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Pakistan School Suwaiq

Oman, Suwaiq

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees OMR 5,150 - 10,270
Ages 4 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1994
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Taught languages Urdu, English
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Pakistan School Suwaiq is a branch of Pakistan School Muscat. It was established in 1994 in Tareef to serve Pakistani children in the Al-Baatna region and moved to a larger rented building in Al-Qarat on 14 August 1996. The first batch appeared for the FBISE SSC examination in 2000. In 2004, a junior block, science laboratories, a library, a computer lab and a boys' prayer hall were added; in 2008, a girls' prayer hall and a separate building for the admin office, canteen, water coolers and a visitors' room were added. HSSC classes have been started since 2010. The campus teaches in English and follows a Pakistani-international curriculum. The school is located at P.O. Box 164, PC-314, Al-Muladha, Oman. The principal is Mr. Mazhar Bokhari. The school buildings include space for both boys' and girls' facilities, indicating a co-educational environment within a single campus. The school is affiliated with FBISE Islamabad and Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE and A-Levels), under the Pakistan School Muscat network. The curriculum includes FBISE SSC/HSSC streams and Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Levels, with Cambridge Pathway for the senior years. The first SSC batch in 2000 and the start of HSSC in 2010 show a long-running program across the Pakistani and international streams. The school offers English as the language of instruction, with Urdu and English taught as subjects. Age-appropriate admissions begin at KG-I with a minimum age of 4 years. Facilities noted on the campus include a junior block and a senior section, science labs, a library, and computer lab, as well as gender-specific prayer halls, reflecting facilities for both boys and girls within the same campus.

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The Essentials

Pakistan School Suwaiq has instruction in English.

Location

Pakistan School Suwaiq is in Suwaiq, Oman, in the Al-Qarat area. It began in a rented building in Tareef in 1994 to serve Pakistani children of the Al-Baatna region and moved to its Al-Qarat campus on 14 August 1996. The campus expanded in 2004 with a junior block, science labs, a library and a boys' prayer hall, and in 2008 added a girls' prayer hall and an admin building, canteen, water coolers and visitors' room. Mailing address is P.O. Box 164, Al-Muladha, Sultanate of Oman.

Stages

The school is structured into two main levels: Junior and Senior. The first batch sat the SSC examination in 2000, and HSSC classes have been offered since 2010.

Type

The school serves both boys and girls, with separate facilities for male and female students, including a separate prayer hall for girls and a prayer hall for boys.

Additional learning support

The Centre for Special Education (CSE) was established in 2012 to support differently-abled students and provide targeted support within the school.

Country affiliation

Country affiliation: Pakistan. Pakistan School Suwaiq is a branch of Pakistan School Muscat, indicating its ties to Pakistan.

Religious affiliation

Religious affiliation is not formally stated; the campus includes a School Mosque and observes Islamic practices such as Ramadan prayers (Salat Traweeh).

School day structure

Start and end times are not published on the Suwaiq branch page. The page notes the Junior and Senior sections and historical milestones.

Bus service

Public details about a school bus service for Suwaiq are not listed on the Suwaiq branch page.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms follow the Pakistan School Muscat design. Girls wear a dark green shirt with a white collar and below-knee length, white shalwar, and a white dopatta. Sleeves are 3/4 length and there is a white trim on the pocket. Boys wear a white shirt with a green striped tie, dark green trousers, a belt, and black shoes.

Food Options

There is a canteen on site. A canteen was added during the 2008 building expansion. No published details are provided about meal options or dietary provisions.

House System

The Pakistan School Muscat network uses a house system, with inter-house competitions in activities such as sports. The Annual Sports Gala recognises achievements across Houses and medals are awarded to students from all Houses.

Governance and Ownership

Pakistan School Suwaiq is a branch of Pakistan School Muscat. The network is governed by a Board of Directors elected by parents, with satellite branches' School Management Committees reporting to the Board. The Ministry of Education, Sultanate of Oman supervises the schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Pakistan School Suwaiq ranges from OMR 5,150 to OMR 10,270 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- An admission/application fee is charged and is included on the first fee invoice together with one month's tuition and any incidental charges. The accounts office issues the first fee slip at admission.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts in OMR)
- EC1 & EC2: OMR 2,575 per semester — OMR 5,150 per school year.
- Elementary School: OMR 4,125 per semester — OMR 8,250 per school year.
- Middle School: OMR 4,895 per semester — OMR 9,790 per school year.
- High School: OMR 5,135 per semester — OMR 10,270 per school year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is presented on a per-semester basis and the site shows per-semester and per-school-year amounts.
- The first fee invoice at admission includes admission fees, one month's tuition and any incidental charges; a security deposit is also charged on the first fee slip. Payment methods and detailed billing instructions are provided by the school accounts office.

Bus / transport fees (amounts in OMR)
- Two-way service: OMR 550 per fiscal semester — OMR 1,100 per school year.
- One-way service: OMR 330 per fiscal semester — OMR 660 per school year.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed for this branch. No boarding fees are published for Pakistan School Suwaiq.

