About us

 

International Schools Group (formerly Saudi Arabian International Schools - SAIS) consists of three divisions: the American division based on a U.S. model curriculum; the British division delivering the British National curriculum; and the International division patterned after a U.S. curriculum with the addition of a National Languages Program offering Arabic, Hindi, Filipino, and Urdu. Our programs accommodate every level of elementary and secondary education beginning with Pre-reception or Pre-KG and culminating in full High School and Key Stage Four programs.


The four schools within the American division are fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. This accreditation is accepted and recognized throughout the world. As a whole, the SAT10 standardized test scores average well above the US national norm. Dhahran British Grammar School participates fully in the British National Curriculum. "End of Key Stage" National Curriculum testing is completed every year with high results. Dhahran British Grammar School was accredited by the Council of International Schools (www.cois.org) in November 2009 and successfully completed the demanding OFSTED inspection process in 1997 - 1998. The International Division schools gained accreditation on December 1, 2004 through the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.


As of May 2010, the proposed Dhahran Baccalaureate Centre received approval as an official candidate school from the International Baccalaureate Organization (www.ibo.org). With this approval, International Schools Group is one step closer to making the Dhahran Baccalaureate Centre a reality. Once approved by the IBO, ISG will offer the first IB classes during the 2011 school year. Please consult the Dhahran Baccalaureate Centre page on this website for further updates.


Incorporated into the three major divisions, ISG has seven individual schools in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Despite diverse locations, our schools maintain a common focus. Diversity in geographic location, student population, and core divisional curricula provide invaluable strengths. Through technology, we keep in contact with each other as we strive to educate future citizens of the world.


Our student population represents over forty different countries. The American and British divisions are staffed with Western-trained educators. The International division meets the needs of a multi-national student population with a multi-national and highly-qualified teaching staff.

 

American Division:
Dhahran Elementary / Middle School (Grades Pre-KG – 8)
Dhahran High School (Grades 9 – 12)
ISG Jubail (Grades 7 –10)
Yanbu International School (Grades Pre-Kg – 12)
American division schools are accredited by the US Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.


British Division:
Dhahran British Grammar School (Pre-reception – Year 11)
Dhahran British Grammar School is accredited by the Council of International Schools and has passed an OFSTED - style accreditation process for international schools.
Sara Village School (Foundation Stage – Year 6)


International Division:
ISG Dammam (Grades Pre-KG – 12)
International division schools are accredited by the US Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.


International Primary Curriculum:
ISG Jubail (Grades Pre-KG – 6)
ISG Jubail (formerly Jubail American School and Jubail British School) is accredited by the US Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

 

Our Mission

 

International Schools Group is a multi-cultural organization of accredited schools in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia offering a challenging world-class education. We endeavor to ensure that our students aspire to their fullest potential to become capable of a lifetime of high achievement, driven by integrity, acceptance of others and personal ambition. 


This will be achieved through excellent programs implemented by dedicated professional educators in a safe and nurturing environment.  Open communication and honesty are at the heart of our  partnership with students, parents and community.

 

Our Beliefs

 

We believe that:

  • Student learning must be the primary focus of the decisions affecting our schools.
  • Development of the whole child socially, physically, intellectually and emotionally is imperative to success.
  • We value our students as unique individuals and treat them with dignity; all our students are worthy of this respect.
  • By inspiring our students they will contribute to society as knowledgeable, responsible and cultured citizens.
  • Differences in learning styles exist; therefore, students have the right to learn in a way that brings them personal success.
  • Activities beyond the curriculum that foster leadership, confidence and teamwork are essential to the development of the whole child.
  • Students learn best and are most successful when the learning environment is safe and secure.
  • Understanding and acknowledging the values of all cultures and diversity is essential and enriches the learning environment.
  • Effective education requires appropriate facilities where students experience security, care, dignity and respect.
  • The recruitment, professional development and retention of excellent employees are of vital importance to our success.
  • Good morale is critical to the success of our schools.
  • Our co-educational programs must be accomplished in a manner consistent with the regulations of the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Education.

 

Our Graduate Profile

 

A graduate of an ISG school is expected to:

  • Possess an understanding of the major fields of knowledge necessary for success in adult life.
  • Read critically, write with clarity, listen carefully and speak effectively.
  • Make realistic goals and continually strive to attain them.
  • Be an independent, critical thinker and a competent problem solver.
  • Collaborate and work well with others while respecting their right to voice their opinions.
  • Possess a strong self-awareness and positive self-image.
  • Possess a sound work ethic.
  • Have a capacity for creativity and originality.
  • Possess personal integrity and an awareness of ethical behavior.  
  • Respect diversity and demonstrate cultural sensitivity.
  • Be flexible, resilient and adaptable.
  • Possess the skills to function in their environment.
  • Develop sound habits of physical and nutritional health.
  • Demonstrate intellectual curiosity.