Muscat International School By Amity and TLC International School Muscat are both in Muscat, about 12 km apart. Both schools follow a British curriculum. Published annual fees are OMR 3,680 - 7,500 at Muscat International School By Amity and OMR 1,860 - 3,800 at TLC International School Muscat, which puts Muscat International School By Amity roughly 98% higher. Muscat International School By Amity takes pupils from 3 to 18, and TLC International School Muscat from 1 to 12.
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Muscat International School By Amity
Muscat, Oman
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Muscat, Oman
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Fees / year
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Fees / year OMR 3,680 - 7,500 | Fees / year OMR 1,860 - 3,800 |
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Age range
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Age range 3 - 18 years | Age range 1 - 12 years |
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Type
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Curriculum
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Curriculum British Curriculum | Curriculum British Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 970 | Pupils — |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 22 | Typical class size — |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Bus service
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Location
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Location Muscat International School By Amity is in the Qurum district of Muscat, on Al Shati Street opposite Qurum Natural Park. The campus is in central Muscat with good access to major roads and local neighbourhoods. The area is residential and family-friendly, with parks and amenities nearby. | Location Two TLC campuses operate in the Azaibah (Azaiba) area of Muscat, Oman. The Early Years campus (Nursery and Reception) is at Way 4627, Building 1619, Azaibah, Muscat. The Grades 1-8 campus is at Way 4494, Building 1619, Azaibah, Muscat. Both campuses share Building 1619 and are located within the same site. |
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Stages
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Stages The school is structured into Foundation Stage (FS1 and FS2), Primary (Y1–Y6), and Secondary (Y7–Sixth Form). This mirrors the English-style progression from early years through to sixth form. | Stages The school is organized into two main levels: Early Years (Nursery and Reception) and Grades 1-8. |
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School type
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School type The school is a private, co-educational day school. | School type The school is co-educational. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix MIS describes its student community as diverse with students from multiple nationalities; exact counts, the most common nationality, and the local-to-international ratio are not published. | Pupil nationality mix The school reports 11+ nationalities represented; the most common nationality and the exact local-to-international student ratio are not published. |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support The school describes an inclusive learning environment that recognises diverse learning needs and preferences. Specific SEN provisions are not detailed in publicly available MIS materials. | Additional learning support SEN support is provided by a dedicated Special Needs Therapist, with small class sizes and a focus on personalised attention. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation The school follows the English National Curriculum. | Country affiliation The curriculum follows a British framework, i.e., the British Early Years National Curriculum within an international context. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is indicated. | Religious affiliation There is no explicit religious affiliation stated. |
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School day structure
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School day structure School days run Sunday to Thursday from 7:30am to 4:30pm; Saturdays operate 7:30am to 12:30pm. | School day structure Office opening hours are Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 to 15:00. |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details Transport is provided by an outsourced school transport provider; an extensive fleet of buses is available and parents can register interest with the Admissions Team. | Bus service details TLC operates its own school transport, with vehicles that carry up to 13 children per trip and include safety features such as IVMS, sensors, and supervisor staff. It covers most of the Muscat area and offers options for home-to-school, school-to-home, or both. Local routes (Azaibah) cost 540 OMR/year for 1-way and 600 OMR/year for 2-way; other routes cost 660 OMR/year for 1-way and 900 OMR/year for 2-way. |
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Fee details
