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Beech Hall School Riyadh
A new Chatsworth operated school in Al Khuzama, branded after the 1926 Beech Hall in Cheshire and pitched as a non selective inclusive option for families who want a UK feel primary in central Riyadh.
In brief
A new Chatsworth-operated school in Al Khuzama, branded after the 1926 Beech Hall in Cheshire and pitched as a non-selective inclusive option for families who want a UK-feel primary in central Riyadh.
Beech Hall Riyadh opened in August 2022 under a partnership between UK group Chatsworth Schools and the Fawaz Alhokair Group, brought in via the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. The DB lists 2024 as the founding year, which appears to be the year of the NEASC candidacy step rather than the actual opening. The school runs an International Early Years, Primary, and Middle Years curriculum, layered with Arabic and Islamic Studies, and is a candidate for the IB Diploma at the senior end.
Facilities are unusually strong for a young school, including an indoor pool, a 500-seat auditorium, and rooftop sports pitches. Early parent voice is positive on staff warmth and the non-selective admissions approach. Numbers are still building, so signal on academic outcomes is thin.
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | 1 | SAR 40,000 |
| KG1-KG2 | 4 | SAR 55,000 |
| KG3 | 6 | SAR 60,000 |
| Grades 1-2 | 7 | SAR 65,000 |
| Grades 3-6 | 9 | SAR 80,000 |
| Grades 7-9 | 13 | SAR 85,000 |
| Grade 10 | 16 | SAR 90,000 |
| Grade 11 | 17 | SAR 95,000 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolment Fee | SAR 1,500 | |
| Application Fee | SAR 1,500 | |
| Registration Fee | SAR 5,000 |
Reviews
- The school is too new for a large parent pool. The signal is positive, mostly in short reviews from parents, with the inclusion model as the headline.
- Parents consistently flag inclusive admissions: one parent said they were relieved to find a school that does not segregate the admission process based on a child's health condition, learning ability or physical appearance.
- Small classes and a developing secondary contingent are noted by teachers, with the school grouped near King's in the same Al Khuzama area.
- SEN provision is structured around a wave system, and reviewers note that higher-needs support carries an additional fee.
- Founded 2022, two leadership transitions documented since opening, so reviewers acknowledge a degree of uncertainty for new families.
Positives
- Inclusive admissions and SEN provision. Non-selective admissions and SEND-experienced model are the most consistently praised features
- Class size and atmosphere. Small classes, friendly atmosphere and child happiness cited across short parent reviews
Considerations
- Newness. School opened 2022 with documented leadership transitions; some uncertainty acknowledged
- Fee structure. Inclusion is headline but higher-needs SEN support comes with additional fees
Leadership
Dana Abu-Goura
Clemmie Stewart is the Executive Principal of Beech Hall School Riyadh, dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive educational environment. With a focus on innovative teaching and community engagement, she leads the school in its mission to develop independent, lifelong learners.
Accreditations
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges 01