Al Injaz Private School vs International School of Oman

	A Al Injaz Private School Muscat, Oman	I International School of Oman Muscat, Oman
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year OMR 2,077 - 3,588	Fees / year OMR 2,631 - 4,647
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Omani Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Omani Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils —
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Instruction language	Instruction language English, Arabic	Instruction language English
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Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located in Al Ansab, Muscat, Oman. The postal address also references Al Khuwair (P.O. Box 2111, 133). It is listed on Google Maps as Al Injaz International Private School in Al Ansab, Muscat.	Location ISO is located in Muscat, Oman. The campus moved to a brand-new site in the Bawsher district in September 2021, relocating from an earlier site in Madinat Al Ilam. The school serves families across the Muscat Governorate and is accessible by road within the metropolitan area.
Stages	Stages The school provides education from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with divisions for Kindergarten (early years), Primary, Middle, and Secondary. It operates a full cycle of education from early years to the end of secondary studies.	Stages ISO offers a full K–12 program: KG1 and KG2, then Grades 1–6, Grades 7–8, Grades 9–10 (Cambridge IGCSE), and Grades 11–12 (Cambridge International AS/A level and Oman Bilingual GDE).
School type	School type The institution is co-educational, serving both boys and girls. It also maintains a dedicated Special Needs section to support certain students within or alongside mainstream classes.	School type International day school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Public data on pupil nationalities is not published by the school.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Al Injaz has a Section for Special Needs with on-site specialists. The program includes on-campus speech therapy, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy, with collaboration with families to support overall development; some students are partially integrated with mainstream peers.	Additional learning support Learning Support is provided, including AL (additional learning) classes for targeted support. Pastoral care and access to a school psychologist are part of the welfare provisions.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school operates in the Sultanate of Oman and does not list a foreign country affiliation.	Country affiliation No single country affiliation is listed. The school funds multiple curricula, including American, British, and Omani programs.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation stated for the school.	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated. Islamic studies are offered as part of the Grade 7–8 curriculum within the Oman-based components.
School day structure	School day structure The school week runs Sunday to Thursday, with school hours from 7:00 to 15:00 (3:00 PM).	School day structure School starts at 8:00 AM. KG1–KG2 finish at 1:30 PM; Grades 1–12 finish at 3:05 PM.
Bus service details	Bus service details Transportation to various areas of Muscat is available. Drivers are trained for student safety, with bus attendants on return trips. Buses are equipped with IVMS, and students are encouraged to wear seat belts. Bus fees vary by area; published notes indicate 2024–2025 area charges and that one-way charges are 60% of the total bus fee.	Bus service details ISO provides transportation to select zones within the Muscat Governorate.