Powered by GEMS Education’s global legacy of excellence, GAISR offers a future-ready, inquiry-based education through the American Curriculum and the prestigious IB Diploma Programme. Our purpose-built campus in central Riyadh features cutting-edge learning environments where AI, robotics, and coding are foundational.
Powered by GEMS Education’s global legacy of excellence, GAISR offers a future-ready, inquiry-based education through the American Curriculum and the prestigious IB Diploma Programme. Our purpose-built campus in central Riyadh features cutting-edge learning environments where AI, robotics, and coding are foundational.
Admissions for the 2025–26 academic year are now open, with seats available from PreK to Grade 5. We welcome families seeking exceptional, internationally recognized education in the Kingdom.
Admissions for the 2025–26 academic year are now open, with seats available from PreK to Grade 5. We welcome families seeking exceptional, internationally recognized education in the Kingdom.
Our Curriculum
A Dual-Pathway Curriculum Designed for Future-Ready Learners
Our Curriculum
A Dual-Pathway Curriculum Designed for Future-Ready Learners
International American Curriculum
A personalized, inquiry-based program that nurtures independent thinking, global citizenship, and holistic development, with technology seamlessly integrated to enrich learning across all subjects.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
As an IB World School, GAISR provides globally recognized, rigorous program that promotes intellectual growth, independence, and intercultural understanding.
Why Choose GAISR?
Why Choose GAISR?
The GEMS Difference
GAISR is strengthened by its affiliation with GEMS Education, a renowned global network of private educational institutions. This connection ensures that GAISR benefits from GEMS’ established expertise and innovative approach, guaranteeing excellence in education and a positive impact on students, families, and the wider community.
The GEMS Difference
GAISR is strengthened by its affiliation with GEMS Education, a renowned global network of private educational institutions. This connection ensures that GAISR benefits from GEMS’ established expertise and innovative approach, guaranteeing excellence in education and a positive impact on students, families, and the wider community.
Meet the GAISR Leadership Team
At GEMS American International School Riyadh (GAISR), our leadership team brings together a diverse blend of global experience, educational excellence, and a shared commitment to nurturing future-ready learners. Get to know the people guiding our school forward
Meet the GAISR Leadership Team
At GEMS American International School Riyadh (GAISR), our leadership team brings together a diverse blend of global experience, educational excellence, and a shared commitment to nurturing future-ready learners. Get to know the people guiding our school forward
David Pontich
Vice President Academic
David Pontich has served as Vice President of Education at Egypt Education Platform (EEP) since 2022. With leadership experience across Australia, the UK, Canada, Jordan, and Qatar, he brings a strategic and global approach to school development. His work has consistently driven growth and improvement in every school he has led.
Adele O’Doherty
Academic Director
Adèle shapes GAISR’s academic vision by blending international best practices with deep regional insight. A former founding principal in Saudi Arabia, she is also a recognized voice at education conferences in the UK and the region.
Hanady Fawzy
Principal
Hanady brings a strong focus on early and primary education, shaped by an international career across Egypt, Qatar, Russia, Poland, and Hong Kong. She creates a caring and inspiring school culture.
Founding Families Offer
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Admissions now open for Pre-K to Grade 5
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