King Abdullah Academy (KAA) | IB World School in Herndon, VA

Classes are full for 2024-2025 School Year

Most of our classes for the 2024-2025 academic year are full. Please contact the admissions office to inquire about space availability.

Be Responsible - Be Respectful - Be Ready

King Abdullah Academy is an IB World School that enables students to excel academically while maintaining the values of Islam and proficiency with the Arabic language. The Academy endeavors to provide a caring, challenging and supportive learning environment where our students achieve their highest potential while exhibiting civic responsibility and multicultural appreciation.

King Abdullah Academy in Motion

What Started as a Dream ...

... is now a Reality.

King Abdullah Academy in Numbers

Welcome to King Abdullah Academy, opened in August, 2016.

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60

Nationalities
Represented
14

Languages Spoken
100%

Graduation Rate
15

Competitive
Sports Teams

Athletics

KAA promotes health and well-being of students through offering multiple opportunities to participate in a variety of athletic sports. Students compete at middle school, junior varsity, and varsity level in volleyball, soccer, and basketball in the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association. Athletics are a crucial component of our students’ physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being and academic success. Learn More

Service Learning and Extracurricular Activities

KAA students have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to the environment. Learn More

Community

KAA stakeholders represent a diverse group of students, parents, teachers, and alumni who work together to promote civic responsibility and international mindedness. Learn More

Latest News

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Students Ambassadors

The Student Ambassador Program made a notable contribution by joining the tours for prospective families organized by the KAA Admissions office.
Career Day at King Abdullah Academy

Our annual Career Day at King Abdullah Academy was our largest event yet.
2024 Student Peace Award of Fairfax County

Senior Jenna Naffa was one of 27 recipients of a 2024 Student Peace Award of Fairfax County honored at a reception on March 10. Rep. Gerry Connolly introduced a Resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives listing all the recipients and recognizing them as “active in promoting peace or removing the causes of conflict.”