Follow the countdown to the start of academic year 1448 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Get ready for back to school and discover the start date in both Hijri and Gregorian calendars.
School Start Date
The academic year 1448-1449 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia begins on Sunday, 10 Rabi' al-Awwal 1448, corresponding to August 23, 2026, as students return to school after summer vacation under the new two-semester system.
Tips for students and parents to optimally prepare for the start of the academic year: