
New Crescent International School
Founded 2011
Updated July 2026
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New Crescent International School is a private institution in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, established in 2011, offering a British-based curriculum for students from Kindergarten through Grade VI. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education within a secure, IT-enabled campus environment.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
New Crescent International School aims to enlighten tender minds by providing quality education that respects international ideals of integral growth and development. It strives for holistic excellence through a vibrant ambiance and continuous review of teaching and assessment standards to ensure compatibility with global educational needs.
Programmes
The school follows the British curriculum (IGCSE/A-Level framework). The Kindergarten section (KG 1–3) focuses on English, Math, Science, and Quran, alongside auxiliary subjects like phonics and art. Grades I to VI include compulsory subjects such as English, Math, Science, Arabic, French, and Islamic studies, with additional instruction in computer skills, Saudi history and culture, and moral science. Boys and girls are taught in separate sections from Grade 1 onwards.
Outcomes
The school reports that students have achieved success in both academic and non-academic areas. It aims to mold children into socially committed citizens and prepares them to contribute to and succeed in a rapidly changing global society.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1 to support individual attention. It provides a structured environment for students, though it notes that it reserves the right to remove students from the register if they exhibit behavioral issues, such as hyperactivity or autism, that the school is not equipped to manage.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does New Crescent International School offer?
- New Crescent International School offers IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
- What ages does New Crescent International School teach?
- New Crescent International School enrolls students aged 3 to 12.
- Is New Crescent International School co-educational?
- New Crescent International School is a co-ed school.
- Where is New Crescent International School located?
- New Crescent International School is an international school in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school admits children aged three to twelve years, with registration typically opening in the first week of February for the upcoming academic year. Admission is based on the priority of registration and performance in an entrance test, which covers English and Mathematics for KG 3 and Grade 1 and above. Annual fees range from SR 10,000 for Kindergarten to SR 13,000 for Grades IV to VI, excluding VAT.
Calendar
The academic year runs from September to June. Tuition fees are payable in two terms, with the first payment due at the time of admission and the second by January 10th.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features an eight-story building equipped with IT-enabled classrooms, smart boards, and virtual learning capabilities. Specialized facilities include a library, a computer lab, a science lab, a phonic and language lab, an audio-visual room, and a medical room. Security measures include CCTV surveillance, fire prevention systems, and dedicated security staff.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of auxiliary activities to support holistic development. These include art and craft, physical education, and library sessions. Students also engage in learning activities designed to complement their core academic studies.


Sameera Rashid AhamedDirector
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