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American Lyceum International School

Oman, Muscat

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees OMR 2,000 - 2,100
Ages 1 - 10 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Introduction

American Lyceum International School (Muscat) is a Cambridge international school and nursery operating in Azaiba, Muscat, Oman under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. The school offers the Cambridge Primary programme from Kindergarten to Grade 5 and a nursery programme that blends Montessori approaches with the Early Years Foundation Stage, with nursery provision running from around six months through pre‑school. The website lists English and Arabic among core areas of learning alongside mathematics, science, ICT, music, PE (including swimming) and robotics/STEM. Teaching approaches published on the site include Whole‑Brain (Power) Teaching in classrooms and the Leader in Me leadership programme; the school also emphasises small group care, wellbeing and safeguarding. Campus provision described on the site includes ICT/robotics facilities, swimming and music/arts provision, and multiple campus and nursery branches across Muscat. The school's pages do not explicitly state a formal medium of instruction beyond the subjects shown on its curriculum pages.

4851 Way, Muscat 130, Oman

The Essentials

American Lyceum International School has instruction in English.

Location
American Lyceum International School is located in Muscat, Oman. The main campus address is 4851 Way, Muscat 130, Oman. The Azaiba North nursery is at Way No 4804, Villa 283, opposite Pizza Hut near the well roundabout in Azaiba North. The Ghubra South nursery is at Way #3781, Block #237, Villa #2962, opposite Royal Hospital in Ghubra South.

Stages
The Oman campus offers Early Years through Grade 4, including Nursery and Kindergarten/Reception, and Grade 1–4. The Cambridge Primary Curriculum is used for Grades 1–5 according to the Cambridge Primary page, and EYFS is the framework for early years.

Type
The school operates as a private, co-educational international school and is run under the supervision of the Oman Ministry of Education. It is positioned as serving both local and international families.

Pupil Nationality Mix
No publicly published data on pupil nationality mix is available; the school presents itself as international, enrolling local and expatriate students.

Additional learning support
There is no publicly listed, dedicated SEN program; admission for children with disabilities is subject to approval, indicating that SEN support is not advertised as a standard provision.

Country affiliation
Oman. The school is located in the Sultanate of Oman and is supervised by the Ministry of Education.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is publicly stated.

School day structure
The school day is listed as starting around 7:00 AM and finishing around 2:30 PM, with a Sunday-to-Thursday schedule typical for Oman.

Bus service
A public school-run bus service is not listed in the available official pages; families should contact the campus directly for transport arrangements.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is an LLC in the Sultanate of Oman, run under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. It is part of the Lyceum Group of Schools. Leadership includes a CEO, Mr. Tahir Nadeem; a Director, Mr. Sheikh Mubarak Al Rahbi; a Director of Quality Assurance, Ms. Sumaira Daud; and a General Manager for Oman, Ms. Aisha Hassan.
Fees

Annual tuition at American Lyceum International School ranges from OMR 2,000 to OMR 2,100 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee

- A one-time registration fee is charged at enrolment: OMR 125.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts)

- KG1: OMR 1,600 per year.
- KG2: OMR 1,750 per year.
- Grade 1: OMR 2,000 per year.
- Grade 2: OMR 2,000 per year.
- Grade 3: OMR 2,100 per year.
- Grade 4: OMR 2,100 per year.

Per-term and monthly equivalents (arithmetic splits of the published annual tuition)

- Per-term (two equal terms): the annual fee divided by 2. Examples:
- KG1: OMR 800 per term.
- KG2: OMR 875 per term.
- Grade 1 / Grade 2: OMR 1,000 per term.
- Grade 3 / Grade 4: OMR 1,050 per term.

- Per-term (three equal terms): the annual fee divided by 3. Examples:
- KG1: OMR 533.33 per term.
- KG2: OMR 583.33 per term.
- Grade 1 / Grade 2: OMR 666.67 per term.
- Grade 3 / Grade 4: OMR 700.00 per term.

- Monthly equivalent (10-month academic year): the annual fee divided by 10. Examples:
- KG1: OMR 160.00 per month.
- KG2: OMR 175.00 per month.
- Grade 1 / Grade 2: OMR 200.00 per month.
- Grade 3 / Grade 4: OMR 210.00 per month.

