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ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School

Oman, Muscat

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees OMR 2,300 - 5,200
Ages 1½ - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1500
Type Co-educational
Opened 1990
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Arabic
Typical class size 23
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School offers Pre-KG through Grade 12 and provides Cambridge International and GED-based curricula. The school teaches in English and Arabic, and operates Cambridge and GED pathways. The campus emphasises technology-enabled learning (including a 1:1 Chromebook programme) and a broad extracurricular programme. The school relocated to a new Al Khuwair campus in 2022/23, and it maintains a strong focus on international standards, accreditation, and a values-led approach to education. The Azzan bin Qais site highlights its international accreditation, language offerings, and a wide range of clubs and programmes, including Arabic language initiatives and 21st-century skills development. The Discovering You Programme (DYP) and other unique programmes support career and personal development, while the school's strong Cambridge/GED framework underpins its assessment and progression.

www.abq.edu.om

103, Bareeq Al Shatti Mall Muscat, Sultanate of Oman

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The Essentials

ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School has 1,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School is located in Muscat, Oman, at Bareeq Al Shatti Mall (P.O. Box 32, P.C. 103). The campus is in central Muscat, in the Madinat Sultan Qaboos/Al Khuwair area, with easy access to major roads and local transport. The school operates as part of the ABQ Education Group and serves Cambridge and GED programmes.

Stages
The school serves students from 18 months to 18 years, covering Pre-KG through Grade 12. The Primary section follows the Cambridge Primary Programme, while the Secondary programme offers Cambridge- and GED-based curricula.

Type
The school is a co-educational day school. It delivers Cambridge International and GED pathways across its Cambridge-based programmes.

Additional learning support
Learning support is provided through the dedicated Shamil learning-support department and the Discovering You programme, including booster lessons and targeted intervention. The programme focuses on individualised support in English, Arabic and mathematics and does not function as a special-education school for severe disabilities.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated. ABQ operates within the Sultanate of Oman.

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is stated; ABQ presents a values-led education anchored in Omani culture.

School day structure
The school week runs Sunday to Thursday. The standard school day starts around 07:30 and ends around 14:15, with variations possible by year group or program.

Bus service
ABQ does not publish a dedicated school-bus service on its site. Access to the area is via public transport. Nearby public bus stops serve the vicinity, and routes such as line 12 are known to operate near the school.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School ranges from OMR 2,300 to OMR 5,200 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees

- No non‑refundable application fee, registration fee or separate enrolment deposit is published on the school's public admissions or tuition pages.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) and resource fees

- Pre‑KG (ABQ Explorer): Various payment models available; resource fees from OMR 5 per month.
- KG1 (ABQ Explorer): Tuition OMR 2,250; Resource fee OMR 125.
- KG2 (ABQ Explorer): Tuition OMR 2,400; Resource fee OMR 125.
- Grade 1: Tuition OMR 3,050; Resource fee OMR 125.
- Grade 2: Tuition OMR 3,150; Resource fee OMR 125.
- Grade 3: Tuition OMR 3,300; Resource fee OMR 150.
- Grade 4: Tuition OMR 3,300; Resource fee OMR 150.
- Grade 5: Tuition OMR 3,400; Resource fee OMR 175.
- Grade 6: Tuition OMR 3,400; Resource fee OMR 175.
- Grade 7: Tuition OMR 3,600; Resource fee OMR 225.
- Grade 8: Tuition OMR 3,850; Resource fee OMR 225.
- Grade 9 (IGCSE 1 / GED): Tuition OMR 4,000; Resource fee OMR 225.
- Grade 10 (IGCSE 2 / GED): Tuition OMR 4,000; Resource fee OMR 225.
- Grade 11 (AS / GED): Tuition OMR 4,950; Resource fee OMR 275.
- Grade 12 (A2 / GED): Tuition OMR 4,975; Resource fee OMR 275.

Per‑term amounts (school publishes annual tuition; per‑term shown below is the annual tuition divided by three, using a three‑term academic year common to ABQ schools)

- The school publishes annual tuition only; it does not publish explicit per‑term rates. The figures below are annual tuition divided by 3 (rounded to two decimals) assuming a three‑term academic year. ABQ schools operate on a three‑term calendar.
- Pre‑KG: varies by chosen payment model (resource fees from OMR 5 per month).
- KG1: Per term tuition OMR 750.00; per term resource fee OMR 41.67.
- KG2: Per term tuition OMR 800.00; per term resource fee OMR 41.67.
- Grade 1: Per term tuition OMR 1,016.67; per term resource fee OMR 41.67.
- Grade 2: Per term tuition OMR 1,050.00; per term resource fee OMR 41.67.
- Grade 3: Per term tuition OMR 1,100.00; per term resource fee OMR 50.00.
- Grade 4: Per term tuition OMR 1,100.00; per term resource fee OMR 50.00.
- Grade 5: Per term tuition OMR 1,133.33; per term resource fee OMR 58.33.
- Grade 6: Per term tuition OMR 1,133.33; per term resource fee OMR 58.33.
- Grade 7: Per term tuition OMR 1,200.00; per term resource fee OMR 75.00.
- Grade 8: Per term tuition OMR 1,283.33; per term resource fee OMR 75.00.
- Grade 9: Per term tuition OMR 1,333.33; per term resource fee OMR 75.00.
- Grade 10: Per term tuition OMR 1,333.33; per term resource fee OMR 75.00.
- Grade 11: Per term tuition OMR 1,650.00; per term resource fee OMR 91.67.
- Grade 12: Per term tuition OMR 1,658.33; per term resource fee OMR 91.67.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The published fee schedule is for the 2025–26 academic year. School payment methods offered are: full payment in one instalment; two instalments of 50% each by post‑dated cheque (PDC); or eight monthly PDCs. The eight‑month PDC schedule and percentages are published as: 20% by 5 August, 15% by 5 September, 15% by 5 October, 10% by 5 November, 10% by 5 December, 10% by 5 January, 10% by 5 February and 10% by 5 March. Cheques should not be dated later than the 5th of the month.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School. The public admissions and tuition information list day‑school fees and do not show any boarding charges.

