Our history

Al Bassam Schools began its journey in 2001 with the opening of a Girls’ School that included Kindergarten and Elementary stages for both boys and girls—an ambitious first step toward establishing a distinguished educational institution.

In 2002, the Boys Campus building was completed. At that time, the Elementary stage enrolled 354 students, forming the foundation of a promising educational journey.

With increasing enrollment and the need to expand academic stages, construction of the Boys’ Educational Campus began in 2010, encompassing the Elementary, Middle, and High Sections. The first phase was completed in 2011 with the opening of the Middle and High schools. By 2013, the full transition to the new campus was completed, creating an integrated campus serving all boys’ grade levels.

In 2015, a new phase of expansion commenced with the establishment of the International School, which officially opened in 2016 with an initial enrollment of 63 Kindergarten students. Over the years, the International School has continued to grow and now serves 537 students, up to Grade 10.

Thanks to Allah, and through the trust of parents and the quality of education provided, Al-Bassam Schools have experienced remarkable growth. Student enrollment increased from 354 students at inception to 2,204 students in the 2025/2026 academic year, representing growth exceeding 600%—a success story that reflects Al-Bassam Schools’ unwavering commitment to continuous excellence and confirms its position as one of the leading educational institutions in the Eastern Province.