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Fee details Registration / Application Fees - A one-time non-refundable registration fee of OMR 300 is charged for all new admissions to secure a child's place. - A non-refundable re-enrolment deposit of OMR 450 is requested during the third term for returning students; this deposit is adjusted against the following year's fees. Tuition fees — Annual and per-term (Academic Year 2025–2026) - FS1: Annual OMR 3,680 — Per term OMR 1,226.67 (annual ÷ 3). - FS2: Annual OMR 4,200 — Per term OMR 1,400.00 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 1: Annual OMR 4,750 — Per term OMR 1,583.33 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 2: Annual OMR 4,750 — Per term OMR 1,583.33 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 3: Annual OMR 4,750 — Per term OMR 1,583.33 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 4: Annual OMR 4,750 — Per term OMR 1,583.33 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 5: Annual OMR 4,750 — Per term OMR 1,583.33 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 6: Annual OMR 5,250 — Per term OMR 1,750.00 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 7: Annual OMR 5,250 — Per term OMR 1,750.00 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 8: Annual OMR 5,250 — Per term OMR 1,750.00 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 9: Annual OMR 6,300 — Per term OMR 2,100.00 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 10: Annual OMR 6,300 — Per term OMR 2,100.00 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 11: Annual OMR 6,300 — Per term OMR 2,100.00 (annual ÷ 3). - Year 12: Annual OMR 7,500 — Per term OMR 2,500.00 (annual ÷ 3). (Note: the school offers the option to pay the full year in one payment or to pay term-wise; the per-term figures above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three based on the school academic calendar.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are due on or before 10 working days before the start of each term. An invoice is issued upon confirmation of admission and parents must ensure fees are paid before the student joins classes. - Parents may pay the full year in one payment or opt to pay term-wise. Fees for a student enrolling mid-term are charged on a pro-rata basis from the student's start date. - Withdrawals must be submitted in writing to the Admissions Officer and a 30-day notification period is required. Refund information - Refund processing requires a minimum of 30 working days from receipt of a complete signed withdrawal form with supporting documents. - Where a student has attended during the term the school retains a portion of tuition as follows: if attendance was 1–3 weeks, the school retains the value of one full month; if attendance was more than 3 weeks up to 6 weeks, the school retains the value of two full months; if attendance was more than 6 weeks during the term, the school retains the value of the full term. Boarding - Boarding is not provided. The school operates as a day school and offers an outsourced bus service for pupils; any bus service is charged separately. Other costs and fees - Uniforms, transport, ministry textbooks, external examinations, digital tools, school trips and excursions, after-school programmes, meal plans and extracurricular activities carry additional charges. - Uniform items and prices are published; example items and prices include: polo T-shirt OMR 10.50–11.00, trousers/skorts OMR 10.50–13.65, shirts OMR 10.50–12.55, blazer OMR 39.50, PE kit items OMR 9.45–16.00, swim items OMR 4.70–16.00. Uniforms are available for purchase on campus in August or via the school supplier online. - Transport is provided through an outsourced provider; fees and routes are administered separately by the Admissions/Transport team. No fixed transport rates are published on the fees page. Payment methods and bank details - Accepted payment methods: Cash, cheque, bank transfer and credit/debit card. Cheques should be made payable to Muscat Education Services LLC. Payments can also be made in person at the school cashier. - Bank transfer details (payments should be made in OMR): Account Name: Muscat Education Services LLC; Account No: 0102-052629-001; IBAN: OM670370000102052629001; SWIFT: AUBO OM RU ALH; Branch: Wattaya Branch; Bank: Ahli Islamic. Parents should include the student's registration number or name with all transfers. Consequences of non-payment - Non-payment may lead to withholding of report cards and transfer certificates, suspension from school or suspension of access to digital resources until outstanding dues are settled. Families will receive notification emails before suspension procedures are applied. If any figures above require reference to the original published material, the numeric values and procedures above are taken from the school's current published fee schedule, fee policy, uniform price list and academic calendar for the 2025–2026 academic year. | Fee details Registration / Application fees - A registration fee is payable to secure a place. The registration (Payment 1) amounts by programme/age are: Pre‑School (Nursery 1–2): OMR 200; Early Years Nursery 3: OMR 360; Reception through Grade 6: OMR 360; Grade 7: OMR 400. Tuition fees (broken down by payment instalment and annual total) - Nursery 1–2 (UK Preschool curriculum, ages 1–3): - 5 days/week: Registration OMR 200; Semester 1 OMR 830; Semester 2 OMR 830; Total per year OMR 1,860. - 4 days/week: Registration OMR 200; Semester 1 OMR 644; Semester 2 OMR 644; Total per year OMR 1,488. - 3 days/week: Registration OMR 200; Semester 1 OMR 458; Semester 2 OMR 458; Total per year OMR 1,116. - 2 days/week: Registration OMR 200; Semester 1 OMR 272; Semester 2 OMR 272; Total per year OMR 744. - 1 day/week: Registration OMR 200; Semester 1 OMR 86; Semester 2 OMR 86; Total per year OMR 372. - Early Years / Nursery 3 (UK EYFS, age 3–4): - 5 days/week: Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 908; Semester 2 OMR 908; Total per year OMR 2,176. - 4 days/week: Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 690.40; Semester 2 OMR 690.40; Total per year OMR 1,740.80. - 3 days/week: Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 472.80; Semester 2 OMR 472.80; Total per year OMR 1,305.60. - 2 days/week: Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 255.20; Semester 2 OMR 255.20; Total per year OMR 870.40. - 1 day/week: Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 37.60; Semester 2 OMR 37.60; Total per year OMR 435.20. - Reception and Grades 1–7 (UK Curriculum, ages 4–12): - Reception (age 4–5): Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 1,170; Semester 2 OMR 1,170; Total per year OMR 2,700. - Grade 1 (age 5–6): Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 1,320; Semester 2 OMR 1,320; Total per year OMR 3,000. - Grade 2 (age 6–7): Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 1,320; Semester 2 OMR 1,320; Total per year OMR 3,000. - Grade 3 (age 7–8): Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 1,395; Semester 2 OMR 1,395; Total per year OMR 3,150. - Grade 4 (age 8–9): Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 1,395; Semester 2 OMR 1,395; Total per year OMR 3,150. - Grade 5 (age 9–10): Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 1,395; Semester 2 OMR 1,395; Total per year OMR 3,150. - Grade 6 (age 10–11): Registration OMR 360; Semester 1 OMR 1,395; Semester 2 OMR 1,395; Total per year OMR 3,150. - Grade 7 (age 11–12): Registration OMR 400; Semester 1 OMR 1,500; Semester 2 OMR 1,500; Total per year OMR 3,400. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school offers the following payment arrangements: payment in full before the start of the school year (entitles the payer to a discount), or payment by semester, quarterly or monthly instalments. The school states that fees paid in full before the start of the school year receive a 5% discount. - Tuition instalment amounts above are presented as semester amounts; transport fees are invoiced per half‑year and are payable at the start of each semester. Sibling and referral discounts - Sibling discount: OMR 150 per year for the 2nd, 3rd and 4th siblings. - Parent referral discount: OMR 150 on school fees for one student where parents refer a new student. Transport fees - Transport fees are charged per half‑year (payable at the start of each semester): Local (Azaibah) two‑way OMR 300 per half‑year (one‑way OMR 270 per half‑year); Other routes two‑way OMR 450 per half‑year (one‑way OMR 350 per half‑year). Daycare and after‑school care - Daycare packages (per semester): 1 hour/day OMR 180; 2 hours/day OMR 360; 2.5 hours/day OMR 450. Package rate for standard daycare is OMR 2 per hour; ad‑hoc daycare is charged at OMR 3 per hour. Boarding - There is no boarding programme listed; TLC operates as a day school and offers school transport. Other costs and compulsory items - Uniforms: A formal TLC uniform is compulsory for Nursery Three to Grade 8 and is purchased from the school's Trutex‑operated uniform store. Specific garment costs are not published in the fee schedule; parents are directed to the school uniform store on admission. - Incidental items commonly charged at admission (examples shown or implied by the school materials): registration fee (one‑off), transport charges (if used), daycare packages (if used). No separate published line items for textbooks/equipment or exam fees appear in the fee schedule document provided. Refund information - No explicit refund or detailed cancellation policy for tuition/registration is published in the school fee structure and admissions materials reviewed. The admissions information states that payment of a registration fee secures a place, but a detailed published schedule of refunds, cancellation timeframes or conditions is not included in the documents consulted. Fee payment options and banking details - Accepted payment methods: cash, cheque or bank transfer. Bank account details are provided for fee payments (Teaching & Learning Communities LLC; Sohar International Bank SAOG; account number shown in the school's admissions information). Tuition is noted as payable at the beginning of each term; transport fees are payable at the start of each semester. Summary of items not published or not available in the publicly available fee materials - No separate published boarding fees (school is a day school). - No itemised uniform prices in the published materials; uniforms are purchased from the Trutex store. - No detailed, published refund/cancellation schedule or terms were found in the school's fee document or admissions page. The available materials confirm a registration fee secures a place but do not publish refundable/non‑refundable conditions for that fee or for tuition. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for all year groups. They are sold on the school premises before the start of the Academic Year, with prices listed in the uniform guidelines. | Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory for Nursery Three to Grade 8. Uniforms are purchased from a Trutex-operated store; girls wear white collared blouses with navy shorts/trousers/skirt and boys wear white collared shirts with navy shorts or trousers. The PE kit includes House Team shirts with black shorts. |
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Food options
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Food options The campus includes a cafeteria on site; no published details are provided about specific menus, hot meals, dietary options, or snack facilities. | Food options There is a teaching kitchen at the Early Years campus used for cooking activities. The site does not describe a dedicated canteen or on-site hot meals, nor specific dietary options or snack facilities. |