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Admission & application fees - Admission test (one-time, new students): OMR 25. - Registration fee (one-time, non‑refundable): OMR 175. Tuition fees by year (annual and three-installment breakdown) - Kindergarten I (KG1 / Montessori): Annual tuition OMR 2,077 — 1st payment OMR 693; 2nd payment OMR 692; 3rd payment OMR 692. - Kindergarten II (KG2): Annual tuition OMR 2,167 — 1st payment OMR 723; 2nd payment OMR 722; 3rd payment OMR 722. - Grade 1 & Grade 2: Annual tuition OMR 2,389 — 1st payment OMR 797; 2nd payment OMR 796; 3rd payment OMR 796. - Grade 3 & Grade 4: Annual tuition OMR 2,643 — 1st payment OMR 881; 2nd payment OMR 881; 3rd payment OMR 881. - Grade 5 & Grade 6: Annual tuition OMR 2,883 — 1st payment OMR 961; 2nd payment OMR 961; 3rd payment OMR 961. (Grade 6 checkpoint/primary exam fees charged separately.) - Grade 7 & Grade 8: Annual tuition OMR 3,039 — 1st payment OMR 1,013; 2nd payment OMR 1,013; 3rd payment OMR 1,013. (Grade 8 checkpoint/lower‑secondary exam fees charged separately.) - Grade 9: Annual tuition OMR 3,302 — 1st payment OMR 1,102; 2nd payment OMR 1,100; 3rd payment OMR 1,100. - Grade 10: Annual tuition OMR 3,302 (IGCSE exam fees charged separately). - Grade 11: Annual tuition OMR 3,381. - Grade 12: Annual tuition OMR 3,588. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are payable in three instalments each academic year. Typical instalment due dates for the year are: 1st instalment in mid‑August, 2nd instalment in late November, and 3rd instalment in late February. A daily late penalty is applied to overdue instalments (published examples show a charge of OMR 1 per day for late instalments). - Specific instalment dates and late‑payment penalties are applied by the finance office for each academic year; unpaid fees can result in withholding of reports/withdrawing a student from the register until dues are cleared. Boarding fees - Al Injaz operates as a day school; no boarding‑school fees are published. Other costs and fees - Exam fees: Certain external examination fees (primary/lower‑secondary checkpoint fees, IGCSE, AS/A‑Level or equivalent exam fees) are charged in addition to tuition. - Activity / extra‑curricular charge: An annual extracurricular/activity charge is applied with the first instalment (examples in published summaries show an OMR 50 annual activity charge). - Books, stationery and uniform: Charged separately from tuition; parents purchase or pay for books and uniforms in addition to tuition. - Transport: School transport is charged separately and is calculated by route/area; transport fees must be paid as a separate item (often with the first instalment). - Additional incidental charges (laboratory, activity trips, assessment fees) may be invoiced separately during the year. Refund information - The registration fee is non‑refundable. Some published summaries of the school's fee policy indicate that specified annual charges (for example the activity charge) are non‑refundable and that, in practice, certain fees once collected are not refunded. Specific refund handling (refund of deposits, pro‑rata refunds for mid‑term withdrawal, treatment of book/uniform/transport charges) is determined by the school's finance office and published fee rules for the academic year. Fee payment options - The school's published fee schedules and admissions information provide instalment amounts and deadlines but do not list a definitive public list of accepted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, cheque or cash) in the published fee tables. Parents are directed to the school accounts/finance office for the accepted payment methods, detailed banking instructions, and receipts. Notes and items frequently charged separately - One‑time new‑student charges (admission test and registration) apply in the first year in addition to the annual tuition amounts listed above. - External exam fees, checkpoint/IGCSE/AS‑A Level fees and any subject‑specific lab fees are extra to the annual tuition. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application and one-time charges - New student registration fee: OMR 100.000. - New student consumables fee: OMR 150.000. - New student development fee: OMR 150.000. - Returning student consumables fee: OMR 150.000. - Returning student development fee: OMR 150.000. . Tuition fees — annual and payment instalments by year group - Kindergarten I: Annual OMR 2,587.000 — 1st payment OMR 565.000; 2nd payment OMR 565.000; 3rd payment OMR 728.000; 4th payment OMR 729.000. - Kindergarten II: Annual OMR 2,587.000 — 1st payment OMR 565.000; 2nd payment OMR 565.000; 3rd payment OMR 728.000; 4th payment OMR 729.000. - Grade 1: Annual OMR 3,271.000 — 1st payment OMR 690.000; 2nd payment OMR 690.000; 3rd payment OMR 945.000; 4th payment OMR 946.000. - Grade 2: Annual OMR 3,271.000 — 1st payment OMR 690.000; 2nd payment OMR 690.000; 3rd payment OMR 945.000; 4th payment OMR 946.000. - Grade 3: Annual OMR 3,271.000 — 1st payment OMR 690.000; 2nd payment OMR 690.000; 3rd payment OMR 945.000; 4th payment OMR 946.000. - Grade 4: Annual OMR 3,581.000 — 1st payment OMR 765.000; 2nd payment OMR 765.