A'soud Global School vs British School Muscat

	A A'soud Global School Muscat, Oman	B British School Muscat Muscat, Oman
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year OMR 3,000 - 7,500	Fees / year OMR 4,240 - 10,280
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 500	Pupils 700
Typical class size	Typical class size 23	Typical class size 22
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location AGS Muscat is located on Al Bahia Street in the Al Seeb area of Muscat, Oman (PO Box 2598, PC 130). It sits in Seeb with road access to the city, and the school provides door-to-door transport across Muscat for students from KG1 upward.	Location British School Muscat is in Madinat Al Sultan Qaboos, central Muscat, Oman. The campus sits in the heart of the city near the Ruwi area and is easily accessible from most parts of Muscat. The mailing address is PO Box 1907, Ruwi 112, Oman.
Stages	Stages The school serves students aged 4 to 18, from KG1 through the end of secondary (Year 13). It combines primary and secondary education on a single campus.	Stages The school serves children aged 3–18, from Nursery through to Year 13, including a Sixth Form Centre. It offers a through-structure with Primary and Senior School divisions. The campus resources include facilities such as a 500-seat theatre and a Sixth Form Centre.
School type	School type AGS Muscat is a co-educational, day school. It does not operate boarding facilities.	School type The British School Muscat is a co-educational, not-for-profit international school that operates as a day school (no boarding is indicated). It is governed as a not-for-profit institution and welcomes boys and girls.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The school has students from over sixty nationalities; it is described as international in character. A single most common nationality is not stated, and the exact local-to-international ratio is not publicly disclosed.	Pupil nationality mix The student body is multinational, with pupils from over 60 nationalities represented. The Primary School notes a vibrant, multicultural community of over sixty nationalities; there is no publicly published, exact local-to-international ratio.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school offers an extensive learning support programme for Additional Learning Needs (SEN), including supplementary subjects and varied online learning resources.	Additional learning support The school provides Learning Support across four areas—speech and communication, cognition and learning, emotional/behavioural, and sensory/physical. Support is offered within the classroom and in specialist sessions as needed, with links to external specialists such as speech therapists and educational psychologists. The admissions process considers individual learning needs and how they can be met within the mainstream curriculum.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation; AGS follows a British international curriculum.	Country affiliation The institution operates as a British international school and follows the English National Curriculum. It presents itself as a British international school serving a diverse expatriate community.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no publicly stated religious affiliation.	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not stated; the school is described as secular with no specific religious ethos published.
School day structure	School day structure The school operates Sunday to Thursday from 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.; Friday and Saturday are closed.	School day structure The School Day starts at 7:30am for Foundation Stage through to Year 13, with variations by phase. Foundation Stage 1 finishes at 12:30pm, FS2–KS1 finish around 1:30pm, KS2 finishes at 2:00pm, and Years 7–13 finish at 2:00pm. Drop-off begins as early as 7:00am (7:10am for Foundation Stage).
Bus service details	Bus service details AGS provides a safe door-to-door transport service across Muscat for all age groups (KG1 to the highest grades). Buses are equipped with CCTV and tracking, and a bus supervisor assists students during journeys.	Bus service details A school bus service operates, including a route between Al Mouj and the British School Muscat. For details, contact the Primary or Senior Offices to discuss routes, timings, and costs.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details School Fee Structure — Tuition by Year Group (amounts in OMR) - KG 1: Term 1 OMR 1,200; Term 2 OMR 900; Term 3 OMR 900; Annual OMR 3,000. - KG 2: Term 1 OMR 1,200; Term 2 OMR 900; Term 3 OMR 900; Annual OMR 3,000. - Grade 1 – Grade 4: Term 1 OMR 1,800; Term 2 OMR 1,350; Term 3 OMR 1,350; Annual OMR 4,500. - Grade 5 – Grade 7: Term 1 OMR 2,000; Term 2 OMR 1,500; Term 3 OMR 1,500; Annual OMR 5,000. - Grade 8 – Grade 10: Term 1 OMR 2,400; Term 2 OMR 1,800; Term 3 OMR 1,800; Annual OMR 6,000. - Grade 11 – Grade 12: Term 1 OMR 3,000; Term 2 OMR 2,250; Term 3 OMR 2,250; Annual OMR 7,500. Application and Acceptance Fees - Registration fee (payable for all applications): OMR 150 (non-refundable). - Acceptance fee (payable on acceptance of an offered place): OMR 200. