Oman, Salalah
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The school offers a range of academic enrichment activities with a focus on language and science. English activities include competitions such as Calligraphy Writing, Show and Tell, Just-a-minute, Role Play/Role Model, Spell Bee, Story Telling, English Elocution, Debate, Essay Writing, and English Quiz. The school also runs Mathematics and Science Quiz competitions and hosts Islamic Quran recitation competitions. The school participates in SAI Group Competitions in the Dhofar region and has achieved notable results, including first place in Group B (grades 1–4) and second place in Group A (grades 5–10) for Spell Bee in 2012.
Students participate in interactive music and art classes, with practical lessons using instruments such as piano or drums and hands-on art activities. Art projects include mosaic, pottery, and color design, which support creativity and self-expression across visual arts. These offerings are complemented by opportunities to engage in arts-related activities as part of the school's broader extracurricular program.
The school emphasizes teamwork through Team Work and Group Activities, helping students build networking and communication skills. Students work in groups and engage in team-based activities as part of the Cambridge education approach. Practical Projects further involve collaborative learning, peer discussion, and hands-on problem solving.
The school offers a wide range of sports as part of its lifestyle and wellbeing program. Badminton has been introduced as a sport activity, with students practicing and competing in matches. The school describes itself as providing a wide range of sports, cultural and values-based activities, contributing to overall student wellbeing in a multicultural environment.
Al Dhiya International School offers a British-style education in the heart of Salalah, blending the Cambridge International curriculum with the Omani National Curriculum. Established in 2006, the school serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12, preparing them for globally recognized qualifications including Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Levels, as well as Pearson Edexcel examinations. The school is distinct for its focus on active learning and competition. Students regularly participate and achieve high rankings in regional spelling bees, debates, and science quizzes. Beyond the classroom, Al Dhiya emphasizes physical and creative development through its specialized Football Academy and interactive music and art programs. The campus provides a co-educational environment where multidisciplinary projects encourage students to apply their knowledge practically. With a commitment to preserving local values while fostering international mindedness, Al Dhiya equips students with the skills necessary for admission to universities worldwide.