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Royal Grammar School Guildford Muscat

Oman, Muscat

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, Arabic
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Royal Grammar School Guildford Muscat (RGSG Muscat) sits in the Seeb area of Muscat and offers a British international education for ages 3 to 18. The curriculum combines the IEYC in the Early Years with the IPC framework for primary and Cambridge pathways for secondary, alongside Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels, with additional Pearson Edexcel IGCSE as options. The programme reflects UK-based schooling adapted for Oman, with a transitional pathway from IEYC to IPC and a segregated Cambridge-based senior study model. The school is part of Sama Educational of Schools and draws on Guildford heritage, including a long-running house system. Facilities include the Discovery Lab, a Makerspace for science, technology and coding; the Innovative Learning Hub for research and digital literacy; and a large Multi-Purpose Hall for sport, performances and exhibitions. Extra-curriculars span Marine Biology Club, Robotics, The Art Lab, and a strong sports programme.

Muscat, Seeb Area, 3315 Way

The Essentials

Royal Grammar School Guildford Muscat has instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Muscat, Oman. The Royal Grammar School Guildford Muscat (RGSGM) is a British international school in Oman, created in partnership with the Sama Educational Company. The campus features learning spaces designed to reflect Oman's culture and heritage, including a Discovery Lab, an Innovative Learning Hub and a large Multi-Purpose Hall. RGSG Muscat is part of Sama Educational of Schools.

Stages
Early Years Foundation Stage (Foundation Stage) for ages 3-5; Primary School (Grades 1-6) for roughly ages 5-13; Secondary School (Grades 7-12) for roughly ages 11-18, with Cambridge IGCSE at the end of Grade 10 and Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel A-Levels at the end of Years 11-12.

Additional learning support
The school assesses individual learning needs during admissions and uses inclusive teaching strategies to accommodate different needs and learning styles.

Country affiliation
British international education delivered in Oman. The curriculum is an enhanced version of the English National Curriculum delivered through the IPC framework in Oman.

Bus service
Transport is available. Short distance: One-way 450 OMR; Two-way 650 OMR. Long distance: One-way 550 OMR; Two-way 750 OMR.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform. It is an essential part of the school's identity, fostering belonging and equality. The uniform guidelines specify the required attire and purchasing options.

Food Options
Breakfast and lunch are provided as part of the annual fees (450 OMR per year). Meals are compulsory.

House System
The school has a house system with six houses: Austen, Beckingham, Hamonde, Nettles, Powell and Valpy. House Captains lead student representation.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Sama Educational Group, operated in partnership with Sama Educational Company to deliver RGSG's British international education in Oman.
Fees
Application and Admission Fees
- Application Fee: OMR 100 (non‑refundable and non‑transferable).
- Enrolment Fee (deductible from first term tuition): OMR 150 (non‑refundable once paid; required to confirm a place).
- Endowment Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable): OMR 500.
- Re‑Enrolment Fee (each year to secure a seat): OMR 150 (deductible from the first term of the following year).

Tuition Fees by Year Group (Annual and Term amounts)
- KG1: Annual tuition OMR 2,750 — Term 1: OMR 950; Term 2: OMR 1,100; Term 3: OMR 550. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- KG2: Annual tuition OMR 2,800 — Term 1: OMR 970; Term 2: OMR 1,120; Term 3: OMR 560. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 1: Annual tuition OMR 3,510 — Term 1: OMR 1,254; Term 2: OMR 1,404; Term 3: OMR 702. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 2: Annual tuition OMR 3,510 — Term 1: OMR 1,254; Term 2: OMR 1,404; Term 3: OMR 702. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 3: Annual tuition OMR 3,780 — Term 1: OMR 1,362; Term 2: OMR 1,512; Term 3: OMR 756. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 4: Annual tuition OMR 3,780 — Term 1: OMR 1,362; Term 2: OMR 1,512; Term 3: OMR 756. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 5: Annual tuition OMR 4,050 — Term 1: OMR 1,470; Term 2: OMR 1,620; Term 3: OMR 810. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 6: Annual tuition OMR 4,050 — Term 1: OMR 1,470; Term 2: OMR 1,620; Term 3: OMR 810. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 7: Annual tuition OMR 4,800 — Term 1: OMR 1,770; Term 2: OMR 1,920; Term 3: OMR 960. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Grade 8: Annual tuition OMR 4,800 — Term 1: OMR 1,770; Term 2: OMR 1,920; Term 3: OMR 960. Enrolment/Re‑enrolment fee OMR 150.
- Special Education Needs (SEN) support surcharge: OMR 1,400 per child (applied to all grades). The SEN surcharge is distributed as 40% for Term 1, 40% for Term 2, and 20% for Term 3.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- Tuition is invoiced in three instalments (one per term). Term dates used for billing: Term 1 due one week before the academic year start (for September entrants); Term 2 due first week of December; Term 3 due first week of March. Re‑enrolment fee for the following academic year is due in the first week of January.
- Instalment option: termly payments via post‑dated cheques submitted on registration day (cheques made payable to Al Tamkeen International School L.L.C.). Returned cheques incur a OMR 200 fine.
- Full‑payment option: payment in advance qualifies for a 5% discount on tuition when paid before the Term 1 due date (discount applies only if paid on registration day / before Term 1 due date).
- Non‑payment or late payment can lead to temporary or permanent loss of the student's place; formal warnings and withholding of reports occur if payments are not settled within the term. Students cannot re‑enrol for a new academic year until previous fees are cleared.