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms - All fees are payable in Omani Rials. Parent invoices include the school bank account details. Payments accepted by bank transfer, cash, or cheque. - All fees must be paid two weeks in advance of the start of each term. - Late payment of fees incurs a charge of OMR 200. Continued failure to pay may result in the school place being rescinded. Cheques should be made payable to ENGLISH EDUCATION MNG CO LLC AGS. A full term's notice is required for withdrawal. Boarding Fees - Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fee schedule is listed. Other Costs and Fees - The school fees quoted are inclusive of tuition and stationery. Transportation, lunches, and school uniform are not included and are charged separately. Additional charges may apply for specific activities, trips, or examinations. Refund Information and Withdrawal Terms - Registration and acceptance fees are non-refundable. If a pupil leaves before the end of a term, no refund of that term's fees will be given. A full term's notice is required in advance of withdrawal; failure to give such notice may affect fee liability. Fee Payment Options - Accepted payment methods: bank transfer, cash, cheque. Bank account details appear on parent invoices. Cheques are to be made payable to ENGLISH EDUCATION MNG CO LLC AGS. Additional Notes on Fee Policy - School transportation, lunches, and uniform costs are additional to the published tuition fees. Stationery is included in the tuition fee. Late-payment penalties and withdrawal-notice requirements apply as stated above.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Assessment fee: OMR 50, payable on or before the assessment day. - Reservation fee: OMR 300, payable once a place has been offered and due within 14 days of the offer; this amount is deducted from the first term's fees. If the offered place is not taken up the Reservation Fee is forfeited. - Refundable deposit: OMR 100, payable with the first term's fees; refundable when the student leaves provided one month's written notice before the end of the term of departure has been given, all books and resources are returned and all fees are paid up to date. Tuition fees (per term by year group and annual total) All tuition fees are payable in Omani Rials (OMR). - FS1 (age 3–4): Term 1 OMR 1,696; Term 2 OMR 1,272; Term 3 OMR 1,272; Annual total OMR 4,240. - FS2 (age 4–5): Term 1 OMR 2,120; Term 2 OMR 1,590; Term 3 OMR 1,590; Annual total OMR 5,300. - KS1 (Years 1–2, age 5–7): Term 1 OMR 2,282; Term 2 OMR 1,711; Term 3 OMR 1,711; Annual total OMR 5,705. - KS2 (Years 3–6, age 7–11): Term 1 OMR 2,368; Term 2 OMR 1,776; Term 3 OMR 1,776; Annual total OMR 5,920. - KS3 (Years 7–9, age 11–14): Term 1 OMR 3,262; Term 2 OMR 2,446; Term 3 OMR 2,446; Annual total OMR 8,155. - KS4 (Years 10–11, age 14–16): Term 1 OMR 3,664; Term 2 OMR 2,748; Term 3 OMR 2,748; Annual total OMR 9,160. - KS5 (Years 12–13, age 16–18): Term 1 OMR 4,112; Term 2 OMR 3,084; Term 3 OMR 3,084; Annual total OMR 10,280. Infrastructure fee (new-pupil levy schedule) - An infrastructure fee of OMR 300 per term is payable for each term for the first nine terms at the school (FS2 upwards), up to a maximum total of OMR 2,700. Infrastructure fee is payable termly with fees. The Infrastructure Fee is deferred for children entering FS1 until entry into FS2 and is assessed at the applicable rate for that academic year. - Family discounts on the infrastructure fee: for a third child the fee is reduced to OMR 225 per term (25%); for a fourth child the infrastructure fee is waived (Zero). The published payment schedule shows the termly breakdown and totals per child. Billing schedule and payment terms - All fees must be paid in full on or before the first day of term. Invoices are issued at least two weeks before the end of the previous term. - All fees are payable in OMR. The school states that if a student leaves before the end of term, no refund will be considered. - Discount: a 5% discount is applied for payment of the full annual tuition fees on or before the first day of Term 1. - Instalments: payment by instalments is possible only by prior agreement and incurs a 5% charge (to be agreed in advance). Late payment penalties and charges - 5% flat-rate penalty for late payment on the first occasion. - 10% flat-rate penalty for late payment on the second occasion. - 15% flat-rate penalty for late payment on the third occasion. Other charges and additional costs - Supplemental charges apply for school residential trips, some after-school activities and for external examinations (including GCSE, A/S, BTEC, A Levels); these charges may include postage and invigilation and may include additional postage costs for return of scripts, university admissions, and submission of Common Entrance papers. - Uniform: the school operates a uniform shop and BSM uniform is available to purchase from ZAKS; parents may also buy uniform from other retailers and a second-hand rail is operated with proceeds to the PFA. A Uniform Shop price list is published for items; costs for uniform items are separate to tuition and are charged to parents at purchase. - Transport, lunches and specific voluntary services or activities may carry separate charges (these items are commonly charged in addition to tuition where applicable). Supplemental activity and trip charges are specifically noted by the school as additional to tuition. Boarding fees - The British School Muscat operates as a day school; there are no boarding provisions or boarding fees. Refunds and forfeiture - The Reservation Fee (OMR 300) will be forfeited if an offered place is not subsequently taken up. - The OMR 100 refundable deposit is refundable on departure provided written notice (one month before the end of the term of departure) has been given, all books and school resources have been returned and all fees are paid up to date. - No refund is considered for tuition if a student leaves before the end of term. Fee payment options and processing - Credit and debit card payments are processed via third-party payment processors; the school's privacy and terms material makes clear the school does not itself store card details and that third-party processors handle card account information. - The school issues invoices in advance of each term; instalment arrangements may be agreed in advance (subject to the 5% instalment charge). Invoices and the school billing process are the mechanism used to instruct parents on payment. Notes on additional incidental charges - Costs for individual optional or variable items (example: extended extra-curricular programmes, optional trips, examination entry fees, instrument hire, private tuition, or special project materials) are charged separately and vary by activity; the school explicitly warns that such supplemental charges will apply where relevant.