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House system
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House system — | House system The school operates a house system. Pupils participate in House Teams and wear House Team shirts for PE. |
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership Muscat International School By Amity is governed by Muscat Education Services LLC and is part of the Amity Education Group, a global network of international schools. | Governance and ownership — |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Muscat International School By Amity follows the National Curriculum for England, enhanced for the Omani context and supported by the Cambridge programme of study. Foundation Stage (FS1 and FS2) uses the Early Years Foundation Stage framework with play-based, child-centred learning across seven areas, plus specialist Arabic, Physical Education and swimming, and See, Say, Write phonics. In Primary (Y1–Y6), Key Stage 1 emphasizes literacy and numeracy with See, Say, Write, and includes Computing, Music, PE, Arabic A/B, Islamic Studies for Muslim students and Arabic Social Studies. Key Stage 2 adds subject-specialist teaching, introduces French in Years 5–6, and includes an enhanced PSHE programme with continuous assessment and external tests such as CAT4, NGRT, PASS and GL Assessments. Secondary offers Key Stage 3 aligned to Cambridge International specifications, Cambridge iGCSE in Years 9–10, and Cambridge A Levels in Years 11–12, with Omani GED as an alternative pathway and IPQ available as an additional qualification. A dedicated university guidance service supports progression to higher education at leading universities worldwide. | Curriculum details TLC Oman International School follows a British-based curriculum aligned with the British Early Years National Curriculum in an international context. The school offers programmes from Pre-School and Nursery through Primary to Lower Secondary (Grades 7-8) on a Grade 1-8 campus. In Lower Secondary (Grades 7-8), core subjects include English and Literacy, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, ICT and Digital Skills, Art and Design, Physical Education, Career and Leadership Skills, with Personalized Support and Real-World Connections. In Early Years (Pre-School and Nursery), learning is play-based with key areas such as Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Literacy and Numeracy, Arabic, Exploration and Physical Development. The school emphasises small class sizes and personalised attention, complemented by a broad extracurricular programme and on-site facilities such as a library, science and technology lab, and outdoor PE spaces. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio — | Student teacher ratio Small class sizes enable personalised attention. |
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Exam results
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Exam results — | Exam results Academic results are described as outstanding. The school highlights community engagement and extracurricular excellence as components of overall achievement. It emphasizes a holistic approach that combines academics with sports, arts, and service. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression A dedicated university guidance service supports progression to higher education at leading universities worldwide. | Higher education progression Lower Secondary aims to prepare students for higher education and beyond. |
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Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented — | Gifted and talented The curriculum pages describe 'Personalized Support' and related guidance rather than a separately named Gifted and Talented program. |
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning SEL is supported through pastoral care at the heart of Muscat International School By Amity, with a safe, happy environment and an extensive extra-curricular programme designed to build resilience, and staff are described as pastoral guides. | Social & emotional learning TLC Oman International School positions safety, nurturing, and emotional growth as core elements of its holistic education. The mission states the school aims to develop students socially, emotionally, and physically, with emotional growth explicitly highlighted as a key focus. It emphasises strong relationships between staff and pupils and encourages open communication with parents to support pupils' social and personal development. Small class sizes enable personalized attention that supports social and emotional development. Extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and arts, promote physical health, emotional well-being, and social growth within the broader learning approach. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) The school describes inclusive learning and an entitlement to a learning experience that respects diversity and removes barriers, but it does not publicly disclose specific SEN provisions or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. | Special educational needs (SEN) Ms Fatma Bashir is listed as Special Needs Therapist on the TLC Oman staff page, indicating that on-site SEN support is available. A Safeguarding Policy page is linked in the site navigation, reflecting formal safeguarding arrangements. Public materials do not describe TLC Oman as a specialist SEN institution nor detail a dedicated SEN department or individual education plan processes. The school's mission emphasises holistic education and emotional growth, which underpins inclusive practices for learners with diverse needs. The combination of an on-site Special Needs Therapist and safeguarding policy suggests mainstream SEN support within the general program. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision. | English as an additional language English is the language of instruction, with public materials describing English medium teaching programmes. TLC's Summer Camp notes that it inducts young learners into English medium teaching programmes, reflecting the language of instruction used in the school. Public materials do not describe a dedicated EAL department, EAL staff, or formal EAL support programmes. The emphasis on English medium learning aligns with TLC's international school positioning. No separate EAL provisions are publicly disclosed beyond these English language instruction details. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through pastoral care and a safe environment; the Principal states pastoral care is at the heart of the school and that extra-curricular activities help to develop resilience. | Mental wellbeing The school's mission includes emotional growth within a safe, nurturing environment, supporting students' mental wellbeing. The Health and Safety Policy states a commitment to wellbeing and includes on-site health provisions to address health issues. Student Life highlights extracurricular activities that promote physical health, emotional well-being, and social growth. There is a zero-tolerance policy for bullying and a safeguarding approach aimed at protecting students' wellbeing. Counseling and support services for affected students are described in the safety-related materials. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding Safeguarding is addressed in the context of pastoral care and a safe environment, but MIS materials do not publish explicit safeguarding policies on the site. | Safeguarding TLC Oman has a safeguarding policy page listed in its site navigation, demonstrating formal safeguarding arrangements. The mission emphasizes a safe and secure environment and the importance of respectful, supportive relationships between staff and pupils. The Health and Safety Policy describes incident reporting, investigation, and staff training as part of safeguarding. A Special Needs Therapist is listed among staff, indicating targeted support for students with additional needs. The existence of safeguarding policies and personnel alongside the school's stated commitments underscores a structured approach to protecting pupils. |
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview Muscat International School By Amity operates on a brand-new campus on a 30,000 sqm plot with state-of-the-art facilities across Foundation Stage, Primary and Secondary. The facilities are designed to support a broad curriculum in academics, arts and sports and to inspire learning inside and outside the classroom. Premium features include technology-enabled classrooms, a 250-seat Grand Auditorium, temperature-controlled pools, an 11-a-side football field, a circuit running track, an indoor multi-sport hall, outdoor courts, art and music studios, science and ICT laboratories, a Black Box Theatre, a cafeteria, and primary and secondary libraries. The environment fosters inquisitiveness, creativity, and innovation. | Facilities overview The school campuses provide safe, conducive learning environments. Classrooms are bright and designed for interactive, experiential learning. A library and resource centre is student-centred, comfortable and inviting, with quiet spaces for reading. The science and technology lab is new and bold, enabling exploration of tomorrow's world. Sports and PE facilities include an outdoor sports area and high-quality swimming instruction, and safe, shaded playgrounds support outdoor play and social development. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities Sport facilities include a football field (11-a-side), a 350m running track, an indoor multisport hall, and swimming pools. | Sports facilities Outdoor sports facilities provide space for a range of activities. Swimming instruction is outsourced and of high quality. Physical activity is regarded as vital for children's overall development. A variety of sports and games promote physical fitness, teamwork, resilience, and healthy competition. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities Academic facilities include spacious, technology-enabled classrooms, science and ICT laboratories, and libraries for primary and secondary. Additional spaces include art and music studios, a Black Box Theatre, and a makers room for design thinking and project-based learning. | Academic facilities Bright classrooms celebrate and inspire learning and are designed for interactive and experiential learning. The library and resource centre is student-centred, comfortable, inviting, with comfy reading nooks. The science and technology lab is new and bold, enabling students to explore tomorrow's world. The campuses provide safe, conducive learning environments across pre-school, early years, primary, and lower secondary. The British Early Years National Curriculum is followed in an international context. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities The school offers a broad extra-curricular programme with clubs, societies, publications, and intra- and inter-school competitions. A vibrant performing arts programme and extensive sports participation are part of the offering, enabling creative and athletic enrichment beyond classwork. | Extra curricular facilities Sports and physical activities are offered as extra-curriculars. Music and arts are provided. An arts programme and enrichment programmes are available. These activities support physical health, emotional well-being, and social growth. |
