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Leaders
10-05-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Red Sea Global Unveils Two Elite International Schools for 2025
Red Sea Global (RSG) plans to open two world-class schools, Turtle Bay International School at The Red Sea and Daraah International School at AMAALA, in September 2025. These new campuses aim to serve up to 726 students, with an initial intake of 120 learners. The schools will cater to children aged four months to 14 years, focusing on delivering high-quality education. This move aligns with RSG's vision of fostering inclusive communities around its tourism destinations. Ahmad Darwish, Group Chief Administrative Officer at RSG, emphasized that providing world-class education is essential to support residents and their families. Moreover, the initiative promotes self-sufficient communities within the Red Sea and AMAALA projects, enhancing residents' quality of life. Cutting-Edge Curriculum and Facilities Both co-educational institutions will offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) program, emphasizing personalized learning and internationalization. SEK Education Group will implement its innovative academic approach, including science labs, maker spaces, libraries, and sports facilities. These campuses will feature swimming pools and numerous extracurricular activities, offering a comprehensive educational environment. Nieves Segovia, President of SEK Education Group, expressed pride in collaborating with RSG to provide quality education that fosters sustainability and innovation. She highlighted that these schools would promote global mindsets and address current educational challenges. This partnership marks SEK's continued expansion in Saudi Arabia, strengthening its presence following its Riyadh establishment in 2021. Supporting Saudi Vision 2030 Goals This educational project supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by enhancing social development and diversifying the economy through educational excellence. RSG's development projects, including five operational hotels at The Red Sea and plans for 16 more by 2025, demonstrate its commitment to sustainable tourism growth. AMAALA will also debut later this year, offering over 1,400 hotel rooms across eight resorts, focusing on health and wellness experiences. Short link : Post Views: 6
Arabian Business
10-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Global to open two ‘world-class' schools in September
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind The Red Sea and AMAALA tourism destinations, has formed a partnership with SEK Education Group to establish two school campuses in Saudi Arabia, set to open in September for the 2025-2026 academic year. The schools – Turtle Bay International School at The Red Sea and Daraah International School at AMAALA – will provide education for up to 726 students, with an initial intake of 120 expected. The institutions will serve children from four months to 14 years of age, the company said in a statement. Red Sea Global, SEK Education Group launch two international schools for 2025 'Providing a world-class education within our destinations is key to our vision of creating and fostering supportive and inclusive communities for those working at the destinations and their families,' Ahmad Darwish, Group Chief Administrative Officer at Red Sea Global said. The initiative supports RSG's commitment to building self-sufficient communities within its developments while enhancing the quality of life for residents and their families. The schools will prioritise enrolment for children of RSG employees and those working at the destinations. Both co-educational institutions will offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme and feature SEK Education Group's innovative academic approach, which emphasises personalised learning, competency-based education, and internationalisation. The facilities will include classrooms, 'maker' spaces for creative projects, science laboratories, libraries, sports buildings, swimming pools, and various extracurricular activities. 'It is an honor to join forces with Red Sea Global to provide a world-class and international education to pupils at the Red Sea Village schools. The new schools will be spaces of innovation, sustainability and well-being, which responds to the current challenges of educational transformation, and will foster global mindset among our students,' Nieves Segovia, SEK Education Group President said. This expansion strengthens SEK's presence in Saudi Arabia, following its establishment in Riyadh in 2021. The partnership aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals for social development and economic diversification through improved education standards. The Red Sea destination welcomed its first guests in 2023 and currently has five hotels in operation, along with the Red Sea International Airport (RSI). RSG plans to complete all 16 hotels in Phase One of The Red Sea by 2025. AMAALA is scheduled to welcome its first guests later this year, positioning itself as a comprehensive health and wellness destination. Its initial launch will include more than 1,400 hotel rooms across eight resorts, featuring programmes from renowned wellness operators tailored to various lifestyles and well-being needs.
