
Global English School
Secular, Founded 2016
Updated July 2026
Languages
Founded in 2016, the Global English School is the first privately owned international school in Makkah, serving students from Kindergarten to High School. It provides a comprehensive educational experience by combining an American curriculum with the Saudi national curriculum.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school aims to pioneer international education by creating an academically enlightened and ethical generation. Its core values include quality, excellence, teamwork, cooperation, honesty, scientific integrity, and a focus on future planning. The educational approach seeks to equip students with the values, skills, and knowledge necessary to be competent and qualified for the future.
Programmes
The academic program follows a comprehensive American curriculum integrated with the Saudi national curriculum, supervised by department heads. The curriculum emphasizes scientific research, innovation, and creativity, while utilizing modern educational technologies such as the Classlight platform for electronic follow-up and virtual learning. The school serves all grade levels, ranging from Kindergarten to High School.
Student support
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What ages does Global English School teach?
- Global English School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
- Is Global English School co-educational?
- Global English School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Global English School located?
- Global English School is an international school in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts students from Kindergarten through High School, with specific grade-level availability for boys and girls. Prospective parents must complete an application form and students are required to pass an entrance exam covering English, mathematics, science, and Arabic. Enrollment is subject to age requirements set by the Saudi Ministry of Education and the availability of vacancies. Post-admission, families must provide official documentation, including identification, birth certificates, vaccination records, and certified report cards for transfer students.
Facilities
About the campus
The current campus provides a safe and interactive environment equipped with smart boards, projectors, science laboratories, and computers. The school is developing a new state-of-the-art campus in the Al-Naseem District, which is designed to accommodate over 2,000 students and will feature advanced facilities, including swimming pools and multipurpose sports fields.
Co-curriculars
The school emphasizes enrichment programs and additional materials designed to enhance student skills and abilities. It also participates in national and international Olympiads to further challenge and engage students.