MENA International Schools
Founded 2017
Updated July 2026
IB PYP
US Common Core
NGSS
Modern Global International Schools (MGIS) is an international school offering an American curriculum integrated with the IB framework for students from Nursery to Grade 9. It operates two campuses in Riyadh, located in Qortuba and Digital City.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school is committed to transforming educational communities by fostering academic excellence, positive character, and an appreciation of cultures. It emphasizes the development of students who are inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced, and reflective, aiming to build a generation with a global mindset.
Programmes
The school follows the US Common Core Standards for Math, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies, which are integrated within the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework. The curriculum also includes mandatory Arabic and Islamic Studies, following the Saudi Ministry of Education requirements, with Arabic as a Second Language available for non-native speakers. Technology is embedded across all subjects, and the school provides extracurricular activities to support holistic development.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs a social worker to support student well-being. Additionally, the curriculum is differentiated at various levels to meet individual student needs, including support for high achievers.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does MENA International Schools offer?
- MENA International Schools offers IB PYP, US Common Core and NGSS.
- How much is tuition at MENA International Schools?
- Annual tuition at MENA International Schools is SAR 32K–SAR 56.5K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does MENA International Schools hold?
- MENA International Schools holds accreditations including IB.
- Is MENA International Schools co-educational?
- MENA International Schools is a co-ed school.
- Where is MENA International Schools located?
- MENA International Schools is an international school in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025-2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery/Pre-k | — | SAR 32K |
| KG 1 | — | SAR 32K |
| KG 2 | — | SAR 34K |
| KG 3 | — | SAR 36.5K |
| Grade 1 | — | SAR 40.5K |
| Grade 2 | — | SAR 42.5K |
| Grade 3 | — | SAR 44.5K |
| Grade 4 | — | SAR 46.5K |
| Grade 5 | — | SAR 48.5K |
| Grade 6 | — | SAR 50.5K |
| Grade 7 | — | SAR 52.5K |
| Grade 8 | — | SAR 54.5K |
| Grade 9 | — | SAR 56.5K |
Other fees(5)
| Deposit· Seat reservation fee, non-refundable in case of withdrawal before the academic year starts. Reserving a seat is for the entire academic year. | SAR 5K |
|---|---|
| Materials· Tuition fees do not include the cost of school books. These are additional expenses. | — |
| Uniform· Uniforms are available for purchase through ZAKs at an additional cost. | — |
| Meals· Tuition fees do not include the cost of lunch meals. | — |
| Bus / transportannual· Round-trip annual transportation. One-way annual is 4,500 SAR. Monthly options also available (500 SAR one-way, 1,000 SAR round-trip). | SAR 8.5K |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 5% - 10%
- Full-payment discount: 5%
Admissions
The school accepts applications for students from Nursery/Pre-K through Grade 9. Prospective families can apply online by submitting student and guardian credentials, with the process managed through the school's dedicated admissions portal. Admission is subject to specific policies, and the school provides a registration form for download.
Calendar
The academic year 2025-2026 follows a structured calendar, with school hours operating from Sunday to Thursday, 07:30 AM to 02:00 PM. The school remains closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
Facilities
About the campus
The school operates campuses in Qortuba and Digital City, providing a student-centered environment that includes classrooms from Nursery to Grade 9. Campus facilities feature a football pitch, a multipurpose court, an ICT lab, an art room, a music room, a library/research center, a science laboratory, a theater, a clinic, and various playgrounds and recess areas. Additionally, the school integrates technology into its pedagogy with a 1:1 device-to-student ratio, providing iPads and Chromebooks to students.
- Dr. Wafa HassanMGIS Operations Director
- Marisa MonroeCurriculum and Instruction Director
- Anna CornejoElementary principal Girls School
- Aisha Al MuteryKindergarten principal
- Samar Al NatshehParent's and Activities Coordinator
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