Arabian Business
07-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Red Sea Global partners with SEK Education to launch 2 international schools in Saudi tourism hubs
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the Saudi regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, partnered with SEK Education Group to open two campuses in AMAALA and at Turtle Bay, The Red Sea's residential and commercial village. The two schools, which will be launched in September for the 2025-2026 academic year, will offer world-class education for up to 726 students, with an initial intake of 120 expected, for children aged four months to 14 years. Red Sea Global expands education vision The opening of Turtle Bay International School, at The Red Sea, and Daraah International School, at AMAALA, aligns with RSG 's commitment to creating self-sufficient communities and providing an exceptional quality of life for residents and their families, the developer said. It also strengthens SEK Education Group's presence in the Middle East, where it already operates in Riyadh. 'Providing a world-class education within our destinations is key to our vision of creating and fostering supportive and inclusive communities for those working at the destinations and their families,' said Ahmad Darwish, Group Chief Administrative Officer at Red Sea Global. The two co-educational schools will offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. Nieves Segovia, SEK Education Group President, said the new schools will be spaces of innovation, sustainability and well-being. 'With these two new schools, we strengthen our presence in Saudi Arabia, which began with the opening of our SEK Riyadh school in 2021, and allow us to contribute through our unique education model connected to the world, to the social development of the countries in which we are present,' Segovia said. The Red Sea, which now has five hotels open, welcomed its first guests in 2023.
Trade Arabia
06-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Red Sea Global, SEK Education partner to open two schools
Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has partnered with SEK Education Group to open two campuses, in AMAALA and at Turtle Bay, The Red Sea's residential and commercial village. Launching in September for the 2025-2026 academic year, the two schools will offer world-class education for up to 726 students, with an initial intake of 120 expected, with children aged four months to 14 years. The opening of Turtle Bay International School, at The Red Sea, and Daraah International School, at AMAALA, aligns with RSG's commitment to creating self-sufficient communities and providing an exceptional quality of life for residents and their families. It also strengthens SEK Education Group's presence in the Middle East, where it already operates in Riyadh, said a statement. With priority enrollment given to children of RSG employees and those who work at the destinations, the schools will help foster a multi-generational, dynamic and globally connected environment within the developer's regenerative destinations. "Providing a world-class education within our destinations is key to our vision of creating and fostering supportive and inclusive communities for those working at the destinations and their families," said Ahmad Darwish, Group Chief Administrative Officer at Red Sea Global. 'SEK's approach to education, combined with their decades of expertise, will empower each student at our schools to thrive in a highly dynamic learning environment.' A world-renowned education The two co-educational schools will offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) program, known worldwide for its academic rigor and holistic approach to learning. As part of SEK Education Group's innovative academic model, the schools will emphasize personalised learning, competency-based education, and internationalization. SEK has a strong international track record and is a pioneer in implementing programs such as the IB. State-of-the-art facilities at the schools will include: • Bright, spacious classrooms that foster a supportive learning environment where every student can flourish • Dedicated 'maker' spaces where students can work on creative projects • Technologically advanced science labs with cutting-edge equipment • A modern library equipped with an extensive collection of books and online resources • A dedicated sports building, a swimming pool, extracurricular activities and wellbeing clubs. A strategic partnership SEK Education Group was chosen for its innovative education model. This includes its 'Future Learning Model', that integrates active methodologies, advanced technology, and flexible learning spaces to enhance students' critical thinking, creativity and autonomy. The schools will be staffed by highly experienced international and local teachers, ensuring students receive the highest standard of education. Nieves Segovia, SEK Education Group President, said: "It is an honour to join forces with Red Sea Global to provide a world-class and international education to pupils at the Red Sea Village schools. The new schools will be spaces of innovation, sustainability and well-being, which responds to the current challenges of educational transformation, and will foster global mindset among our students. "With these two new schools, we strengthen our presence in Saudi Arabia, which began with the opening of our SEK Riyadh school in 2021 and allow us to contribute through our unique education model connected to the world, to the social development of the countries in which we are present." The Red Sea welcomed its first guests in 2023. It now has five hotels open, as well as the Red Sea International Airport (RSI). Situated within three hours' flying time of 250 million people and eight hours' flying time for 85% of the world's population, RSI is the gateway to the destination for guests and residents alike, whether based in the Kingdom or further afield. RSG is on track to complete all 16 hotels that make up Phase One of The Red Sea in 2025.
