Al Raneem International Private School vs Beaconhouse International Private School

	A Al Raneem International Private School Muscat, Oman	B Beaconhouse International Private School Muscat, Oman
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year OMR 1,932 - 3,910	Fees / year OMR 2,252 - 4,778
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Omani Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Omani Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,200	Pupils 950
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Arabic	Instruction language English, Arabic
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is in Al Amerat, Muscat, Oman. The campus is located on Al Jood Street (Al Jood Street 119) in the Al Amerat area, which places it in the Muscat metropolitan region. The site notes local operating hours and a 7:00 am–3:00 pm schedule on Sundays to Thursdays, with Fridays and Saturdays closed. }	Location Beaconhouse International Private School, Al Khuwair is located at Al Khuwair South, Street 2725, Building 1/A/2661, Complex No 227, Muscat 116, Oman. The Al Khuwair campus is one of two Beaconhouse campuses in Muscat, the other being in Qurum. The Qurum Campus is located on Building No. 54, Al Fauhood Street, Qurum Heights, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman. The two campuses together cater to KG1–KG2 and Grades 1–12.
Stages	Stages The school follows the Cambridge International pathway from Early Years through Grade 12, with IEYC used for Kindergarten. Cambridge Primary covers Grades 1–6, Cambridge Lower Secondary covers Grades 7–8, IGCSE covers Grades 9–10, and AS/A Levels cover Grades 11–12. This structure spans from Kindergarten to the end of secondary/post-16 education. }	Stages The Al Khuwair campus offers Kindergarten (KG1 and KG2) as well as Grades 1–12. The Qurum campus provides Kindergarten classes, while the Al Khuwair campus houses Grades 1–12.
School type	School type The school type is private international and bilingual. It offers the Cambridge International curriculum from Grade 1 to Grade 12 and the IEYC for Kindergarten, reflecting its international orientation and bilingual approach. The publicly available materials do not state a specific gender policy or boarding facilities. }	School type Beaconhouse is a private international school operating in Oman, with campuses in Al Khuwair and Qurum; it follows the Cambridge CAIE and the British Curriculum.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Public materials do not publish a clear, current breakdown of pupil nationalities. An on-site data point lists 0 nationalities in one section, indicating that nationality data is not publicly disclosed. In short, the nationality mix is not publicly published. }	Pupil nationality mix The majority of pupils are Omani and Pakistani, with pupils from about 25 other countries represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Public materials do not specify any dedicated Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions or facilities. The school presents itself as a safe, inclusive environment but does not publish explicit SEN details. If SEN support is needed, families should contact the school directly to confirm available provisions. }	Additional learning support Public materials describe an on-site medical clinic with trained staff; no specific Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions are listed.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school operates in Oman and is governed under Oman's educational framework. It is described as a bilingual Cambridge International-schooling model, reflecting its international program within Oman. }	Country affiliation Oman. The school operates in Muscat, Oman.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated in publicly available materials. The school is described as a bilingual, Cambridge curriculum school operating in Oman. }	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is stated in the published materials.
School day structure	School day structure The school day runs from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm from Sunday to Thursday, with Friday and Saturday off. The schedule aligns with the Muscat workweek pattern noted on the campus overview. }	School day structure The school week runs Sunday to Thursday. KG1–KG2 run from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; Grades 1–4 run from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Grades 5–12 run from 7:20 a.m. to 2:10 p.m. Gates open at 7:00 a.m., and all children should be in by 7:25 a.m.
