Rowad Al Khaleej International Schools Jeddah Obhour
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$6K - US$12K
Curriculum: American
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~1,900
Location: North Jeddah, Jeddah
Updated April 2026
In Brief
RAIS Obhour is worth considering if you want an accredited American-curriculum school in North Jeddah at fees well below the premium tier. The deeply discounted current fees (22,000-32,000 SAR) make it the most accessible accredited American option in the city, but the limited independent feedback means you should visit and speak to families before deciding.
Rowad Al Khaleej has been operating in Saudi Arabia since 1993 and the Jeddah Obhour campus opened in 2017. The school runs the California Common Core Standards Pearson curriculum and is Cognia-accredited - the same accreditation body used by Dar Jana and AISJ, which means the US High School Diploma carries the same international recognition. The campus spans 30,000 m2 with separate boys and girls buildings, mixed Kindergarten sections, and a shared principal. The Stephen Covey Leader in Me programme runs from KG through high school.
The school targets Saudi and international families in the Al Shera'a (Obhour) area of North Jeddah, which is underserved by premium international schools. The STEAM curriculum integrates across subjects, and students can access EDMENTUM online coursework. The school body of around 1,900 students is a mix of Saudi nationals and international residents; staff include native English speakers alongside Saudi and Arab nationals. Fees in 2025-2026 have been substantially discounted - by as much as 45% on official published rates - with current fees running from SAR 22,000 (Nursery) to SAR 32,000 (High School).
Independent parent feedback is limited. WhichSchoolAdvisor noted in its review that there is very little independent information about the school, and we could not find published reviews elsewhere. The school does not appear to participate in international benchmarking programmes. Fees at the discounted rate are attractive, but the depth of discount also warrants asking the school directly about the standard rate trajectory for coming years, as the discounts may reduce.
What parents value
- –Cognia-accredited American curriculum (California Common Core / Pearson) with a US High School Diploma - the same accreditation standard as AISJ and Dar Jana, at lower fees.
- –Current fees of SAR 22,000-32,000 make this one of the most affordable accredited American-curriculum schools in Jeddah. Located in North Jeddah (Al Shera'a), convenient for families in the Obhour and Corniche North areas.
- –30,000 m2 campus with separate boys and girls buildings, 40 classrooms per school, science labs, IT labs, indoor gymnasium, and grassed football pitches.
Points of consideration
- –Independent parent reviews are limited. We could not find published feedback from families at this specific campus. Before enrolling, visit the school and ask for contact with current parents.
- –Current fees are substantially discounted from official rates (discounts of 29-45% are published). Confirm the standard fee trajectory for coming years to budget accurately beyond the current academic year.
- –The school does not appear to participate in international academic benchmarking programmes. Exam results are not published. Ask the school directly about outcomes data and university progression from the High School.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | 3 | NaN |
| Pre-KG / KG | 4 | NaN |
| Elementary (Grades 1-5) | 6 | NaN |
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | 12 | NaN |
| High School (Grades 9-12) | 15 | NaN |
Fees converted from SAR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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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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