Royal Flight School vs The Sultan's School

	R Royal Flight School Muscat, Oman	T The Sultan's School Muscat, Oman
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year OMR 3,800 - 3,950	Fees / year OMR 2,666 - 5,692
Age range	Age range 3 - 11 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Arabic Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Arabic
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	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.	Location The Sultan's School is located in Seeb, a coastal suburb of Muscat, Oman. The campus sits in a residential Seeb area with easy access to main roads from central Muscat. Nearby landmarks include Al-Seeb Stadium and local religious facilities, giving the area a family-friendly, community-oriented setting. The school uses P.O. Box 665, Seeb 121 as part of its contact details.
Stages	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.	Stages The Sultan's School serves students from early years through Year 13, offering education from KG up to pre-university. The upper levels include the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the school has history of Cambridge IGCSE as part of its curriculum mix. Instruction is bilingual, with Arabic-language instruction for Islamic Education and Social Studies alongside English-language instruction for Mathematics and the Sciences.
School type	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school with boarding facilities available for some students. Multiple directories list The Sultan's School as offering day and boarding, and the school has an on-site boarding component for eligible students. The campus also includes on-site staff housing.
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.	Pupil nationality mix The student body is predominantly Omani nationals, with international students forming a secondary group. The majority of remaining students are Arab nationals, making the overall mix skew toward local and regional backgrounds.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support is provided by specialist staff as part of the curriculum.	Additional learning support The Sultan's School provides additional learning support through a dedicated SEN department, including English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, with roles focused on inclusion and accessibility across primary and secondary. Recruitment adverts and job postings indicate formal SEN provision and coordinated learning-support leadership within the school.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is under the Patronage of Royal Court Affairs (RCA) in Oman.	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is noted; the school operates as an Oman-based private institution. It is located in Seeb, Muscat, Oman.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No explicit religious affiliation is stated.	Religious affiliation There is no formal religious affiliation; Islamic Education is part of the Arabic curriculum as a component of the bilingual program, rather than an institutional religious designation.
School day structure	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.	School day structure The Sultan's School follows the Oman practice of a Saturday-to-Wednesday school week. School days typically run from around 7:50–8:00 am for younger students to about 2:45–3:45 pm for older students, with shorter hours for Kindergarten.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school does not provide transport.	Bus service details The school provides a bus service as part of its transport facilities, described as a safe and secure transport option for families. Details and routes are arranged through the school as part of admissions.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details Registration and one‑time application fees - Registration fee for new students: OMR 300 (non‑refundable). - Advance fee payable on acceptance for new students: OMR 500. - Materials deposit / resources deposit: OMR 200 payable once and replenished as required. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per scheduled installment) - Kindergarten 1 (KG1): Annual tuition OMR 2,666 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 1,333 each. - Kindergarten 2 (KG2): Annual tuition OMR 2,986 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 1,493 each. - Kindergarten 3 / Year 1 equivalence (KG3 / G1): Annual tuition OMR 3,900 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 1,950 each. - Grade 1: Annual tuition OMR 3,900 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 1,950 each. - Grade 2: Annual tuition OMR 4,050 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,025 each. - Grade 3: Annual tuition OMR 4,050 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,025 each. - Grade 4: Annual tuition OMR 4,200 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,100 each. - Grade 5: Annual tuition OMR 4,200 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,100 each. - Grade 6: Annual tuition OMR 4,232 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,116 each. - Grade 7: Annual tuition OMR 4,666 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,333 each. - Grade 8: Annual tuition OMR 4,666 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,333 each. - Grade 9: Annual tuition OMR 5,106 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,553 each. - Grade 10: Annual tuition OMR 5,106 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,553 each. - Grade 11: Annual tuition OMR 5,692 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,846 each. - Grade 12 / Year 13: Annual tuition OMR 5,692 — two scheduled instalments of OMR 2,846 each. Billing schedule and payment terms - The published billing schedule is two instalments: 50% of the annual tuition is due on the first day of term one and the remaining 50% is due on the first day of term two. Instalment amounts above reflect this schedule. - Re‑registration (returning students) fee: OMR 500 payable by students returning for the next academic year. - Late payment surcharge: OMR 20 per child applies where fees remain unpaid one calendar month after the due date; further monthly surcharges may be applied for continued non‑payment. - Sibling discount: Reduction of OMR 100 is applied to younger siblings in Years 1–13. Boarding fees (where applicable) - The school is listed primarily as a day school in public profiles; no published full‑boarding annual fees are provided in the available fee schedules. No explicit full‑boarding fee schedule is published alongside the day‑school tuition figures. Other compulsory and common additional costs - Lunch fee: OMR 300 payable annually for students (published as an annual charge). - Exam fees: Separate examination charges apply for external assessments (IGCSE/IB) and are charged in the appropriate term(s); an example published amount for certain exam years is OMR 500. - Materials / resources: Annual or one‑off materials charges are published (materials deposit OMR 200 plus any replenishment or resources charges). - Uniforms, transport (school bus) and optional activities or trips are charged separately and are not included in the annual tuition figures above. These items are billed in addition to tuition. Refunds and withdrawal terms - The initial registration fee (OMR 300) is non‑refundable. Re‑registration and other one‑off fees are levied as published. Published fee summaries indicate late‑payment penalties and expect a formal withdrawal notice; specific refund entitlements for paid tuition are not detailed in the publicly available fee summaries. Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods indicated in published school summaries include bank transfer, cheque, card and cash where the school accepts them; instalment payments are accepted according to the published instalment schedule. Specific bank account details or card processing instructions are provided through the school's finance office at the time of invoicing. Note: The amounts above are published fee items and instalment calculations based on the published two‑instalment billing schedule; instalment amounts are shown as a simple 50/50 split of the published annual tuition amounts.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	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.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	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.	Food options —