Bus service details	Bus service details Transportation is mentioned as a separate fee option in some admissions materials, but specific details about bus routes, providers, or schedules are not published publicly. Families should contact the school to confirm available transport arrangements and associated fees. The tuition fees page notes that transportation is not included in tuition. }	Bus service details Bus services are provided to and from the school. Buses are coaster buses with safety features and are staffed by trained drivers and female nannies. Each bus seats 15 students and features safety belts, cameras, water, first aid kits, and a safety-focused onboard system. Routes include Qurum, Al Khuwair, Ansab, Al Ghubra, Sultan Qaboos University, Al Seeb, Al Mawaleh, Al Hail, and Al Khoud, among others.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - New student registration (application) fee: OMR 250. Registration fee waiver applies to new students until 31 March 2026. - Re‑registration fee (returning students): OMR 200 (applied as a re‑registration charge and deducted from total fees where applicable). Tuition fees (annual totals and per‑term breakdown) — by year group The published annual tuition for the 2026–2027 school year and a typical three‑instalment breakdown (1st instalment, 2nd instalment, 3rd instalment) are shown below. The instalment split follows the school's established pattern of 40% / 40% / 20% of the annual fee (used in prior published schedules). Annual totals are as published for 2026–2027; instalment amounts are the 40/40/20 division of those totals. - KG 1 — Annual: OMR 1,932.00 — 1st: OMR 772.80, 2nd: OMR 772.80, 3rd: OMR 386.40. - KG 2 — Annual: OMR 1,932.00 — 1st: OMR 772.80, 2nd: OMR 772.80, 3rd: OMR 386.40. - Grade 1 — Annual: OMR 2,160.00 — 1st: OMR 864.00, 2nd: OMR 864.00, 3rd: OMR 432.00. - Grade 2 — Annual: OMR 2,160.00 — 1st: OMR 864.00, 2nd: OMR 864.00, 3rd: OMR 432.00. - Grade 3 — Annual: OMR 2,260.00 — 1st: OMR 904.00, 2nd: OMR 904.00, 3rd: OMR 452.00. - Grade 4 — Annual: OMR 2,260.00 — 1st: OMR 904.00, 2nd: OMR 904.00, 3rd: OMR 452.00. - Grade 5 — Annual: OMR 2,390.00 — 1st: OMR 956.00, 2nd: OMR 956.00, 3rd: OMR 478.00. - Grade 6 — Annual: OMR 2,390.00 — 1st: OMR 956.00, 2nd: OMR 956.00, 3rd: OMR 478.00. - Grade 7 — Annual: OMR 2,515.00 — 1st: OMR 1,006.00, 2nd: OMR 1,006.00, 3rd: OMR 503.00. - Grade 8 — Annual: OMR 2,515.00 — 1st: OMR 1,006.00, 2nd: OMR 1,006.00, 3rd: OMR 503.00. - Grade 9 (IG) — Annual: OMR 2,650.00 — 1st: OMR 1,060.00, 2nd: OMR 1,060.00, 3rd: OMR 530.00. - Grade 10 (IG) — Annual: OMR 3,010.00 — 1st: OMR 1,204.00, 2nd: OMR 1,204.00, 3rd: OMR 602.00. - Grade 11 (Bi) — Annual: OMR 3,230.00 — 1st: OMR 1,292.00, 2nd: OMR 1,292.00, 3rd: OMR 646.00. - Grade 11 (AS) — Annual: OMR 3,778.00 — 1st: OMR 1,511.20, 2nd: OMR 1,511.20, 3rd: OMR 755.60. - Grade 12 (Bi) — Annual: OMR 3,380.00 — 1st: OMR 1,352.00, 2nd: OMR 1,352.00, 3rd: OMR 676.00. - Grade 12 (A Level) — Annual: OMR 3,910.00 — 1st: OMR 1,564.00, 2nd: OMR 1,564.00, 3rd: OMR 782.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard instalment schedule (historical pattern used by the school): three instalments with typical due dates at the end of September (1st instalment), end of November (2nd instalment), and end of January (3rd instalment). The school applies an early payment discount for families who settle the full tuition within the specified early‑payment period. Partial payments are accepted. - Late payment / arrears: a historical practice in published schedules applies an additional charge (for example OMR 30 per month after the end of March in prior published schedules). Specific late‑payment penalties and enforcement are set by the school and applied according to the accounts policy. - Fees are quoted in OMR; the school reserves the right to change fees annually or in special cases. Payments should reach the school account before the due date. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's public fee materials for the published academic year. The school operates as a day school. Other costs and additional charges - Transportation (school bus): optional service; bus charges are determined according to the student's place of residence and are not included in the tuition totals. - Examination fees: IGCSE and other international examination charges apply (example historically published: Grade 10 IGCSE fees ≈ OMR 800; Grade 11 international exam fees ≈ OMR 800). Examination fees are charged in addition to tuition. - Books, stationery and device costs: book fees and other learning‑resource charges are additional to tuition. The school has previously published book fee lines and indicates parents provide a tablet (brand specified historically as Apple) for students; these are separate costs. - Uniforms and school clothing: uniform costs are additional and are not included in the published tuition totals; specific uniform prices are not listed in the public fee schedule. - Curriculum‑specific additional fees: additional charges apply for students enrolled in the Kalemon curriculum who are non‑Arabic speakers. - Sibling discount: a discount of OMR 50 is applicable for each sibling enrolled at the school. Refund and cancellation