Aldenham School Riyadh runs a daily school bus from 15 areas and compounds across Riyadh, including Al Yasmin, Al Malqa, Al Arid and the Azure community in Hittin and An Narjis. Routes are operated by an established school transport provider.[1][2]
With major road works under way on Thumamah Road in north Riyadh, and traffic diversions in place while they continue, the bus takes the daily drive off parents' hands. Fees are available on request, and free transport assistance is offered on a case-by-case basis.[3][4][2]
The school bus at a glance
- Service
- Dedicated school bus routes to and from school, every school day[1]
- Areas
- 15 districts, communities and compounds across Riyadh[1]
- Operator
- An established school transport provider[1]
- School day
- 7.30am to 4.00pm, Sunday to Thursday[5]
- Fees
- On request; free transport assistance considered case by case[2]
- How to join
- Register your interest online; the team contacts you about the route and nearest stop[1]
More of the day for what matters
An Aldenham education does not stop at the classroom door. The school offers more than 125 free co-curricular activities every week, from sport and music to languages and leadership, because Aldenham has believed in all-round development since 1597.[6]
A school bus hands back the time spent in traffic, so the day can be about learning, friendships and the things children love, not the drive.
Why the school run feels longer in north Riyadh
Riyadh's road network is being rebuilt in places. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City has activated traffic diversions as its development of Thumamah Road advances, and the contract for the road's eastern section was awarded in 2026, with completion expected in 2028.[3][4]
For parents driving to school every morning, diversions and lane changes add uncertainty to the journey. A school bus means one less drive in the day.
Where the bus runs
Districts: Al Yasmin, Al Sahafa, Al Malqa, Al Nada, Al Ghadir, Al Wadi, Al Qirawan, Al Arid and Khuzam.[1]
Communities: Azure, with stops in Hittin and An Narjis, and Flow Community in An Narjis.[1]
Compounds: Tujan Compound, Al Ghadeer Compound, Carolina Compound and Al Bustan Village.[1]
The school bus page has a map grouping each area by its distance from school. Routes are planned area by area, so registering early helps the school plan the service around your family.[1]
How it works
1. Register your interest
Tell the school about your family in under a minute, using the form on the school bus page.[1]
2. The team contacts you
The transport team calls or messages you about your area and the nearest stop.[1]
3. Your route is confirmed
You receive the route details for your area before travel begins.[1]
4. The journey begins
Your child travels with an experienced school transport provider.[1]
Frequently asked questions about the school bus
Which areas does the Aldenham school bus serve?
15 areas and compounds: Al Yasmin, Al Sahafa, Al Malqa, Al Nada, Al Ghadir, Al Wadi, Al Qirawan, Al Arid, Khuzam, the Azure community (Hittin and An Narjis), Flow Community (An Narjis), Tujan Compound, Al Ghadeer Compound, Carolina Compound and Al Bustan Village.[1]
Does the bus run every day?
Yes. The school bus runs daily, to and from school, on school days (Sunday to Thursday).[2][5]
How much does the school bus cost?
Fees are available on request from the school. Free transport assistance is also offered on a case-by-case basis.[2]
Who operates the buses?
Dedicated routes are operated by an established school transport provider.[1]
My area is not listed. Can I still register?
Yes. Register your interest on the school bus page: routes are planned area by area, and early interest helps the school plan the service.[1]
Register your interest
Register your interest on the school bus page; the team will contact you about the route and the nearest stop for your area.[1]
Questions: info@aldenhamprepriyadh.com or +966 11 826 5411.[1][7]
Sources
- School Bus Service: Register Your Interest, aldenhamprepriyadh.com (accessed October 2026)
- Aldenham School Riyadh Admissions Team (October 2026)
- “Riyadh activates traffic diversion as Thumamah Road development advances”, Saudi Gazette, September 2026, saudigazette.com.sa (accessed October 2026)
- “Riyadh awards Thumama Road eastern section contract”, MEED, 6 July 2026, guest.meed.com (accessed October 2026)
- Contact Information, aldenhamprepriyadh.com (accessed October 2026)
- Aldenham School Riyadh Prospectus, Aldenham Education Group (2026)
- Admissions and Registration, aldenhamprepriyadh.com (accessed October 2026)