King Abdullah II School for Excellence – Zarqa

Empowering gifted students through excellence, creativity, leadership, and innovation.

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About Our School

The King Abdullah II School for Excellence in Zarqa is a premier public educational institution serving talented students from grades 7 to 12. Established in the 2001/2002 school year, it is part of a national network dedicated to nurturing Jordan's brightest young minds.

We provide an environment that fosters academic rigor, innovation, and leadership, preparing our students to become future pioneers in science, technology, and beyond.

Academic Excellence

Innovation & Creativity

Leadership & Character

Our Mission

To provide an enriching educational environment that develops gifted students academically, creatively, socially, and technologically.

Our Vision

To be a leading school in Jordan that prepares creative, responsible, and future-ready learners.

Academics

A specialized curriculum designed for high-achieving students.

Science

Mathematics

Technology

Languages

Research

Leadership

  • Grades 7–12
  • Science and mathematics focus
  • Technology and research
  • Arabic and English language development
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • National curriculum with enrichment opportunities

"His Majesty and I are very proud of you."

— Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah

Order of Independence

Awarded the Order of Independence, First Class, by His Majesty King Abdullah II.

Our Achievements

20+

Years of Excellence

7-12

Grade Levels

100+

National Competitions

50+

Innovation Projects

Two-Time World Champions

Secured 1st Place Globally at the World Robotics Championship in 2017 (Texas, USA) and again in 2025.

National Academic Zenith (Tawjihi 2025)

Joud Al-Safadi (1st - 99.75%) and Abdullah Abu Omar (2nd - 99.60%) dominated the national scientific rankings.

Mathematical Supremacy

Silver Medal at the 4th Arab Math Olympiad (2024) and 1st Place in the Global Math Competition.

International Informatics (IOI)

Wesam Nasser earned a Bronze Medal at the 32nd International Olympiad in Informatics (UNESCO).

Global Entrepreneurship

Secured 2nd Place Globally at the Investment and Entrepreneurship Forum held in Bahrain.

NASA GLOBE Research

Consistently earning international research badges through high-quality environmental data collection.

Zarqa students from King Abdullah II School for Excellence have consistently achieved top awards in technology, robotics, software, and national innovation competitions.

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Legacy of Excellence

2025

World & National Dominance

1st Place World Robotics Championship and 1st/2nd Places National Tawjihi rankings.

2024

Arab Mathematical Silver

Rida Al-Sakaji wins Silver at the Arab Math Olympiad in Qatar.

2022

Robotics Innovation Awards

1st in Core Values and 2nd in Innovation at the National Robotics Championship.

2020

International Informatics Medal

Bronze Medal at the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI).

2018

NASA GLOBE & Media

Joined NASA GLOBE program and featured on Al Mamlaka TV for 'Tribes of the Gifted'.

2017

Global Robotics Victory

1st Place Globally at the World Robotics Championship in Texas, USA.

2001

Founding Royal Initiative

Established as the first specialized incubator for gifted youth in Jordan.

Student Activities

Robotics
Programming
Science Fairs
Debate
Environmental Projects
Student Council
Volunteering
Sports & Wellness
Cultural Events

Latest News

23/04/2026

AI Relic Restoration Clinic Earns Outstanding Presenter Award in the Future Science Challenge

Source: Facebook profile
25/04/2026

Zarqa First Students Participate in the Central Region Mathematics and Geography Olympiad

Source: Facebook profile

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Location

Zarqa, Jordan

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