Registration of New Students — First Grade Elementary
What is the New Student Registration Service?
The new student registration service in the first grade of elementary school is one of the basic services provided by the Ministry of Education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the aim of organizing the admission process in the primary stage in an electronic and smooth manner, and ensuring the distribution of students to schools according to the specified regulations and standards. The service allows parents or guardians to register their children for the first grade of elementary school for the new academic year through the approved electronic platforms.
Basic Registration Requirements
The Ministry of Education sets clear conditions for registration in the first grade of elementary school, including:
– The student must be Saudi or a resident (holding a valid residence permit).
– The student must be at least 6 years old in the Hijri calendar at the beginning of the academic year (1 Muharram).
– The student must be medically fit to attend school.
– Having a fixed residential address within the specified school area (based on the geographic range system).
– No previous educational records (such as previous school years in the same stage).
– For non-Saudi students: having a valid residence permit for the student and their guardian.
Electronic Registration Steps
The registration process is done through the “Saudi” platform or “Absher” or “Nafath” portal as follows:
1. Create an account or log in with an existing account.
2. Go to the “New Student Registration” service within the education sector.
3. Enter the student’s personal data (ID/residence number, date of birth, nationality).
4. Specify the desired school according to the geographical range of the residence (the system automatically displays the available schools).
5. Upload the required documents (birth certificate, ID/residence photo, proof of residence).
6. Review the data and confirm the request.
7. Follow up on the request status through the platform and wait for the acceptance notification.
8. In case of acceptance, go to the school to complete the final registration procedures and submit the original documents.
Required Documents
The following documents must be prepared in advance:
– The student’s birth certificate (original or certified).
– A copy of the guardian’s ID (Saudi) or residence permit (resident).
– A copy of the student’s residence permit (if resident).
– Proof of residence (such as an electricity bill or recent rental contract).
– School vaccination certificate (if available).
– A copy of the passport (for non-Saudi students).
– If there are siblings enrolled in the same school, documents linking them may be required.
Important Notes
– Admission is based on the geographical area of residence, so it is preferable to choose the school available within the student’s residential area.
– Data can be modified or transfer requests between schools can be submitted after the initial acceptance through the same electronic service.
– Ensure the accuracy of all entered data before confirmation, as errors may affect the admission process.
Quick Information Table
| Item | Details |
|——|———-|
| Required Age | At least 6 full Hijri years on 1 Muharram |
| Key Condition | Residence within the geographically defined school zone |
| Main Platform | “Saudi” platform or “Absher” portal or “Nafaz” |
| Required Documents | Birth certificate + residence proof |
| Registration Period | Determined in advance by the Ministry for each academic year |
| Inquiry | Through the same platform using the application number or ID |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a child under 6 Hijri years old be registered?
No, the basic requirement is completing 6 full Hijri years by 1 Muharram at the start of the academic year. Younger students are not accepted in the first grade of primary school.
What if the desired school is not within the residential geographical zone?
The system automatically filters based on the address registered in the Nafaz or Absher system. Only schools within your residential zone will appear. You can update your residential address in the system if it is incorrect, but the new address must fall within the geographical zone of the school you wish to attend.
Can a student be transferred to another school after registration?
Yes, the service allows requesting transfers between schools after initial acceptance, provided there are available seats at the new school and its approval. This is done through the same electronic platform within the specified transfer period.
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