Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions a family makes. AISY — the American International School of Yanbu, a branch of the American International School of Jeddah — brings a 70-year legacy of trusted American education to the Royal Commission community in Yanbu. Here is what that means for your child, every day.
What sets AISY apart
1. An AISJ legacy your family can trust
AISY is a branch of the American International School of Jeddah, established in 1952. AISJ is U.S.-accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NESA). AISY carries those standards and that care directly to Yanbu — the same quality families have relied on for more than 70 years, now on the Red Sea coast.
2. An authentic American curriculum, PreK3–Grade 8
We teach a genuine American curriculum — not an adaptation. Our program is aligned to AERO standards and the Common Core (CCSS) and spans Preschool (PreK3, PreK4, Kindergarten; ages 3–5), Elementary (Grades 1–5), and Middle School (Grades 6–8). Specialist classes in Arabic, Islamic Studies, PE, art, and music enrich every scholar’s week. Academics, arts, and character — together, from the first day.
3. Every child known by name
Small class sizes are not a footnote — they are the foundation of how we teach. When a class is small, a teacher knows how each scholar learns, what excites them, and where they need encouragement. No child disappears into the background at AISY. Every scholar is seen, supported, and challenged as an individual.
4. Selectively recruited, deeply committed teachers
Our faculty are experienced professionals recruited for both subject expertise and genuine passion for teaching young learners. We follow a rigorous hiring process to ensure every teacher is qualified, mission-driven, and committed to the whole-child approach that defines an AISY education.
5. A real community, built for relocating families
AISY is home to 20+ nationalities, 30+ community events a year, and 12+ after-school activities — and admissions are open year-round. We know that expat and relocating families cannot always time a move to an academic calendar. Whenever you arrive in Yanbu, there is a place ready for your child and a community ready to welcome your family.
Questions before you apply? Our admissions team is glad to help — reach us at admissions@aisy.edu.sa or +966 53 039 7696.
Comparing schools in Yanbu? What to look for
Yanbu has several international and private schools, and every family weighs them differently. Wherever you look, five questions separate a strong school from a bright brochure:
- Who accredits the school, and is the curriculum authentic? Ask which standards teachers actually plan against. AISY teaches an American curriculum aligned to AERO standards and the Common Core, backed by AISJ — established 1952.
- How large are the classes? Size decides whether your child is a name or a number. AISY keeps classes small so every scholar is known individually.
- Who is in front of your child? Ask how teachers are recruited and supported. Ours are selectively recruited, many with international school experience.
- What happens beyond academics? Look for Arabic and Islamic Studies for native speakers, art, music, PE, and after-school activities — all part of the AISY day.
- Can you visit before deciding? A school confident in its classrooms will show you them. Book a tour and see ours for yourself — no obligation.
Comparing tuition and fees across schools in Yanbu is part of the same picture; ours are published in full, with nothing hidden below the line.
Ready to see it for yourself?
The best way to understand AISY is to walk the campus, meet the teachers, and watch your child’s face light up. We welcome visits any time of year.
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Already decided? Apply Now — the application takes a few minutes and admissions are open year-round.
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