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,020.000; 4th payment OMR 1,031.000. - Grade 5: Annual OMR 3,581.000 — 1st payment OMR 765.000; 2nd payment OMR 765.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,020.000; 4th payment OMR 1,031.000. - Grade 6: Annual OMR 3,581.000 — 1st payment OMR 765.000; 2nd payment OMR 765.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,020.000; 4th payment OMR 1,031.000. - Grade 7: Annual OMR 4,141.000 — 1st payment OMR 870.000; 2nd payment OMR 870.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,200.000; 4th payment OMR 1,201.000. - Grade 8: Annual OMR 4,141.000 — 1st payment OMR 870.000; 2nd payment OMR 870.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,200.000; 4th payment OMR 1,201.000. - Grade 9: Annual OMR 4,141.000 — 1st payment OMR 870.000; 2nd payment OMR 870.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,200.000; 4th payment OMR 1,201.000. - Grade 10: Annual OMR 4,303.000 — 1st payment OMR 920.000; 2nd payment OMR 920.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,230.000; 4th payment OMR 1,233.000. - Grade 11: Annual OMR 4,564.000 — 1st payment OMR 970.000; 2nd payment OMR 970.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,300.000; 4th payment OMR 1,307.000. - Grade 12: Annual OMR 4,564.000 — 1st payment OMR 970.000; 2nd payment OMR 970.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,300.000; 4th payment OMR 1,307.000. . Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in four instalments. Due dates for the instalments are: 1st instalment due before April 9, 2026; 2nd instalment due before June 4, 2026; 3rd instalment due before August 27, 2026; 4th instalment due before December 3, 2026. - Parents sign a financial contract (guarantee form) and pay the required portion of annual fees at the accounts office as part of the registration process. - Instalment amounts for each grade are listed above; books, uniform and lunch are charged in addition to the tuition instalments. . Boarding fees - No boarding fees are listed; boarding is not included in the published fee schedule. . Other costs and optional charges - Books, uniform and school lunch are additional to the tuition amounts and are charged separately. - Transportation (school bus) is charged in addition and varies by location. - Accelerated Learning Classes (charged per term): Grade 2 OMR 350; Grade 3 to Grade 4 OMR 400; Grade 5 to Grade 6 OMR 500. - Any additional activities, exam fees or optional services are charged separately if applicable; those items are not detailed in the published fee schedule. . Refund information - No refund policy or refund amounts are specified in the published fee schedule. . Fee payment options and contacts - The school requires payment through its accounts office as part of the registration/acceptance process; specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, cheque or card) are not specified in the published fee materials. - School contact for accounts and admissions: Tel +968 22455400; Email officemanager@isooman.com. .
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school operates as a day school.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school requires a uniform.	Uniform requirement The school requires all students to wear the official uniform, which can only be purchased at the school shop. Official school sportswear and sports shoes are mandatory during PE classes. Boys in grades 5 and above may wear a dishdasha.
Food options	Food options —	Food options There is a well-equipped cafeteria offering a diverse selection of healthy and nutritious meals. It caters to dietary preferences and cultural tastes. The cafeteria staff emphasizes food safety and hygiene.
