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ABQ Seeb International School

Oman, Seeb

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Arabic, English
Fees OMR 2,500 - 5,500
Ages 1½ - 19 years
Pupil numbers 1300
Type Co-educational
Opened 2013
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Arabic, English
Typical class size 22
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

ABQ Seeb International School is a Cambridge International School in Seeb, Muscat, offering Pre-KG to Grade 12 Cambridge and GED programmes. The school is bilingual with English and Arabic instruction and operates as a day school with a capacity of around 1,300 students. The Cambridge Primary Programme guides the lower grades, while upper years offer Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Levels or the Omani GED pathway. Typical class sizes are about 22 pupils, with a student‑teacher ratio of roughly 12:1. The campus includes science laboratories, art and music rooms, a clinic, a library, and an indoor sports hall. The ABQ Way underpins consistency and quality across ABQ International Schools, complemented by unique programmes such as DYP (Discovering You), GEDx and Mobeen that develop 21st‑century skills and Arabic language proficiency. The school serves a diverse, multinational community with English and Arabic as core languages of instruction.

Al Khoudh St, Seeb, Oman

The Essentials

ABQ Seeb International School has 1,300 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in Arabic, English.

Location
Seeb International School is in Seeb, with the postal address P.O. Box 2630, Central Post Office, Al Khoud, Seeb, Muscat, Oman. The campus is in the Seeb area of Muscat and is reachable by the main roads serving northern Muscat.

Stages
Pre-KG to Grade 12. The school serves early years through secondary, with KG, Primary and Secondary sections and follows Cambridge Primary/Secondary programmes alongside GED options.

Type
Day school. ABQ Seeb International School operates as a conventional international day school within the ABQ Education Group.

Additional learning support
Learning support is provided through the Discovering You Program. There is a dedicated Specialised Learning Support Department (Shamil) for individual or small-group assistance, plus booster lessons; however, ABQ notes that none of its schools are special education schools and they do not provide for severe learning disabilities.

Country affiliation
Oman. The school is based in Oman and follows international curricula.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated.

School day structure
Exact start and end times are not published publicly. Timings are provided to families during the admissions process. The school operates as a day school.

Bus service
Specific bus/transport arrangements are not published on public pages; interested families should contact the admissions team for transport options.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is provided by Zaks Uniform Shop (Al Araimi Boulevard Mall, Seeb). Pre-KG–KG2 wear a white polo T-shirt with grey bottoms; Grades 1–6 wear a purple polo T-shirt with grey bottoms; Grades 7–12 wear a striped shirt with grey bottoms. A grey fleece jacket and grey PE kit (track pants/shorts) complete the set.

Food Options
The school has an on-site cafeteria. Meals are prepared and served by cafeteria staff. The school serves over one million meals each year.

House System
All students are assigned to one of four Houses on joining. The House System was relaunched in 2021 to foster belonging and encourages inter-house competitions throughout the year.

Governance and Ownership
ABQ Seeb International School is part of ABQ Education Group, which operates three CIS- and COBIS-accredited international schools in Oman. The group follows a standardized operator model called The ABQ Way to ensure consistent quality across its schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at ABQ Seeb International School ranges from OMR 2,500 to OMR 5,500 for 2026/27.

Annual tuition (by year group, OMR)

- Pre-KG (ABQ Explorer): various payment models available; resource fee from OMR 5 per month.
- KG1 (ABQ Explorer): OMR 2,400 per year.
- KG2 (ABQ Explorer): OMR 2,450 per year.
- Grade 1: OMR 3,200 per year.
- Grade 2: OMR 3,200 per year.
- Grade 3: OMR 3,600 per year.
- Grade 4: OMR 3,600 per year.
- Grade 5: OMR 3,600 per year.
- Grade 6: OMR 3,850 per year.
- Grade 7: OMR 4,100 per year.
- Grade 8: OMR 4,100 per year.
- Grade 9 (IGCSE 1 / GED): OMR 4,400 per year.
- Grade 10 (IGCSE 2 / GED): OMR 4,600 per year.
- Grade 11 (AS / GED): OMR 5,200 per year.
- Grade 12 (A2 / GED): OMR 5,350 per year.