policy (fees and payment refunds) - General policy: tuition fees are treated as non‑refundable once paid; refunds, where granted, are processed at the school's discretion according to the school's refund policy. Duplicate payments that qualify for refund are typically refunded within 7–14 working days. Where refunds are approved, processing is typically completed within 10–15 working days after deduction of any cancellation charges and convenience fees, if applicable. If a student leaves before completing the course, any refund is calculated according to the school policy. Fee payment options and receipts - Online payment gateway via the Al Raneem “Edumaat” mobile app (payment processing partner: Bank Muscat). Accepted electronic payment methods through the gateway are credit/debit cards. The gateway issues an instant digital receipt that serves as proof of payment. - The school encourages the use of the payment gateway but also accepts traditional methods (bank transfer and other school‑accepted methods) in many cases; parents can contact the accounts office for details. Payment processing times can vary; payments made via the gateway typically reach the school account within two working days. - Transaction queries, refunds and accounts matters are handled by the school accounts department (accounts@alraneem.edu.om \| +968 9234 2623).	Fee details Application & Admission Fees - Admission fee (non-refundable): OMR 50 for KG1–KG2; OMR 200 for Grade 3–Grade 12. Security Deposit - Refundable security deposit: OMR 100 per child payable at the time of admission; refunded when the student leaves after all school dues are cleared. Learning Resources Fee (charged with first tuition payment) - KG1–KG2: OMR 120. - Grade 1–Grade 6: OMR 175. - Grade 7–Grade 8: OMR 200. - Grade 9–Grade 12: OMR 250. - This fee covers textbooks, stationery, online learning resources, assessments, library and laboratory fees. Tuition Fees — annual and per-term (by year group) - KG1: Annual OMR 2,252 — Term 1 OMR 900.8; Term 2 OMR 675.6; Term 3 OMR 675.6. - KG2: Annual OMR 2,252 — Term 1 OMR 900.8; Term 2 OMR 675.6; Term 3 OMR 675.6. - Grade 1: Annual OMR 2,400 — Term 1 OMR 960; Term 2 OMR 720; Term 3 OMR 720. - Grade 2: Annual OMR 2,400 — Term 1 OMR 960; Term 2 OMR 720; Term 3 OMR 720. - Grade 3: Annual OMR 2,400 — Term 1 OMR 960; Term 2 OMR 720; Term 3 OMR 720. - Grade 4: Annual OMR 2,400 — Term 1 OMR 960; Term 2 OMR 720; Term 3 OMR 720. - Grade 5: Annual OMR 2,400 — Term 1 OMR 960; Term 2 OMR 720; Term 3 OMR 720. - Grade 6: Annual OMR 2,566 — Term 1 OMR 1,026.4; Term 2 OMR 769.8; Term 3 OMR 769.8. - Grade 7: Annual OMR 2,566 — Term 1 OMR 1,026.4; Term 2 OMR 769.8; Term 3 OMR 769.8. - Grade 8: Annual OMR 2,566 — Term 1 OMR 1,026.4; Term 2 OMR 769.8; Term 3 OMR 769.8. - Grade 9: Annual OMR 2,936 — Term 1 OMR 1,174.4; Term 2 OMR 880.8; Term 3 OMR 880.8. - Grade 10: Annual OMR 2,936 — Term 1 OMR 1,174.4; Term 2 OMR 880.8; Term 3 OMR 880.8. - Grade 11: Annual OMR 4,725 — Term 1 OMR 1,890; Term 2 OMR 1,417.5; Term 3 OMR 1,417.5. - Grade 12: Annual OMR 4,778 — Term 1 OMR 1,911.2; Term 2 OMR 1,433.4; Term 3 OMR 1,433.4. - Term due dates: Term 1 due before Aug 22; Term 2 due before Dec 22; Term 3 due before Mar 22. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed by term; the schedule specifies three term payments with the due dates above. - The learning resources fee is payable with the first tuition payment. - A 30-day notification period is required to complete a withdrawal. Refunds and Withdrawal Charges - Admission fee is non-refundable. - If a registered student does not attend at all, tuition fees already paid prior to the beginning of the academic year will be refunded once written notice and the withdrawal form are completed. - Learning resources fee is not refundable once the student has enrolled for the academic year. - For withdrawals during the academic year: - Students enrolled for two weeks or less: one month's fees charged; remainder of that term's fee refunded. - Students enrolled more than two weeks but less than one month: two months' fees charged; remainder of that term's fee refunded. - Students enrolled for more than one month: the full term's fees are payable (no term refund). - Students leaving in April or after must clear all dues through 30 June. - Security deposit is refundable when the student leaves after all school dues are settled. Boarding fees - The school provides campus facilities for kindergarten, primary and secondary sections and operates as a day school; there are no boarding facilities or boarding fees. Other costs and common additional charges - Learning resources fee (textbooks, stationery, online resources, assessments, library, labs) is charged as listed above. - The published fee schedule does not list a separate uniform charge or a transport (bus) charge within the tuition table; uniform or transport charges, if applied, are not included in the tuition amounts shown and are not listed in the published fee schedule. Payment methods and bank details - Accepted payment methods: credit card, debit card (POS), cheque, or bank transfer. Cheques payable to “Al Kanz Educational Main AKC AC.” - Bank transfer details: Account Name: Al Kanz Main-AKC; Bank: National Bank of Oman (CBD Branch); Account No: 10490424513004; IBAN: OM470180010490424513004; SWIFT: NBOMOMRX.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniforms are part of the school attire and are available for purchase on campus. The uniform set includes a shirt (short sleeve or long sleeve), trousers for boys, skirts for girls, and a PE kit. Uniforms are sold at the Al Khuwair campus; hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on weekdays.
