List of Philippine Schools in Saudi Arabia

In an earlier post, we shared a guide for first-time visitors in Saudi Arabia. We talked about the language, economy, culture, and other things that every newcomer should know. Today, we are going to talk about education… Philippine schools in the Kingdom, to be exact.

That’s right! Did you know that there is a quite a number of schools in Saudi Arabia offering Philippine curriculum? This could be due to the fact that there are many Filipinos staying in the Kingdom, including those who have brought their families to come and live with them.

Directory of Philippine Schools in Saudi Arabia

Below is a list of schools that have been accredited to teach the Philippine education curriculum in Saudi Arabia. Most of them are in the capital, Riyadh, while others are located in Dammam, Jeddah, and other major cities in the Kingdom:

1. Al-Andalus International School

Al Andalus International School (AAIS) was established in 1995. Situated in the Eastern Province, it was formerly known as Philippine Community School in Al-Khobar (PhilCoSa).

Address: Muhammad Al Fateh St., Al Rakah Al Jenobia, Al Khobar, KSA
Email: contact@aaiskhobar.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AAISKSA/

2. Al Danah International School

Established June 1995, Al Danah International School started out as a nursery school, before eventually expanding to include kindergarten, prep, elementary, and high school levels. It is accredited by the Saudi Ministry of Education, as well as the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd).

Address: Sulaimania St. P.O. Box 58409, Riyadh 11594, KSA
Telephone: +966 1 473 9030
Email: adis_sa_95@yahoo.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/adiseagles25/

3. Al Dura (GEMS) International School

Located in Jeddah, Al Dura (GEMS) International School was founded in May 2005. It offers pre-school, elementary, and secondary education following the Philippine curriculum, with Arabic Language as well as Saudi History, Geography, and culture as additional subjects.

Address: P.O. Box 51477, Jeddah, KSA
Telephone: +966 2 674-8483
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Al-Dura-GEMS-International-School-1133745379973455/

4. Al Jazeera International School Dammam

Previously known as the Philippine School in Dammam, Al Jazeera International School was founded in 1995. It offers the Philippine educational curriculum from nursery to high school.

Address: P.O. Box 76240, Rakah, Al-Khobar 31952, KSA
Telephone: +966 3 858 0383
Website: https://ajisd.weebly.com/index.html

5. Al Taj International School

Al Taj International School began as a small nursery for child care, before being named Riyadh Montessori in 1993, and eventually Al Taj International School in 2001. It offers the Philippine education curriculum to pre-elementary, elementary, and secondary level students.

Address: P.O. Box 85130, Riyadh 1169, KSA
Telephone: +966 11 478 8237
Facebook Page: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=201636036570876

6. Bader International School

Founded in 2004, Bader International School was formerly known as Philippine Sunrise International School. It was granted a provisional government permit by the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) in 2007, before gaining full accreditation in 2009.

Address: P.O. Box 56634, Jeddah 21452, KSA
Telephone: +966 2 261 5234
Email: baderjeddah_edu@yahoo.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/baderjeddah.edu/

7. Durat Al Sharq International School

Durat Al Sharq (Pearl of the Orient) International School was established in 2005. It offers a Philippine-based curriculum from pre-school to secondary levels, using English as the medium of instruction. It also offers Arabic Language and Islam subjects to all levels.

Address: P.O. Box 34550, Jeddah, KSA
Telephone: +966 2 667 3244
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DuratAlSharqInternationalSchool/

8. Elite International School

Previously known as the International Academy in Riyadh, Elite International School (EIS) was established in 1999. The following year, it was recognized by the then Philippine Department of Education, Culture, and Sports (DECS), which is now called the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd).

Address: Olaya District, P.O. Box 60949, Riyadh, KSA
Telephone: +966 11 462 7224
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Elite-International-School-106314506072368/

9. Future Generation Philippine International School

Established in 2006, Future Generation Philippine International School (FGPIS) was formerly known as New Generation Philippine International School. It was recognized by the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) in 2009 and offers the Enriched Basic Education Curriculum program.

Address: Al-Baljourashi St., Suleimaniah District, Riyadh, KSA
Telephone: +966 11 463 4815
Email: fugen.riyadh@gmail.com
Website: https://www.fgpis.com/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/fgpis2006/

10. International Philippine School in Al Khobar

Formerly known as the Philippine Embassy School in Al Khobar, the International Philippine School in Al Khobar (IPSA) was founded in 1988 by a group of Filipino parents. It formally started academic operations in 1989.

Address: P.O. Box 4839, Al Khobar 31952, KSA
Telephone: +966 50 294 4955
Email: info@ipsa.edu.sa
Website: http://up.ipsa.edu.sa/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/IpsaGazette/

11. International Philippine School in Riyadh

Founded in August 1985, the International Philippine School in Riyadh (IPSR) was previously known as the Philippine Embassy School in Riyadh, catering to the children of Philippine Embassy officials and staff. Eventually, the school began to accept the children of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) based in Riyadh.

Address: P.O. Box 94705, Riyadh 11614, KSA
Telephone: +966 1 454 5608
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/International-Philippine-School-in-Riyadh-219443915951

12. Palm Crest International School

Palm Crest International School (PCIS) opened in April 2004, having been accredited by the Saudi Ministry of Education. In 2005, it received a provisional permit from the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd).

Address: 48 Al Amariyah, St. Sulaymaniah District, P.O. Box 64115, Riyadh 11536, KSA
Telephone: +966 1 464 2474
Email: admin1@pcis-r.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PalmCrestInternationalSchool/

13. Riyadh International School

Riyadh International School (RIS) was established in 1998. Accredited by the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) in 2005, it follows the Philippine education curriculum and offers pre-school, elementary, and secondary levels.

Address: P.O. Box 27586, Riyadh 11427, KSA
Telephone: +966 11 293 6019
Email: ris98ksa@yahoo.com

14. Second Philippine International School

The Second Philippine International School (SPIS) was established in 1999. It was accredited by the Saudi Ministry of Education in 1999, and by the Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) in 2000.

Address: P.O. Box 729, Riyadh 11372, KSA
Telephone: +966 11 217 1905
Email: spis.registrar@gmail.com
Website: http://www.spis.edu.sa/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/spisofficial/

15. Shorouq Al Mamlakah International School

Previously known as Al Shorouq International School, the Shorouq Al Mamlakah International School was established in 2003. Accredited by Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) in 2006, it offers pre-school, elementary, and secondary level education.

Address: #9 and 11 Maashi St., Maashi District, Taif, KSA
Telephone: +966 55 455 0478
Email: info@samis.edu.sa
Website: https://samis.edu.sa/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/samis.2003/

DISCLAIMER: The above list of Philippine schools in Saudi Arabia is presented for information-sharing purposes only. To know more about each school, including the curriculum, medium of instruction, tuition fees, and other details — please contact them directly via phone or email, or by visiting the schools’ official websites and/or Facebook pages.

Notably, due to the current global crisis, most of the schools mentioned above are currently offering online or virtual classes — something to consider before you decide to enroll your children now or in the near future. In the meantime, here is a list of places that you might want to visit during your stay in Saudi Arabia.