Resource / additional annual fees (OMR)

- Pre-KG (ABQ Explorer): from OMR 5 per month (varies by chosen model).
- KG1 / KG2 / Grade 1 / Grade 2: OMR 125.
- Grade 3 / Grade 4: OMR 150.
- Grade 5 / Grade 6: OMR 175.
- Grade 7 / Grade 8 / Grade 9 / Grade 10: OMR 225.
- Grade 11 / Grade 12: OMR 275.
(Resource fees are additional to the annual tuition above.)

Application / registration fees

- No separate application fee or one-off registration fee amount is published in the school's admissions or tuition materials for the 2025–26 fee schedule. (Any enrolment paperwork and a School Fee Confirmation Form are required at registration.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment methods offered: full payment in one installment; two 50% instalments by post‑dated cheques (PDC); or eight monthly PDCs according to a specified schedule. Online payments and debit/credit cards are accepted.
- Eight-month PDC schedule (percent of annual tuition collected): 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; 10% by 5 March. Cheques should not be dated later than the 5th of each month on that schedule.

Instalment examples (tuition only, OMR)

- Two 50% instalments: each payment is 50% of the annual tuition (example: KG1 OMR 2,400 -> OMR 1,200 per instalment).
- Eight-month PDC instalment breakdown (percent schedule above). To illustrate, sample instalment amounts for each annual tuition are shown below (rounded to two decimal places):
- KG1 (OMR 2,400): 20% OMR 480.00; 15% OMR 360.00; 15% OMR 360.00; 10% OMR 240.00; 10% OMR 240.00; 10% OMR 240.00; 10% OMR 240.00; 10% OMR 240.00.
- KG2 (OMR 2,450): 20% OMR 490.00; 15% OMR 367.50; 15% OMR 367.50; 10% OMR 245.00; 10% OMR 245.00; 10% OMR 245.00; 10% OMR 245.00; 10% OMR 245.00.
- Grade 1 / Grade 2 (OMR 3,200): 20% OMR 640.00; 15% OMR 480.00; 15% OMR 480.00; 10% OMR 320.00; 10% OMR 320.00; 10% OMR 320.00; 10% OMR 320.00; 10% OMR 320.00.
- Grade 3 / Grade 4 / Grade 5 (OMR 3,600): 20% OMR 720.00; 15% OMR 540.00; 15% OMR 540.00; 10% OMR 360.00; 10% OMR 360.00; 10% OMR 360.00; 10% OMR 360.00; 10% OMR 360.00.
- Grade 6 (OMR 3,850): 20% OMR 770.00; 15% OMR 577.50; 15% OMR 577.50; 10% OMR 385.00; 10% OMR 385.00; 10% OMR 385.00; 10% OMR 385.00; 10% OMR 385.00.
- Grade 7 / Grade 8 (OMR 4,100): 20% OMR 820.00; 15% OMR 615.00; 15% OMR 615.00; 10% OMR 410.00; 10% OMR 410.00; 10% OMR 410.00; 10% OMR 410.00; 10% OMR 410.00.
- Grade 9 (OMR 4,400): 20% OMR 880.00; 15% OMR 660.00; 15% OMR 660.00; 10% OMR 440.00; 10% OMR 440.00; 10% OMR 440.00; 10% OMR 440.00; 10% OMR 440.00.
- Grade 10 (OMR 4,600): 20% OMR 920.00; 15% OMR 690.00; 15% OMR 690.00; 10% OMR 460.00; 10% OMR 460.00; 10% OMR 460.00; 10% OMR 460.00; 10% OMR 460.00.
- Grade 11 (OMR 5,200): 20% OMR 1,040.00; 15% OMR 780.00; 15% OMR 780.00; 10% OMR 520.00; 10% OMR 520.00; 10% OMR 520.00; 10% OMR 520.00; 10% OMR 520.00.
- Grade 12 (OMR 5,350): 20% OMR 1,070.00; 15% OMR 802.50; 15% OMR 802.50; 10% OMR 535.00; 10% OMR 535.00; 10% OMR 535.00; 10% OMR 535.00; 10% OMR 535.00.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school.