(Annual tuition figures used above are the school's published annual amounts. The per-term and monthly figures shown are simple arithmetic equivalents for billing scenarios that use two terms, three terms, or a 10-month spread; the school's published amounts are the authoritative annual figures.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is published as an annual amount by grade. The school provides an online fee-deposit tool allowing payment by entering a Student ID or paying without a Student ID; the online payment interface supports OMR, PKR and USD currencies. Specific invoice due dates, term dates, instalment plans, discounts, or late‑payment penalties are not published on the fee pages.

Boarding fees

- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed for this campus; the school's published operations focus on kindergarten and primary year groups.

Other costs and incidental fees

- The published fee list specifies the registration charge and annual tuition by grade. There is no separate, published schedule on the school pages for uniform charges, textbook/learning-resource fees, transport, catering, activity or examination fees. Any additional charges for books, uniforms, transport, extracurricular activities or assessments are not listed in the school's publicly posted fee table.

Refund information

- No explicit refund policy or detailed refund procedure is published alongside the school's fee listings. The school's admission policy materials state that all dues must be paid before availing services, but a formal refund schedule is not provided in the publicly visible admissions/fee pages.

Fee payment options

- The school operates an online Fee Deposit portal that accepts payment entries in OMR (Omani Rial), PKR (Pakistani Rupee) and USD (US Dollar) and allows payments using a Student ID or by providing student details at payment. The portal is the published channel for online fee payments. Specific payment instruments (for example: which card types, bank transfer details, cheque acceptance or in-person payment locations) are not itemised on the fee-deposit page.

Summary

- The school publishes a one-time registration fee (OMR 125) and annual tuition by grade (OMR 1,600 to OMR 2,100 depending on year group). Annual amounts are the published fees; per-term and monthly figures above are arithmetic equivalents to assist with common billing patterns (two-term, three-term, or 10-month splits). The school provides an online fee-pay portal supporting multiple currencies; no boarding fees, uniform or textbook fees, nor a formal refund schedule are published with the school's fee table.
Academics

American Lyceum International School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 1 to 10.

Curriculum
The school uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Nursery and Reception, with seven areas of learning delivered through a mix of adult-led and child-initiated activities. In EYFS, English language development is supported, and French is introduced as a second language to build language and cultural awareness. For Grades 1–5, American Lyceum follows the Cambridge Primary Curriculum, covering core subjects (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arabic) with enrichment in Music & Arts, Physical Education (including swimming and yoga), ICT & Digital Literacy, and Robotics/STEAM, plus holistic development elements like emotional intelligence and leadership. The program also emphasizes modern teaching practices (Activity-Based Learning, Whole Brain Teaching, Peer Group Learning) and enrichment programs such as DEAR and Leader in Me. The curriculum pages describe EYFS and Cambridge Primary for early years and early primary; they do not publicly detail IGCSE/A-level or other higher-level pathways.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional learning is supported through a strong focus on personal, social and emotional development in EYFS, with explicit attention to emotional intelligence; relationships with adults are prioritized, and Whole Brain Teaching and Leader in Me are used as part of the school's approach to developing social skills and leadership.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose detailed SEN provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution; admission policy states that children with any disability can only gain admission after approval.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
There is no explicit EAL program description; EYFS language instruction includes French, indicating language offer beyond English, but EAL-specific support details are not provided in the public materials. AI & E-Learning Integration is listed, but this does not specify EAL support.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by the emphasis on holistic development and emotional intelligence, with a focus on self-confidence, managing feelings, and building positive relationships with adults as part of daily learning.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and safety are addressed through Safety First measures, staff training, and explicit safeguarding language such as 'Children are trained to avoid child abuse' in the nursery materials, alongside a note of dedicated and trained faculty.
Parent Experience

History
American Lyceum Private School is a Limited Liability Company incorporated in the Sultanate of Oman. The school operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education, Oman. It forms part of the Lyceum Group of Schools, with branches in Muscat such as an Azaiba School and associated nurseries. The Muscat location is at 4851 Way, Muscat 130, Oman. A 2024 graduation ceremony was held at Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Muscat, illustrating the school's ongoing milestones.