House system	House system The school uses a four-house system for Grades 1–11: Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow, with mottos Blue – To greater heights; Green – Truth will win; Red – United we stand; Yellow – Fortune favors brave. Kindergarten uses Montessori and Kindergarten Methodology; Primary follows the Primary Years Program (PYP); Middle offers Cambridge IGCSE or bilingual; Secondary offers Cambridge AS & A Levels or bilingual (GED); a Special Needs section exists.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The International School of Oman is operated under the management of EDUGATES International since its founding in 2008. Ownership details are not publicly disclosed on the site.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Al Injaz Private School in Muscat provides a Cambridge- and bilingual-based curriculum across its four main stages. Kindergarten follows Montessori-inspired methods and uses English and Arabic as languages of instruction, teaching Islamic studies, science, mathematics, geography, sensorial concepts, and art. Primary (Grade 1–4) uses the Cambridge Primary Years Program (PYP) and offers English, Arabic, mathematics, science, Islamic studies, social studies from Grade 3, French from Grade 3, life skills, computer, drawing and physical education. Middle (Grades 5–8) follows Cambridge IGCSE or a bilingual pathway; Secondary (Grades 9–12) offers Cambridge AS & A Levels or a bilingual GED pathway. The school also runs a Section for Special Needs, and curricular and co-curricular activities include Arabic handwriting, Quran recitation, English recitation, science and maths quizzes, art, sports, and field trips.	Curriculum details The International School of Oman offers a staged curriculum from early years to upper secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9–10 and Cambridge International AS and A Levels for Grades 11–12, alongside the Oman Bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma). The early years feature KG1 with Jolly Phonics for literacy, while KG2 through Grade 6 cover core subjects including Reading, Mathematics, and Science. Grade 7–8 comprises subject blocks including Math, English and Global Perspective, Science and Computing, Arabic, Social Studies & Islamic, and Art & Design. Grades 9–10 adopt the Cambridge IGCSE framework with compulsory subjects English, Mathematics, and Arabic or French; Omani nationals also study Islamic and Arabic Social Studies, with five elective subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Management, Business Studies, Economics, History, ICT, Art & Design, and Physical Education, with examinations held at the end of Grade 10. Grades 11–12 provide Cambridge International AS and A Levels alongside the Oman bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma). The school also offers other programs including sports, learning support, pastoral care and safeguarding.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Al Injaz implements a House System (introduced in 2012-13) to foster leadership, responsibility, unity, teamwork, and discipline among students. The four houses participate in intramural events and there is a Student Council as part of the system. Autism Awareness Event demonstrates inclusion and empathy for students with autism. The Girls Basketball Empowerment Program fosters confidence, teamwork, and leadership among female students. These activities collectively support social-emotional development and foster a sense of belonging within the school community.	Social & emotional learning 1) Social and emotional learning (SEL): ISO supports SEL through its Student Life structure, notably the Student Society which engages students in activities that promote social and emotional development, leadership, teamwork, and positive attitudes. 2) After-school clubs extend SEL by offering diverse clubs that foster belonging, collaboration, and personal growth. 3) Pastoral care is highlighted as a mechanism to safeguard and support students' social and emotional well-being within a secure, nurturing environment. 4) The overall approach to student welfare emphasizes social and emotional development as part of a well-rounded education. 5) These elements reflect a holistic emphasis on SEL across both curricular and extracurricular activities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Al Injaz operates a dedicated Section for Special Needs (SSN) at Al Ansab to address students whose needs cannot be met through mainstream education. Every SSN student is assessed, and an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is drawn up to guide targeted support. Special educators work with parents and coordinate with on-campus professionals including a speech therapist, a physiotherapist, and an occupational therapist. SSN students are partially integrated with mainstream to develop social and functional skills. The SSN program is led by Director Ms. Amita Sharma. The program emphasizes partnerships with parents and collaboration with doctors, counselors, and therapists to ensure holistic development.	Special educational needs (SEN) 1) ISO provides Learning Support as part of its Other Programs, including remedial instruction, accelerated learning, and differentiation within regular classes to assist learners with gaps or language needs. 2) The Learning Support description notes that support often addresses English proficiency and students who may be behind, indicating language-related learning support. 3) There is no explicit listing of a dedicated SEN department or specialist SEN facility; SEN support appears to be provided through Learning Support within the regular program. 4) Pastoral Care also supports students' social and personal growth, contributing to a holistic approach for learners with additional needs. 5) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding operating a dedicated specialist SEN institution.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school uses the Cambridge curriculum and offers a bilingual GED option under the Oman Ministry of Education. The publicly available materials do not describe a separate EAL program or dedicated EAL staffing. Language support is described through bilingual (GED) offerings rather than a separate EAL service. Explicit EAL program details are not publicly disclosed beyond the bilingual option. 🛈	English as an additional language 1) EAL is not described as a separate, stand-alone program on ISO's site; English-language needs are addressed within Learning Support, which offers remedial and accelerated learning to support students with language proficiency gaps. 2) The Learning Support description notes differentiation within regular classes to assist learners, including those with language challenges. 3) This suggests that language-related support is integrated within Learning Support rather than a distinct EAL unit. 4) The curriculum and student-welfare emphasis indicate language development as part of the broader well-rounded education. 5) Therefore, ISO's publicly disclosed information indicates language support is accommodated within Learning Support rather than via a separate EAL program.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Autism Awareness Event demonstrates inclusion and empathy, contributing to student wellbeing and a safer, more inclusive environment. The Girls Basketball Empowerment Program fosters confidence, teamwork, and leadership, supporting students' social and emotional growth. Cybersecurity awareness training promotes safe digital practices, contributing to students' sense of safety online. The Section for Special Needs and related inclusion efforts reflect attention to social and emotional wellbeing for students with additional needs. School communications and posts about inclusion and wellbeing reflect ongoing attention to student wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing 1) Mental wellbeing is supported through the school's pastoral care framework, which centers on social and personal growth and fostering a nurturing environment. 2) Student Life emphasizes social-emotional development and a sense of belonging, including leadership opportunities and community-building activities. 3) After-school clubs and Student Society involvement provide forums for collaboration, resilience, and emotional regulation in a social context. 4) The school's described approach to welfare and safeguarding reinforces attention to students' mental wellbeing as part of a holistic education. 5) These elements collectively indicate a structured focus on students' mental wellbeing across pastoral care, student life, and extracurricular activities.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Special Needs section describes assessment and an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for students, indicating safeguarding-focused planning. On-site professionals, including a speech therapist, physiotherapist, and occupational therapist, provide ongoing health and safeguarding support. The program notes collaboration with parents and with doctors, counselors, and other professionals to ensure holistic development and protection. The school has used inclusion-related events (e.g., Autism Awareness Event) as part of safeguarding vulnerable students through awareness and support. The safeguarding-related information is described within the SSN program rather than a standalone policy page on public materials.	Safeguarding 1) Safeguarding is explicitly addressed as part of ISO's program offerings, with a formal commitment to creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere and monitoring students at risk. 2) The safeguarding framework includes a systematic approach to support and protect students, and to help them express concerns and stay safe. 3) The curriculum includes tools for students to raise concerns, contributing to ongoing protection and awareness. 4) Pastoral care supports safeguarding by reinforcing healthy relationships and student safety within the school community. 5) A safeguarding-focus is publicly integrated into the school's programs alongside pastoral care and student life.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Al Injaz operates on a purpose-built campus in Al Ansab, Muscat. It offers education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Early Years include Montessori and kindergarten methodology. The campus provides modern facilities to support learning, including a STEM Lab and iPad facilities. The school maintains a broad educational program with diverse facilities.	Facilities overview ISO relocated to a brand-new campus in Bawsher in September 2021. The campus features modern, well-lit classrooms equipped with interactive smart boards. It houses science and ICT labs, a large library, a 250-seat auditorium, a cafeteria, and a clinic. The facilities include a full sports complex with a gym, outdoor football field, basketball and volleyball courts, and two temperature-controlled swimming pools. The arts and music spaces support creativity and performance.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities A wide range of extra-curricular activities is offered, including art, music, theatre, dance, football, swimming and athletics. Sports and performing arts form a core part of the program. Co-curricular activities support holistic development and skill-building. These activities complement the Cambridge curriculum and bilingual options.	Sports facilities The sports complex includes a full-size gymnasium, an outdoor football field, basketball and volleyball courts, and two temperature-controlled swimming pools.