Buckswood School Riyadh
- British
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 11.7K–15.8K
SAR 43.9K–59.3K · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
Buckswood School Riyadh is a British-style school in Riyadh that combines British educational traditions, Saudi culture and an international outlook. Arabic and Islamic Studies, STEAM and digital literacy are key parts of the programme. The school has been officially authorised as an IB World School.
Key facts
Source: Compiled from public sources
Info checked 2026-11-01
Curriculum
British · IB PYP
Ages
Ages 3–12
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1933
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| KG 1 | SAR 43,900≈ USD 11.7K |
| KG 2 | SAR 44,900≈ USD 12K |
| KG 3 | SAR 45,750≈ USD 12.2K |
| Grade 1 | SAR 47,800≈ USD 12.7K |
| Grade 2 | SAR 49,860≈ USD 13.3K |
| Grade 3 | SAR 51,250≈ USD 13.7K |
| Grade 4 | SAR 53,813≈ USD 14.3K |
| Grade 5 | SAR 56,503≈ USD 15.1K |
| Grade 6 | SAR 59,328≈ USD 15.8K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| KG 1 | SAR 43,900 (about USD 11.7K) |
| KG 2 | SAR 44,900 (about USD 12K) |
| KG 3 | SAR 45,750 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Grade 1 | SAR 47,800 (about USD 12.7K) |
| Grade 2 | SAR 49,860 (about USD 13.3K) |
| Grade 3 | SAR 51,250 (about USD 13.7K) |
| Grade 4 | SAR 53,813 (about USD 14.3K) |
| Grade 5 | SAR 56,503 (about USD 15.1K) |
| Grade 6 | SAR 59,328 (about USD 15.8K) |
Source: school website (buckswood.sa) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Buckswood School Riyadh (this school) | SAR 43,900 (about USD 11.7K) | SAR 59,328 (about USD 15.8K) |
| One World International School, Riyadh | SAR 37,260 (about USD 9.94K) | SAR 62,100 (about USD 16.6K) |
| SEK International School Riyadh | SAR 31,500 (about USD 8.4K) | SAR 73,500 (about USD 19.6K) |
| Abdulaziz International School Al-Sulaimaniah | SAR 30,000 (about USD 8K) | SAR 46,000 (about USD 12.3K) |
| Downe House Riyadh | SAR 54,855 (about USD 14.6K) | SAR 97,520 (about USD 26K) |
| Al Noor International School | SAR 12,600 (about USD 3.36K) | SAR 20,475 (about USD 5.46K) |
Source: school website (buckswood.sa) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. Reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- STEM
- Languages
- Outdoor education
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Sports field
- Library
- Lab
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QPMF+JQG, Al Izdihar, Riyadh 12486
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