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Boarding is not offered at British School Muscat. The school operates as a not-for-profit British international school for pupils aged 3–18. There is no information about boarding facilities or options listed on the site.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform items are ordered online via a link provided to parents, coordinated through the Uniform Shop. After payment, items are collected from the Uniform Shop and all items should be clearly labeled with the child's name.	Uniform requirement BSM has a simple uniform that changes slightly as pupils progress through the school. All students from Foundation Stage to Year 11 wear the school uniform; Sixth Form students follow the Sixth Form dress code. Uniform can be purchased from the ZAKS Uniform Shop (Al Muzn Mall near Al Mouj) or from other retailers; the Uniform Shop stocks a range of clothing including swimwear, bags, hats, sportswear and house shirts, and there is a second-hand rail.
Food options	Food options The canteen is currently closed. Students should bring a healthy packed lunch and a water bottle each day. A canteen service is planned to be offered in due course.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system BSM uses a house system. The uniform includes house shirts, indicating house identity within the school. The site does not publish house names or competition details.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership AGS Muscat is governed by a Board of Governors. The board includes a Chairman, an owner representative, and senior school leadership such as the Director of Education and Principal and a General Manager. AGS is a strategic venture under A'Soud Education, a group backed by Al-Tamman Holdings and English Education Management Company (EEMC).	Governance and ownership Governance is provided by a Board of Governors with representation from the business community, parents and staff; the President of the School is the British Ambassador, whose representative attends Board meetings. The school is a not-for-profit institution; there are no owners or shareholders receiving profits, and fee income is used to operate and develop the school.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details A'Soud Global School Muscat provides a British-style education and follows the Cambridge International Curriculum as the core framework for core subjects in Primary and Secondary, with the IPC used for foundation subjects in Primary and the IEYC guiding Early Years. In Early Years (KG1–KG2) the programme follows the Early Years Foundation Stage with the IEYC and includes Arabic A/B and MOE-aligned Islamic Education. Primary (Grades 1–6) centers on Cambridge Primary English, Mathematics, and Science as core subjects, with IPC for foundation subjects; Learning Support and a Personalised Learning Pathway support students, including ESL when needed, and GL assessments benchmark progress in English, Mathematics and Science. Secondary (Grades 7–8) follows the Cambridge International Curriculum with a KS3 program across English, Mathematics, Science, French, Art, PE, Drama, Humanities, Computer Science, and Music, alongside Arabic (First and Second Language), Islamic Studies, and Social Studies aligned to MOE requirements. Grades 9–10 (IGCSE) offer a two-year Cambridge IGCSE programme with compulsory English, Mathematics and Science and a range of elective options. Grades 11–12 (A-Levels) continue with Cambridge CAIE A-Levels; Islamic Studies and Social Studies are compulsory for Arabic-speaking students, with a selection of three to four subjects and university-entry support., , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,	Curriculum details British School Muscat delivers the English National Curriculum from Foundation Stage (ages 3-5) through to Key Stage 5. Foundation Stage uses the English Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, and Key Stage 1–2 curriculum is the English National Curriculum adapted for an international context, with specialist lessons in PE, Swimming and Music, and language provision including French from Year 3–4 and Arabic introduced in upper KS2. In Senior School (Key Stages 3-5), the programme aligns with the National Curriculum, with GCSEs offered in Years 10-11 and a pathway to Post-16 study; the KS4 materials describe GCSE and Level 2 BTEC qualifications and a typical 9-subject load including core English and Maths plus a modern foreign language and three option subjects. Years 7–9 provide a broad KS3 curriculum across English, Maths, Science, MFL, PSHE, PE, and creative subjects such as Art, Computing, Drama, Design Technology, Geography, History and Music, all underpinned by High Performance Learning and a strong feedback culture. Post-16 options include A Levels and Level 3 BTECs, with entry typically requiring five GCSEs including Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above, and students usually studying four post-16 subjects.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression AGS provides support to help students make choices regarding further education and university entries in Oman and abroad.