Dar Jana International Schools
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$5K - US$10K
Curriculum: American · IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~5,000
Location: Other Jeddah, Jeddah
Updated April 2026
In Brief
Dar Jana is the right school if you want a large, accredited American-curriculum community at Jeddah's most accessible fee level. At SAR 20,500 to 39,000, it is the most affordable serious option in the city. For families on self-funded packages, that fee gap versus AISJ is significant.
Five thousand students across three campuses makes Dar Jana one of the largest international schools in Saudi Arabia. It has been running since 1999, is Cognia-accredited, and is one of only a handful of Saudi schools to participate in PIRLS and PISA - a concrete signal that the school is willing to be measured externally. The recently added IB PYP alongside the US curriculum gives younger children a structured inquiry framework before they reach the AP high school track.
AP courses are the backbone of the high school, with the school running as an official SAT and ACT test centre. In 2020-21, students achieved 13 perfect 800 scores on SAT subject tests. The Parent Advisory Committee meets monthly and has real influence on school programmes - families describe a genuine sense of community involvement. The WISE programme (Well-rounded, Interdependent, Self-directed, Ethical) runs from elementary through graduation.
Three separate campuses - boys, girls, and nursery/preschool - mean logistics for mixed-sibling families require planning. Facilities information from the school is limited; the campuses are functional but the school does not publish detailed facility specs. Books and devices are charged separately on top of tuition (SAR 2,500-3,500 depending on grade), which adds to the real annual cost.
What parents value
- –Cognia-accredited US curriculum with AP courses; official SAT/ACT test centre. One of the few Saudi schools participating in PIRLS and PISA - external benchmarking most Jeddah schools avoid.
- –Fees run SAR 20,500 to SAR 39,000 - the most accessible fee band among Jeddah's internationally-accredited schools. Sibling discounts (10% off second child) and a 5% full-year payment discount reduce costs further.
- –Strong community culture: active Parent Advisory Committee, monthly involvement in school policy, and a 5,000-student body that generates real social depth and co-curricular range.
Points of consideration
- –Three separate campuses (boys, girls, nursery) means siblings may be at different sites. Confirm drop-off logistics and transport options before enrolling multiple children.
- –Books and digital resources are charged separately at SAR 2,500-3,500 per year, plus a SAR 2,000 Chromebook from Grade 1. Build these into your total cost comparison.
- –Facilities information is limited in public materials. Visit in person to assess whether the campus meets your expectations - the school does not publish detailed facility specs or images online.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| KG 1 - KG 3 (Pre-School) | 3 | NaN |
| Grade 1 | 6 | NaN |
| Grades 2 - 3 | 7 | NaN |
| Grades 4 - 6 | 9 | NaN |
| Grades 7 - 9 | 12 | NaN |
| Grade 10 | 15 | NaN |
| Grade 11 | 16 | NaN |
| Grade 12 | 17 | NaN |
Fees converted from SAR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee (new students) | NaN |
| Annual Reservation Fee (current students) | NaN |
Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
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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
School leadership
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