
Pakistan International School (English Section) Riyadh
PISESFounded 1995
Updated July 2026
Pakistan International School, Riyadh (English Section) is a non-profit, English-medium institution established in 1995 to serve the educational needs of children aged 3 to 18 from the Pakistani community.
Teaching approach
The school is committed to providing quality education to the Pakistani community in Riyadh, aiming to develop the 'whole child' in a happy and secure environment. It focuses on character building and equipping students with the skills necessary to compete internationally and contribute positively to society. The institution operates under the supervision of the Embassy of Pakistan, with the Ambassador serving as Patron-in-Chief.
Programmes
The academic programme is divided into three stages: Pre-School, which follows the Foundation Stage Early Learning Goals; Junior School, which focuses on a rich and informative education; and Senior School (grades 8-12), which is based on the British National Curriculum. The school prepares students for external examinations, including Cambridge IGCSE and qualifications from Pearson Edexcel, and maintains a virtual learning system via Microsoft Teams.
Student support
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Pakistan International School (English Section) Riyadh offer?
- Pakistan International School (English Section) Riyadh offers British EYFS, National Curriculum (England) and IGCSE.
- What ages does Pakistan International School (English Section) Riyadh teach?
- Pakistan International School (English Section) Riyadh enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
- Where is Pakistan International School (English Section) Riyadh located?
- Pakistan International School (English Section) Riyadh is an international school in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school manages admissions through a formal process requiring the submission of specific documentation and fees. Prospective families can check the status of their applications online using a candidate’s Iqama number. The school reserves the right to cancel registration if required documents and fees are not submitted by established deadlines.
Calendar
The school operates on an academic session that charges fees for ten months of the year, regardless of the actual number of working or study months. The academic calendar includes specific periods for final examinations, which impact fee obligations for students in various grade levels.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus includes a well-equipped art room that supports both regular lessons and co-curricular activities, such as sketching, painting, collage, and craft work using recycled materials. Additionally, the school provides a dedicated video room for pre-school and junior school students, which is used for both educational and entertainment purposes.
- Muhammad TanveerPrincipal
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British EYFS
IGCSE