Al Injaz Private School and New World International School are both in Muscat, about 34 km apart. Both schools offer British programmes. Al Injaz Private School also offers Omani, and New World International School also offers IB. Published annual fees are OMR 2,077 - 3,588 at Al Injaz Private School and OMR 2,912 - 5,416 at New World International School, which puts New World International School roughly 47% higher. Al Injaz Private School takes pupils from 4 to 18, and New World International School from 4 to 17. Al Injaz Private School is the larger school, with around 800 pupils to New World International School's 320.
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Al Injaz Private School
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Muscat, Oman
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Fees / year
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Fees / year OMR 2,077 - 3,588 | Fees / year OMR 2,912 - 5,416 |
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Age range
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Age range 4 - 18 years | Age range 4 - 17 years |
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Type
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Curriculum
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Curriculum British Curriculum, Omani Curriculum | Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) |
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Pupils
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Pupils 800 | Pupils 320 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size — | Typical class size 16 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Arabic | Instruction language English |
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Bus service
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Location
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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 New World International School is located in Seeb, Muscat, Oman. The campus sits in the Seeb/Manuma area on Seeb Street (Seeb 122) and uses the mailing address PO Box 1696, Muscat 122. The school is within easy reach of international residential communities and is close to Muscat International Airport, reflecting its aim to serve relocating expatriate families. |
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Stages
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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 NWIS serves Early Childhood in KG (starting from age 3) through Grade 10, with a Grade 11 group opening in the 2025-2026 academic year. The upper years align with Cambridge International Curriculum and the school is authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for the upper secondary years (IB School since June 3, 2025). |
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School type
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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 NWIS is a private, co-educational day school. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix Public data on pupil nationalities is not published by the school. | Pupil nationality mix Public data on the exact nationality mix is not disclosed. NWIS serves a diverse international student body, and the SEK Education Group notes that its schools accommodate over 80 nationalities across the group's network; the school itself lists about 320 pupils in its directory listing. |
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Additional learning support
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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 SEN provision includes a dedicated SEN Coordinator, a Learning Resource Center specialist, a Social Worker, and an EAL teacher. A School Nurse is on site to support student well-being and inclusion. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation The school operates in the Sultanate of Oman and does not list a foreign country affiliation. | Country affiliation The school is located in Oman and operates as part of the SEK Education Group; there is no separate country affiliation beyond its Oman location. The SEK group maintains a multi-country network of schools. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation stated for the school. | Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation stated for NWIS. |
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School day structure
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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 A typical school day starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 2:30 PM. KG students have a shorter day, finishing at 1:30 PM. |
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Bus service details
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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 NWIS offers a transportation service with a dedicated Transport Department. Transportation is charged separately, according to the school's rate schedule. For routes and fees, contact the Transport line at +968 71885015 or the admissions team for details. |
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Fee details
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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 TUITION FEES (2025–2026 ACADEMIC YEAR) - KG1: Annual net OMR 2,512 — Per term (x3) OMR 837. - KG2: Annual net OMR 2,512 — Per term (x3) OMR 837. - Grade 1: Annual net OMR 2,928 — Per term (x3) OMR 976. - Grade 2: Annual net OMR 2,928 — Per term (x3) OMR 976. - Grade 3: Annual net OMR 3,344 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,115. - Grade 4: Annual net OMR 3,344 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,115. - Grade 5: Annual net OMR 3,760 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,253. - Grade 6: Annual net OMR 3,760 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,253. - Grade 7: Annual net OMR 4,176 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,392. - Grade 8: Annual net OMR 4,176 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,392. - Grade 9: Annual net OMR 4,592 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,531. - Grade 10: Annual net OMR 4,592 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,531. - Grade 11 (GED): Annual net OMR 4,808 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,603. - Grade 11 (IBDP): Annual net OMR 5,016 — Per term (x3) OMR 1,672. APPLICATION / ADMISSION FEES - Registration (one-time, non-refundable) OMR 200 to confirm an offered place. Families must pay this within the published reservation window to hold the place. - Re-enrollment (annual, non-refundable) OMR 300 charged during the re-enrollment period and deducted from the Term 1 fee for the following year. OTHER CHARGES AND OPTIONAL SERVICES - Books & stationery (paid with Term 1): KG1–KG2 OMR 100; Grade 1–5 OMR 200; Grade 6–11 OMR 300. - Canteen / meal service (optional): KG1–Grade 