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CityRiyadh
CurriculumAmerican
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 21 students / class
Maximum 24 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
School's webpage:
Yearly fees: from: ﷼ 23,000
to: ﷼ 32,000
Address: Abdulrahman Uzzam, Al Izdihar, Riyadh 12485, Saudi Arabia
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All the details about this school in their own words

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Number of students

6000

Number of nationalities represented in the school

41

Most common nationality

Saudi Arabia

Ratio of local students to international students

60%

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

24

Average number of students per class

21

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

All Classes covered by Smart-board and LMS

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)

Yes

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

Yes
Islamic

External examinations or assessments available

SAT practice tests

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

Depends on the subject and grade level.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

1005

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Al-Forsan does accept students who are able to work towards the successful
completion of Al-Forsan’s academic requirements. The School recognizes that
some of its students will have special learning needs or differences that require
learning support. Appropriate services and programs for these students will be
provided within the limits and capacity of the school’s resources and personnel. The school is, however, unable to provide an educational program to a student who has severe physical, mental, or emotional needs.

Learning support offered

FIS provides a limited resource program for students requiring additional support in
ELL, Reading, English, Mathematics and Study Skills; with extra practice and
individual attention in a small group setting. This program is available for Elementary
and Middle School students.

Student access to education psychologist

Yes

Entry evaluation for students

Yes

Brief description of entry evaluation required

MAP Test

Waiting list

Yes

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

September 1st

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School start time

7:10 am

School finish time

KG1 and KG2: 12:00 am
KG3 - G9: 1:30 pm

Supervised care before/after school

No

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

No

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

The school offers many clubs and activities.

Sports activities included

Physical education

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Sports facilities at the school

Playground
Swimming pool

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Al-Forsan International School is unique in the international Education and
creative in qualifying the future generations to meet their era demands and being
committed to their culture and identity.

Al-Forsan International School inspires, challenges and empowers students to realize their unique potential: academically, intellectually, socially, ethically, and
internationally.

Teaching approach of the school

Al-Forsan's educational philosophy:
- Inspire to create opportunities for each student to explore and develop his or her
potential.
- Support local values and culture while nurturing a sense of international
mindedness.
- Ensure a challenging curriculum that meets students’ social and developmental
students’ needs.
- Empower students and staff for success at school and beyond.

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