International School of Oman vs Royal Flight School

	I International School of Oman Muscat, Oman	R Royal Flight School Muscat, Oman
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year OMR 2,631 - 4,647	Fees / year OMR 3,800 - 3,950
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 11 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Omani Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum
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Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location ISO is located in Muscat, Oman. The campus moved to a brand-new site in the Bawsher district in September 2021, relocating from an earlier site in Madinat Al Ilam. The school serves families across the Muscat Governorate and is accessible by road within the metropolitan area.	Location Royal Flight School is located in Muscat, Oman. The postal address is Royal Flight School, P.O. Box 301, Muscat 111, Sultanate of Oman. The school moved to its current site in May 2016 and features facilities such as a gym, a 25m swimming pool, and specialist teaching spaces.
Stages	Stages ISO offers a full K–12 program: KG1 and KG2, then Grades 1–6, Grades 7–8, Grades 9–10 (Cambridge IGCSE), and Grades 11–12 (Cambridge International AS/A level and Oman Bilingual GDE).	Stages Classes run from Pre-School to Year 6. There are two classes in each year group, with a maximum of 22 pupils per class.
School type	School type International day school	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Pupils come from over 32 countries. The most represented nationality is not published, and the local-to-international pupil ratio is not publicly published.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support is provided, including AL (additional learning) classes for targeted support. Pastoral care and access to a school psychologist are part of the welfare provisions.	Additional learning support Learning Support is provided by specialist staff as part of the curriculum.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation No single country affiliation is listed. The school funds multiple curricula, including American, British, and Omani programs.	Country affiliation The school is under the Patronage of Royal Court Affairs (RCA) in Oman.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated. Islamic studies are offered as part of the Grade 7–8 curriculum within the Oman-based components.	Religious affiliation No explicit religious affiliation is stated.
School day structure	School day structure School starts at 8:00 AM. KG1–KG2 finish at 1:30 PM; Grades 1–12 finish at 3:05 PM.	School day structure School hours for Pre-School to Year 6 are 7:55 am to 2:00 pm, with breaks at 10:00–10:30 and 12:00–12:30.
Bus service details	Bus service details ISO provides transportation to select zones within the Muscat Governorate.	Bus service details The school does not provide transport.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and one-time charges - New student registration fee: OMR 100.000. - New student consumables fee: OMR 150.000. - New student development fee: OMR 150.000. - Returning student consumables fee: OMR 150.000. - Returning student development fee: OMR 150.000. . Tuition fees — annual and payment instalments by year group - Kindergarten I: Annual OMR 2,587.000 — 1st payment OMR 565.000; 2nd payment OMR 565.000; 3rd payment OMR 728.000; 4th payment OMR 729.000. - Kindergarten II: Annual OMR 2,587.000 — 1st payment OMR 565.000; 2nd payment OMR 565.000; 3rd payment OMR 728.000; 4th payment OMR 729.000. - Grade 1: Annual OMR 3,271.000 — 1st payment OMR 690.000; 2nd payment OMR 690.000; 3rd payment OMR 945.000; 4th payment OMR 946.000. - Grade 2: Annual OMR 3,271.000 — 1st payment OMR 690.000; 2nd payment OMR 690.000; 3rd payment OMR 945.000; 4th payment OMR 946.000. - Grade 3: Annual OMR 3,271.000 — 1st payment OMR 690.000; 2nd payment OMR 690.000; 3rd payment OMR 945.000; 4th payment OMR 946.000. - Grade 4: Annual OMR 3,581.000 — 1st payment OMR 765.000; 2nd payment OMR 765.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,020.000; 4th payment OMR 1,031.000. - Grade 5: Annual OMR 3,581.000 — 1st payment OMR 765.000; 2nd payment OMR 765.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,020.000; 4th payment OMR 1,031.000. - Grade 6: Annual OMR 3,581.000 — 1st payment OMR 765.000; 2nd payment OMR 765.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,020.000; 4th payment OMR 1,031.000. - Grade 7: Annual OMR 4,141.000 — 1st payment OMR 870.000; 2nd payment OMR 870.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,200.000; 4th payment OMR 1,201.000. - Grade 8: Annual OMR 4,141.000 — 1st payment OMR 870.000; 2nd payment OMR 870.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,200.000; 4th payment OMR 1,201.000. - Grade 9: Annual OMR 4,141.000 — 1st payment OMR 870.000; 2nd payment OMR 870.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,200.000; 4th payment OMR 1,201.000. - Grade 10: Annual OMR 4,303.000 — 1st payment OMR 920.000; 2nd payment OMR 920.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,230.000; 4th payment OMR 1,233.000. - Grade 11: Annual OMR 4,564.000 — 1st payment OMR 970.000; 2nd payment OMR 970.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,300.000; 4th payment OMR 1,307.000. - Grade 12: Annual OMR 4,564.000 — 1st payment OMR 970.000; 2nd payment OMR 970.000; 3rd payment OMR 1,300.000; 4th payment OMR 1,307.000. . Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in four instalments. Due dates for the instalments are: 1st instalment due before April 9, 2026; 2nd instalment due before June 4, 2026; 3rd instalment due before August 27, 2026; 4th instalment due before December 3, 2026. - Parents sign a financial contract (guarantee form) and pay the required portion of annual fees at the accounts office as part of the registration process. - Instalment amounts for each grade are listed above; books, uniform and lunch are charged in addition to the tuition instalments. . Boarding fees - No boarding fees are listed; boarding is not included in the published fee schedule. . Other costs and optional charges - Books, uniform and school lunch are additional to the tuition amounts and are charged separately. - Transportation (school bus) is charged in addition and varies by location. - Accelerated Learning Classes (charged per term): Grade 2 OMR 350; Grade 3 to Grade 4 OMR 400; Grade 5 to Grade 6 OMR 500. - Any additional activities, exam fees or optional services are charged separately if applicable; those items are not detailed in the published fee schedule. . Refund information - No refund policy or refund amounts are specified in the published fee schedule. . Fee payment options and contacts - The school requires payment through its accounts office as part of the registration/acceptance process; specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, cheque or card) are not specified in the published fee materials. - School contact for accounts and admissions: Tel +968 22455400; Email officemanager@isooman.com. .	Fee details Application / Assessment fees - Assessment deposit: OMR 100 is charged at the time of the child's assessment. This OMR 100 is deducted from school fees if a place is offered. Policies on whether the assessment fee is refunded or retained in specific circumstances are stated differently on the school's published pages; the assessment charge itself is applied at assessment. Enrolment fee (one-time on acceptance) - Enrolment fee: OMR 750, payable once when a place is accepted. The published fees schedule records this Enrolment fee as non-refundable. Tuition fees (annual and per-payment amounts) — current published academic-year figures - Pre-School: OMR 3,750 per year. When paid in the school's two-payment structure, this is OMR 1,875 per payment. - Reception to Year 6: OMR 3,900 per year. When paid in the school's two-payment structure, this is OMR 1,950 per payment. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing schedule: Tuition is structured around two payments per year, charged in August and January; amounts above show the per-payment split. Tuition Fees must be paid in full on or before the published due date. Instalment plans are offered under the school's published fee terms. - School Extras (annual): OMR 50 paid as a single annual payment. School Extras cover class trips, theatre productions, guest speakers, the School Year Book, School Photograph Pack, Beach Day and similar items. - Responsibility and notice: Parents are responsible for payment of all fees regardless of employer arrangements. One full term's written notice is required before withdrawing a child in order to receive school transfer documents. Boarding / day status - Boarding: Not applicable. Royal Flight School is a day primary school (no boarding provision). Other costs and regular extras - Textbooks: No charge for books is published. - Uniform: School uniform is available from the school and may be ordered through the school's uniform order process; the uniform cost is not published on the fee pages. - After-school / additional services: Some additional services (for example specific external after-school activities or extra testing) may attract separate charges; the school's published notes indicate that any additional support or testing will be agreed with parents in advance. Refund and cancellation rules (published points) - Enrolment fee: The Enrolment fee is recorded as non-refundable. If a pupil leaves before the end of a payment period, no refund of Tuition Fees or School Extras will be given. - Assessment deposit: The school's published pages show the assessment deposit of OMR 100 is charged at assessment and is normally deducted from school fees if a place is offered; the school's published pages contain slightly different wording about whether the assessment charge is retained or refunded in particular circumstances. The assessment charge is applied in the admissions process. Fee payment options - The school's publicly published fees pages set out amounts, payment schedule and how fees are applied but do not include a detailed list of accepted payment methods on those fee pages. For payment-method instructions or to arrange a payment plan, the school's published contact details should be used to confirm accepted methods (for example bank transfer or card) and any processing requirements. Summary of the key fee figures (for quick reference) - Assessment deposit (at assessment): OMR 100. - Enrolment fee (one-time, on acceptance): OMR 750 (non-refundable). - Tuition — Pre-School: OMR 3,750 per year (OMR 1,875 per payment under the two-payment schedule). - Tuition — Reception to Year 6: OMR 3,900 per year (OMR 1,950 per payment under the two-payment schedule). - School Extras: OMR 50 per year (single annual payment). If you require these fee figures formatted or integrated into a database record, use the numeric amounts above; the published school pages cited contain the full wording of the school's terms and conditions for payments, refunds and assessment handling.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school requires all students to wear the official uniform, which can only be purchased at the school shop. Official school sportswear and sports shoes are mandatory during PE classes. Boys in grades 5 and above may wear a dishdasha.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for all pupils; boys wear a polo shirt, navy blue shorts, a navy cardigan or sweatshirt in winter, white socks, and navy blue or black closed-toe shoes with a hat and the Royal Flight School book bag, while girls wear a polo shirt with navy blue skorts, white socks, and navy blue or black closed-toe shoes with a hat and the book bag. The PE kit includes a House T-shirt and navy PE shorts, and swimming kit is required for swimming; all kit items are purchased through the school uniform shop.
