Welcome
A Holistic Education for a Whole Life
“Seeking the Best of Two Worlds”
Hayah International Academy is a respected IB World School and Cognia-accredited institution built on one conviction: a world-class education and a strong sense of identity belong together. Its philosophy, Seeking the Best of Two Worlds, brings together international academic excellence, Arabic language and cultural identity, with character development at its core.
Hayah Advanced International Academy (HAIA) brings this legacy to Riyadh through a flagship model combining Hayah’s academic framework, STEAM education in partnership with Fulton Science Academy, and a character-building programme tailored to the Kingdom. The ambition is to develop capable, principled individuals who engage confidently with the world while remaining rooted in their identity and values.
Key Facts
A History of Successes
25
years of Hayah International Academy
2011
Above the IB world average, every year since
97%
IB Diploma pass rate
100%
University placement
OUR PARTNERSHIP
Fulton Science Academy, USA
Fulton Science Academy is an award-winning U.S. school recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School for educational excellence. At Hayah Riyadh, this partnership goes beyond affiliation: Fulton’s STEAM curriculum, inquiry led teaching methodologies and educator development are embedded into the learning experience from day one, empowering students to think critically, innovate and solve real-world challenges.
The Fulton Difference at a Glance
98%
AP pass rate, Fulton Science Academy, USA
National Blue Ribbon School
U.S. Department of Education recognition
Fulton-designed STEAM
Projects and learning units across grades
Purpose-built spaces
Specialist laboratories and maker spaces
Janet Dejardins
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
“As the Principal of Hayah Advanced International Academy Riyadh, I am delighted to welcome you to the beginning of a special educational journey.”
With over 35 years in education and more than 17 years in senior leadership across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America, I bring extensive experience in founding schools, leading academic programmes and building thriving learning communities. At HAIA, we bring together academic excellence, inquiry driven learning, STEAM education through our partnership with Fulton Science Academy, and character development, while honouring Saudi culture and identity.
My vision is to create a school where high expectations go hand in hand with care, belonging and wellbeing, empowering every child to think independently, discover their potential and thrive in a changing world. Together with our founding families, we look forward to building a community where learning has purpose, character matters and every student has the opportunity to flourish.
FOUNDING FAMILIES • SEPTEMBER 2027
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