This expansion complements earlier moves by British Council this year to broaden its English-language offerings beyond Riyadh, with programmes launched in Alkhobar and Jeddah, responding to growing demand from families and educational communities across the Kingdom. That broader rollout aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 objective to build communication skills, global awareness and competitiveness among young learners throughout the country.
At the new centre, courses start in late November 2025 with free consultations and registration open through British Council’s official channels. The teaching calendar lists term dates from 23 November to 18 December 2025, followed by further sessions through January and February 2026. The centre emphasises accessibility and aims to support learners from diverse backgrounds, including those requiring disability access.
Officials have framed the expansion as part of a long-term commitment to equipping Saudi youth with language proficiency and life skills essential for success in school, university and future careers. By bringing English-language education closer to communities on Riyadh’s east side, the new centre addresses demand in a growing metropolitan population.
The move also reflects a broader trend of growth in international education and foreign partnerships in the Saudi education sector. Over the past two decades, the number of universities in the Kingdom has risen sharply, and higher-education reforms under Vision 2030 have sought to attract international institutions and foster global partnerships. In that context, British Council’s expansion fits into a larger wave of educational liberalisation and internationalisation.
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