Mission
Hayah International Academy is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that fosters and enriches the personal and academic growth of each student. Hayah empowers students to live with purpose, honor their cultural identity, respect diversity, and serve humanity by positively impacting local and global communities.
Message from the Head Principal
We hope all of our Hayah West families had a relaxing summer break and are ready to return to school for the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
There are many exciting things happening at Hayah West this year. First, this year will mark the beginning of high school at Hayah West and for the students of the Class of 2029. Accordingly, we are pleased to announce that Hayah West is now officially a candidate school for the IB Diploma Programme (DP), which we will implement in the fall of 2027.
In fall of 2025, Hayah West will apply to become an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) candidate school. This process will be similar to the PYP’s candidacy phase and will need the support from all stakeholder groups.
Finally, this will be our first year that we begin fully authorized by the IB to implement the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and officially accredited by Cognia. We congratulate our staff members for both of these accomplishments.
The entire Hayah West team look forward to welcoming all of our returning and new families back to school for what will prove to be an exciting year for Hayah West.
Peter Vaughn
Head Principal
Message From Hayah’s Board
In September 2022, Hayah West opened its doors to a special group of students from Pre-K to Grade 6. Over the next few years, Hayah West will be welcoming more students in upper grades as it grows and becomes a full K-12 school. We look forward to graduating our first cohort in 2029!
Hayah International School (aka Hayah International Academy) came to life in 2003, with a small group of educators and families who shared and believed in our vision and trusted Hayah to be part of their children’s educational journey. One of the school’s main strengths is its pioneer character education program, especially tailored to align with its mission and vision.
The 2023 academic year proudly marks the 20th for Hayah’s main campus. Hayah has been devoted as a community to sparing no effort to fulfill its mission in graduating well-rounded individuals who honor their cultural identity. Our channels of communication remain open for all our stakeholders as we look forward to a long and prosperous future with both Main and Hayah West communities.
Hayah Board of Directors
Why Choose Hayah?
Character Education Program
Hayah strongly believes and values the emotional and social wellbeing of its students helping them grow as self-reflective and proactive individuals.
Track Record of Success
Hayah International Academy – West is guided by the same distinguished experts in the educational field as those at Hayah International Academy – Main Campus, with over 23 years of experience. Our Main Campus has successfully graduated 15 cohorts, achieving a remarkable 99% pass rate for both the International Baccalaureate Diploma and the American High School Diploma. Furthermore, alumni from Hayah International Academy’s Main Campus have gained acceptance into prestigious local and international universities.
Student’s Life
Offering an inclusive academic program along with strong and diverse activities, our students are encouraged and challenged to reach their best potential.
Core Values
Trustworthiness
Cooperation
Gratitude
Perseverance
Respect
Responsibility
Tolerance
Honesty