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented No dedicated 'gifted and talented' program is described; learning support is provided via a Personalised Learning Pathway.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning AGS Muscat supports social and emotional learning through a holistic education approach that balances academics with character and resilience, supported by an on-site Achievement Centre led by a dedicated inclusion teacher to coordinate learning support, and an active Extracurricular Activities (ECA) program with teacher-led and external activities that promote personal growth and social development.	Social & emotional learning Pastoral Care provides personal and pastoral support as a core element of SEL at British School Muscat. It covers personal and social development and well-being, helping students build self-esteem, interact effectively with others, and participate in society. The school aims for a broad and balanced curriculum to support these aims, and the British School Overseas inspection notes that students' spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is outstanding. Learning Support complements SEL by addressing emotional/behavioural needs within a four-area framework and by monitoring progress with parental involvement. The school teaches in English and emphasizes inclusive support to enable all students to access the curriculum.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) AGS Muscat provides SEN support via the Achievement Centre on site, including a lead inclusion teacher to coordinate inclusion and a team of Learning Support Assistants and Shadow teachers; 1:1 LSAs may work with students and must be registered with the Achievement Centre, indicating that the school is inclusive rather than a dedicated specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) BSM Learning Support covers four areas of learning: speech and communication, cognition and learning, emotional/behavioural, and sensory and physical. Support is provided within the classroom and in separate specialist classes as required, and English is the language of instruction. The Learning Support team works with specialists including speech therapists, educational psychologists and occupational therapists in Oman and overseas. Pupils' progress is carefully monitored with consultation and feedback to parents. The school notes that it cannot provide one-to-one full-time support for any pupil and may not be able to support pupils with significant difficulties or complex needs. When considering admissions, where there is evidence of additional educational need, discussions and appropriate assessments are carried out before an offer is made, and individual learning needs should largely be met within the mainstream classroom.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language EAL support is provided for non-native English speakers; Primary School states that, as an inclusive school, AGS provides support in English as a second language, and Senior School notes ongoing language support to ensure language and educational needs are met.	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction at British School Muscat. The Learning Support team is highly experienced in supporting children who speak two or more languages. Pupils receive support both within the classroom and in separate specialist classes as necessary. The approach is inclusive, with multilingual learners supported within the mainstream and through targeted assistance as appropriate. For new entrants to English, the Admissions policy states that children will be immersed in English throughout their day, and may need time to adjust to using English socially and academically.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through PSHE and health education integrated with healthy lifestyle initiatives, and AGS emphasizes holistic education that focuses on character and resilience; the on-site School Nurse provides health checks, immunisation administration, health education and health-promoting activities.	Mental wellbeing Mental health and wellbeing are addressed as part of the safeguarding framework at British School Muscat. If a staff member has concerns about a student's mental health, the concern is logged in CPOMS and escalated to the Safeguarding Team, which coordinates with the Pastoral Team to support the student via an Individual Support Plan. The Safeguarding Policy notes that the safeguarding and pastoral teams are supported by the school counsellor, Salma Ali, who can be contacted through the Primary or Senior School Office. The Wellbeing of pupils is supported through safeguarding processes and access to counselling where appropriate. The policy also provides a Wellbeing Button on the Student Portal to contact the pastoral care team.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Public safeguarding policy text is not publicly disclosed in accessible materials; safety procedures are described in the Parent Handbook (including Emergency Collection/Procedures and leaving school/pick up), and the School Nurse provides health-related safeguarding support.	Safeguarding British School Muscat is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils, with clear procedures in place to support children, families and staff. The Designated Safeguarding Persons (DSPs) at the school are: Saima Akhtar (Deputy Head of Primary School, Designated Safeguarding Lead), Robert Hughes (Deputy Head of Senior School, Designated Safeguarding Lead), Gemma O'Sullivan (Primary School Deputy DSL) and Chris Short (Senior School Deputy DSL). All staff receive safeguarding training on an annual basis. A member of the Board of Governors serves as safeguarding link between the school and the board. The Safeguarding Policy is dated September 2025 and is reviewed annually (next due September 2026).