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.	House system —
Governance and ownership	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.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details The Sultan's School offers a bilingual curriculum in which Arabic Language, Islamic Education and Social Studies are taught in Arabic, while English Language, Mathematics and the Sciences are taught in English, with a broad range of foundation subjects available in both languages. The curriculum blends three frameworks: the Cambridge International Curriculum from Primary through IGCSE, the Oman Ministry of Education's Basic Education Program, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for the final two years. The school serves students from Kindergarten through Year 13. Cambridge IGCSE examinations are administered at the end of the Cambridge pathway (approximately Year 11), followed by the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. In the IB Diploma Programme, subjects include English A Language and Literature and Arabic A Language and Literature, among other standard IB groups, with English as the primary language of instruction.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	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.	Social & emotional learning The Sultan's School has a pastoral leadership structure including a Deputy Head of Saf safeguarding & Pastoral and a Head of Learning Support, indicating a formal approach to student social and emotional wellbeing.
Special educational needs (SEN)	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.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school operates a dedicated SEN Department with a Head of Learning Support; the presence of a Secondary Additional Support Coordinator role signals ongoing SEN provision.
English as an additional language	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.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision exists, as shown by job postings for an EAL teacher at The Sultan's School.
Mental wellbeing	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.	Mental wellbeing The school does not publicly disclose information regarding formal mental wellbeing programmes.
Safeguarding	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.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and pastoral care are overseen by a Deputy Head of Safeguarding & Pastoral, and the school was re-accredited by the Council of International Schools on 18 December 2024.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	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.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	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.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	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.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	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.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	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.	History The Sultan's School was established in 1977 in Seeb, Oman, under the sponsorship of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said. It opened as a bilingual school, with Arabic Language, Islamic Education and Social Studies taught in Arabic and English Language, Mathematics and the Sciences taught in English. Over time, the curriculum expanded to include a full range of foundation subjects in both languages to align with national and international standards. In 2004 the school was authorized as an IB World School to offer the Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. The school operates as a private, co-educational institution led by a principal; the current principal is Nigel Fossey and the chairman is Major General Dr. Sulaiman Al Harthy.
Community	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.	Community The Sultan's School maintains an active, participatory school community that includes staff, students and parents in school life. In March 2018, the school celebrated its 40th anniversary with performances in English and Arabic and a history presentation, with attendance by staff, students and parents. The school engages with broader educational initiatives, including hosting the Oman Inclusion Conference at the school in 2025, reflecting collaboration among educators, parents and professionals. The IB Diploma Programme and related programs contribute to a globally oriented community.
Parent teacher association	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.	Parent teacher association The Sultan's School has a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that coordinates parent participation in school activities. PTA events include fundraising and community activities; a bake sale organized by The Sultan's School PTA raised funds for Ihsan Association, with participation from students, parents and staff. The school's founding ethos emphasizes partnership with parents; EdArabia's profile notes a commitment to working with parents in partnership. In Oman, school PTAs typically include parent and teacher representatives and operate via committees. In 2025 The Sultan's School hosted the Oman Inclusion Conference, illustrating school-level engagement with parents and professionals in inclusive education. PTA activity and parent participation in events like anniversaries and community drives reflect the school's culture of community involvement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	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.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	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.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	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.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	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.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	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.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & 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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	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.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
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.	Waitlist —
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