American International School of Jeddah
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$11K - US$28K
Curriculum: American
Age Range: 2-18
Students: ~600
Location: Al Mohammadiyah, Jeddah
Updated April 2026
In Brief
AISJ is the right school if your family is on an American corporate package, your children are already in the US curriculum, or you are targeting US university applications. For families without that context, compare fees and outcomes carefully against BISJ and JPGS before deciding.
AISJ has been operating since 1952 - it predates most international schools in Saudi Arabia - and moved to a purpose-built campus in Al Mohammadiyah in 2019. The school runs the AERO standards framework used by US Department of State schools globally, with AP courses in the high school. That gives continuity for families rotating through US-curriculum schools across assignments.
The 2019 campus is modern and purpose-built, which is a practical advantage over older sites in Jeddah. The school is non-profit and community-governed. AP course availability (the school advertises multiple AP options) is a genuine selling point for US university applications. English Language Learning support is offered for students arriving without strong English.
Older parent reviews noted crowding issues and facilities concerns on the previous campus; those conditions have changed with the 2019 move, so pre-2019 feedback should be weighed accordingly. Student counts are smaller than BISJ or JPGS, which may or may not suit depending on what you want from community size. Fees at Grade 11-12 (SAR 105,110) are comparable to BISJ, making this one of Jeddah's more expensive options.
What parents value
- –Purpose-built campus (2019) with modern classrooms, science labs, and an Early Childhood section designed for young learners. Good starting point for American-curriculum families arriving from other postings.
- –AP courses in the high school support US university applications. Long-standing non-profit governance with a community board.
- –Founded 1952 - the oldest continuously operating international school in Jeddah. ELL support available for students who need language bridging.
Points of consideration
- –Fees at the top end (SAR 105,110 for Grades 11-12) are comparable to BISJ without the IB Diploma credential. If your child is not committed to US universities, explore whether the A-Level or IB pathway at BISJ or JPGS might serve them better.
- –The school is smaller than BISJ and JPGS. A smaller community suits some families; others find it limits social options and activity range. Visit and assess for your child's personality.
- –Older reviews described resource constraints and high class sizes - this was on the previous campus. Conditions have changed since 2019; confirm current class sizes and facilities directly with the admissions team.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K 2 / 3 / 4 | 2 | NaN |
| Kindergarten | 5 | NaN |
| Grades 1 - 5 | 6 | NaN |
| Grades 6 - 8 | 11 | NaN |
| Grades 9 - 10 | 14 | NaN |
| Grades 11 - 12 | 16 | NaN |
Fees converted from SAR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
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| Assessment Fee | NaN |
| Registration Fee | NaN |
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Academic Results
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Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
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Student Body
Jeddah's international schools serve a highly diverse student body drawn from the city's large expatriate and local community. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
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