At AISY, everything we do stems from one core belief: your child belongs in a community where they are known by name, where learning is joyful, and where every voice matters. As a branch of the American International School of Jeddah—an institution families have trusted since 1952—we bring that same standard and care to Yanbu. Our mission, vision, and values are more than words on a wall; they shape how we teach, how we welcome families, and how we help each scholar thrive.
Our Mission
Inspire all scholars through an authentic American international education, facilitating learning, empathy, and aspirations.
This isn’t a distant aspiration—it’s our daily practice. In our small class sizes, every child is known by name. Our teachers combine rigorous academics (American curriculum aligned to AERO and the Common Core) with specialist instruction in Arabic, Islamic Studies, PE, art, and music. We intentionally weave character development and empathy into everything we do, because a complete education grows the whole child: mind, heart, and spirit.
Our Vision
Be a leading learning community committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
What does that mean in practice? It means a classroom where your child’s questions are valued. It means teachers who are selectively recruited and trained to our AISJ standard. It means families and educators as true partners, working together through parent engagement, regular communication, and a shared commitment to helping each scholar discover what they’re capable of.
Our Core Values
Seven foundational principles come to life every day in our classrooms, on our playground, and in how we welcome your family:
Respect
When children feel respected, they flourish. We cultivate positive relationships built on listening to one another—in class, on the playground, and in the way we treat our diverse community.
Honesty and Integrity
We believe trust is earned. Our classrooms, families, and leadership operate with transparency and authenticity, so every person feels safe to be themselves.
Service
Learning through service helps scholars discover their power to make a difference. Our community projects foster responsibility and personal growth.
Cultural Diversity
With 20+ nationalities on our campus, cultural diversity is our greatest strength. We celebrate differences and help every scholar see the world through multiple lenses.
Passion and Commitment
The most powerful learning happens when a child is engaged. We kindle curiosity and help each scholar pursue what matters to them.
Quality Education
A rigorous American education—grounded in proven curriculum and taught by excellent teachers—opens doors and shapes futures.
Community
Our school is a genuine community. We build it through open communication, parent partnerships, and teamwork that puts the child at the center.
A Supportive, Dynamic Community
These values come to life across our Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School programs. Beyond the classroom, we support the comprehensive development of each child through counseling, athletics, and a range of extracurricular activities designed to help scholars discover their strengths and pursue their aspirations.
Does this vision resonate with your family? The best way to see these values in action is to visit the campus and meet our team. Ready to take the next step?
Apply Now or Book a Tour — admissions are open year-round.
For questions, reach our admissions team at admissions@aisy.edu.sa or +966 53 039 7696.