Other costs and optional charges

- International examination fees for IGCSE and AS/A2 examinations are charged in addition to the tuition.
- Additional charges may apply for students who require learning support.
- Extended care fees apply for ABQ Explorer (Pre‑KG/KG) students.
- The cost of the school uniform is not included in the tuition or resource fees; uniform items are supplied through the designated supplier.

Refunds and withdrawal

- No specific refund schedule or standard tuition‑refund policy is published in the school's publicly listed admissions and tuition materials for the 2025–26 fee schedule. Refunds or withdrawal adjustments are not detailed in the published fee pages.

Fee payment options

- Payment methods accepted: online payments and debit/credit cards; payment by post‑dated cheques for instalment plans; full single payment is accepted.
- Payment plan choices: full payment, two 50% instalments by PDC, or eight monthly PDCs on the schedule listed above.
Academics

ABQ Seeb International School teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 1.5 to 19.

Curriculum
ABQ Seeb International School follows Cambridge international curricula alongside a GED pathway, with English and Arabic as languages of instruction, and serves learners from 18 months to 19 years. ABQ Explorer (early years) uses the UK-based International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), taught bilingually in English and Arabic, with a focus on holistic development and play-based learning. Primary follows the Cambridge Primary Programme in English, Maths and Science, with Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies aligned to MOE requirements; Kalemon is offered as a second language for students exempt from Arabic. Assessment in Primary includes GL Assessments (Grades 1-6), CAT4 in Grade 4, Cambridge Progress Tests (Grades 3-6) and Cambridge Checkpoint in Grade 6. Secondary comprises three stages: Key Stage 3 (Grades 7-8) with Cambridge Checkpoint at Grade 8; Key Stage 4 (Grades 9-10) offering IGCSE or Omani GED with compulsory subjects; and Senior (Grades 11-12) offering A Levels or Omani GED with a range of subjects. ABQ Seeb is internationally accredited, the first Oman school with CIS and COBIS dual accreditation.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ABQ Seeb supports social and emotional learning (SEL) through a holistic approach that integrates wellbeing into daily school life. The Discovering You Program is part of ABQ's 21st Century Skills initiative, helping students explore careers and build life skills. A Wellness Programme supports wellbeing, and Seeb's Wellness Programme has been highlighted in school news as a focus for early-years wellbeing. There is a dedicated Personalised Parent Care Officers system providing tailored support to ABQ families, reinforcing SEL through strong home–school links. The Principal's Welcome emphasises that staff and students should feel safe, have a sense of belonging, be treated with respect, and have the right to learn and flourish, underscoring the school's SEL emphasis. Extracurricular activities are part of the holistic approach to student development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ABQ Seeb offers on-site Learning Support with a dedicated Specialised Learning Support Department (Shamil) to address individual student needs. The Learning Support framework includes an Individualised Learning approach via the Discovering You Program to support students' unique educational needs, including intervention for underachieving students and for high achievers. Booster Lessons provide differentiated, extra support and are paired with mentoring and parent collaboration. The school states that none of its schools is a special education school and resources to support students with severe learning disabilities are not provided; learning support focuses on academic support in English, Arabic and Mathematics and on study skills. SHAMIL is described as a department that brings targeted support out of class for shorter periods, rather than operating as a dedicated special education institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Languages taught at ABQ Seeb are English and Arabic. There is no explicit EAL programme described on the Seeb page. The information available does not detail a separate EAL provision beyond the general language of instruction. The school does not publicly disclose information about EAL-specific provisions in the materials available on the Seeb site.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is a priority at ABQ Seeb as part of its student support and school culture. The Principal's Welcome states that staff and students feel safe, have a sense of belonging, are treated with respect, and have the right to learn and flourish. Seeb's Wellness Programme demonstrates an active focus on wellbeing, with the programme highlighted in KG student activity coverage. The school's 21st Century Skills focus, including the Discovering You Program, supports life skills development that underpins mental wellbeing. Extracurricular activities and clubs further contribute to students' social and emotional development.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is prioritised in ABQ Seeb's culture, as reflected in the Principal's Welcome which states that staff and students feel safe, have a sense of belonging, and are treated with respect. The school provides personalised Parent Care Officers to support safeguarding-related needs and family engagement. The Learning Support Programme includes targeted, small-group or out-of-class support (Shamil) to help keep students safe, supported and able to learn effectively. The ABQ Way and core values emphasise a safe, respectful learning environment, with a focus on student well-being and safeguarding in daily practice.
Parent Experience

