ECCE course in Saudi Arabia
Yes. You can take an Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) course online anywhere in Saudi Arabia with London College of Teachers. The 120-hour ECCE Certificate costs US$170, and levels run up to the 580-hour Integrated Master Level. Saudi Arabia is expanding kindergarten and early childhood provision, and international schools and private nurseries hire early years staff.
ECCE in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is expanding kindergarten and early childhood provision, and international schools and private nurseries hire early years staff.
Requirements and recognition
International school and kindergarten teacher roles usually need a degree and early years training; nurseries and families hiring nannies set their own requirements. Visa rules apply.
Requirements change. Treat this as general guidance (October 2026) and confirm with your employer or the relevant authority.
Where ECCE graduates work in Saudi Arabia
- International school KG sections
- Private nurseries and kindergartens
- Family nanny and caregiver roles
Preparing to apply
Saudi employers and visas usually require a degree for teacher roles. Graduates should consider the PG Diploma in ECCE and gather attested documents early.
Paying from Saudi Arabia
Pay in US dollars by card through Razorpay or PayPal.
Fees for learners in Saudi Arabia
You pay in US dollars (or pounds): the 120-hour ECCE Certificate is US$170, and your bank converts from your local currency.
| Course | Hours | Study time | USD | GBP | INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate in ECCE | 120 | up to 6 months | US$170 | £140 | ₹11,800 incl. GST |
| Diploma in ECCE | 200 | up to 10 months | US$250 | £210 | ₹17,700 incl. GST |
| PG Diploma in ECCE | 240 | up to 12 months | US$399 | £340 | ₹29,500 incl. GST |
| Master Level ECCE | 380 | up to 18 months | US$470 | £370 | ₹40,000 + GST |
| Montessori Teacher Training Certificate | 120 | up to 6 months | US$170 | £140 | ₹11,800 incl. GST |
City guides in Saudi Arabia
Studying online from Saudi Arabia
You study at your own pace, complete module quizzes and assignments online, and contact tutors and admissions by email, phone or WhatsApp. Local time: AST (UTC+3).
Frequently asked questions
Can I do an ECCE course online in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. London College of Teachers' ECCE courses are fully online, so you can study anywhere in Saudi Arabia and start any day. You pay in US dollars (or pounds): the 120-hour ECCE Certificate is US$170, and your bank converts from your local currency.
Is an ECCE certificate useful in Saudi Arabia?
International school and kindergarten teacher roles usually need a degree and early years training; nurseries and families hiring nannies set their own requirements. Visa rules apply.
Which ECCE course should I take in Saudi Arabia?
Most people start with the 120-hour ECCE Certificate or the 200-hour Diploma for preschool and nursery roles. Graduates aiming for lead-teacher, coordinator or centre-head roles usually choose the PG Diploma or a Master Level, and Montessori or Nursery Teacher Training suit those specific settings.
Do I need a degree for KG teaching in Saudi Arabia?
Usually yes for teacher roles and visas.