Grades K-12

The International and Boys and Girls schools provides students with a rich education, building a solid foundation of strong skills, habits of mind and personal attributes that allow them to become responsible, engaged citizens. The curriculum prepares them to make a smooth transition into the educational system they choose to attend next.

KAUST Schools

The core curriculum for grades K – 12 is based on exceptional, internationally recognized materials and teaching approaches. The curriculum includes:

  • languages
  • math
  • science
  • social studies
  • technology
  • art
  • physical education and
  • personal development

KAIS's Boys and Girls Schools also includes an expanded program in Arabic language.

KAUST Schools

The program encourages students to be active, compassionate, lifelong learners. Learning experiences are designed to be memorable and meaningful with collaboration and real-world experience built in.

Tim Ilse, Interim School Director, notes, "This is a state-of-the-art learning environment with outstanding facilities, advanced technology, an engaging, challenging curriculum, and dedicated, highly skilled teachers. There are tremendous opportunities here for personal and academic growth that will enrich the lives of all of our students."

KAUST Schools

Each school provides social programs through extracurricular activities, community service, and opportunities to develop civic awareness and responsibility, team spirit, and respect for the environment.

School facilities will include:

  • state-of-the-art classrooms
  • library and media center facilities
  • language and computer labs
  • music rooms
  • art rooms
  • gym and athletic facilities
  • swimming pools
  • soccer fields
  • computer labs
  • cafeterias
  • specialized science laboratories/classrooms