History
ABQ Seeb International School was established in 2013 as part of ABQ Education Group, a private operator of Cambridge and GED international schools in Oman. The ABQ Education Group traces its roots to Azzan Bin Qais International School, founded in 1990, which ABQ acquired in 2009. The group expanded with the acquisition of ABQ Sohar International School in 2015, broadening its regional footprint. ABQ Seeb sits within a CIS- and COBIS-accredited network of ABQ international schools in Oman, reflecting its commitment to international standards. For the 2022-23 academic year, ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School relocated to a new campus, illustrating the group's ongoing campus expansion.

Community
ABQ Seeb places Omanis values at the heart of its education and fosters a values-led learning environment. Languages taught include English and Arabic, supporting bilingual communication within a Cambridge/GED framework. The school emphasizes wellbeing and a broad range of extracurricular activities through its Discovering You Programme and associated clubs. Students participate in external programs such as a four-day Global Youth Entrepreneurship Bootcamp and the ABQ Job Shadowing Initiative, reflecting active engagement with global and local opportunities. The ABQ Year Book and school news document community events like cultural celebrations and school-wide activities, including events such as the ABQ Seeb Carnival.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ABQ Seeb International School sits on a purpose-built campus in Seeb, Muscat, with a light, airy and well-maintained environment. Classrooms are spacious and air-conditioned, and most are equipped with interactive boards. There is a well-stocked library with a resource centre, and there are fully equipped science laboratories for each science subject along with designated computer labs, with Wi‑Fi available in all classrooms. The campus includes a large multi-purpose hall, indoor sports halls, generous partly shaded outdoor play areas and multipurpose sports courts with artificial turf, plus year-round swimming pools for training. Designated spaces for music, art and design complement the academic program, and a cafeteria serves meals daily while a clinic with full-time nurses supports student health and safety.

Sports Facilities
ABQ Seeb provides extensive sports facilities, including a large multi-purpose hall and indoor sports halls. Generous partly shaded outdoor play areas and multipurpose courts with artificial turf support a range of activities. The school also features swimming pools built for year-round swimming and training.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include a well-stocked library with a resource centre, science laboratories for each science subject, and designated computer labs. Classrooms are equipped with interactive boards and Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities are offered as part of a holistic education and are designed to develop students socially, culturally and physically.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
ABQ Seeb offers Debating Club, Science Club, AI & AR Club, and Digital Design & Animation Club. Debating Club builds public speaking and argumentation. Model United Nations Club and Writers' Club provide research, collaboration, and writing opportunities.

Arts & Creative
ABQ Music Club provides music education. ABQ Art Club and ABQ Drama Club offer arts and theatre. ABQ Photography Club runs studio and outdoor shoots.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations Club engages students in international topics and conference simulations. Holy Quran Club organises activities related to Islam and Qur'an. These clubs foster cultural awareness and cross-cultural engagement.

Social & Hobbies
ABQ Sports Club offers a wide range of sports and recreation. ABQ Book Club provides a space for literary discussion. ABQ Photography Club offers photo outings and studio sessions.

Community & Service
ABQ Environmental Club raises awareness of environmental issues. It promotes protection, conservation, preservation, and restoration. It aims to empower students to act for the Earth.