Food options	Food options There is a well-equipped cafeteria offering a diverse selection of healthy and nutritious meals. It caters to dietary preferences and cultural tastes. The cafeteria staff emphasizes food safety and hygiene.	Food options There is no on-site cafeteria; meals are not provided. Pupils bring lunch from home and water bottles. There are two daily breaks (10:00–10:30 and 12:00–12:30), with the first ten minutes of break time dedicated to a supervised indoor snack; the school has a no nuts policy and discourages fizzy drinks.
House system	House system —	House system A house system exists, as indicated by the House T-shirt in the PE kit. Specific house names, grouping, and competitions are not described on the site.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The International School of Oman is operated under the management of EDUGATES International since its founding in 2008. Ownership details are not publicly disclosed on the site.	Governance and ownership The school operates under the Patronage of Royal Court Affairs (RCA). It accepts children from the wider community but gives priority to RCA employees and the siblings of current pupils.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The International School of Oman offers a staged curriculum from early years to upper secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9–10 and Cambridge International AS and A Levels for Grades 11–12, alongside the Oman Bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma). The early years feature KG1 with Jolly Phonics for literacy, while KG2 through Grade 6 cover core subjects including Reading, Mathematics, and Science. Grade 7–8 comprises subject blocks including Math, English and Global Perspective, Science and Computing, Arabic, Social Studies & Islamic, and Art & Design. Grades 9–10 adopt the Cambridge IGCSE framework with compulsory subjects English, Mathematics, and Arabic or French; Omani nationals also study Islamic and Arabic Social Studies, with five elective subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Management, Business Studies, Economics, History, ICT, Art & Design, and Physical Education, with examinations held at the end of Grade 10. Grades 11–12 provide Cambridge International AS and A Levels alongside the Oman bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma). The school also offers other programs including sports, learning support, pastoral care and safeguarding.	Curriculum details The Royal Flight School delivers a British Primary curriculum adapted to the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for children aged 3–11, with English, Maths, Science, Computing, Design & Technology, History and Geography taught by the Class Teacher and Art, Drama, Music, French, Arabic and PE/Swimming taught by specialists. Omani pupils follow Arabic and Islamic Studies in line with the Ministry of Education; expatriate pupils study Arabic as a second language. In Early Years (Pre-School and Reception) the curriculum covers Communication, Language & Literacy; Mathematical Development; Creative Development; Knowledge & Understanding of the World; Physical Development; Computing; PE/Swimming; Music; Library; Personal, Social & Emotional Development, with Learning Support and EAL as appropriate. Year 1 includes English, Maths, Science, Computing, Design & Technology, a Topic, Art & Design, Library, Arabic Omani Curriculum (Omani pupils), Drama, Music and PE/Swimming, with Learning Support and EAL as needed. Year 2 adds Geography, History, French, Islamic Studies (Omani pupils), Arabic Omani Curriculum; Years 3–6 cover English, Maths, Science, Computing, Design & Technology, Geography, History, Library, French, Arabic (Omani for Omani pupils; second language for expatriates), Islamic Studies (Omani), Art & Design, Drama, Music and PE/Swimming, with Learning Support and EAL as needed. The curriculum is designed to prepare pupils for subsequent education and does not specify external primary-level qualifications within the 3–11 range.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning 1) Social and emotional learning (SEL): ISO supports SEL through its Student Life structure, notably the Student Society which engages students in activities that promote social and emotional development, leadership, teamwork, and positive attitudes. 2) After-school clubs extend SEL by offering diverse clubs that foster belonging, collaboration, and personal growth. 3) Pastoral care is highlighted as a mechanism to safeguard and support students' social and emotional well-being within a secure, nurturing environment. 4) The overall approach to student welfare emphasizes social and emotional development as part of a well-rounded education. 5) These elements reflect a holistic emphasis on SEL across both curricular and extracurricular activities.	