Zawya
06-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Red Sea Global and SEK Education Group partner to bring world-class education for families based at The Red Sea and AMAALA
Up to 120 students expected to enroll in the schools operated by the world-renowned SEK International Schools during the first year This partnership supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals for social development and economic diversification by raising education standards Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has partnered with SEK Education Group to open two campuses, in AMAALA and at Turtle Bay, The Red Sea's residential and commercial village Launching in September for the 2025-2026 academic year, the two schools will offer world-class education for up to 726 students, with an initial intake of 120 expected, with children aged four months to 14 years. The opening of Turtle Bay International School, at The Red Sea, and Daraah International School, at AMAALA, aligns with RSG's commitment to creating self-sufficient communities and providing an exceptional quality of life for residents and their families. It also strengthens SEK Education Group's presence in the Middle East, where it already operates in Riyadh. The new schools align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals of social development and economic diversification by raising education standards within the Kingdom. With priority enrollment given to children of RSG employees and those who work at the destinations, the schools will help foster a multi-generational, dynamic and globally connected environment within the developer's regenerative destinations. "Providing a world-class education within our destinations is key to our vision of creating and fostering supportive and inclusive communities for those working at the destinations and their families," said Ahmad Darwish, Group Chief Administrative Officer at Red Sea Global. 'SEK's approach to education, combined with their decades of expertise, will empower each student at our schools to thrive in a highly dynamic learning environment.' A world-renowned education The two co-educational schools will offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) program, known worldwide for its academic rigor and holistic approach to learning. As part of SEK Education Group's innovative academic model, the schools will emphasize personalized learning, competency-based education, and internationalization. SEK has a strong international track record and is a pioneer in implementing programs such as the IB. State-of-the-art facilities at the schools will include: Bright, spacious classrooms that foster a supportive learning environment where every student can flourish Dedicated 'maker' spaces where students can work on creative projects Technologically advanced science labs with cutting-edge equipment A modern library equipped with an extensive collection of books and online resources A dedicated sports building, a swimming pool, extracurricular activities and wellbeing clubs. A strategic partnership SEK Education Group was chosen for its innovative education model. This includes its 'Future Learning Model', that integrates active methodologies, advanced technology, and flexible learning spaces to enhance students' critical thinking, creativity and autonomy. The schools will be staffed by highly experienced international and local teachers, ensuring students receive the highest standard of education. Nieves Segovia, SEK Education Group President, said: "It is an honor to join forces with Red Sea Global to provide a world-class and international education to pupils at the Red Sea Village schools. The new schools will be spaces of innovation, sustainability and well-being, which responds to the current challenges of educational transformation, and will foster global mindset among our students. "With these two new schools, we strengthen our presence in Saudi Arabia, which began with the opening of our SEK Riyadh school in 2021 and allow us to contribute through our unique education model connected to the world, to the social development of the countries in which we are present." The Red Sea welcomed its first guests in 2023. It now has five hotels open, as well as the Red Sea International Airport (RSI). Situated within three hours' flying time of 250 million people and eight hours' flying time for 85% of the world's population, RSI is the gateway to the destination for guests and residents alike, whether based in the Kingdom or further afield. RSG is on track to complete all 16 hotels that make up Phase One of The Red Sea in 2025. AMAALA is set to welcome its first guests later this year with the ambitious goal of becoming the world's most comprehensive health and wellness destination. Launching with more than 1,400 hotel rooms across eight luxury resorts, it will welcome some of the most renowned wellness operators globally, offering a wide array of programs tailored to diverse lifestyles and well-being needs.