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview AGS Muscat occupies a modern, purpose-built campus in Al Seeb. The school provides specialist facilities for science, information technology, performing arts, and digital learning, including a science laboratory, IT suites, Apple Mac labs, and German technology science labs. The campus includes an air-conditioned indoor sports hall and an outdoor Astroturf football pitch for year-round PE, with additional outdoor spaces such as a shaded playground. A library and a school clinic support student wellbeing and learning, and transportation services are available to families. A cafeteria offers freshly prepared meals on site.	Facilities overview The school has a campus in Madinat Al Sultan Qaboos, Muscat. The campus features an award-winning facility that has been upgraded over the past decade. The complex includes a theatre/auditorium, a floodlit all-weather pitch with spectator grandstand, three large multi-purpose halls and two large sports halls. It also houses a dance studio, three swimming pools, a health centre run by professional nurses, large outdoor playgrounds and shaded lunch areas. Two well-resourced libraries, ten science laboratories and specialist facilities for art, design technology, drama, music, media and computing support teaching and learning.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities AGS Muscat has an air-conditioned indoor sports hall and an outdoor Astroturf football pitch for year-round PE and team sports. The campus supports a broad PE and sports program with spaces dedicated to physical education and competitive activities. The sports facilities are integrated with the campus timetable to ensure regular access to PE. A school clinic on site supports student health in parallel with athletic programs.	Sports facilities The school has a large floodlit all-weather pitch with spectator grandstand. There are two large sports halls. There are three swimming pools: a 25m x 8-lane pool, a 25m x 4-lane pool and a learner pool. A dance studio is available for movement and dance training. The facilities support a comprehensive physical education and sport programme from Foundation Stage through Sixth Form.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a library, a science laboratory, and IT suites to support practical and digital learning. Apple Mac labs and German technology labs provide hands-on technology and science experiences. The school offers drama and theatre spaces and other arts facilities to support creative work. The library supports independent reading and research and is accessible to primary and secondary students. The campus houses dedicated spaces for science, ICT, and other academic disciplines to support project-based learning.	Academic facilities Ten state-of-the-art science laboratories. The campus includes a 500-seat theatre and a university-style Sixth Form Centre. Two well-resourced libraries. Specialist facilities for art, design technology, drama, music, media and computing.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities AGS Muscat runs a robust extra-curricular program with both internal and external activities. Internal clubs cover arts, crafts, drama, and sports, while external providers offer programs through Juventus Academy Oman, Muscat Gymnastics, Aim High Sports, and Tynker Tech. After-school ECAs are common, with some activities offered for an additional fee. The program emphasizes developing skills, teamwork, and creative expression beyond the core timetable.	Extra curricular facilities The school runs community clubs that take place at BSM. Examples include BSM Music Hub, BSM Marlins (swimming) and BSM Marlins Masters (adult swimming) and BSM Marlins Swim School. Hoops provides basketball for children aged 5–18, on Saturday mornings in the BSM Sports Hall. BAM Performance offers specialist dance training, and Muscat Flames provides netball for BSM students. BSM Marlins is an elite swimming squad with year-round training and multiple squads, including a development squad and a fitness squad.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History A'Soud Global School opened in September 2016 in Seeb, Muscat, as a British-curriculum international school serving students from about age 3 to 17, starting its first academic year with 171 students. In 2018, A'Soud Education was established as the group's parent company, under Al Tamman Holding and English Education Management Company (EEMC). AGS Muscat is governed by a board of governors, with the principal acting as Director of Education; the leadership team includes Damon Hewson as Principal and Mona Al Adawi as General Manager. The group expanded beyond Muscat with the opening of A'Soud Global School Duqm in September 2019. AGS has received accreditations including COBIS Candidate Member status, a Very Good rating from the Ministry of Education, and affiliation with British Schools in the Middle East.	History British School Muscat originated as Muscat English Speaking School, opening in 1971 in the house of the BP Manager in Riyam with three children and one qualified teacher. It moved first to the old Consulate Club near the British Embassy and then to a new site in Darsait in 1972, as HM Inspectors visited that year to review British practice. Firms in the business community formed Subscribers who applied for a Royal Charter, which Sultan Qaboos granted on 3 May 1973, after which the school began welcoming pupils from many countries. In 1988 the 15th charter anniversary and the 10th anniversary of the present site were celebrated with the official opening of the new building by Sayyid Thuwainy bin Shihab. Since then the campus has expanded with key facilities including a swimming pool (1991), senior classrooms (1993), a nurse's room (1994), a Sixth Form Centre upgrade (1998; expanded 2017) and the Oryx Theatre (2020), while the school continues to operate as a not-for-profit British international school.