Food options	Food options —	Food options There is an on-site cafeteria, but it is currently non-functional due to health and safety procedures mandated by the Ministry of Education.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is owned and chaired by Mr. Karim Baksh Al Balushi. It is an international private school following the Cambridge International curriculum from Grade 1 to Grade 12 and IEYC for Kindergarten. It is a bilingual school.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Al Raneem International Private School is a bilingual institution in Oman that delivers the Cambridge International Curriculum from Grade 1 through Grade 12, alongside the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for Kindergarten. Cambridge Primary (G1–G6) provides a broad, balanced education across core subjects, including English as a second language, Mathematics, and Science, with the Cambridge Primary framework organized into six stages for each subject. Cambridge Lower Secondary (G7–G8) continues the pathway with age-appropriate study across a range of subjects, using a three-stage framework per subject. Cambridge IGCSE is offered in G9–G10 as a two-year program under Cambridge Assessment International Education. In G11–G12, the school offers Cambridge A Levels (AS in Year 11 and A Levels in Year 12), recognized by universities worldwide. The school also functions as an IELTS examination center through the British Council, is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), and holds Ai and NCPSA accreditations; these programs and credentials support its international curriculum and standards.	Curriculum details Beaconhouse International Private School, Al Khuwair is an accredited Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE) partner and follows the British Curriculum. The curriculum spans Early Years (KG1 and KG2), Primary through Secondary via Key Stage 1 and 2 and Key Stage 3, with IGCSE at Key Stage 4. For post-16 study, there is a choice of A-Level or a General Education Diploma for Omani students. Qualifications and progression follow CAIE frameworks, with IGCSE offered at Key Stage 4 and A-Levels or the Diploma as the options beyond that. Year-group mapping aligns with Cambridge's stages: KG1–KG2 (Early Years); KS1 (Years 1–2); KS2 (Years 3–6); KS3 (Years 7–9); KS4 (IGCSE); post-16 options are A-Level or General Education Diploma for Omani students.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio 20:1
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school emphasizes social and emotional learning (SEL) as part of its curriculum across all levels. In the Cambridge Early Years program, personal, social, and emotional development is explicitly highlighted and resilience is encouraged. In Primary Years, the program supports students' social and emotional growth while linking learning to real-world experiences within a supportive environment. In Secondary Years, the curriculum focuses on building the whole learner and provides one-on-one guidance via online scheduling tools when needed. The school states a clear focus on student wellbeing and safety and lists an on-site Health Clinic to support student health and welfare. The Cambridge Primary curriculum also provides opportunities to develop wellbeing, underscoring wellbeing as an integral aspect of learning.	Social & emotional learning SEL is supported through Career Education & Guidance, which includes career counseling and student support services; services are delivered via classroom/advisory lessons, individual and small-group counseling, parent presentations and workshops, referrals to other school support services, and the Student Support Services Team and Administration team.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school describes its environment as safe and inclusive. Specific information about SEN provision, including which kinds of needs are supported, staffing, or whether there is a specialist SEN centre, is not publicly disclosed. English as a second language is included in the Cambridge Primary program, indicating EAL support is addressed within the core curriculum rather than through a separate SEN program. The site lists an on-site Health Clinic as part of student welfare, which can support wellbeing-related needs. Public details about dedicated SEN staff, programmes, or centers are not provided on the publicly accessible pages. The overall emphasis on inclusion is stated, but explicit SEN provisions are not described.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Our Team page lists an Intervention Teacher and a Leader Support Teacher, indicating on-site support for students with learning needs; the information does not indicate a dedicated SEN unit or a published list of SEN categories served.