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ABQ Sohar International School

Oman, Sohar

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic, Urdu, French
Fees OMR 1,700 - 4,350
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 1500
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Arabic, Urdu, French
Typical class size 23
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

ABQ Sohar International School is a Cambridge International School offering Cambridge and GED pathways for students aged 3 to 19. The campus supports up to 1,500 students with an average class size of 23 and a student–teacher ratio of 13:1. The curriculum includes Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary programmes, with Cambridge IGCSE available in appropriate years, alongside GED-based routes. The school provides six science laboratories, four ICT laboratories and a modern library, plus a Junior Science Laboratory. Instruction is delivered in English, with Arabic, Urdu and French offered as additional languages. ABQ emphasizes 21st-century skills through its Discovering You Program, a 1:1 Chromebook initiative, and language initiatives such as Mobeen for Arabic. A broad range of extracurricular activities accompanies the academic programme, including sports, music, photography, debating, and art clubs. ABQ is CIS and COBIS accredited, reflecting international standards in academics, welfare and facilities.

www.abq.edu.om

P.O. Box 280, Postal Code 311, Sohar, Sultanate of Oman.

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The Essentials

ABQ Sohar International School has 1,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English, Arabic, Urdu, French.

Location
ABQ Sohar International School is located in Sohar, Sultanate of Oman. The campus moved to a purpose-built facility in August 2019. The postal address is P.O. Box 280, Postal Code 311, Sohar, Oman, and the contact phone is +968 2664 8800.

Stages
The school offers Pre-KG to Grade 12, with Cambridge and GED curricula. The secondary division serves Grades 7–12, offering Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level options, plus the MOE bilingual GED stream.

Type
The school is a private international institution operated by ABQ Education Group, delivering Cambridge International programmes and GED pathways. It is part of ABQ's network of international schools in Oman.

Additional learning support
Shamil – Learning Support Programme provides individualized academic, social and emotional support; trained professionals collaborate with classroom teachers; there are dedicated spaces and resources to aid learning; ongoing professional development for staff.

Country affiliation
Oman.

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is listed. Islamic Studies is taught as part of the curriculum for Grades 7–8.

School day structure
The school day commonly runs from around 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, with drop-off beginning at 7:30 am and classes typically within an 08:00–15:30 window depending on year group.

Bus service
A published school-bus schedule or provider is not listed on the school's pages; transport arrangements can be pursued via the admissions team by contacting 72221960 or using the WhatsApp option shown on the admissions page.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at ABQ Sohar International School ranges from OMR 1,700 to OMR 4,350 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees
- No separate non‑refundable application fee or registration fee is published for ABQ Sohar; no application or registration charge is listed in the school's admissions or tuition materials.

Tuition fees by year group (annual) and resource fee

- Pre‑KG (ABQ Explorer): Various payment models available; resource fee from OMR 5 per month.
- KG1 (ABQ Explorer): Tuition OMR 1,600 per year; Resource Fee OMR 175.
- KG2 (ABQ Explorer): Tuition OMR 1,700 per year; Resource Fee OMR 175.
- Grade 1: Tuition OMR 1,950 per year; Resource Fee OMR 200.
- Grade 2: Tuition OMR 1,950 per year; Resource Fee OMR 200.
- Grade 3: Tuition OMR 2,200 per year; Resource Fee OMR 225.
- Grade 4: Tuition OMR 2,250 per year; Resource Fee OMR 225.
- Grade 5: Tuition OMR 2,325 per year; Resource Fee OMR 225.
- Grade 6: Tuition OMR 2,350 per year; Resource Fee OMR 225.
- Grade 7: Tuition OMR 2,575 per year; Resource Fee OMR 275.
- Grade 8: Tuition OMR 2,575 per year; Resource Fee OMR 275.
- Grade 9 (IGCSE 1 / GED): Tuition OMR 3,225 per year; Resource Fee OMR 275.
- Grade 10 (IGCSE 2 / GED): Tuition OMR 3,500 per year; Resource Fee OMR 300.
- Grade 11 (AS / GED): Tuition OMR 3,500 per year; Resource Fee OMR 300.
- Grade 12 (A2 / GED): Tuition OMR 4,250 per year; Resource Fee OMR 325.

Per‑term detail and billing frequency
- Tuition amounts are published as annual fees per grade. Per‑term amounts are not published as fixed term invoices; families may select from the listed payment options (full annual payment, two 50% instalments, or eight monthly post‑dated cheques). The school does not publish a separate per‑term fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms (instalment options and dates)
- Payment options offered:
- Full payment (one payment for the annual tuition).
- Two instalments: two payments of 50% each, paid by post‑dated cheques (PDCs).
- Eight monthly instalments by PDCs using the following schedule: 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.