Community
The school frames itself as a learning community that values unity between school, family, and the broader community. A range of activities such as Playground Classes, Music Classes, Arts & Craft, and Signature Practices are offered to support holistic development. Parents are highlighted as central to children's happiness, with a 'Parents' words are the key to happy kids' section. Families receive updates through a newsletter, and the school maintains a visual gallery to share events and student work.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There is no dedicated PTA page on the site; engagement channels noted include a Feedback Form and a Complaint Form. A 'Parents' words are the key to happy kids' section and a public gallery reflect parent involvement and community sentiment. The site publishes a newsletter to communicate with families. Public events such as graduations demonstrate parent participation in milestones. If you need explicit PTA details, I can search beyond the site or contact the school for current parent-teacher engagement structures.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
American Lyceum International School operates in Muscat, Oman, with Nursery and School branches in Azaiba. The Nursery serves children from about 0.6 months to 3 years, and Grade 1 onward follows the Cambridge Curriculum under the Leader in Me program and Whole Brain Teaching. The campus emphasizes safe, engaging spaces with a playground and outdoor experiences embedded in daily activities. Early years include infant care with a dedicated, trained faculty and safety-focused policies, supported by signature practices that foster social and emotional development. The school offers a range of curricular and co-curricular activities, including music and arts classes that complement classroom learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Playground classes, music classes, and arts & craft are part of the regular activity program. Signature Practices include Prime Times, language development, sensory experiences, small-group learning, self-help skills, cause-and-effect exploration, and outdoor experiences.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Kindergarten and Reception, described as having seven areas of learning implemented through a mix of adult-led and child-initiated activities. In EYFS, French is taught as a language. The EYFS section also covers physical development, personal-social-emotional development, literacy, mathematics, expressive arts, outdoor learning, computing, and other foundational areas. The Cambridge Primary Curriculum is followed for Grades 1–5, providing core subjects (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arabic) and enrichment areas (Music & Arts, Physical Education including swimming, Yoga & Gym, ICT & Digital Literacy, Robotics, STEM & STEAM, leadership and entrepreneurship, and modern teaching practices such as activity-based learning and Whole Brain Teaching). The Cambridge curriculum emphasizes holistic development, including emotional intelligence, character building, and leadership skills.

Arts & Creative
Cambridge Primary Curriculum includes Music & Arts as part of core/enrichment subjects; the school integrates art, music, and creative expression throughout Grades 1–5. There is also emphasis on drama and performing arts within the broader program as part of holistic development.

Cultural & Language
In EYFS, French is explicitly taught to support language development and cultural understanding. Arabic is included as a core language in the Cambridge Primary Curriculum. The program also features Leadership & Entrepreneurship and opportunities for global-minded learning.

Social & Hobbies
The program includes extracurricular elements such as DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) and Leader in Me for leadership development, as well as entrepreneurship-focused activities and teamwork-based learning (Peer Group Learning). Swimming, yoga, and other physical activities are part of Physical Education.

Community & Service
The school emphasizes holistic development and leadership competencies, with programs like Leadership & Entrepreneurship and Leader in Me designed to cultivate personal and social responsibility. Community-oriented activities are indicated in the program framework.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership & Entrepreneurship is a named component of the Cambridge Primary Curriculum, with a focus on developing leadership, creativity, and decision-making. The school promotes professional skills and personal growth through its curriculum and signature practices.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The program includes physical fitness elements (Swimming, Yoga & Gym) as part of PE, and emphasizes emotional intelligence, character building, and well-being as part of holistic development. DEAR supports literacy and a culture of reading.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Age restrictions are strictly observed. Children with any disability can only gain admission after approval. Once admission is cancelled, the process for readmission must be followed. Admission may be cancelled if there is any health hazard to others. The health and safety policy must be followed in letter and spirit. All dues must be paid before availing of services. Admission may be cancelled for misbehavior with staff. Any decision regarding admission by the school is final.
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