About

Dar Al Fikr Schools is a premier K-12 educational institution in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, established in 1985 as a private non-profit organization. The school offers a unique blend of an American high school diploma with Islamic and Arabic cultural values. Notably, Dar Al Fikr boasts an impressive track record of Ivy League college acceptances and maintains a robust alumni network that actively supports both current students and graduates.

The school's award-winning architectural design embodies the concept of a central, unchanging core around which all aspects of education revolve. This design reflects the school's commitment to balancing academic excellence with cultural and spiritual growth.

Key features of Dar Al Fikr Schools:

- - Offers American curriculum leading to a U.S. high school diploma, accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED) (STEM accredited) (Cognita School of Distinction Award 2024)

- Total student population of approximately 983

- Instruction primarily in English, with Arabic and Islamic studies integrated

- State-of-the-art facilities including spacious classrooms equipped with WiFi and modern technology

- Award-winning architectural design that embodies the school's educational philosophy

- Strong track record of graduates gaining admission to top universities, including Ivy League institutions

- Robust alumni network that actively supports current students and graduates

Mission

Dar Al Fikr's mission is to empower students with a balance of academic excellence, cultural awareness, and spiritual growth. The school aims to develop self-reliant learners who are grounded in high morals while being prepared to thrive in a global society.

Vision

Dar Al Fikr (DAF) seeks to empower its students with the Quranic mission of “Iqra,” which is the invocation to read. Our students should be true believers at heart, righteous in deed, and wise of thoughts. Only thus can they assume their responsibility as stewards over God’s earthly dominions.