Boarding Fees
- Boarding is not listed in the school fee schedule; there are no boarding fees in the published fees document (the school operates as a day school in the published schedule).

Other Costs and Compulsory Service Fees
- Transport (annual, paid in two termly instalments): Short distance — One‑way OMR 300; Two‑way OMR 600. Long distance — One‑way OMR 350; Two‑way OMR 700.
- Meals (Breakfast and Lunch, annual, paid in two termly instalments): OMR 450 per year. Meals are compulsory.
- Uniform sets (items may be purchased individually): KG1–Grade1 OMR 65; Grade2–Grade6 OMR 75; Grade7 OMR 95. Uniforms are compulsory.
- VAT: Tuition fees are VAT‑exempt (0% VAT). A 5% VAT applies to service fees and other chargeable services as specified in the fee schedule.

Discounts and Offers
- Sibling discounts on Term 3 fees: 10% for the first sibling, 15% for the second sibling, and 20% for the third sibling.
- Early full payment discount: 5% discount on tuition for full payment made in advance on registration day (applicable only when paid before the Term 1 payment due date).

Refund and Withdrawal Policy
- Admission fees are not refundable. Tuition and service fees already paid for any term are non‑refundable if the student attends any classes in that term.
- Withdrawal payment schedule (amounts payable depend on withdrawal date):
- Withdrawal from first school day to October 31: pay 1/3 of tuition fees, half the service fee, plus admission fees.
- Withdrawal from November 1 to December 31: pay 1/2 of tuition fees, half the service fee, plus admission fees.
- Withdrawal from January 1 to February 28: pay 2/3 of tuition fees, full service fee, plus admission fees.
- Withdrawal after March 1: pay full tuition and full service fees. Written notice of permanent withdrawal must be given one term in advance; failure to give notice makes the following term's fees payable.
Academics

Royal Grammar School Guildford Muscat teaches British Curriculum, IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
UK-based British international education adapted to Oman. KG begins with the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), a play-based and inquiry-rich framework that nurtures curiosity and the foundations of early learning. Primary transitions from IEYC to the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) through thematic, connected learning. The upper years follow Cambridge pathways, and Secondary uses a segregated learning model aligned with the Cambridge framework. The curriculum provides a cohesive progression from Early Years through Secondary while balancing academic and personal development .
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school observes student behaviour to build caring, personalised learning relationships. It understands that learning and achievement are enhanced by forming partnerships with parents. It accounts for different needs and learning styles and uses diverse approaches to plan engaging lessons. The IPC teaches social, collaborative, language and organisational skills and emphasises student agency and co-creation. Global citizenship and community action are integrated through the curriculum to nurture respect for diverse cultures and sustainable development.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care and student wellbeing are central to RGSG Muscat. The Designated Person for Child Protection leads safeguarding; a Link Governor supports safeguarding; The Senior Leadership Team oversees policy implementation and safe recruitment. All staff undergo Safe School training and sign a Declaration of Acceptance. There is a Wellbeing Manager for confidential logging of concerns and follow-up. PSHE classes support student welfare, health and safety education as part of safeguarding.

Safeguarding
A Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy governs RGSG Muscat safeguarding. The Designated Person for Child Protection (DPCP) leads safeguarding, supported by a Link Governor for Safeguarding; the Senior Leadership Team oversees policy implementation, recruitment, and safeguarding procedures. Safe School training is mandatory for all staff, and staff log concerns using the Wellbeing Manager. There is an anonymous reporting mechanism for concerns by students, parents and staff. In cases of suspected abuse, concerns are reported to the Child Protection Service or police; records are kept secure. The policy advocates child-centred planning and a whole-school approach to safeguarding.
Parent Experience

History
RGSG Muscat is part of the Sama Educational of Schools. The Guildford school's House system originated in 1919 when it moved from boarding to a day school; the modern House system was established in 1921–22, with Houses named Austen, Beckingham, Hamonde and Nettles. Two more Houses, Powell and Valpy, were added in 1964–65, and House assemblies began in 1969 with Tutors attached to Houses, reflecting a long-standing emphasis on participation and leadership. RGSG Muscat draws on this Guildford heritage and Sama connection, underpinned by core values of inclusivity, scholarship, integrity, respect, courage and collaboration.