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Cambridge curriculum is followed, with IGCSE and AS & A Levels. A bilingual option is provided via the GED program in partnership with the Ministry of Education of Oman. Kindergarten to Primary to Secondary are structured as Montessori and Primary Years Program in the early years, with Cambridge pathways in the middle and secondary years. Al Injaz has a Special Needs section to cater for students whose needs are not met by mainstream education, with on‑campus therapists including a speech therapist, physiotherapist and occupational therapist. Classes run from Kindergarten to Grade 12.	Academic facilities Modern classrooms are spacious and equipped with interactive smart boards. Science and ICT labs provide hands-on opportunities for exploration. The library offers a broad collection and quiet reading spaces. The auditorium hosts presentations and events. The school uses Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9-10 and Cambridge AS/A Level for Grades 11-12, alongside the Oman Bilingual General Education Diploma (GDE). KG1 uses Jolly Phonics.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities A wide range of extra activities is offered, including art, music, theatre, dance, football, swimming and athletics. Co-curricular activities support holistic development. Students have opportunities to participate in sports and performing arts. The program integrates with the Cambridge curriculum and bilingual offerings.	Extra curricular facilities ISO offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and clubs. Arts and music spaces support creativity and performance. Participation in extracurricular activities develops teamwork, communication, and a sense of community.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Al Injaz International Private School was established in 2004 as a Kindergarten at Al Khuwair. It gradually expanded by adding one class each year to evolve into a full secondary school. In 2012, the school moved to its own premises at Al Ansab and now serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The Cambridge curriculum (IGCSE, AS & A Levels) and a bilingual system with the Ministry of Education of Oman underpin the curriculum, complemented by a broad range of sports and co-curricular activities to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and responsible young citizens. The school also operates a Section for Special Needs with a multi-disciplinary team, including on-site therapists, who work with families to support development and partial integration with mainstream classes.	History The International School of Oman (ISO) opened in September 2008 under the management of EDUGATES® International. It initially served Kindergarten to Grade 7 and expanded to Grade 12 in the 2013-2014 academic year. The school began at a temporary campus in Madinat Al Ilam and relocated in September 2021 to a new, purpose-built campus in Bawsher. ISO originally offered an American curriculum and shifted in 2013-2014 to the Omani Bilingual General Education Diploma, followed by the Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Level syllabi in 2014-2015. The school celebrated the graduation of its 10th senior cohort.
Community	Community The school community is engaged through ongoing participation by students, parents, and staff in activities designed to build a strong school culture. In 2017, Al Injaz hosted the Arabic Poetry Competition drawing participation from ten private schools in Muscat. Al Injaz also participates in international competitions, with teams representing Oman in events such as the Europe Cup in Verona, Italy, where the Under-16 team reached the final four. Parental involvement is encouraged through regular parent–teacher meetings and family events such as Pink Colour Day, Occupation Day, and storytelling sessions that bring families into the learning process.	Community ISO's learning community emphasizes a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all students. The school maintains regular parent and student communications through a dedicated portal that shares notices, calendars, and updates. ISO supports co-curricular and cultural activities, including events such as winter concerts and science fairs listed in official communications. These components reflect a commitment to holistic development and community belonging.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Al Injaz maintains a Parent Committee (a PTA-like body) comprising 15 members drawn from the current year's parent community. The committee acts as a liaison between the school management and parents on matters of concern. Committee members meet regularly with school representatives to discuss student welfare, school development, and community initiatives for the benefit of the students, the school, and the wider community. The committee supports the school's development by contributing to strategic discussions and helping plan and coordinate initiatives. Parental involvement is reinforced through structured channels, including ongoing parent engagement in school life through meetings and participation in events that support student learning and well-being.	Parent teacher association Public information about a formal PTA at ISO Oman is not published on public pages. Parent communications are organized through the internal ISO Oman portal, which provides notices, calendars, and parent circulars. The portal lists events and milestones such as Winter Concerts and Science Fairs. Public documentation does not specify PTA committees, leadership roles, or scheduled PTA activities. If you want official PTA details, I can help you request them from ISO Oman or check for any publicly released governance documents.