Oman, Salalah
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British School Salalah is located in the heart of Salalah, on Al Rakha Street, Way 33023, Building 44, in the Dahariz area. The postal address is PO Box 71, 214 Salalah, Oman. The campus sits in central Salalah and is accessible by road within the city. It forms part of the local international school community.
The school serves children aged 3 to 18, from the Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) through to Year 13, i.e., an all‑through setup with a sixth form. It follows the English National Curriculum and offers iGCSEs and International A‑Levels.
The school is co‑educational and not‑for‑profit. It is a British international day school delivering a British‑style education, including iGCSEs and International A‑Levels.
Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions are limited; the school states it is currently unable to meet the needs of all children with learning difficulties, and the site is not accessible to children with significant physical disabilities.
Affiliation is with the United Kingdom as a British international school. The curriculum is the English National Curriculum.
There is no explicit religious affiliation listed for the school.
Foundation Stage runs from 7:30am to 1:30pm (with a staggered start). Primary runs from 7:30am to 2:00pm (staggered start), and Senior School runs from 7:30am to 2:00pm.
A published bus service is not described on the school site; families should contact the school to discuss transport arrangements.
Tuition fees (amounts in OMR)
- FS1–FS2: Term 1 OMR 770; Term 2 OMR 570; Term 3 OMR 570; Annual total OMR 1,910.
- Year 1–Year 2: Term 1 OMR 1,160; Term 2 OMR 870; Term 3 OMR 870; Annual total OMR 2,900.
- Year 3–Year 4: Term 1 OMR 1,220; Term 2 OMR 900; Term 3 OMR 900; Annual total OMR 3,020.
- Year 5–Year 6: Term 1 OMR 1,350; Term 2 OMR 1,010; Term 3 OMR 1,010; Annual total OMR 3,370.
- Year 7–Year 9: Term 1 OMR 1,620; Term 2 OMR 1,220; Term 3 OMR 1,220; Annual total OMR 4,060.
- Year 10–Year 11: Term 1 OMR 1,670; Term 2 OMR 1,250; Term 3 OMR 1,250; Annual total OMR 4,170.
- Year 12–Year 13: Term 1 OMR 1,850; Term 2 OMR 1,395; Term 3 OMR 1,395; Annual total OMR 4,640.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are payable in Omani Rials (OMR). Term payment split: Term 1 = 40% of the annual fee; Term 2 = 30%; Term 3 = 30%. Invoices are issued at least two weeks before the end of the previous term. All fees must be paid in full on or before the first day of term. The school may charge interest for late payments and may take action in extreme cases; a dishonoured cheque is a criminal offence in Oman. Fees will not be refunded or reduced for pupils leaving unless prior notice of at least 30 days is given and this is agreed with the Head of School and the Accounts and Operations Manager.
Admissions / application fees and sibling discount
- Admissions Fee (one-off payment, secures the place):
- FS1 entry: OMR 300.
- Year 1 & Year 2 entry: OMR 400.
- Year 3 to Year 13 entry: OMR 450.
- Sibling concessions on the Admissions Fee: 25% off for a second child; Admission Fee waived for a third child (limited-time offer).
Boarding fees
- There is no boarding provision; the school operates as a day school and therefore does not charge boarding fees.
Other costs and fees (uniform, documentation and incidental charges)
- Uniform: School uniform is required. Uniform items are available through the school's uniform provision and orders are submitted to the school (uniform ordering and the uniform policy are administered by the school). Parents are instructed to complete the uniform order and submit it to the school administration. Specific uniform items and guidelines are set out in the school's uniform policy. Prices for uniform items are charged separately to tuition and are not listed as part of the term tuition figures above.
- Additional one-time or incidental charges (for example, assessment, exam fees, trips, resources or refundable deposits) are not detailed in the tuition schedule above and, where applicable, are billed separately. The school identifies and invoices these items as required.
Refund information
- Fees will not be refunded or reduced for pupils leaving unless prior notice of at least 30 days is given; any exception is managed in consultation with and at the discretion of the Head of School and the Accounts and Operations Manager. The Admissions Fee is a one‑off payment used to secure the place. The school reserves the right to withhold refunds where notice requirements are not met.
Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: cheque (payable to British School Salalah), cash payments accepted at the school office, and bank transfer. For bank transfers, parents should inform the school by email and include proof of payment. The school's bank details for transfers are provided below.
- Bank: Oman Arab Bank. Account name: British School Salalah. Account number: 3160 - 593800 - 501. Address: Sultan Qaboos Street, Ghubra, PO Box 2010, PC112 Ruwi, Sultanate of Oman. Swift code: OMABOMRU. Parents should notify the school by email with proof of transfer when paying by bank.
British School Salalah is a not-for-profit British international day school for boys and girls aged 3–18. It follows the English National Curriculum and offers iGCSEs and International A-Levels. The school is located in the heart of Salalah, on Al Rakha Street (Way 33023, Building 44, Dhahriz), with the main postal address PO Box 71, 214 Salalah, Oman. The site is described as warm and welcoming, set in a green environment, and the curriculum integrates Oman's mountains, beaches, wadis and deserts to enrich learning. The school serves Foundation Stage through Sixth Form in small class sizes. It is COBIS-accredited and offers a broad enrichment programme, including expeditions and trips, languages, drama, and sport. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available to senior students. The school emphasises pastoral care, wellbeing and global citizenship, preparing students for international higher education. Relocation support is available to new families. It helps settling and continuity.