Other costs and fees
- Security deposit: A security deposit is collected on admission; it is refundable at the time of withdrawal only.
- Incidental/assessment charges: The first fee slip may include other incidental charges where applicable.
- Uniform: A prescribed school uniform is required (details of items and styles are published), but uniform prices are not published.
- Exam or registration levies: Any board-exam, registration or additional activity fees are handled as separate charges when applicable; specific amounts are not published on the fee schedule.

Refund information
- The security deposit is refundable at the time of withdrawal only. Other refunds (for tuition, transport or incidental payments) are subject to the school's accounts and withdrawal procedures as administered by the accounts office; specific refund calculations or schedules are not published in the fee summary.

Fee payment options
- Payment procedures and acceptable payment methods are administered by the school's accounts office; the publicly available materials indicate that the accounts office will explain the methods of payment but do not publish a specific list of accepted payment channels (for example, credit card, bank transfer, cheque or cash). Parents should follow the accounts office instructions when settling fees.
Academics

Pakistan School Suwaiq teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum

Pakistan School Suwaiq offers a multi‑stream curriculum through Pakistan School Muscat, with FBISE (Federal Board) for Classes IX–X and Cambridge CAIE routes for XI–XII, including IGCSE (O‑Levels) and AS/A2 Levels. The Junior School (KG‑1 to IV) follows a year‑by‑year syllabus with entry admissions tests for each class. The Senior School includes a Pre‑O Levels phase, then the Federal Stream for Classes IX–X, followed by Cambridge CAIE options for Classes XI–XII. The Cambridge CAIE pathway comprises IGCSE (S1/S2), AS Level, and A2 Level syllabi, each with corresponding admission tests. SSC examinations began in 2000 and HSSC classes were added in 2010, reflecting the school's long-standing matriculation and intermediate programs.}
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Pakistan School Suwaiq provides an integrated counseling program to support social and emotional development. Counselors are an integral part of the educational team and offer support through individual and group sessions, classroom guidance, and meetings with parents. Counselors follow the International School Counselor Association (ISCA) standards to support students' self-exploration and personal growth. They assist students with course selection, explore after-school activities, and provide a support system during difficult times. The program is part of the school's overall emphasis on student well-being, reflected in safeguarding and well-being policies.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Pakistan School Muscat operates a Centre for Special Education (CSE) established in 2012 to support differently-abled children. It started with three students and has expanded to 18 students from KG to Grade 8, including facilities for Deaf and Mute learners. Highly qualified faculty of four special educators serve at the CSE, which provides tailored academic goals and vocational training through internship opportunities. The CSE is described as a dedicated centre for special education rather than a general SEN program. Suwaiq branch SEN details are not publicly disclosed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is an English-medium institution. There is no publicly disclosed information about a branch-specific EAL program, staff, or language-support initiatives. The published materials emphasize English as the language of instruction. The absence of explicit EAL provisions in public materials means EAL-specific support cannot be confirmed from available sources. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL-specific provision.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported primarily through counseling services as part of Student Support. Counseling services include individual and group meetings, classroom guidance, and support during difficult times. Counselors follow ISCA standards to assist students with self-exploration and personal growth. The school emphasizes well-being as a core part of its ethos, aligning with its safeguarding practices.

Safeguarding

Pakistan School Muscat is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staff are trained to respond to concerns and stay up-to-date with safeguarding policy and practice. The school aims to create safe environments for children through robust safeguarding practices and to teach pupils about staying safe in school and online. Safeguarding is presented as a foundational element of the school's policies and culture.
Parent Experience

History

Pakistan School Suwaiq is a branch of Pakistan School Muscat. It was established in 1994 in a rented building in Tareef to fulfill the educational needs of Pakistani children in the Al-Baatna region, with funds raised by Pakistanis serving in the Royal Navy of Oman and supportive parents. The school moved to a larger rented building in Al-Qarat on 14 August 1996. The first batch appeared for SSC examinations in 2000. In 2004, a junior block, science labs, a library, a computer lab and a boys' prayer hall were added; in 2008 the school gained a second prayer hall for girls and a separate admin building, canteen, water coolers and a visitors' room, and HSSC classes started in 2010.

Community

The Suwaiq campus has hosted significant community events, including the inaugural ceremony held in March 2023 that featured prominent attendance from parents, community members and local dignitaries. His Highness Sayyid Faris Fatik Al Said served as chief guest, with the Federal Minister for States and Frontier Regions Division (SAFRON) of Pakistan as guest of honor, and attendees included members of Shura and municipality councils. The Chairman of the Board of Directors acknowledged contributions from participants and supporters during the event. The campus maintains an active presence through social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter) and operates an Alumni program and excursions, indicating ongoing engagement with students, families, and the wider community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Pakistan School Muscat operates with a parent-led governance structure. Parents elect a Board of Directors to oversee policy and administration, and for satellite branches like Suwaiq, parents elect School Management Committees (SMC) that work under the Board's supervision. This arrangement provides a formal channel for parental input at the branch level and aligns branch activities with central governance. The network organizes events such as the Annual Sports Gala (e.g., the 2025–26 Medal Ceremony) and offers excursions/trips and community service projects as part of its extracurricular program. The inaugural Suwaiq ceremony in 2023 demonstrates active parent and community engagement in school events, and ongoing family involvement is supported by regular updates and social media communication.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Pakistan School Suwaiq provides a diverse facilities set spanning academics, sports, and student life. The campus includes a well-equipped library inaugurated on March 23, 2015, and science laboratories, with a computer lab dating from 2004 and an ICT lab to support digital learning. A Centre for Special Education was established in 2012 to support differently-abled learners. Outdoor spaces include vast playgrounds for cricket, football, and athletics, while the Dr. A. Q. Khan Hall is a multipurpose auditorium for events and indoor activities. A School Mosque is on site, and a canteen supports daily meals.

