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ISWKi International Cambridge School

Oman, Muscat

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees OMR 1,164 - 3,512
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, French, Hindi, Arabic
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

ISWK Cambridge International School, Muscat, offers a Cambridge pathway from Early Years (age 3+) to AS & A Level, delivering Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary, IGCSE, AS Levels, and A Levels. The school opened as ISWK Cambridge in 2017, becoming the first Indian School to offer the Cambridge Curriculum with Ministry of Education approval. The campus features dedicated football fields, a sports program, an on-site infirmary with a trained nurse, and CCTV safety. Arabic and French are taught in the Primary section, while AS & A Levels include languages (English, French, Hindi), sciences, mathematics, economics, accounting, business, computer science, and ICT. STEAM education is emphasized through STEAM Week and a STEAM Symposium planned for 2025. Yoga is integrated weekly from Grade 3. The school participates in World Scholar's Cup and Model United Nations, fostering leadership, global awareness, and service-minded learners. The setting combines inquiry-based learning with holistic development and problem solving.

Beside Majan Heights, P.O. Box 1233, Postal Code: 117, Al Wadi Al Kabir, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman

The Essentials

ISWKi International Cambridge School has instruction in English.

Location
ISWK Cambridge International School is located beside Majan Heights in Al Wadi Al Kabir, Muscat, Oman (P.O. Box 1233, 117). Reach Out provides contact numbers +968 9012 2012 and +968 2235 6050, and emails office@iswki.org and feedback@iswki.org. Office hours are 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sunday–Thursday; Fee Counter hours are 9:00 AM–2:30 PM, Sunday–Thursday.

Stages
Early Year Phase (Age 3+); Primary Phase (Age 5+); Lower Secondary Phase (Age 11+); Upper Secondary Phase (Age 14+; Cambridge IGCSE); Advanced Phase (Age 16+)

Country affiliation
Oman
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Regular School Days: White polo t-shirt; House black track pants; White / Black shoes. Physical Education (P.E.) Days: House jersey (Vayu, Prithvi, Jal & Agni); House black track pants; White / Black shoes. For School Events & Representations (from Class VI onwards): Black blazer with the school logo; White formal shirt; Blue tie; Black formal shoes.

House System
The school has a house system with four houses: Vayu, Prithvi, Jal, and Agni.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a School Management Committee (SMC). The Executive Director is Rajendra Ved, and the President is Gargi Chugh; the SMC includes members such as Shilpa Pawani (SMC Convener), Rajesh Soneji (Co-Treasurer), Dr. Hiral Jerajani Kamath, Kanan Khimji, Umesh Shah, Priyanka Jayaswal, Mihir Asher, Jeet Shah, and Rupal Shah. ISWK Cambridge International operates as Indian School Wadi Kabir Cambridge International within the ISWK network.
Fees

Annual tuition at ISWKi International Cambridge School ranges from OMR 1,164 to OMR 3,512 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission fees and initial payments

- A one-time Refundable Caution Deposit is charged at OMR 200 payable at admission.
- A one-time Admission Fee is charged at OMR 45 payable at admission.
- An annual Infrastructure Development Fee of OMR 10 is charged (appears in the first quarterly billing).
- A Term Fee of OMR 30 is charged twice per year (included in the first and third quarter totals in billing examples).

Tuition fees — breakdown per quarter and annual total (amounts shown in OMR)

- Early Years 1:
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 291; Quarter totals shown as OMR 291 (Q2 & Q4) and OMR 331 / OMR 321 where Term/Infrastructure items apply.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 1,164; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 1,234.

- Early Years 2–3:
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 393.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 1,572; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 1,642.

- Grade 1–2:
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 425.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 1,700; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 1,770.

- Grade 3–5:
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 510.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 2,040; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 2,110.

- Grade 6–8:
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 645.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 2,580; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 2,650.

- IGCSE Year 1–2:
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 742.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 2,968; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 3,038.

- AS / A Level (with practical):
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 878.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 3,512; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 3,582.

- AS / A Level (without practical):
- Tuition per quarter: OMR 861.
- Annual tuition total: OMR 3,444; example annual total including Infrastructure & Term items shown as OMR 3,514.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard quarterly billing schedule: payments are due on 15 April, 15 July, 15 October and 15 January. Quarterly amounts above show how tuition is split across those dates.
- Fees are payable at admission to secure a seat (initial instalment components shown under initial payments).
- Modes of payment: fees can be paid via the school parent-portal app, by cheque, or at the school finance office / fee counter. Fee counter hours are published.

Payment plans and instalments

- Quarterly billing as shown above is the standard plan; monthly instalment plans and other arrangements (where available) are managed through the school's fee/administration process and related fee policy documents.

Boarding / residential fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published; the school operates as a day school.

Other costs and routine charges

- Infrastructure Development Fee (annual): OMR 10 (included in first-quarter billing examples).
- Term Fee (charged twice a year): OMR 30 per term (included in Q1 and Q3 in examples).
- Textbooks and stationery: parents are instructed to place textbook and notebook orders through the school ERP / parent portal after admission; textbook costs are charged separately at time of ordering.
- Uniform: a formal school uniform is required (details and uniform lists are published for each phase); uniform items and associated costs are charged separately and are not listed as a standard tuition line item.
- Examination fees (Cambridge Checkpoint, IGCSE, AS/A Level): external examination and registration fees are charged separately in line with Cambridge assessment series; the school shares specific exam fee schedule and registration instructions when Cambridge publishes series fees.
- Transport: school bus services and routes are arranged through transport service providers; bus registration, routes and fees are handled by those providers and billed separately to parents.
- Co-curricular trips, tours and specialist activities may incur additional charges; these are charged as event-specific fees and announced to parents as required.