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school follows the Cambridge curriculum (IGCSE, AS & A Levels) and a bilingual system under the Oman Ministry of Education. Curricular activities include Arabic handwriting, Quran recitation, Arabic poetry recitation, English recitation, English handwriting, and various quizzes such as Spell Bee, Science Quiz, Maths Quiz and General Knowledge Quiz. Educational trips, picnics, and overnight excursions supplement classroom learning. The school actively participates in inter-school, regional, national, and international competitions to broaden students' learning horizons.	Academic & intellectual ISO serves students from KG1 through Grade 12. The Cambridge IGCSE curriculum is offered for Grades 9-10, while Grades 11-12 provide Cambridge International AS and A-levels, alongside the Oman Bilingual General Education Diploma (GDE/Thanawiyah Amma). KG1 uses Jolly Phonics as part of early literacy. In Grades 7-8 Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic are core subjects.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school provides Art, Music, Theatre, Dance, Football, Swimming and Athletics as part of its extra-curricular program. These activities form part of the school's co-curricular offerings and support creative expression and physical development.	Arts & creative ISO provides arts and music education and has facilities for arts and performances, including an auditorium. The campus includes dedicated arts spaces and a 250-seat auditorium for performances. After-School Clubs include drama and choir, as well as other activities such as chess, taekwondo, coding, and creative writing.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language ISO follows the Omani Bilingual General Education Diploma curriculum (GDE) since 2013-2014, reflecting bilingual education. In Grades 7-8, Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic are taught as core subjects. The Cambridge program (IGCSE for Grades 9-10 and AS/A-level for Grades 11-12) uses English-language instruction. Placement in English, Math and Arabic is assessed via placement tests during admissions.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Co-curricular activities include a wide range of sports: soccer, throw ball, hand ball, dodge ball, basketball, table tennis, badminton, yoga, aerobics, swimming, and karate, as well as music. These activities support teamwork, fitness, and personal development.	Social & hobbies The Student Society has student leaders and committees covering areas such as academics, discipline, management, social responsibility, and events. The Student Life Organization runs after-school clubs for grades 1 to 12, including drama, chess, choir, taekwondo, coding, and creative writing. Participation in clubs fosters teamwork, leadership and community involvement.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Student Society includes committees focused on social responsibility. Pastoral Care supports students' social and personal growth, and safeguarding policies monitor well-being and provide protection. The school emphasizes community values and safe, inclusive environments.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school has a Student Council and a House System that provide leadership opportunities and promote teamwork. These structures support student voice and collaborative problem-solving.	Leadership & professional Student leadership is fostered through the Student Society, with committees led by student presidents, vice presidents and prefects. Committees cover academics, discipline, events and social responsibility. The school is led by a Director and Deputy Director, with an administrative team supporting admissions, student life, and other functions.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school supports wellbeing through sports and fitness activities, including yoga, aerobics, and swimming, as part of its lifestyle program. These activities contribute to physical health and well-being across the student body.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school prioritizes welfare and safety with pastoral care and safeguarding. A campus clinic provides health services. The sports complex includes a gym, outdoor field, basketball and volleyball courts, and two temperature-controlled swimming pools. An auditorium hosts performances and events, contributing to students' physical and cultural wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The Cambridge curriculum is taught with a bilingual system aligned with the Ministry of Education of Oman; Primary uses the Primary Years Program (PYP); Kindergarten uses Montessori and Kindergarten Methodology.	Language provision Grades 9–10 use the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum with compulsory subjects including English, Mathematics, and Arabic or French; Omani Nationals must also study Islamic and Arabic Social Studies. Grades 11–12 offer Cambridge International AS and A Level or Oman Bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma). All subjects in Grades 11–12 are studied in English, except Arabic, Islamic and Social Studies. In Grades 7–8, Cambridge Lower Secondary English is taught as part of the program, with Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Studies following the MOE curriculum.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Bilingual instruction is offered in the Cambridge tracks: Middle uses Cambridge IGCSE or Bilingual, and Secondary uses Cambridge AS & A Levels or Bilingual (GED).	Bilingual teaching Oman Bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma) is offered for Grades 11-12; all subjects are studied in English, with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies included as part of MOE requirements.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions The International School of Oman (ISO) opened in 2008. In September 2021 ISO relocated to a brand-new campus in Bawsher. The address is Bosher, Al Maha Street, Way No. 257, Building No. 1-21.
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