About Our Schools
Modern Global International Schools are located in Riyadh with two locations: within the Wadi Qurtoba Compound and Digital City. MGIS is committed to teaching and enforcing high-quality academic standards for grades Nursery-G8. MGIS strives to cultivate an educational environment in which students can grow and explore learning. Through smaller class settings, student-centered learning an various research-based practices, the school prepares engaged and committed learners.
Academics
Our curriculum is interactive, engaging and student-centered in which students receive a combination of rigorous instruction delivered via teacher, digital and online learning resources. MIGS blended instructional approach identifies and supports students' individual interests, culture, multiple intelligences and learning styles assuring that students will be prepared and meet Ministry of Education, and College and Carrer Readiness Standards.
| Number of students |
620 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
32 |
| Most common nationality |
Saudi |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
53% Saudi |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Many |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
No |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic and French |
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Interactive whiteboards, Class Dojo, Classera Chrome Books, projectors |
| 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) |
During Covid 19 the school used Classera as the online environment |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Islam is taught to all Muslims |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
They get a class on culture |
| External examinations or assessments available |
None |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
30 minutes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Differentiation in the classroom |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
An academic evaluation and for KG, we include an observational assessment regarding social skills. |
| Waiting list |
In some grades |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
On going |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
7:40 |
| School finish time |
2:00 but 1:20 for KG |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Lunch is available for an extra fee |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Sports, Art, Music |
| Sports activities included |
PE is twice a week |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Science labs, music room, art room, outside playgrounds, computer lab, cafeteria |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Football pitch, basketball |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Modern Global International Schools (MGIS) offer campuses in both Qortuba and Digital City. We are committed to teaching and reaching high-quality academic standards for scholars, Nursery- Grade 8. We pride ourselves on our family environment where students feel safe to grow and explore. Our mission is: Transforming educational communities by fostering academic excellence, positive character, and appreciation of cultures. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We believe that children learn best when they are involved in meaningful, purposeful activities that guide them to safely interact with their environment in authentic ways, constructing knowledge through planning, exploration, experimentation, and reflection. |
MGIS curriculum follows the US Common Core Standards with high fidelity to academic rigor and to provide the knowledge and skills required to be college and career ready.
By achieving curriculum objectives, MGIS teaching methodology embeds character values with academic training to develop student competency as well as curiosity.
MGIS implements a curriculum aligned to the US Core Common Standards for Math, English Language Arts and Science. The US Common Core Standards is enhanced by extracurricular activities to cater to the holistic needs of students. Technology is also central to MGIS pedagogy.
Modern Global International Schools provide a safe, engaging student-centered environment that includes:
- Library with rich, diverse texts
- Music and art studio
- Computer and science labs
- Classrooms equipped with advanced educational tools and technology
- Gym, indoor/outdoor play areas
- Modern cafeteria
- Medical clinic
- Nursery for infants and toddlers
The MGIS Qortuba Campus, located next to the Wadi Qortuba Compound in Riyadh, caters to students of ages 0 - 14. The school has a Nursery for the young ones and then start KG at age 3. Currently, we cater to grade 8 but have the approval to offer grade 9.
The campus has a designated Boy's section from Grades 4 - 8, a library, science labs, computer labs, outdoor play areas, a gym, and an art lab.
Active learning is integral to the school's approach to education and the students build confidence while demonstrating their learning.
The beautiful campus caters to students of ages 0 - 12. The school has a Nursery for the young ones and then start KG at age 3. Currently, we cater to grade 6.
The campus has a designated KG section from Nursery to KG3 and a separate building for the Primary grades 1 - 6. The campus has libraries, science labs, computer labs, outdoor play areas, a gym, and art labs.
Active learning is integral to the school's approach to education and the students build confidence while demonstrating their learning.
The MGIS Digital City Campus, located in the heart of Riyadh, Digital City is Saudi Arabia’s first mixed-use development with commercial, residential, and retail offerings.
We’re delighted that you’re considering Modern Global International Schools for your child’s education.
Please call or email our Admissions team, with any questions.
We’re looking forward to answering all of your questions and welcoming your family to our school.
