Calendar Events

The Aldenham Prep School Riyadh calendar keeps families informed of key academic dates, parent engagement events, examinations, performances, sports fixtures and community celebrations throughout the school year. This page is updated regularly to ensure clarity, accuracy and alignment with our structured academic programme.
Academic Milestones

Our academic calendar includes important dates such as:  

  • Start and end of each term 
  • Assessment and examination periods 
  • Reporting windows 
  • Transition milestones between Key Stages 

Attendance during assessment periods is essential to maintain curriculum continuity and academic integrity. 

Parent Engagement and Workshops

We host a range of structured parent workshops and information sessions designed to strengthen the home–school partnership. These may include:

  • Curriculum information sessions 

  • Subject-specific workshops 

  • SEND support sessions 

  • Parent Association meetings

These sessions provide insight into our teaching approach and offer practical guidance to support learning at home.

Co-Curricular and Sporting Fixtures

Our events calendar reflects the breadth of our co-curricular programme, including: 

  • Competitive sports fixtures 

  • Performing arts productions 

  • STEAM Week 

  • House competitions 

  • Student leadership initiatives 

Participation in these events forms an important part of the Aldenham experience.

Community and Cultural Events

As part of our commitment to holistic development and cultural awareness, the calendar includes: 

  • National celebrations 

  • School-wide productions 

  • Charity initiatives and fundraisers 

  • Community engagement events 

These moments strengthen belonging and reinforce the values of character, integrity and leadership.

Calendar Events 2025-26

First Day of Term 2

Sunday 4th January 2026

Science Curriculum - Parent Information Session Year 6 to Year 8​

Tuesday 6th January 2026 at 8.00am

Parent Workshop - KS3 English

Tuesday 13th January 2026 at 8.00am

U11 boys basketball at BISR Al Waha

Friday 16th    2026 at 8.00am

The Great Aldenham Bake Off

Sunday 18th January 2026

Parent Workshop - From Methods to Mastery: Multiplication Strategies for Parents 

Tuesday 20th  January 2026 at 8.00am

Tea and Talk

Monday 26th January 2026 at 8.00am

School Photos

Tuesday 27th to Thursday 29th January 2026, Timetable will be shared soon

Parent Workshop - From Bonjour to Brilliance: Supporting French Success in KS3

Tuesday 27th January 2026 at 8.00am  

Aldenham School Parent Association (ASPA) Meeting

Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 8.00am

Riyadh Marathon 5km (ASPA)

Saturday 31st January 2026

Aldenham's Got Talent

Sunday 1st to 5th February 2026 – Aldenham’s Got Talent Auditions

Sunday 8th to 11th February 2026 – Aldenham’s Got Talent Semi-Finals

Sunday 12th February 2026 – Aldenham’s Got Talent Finals

Parent Workshop - English KS2

Tuesday 3rd February 2026 at 8.00am

Parent Workshop -  From Scribbles to Skills: How Art Develops Across the Year Groups 

Monday 9th February 2026 at 8.00am

Saudi Founding Day Celebrations 

Sunday 15th February 2026

Mid-Year Exams for Year 7 and 8 

Sunday 15th February to Thursday 19th February

Parent Workshop - Supporting Pupils with SEND  

Monday 16th February 2026 at 8.00am

ASPA Fundraiser - Crazy Hair Day

Monday 16th February 2026

Half-Term Break

Sunday 22nd February to Thursday 26th February

Start of Term 2B

Sunday 1st March 2026

STEAM Week 

Sunday 8th to Thursday 12th March

End of Term 2

Thursday 19th March 2026 at 12.10pm

Start of Term 3A

Monday 6th April 2026 at 7.30am

Staying Informed

Families are encouraged to check this page regularly and ensure Edunation notifications remain active for real-time updates. For official term dates and holiday periods, please refer to the Term Dates page.

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At Aldenham, we remember that achievement is an individual matter - whether that’s entry to an Oxbridge college, a sporting or cultural goal, or simply growing up into a well-balanced individual. Dedicated teaching is at the heart of everything we do. While we help our pupils to focus on their own plans, our teachers focus on our pupils.


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