Social & emotional learning Royal Flight School integrates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as part of its curriculum through Personal, Social & Emotional Development (PSHE) in the Early Years and across all year groups. In Early Years, Personal, Social & Emotional Development is listed as a core component of the curriculum. Where appropriate, Learning Support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) are provided to support students' social and emotional development. The school delivers the core curriculum with specialist staff for Art, Drama, Music, Physical Education, French and Arabic, which facilitates collaboration and peer interaction that supports SEL. The Learning Support Team includes a Deputy Head of Pastoral Care and staff such as a Speech & Language Therapist, underpinning SEL with targeted pastoral and language support. The environment is described as cheerful, secure, and inclusive, with discipline that is firm and caring and based on mutual respect and community life.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) 1) ISO provides Learning Support as part of its Other Programs, including remedial instruction, accelerated learning, and differentiation within regular classes to assist learners with gaps or language needs. 2) The Learning Support description notes that support often addresses English proficiency and students who may be behind, indicating language-related learning support. 3) There is no explicit listing of a dedicated SEN department or specialist SEN facility; SEN support appears to be provided through Learning Support within the regular program. 4) Pastoral Care also supports students' social and personal growth, contributing to a holistic approach for learners with additional needs. 5) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding operating a dedicated specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) Royal Flight School provides Learning Support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) where appropriate across the Primary range (from Early Years to Year 6). The Learning Support Team comprises the Deputy Head Pastoral Care and other staff, including Miss James, a Speech & Language Therapist, who supports speech and language needs as part of Learning Support. The curriculum specifies that Learning Support and EAL are provided where appropriate, but there is no explicit reference to a dedicated specialist SEN unit in publicly available materials. The school's SEN provision appears to be delivered through Learning Support and Speech & Language Therapy rather than a separate specialist facility. Public-facing materials describe these provisions without listing additional specific SEN categories.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language 1) EAL is not described as a separate, stand-alone program on ISO's site; English-language needs are addressed within Learning Support, which offers remedial and accelerated learning to support students with language proficiency gaps. 2) The Learning Support description notes differentiation within regular classes to assist learners, including those with language challenges. 3) This suggests that language-related support is integrated within Learning Support rather than a distinct EAL unit. 4) The curriculum and student-welfare emphasis indicate language development as part of the broader well-rounded education. 5) Therefore, ISO's publicly disclosed information indicates language support is accommodated within Learning Support rather than via a separate EAL program.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available where appropriate for pupils across the school, including Early Years through Year 6. EAL and Learning Support are noted as offerings in the curriculum, with delivery by specialist staff where appropriate. The Early Years and Key Stage 1 sections explicitly state that Learning Support and EAL are provided where appropriate. For expatriate pupils, Arabic as a second language is offered from Year 3 to Year 6 as part of the curriculum. EAL provision is therefore integrated alongside other specialist teaching within the school.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing 1) Mental wellbeing is supported through the school's pastoral care framework, which centers on social and personal growth and fostering a nurturing environment. 2) Student Life emphasizes social-emotional development and a sense of belonging, including leadership opportunities and community-building activities. 3) After-school clubs and Student Society involvement provide forums for collaboration, resilience, and emotional regulation in a social context. 4) The school's described approach to welfare and safeguarding reinforces attention to students' mental wellbeing as part of a holistic education. 5) These elements collectively indicate a structured focus on students' mental wellbeing across pastoral care, student life, and extracurricular activities.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through a pastoral care framework and the school's ethos, described as a happy, secure, and inclusive environment. The Deputy Head (Pastoral Care) leads pastoral initiatives, and the Learning Support Team includes staff such as a Speech & Language Therapist who can support social communication and wellbeing. The environment is reinforced as a place where discipline is firm and caring, based on mutual respect and community life. These elements together provide access to pastoral and language support as part of promoting students' mental wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding 1) Safeguarding is explicitly addressed as part of ISO's program offerings, with a formal commitment to creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere and monitoring students at risk. 2) The safeguarding framework includes a systematic approach to support and protect students, and to help them express concerns and stay safe. 3) The curriculum includes tools for students to raise concerns, contributing to ongoing protection and awareness. 4) Pastoral care supports safeguarding by reinforcing healthy relationships and student safety within the school community. 