Senior School (Age 14+)
Senior School at Aldenham Riyadh
At Aldenham Riyadh, our Senior School will grow in step with our pupils. As each cohort progresses, the next year group will open in a carefully planned and phased manner. Year 9 will commence in the coming academic year, marking the beginning of our Senior School journey, with subsequent year groups added progressively thereafter. This deliberate expansion ensures continuity of ethos, academic standards and pastoral care, allowing pupils to continue their Aldenham education seamlessly through to advanced examination pathways. In parallel, we are preparing for the opening of a dedicated Senior School campus, purpose-designed to reflect the ambition, maturity and academic depth required for this important stage of education. Further details will be shared in due course.
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 4 is fully aligned with the English National Curriculum expectations and is structured for confident progression into Cambridge IGCSE and advanced examination pathways. Academic programmes are designed to develop deep subject mastery, particularly in English, Mathematics, the Sciences and Computing, through disciplined practice and conceptual clarity.
There is a strong emphasis on academic rigour, independent thinking and examination literacy, ensuring pupils are thoroughly prepared for high stakes assessment. Teaching is delivered by subject specialist teachers who provide expert instruction, precise feedback and consistently high academic standards.
Beyond examination preparation, Key Stage 4 is structured to cultivate intellectual independence, resilience and self regulation, qualities essential for success in Senior School and for progression into post 16 study.
Curriculum Alignment
English National Curriculum with Cambridge progression
Deep Subject Mastery
Conceptual clarity in English, Mathematics, Sciences and Computing
Intellectual Resilience
Independence, discipline and self-regulation
Examination Readiness
Strong academic rigour and assessment literacy
Specialist Teaching
Delivered by subject expert teachers
Clear Academic Progression
Structured pathway to advanced qualifications
Key Stage 5
Key Stage 5 represents a rigorous and academically demanding programme designed to prepare pupils for top tier university pathways and professional success. It combines depth of subject mastery with independent, disciplined scholarship.
The curriculum is aligned with advanced post 16 academic pathways, including A Levels, Cambridge International qualifications and equivalent university preparatory programmes. Teaching is focused on deep subject specialism, analytical reasoning and academic writing at pre university standard.
There is a strong emphasis on intellectual independence, research skills and critical evaluation, guiding pupils from structured learning towards confident, self directed study. Delivered by highly experienced subject specialists, Key Stage 5 offers expert instruction, targeted feedback and academic mentorship that supports each pupil’s individual aspirations.
University Preparation
Designed for top-tier academic pathways
Subject Specialism
Deep academic focus and analytical depth
Independent Study
From guided learning to self-directed excellence
Advanced Qualifications
A Levels and Cambridge International routes
Academic Writing & Research
Pre-university standard scholarship
Academic Mentorship
Expert teaching with personalised guidance
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a loving and caring environment is the best gift
a parent can give to their child.”
Aldenham UK
Founded in 1597, Aldenham UK is the flagship of the Aldenham Foundation and is steeped in history, with over 428 years of academic excellence. Aldenham UK - and all of our schools - embodies the best of timeless traditions and universal values, along with a documented history of a forward-thinking culture that’s served to differentiate us from our peers.
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.