Additional charges and other costs
- International external examination fees (IGCSE and AS/A2) are charged in addition to the tuition amounts shown.
- Additional fees may be charged for any extra learning support required outside normal class provision.
- Uniforms are not included in the tuition. Uniforms are available through the school's official supplier (Zaks); the supplier accepts Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards. Uniform costs will vary depending on items purchased.
- Any other activity‑specific charges (for some trips, extracurriculars or optional offerings) or consumables are not specified in the published fee table and may be charged separately.

Boarding fees
- There is no published boarding provision or boarding fees for ABQ Sohar; boarding is not listed as an option in the school's admissions or tuition materials. Therefore boarding fees are not applicable.

Refund information
- No specific refund policy for tuition, registration, deposits or instalments is published in the school's tuition or admissions material. No published schedule of refunds or refund percentages is provided.

Fee payment options and accepted methods
- Accepted payment methods include online payments and debit and credit cards. The uniform supplier accepts Visa and Mastercard. The school accepts post‑dated cheques for instalment plans.
Academics

ABQ Sohar International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
ABQ Sohar International School delivers an international Cambridge-focused curriculum with Cambridge and the Omani GED pathways, taught from Pre-KG to Grade 12, with instruction in English and Arabic (plus Urdu and French). ABQ Explorer (Pre-KG to KG2) follows the UK-based International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in a fully bilingual English-Arabic programme. The Primary Curriculum follows the Cambridge Primary Programme in English, Maths and Science, while Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies align to the MOE framework; Kalemon is offered as an Arabic second-language option, and Cambridge assessments include Progress Tests (Grades 3-6) and Cambridge Checkpoint (Grade 6). In Secondary (Grades 7-8, Key Stage 3) students study a broad range of subjects and complete Cambridge Checkpoint at the end of Grade 8; in Grades 9-10 (Key Stage 4) they may pursue IGCSE or the Omani GED, with compulsory subjects Maths, English, Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies. In the senior years, students choose between A Levels or the Omani GED, with the GED pathway requiring five compulsory subjects (English, Arabic, Maths, Islamic Studies, Social Studies) plus four electives.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Initiate contact and arrange a campus visit. Begin by reaching ABQ Sohar International School admissions via WhatsApp or by calling 72221960 to start the registration process; the admissions team is available to assist and can help you with next steps. You may also book a campus tour through the Book A Tour option to see facilities and meet staff. This initial contact sets up the pathway to confirm eligibility and begin the enrolment process.

2. Check eligibility and class placement using the 2026/27 age guidelines. There is a defined age chart forPre-KG through Grade 12 for the 2026/27 academic year, with birth-year windows determining appropriate classes. Review the chart to verify which grade your child would enter based on their birth year and the academic session. This step helps ensure your child is placed in the correct program from Pre-KG to Grade 12.

3. Prepare and submit required documents. The enrolment form must be accompanied by documentation required by the Ministry of Education, including a utility bill as proof of address, signing on the registration terms, a School Fee Confirmation Form, copies of the student's and parents' passports, valid visa pages, birth certificate, health form, and two passport-sized photographs. Additional items such as the Health Card and, for non-Omani students, resident cards may also be requested. Gather these materials in advance to avoid delays in processing.

4. Complete enrolment formalities and provide fee documentation. Submit the enrolment form together with the required documents and the School Fee Confirmation Form. Be prepared for the possibility of international examination fees (IGCSE/AS-A2/GED) being charged separately where applicable. The admissions team will guide you through the documents workflow and confirm next steps once submitted.

5. Review fee options and finalize payment. ABQ Sohar offers multiple payment methods for tuition and fees, including full payment at once, two 50% instalments by post-dated cheques, or eight monthly post-dated cheques according to a scheduled plan (dates and percentages are specified, e.g., 20% by August 5, then 15% by September 5, etc.). The School Uniform cost is not included in the tuition, and online payments, debit, and credit card payments are accepted. Clarify any learning-support fees that may apply beyond standard tuition.

6. Admission decision and enrollment confirmation. The admissions team commits to guiding families through the process and aims for a smooth enrolment experience. After completing the necessary steps and receiving a decision, the school will notify families of the outcome and proceed with enrollment formalities. This step culminates in official enrollment and registration for the upcoming academic year.

Scholarships
ABQ Merit Scholarships are offered across ABQ's CIS & COBIS-accredited international schools, including ABQ Sohar. The programme provides 12 academic scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year, available to students in Grades 9–12 (GED, IGCSE, and A Levels). Each scholarship is a 100% tuition fee waiver and is valid for two academic years, except for Grade 12 scholarships, which are one year. Applications open 5–29 January 2026, with CAT4 assessments on 7 February 2026, panel interviews on 15 February 2026 (if required), and the announcement of recipients on 25 February 2026.

Waitlist
ABQ Sohar International School does not publish a waitlist or pool system in its admissions information. The admissions process and contact options are described, but there is no published documentation of a waitlist mechanism or pool. If space becomes available, families typically follow the standard admissions steps outlined above, guided by the admissions team.
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