Where Education Meets Culture
The name of the school “Al Hamraa” was inspired from Al – Hambra Palace located in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. Built in the 14 th century, it is one of the most popular buildings in Andalusia exhibiting Muslim art. Exploring this palace will show that it is not just a palace but an Islamic building integrated into the surroundings. Reflecting this, Al Hamraa School was built in the heart of Jeddah in 1995. Since then, Al Hamraa School has established and promoted a rich cultured environment in the city of Jeddah.
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Our History: From Humble Beginnings to International Recognition
Al Hamraa International Schools, founded in 1995 as a kindergarten with a Montessori foundation, has grown steadily to include up to Grade 6.
- In 2001, it expanded to Middle and High School levels, integrating the Ministry's curriculum with a strong English program for excellent qualifications.
- In 2012, The school adopted an American Diploma Program.
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Academic Profile
The school is following the American Diploma system. The courses that make up the curriculum are carefully selected to prepare and strengthen the knowledge and skills of the students by providing the most proven educational strategies and knowledge. Course curriculum encompasses learning theory, educational foundation, brain theory, best practices, curriculum development, standards and assessments.
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Accreditation
Al Hamraa International Schools is accredited by NCA, CASI, NWAC and SACS, CASI, accreditation divisions of Cognia.
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25 th Anniversary
In 2019 – 2020 Al Hamraa enthusiastically celebrated its 25 th anniversary surrounded by families, students, alumni and the community. Al Hamraa takes a leap into the future, confident that the journey it took in 1995 will lead to raise a creative, and unique generation, influential in its community and the world.
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Strategic Plan
Al Hamraa International School’s strategic plan focuses on improving students’ achievement, increase their engagement and their responsibility in learning. It will focus on attracting, developing, retaining, motivated, innovative, engaging and professional teachers, who will identify and use multiple measures of students learning. Moreover, the strategic plan will focus on improving school’s communication with parents and the community, while promoting parental and community support for students’ learning and increase school’s involvement in community service. Additionally, the strategic plan will concentrate on maximizing the school’s performance and optimizing the school’s learning environment. Within each of the outcome areas, Al Hamraa International School leaders defined their goals and objectives, basing their decision on analysis of students and other school data and with consideration of the Ministry of Education objectives where they relate.