1 OMR 350 annually (or OMR 135 per term); Grade 2–5 OMR 400 annually (or OMR 150 per term); Grade 6–11 OMR 450 annually (or OMR 165 per term). - Early care / After care: Early care OMR 20 per month; After care OMR 25 per month (term-based service details in policy). - Special Education Needs (SEN) support (annual): Level 1 OMR 900; Level 2 OMR 1,200 (level determined by the SEN department). - English as an Additional Language (EAL) support (bi-annual): OMR 300 (Sept–Jan) and OMR 300 (Feb–June) when required. - School transportation: Optional; fees set according to published bus routes and the bus fee schedule (transport fees published once routes are planned). - After‑school activities (ASA): Optional; costs are charged per term and published at registration for each activity. - External examination fees (e.g., IGCSE, IB): Charged as determined by the examining organisation; amounts set annually. - Uniforms: Priced per item according to the school uniform price list; purchase arranged through the school's uniform provider. - Device provision / BYOD: In-house tablets provided for classroom use up to Grade 3; Bring Your Own Device policy applies from Grade 4 upward (families responsible for device purchase where applicable and for damage caused by inappropriate use). DISCOUNTS - Sibling discount: 15% on tuition for the second and subsequent children (applies to the younger child(ren)). - Prompt full-year payment discount: 3% discount for payment of the complete annual tuition in a single payment before the start of the academic year (Term 1). BILLING SCHEDULE AND PAYMENT TERMS (2025–2026) - Tuition is invoiced as three equal installments, billed in advance and due before the start of each academic term. - 2025–2026 installment schedule (issue date → payment deadline): - First installment issued 3 August 2025 — due 17 August 2025. - Second installment issued 16 November 2025 — due 27 November 2025. - Third installment issued 1 February 2026 — due 12 February 2026. - Late payment: Non-payment by the deadline incurs a 5% surcharge per month on the outstanding amount. Scholarships and discounts may be cancelled if fees are not paid on time. Admission/re-admission for the next year is conditional on payment of the full Term 1 fee in advance. - Re-enrollment fee due date: Non-refundable OMR 300 during the re-enrollment period (due latest by 15 January in the published schedule to secure a seat for the next academic year); otherwise the place is not reserved. This fee is deducted from Term 1 tuition for the following year. REFUNDS AND WITHDRAWAL - School fees are non-refundable. Reports and transfer certificates will not be released until all outstanding fees have been settled. If a family withdraws a student, written notice is required at least two weeks before the end of term; otherwise the next term's fees are payable. The school may give one term's notice of any fee changes. BOARDING - New World International School operates as a day school; boarding is not provided. FEE PAYMENT OPTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS - Accepted methods: Direct bank deposit, bank transfer, electronic payments, VISA / POS. Cash is accepted only for full-year or term-wise payments (partial cash payments are not accepted). A copy of the deposit slip / transfer should be sent to the Finance Office with the invoice number and student name. - Bank details (for transfers / deposits): Oman Arab Bank account 3106-664587-502. When sending bank evidence include the invoice number and student's full name and forward it to the Finance Office contact details provided by the school. - Finance contact for payment confirmation and queries: finance@mynwis.om and the Finance Department mobile number published by the school. NOTES / ADDITIONAL POINTS (factual) - Transportation, meal services, extra activities and some exam fees are charged in addition to tuition and are published separately. - The school reserves the right to review, amend or withdraw discounts and to increase fees; families are given notice as described in the fees policy. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements The school operates as a day school. | Boarding arrangements — |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement The school requires a uniform. | Uniform requirement The school uses a uniform. Uniform pieces are available per the price list, and a NWIS uniform design is provided. |
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Food options
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Food options — | Food options The school has a cafeteria that offers breakfast and lunch for students who wish to purchase meals. Meal services are charged according to the canteen rate schedule. |
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House system
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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 There are four houses: Yellow Eagles, Blue Dolphins, Red Leopards, Green Oryx. Students across KG to Grade 10 are assigned to a house and participate in house competitions to foster teamwork and community. |
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership — | Governance and ownership The school is part of SEK Education Group, founded in 1892, which operates SEK International Schools in multiple countries. |
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Curriculum details
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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 New World International School in Muscat delivers an international curriculum from KG1 to Grade 10, combining the Cambridge International Curriculum with the SEK Future Learning Model; Grade 11 opens in September 2025, with Grade 12 to follow. The Primary years (Grades 1–5) use Cambridge Primary with a unit-based inquiry approach. Lower Middle School (Grades 6–8) continues with Cambridge frameworks, includes Arabic, English, Mathematics, and Integrated Sciences, and makes Spanish mandatory up to Grade 8, with Cambridge Checkpoint assessments. Middle School (Grades 9–10) prepares students for Cambridge IGCSE examinations across a broad range of subjects. For Grades 11–12, the school offers the IB Diploma Programme (DP) taught in English, with Arabic A available, including the DP core Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Action and Service. An optional GED pathway is available alongside MOE requirements, and NWIS is an IB World School within the SEK Education Group. |