5) A safeguarding-focus is publicly integrated into the school's programs alongside pastoral care and student life.	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection policies. However, publicly available materials show a pastoral care structure led by a Deputy Head of Pastoral Care and a Learning Support Team that includes a Speech & Language Therapist, indicating welfare and safeguarding-related support mechanisms. The School operates under the patronage of Royal Court Affairs with governance that includes representation from the Ministry of Education, which provides context for safeguarding practices. Public materials also describe a friendly, secure environment and a commitment to discipline based on mutual respect and community life.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview ISO relocated to a brand-new campus in Bawsher in September 2021. The campus features modern, well-lit classrooms equipped with interactive smart boards. It houses science and ICT labs, a large library, a 250-seat auditorium, a cafeteria, and a clinic. The facilities include a full sports complex with a gym, outdoor football field, basketball and volleyball courts, and two temperature-controlled swimming pools. The arts and music spaces support creativity and performance.	Facilities overview The Royal Flight School operates on a purpose-built, modern campus that opened in May 2016. The main building houses large, well-equipped classrooms and specialist teaching rooms for Art, Music, Drama, Home Economics, French and Arabic, plus a modern Computer suite. The Pre-school and Reception occupy their own block with indoor and outdoor play areas. There are Infants and Juniors Libraries with a broad range of books. The campus features a large Multi-Purpose Hall for PE, indoor activities, assemblies and productions, plus a 25m covered competition pool with six lanes and a smaller training pool, an outdoor astro-turf pitch, basketball courts, shaded play areas and an adventure playground.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The sports complex includes a full-size gymnasium, an outdoor football field, basketball and volleyball courts, and two temperature-controlled swimming pools.	Sports facilities A large Multi-Purpose Hall is used for PE, indoor games and after-school activities. Adjacent to the MPH is a 25m covered competition swimming pool with six lanes and a smaller training pool, both temperature-controlled. An outdoor astro-turf pitch is available for athletics, football and PE lessons, with nearby basketball courts. Shaded play areas and an adventure playground provide additional outdoor spaces for recreation.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Modern classrooms are spacious and equipped with interactive smart boards. Science and ICT labs provide hands-on opportunities for exploration. The library offers a broad collection and quiet reading spaces. The auditorium hosts presentations and events. The school uses Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9-10 and Cambridge AS/A Level for Grades 11-12, alongside the Oman Bilingual General Education Diploma (GDE). KG1 uses Jolly Phonics.	Academic facilities Infants Library and Juniors Library provide a broad range of books. The main building includes large, well-equipped classrooms and specialist teaching rooms for Art, Music, Drama, Home Economics, French and Arabic. A modern Computer suite provides dedicated computing tuition for all pupils. These specialist spaces support delivery of the British Curriculum with subject-specific teaching.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities ISO offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and clubs. Arts and music spaces support creativity and performance. Participation in extracurricular activities develops teamwork, communication, and a sense of community.	Extra curricular facilities The Multi-Purpose Hall supports after-school activities in addition to PE and indoor games. Outdoor facilities—the astro-turf pitch, basketball courts and adventure playground—support informal sports and recreation. The MPH also serves as a venue for assemblies and productions. There is no cafeteria on site; pupils bring food from home to eat during breaks.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The International School of Oman (ISO) opened in September 2008 under the management of EDUGATES® International. It initially served Kindergarten to Grade 7 and expanded to Grade 12 in the 2013-2014 academic year. The school began at a temporary campus in Madinat Al Ilam and relocated in September 2021 to a new, purpose-built campus in Bawsher. ISO originally offered an American curriculum and shifted in 2013-2014 to the Omani Bilingual General Education Diploma, followed by the Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Level syllabi in 2014-2015. The school celebrated the graduation of its 10th senior cohort.	History Royal Flight School was established in September 1975 under the Patronage of Royal Court Affairs (RCA) to educate the children of Royal Flight employees; it now accepts pupils from the wider community but priority is given to RCA employees and the siblings of current pupils. The school was originally located within the Royal Flight Housing compound and moved to its own building in 1987, with the present site opening in May 2016. It serves children aged 3–11 and follows a British curriculum, with core subjects taught by class teachers and specialists covering Arabic, Art, Drama, French, Music, P.E., and Swimming; Omani students study Arabic and Islamic Studies as required, while expatriate pupils also study Arabic as a second language. The school remains a popular, oversubscribed community and maintains waiting lists for all year groups.