Community	Community AGS Muscat has a diverse international student body with students from over sixty nationalities. The school offers a robust program of extra-curricular activities through internal and external providers, including Juventus Academy Oman, Muscat Gymnastics, Aim High Sports, and Tynker Tech. Parent communication is provided via email, a parent portal, and regular newsletters; parent-teacher meetings are part of the school's approach. The school publicly reports student achievements and events, such as Cambridge IGCSE and A Level results celebrations in 2024.	Community BSM hosts a diverse international community, with students representing more than 60 nationalities. The school runs a broad enrichment program and after‑school clubs, including music, swimming, basketball, dance, martial arts, netball, languages and Model United Nations, with many opportunities open to the wider Muscat community. Dutch language and other partnerships run on site through external providers, integrating families into school life. The on‑site theatre, dance studios and multiple sports facilities support performances and community events that involve families and local residents.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association A formal Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not published as a separate entity on AGS Muscat's public pages. Nevertheless, parent involvement is supported through formal communication channels, including an email-based circulars system, a parent portal, and school newsletters. Families participate in regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and learning plans. School events, including cultural and community activities, are announced via newsletters and social media, ensuring parental engagement. No publicly documented, standalone PTA group or schedule of PTA-led events is visible on AGS Muscat's public pages.	Parent teacher association An Association of Parents and Friends formed early in the school's history and assisted with moving furniture and equipment when the school relocated to the Madinat Al Sultan Qaboos site in 1978. This parent body evolved into a formal association that actively supports fundraising and community events. In 2018 the BSM community organized major charity events, including a 24-hour Run, Pink Day and the International Community Fair, with donations raised for local and international charities; reports record a total of nearly 13,000 Omani Rials raised. Proceeds supported organisations such as the Association for Early Intervention for Children and other Oman-based charities. Parents and staff volunteer at events and act as a liaison between families and the school, reinforcing a collaborative, not-for-profit approach to school life.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers Grades KG through Grade 12. It uses the Cambridge University Curriculum (UK) for its Cambridge International Curriculum in the classroom. Core subjects in Primary are covered by Cambridge International Curriculum, with foundation subjects taught through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC); learning support is provided via a Personalised Learning Pathway. The Senior School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum with IGCSE examinations in Grades 9–10 and A levels in Grades 11–12. The IGCSE and A level qualifications are recognized worldwide. IEYC is used as the curriculum framework in the Early Years. The school has qualified British and Arabic staff.	Academic & intellectual After-school clubs support academic development and intellectual curiosity. The programme includes Model United Nations, World Scholars Cup, and Languages, as well as Science, Computing, and Design Technology. Other options include Chess, Arts & Crafts, Dance, Music, Photography, Sailing, Speedstacks and Yoga.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Specialist teachers support Islamic Education, Arabic, Social Studies, Music, Drama and Physical Education, particularly in Primary. English literacy and other arts subjects are part of the core and elective offerings across year groups.	Arts & creative Arts & Crafts, Dance, Music and Photography are part of the enrichment programme. The school provides opportunities to develop creative interests through performance and exhibitions.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Arabic language classes are offered as Arabic A (native speakers) and Arabic B (non-native speakers). Islamic Education is compulsory for Muslim students and can be taught in Arabic or English depending on language background. French is offered as a subject in the secondary curriculum.	Cultural & language Languages clubs are included in enrichment, and global learning opportunities include Model United Nations and World Scholars Cup.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The Primary program includes opportunities for specialist arts and physical education, and termly learning topics link to real life. The Senior School offers a range of subject options aligned with IGCSE and A level pathways, with guidance to support future university choices.	Social & hobbies Board Games, Chess, Speedstacks, Yoga and other clubs form part of after-school activities alongside sport.
