SEK International School Riyadh

The school is committed to providing a high-quality, rigorous international education that fosters a passion for learning. It focuses on developing students' critical thinking skills, intellectual curiosity, and ability to think for themselves. The educational model emphasizes the development of balanced, socially and emotionally intelligent individuals who are principled, entrepreneurial, and committed to positive change at both local and global levels.

SEK International School Riyadh is an authorized IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and is a candidate school for the Diploma Programme (DP). The curriculum is designed to offer a continuum of IB education from age 3 to 18, adapted for the Saudi Arabian context. While English is the primary language of instruction, the school provides opportunities for students to develop fluency in Arabic, Spanish, and other languages.

SEK International School Riyadh aims to prepare students to become balanced global citizens, lifelong learners, and creative problem solvers. The school is currently pursuing formal accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), which will allow it to award a fully recognized US High School Diploma. It also maintains a strong focus on preparing students for university entrance through its commitment to the International Baccalaureate framework.

The school emphasizes a student-centered approach that focuses on critical thinking, social-emotional intelligence, and the development of the whole child. It utilizes the SEK Future Learning Model, which incorporates technology such as iPads, robotics, and smart boards, alongside a 'Smart Classroom' methodology to provide personalized support. The school is also committed to maintaining high-quality learning through hybrid and online infrastructure if required.

SEK International School Riyadh welcomes applications for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 11 (ages 3 to 16). The school maintains a formal admissions policy and encourages interested families to make an enquiry through the school's website or by contacting the admissions office directly. Prospective families are invited to visit the campus in the Al Rabie district to learn more about the school's educational offerings.

The campus, located in the Al Rabie district of Riyadh, features state-of-the-art facilities designed to enhance learning. These include two large indoor multi-purpose halls for sports and arts, two Learning Hubs for research, two Creativity Hubs for visual and performing arts, and two Maker Spaces for technology and entrepreneurship. The school also provides two multi-purpose atriums, extensive shaded outdoor play areas, and dedicated specialist learning spaces for Early Years, sciences, and languages.

The school integrates sports, arts, technology, and various activities into its holistic educational model to support student health and wellbeing. Students participate in initiatives such as the SEK Scientific Congress, where they present research projects, and engage in various roles including speakers and communication managers. Additionally, the school offers webinars on topics such as global citizenship, cultural communication, and mindfulness to support student development.