Welcome to King's College
Your Journey Begins Here
At King’s College Riyadh, education is about more than academic success. It is about building confidence, encouraging curiosity, and helping every child grow into a capable, caring young person.
As the first British private school in Saudi Arabia, King’s College Riyadh combines a distinguished British heritage with a forward-looking approach for families in Riyadh. Ours is a warm, ambitious community where every student is known, supported, and encouraged to thrive.
Here, you will find everything you need for a smooth start, from key documents to practical guidance for the first days of school life.
Principal’s Welcome
Dear Parents,
It is my pleasure to welcome you to King’s College Riyadh, and to thank you for choosing our school for your child’s education.
At King’s, we provide an outstanding British international education in a warm, inclusive, and ambitious environment. With small class sizes, specialist teaching, and strong pastoral care, we support every child to grow in confidence, character, and curiosity.
We are proud to offer an education that is globally minded, locally grounded, and shaped by deep respect for the culture and traditions of Saudi Arabia.
Welcome to our community. We look forward to the journey ahead.
Warm regards,
Jacqueline Doran
Principal
Parents Handbook
Our Parent Handbook brings together the key information you need for a smooth and confident start to the school year. From daily routines and school expectations to uniform, communication, and wider school life, it is designed to help you feel informed, prepared, and ready for the term ahead.
We encourage all families to read it before the start of school.
Campus Safety and ID Access
At King’s College Riyadh, safeguarding is a shared responsibility and the safety of every child is our highest priority.
All parents, staff, and authorised visitors are expected to follow campus access procedures at all times. Any identification or access requirements will be shared with families before the start of term to help ensure that arrival, collection, and movement around the campus remain safe, smooth, and secure.
Catering and School Dining
Healthy, balanced meals are an important part of the school day. Our dining provision at King’s College Riyadh is designed to support wellbeing, independence, and a positive sense of community.
Families will receive guidance on meal arrangements, ordering processes, and any relevant account set-up information before the start of term, so that everything is ready from day one.
Uniform Guidelines
Our uniform reflects a sense of pride, belonging, and shared identity. At King’s College Riyadh, we expect students to wear their uniform smartly and with confidence, ready for learning and school life each day.
Our uniform guide includes details on the required items for daily wear and PE, along with any practical information families need before the beginning of term.
Term Dates
Stay up-to-date with our academic calendar. Find out the start and end dates for each term, including half-term breaks and holiday periods.
School Timings
Ensure your child is punctual and ready for each school day. Learn about our daily schedules, including arrival and dismissal times and after-school care options.
Co-Curricular Activities
At King’s College Riyadh, our co-curricular programme plays an important role in helping students explore interests, discover new strengths, and build confidence.
From sport and music to creative, academic, and enrichment activities, students are encouraged to get involved, try something new, and enjoy being part of the wider life of the school.
School Bus Service
Our school transport service is designed to give families peace of mind, with student safety, reliability, and care at the heart of every journey.
Click below to find out more information on routes, timings, and registration.
Parent Community
Joining King’s College Riyadh means becoming part of a welcoming and connected school community.
We value the partnership between school and home, and we encourage families to take an active role in school life wherever possible. Through events, gatherings, and shared experiences, parents will have many opportunities to build relationships with one another and feel part of the wider King’s community.