Community	Community ISO's learning community emphasizes a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all students. The school maintains regular parent and student communications through a dedicated portal that shares notices, calendars, and updates. ISO supports co-curricular and cultural activities, including events such as winter concerts and science fairs listed in official communications. These components reflect a commitment to holistic development and community belonging.	Community The school hosts a multinational community with pupils from over 32 countries. It supports a broad program of community events and cultural celebrations, including National Day, Beach Day, Book Day and other activities visible in the school's gallery and calendar. Regular newsletters and Parents' meetings help maintain close links between families and staff. The environment is described as cheerful, energetic and secure, with a small-school atmosphere that supports individual growth.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Public information about a formal PTA at ISO Oman is not published on public pages. Parent communications are organized through the internal ISO Oman portal, which provides notices, calendars, and parent circulars. The portal lists events and milestones such as Winter Concerts and Science Fairs. Public documentation does not specify PTA committees, leadership roles, or scheduled PTA activities. If you want official PTA details, I can help you request them from ISO Oman or check for any publicly released governance documents.	Parent teacher association Parent involvement is organized through the 'Working with Parents' framework rather than a named PTA. The program emphasizes parent participation through regular newsletters and important notices via SMS, and it organizes Parents' meetings in Autumn and Spring terms. A progress report is issued at the end of Autumn Term and a full end-of-year report at the end of the Summer Term. A Parent Portal provides access to school information for parents, and the site offers resources such as Newsletters & Forms. The school also delivers After-School Clubs as part of pupil engagement, including clubs such as Aquathlon.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ISO serves students from KG1 through Grade 12. The Cambridge IGCSE curriculum is offered for Grades 9-10, while Grades 11-12 provide Cambridge International AS and A-levels, alongside the Oman Bilingual General Education Diploma (GDE/Thanawiyah Amma). KG1 uses Jolly Phonics as part of early literacy. In Grades 7-8 Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic are core subjects.	Academic & intellectual The school runs an after-school activity program in Terms 1 and 2 (Autumn and Spring) from 2:15–3:00 pm, Sunday to Wednesday. Activities vary each term and include a mix of sporting and creative options. They are designed to foster initiative, discipline, self-motivation, leadership and teamwork. Examples of activities include Art, Badminton, Chess, Music & Movement, Choir, Netball, Circuit Training, Drawing, Construction Games, Rounders, Cricket, Sewing, Cross Country, Swimming, Dance & Drama, Tennis, Football, and Hama Beads.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative ISO provides arts and music education and has facilities for arts and performances, including an auditorium. The campus includes dedicated arts spaces and a 250-seat auditorium for performances. After-School Clubs include drama and choir, as well as other activities such as chess, taekwondo, coding, and creative writing.	Arts & creative Art and Design, Drama, and Music are taught by specialist staff. The school provides dedicated spaces for Art, Drama and Music. The Music program includes a large choir and planned performances. Visual arts and drama are integrated into the curriculum with opportunities to showcase work.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language ISO follows the Omani Bilingual General Education Diploma curriculum (GDE) since 2013-2014, reflecting bilingual education. In Grades 7-8, Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic are taught as core subjects. The Cambridge program (IGCSE for Grades 9-10 and AS/A-level for Grades 11-12) uses English-language instruction. Placement in English, Math and Arabic is assessed via placement tests during admissions.	Cultural & language Arabic and French are taught by specialist staff. Omani pupils take Arabic and Islamic Studies in line with Ministry of Education requirements, while expatriate pupils study Arabic as a second language. The curriculum is based on the International Primary Curriculum. The school supports language development and cultural awareness through language study and library resources.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The Student Society has student leaders and committees covering areas such as academics, discipline, management, social responsibility, and events. The Student Life Organization runs after-school clubs for grades 1 to 12, including drama, chess, choir, taekwondo, coding, and creative writing. Participation in clubs fosters teamwork, leadership and community involvement.	Social & hobbies The after-school program offers a wide range of clubs and activities, including Art, Badminton, Chess, Music & Movement, Choir, Netball, Circuit Training, Drawing, Construction Games, Rounders, Cricket, Sewing, Cross Country, Swimming, Dance & Drama, Tennis, Football, and Hama Beads. Programs run 2:15–3:00 pm Sunday to Wednesday, with an emphasis on initiative, teamwork and social engagement.