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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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 New World International School has an Inclusion Department that focuses on health and wellbeing as part of learning. The department's work was highlighted when an End of Unit learning event emphasized health's role in promoting learning and wellbeing, with participation from MOE Supervisor Aziza Alrahawi and Educational Psychologist Nadia Sultan. This demonstrates formal support structures for student wellbeing and access to specialist staff. The inclusion and wellbeing orientation is reinforced through school communications that reference the role of the inclusion team in supporting students' social and emotional needs. The school's wellbeing-oriented actions are guided by external oversight and specialist input, as shown by the presence of the Educational Psychologist and MOE supervisor during events. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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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) An Inclusion Department exists at NWIS, indicating an inclusive approach to supporting learners with additional needs. The department is associated with an Educational Psychologist and external MOE oversight, signaling formal structures for addressing diverse needs. The site does not publicly publish a detailed list of the specific types of Special Educational Needs the school can support, nor whether NWIS is a specialist SEN institution. Inclusion activity suggests some SEN support is provided, but explicit provisions and limitations are not disclosed on the site. The information available shows inclusion as a feature of the school, rather than a standalone SEN-only facility. |
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English as an additional language
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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 NWIS offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL) immersion programme designed to help all students access the curriculum taught in English. The programme aims to develop English for academic purposes and to narrow gaps in proficiency, with an immersive approach. Students receive five hours of EAL support per week, including three integrated classroom sessions and two pull-out one-to-one sessions focused on speaking and writing. An EAL teacher provides personalised support and works closely with the student's main teacher to align materials. This structured EAL provision supports learners from diverse language backgrounds. |
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Mental wellbeing
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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 Mental wellbeing is supported through the Inclusion Department's focus on health as part of learning, with involvement from an Educational Psychologist and MOE supervisor during events. The school references wellbeing as a component of inclusion and student support, illustrating access to specialist guidance for emotional and mental health needs. Professional development for staff includes wellbeing and safeguarding topics, underscoring a commitment to staff capacity in supporting student wellbeing. The school's communications indicate ongoing attention to mental wellbeing within its inclusive framework. |
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Safeguarding
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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 Safeguarding is addressed as part of NWIS's staff development and inclusion practices; safeguarding topics featured in professional development for educators, including sessions at events described by the school. The presence of an Educational Psychologist and MOE supervisor within the school's wellbeing and inclusion activities further supports safeguarding-related processes. The school notes it operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education of the Sultanate of Oman, which informs its safeguarding framework. These elements indicate a structured approach to safeguarding within the school's student support system. |
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Facilities overview
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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 Large, brightly lit classrooms accommodate up to 20 students and are equipped with IQ Panels to support interactive, digital learning. The library and canteen are designed with flexible seating to create informal spaces for study and meals, and indoor and outdoor areas accommodate all-weather use. NWIS provides flexible, multi-purpose spaces for STEAM and creative activities, including hands-on robotics and Lego-lab offerings as part of after-school programs. Classrooms support active, personalized learning through digital teaching tools. Bridge English and Math courses are available for students transferring from other schools to ease academic transitions. |
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Sports facilities
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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 school has a large swimming pool and a separate kids pool. There is an ultra-modern multi-purpose hall for basketball, badminton and tennis. Additional outdoor facilities include football grounds and an athletics track that are planned in Phase II. Trained faculty and coaches support physical education and the development of teamwork and discipline. |
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Academic facilities
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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 Classrooms are large and bright and use IQ Panels to enable interactive lessons. Digital teaching tools are used to enhance student engagement. A library with flexible seating forms part of the learning environment. Bridge courses in English and Math are offered for students joining from other schools to support a smooth transition. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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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 After-school activities include a sports and life-skills block with Quran, Yoga, Swimming and Taekwondo. Academic boosters and languages programs offer IGCSE biology or chemistry, English and Arabic reading and writing, and Spanish for adults. The creativity and technology block includes food technology, piano lessons, visual arts workshops and a robotics and Lego-lab that enables participation in competitions at national and international levels. The program emphasizes holistic development across physical, academic, linguistic and creative areas. |
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History
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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 New World International School was founded in 2020 to become one of the leading schools in Oman. The campus is located in Muscat, within easy reach of international residential areas and the Muscat International Airport. It delivers the Cambridge International Curriculum in combination with the SEK Future Learning Model. SEK Education Group became the operator after a partnership signed on June 15, 2023, with operations managed from August 2023. The school opened Grade 11 in September 2025 and was authorised as an IB World School on June 3, 2025, aligning its program with international standards while continuing to celebrate local heritage. |