Leadership & Professional
Model United Nations Club develops leadership and teamwork through conferences. Debating Club strengthens public speaking and critical thinking. The Job Shadowing Initiative offers career development opportunities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
ABQ Sports Club offers sports and recreational activities. The Water Safety programme teaches safe practices around water. These activities support physical health and wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
ABQ Seeb teaches English and Arabic. Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary are delivered in English, while Arabic-language subjects, including Islamic Studies, are taught in Arabic; Grades 9–12 offer either Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Level or the MOE bilingual GED stream (an English–Arabic bilingual pathway). Non-native language learners receive support through the Learning Support Department (Shamil), including targeted English/Arabic assistance and booster lessons. The school also runs Mobeen, an Arabic language-excellence program, and provides a language-focused digital library.

Bilingual Teaching
ABQ Seeb International School offers bilingual education in English and Arabic. In Grades 7–8, Islamic Studies and Arabic are delivered in Arabic, while the Cambridge Lower Secondary framework guides English-language studies. In Grades 9–12, students can choose Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Level or Edexcel subjects, or the MOE bilingual GED stream, which provides a bilingual English–Arabic pathway. The school serves learners from 18 months to 19 years.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquiries and campus visit. Families initiate contact with ABQ Seeb International School through WhatsApp for registration support, or by calling the admissions line at 98262599. The admissions team aims to guide you through a smooth enrollment process, and you can book a campus tour to see facilities and ask questions in person. This initial step sets expectations and provides the primary point of contact as you begin the process.

2. Age eligibility and grade placement. For the 2026/27 academic year, ABQ Seeb International School publishes specific age ranges that correspond to each class (e.g., Pre-KG, KG1, KG2, G1–G12). These age guidelines determine eligibility and placement into the appropriate grade level. Families should verify their child's age against the published table to confirm the correct entry point.

3. Documents and enrolment form. The enrolment process requires submission of a range of documents, including a utility bill as proof of address, signing the registration terms and conditions, and a School Fee Confirmation Form. You must also provide copies of the student's passport, the father's and mother's passports/IDs, and copies of valid visas for non-Omani students. Additional items include two passport photos, birth certificate, health card, MOH medical form for Grade 1, MOE transfer letter, and copies of academic reports for the last two years; embassy stamping may be required for overseas documents.

4. MOE transfer letters and embassy stamping. The Ministry of Education requires an MOE Portal Transfer Letter from the previous school for transfer of records. For non-Omani students (and overseas-studying Omani students), official documents should be stamped by the student's embassy and the Omani Foreign Affairs Ministry. This step ensures that prior records and eligibility are validated before enrollment.

5. Terms, fee confirmation, and provisional terms. You must sign the registration terms and conditions and provide the School Fee Confirmation Form. Proof of address and other MOE-related documentation may be requested during enrolment. The process emphasizes completing these formalities before moving to payment and final confirmation.

6. Tuition, fees, and payment options. The 2025-26 fee structure lists Tuition Fees by grade and a separate Resource Fee, with notes that additional charges may apply for learning support or international examination fees. Payment methods include full payment, two 50% instalments by post-dated cheques, or eight monthly post-dated cheques with a specified schedule (cheques should be dated by the 5th of the month). The cost of the uniform is not included, and extended care fees apply to ABQ Explorer students.

7. Enrollment confirmation and next steps. After registration, the admissions team guides families through the remaining steps to finalize enrollment. You should expect to receive guidance on any pending items and to complete the enrollment as part of a smooth process, leading to confirmation of the student's place.

Scholarships
ABQ Merit Scholarships are offered by ABQ Education Group for the 2026-2027 academic year across its three CIS & COBIS-accredited schools (ABQ Azzan Bin Qais, ABQ Seeb, ABQ Sohar). There are 12 scholarships available for students in Grades 9–12, GED, IGCSE, and A Levels. Each scholarship provides a 100% tuition-fee waiver for two academic years, except for Grade 12 scholarships which are one year. The scholarship process opens 5–29 January 2026, with CAT4 assessments on 7 February 2026 and potential panel interviews on 15 February 2026; recipients are announced on 25 February 2026. The scholarship is not cash and recipients must meet entry requirements and maintain performance; non-ABQ students may apply, and the program is at ABQ's sole discretion.

Waitlist
There is no published waitlist or pool policy described in ABQ Seeb International School's published admissions materials.
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