Second Philippine International School

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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The school at a glance

Fees SAR 5,000 - 8,000

Ages Not listed

Opened 2000

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Strengths Academic Enrichment

Clubs Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Academic and Intellectual

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

Second Philippine International School (SPIS) in Riyadh is a non-profit, self-liquidating educational institution serving dependents of Overseas Filipino Workers. Conceptualized in 1998 and established with strong support from the Philippine Embassy and Filipino communities, SPIS received its permit to operate in 1999 and gained accreditation in 2000. The school operates under a Governing Board headed by a Chairman, with a Principal overseeing daily operations and staff development. The campus maintains formal governance and an administrative structure, with the School Administration Office as the point of contact. SPIS delivers standard education in alignment with DepEd guidelines, emphasizing Philippine culture, national identity and character formation so graduates are disciplined, God-loving and ready to contribute to Philippine society when they return home. Teachers participate in seminars to stay current with trends and innovations. Student activities include the Peer Counselors Club and U13 chess events, reinforcing leadership, peer support and intellectual engagement for students.

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The Essentials

Location

Located in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It serves the Filipino community in Riyadh. The school operates as a Philippine international school serving dependents of Overseas Filipino Workers in Riyadh.

Stages

Pre-School; Primary; Intermediate; Junior High; Senior High

Country affiliation

Philippines

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Fees

Application fee
- No fixed application or enrollment fee amount is published by the school. For admission and billing enquiries contact the Finance Department at the school (Finance Dept.: 054 766 3924).

Tuition fees (annual) by year group
- Grades 1–6: SAR 5,000 per year.
- Grades 7–9: SAR 6,000 per year.
- Grades 10–12: most public listings show SAR 6,000 per year; at least one public listing reports SAR 8,000 for Grades 10–12. Parents should note that public listings vary.

Per‑term detail
- The school's published information on public listings shows annual tuition amounts; a per‑term fee breakdown is not published in the publicly available school listings. Where only an annual amount is published, parents should expect that schools may bill either annually or by term according to the school's billing schedule. No per‑term amounts are listed publicly for SPIS.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Public listings indicate that the school offers installment and online payment options (installment bookings and multiple payment providers are shown on school listings). Specific billing schedule dates (term due dates, deposit amounts, or the number of installments) are not published in the public listings.

Boarding fees
- The school operates as a day school; no boarding program or boarding fees are published.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, transport, materials, extracurriculars, miscellaneous)
- Additional charges commonly applied by schools (uniforms, textbooks and stationery, transport, meals, examination or assessment fees, co‑curricular activity fees and miscellaneous fees such as ID or medical cards) are not published with fixed amounts for SPIS in the public listings. A historical example from Philippine international school reporting shows miscellaneous fee categories that can include medical, ID and library cards, laboratory fees and athletics; exact amounts for SPIS are not published.

Refund information
- No published refund policy or published refundable / non‑refundable fee schedule was found in the school's public listings. Refund rules for deposits, registration or tuition are not publicly stated in the available listings.

Fee payment options
- Public listings show online payment and installment/financing options and display payment‑service providers (examples shown on listings include Tamara, Jeel Pay, Amwal, Baseta and BSF). The Finance Department at the school can confirm accepted methods (cash, bank transfer, credit/debit card and the specific online providers or local payment channels used for your account). Contact: Finance Dept.: 054 766 3924.

Summary of data availability
- The school's public website provides contact details but does not publish a detailed, itemised 2026/27 fee schedule. The above annual tuition figures are drawn from current public school listing pages and aggregator entries; where public listings disagree (notably for the upper secondary grades), both reported figures are noted above. Per‑term breakdowns, an official stated application fee, explicit refund terms and a formal billing calendar were not published in the sources consulted. For the most reliable and binding billing details for your child, contact the school's Finance Department at 054 766 3924 or the Registrar Office at 054 766 3912.

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FAQs

Where is Second Philippine International School located and who does it serve?

The school is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, serving dependents of Overseas Filipino Workers and the Filipino community in Riyadh. It operates as a Philippine international day school with non‑profit status and strong support from the Philippine Embassy and the Saudi MOE.

What levels of education does SPIS offer?

SPIS provides Pre‑School through Senior High, covering Primary, Intermediate, Junior High and Senior High levels. It is a non‑profit, self‑liquidating educational institution.

How is SPIS governed and what accreditations does it have?

SPIS is governed by a Governing Board led by a Chairman, with a Principal overseeing daily operations. It was granted a permit to operate in 1999 and accredited by the Philippine Department of Education in 2000, with ongoing support from the MOE and the Philippine Embassy.

What are SPIS's tuition fees by grade?

Grades 1–6 tuition is SAR 5,000 per year; Grades 7–9 is SAR 6,000 per year; Grades 10–12 is usually SAR 6,000, though some public listings show SAR 8,000. The school does not publish a per‑term breakdown; exact billing details should be confirmed with the Finance Department.

Is there a published application fee, and how can I confirm admission costs?

No fixed application or enrollment fee amount is publicly published. For admission and billing details, contact the Finance Department at 054 766 3924.

Are installment options or online payments available?

Public listings indicate that installment and online payment options exist, but specific billing dates and the number of installments are not published. Check with the Finance Department for your account‑level details and accepted payment methods.

What can you tell me about SPIS's overall academic approach?

SPIS serves Pre‑School through Senior High, aiming to deliver standard education to Filipino children in Riyadh and to develop disciplined, God‑loving, nationalistic graduates who can contribute to Philippine society when they return home.

Are there published details on exam results or higher education destinations?

Exam results and university destinations are not published in the available information. The school emphasizes preparing graduates to contribute to Philippine society when they return home.

Is there any information about class sizes or student‑teacher ratios?

There is no public data on class sizes or student‑teacher ratios for SPIS.

What extracurricular activities or clubs does SPIS offer?

The Chronicles mention clubs such as the Peer Counselors Club and U13 chess events. The school also hosts social events like Victory Party and Winter Party to promote student interaction and teamwork.

Are there leadership or character development opportunities?

Leadership and character development are emphasized; mentors focus on virtues and care for students, and clubs like the Peer Counselors Club provide peer leadership experiences.

How does SPIS engage with Philippine culture and community life?

SPIS emphasizes Philippine culture and national identity, with activities and events that highlight Filipino heritage and encourage community involvement.

How does SPIS support student wellbeing?

Wellbeing is supported through counseling talks and a Peer Counselors Club, with a focus on mental wellbeing and social‑emotional development.

What information is available about SEN, EAL, or safeguarding?

There is no published information on SEN or EAL support or safeguarding policies in the available data; you should request specifics from the school.

Is SPIS a day school or boarding option?

SPIS operates as a day school; there is no published boarding option or boarding fees.

How is the school governed and what relations does it have with authorities?

SPIS is governed by a Governing Board with a Chairman and a Principal managing daily operations; it has strong support from the Philippine Embassy and Saudi MOE and operates under DepEd/MOE permits and accreditation.

What accreditations or endorsements does SPIS hold?

SPIS was accredited by the Philippine Department of Education in 2000 and has endorsement/support from the MOE; it operates under a permit granted in 1999.

Are there any public awards listed for SPIS?

Public data does not list any awards for SPIS; the school is noted for serving the Filipino community in line with DepEd/MOE guidelines.

Which languages are taught at SPIS?

Public information does not specify language offerings or bilingual programs at SPIS.

What is the history and mission of SPIS?

SPIS was conceptualized in 1998 to serve dependents of Overseas Filipino Workers in Riyadh, opened in 2000 with strong support from the Philippine Embassy and MOE, and received DepEd accreditation in 2000.

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