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school operates as a bilingual institution, teaching in English and Arabic, which supports multilingual learners. English as a Second Language (EAL) is embedded in the Cambridge Primary framework, with the curriculum described as including English as a second language. This indicates that EAL is integrated into the core curriculum rather than offered as a separate, stand-alone programme. The IEYC is offered for Kindergarten, alongside Cambridge Primary, reinforcing early language development in a bilingual context. No publicly listed separate EAL department or staff directory is shown beyond the curriculum descriptions.	English as an additional language Ghada Ali is listed as a Bilingual Programme Coordinator, indicating formal EAL/bilingual support within the school.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed through the school's SEL and wellbeing emphasis across year levels. The Early Years program highlights social and emotional development and resilience as foundational outcomes. The Primary Years and Secondary Years sections emphasize social-emotional growth and whole-child development, with Secondary Years offering one-on-one guidance as needed. The on-site Health Clinic provides health–related support that contributes to students' overall wellbeing. The homepage explicitly notes a focus on student wellbeing and safety as a core aspect of the school's environment.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed through counseling services described in Career Education & Guidance, including individual and small-group counseling and collaboration with parents and teachers.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school states it provides a safe and inclusive environment and emphasizes student wellbeing and safety. Public safeguarding or child-protection policies are not disclosed on the site. An on-site Health Clinic is available to support student welfare, indicating attention to health and safety needs. Wellbeing is integrated into the curriculum through SEL and wellbeing-focused statements on the homepage. Safeguarding policy details are not publicly visible in the provided materials.	Safeguarding Beaconhouse maintains a Student Protection & Safeguarding Policy with well-defined protocols to keep students safe, reporting mechanisms, safeguarding committees at multiple levels, and mandatory safeguarding training for stakeholders.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located on a purpose-built campus in Al Amerat, Muscat, Oman. The campus is equipped with modern facilities, services, and advanced technology to support learning. It is a bilingual institution offering the Cambridge International Curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12, alongside the International Early Years Curriculum in Kindergarten. Cambridge Early Years, Primary, and Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Levels are offered. On-site facilities include a Modern Library, Science Laboratories, a Digital Broadcasting Studio, an Advanced Security System, a Health Clinic, a School Theatre, a Multi-Sport Playground, a Fine Arts Studio, an Early Years Play Area, an Interactive Digital Learning Environment, Spacious Classrooms & Corridors, and Elevator Access. The school has educated more than 2,000 graduates and maintains a library with over 2,800 books.	Facilities overview Beaconhouse Al Khuwair has Primary, Kindergarten, and Secondary sections on a campus purpose-built to support 21st-century learning. Classrooms are equipped with multimedia devices, smart boards, and ICT opportunities. An ICT lab provides modern facilities for group and individual work to develop 21st-century skills. The learning resource center library supports contemporary forms of literary and research mediums. There is an on-site clinic with trained medical staff, and the campus includes age-appropriate play areas and well-equipped science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Cambridge Curriculum is offered from Cambridge Early Years (KG1–KG2) through Cambridge Primary (G1–G6) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (G7–G8), followed by IGCSE (G9–G10) and AS/A Levels (G11–G12). The campus includes a Modern Library, Science Laboratories, and a Digital Broadcasting Studio to support a broad range of subjects. An Interactive Digital Learning Environment and Spacious Classrooms reinforce contemporary teaching and learning. An on-site Health Clinic and Security System support student wellbeing and safety. The school is accredited through Ai and NCPSA, and is an IELTS examination center certified by the British Council, with CIS membership supporting international accreditation and standards.	Academic facilities Classrooms are equipped with multimedia devices, smart boards, and ICT opportunities. The ICT lab provides modern facilities for group and individual work to develop 21st-century skills. The library supports contemporary forms of literary and research mediums. Science laboratories are well equipped for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Digital School develops essential digital literacies. Global Citizenship engages students with real-world issues and sustainable solutions. Sustainable School initiatives foster environmental awareness and responsible leadership. Daily academic progress and student wellbeing are emphasized as part of the learning approach.	