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Community
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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 NWIS has a vibrant and welcoming community that emphasizes global citizenship while respecting Omani heritage. Regular cultural events spotlight diverse cultures; for example, International Day was celebrated with representation from 23 countries in January 2024. The school hosts family-focused events such as Sustainability Day, International Fair, and Cafe Latte, providing opportunities for families to connect with teachers and staff. Parent involvement is encouraged through Workshops for Families, which are led by school leaders and cover topics from curriculum structure to strategies for literacy, numeracy and social-emotional development. |
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Parent teacher association
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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 NWIS does not publish a formal Parent-Teacher Association as a separate entity on its official materials. Instead, parent involvement is organized through structured initiatives such as Workshops for Families, which are led by NWIS pedagogical leaders including the Primary & KG Coordinator, the IT Integrator, the Middle School Coordinator and the Principal. These workshops cover topics such as curriculum structure, learning approaches, and home-learning strategies, and they provide hands-on experiences of NWIS teaching methods. The school also runs Community & Family Events that encourage parents to participate in activities such as Sustainability Day, International Fair, and Cafe Latte, strengthening school-family partnerships. An International Day event also involves parents, reflecting the community's emphasis on inclusivity and shared learning. NWIS operates under SEK Education Group, which provides governance and support across its network of international schools. |
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Academic & intellectual
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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 The school offers after-school academic boosters and language support. IGCSE Biology and Chemistry are offered to reinforce subject knowledge and prepare students for externally assessed examinations. English and Arabic reading and writing courses support bilingual literacy. English and Spanish are available as foreign languages. |
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Arts & creative
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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 After School Activities include Creativity and Technology. Students have access to cooking in food technology, piano lessons, and visual arts workshops. The robotics and Lego-lab prepare students to participate in competitions at national and international levels. |
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
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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 House System fosters school spirit and teamwork through four houses: Yellow Eagles, Blue Dolphins, Red Leopards, Green Oryx. Students across KG to Grade 10 are assigned to a house, ensuring representation across ages. House activities include competitions integrated into sporting events and arts projects, contributing to a connected school culture. |
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Community & service
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Community & service — | Community & service NWIS opens its campus to the wider community through family-focused events such as Sustainability Day, International Fair, and Cafe Latte. These events connect families with teachers and staff and provide opportunities for parents to participate in learning activities during science fairs, sports competitions and STEAM workshops. |
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Leadership & professional
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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 The House System provides opportunities for collaboration and leadership through inter-house activities and cross-age participation. The system fosters leadership and teamwork across KG to Grade 10. Participation in house events and competitions supports student development in communication and organizational skills. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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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 Sports and life skills block includes Quran, Yoga, Swimming or Taekwondo, supported by purpose-built facilities. The program promotes physical health, wellness and spiritual development. The structured activities and facilities support holistic well-being. |
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Language provision
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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 English is the language of instruction across the Cambridge and IB curricula. Arabic and Spanish are taught as well; Spanish is a mandatory subject up to Grade 8 in Lower Middle School. The Cambridge Curriculum offers Arabic and English language studies, and the IB Diploma Programme provides English as the language of instruction with Arabic A (Language and Literature) also available. Library resources support English, Arabic and Spanish. |
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Bilingual teaching
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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 — |
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs — | Immersion programs The English as an Additional Language (EAL) immersion programme provides an immersive experience into English for academic purposes. The aim is to scaffold the learning of English and to narrow the gap with peers in English proficiency. The student receives support from an EAL teacher, with the main subject or homeroom teacher coordinating to ensure aligned materials. The sessions total five hours per week, consisting of three integrated in-class sessions and two one-to-one pull-out sessions. |
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Admissions
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Admissions — | Admissions The school is New World International School in Muscat, Oman. The campus is conveniently situated to serve the Muscat area, within easy reach from international residential complexes and the Muscat International Airport. |
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Scholarships
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