Sports Facilities

Outdoor spaces include vast playgrounds for cricket, football, and athletics. The Dr. A. Q. Khan Hall is a multipurpose auditorium with seating for more than 700, used for school functions and indoor games.

Academic Facilities

Academic facilities include science laboratories and a library inaugurated March 23, 2015, along with a computer lab added in 2004 and an ICT lab to support digital learning. The Centre for Special Education (CSE) was established in 2012 to support differently-abled learners.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Arts and other extracurricular activities are offered, with dedicated pages for Arts and Extracurricular Activities on the campus site. The Dr. A. Q. Khan Hall serves as a performance and event space for these activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Cultural & Language

Pakistan School Suwaiq participated in the Inter-School Naat Competition 2023, hosted by Pakistan School Muscat. The competition involved Naat recitations, aligning with cultural and religious observances. Pakistan School Muscat earned first place, while Pakistan School Suwaiq and Pakistan School Sohar shared second place. The event demonstrates active engagement in inter-school cultural activities beyond the classroom.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Online Application: Applications are accepted throughout the year for Pakistan School Suwaiq, a branch of Pakistan School Muscat. The application is submitted online via the school's admissions portal linked from the Suwaiq pages. The admissions staff are available to guide families through the next steps and to support the transition into PSM.

2. Admission Requirements: Families must provide a School Leaving Certificate (for class II and above), a Character Certificate, a birth certificate for KG, passport copies for student and parents, resident cards, six passport-sized photos, an immunization certificate, and a copy of an electricity bill. A copy of visa pages is also required for student and guardians. The documents are used to establish eligibility and to complete the admission file.

3. Eligibility and Admission Test: Admission suitability is determined through an admission test; a previous school leaving certificate does not guarantee placement. The syllabus for the admission test can be obtained from the Academic Cell or school office. Students are tested in English, Mathematics, Science, and Urdu, and there is a personal interview with the student and parents.

4. Interview and Form Completion: After passing the admission test, parents/guardians fill out the proper admission form and complete remaining formalities. Methods of payment for fees will be explained by the school office or accounts office. The interview is conducted by the relevant coordinator or admission department alongside the student.

5. First Fee Slip and Initial Payments: The first fee slip includes charges for admission fees and one month's tuition, plus any applicable incidental charges. This slip is issued after the admission formalities are complete and marks the start of the student's fee obligations for the new term.

6. English Medium and KG Age Requirements: The school operates as an English-medium institution, and applicants should have workable knowledge of English. For KG-I, the minimum age of the student should be 4+ years.

7. Class I–VIII Eligibility Thresholds: For classes I to VIII, applicants must obtain at least 40% marks in English, Mathematics, and Urdu. For CLSP admissions (P-I, P-II, P-III), a minimum of 60% in the admission test is required to join CLSP.

8. Class IX Admissions: For Science Group, the applicant must have at least 60% marks in the Class VIII examination; students with lower marks may be offered admission to Arts with a minimum pass of 40%. IGCSE admissions require a minimum of 60% marks (in either the P-III result or the admission test).

9. Class XI and A Level Pathways: Class XI eligibility includes >60% in SSC for Pre-Medical or Pre-Engineering; Commerce/General Science require at least 50% overall and 50% in Mathematics, with Humanities for those scoring below 50%. Admission to A Level requires passing at least five IGCSE subjects with a minimum grade C.

10. Migration and Re-admission: A student who leaves for the homeland or transfers may need to undergo admission testing upon seeking re-admission. Migration certificates or NOC from the relevant board are required for moving students. A student who fails in the annual house examination shall seek re-admission to the same class.

11. Additional IX and Higher-Level Documentation: For IX or higher classes, submission of School Leaving Certificates, Registration Cards, and Character Certificates is required, along with passing certificates from the previous board. Certificate documents should be attached when applying to IX or higher classes.

12. Admissions Contacts for Inquiries: For admission, examination, and fee-related inquiries, contact Abdur Rashid or Touqir Khalid at the school. Email addresses and phone numbers are provided for direct assistance.

Scholarships

There is no branch-specific scholarship policy published for Pakistan School Suwaiq.

Waitlist

The school does not describe any waitlist or pool system.
School Events
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