Extra curricular facilities The school offers a wide variety of after-school clubs and societies. Many clubs are academic in nature while others have a less academic focus. The combined effect of the extra-curricular provision is to provide students with a more rounded education and give students increasing choice and control over their learning.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Al Raneem International Private School was founded in 2013 by Karim Baksh Al Balushi, an established educational leader. It began as Al Raneem Private School and later adopted a bilingual Cambridge International curriculum, with the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for Kindergarten. In 2017, the school rebranded to Al Raneem Private School, reflecting its evolving international orientation. By ministerial decision No. 30/2023 issued on May 16, 2023, the school changed its category to International Private School and adopted the name Al Raneem International Private School, becoming the first school in Oman in its category to receive upgraded international status. The ownership is held by Karim Baksh Al Balushi, who serves as Owner and Chairman.	History Beaconhouse International Private School, Al Khuwair traces its origins to 2006, when the founding principal began at the Qurum Campus, growing from a villa school into a two-campus operation. The Al Khuwair campus is purpose-built and opened in 2020 to serve students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with A-Levels and GED options. The campus now hosts students and staff from more than 25 nationalities, creating a diverse and culturally rich learning environment. The school emphasizes 21st-century learning and the development of key skills such as collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thinking as core parts of its educational ethos.
Community	Community The school fosters a community where learning extends beyond the classroom through events and performances. Public-facing materials describe learning through performance, public speaking, cultural celebrations, and academic showcases as core elements of the school's community activities. An intramural football competition and other sports events engage students and families on campus. Facilities such as a dedicated school theatre support student performances and community events.	Community Bake sales are used as community outreach to involve students in service and empathy-building activities, reflecting the school's commitment to engaging with the wider community. Global Dignity Week is celebrated with the community, including a donation drive where students and parents contributed to Dar Al Atta'a Charity for Cyclone Shaheen relief. Students also participate in breast cancer awareness activities via a walkathon during Pink October, with UNICEF groups organizing related fundraising efforts. These events illustrate ongoing family and community engagement beyond the classroom.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Public information on the school's pages does not publish a dedicated PTA with named committees. Parent involvement appears through school-hosted events and communications rather than a formal PTA page. The events page lists activities that involve families, such as Learning Through Performance and a Football Intramural Competition; these events serve as occasions for parent participation. The school is led by Karim Baksh Al Balushi as Owner and Chairman, indicating a centralized governance structure. Public materials frame the school's international program governance through Cambridge curricula, Ai and NCPSA accreditation, and CIS membership.	Parent teacher association Parent involvement is described as integral to quality learning, with the school valuing relationships with parents and the wider community. Parental engagement is presented as part of broader community involvement rather than through a separately named PTA. Public pages document community events that involve families, including bake sales as community outreach and Global Dignity Week activities. During Global Dignity Week, students and parents donated items to Dar Al Atta'a for Cyclone Shaheen relief. Other events include a Breast Cancer awareness walkathon and UNICEF fundraising efforts, organized by student groups. These activities illustrate parental involvement embedded in school life rather than through a formal PTA.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Beaconhouse International Private School, Al Khuwair teaches the British Curriculum under Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE). The Primary School offers Grade 1 to Grade 6, with Key Stage 2 (Grade 3-6) featuring themed subjects and cross-curricular modules that incorporate citizenship, humanities and social learning. The Secondary School serves Grade 7 to Grade 12, with Key Stage 3 and an IGCSE program at Key Stage 4, followed by a choice between A-Level or the General Education Diploma for Omani students. KG1 and KG2 are also offered.