ISG Dammam

International Schools Group - Dammam
Location
Dammam, Saudi Arabia, 31952 Saudi Arabia
Information
Motto	Committed to educational excellence!
Opened	July 20, 1985
Superintendent	Dr. Paul Richards
Principal	Mr. John Rutten
Grades	KG - Grade 12
Enrollment	>1,300
Campus	9 buildings
Campus size	42,000 m2
Area	Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Mascot	Leopard
Website	http://dammam.isg.edu.sa/

ISG - Dammam is a not-for-profit institution organized for the education of the expatriate population. It is located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. It offers an American curriculum.

History

The school opened on July 20, 1985 with an enrollment of 150 students. Enrollment has since increased to over 1,300 students.

Curriculum

The school is based on the ISG adopted American curriculum. Staff and students use U.S. texts and materials. In addition to the core academic program which includes Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Arabic Culture, and Physical Education, the school's curriculum also includes a Global Language program that offers Arabic, French, Hindi, and Urdu. Other specialized programs offered at ISG Dammam include Technology, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and a robust after-school activities program. ISG Dammam is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. It is licensed by the Saudi Ministry of Education and is a part of the International Schools Group (ISG).

Administration Team

Leadership Team

• Principal: Mr. John Rutten
• Elementary School Vice Principal: Mrs. Annie Mathew
• Middle School Vice Principal: Mrs. Sylvia Marcos
• High School Vice Principal: Mr. Trevor Naidoo and Mrs. Nehla Lejmi

Activities

Students can choose from an assortment of clubs, organizations (both academic and extracurricular), and after school activities. They include National Honor Society (NHS), Model United Nations (DAMMUN), Student Council (SC), Peers As Leaders (PAL), Journalism Club, Art Club, Chess Club, Music Club, Math Club, and Science Club.