Community
RGSG Muscat is a community of excellence and inclusion, where inclusivity, scholarship, respect, courage and collaboration shape our identity and guide our actions. We are a kind, tolerant, and diverse community that values every individual, encourages intellectual curiosity and academic achievement, promotes mutual respect, and fosters collaboration and personal growth. These core values underpin all that we do and define who we are.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
RGSG Muscat has a modern and vibrant campus with three learning spaces designed to nurture and support students' individual talents. Discovery Lab supports primary students to explore science, the natural world, design and technology; it is a Makerspace for science, technology, robotics, coding and making artefacts. Innovative Learning Hub provides space to explore, investigate, research and find solutions using technology and books, developing digital and global literacy. A vast Multi-Purpose Hall serves for performances, exhibitions, games and sports, and brings the school community together to celebrate, compete and learn.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a vast Multi-Purpose Hall designed for sports, performances and exhibitions. This hall serves as a central venue for physical education, events and competitive activities. It is one of the three core learning spaces on campus that supports a broad range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.

Academic Facilities
Discovery Lab is an on-site space for science, natural world exploration, design and technology, including robotics and coding. Innovative Learning Hub supports inquiry, research, and solution-finding through technology and books, fostering digital and global literacy. The campus design reflects Oman's culture and heritage while providing purpose-built spaces to support student learning and talent development.

Extra Curricular Facilities
RGSG Muscat fosters leadership, teamwork, resilience and life skills through a diverse range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. All students are encouraged to challenge themselves, take appropriate risks, stand up for what they believe, and strive to achieve their aspirations. The school emphasises collaboration and engagement within the school community to enhance learning beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
CCA extends learning beyond the classroom. Marine Biology Club, Robotics, and Model United Nations Journeys (Juniors) deepen academic inquiry and practical application. Participation develops confidence, leadership, and teamwork as students apply classroom knowledge to real‑world contexts.

Arts & Creative
Piano Club, The Art Lab, Theatrical and Expressive Activities, and Sketch Squad provide creative outlets within the CCA programme. Semester 3 features Masters & Makers: Art Lab, mosaic, and Book Craft Studio. These experiences foster collaboration, imagination, and artistic development.

Cultural & Language
Arabic Letters Come Alive is offered as an Arabic language activity. Quran Club provides cultural and religious learning within the programme. These activities support language development and cultural awareness.

Social & Hobbies
Dream Builders, Play-Doh Club, and the Puzzle and Board Games Masters provide social and hobby‑oriented activities. Move and Groove Squad, Colorful Minds, and Game Gurus offer additional creative and physical outlets, while external Parkour adds variety.

Community & Service
Playground Planting Crew and EcoSwap Lab are examples of environmentally focused and community‑minded activities. Kindness Makers Club is also offered. These activities foster social responsibility and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
CCA activities help students develop confidence, leadership, and teamwork. CCA activities are delivered by school‑led programmes and external specialist providers. These experiences prepare students for future leadership and collaborative work.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and fitness are supported through RGS Muscat Sports Academy (Boys) and RGS Muscat Sports Academy (Girls). Move and Groove Squad and Zumba Time provide movement and wellness experiences. Gym Training Program (Girls) complements physical education and wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Arabic is taught as a language and literature subject, along with a third language. The curriculum is an enhanced and modified version of the English National Curriculum with an international character, organized around thematic units that integrate language and literature with other subjects.

Bilingual Teaching
The school has a bilingual program.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The admissions process is a three-way partnership between parent, school, and child. The Admissions Team discusses with families to explain the school's offering and to answer questions. Where possible, RGSGM meets with both parents and the child to discuss fit and inform decision making. The path runs from initial enquiry to the first day of school. 2. A visit is encouraged to get a feel for RGSGM and to meet the School Leadership Team. The visit provides an opportunity to ask questions and to learn more about the school environment. The School Leadership Team is available during visits to share information and answer questions. The visit helps families form a view of the school before applying. 3. Applications are completed online to apply for a place. The Admissions Team reviews the application and reaches out to guide the family through the next steps. The online application is the route to progress in the process. 4. An assessment is arranged to understand the individual learning needs of each pupil. The assessment helps staff determine appropriate placement and support. The assessment informs the next steps in the admissions process. RGSGM welcomes new pupils into the RGSGM family.

Waitlist
We are currently running waitlists across a number of year groups for the academic year 2026/2027.
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