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The school provides after-school clubs and societies, run as after-school programs with a teacher in charge providing guidance to ensure high-quality delivery. Some clubs are student-led and cater to peers within different age groups, while others are academic in nature and some focus on non-academic interests. The program aims to provide a more rounded education and to increase students' choice and control over their learning.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Engagement with the Community includes bake sales, Global Dignity Week activities, and walkathons, reflecting a commitment to community outreach. Activities involve students and parents and support charitable and awareness efforts, such as contributions to Dar Al Atta'a Charity and Pink October campaigns. The school emphasizes service and social responsibility through organized events and community partnerships.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Career Education & Guidance provides career counseling to help students identify aptitudes, interests, strengths, and potential career options. Services include classroom and advisory lessons, individual and small-group counseling, parent workshops, referrals to support services, and career fairs. The program includes visits from universities and employers and is supported by the Student Support Services Team and administration to prepare students for university admissions and professional pathways.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Life skills are integrated into the Primary School curriculum, including safety, responsibility, healthy living, caring for others, and taking reasonable risks in learning. These life-skills support social and emotional development and overall well-being as part of daily learning. The extracurricular program further supports well-being by offering clubs and activities that promote physical, social, and mental engagement.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school offers the Cambridge International Curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with Cambridge IEYC in Kindergarten. Cambridge Primary (G1–G6) includes English as a second language, Mathematics, and Science. Cambridge Lower Secondary (G7–G8) provides a continuation of English as a second language, Mathematics, and Science. IGCSE (G9–G10) and AS/A Levels (G11–G12) complete the upper levels.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school is bilingual. It uses the Cambridge International Curriculum for Grades 1–12 and the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for Kindergarten.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE) accreditations; the school is an accredited CAIE partner.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school is located in Al Amerat, Muscat, Oman. Address: Al Jood Street, Al Amerat, Oman 119. Hours are Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.	Admissions Beaconhouse Al Khuwair is an accredited partner of Cambridge Assessment International Examinations and follows the British Curriculum through Key Stages 1, 2 and 3, as well as IGCSE at Key Stage 4 and a choice of A-Level or General Education Diploma for Omani students. We also offer classes for KG1 and KG2. To join the Beaconhouse family, complete the Application Form to begin the admissions process. After the form is received, the admissions team will contact you within two working days to acknowledge receipt and outline the next steps, and your child will be invited to an assessment at the school. 2. Provide a copy of the child's birth certificate, a copy of the child's passport, visa, and Oman ID, copies of both parents' passport, visa and Oman ID, four passport photos of the child, previous years' school reports, and any required attestations. It is imperative that these documents are submitted during registration or before the commencement of the academic year to avoid delays. If visa processing is pending, applications can be submitted while arranging these documents, with copies provided once the visa and Oman ID are granted. For MOE requests regarding Kalemon instead of Arabic, the last four years' report cards are required and only the final report card should be attested. 3. Age criteria are applied as of 1 September. Grade placement follows these ranges: KG1 3.2 to 4.11; KG2 4.2 to 5.11; 1st Grade 5.2 to 7.2; 2nd Grade 6.2 to 9.2; 3rd Grade 7.2 to 10.2; 4th Grade 8.2 to 11.2; 5th Grade 9.2 to 12.2; 6th Grade 10.2 to 13.2; 7th Grade 11.2 to 14.2; 8th Grade 12.2 to 15.2; 9th Grade 13.2 to 16.2; 10th Grade 14.2 to 17.2; 11th Grade 15.2 to 20.2; 12th Grade 16.2 to 24. 4. Transfer Certificate information: It is a requirement that all students submit a Transfer Certificate (TC) before they start school. 5. Additional information: Documents should be submitted during registration or before the academic year begins; the school can accept documentation while visas are processed. For Kalemon Arabic subject matters, the last four years' report cards are required with only the final report card attested.
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