Community & service	Community & service Student Society includes committees focused on social responsibility. Pastoral Care supports students' social and personal growth, and safeguarding policies monitor well-being and provide protection. The school emphasizes community values and safe, inclusive environments.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student leadership is fostered through the Student Society, with committees led by student presidents, vice presidents and prefects. Committees cover academics, discipline, events and social responsibility. The school is led by a Director and Deputy Director, with an administrative team supporting admissions, student life, and other functions.	Leadership & professional The after-school activities are designed to develop leadership, initiative, discipline, self-motivation and teamwork, with staff and pupils working together in a range of activities. The program explicitly aims to foster leadership skills alongside personal development.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school prioritizes welfare and safety with pastoral care and safeguarding. A campus clinic provides health services. The sports complex includes a gym, outdoor field, basketball and volleyball courts, and two temperature-controlled swimming pools. An auditorium hosts performances and events, contributing to students' physical and cultural wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical education and swimming are core components of the curriculum for Preschool through Year 6. The school has a six-lane, 25-meter pool and a smaller training pool, plus a large Multi-Purpose Hall and outdoor facilities for athletics and team sports. After-school offerings include team sports such as netball, football, cricket, tennis and cross country, as well as dance and drama, all supporting physical health and well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Grades 9–10 use the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum with compulsory subjects including English, Mathematics, and Arabic or French; Omani Nationals must also study Islamic and Arabic Social Studies. Grades 11–12 offer Cambridge International AS and A Level or Oman Bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma). All subjects in Grades 11–12 are studied in English, except Arabic, Islamic and Social Studies. In Grades 7–8, Cambridge Lower Secondary English is taught as part of the program, with Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Studies following the MOE curriculum.	Language provision English is the language of instruction for core subjects; Arabic and French are taught by specialist staff. Arabic is the first language for Omani pupils and a second language for expatriate pupils. French is taught to all pupils from Year 2 onward. English as an Additional Language (EAL) and other Learning Support are provided where appropriate to assist non-native English speakers.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Oman Bilingual GDE (Thanawiyah Amma) is offered for Grades 11-12; all subjects are studied in English, with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies included as part of MOE requirements.	Bilingual teaching —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The International School of Oman (ISO) opened in 2008. In September 2021 ISO relocated to a brand-new campus in Bawsher. The address is Bosher, Al Maha Street, Way No. 257, Building No. 1-21.	Admissions 1. Applications are invited for Pre-school to Year 6. The school serves children aged 3 to 11 and uses a British Curriculum; a waiting list is maintained for all year groups. The school is consistently oversubscribed, so families should consider applying early. 2. An invitation to attend an assessment is issued when a place becomes available. The assessment takes different forms depending on the child's age and is not a stressful experience and requires no preparation. The assessment helps determine whether a place can be offered. 3. A deposit of OMR 100.000 is charged at the time of assessment. If the child is offered a place, this sum is deducted from the Enrolment Fee and is non-refundable. If a place is not offered, the deposit is refunded. 4. Enrolment Fee is OMR 750.000. Tuition Fees per annum for Pre-school to Year 6 are OMR 3750.000, and School Extras cost OMR 50.000. Tuition Fees are paid in two equal installments in September and January; instalment plans are not available. 5. Waiting Lists exist for all year groups and there is no charge to join the Waiting List.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist The School maintains waiting lists for all year groups; there is no charge to join the Waiting List. The School is consistently oversubscribed, and places are offered as available following the admissions process.
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