A second home
Warm, welcoming classrooms designed to feel like home — every detail at a child's height and heart.
Admission Open · 2026 – 2027
Taking education
Taking education
to new heights!
A joyful, colorful preschool in Al Khobar 34441 where every child is welcomed with warmth — bilingual learning, certified teachers, and a curriculum that turns every day into discovery.
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Happy children
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Years of joy
1 : 5
Teacher ratio
Est. 2014
12+ years
CR 2051249654
Licensed
EN + AR
Bilingual
SEND Inclusion
Certified Programme
Bus Service
Across Khobar
Why Smart Minds
Where children become happy learners.
Four reasons families across Al Khobar trust us with their little ones.
Safe & secure
Controlled entry, CCTV-monitored rooms, first-aid trained staff, and constant parent visibility.
Certified teachers
Bilingual early-childhood specialists who know each child by name, mood, and milestone.
Play to learn
A joyful curriculum where every activity has a purpose — and every child finds their spark.
Our Story
A decade of tiny giggles and big breakthroughs.
Since 2014, Smart Minds has been a second home for families in Al Khobar 34441. What started as a small nursery is now a multilingual learning community — where every child is known by name, every milestone is celebrated, and every day is built around curiosity.
We believe a great early years experience isn't built on apps or screens. It's built on warm classrooms, certified bilingual educators, an inclusive SEND programme, and the small daily rituals — morning circle, garden play, art studio, story time — that turn small moments into lifelong learners.
2014
Est.
Bi·Lingual
EN · AR
CR 2051249654
Licensed
Programs
A perfect place for every age.
From the tiniest babies to confident kindergarteners — we meet each child exactly where they are.
2 — 12 mo
Infants
Gentle, sensory-rich care for your littlest one. 1:3 caregiver ratio.
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1 — 2 yrs
Toddlers
First words, big movements, lots of joyful play and structure.
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3 — 5 yrs
Preschool · KG
Bilingual literacy, math, art & music — the joyful path to school readiness.
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Starting 2026
1st Grade
New for 2026 – 2027. Certified teachers, inclusive learning, play-based.
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Every day
Activities that light them up.
Interactive Learning
Group Activities
Individual Development
Art Studio
Bilingual Learning
Handwriting Practice
Now offering
More than a school — we've got all you need.
Four new services we're proud to offer families this year.
Bus Service
Safe daily pick-up & drop-off across Al Khobar — air-conditioned, with trained chaperones.
Visit Visa Accepted
Children of families on Saudi visit visas are warmly welcomed with flexible enrollment.
Special Needs Education
Individual plans, sensory learning, speech & play therapy, behavior support.
1st Grade Programme
Expanding our learning journey for 2026–2027 with certified teachers and inquiry-based learning.
Watch us
See Smart Minds in motion
Real classrooms. Real teachers. Real smiles.
What families say
Stories from Al Khobar parents.
Real moments shared by Smart Minds families. (Names are anonymized for privacy.)
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"By the second month, my daughter was switching between English and Arabic without thinking about it. That's not common — they really do both languages, all day."
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"The bus driver and chaperone know my son by name. They WhatsApp'd me the day he had a stomach ache on the bus. That kind of attention from a school is rare."
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"We chose Smart Minds because the SEND programme felt real, not bolted on. The team built a plan around our son — not the other way around."
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"It's the only school we toured where I actually wanted to stay. The kids weren't on screens. The classrooms felt like classrooms, not waiting rooms."
★★★★★
"We moved from Riyadh in October and had two weeks to find somewhere. Smart Minds responded within a day, offered a tour, and our daughter started the following week."
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"Three children, ten years. They get something right that I can't quite put my finger on — but my kids still ask if they can visit their old classroom every time we drive past."
Follow our day-to-day on Instagram
The freshest classroom moments, parent celebrations, and the small everyday wins live on @smart.minds23.
Frequently asked
Every question, answered.
The quick answers families ask us most often. Need something specific? WhatsApp us →
What are Smart Minds school hours in Al Khobar?
Smart Minds is open Sunday to Thursday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Friday is a half-day by appointment, from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Pick-up and drop-off times for bus families are confirmed at enrolment.
What age groups does Smart Minds accept?
We welcome children from 2 months through preschool age: Infants (2–12 months, 1:3 ratio), Toddlers (1–2 years), Preschool & KG1–KG3 (3–5 years). A new 1st Grade programme begins in the 2026–2027 academic year.
Where exactly is Smart Minds located?
We are inside Silver Tower on Prince Abdulrahman Street, Madinat Al Umal, Al Khobar 34441, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. Open Google Maps →
Does Smart Minds offer a school bus service?
Yes. We operate an air-conditioned daily bus service across Al Khobar with trained chaperones. Routes cover most major neighbourhoods; WhatsApp us with your address to confirm coverage.
Do you accept families on Saudi visit visas?
Absolutely. Children of families on Saudi visit visas are warmly welcomed at Smart Minds with flexible, short-term enrolment so your child can experience real learning during your stay.
What does the SEND (special needs) programme include?
Our SEND programme includes individualised learning plans, sensory-rich activities, speech and language support, play therapy and behaviour support, delivered by trained inclusion educators in an integrated classroom setting.
Is Smart Minds a bilingual school?
Yes. Smart Minds is fully bilingual in English and Arabic, with certified early-childhood educators delivering literacy, math, science, art and music in both languages from infant through 1st grade.
How do I book a tour or apply for admission?
Three easy ways: fill out the visit form below, WhatsApp us at +966 55 008 3513, or email mysmartmindsep@gmail.com. Our admissions team replies within one business day to schedule a private 45-minute tour.
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Let's plan your first visit!
Tell us about your little one and we'll get back to you within a day to schedule a private tour.
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A 45-minute private tour of all classrooms and outdoor space.
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Meet our lead educator and your child's potential teacher.
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Every question answered — no pressure, no rush.