International Schools in Oman
Compare 43 international schools in Oman. Filter by curriculum, fees (average OMR 4,250), location, and more to find the right international school now.
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- Schools listed
- 43
- Curricula
- 19
- Average annual fee
- OMR 4,250
- Fee range
- OMR 1,164 – 10,280
More school facts
- Most common curriculum
- British Curriculum (19 schools)
- Average school size
- 843 pupils
- Largest by enrolment
- ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School
- Oldest
- British School Salalah (1970)
- With boarding
- 1
About international schools in Oman
International schools in Oman typically combine internationally recognised programmes - commonly British (IGCSE/A-Level), International Baccalaureate and American or Indian curricula - with the national requirement to teach Arabic, Islamic education and social studies as prescribed by the Ministry of Education. Many are concentrated in Muscat and larger governorates, and fees are broadly lower than the premium Gulf hubs; typical annual tuition in Muscat most often falls in the mid-range of a few thousand Omani rials, though the spread runs from more budget options to higher-fee schools. Admissions are generally straightforward but can be cyclical: new-year intake starts in August/September, schools also accept mid-year entries where space exists, and most ask for registration deposits, prior school records and proof of residency. Relocating families should plan for extra costs beyond headline tuition (registration, transport, uniforms and exam fees), confirm how Arabic and national curriculum requirements are delivered, and check school calendars and inspection or accreditation status before committing.
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31 international schools in Muscat
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2 international schools in Sohar
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See all 1 →1 international school in Nizwa
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Curricula
There are 43 international schools in Oman covering 19 curricula. The most widely offered are British Curriculum (19), Cambridge IGCSE (18), Cambridge (Primary) (14), Cambridge International AS Levels (11), Cambridge A Levels (11). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.
Fees & what they cover
Annual tuition across Oman runs from about OMR 1,164 to OMR 10,280, averaging roughly OMR 4,250. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.
Admissions & timing
Sought-after schools in Oman run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.
Boarding
1 of the 43 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.
How doris stays impartial
doris lists every international school in Oman we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.