Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
870 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
55 |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:6, the majority of our students are international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
At our school, technology is integrated into daily teaching and learning to enhance engagement, collaboration, and independent study. Classrooms are equipped with interactive screens and digital resources that support dynamic, student-centred lessons.
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| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
At our school, technology plays an important role in ensuring continuity of learning. During rainy days or unforeseen disruptions, we use Microsoft Teams to keep classes running smoothly through live online lessons. Previously, during the COVID-19 pandemic, we successfully used Zoom as a remote learning platform |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
The school does not teach or promote any specific religion, nor does it require students to practise religion as part of school life. We respect all religions and beliefs and do not discuss religious matters within the school curriculum. However, the majority of our students are Muslim, and the school maintains an inclusive and respectful environment for all. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
| Results in these examinations |
Our pupils consistently achieve high results in Cambridge examinations. In A Level, 36–39% of students achieve A–A* grades, while 36% achieve an A grade at AS Level. At IGCSE, 48.32% of pupils achieve A* grades.
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, they do |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
For each year group, a homework timetable is in place to ensure that students have a balanced and manageable homework schedule. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Over 90% of JPGS' pupils progress to universities in UK, US, and Canada. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
AT JPGS we deploy a number of Learning Support Assistants and Teaching Assistants strategically to work with individuals requiring additional support. We deliver a number of additional specialist programmes to help 'bridge the gap' including tagreted literacy, numeracy, social and emotional needs.
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| Learning support offered |
Targeted in class support is provided for individuals with additional needs. Additional specialist withdrawal may take placed for students with more complex learning needs and takes place in our Personalised Learning Centre (inclusion Hub). |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
All teachers provide additional challenges and extensions for students who are gifted and talented. Individuals are also selected to take part in additional initiatives to further develop their skillset. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
All external support is commissioned privately by parents. All external reports are shared with our SENDCo who works closely with external partners. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. The school conducts age-appropriate entry assessments for all prospective students prior to enrolment |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The type of assessment varies by year group:
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| Waiting list |
Yes. Admission offers are subject to availability. If a class reaches capacity, the school may close admissions for that year group and establish a waiting list. When the number of applications exceeds the places available, applicants are placed on a waiting list, which is maintained until the end of Term 2 only. After this point, the waiting list is closed and availability is reviewed for subsequent admissions |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Admissions for the new academic year open in January of each year and remain open until the end of Term 2 of the new academic year, subject to availability. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. The school allows students to join an academic year that has already started, subject to availability.
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| School start time |
It starts at 7:40 am |
| School finish time |
The school day finishes at 2:30 pm; however, we offer extracurricular activities that run until 3:30 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
JPGS pride ourselves with the range of Academic, Social, Community and External Clubs and Extra-Curricular Activities on offer, JPGS has always had a variety of interesting after school clubs to cater for all types of interests expanding well past the academic daily lessons. JPGS is also provider of the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and host Model United Nations Conferences. |
| Sports activities included |
Swimming, volleyball, football, multisport activities are all part of the school curriculum |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes. JPGS has a very successful sporting team presence within the Kingdom and Gulf. The sports team is named named " Wolves" .JPGS are current champions of Volleyball in the Kingdom and have very competitive sporting teams that take part in a variety of National and Gulf/International Competitions and Tournaments. |
| Facilities at the school |
Canteen, library, sports hall, gym, science labs, computer labs, music room |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Football pitch, swimming pool, gym |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Jeddah Prep and Grammar School, founded in 1967, is renowned for high academic standards and timeless values like discipline and teamwork. For almost 60 years, JPGS has provided an exceptional British education in Jeddah, blending tradition with innovation. As a Cambridge-accredited school, we offer internationally recognised qualifications (IGCSE and A-Level) through the Cambridge Assessment framework, preparing pupils for success at leading universities around the world. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
JPGS provides a rigorous British curriculum in a nurturing environment, fostering critical thinking creativity and character. Through strong parent partnerships and qualified staff, JPGS prepares well-rounded pupils for academic success and global citizenship. |