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History
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History Muscat International School By Amity was established in 1989. It became part of the Amity Education Group through a merger that integrated MIS into a global network of Amity schools. The current brand-new campus in Qurum hosts state-of-the-art facilities to support a contemporary international education. The school follows the National Curriculum of England, adapted to meet the needs of its international student community in Muscat. As part of Amity, MIS benefits from the group's global reach and access to Amity's worldwide network of campuses and programs. | History TLC Oman International School was founded in 2008. It began as a Nursery and Early Years provider under the British Early Years National Curriculum in an international context, and has since expanded to include primary grades. The school now operates two campuses in Azaiba: an Early Years campus (Nursery and Reception) at Way 4627, and a Grade 1-8 campus at Way 4494. The school emphasizes small class sizes and personalized attention within a diverse, international community. The curriculum is British, including the UK Early Years Foundation Stage. |
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Community
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Community Muscat International School By Amity hosts a diverse international community with 54 nationalities represented. The brand-new 30,000 square metre campus in Qurum offers facilities such as a 250-seat grand auditorium, science and ICT labs, an art studio, a music studio and other specialist spaces. The co-curricular program emphasizes sport and performing arts, with opportunities to participate during and after school. Alumni progress to universities worldwide, reflecting the school's focus on global opportunities. | Community The TLC community is international, with 11+ nationalities represented among students and staff. Community engagement and extracurricular opportunities are central to the school's identity. The environment is described as a Home Away From Home with small class sizes that support personalized attention. Student life pages indicate Extra Mural Activities and a Summer Camp, signaling a broad program beyond the core curriculum. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association Parent engagement is coordinated through the school's Parent Relations Executive (PRE), who serves as a primary contact for families. The PRE handles communications, event coordination, and responses to parent inquiries. Public events for families include school tours and open days, organized in collaboration with the Admissions team. The school's performing arts and sport programs provide occasions for parent involvement in arts events and competitions. An academic calendar published by MIS outlines term dates and holidays to help families plan participation in events. | Parent teacher association The school identifies a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) as part of TLC's achievements and community engagement. The PTA is linked with broader community initiatives, illustrating partnerships between families and the school to support local causes. Examples of PTA-related community work include support for the Blind Association and Hospice for Children with Cancer. The PTA is presented as a means to enhance extracurricular life and family participation in school events. Public materials describe the PTA as a component of TLC's community engagement, though detailed lists of officers or events are not published on accessible pages. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual Muscat International School by Amity follows the National Curriculum of England. It offers Foundation Stage (FS1 & FS2), Primary (Y1–Y6) and Secondary (Y7–Sixth Form). The curriculum balances subject knowledge with critical thinking and problem solving, and emphasizes independence and responsibility. The school provides university counselling and supports graduates to progress to higher education worldwide, with alumni placements in universities across the Middle East, the UK, Canada, the USA and Europe. | Academic & intellectual The school follows the British Early Years National Curriculum in an international context. Small class sizes allow individualized attention and a personalised learning experience. The program aims for outstanding academic results and develops knowledge, skills, and values for a global context. A strong focus on character development supports holistic learning across grades 1–8. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Muscat International School by Amity offers a comprehensive performing arts programme, including music, drama and dance. Facilities include an auditorium, black box theatre, a dance studio and a well‑equipped music department with practice rooms and rehearsal spaces, supporting students to develop creativity, self‑expression and collaboration. | Arts & creative Arts education is integrated with academic life, and a dedicated Music Teacher leads music education. Extracurricular excellence in the arts is emphasized as part of student development. Students have opportunities to engage in creative learning through performance and artistic activities alongside core academics. |
