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School details
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels
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| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Admissions are done based on the placement exam result and availability of space. A student seeking admission to class 2 through 12 should appear for a placement exam in English & Math and achieve a passing grade of 50% . The placement exam will test students in the material covered in the previous class. However for students of grade 1 and KG, the admission is based on an interview with the coordinator of the concerned section. |
| School start time |
Kindergarten: 8:00
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| School finish time |
Kindergarten: 12:15
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Middle East International School was established in 1998 by Dr. Ahmad Al Mutib, to serve the educational needs of the expatriate student community of Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is located in the center of the city, in Al Murouj area. The school serves as an ideal site for teaching and learning as its location offers the community access to education with serene vicinity. Serving grades KG to 12, the school offers American curriculum for all grades and IGCSE from Grade 9 to 12. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
MEIS aims to provide a high standard of education to a multicultural, multilingual group of students. Since its inception, MEIS has emerged as one of the leading educational institutions in Riyadh, dedicated to helping an international blend of students meet today’s challenges and become responsible citizens through cooperation and team work. |