Community & service	Community & service The curriculum emphasizes an international outlook while honoring local traditions and Islamic values. The school emphasizes partnership with families and aims to prepare students for global higher education and career opportunities.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school employs qualified British and Arabic staff across year groups to support learning. It provides guidance for university entry and supports students in making informed choices about further education.	Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is introduced in Years 7 and 8. It includes residential and Edventure trips and supports personal discovery, independence and community involvement.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The School Day runs Sunday to Thursday, with KG mornings and full-day sessions for older students. Lunch and transportation are arrangements managed separately from tuition, and the timetable includes a weekly physical education session.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport is central to the enrichment programme, with Swimming as a key activity in the curriculum and after school. The BSM Marlins offer elite squads and a Swim School open to the wider community, including adults and children of all levels.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Arabic language classes are divided into Arabic A for native Arabic speakers and Arabic B for non-native speakers; the Arabic A curriculum follows the Oman Ministry of Education requirements. Islamic Education is taught in Arabic for native Arabic speakers and in English for non-native speakers, aligned with the MOE curriculum. Core subjects are covered through the Cambridge International Curriculum, and English as a Second Language (EAL) support is available for learners who need assistance.	Language provision English is the language of instruction and the English National Curriculum is followed. The school delivers English-language teaching; Arabic and French are taught as languages. In Year 3-4, specialist lessons include French, and Arabic is introduced; in Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5-6), Arabic and French are taught by specialists. The school provides English language development and EAL support for students learning English as an additional language.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school continues learning Arabic alongside English for native Arabic speakers to develop bilingual ability. Islamic Education is taught in Arabic for native Arabic speakers and in English for non-native speakers, supporting bilingual learning in religious studies. English language support (EAL) is provided for students who need English language assistance.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Children who are new to English at admission are immersed in English throughout their day. Learning Support provides targeted English language development and additional support as needed. Staff are experienced in supporting multilingual learners within an international context.
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Admissions	Admissions 1. An appointment with the AGS Registrar is scheduled, and a school tour is provided during the meeting. A copy of the admissions form is given at this meeting, and the discussion covers the school's program and admission process. 2. If you wish to continue, all registration documents must be completed and returned to the Registrar. A non-refundable application fee of 150 OMR is payable at this stage. 3. Entrance requirements are defined in the Admissions Policy, and all details should be reviewed as part of the application. 4. The Headmaster makes the final decision on whether a place is offered, and the Registrar contacts the family once a decision is reached. 5. If accepted, a formal acceptance letter is issued and must be signed and returned within 7 working days; failure to return the signed letter may result in losing the offer. 6. An acceptance fee of 200 OMR is payable upon acceptance. 7. Enrollment documentation includes: Admission Form; Medical Form with vaccination records; Signed Standard Terms and Conditions; Copy of Birth Certificate; 4 colour passport photographs; Equivalency certificate from the Ministry of Education if not registered on the MOE portal; For expatriate pupils, copies of passport and visa; Copies of the two most recent school reports.	Admissions 1. Applications are accepted at all points during the school year. The admissions team aims to keep the process straightforward. Campus visits can be arranged on request. Reach out if relocating to Muscat or moving within the city. 2. Before applying, read the Home School Agreement and Admissions Policy. To apply, complete the BSM Application Form and the BSM Medical Information form. Provide copies of the child's passport, Oman Resident Card, a passport photo, the latest school report, and copies of both parents' passports and Oman Resident Cards. 3. After submission, we check space for the preferred start date. If space is unavailable, the child is placed on the waiting list. You will be notified by email within 5 working days. The school reserves the right to withdraw an offer if an Oman Resident Card is not provided prior to starting. 4. Entry criteria include attitudes and values that match the BSM Learning Ethos, the ability to thrive in a high achieving environment, and a family engaged with the child's education and English language development. The school teaches on the English National Curriculum and all lessons are taught in English, with EAL and SEND support as available. New entrants to English are immersed in English and may need time to adjust.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist There are waiting lists for some year groups. Status of waiting lists is discussed with admissions.
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