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies Co-curricular activities form a core part of the MIS by Amity experience, with a structured programme across Foundation Stage to Secondary. Activities run during the day and after school and cover sport and enrichment programmes, enabling students to explore talents and develop new interests. The programme is designed to identify talents and passions and nurture them over time. | Social & hobbies Sports and physical education are integral to the program, with outdoor play areas and swimming instruction. Facilities include an outdoor sports area and a library to support collaborative learning and recreation. The school promotes teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyles through a range of sports and games. |
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Community & service
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Community & service — | Community & service The school maintains an active Parent-Teacher Association and engages in community initiatives, including support for the Blind Association and Hospice for Children with Cancer. Community service is integrated into school life, reflecting social responsibility. This emphasis on community engagement is a core aspect of TLC's culture. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional — | Leadership & professional Character development is a core focus of the program, with leadership and professional skills encouraged as students progress. Sally Vale serves as Academic Director, underscoring leadership in academic planning and school direction. The school promotes opportunities for leadership experiences within its learning environment. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral care sits at the heart of MIS by Amity. The school provides a safe, happy environment where students are supported by caring staff, and independence, questioning and life‑long learning are encouraged. An extensive extra‑curricular programme supports well‑being through sport and the creative arts. | Lifestyle & wellbeing The campuses are described as safe, nurturing environments with outdoor spaces that support wellbeing. Wellbeing is supported through physical activity, sports facilities, and swimming instruction. The setting emphasizes a balanced approach to health, safety, and personal growth. |
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Language provision
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Language provision The school follows the National Curriculum for England, enhanced to reflect the Omani context and supported by the Cambridge programme of study. Arabic is taught as a subject (Arabic A and B) and Arabic Social Studies; Islamic Studies is provided for Muslim students. French is introduced as a Modern Foreign Language in Years 5 and 6. In the Foundation Stage, specialist lessons in Arabic support early language development. | Language provision Following the British Early Years National Curriculum in an international context. Arabic language instruction is provided, with Arabic teachers on staff. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. Step 1: Submit an Online Inquiry Form and follow the steps to complete the online application. 2. Step 2: The Admissions team will contact you to schedule a play-based observation or an assessment for your child. 3. Step 3: The Admissions team confirms the outcome of your application, usually within 48 hours. Moving between schools is supported; new students are onboarded throughout the academic year. Admissions documents required: birth certificate, immunisation record, passport photo, passport copy, current school/nursery progress report, primary guardian passport copy, and a passport photo of the parent or authorised pickup. After an offer is accepted, enrollment information is provided to the parents. Operational hours: Sunday to Thursday 7:30am–4:30pm; Saturday 7:30am–12:30pm. | Admissions 1. Inquiry and Initial Contact: Reach out to the admissions team with questions about the school, programs, and admission requirements. The school welcomes children of all nationalities and backgrounds, and the admissions process is designed to be straightforward and transparent to guide families through enrollment. The school provides clear information on age groups: Pre-School (18 months to 3 years), Nursery (3 to 4 years), Reception (4 to 5 years), Primary Grades 1 to 6 (5 to 11 years), and Lower Secondary Grades 7 & 8 (11–13 years). 2. Submit the Application: Complete the Registration Form and submit it with the required documents, including passports/visa pages for both child and parents, immunization records, birth certificate, transfer certificate, school reports and samples of work (stamped and signed by the Principal/Head Teacher), and any other assessments or reports. 3. Assessment: TLC will inform you whether a place is available, and payment of a Registration Fee secures the place. If a place is not available at the time of application, the child may be placed on a waiting list and TLC will contact you when a place becomes available. 4. Finalize Enrolment: After registration is complete, TLC will provide a Student Handbook with school policies. Tuition fees are payable by the beginning of each term. |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist — | Waitlist If no place is available, the child can be placed on a waiting list. TLC will contact families as soon as a place becomes available. A Registration Fee is required to secure the place when offered. |
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