Other costs and fees

- Uniforms are not included in the tuition and are listed separately; the school points to its uniform supplier/store for purchase.
- International examination fees for IGCSE and AS/A2 levels are additional charges beyond the tuition and resource fees.
- Additional fees may be charged for students who require learning support.
- Extended care fees apply to ABQ Explorer (pre‑KG / KG) students; these are charged separately from the tuition and resource fees.

Refund information

- No published refund, cancellation or fee‑refund policy is provided on the school's public tuition or admissions pages. Refund or withdrawal terms are not listed on those pages.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods listed include online payments and debit and credit cards. Post‑dated cheques (PDCs) are used for instalment plans as described above.

Academics

ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 1.5 to 18.

Curriculum
ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School delivers a Cambridge International curriculum from Pre-KG to Grade 12, with Cambridge and GED Programmes offered across the school. The Early Years (ABQ Explorer) uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) taught bilingual 50:50 in English and Arabic, with four strands: Independence and Interdependence; Communicating; Inquiring; and Healthy Living and Physical Well-Being. In Primary, Cambridge Curriculum is taught, supported by MyMaths, Reading Eggs, I Read Arabic, and other programs such as Mobeen, ABT Benchmark Test, GL Progress Assessment, CAT4, and Oxford Reading Tree. For upper secondary, the school offers multiple qualification routes: Cambridge IGCSE in Grade 10 and A-Levels in Grade 12; a bilingual MoE General Certificate pathway (Maths and Science taught in English) and a monolingual Arabic MoE pathway; and a GED-based option via GEDx. ABQ is internationally accredited by CIS (Council of International Schools) as of 11 June 2024.
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Initiate contact with the ABQ admissions team. You should reach out via the WhatsApp option on the admissions pages or call +968 24210299 to begin the registration process. The admissions team provides guidance and aims to make enrolment smooth and easy, answering questions and helping you through the next steps. You can also request a tour if you wish to visit before applying.

2. Check age and class eligibility for the 2026/27 academic year. ABQ places students into classes based on age ranges that align with specific date windows (1 July to 31 December or 1 January to 30 June). See the age table to confirm the correct class placement for Pre-KG through Grade 12. This step ensures your child qualifies for the intended year level before you proceed with enrolment.

3. Prepare and gather required documents. The Ministry of Education requires a set of documents to accompany the enrolment form, including proof of address, copies of student and parent IDs, passport pages, visa/residence pages (for non-Omani students), birth certificate, health card, and academic reports for the last two years. You will also need the MOE Portal Transfer Letter if transferring from another school, and documents may need embassy stamping for overseas applicants. Organise these items so you can submit a complete enrolment packet.

4. Submit the enrolment form and sign terms. Along with the enrolment form, you must sign the registration terms and conditions and provide the MOE portal transfer letter from the previous school if applicable. Ensure duplicates of required documents are included as listed, since the enrolment packet must be complete for processing. The school will review the submission and guide you on any missing items.

5. Address MOE stamping and embassy requirements if needed. For non-Omani students or those who studied overseas, official documents should be stamped by their Embassy and the Omani Foreign Affairs Ministry. This stamping helps validate documents for MOE processing and ensures compliance with local requirements.

6. Await admission review and response. The admissions team communicates through the established channels (including WhatsApp) and works to guide families through the next steps after submission. If additional information or documentation is needed, the team will request it to complete the enrolment. You should expect timely communication as part of the admissions process.

7. Review fee options and arrange payment as part of enrolment. ABQ offers several payment methods, including full payment at once, two 50% instalments by post-dated cheques (PDC), or eight monthly PDCs aligned to a payment schedule. The schedule sets out percentages due by the 5th of specified months (e.g., August through March). Plan your payments to align with these terms if you are proceeding with enrolment.

8. Consider additional costs and services. Note that the uniform is not included in the tuition, and extended care fees apply to ABQ Explorer students. Additional charges may apply for learning support or international examination fees (IGCSE/AS/A2). Factor these into your overall enrolment budget and plan accordingly.

9. Final enrolment steps and welcome. After you complete the enrolment steps and ensure all documents and payments are in order, you will complete the enrolment process with ABQ. The school's admissions materials emphasize a smooth and easy transition for families joining the ABQ community.

Scholarships
ABQ Merit Scholarships (2026–2027) are the formal scholarship offering. ABQ is awarding 12 academic scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year across ABQ Azzan Bin Qais, ABQ Seeb, and ABQ Sohar. Scholarships are available to students in Grades 9–12 (GED, IGCSE, and A Levels) and provide a 100% waiver of tuition fees for two academic years (one-year for Grade 12 entrants). If a candidate does not meet minimum criteria, ABQ reserves the right to transfer the scholarship to a different category or not grant it. The timeline is: application period 5–29 January 2026; CAT4 assessment on 7 February 2026; panel interviews for shortlisted candidates on 15 February 2026; and announcements on 25 February 2026. Applications are submitted via the ABQ scholarship portal, including a scholarship questionnaire, grade reports, a 300–400 word passion essay, and a short video answering two of several prompts. Terms and conditions specify that scholarships are awarded by merit and that successful candidates must meet entry requirements, maintain performance, and may be required to participate in publicity. The scholarship program notes that other fees (books, cafeteria, uniform, exam fees, etc.) remain payable by recipients.

Waitlist
ABQ does not publish a waitlist or pool system on its admissions pages.
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