions specialist will message you on WhatsApp within 48 hours, Sunday to Thursday, to agree a time for the call.
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The formal entry assessment is part of registration with the school (SAR 1,000). The pre-assessment call is free.
Which curriculum do you follow?
The English National Curriculum, taught through the IEYC (ages 3–5), IPC (ages 5–11) and IMYC, with Aldenham's own AldenhamPlus programme. Aldenham Riyadh is an accredited Cambridge International School.
From what age can my child join?
Nursery starts from the child's 3rd birthday. We admit all year round into every year group while places last; some year groups have a waiting list.
How much are the fees?
From SAR 46,500 a year for Nursery to SAR 70,000 for Year 7 and above, excluding VAT, with lunch included. One-off fees and payment options are listed in the fees section above.
How much Arabic and Islamic studies will my child have?
Arabic starts at age 3 with specialist teachers, with 6–7 hours of Arabic a week, plus Islamic studies.
Can my child join mid-year?
Yes. Admissions are open all year. Term 2 starts on 10 January 2027.
Is there a school bus?
Yes, from 15 areas and compounds in North Riyadh, including Al Yasmin, An Narjis, Al Malqa and Hittin. Use the area check above or ask on your tour.
What are the school hours?
7:30 to 16:00, Sunday to Thursday. Free clubs run from 15:00 to 16:00.
Who are the teachers?
Class teachers are British, supported by qualified assistants. Candidates are approved by Aldenham's academic team in the UK and then by the leadership in Riyadh. Every member of staff is trained in safeguarding.
Is lunch included?
Yes, lunch is included in the fees. Breakfast is available as an option.
What do I need to apply?
Your child's passport, vaccination record and latest school report. After the tour you complete formal registration online.
Come and see it for yourself
Visit Aldenham Riyadh this week
Tours on Saturdays at 10:30 and Wednesdays at 9:00. Speak to admissions in English or Arabic.
Call +971 50 705 3285 · As Sahafah, North Riyadh