Refunds and cancellation

- A Refund / Cancellation Policy is in place; the Caution Deposit is explicitly identified as refundable. Other refund or cancellation terms (notice periods, non-refundable items, pro‑rata refunds, conditions) are governed by the school's Cancellation & Refund Policy and Fee Policy.

Sibling concession and concessions

- Sibling concession is offered; details and eligibility rules are specified in the school Fee Policy.

Practical notes on payments and administration

- Parents pay fees through the parent portal app, by cheque, or at the school finance office; the finance office and fee counter have stated opening hours.
- Cambridge exam registration dates and external exam fee announcements are communicated by the Examination Department in advance of each series.

(Amounts shown above are published amounts in OMR as presented in the school's admission and fee information.)
Academics

ISWKi International Cambridge School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels.

Curriculum
ISWK Cambridge International School follows the Cambridge International curriculum across all stages. The Academic Program runs from Early Years (age 3+) to AS & A Level (age 16+), including Primary Years, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary. Cambridge exams are overseen by the Cambridge Exam Officer. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning and holistic development, with core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Global Perspectives, and Computing, and Arabic and French offered in the Primary Section. At AS & A Level, subjects include languages (English, French, Hindi), sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Mathematics, Economics, Accounting, Business, Computer Science, and ICT.

Student Teacher Ratio
A balanced student–teacher ratio is maintained in primary classes to ensure individual attention and quality learning.

Higher Education Progression
AS and A Levels are recognized by universities worldwide, especially in the UK, USA, Australia, UAE, and India, supporting university admissions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Strong social-emotional development is emphasized in the Cambridge Early Years curriculum, with activities designed to enhance self-confidence, emotional resilience and positive relationships. The A.B.L.E Department provides counseling and social-emotional support, including group and individual counseling to address socio-emotional needs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The A.B.L.E Department supports students with special educational needs through counseling and tailored guidance; services include shadow parenting, remedial education, and IGCSE exam accommodations, with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or follow-up program as needed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as a Second Language is offered as a Cambridge IGCSE subject.

Mental Wellbeing
The A.B.L.E Department focuses on mental well-being, with the belief that a child's mental health is as important as their academic success; trained counselors provide on-campus support, including individual and group counseling addressing socio-emotional needs.

Safeguarding
Safety and child protection are prioritized: the campus is monitored with CCTV, supervised by trained staff, and follows strict safety and child protection policies.
Parent Experience

History
ISWK Cambridge foundation laid in 1941 as a Gujarati-medium school. English medium introduced in 1979. In July 2017, ISWK Cambridge was established as the first Indian School offering the Cambridge Curriculum with the approval of the Directorate of the Ministry of Education. Today it offers the Cambridge pathway from Early Years to AS & A Levels, enabling a full K–12 journey.

Community
The school emphasizes partnership with parents, noting that education is a shared journey between the school and its parents. The Cambridge pathway spans from Early Years to Upper Secondary, providing a continuous K–12 education. News & Events highlight student achievements and Cambridge results, including AS & A Level and IGCSE outcomes, and include events such as a Parent Orientation Program.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ISWK Cambridge is a Muscat-based school offering the Cambridge Pathway from Early Years to Upper Secondary. The campus includes dedicated football fields and supports a broad sports and activities program. Yoga is integrated into the curriculum with weekly sessions from Grade 3. Safety features include CCTV monitoring and an on-site infirmary with a trained nurse. STEAM education is part of the curriculum, with STEAM Week and a STEAM Symposium in 2025.

Sports Facilities
Dedicated football fields support ISWK Cambridge's football program. The school maintains a Cricket Team and Cricket Club and offers activities in basketball, chess, and table tennis. Badminton is available, and Yoga is included in the program, with weekly sessions. The school emphasizes mass participation and inter-school, state, national, and international competitions in sports.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include art, music, sports, clubs, competitions, and inter-house activities. STEAM enrichment is provided through STEAM education, with STEAM Week and STEAM Symposium 2025. Yoga is part of the wellness and mindfulness offerings.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
ISWK Cambridge follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary program, offering a broad and balanced curriculum that includes English, Mathematics, Science, Computing, and Languages. Global Perspective helps learners travel the world from the classroom, exploring cultures, global issues, and diverse viewpoints. The program emphasizes activity-based learning, critical thinking, creativity, and sustained engagement through a learner-centered approach. Assessments are varied to develop independent learning and real-world problem solving.

Arts & Creative
The Art Department nurtures creativity, visual literacy, and aesthetic sensitivity, with students exploring drawing, painting, and paper folding. The Dance Department fosters creativity, discipline, and cultural appreciation through diverse dance forms. The Pottery Club offers a tactile experience in clay modelling, shaping, carving, glazing, and decorating ceramic pieces. The Movie Making Club enables students to script, storyboard, film, and edit short films, emphasizing teamwork and storytelling.

Cultural & Language
Language Club explores English, French, Hindi, and Arabic, with sessions on global cuisine, music, art, festivals, and customs that promote cross-cultural understanding. The club builds strong communication skills, empathy, and curiosity about the world. It meets weekly on Thursdays as part of a Language and Culture Club, celebrating diversity and cultural exchange. ISWK Cambridge also engages learners in global competitions such as the World Scholar's Cup, which emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and global awareness.

Social & Hobbies
The Movie Making Club provides hands-on experience in filmmaking from scripting to shooting and editing, cultivating teamwork and artistic expression. The Photography Club guides learners from basic techniques to advanced editing, developing visual storytelling skills. The Quiz Club challenges knowledge across history, science, and pop culture, building quick thinking and teamwork. The Knotty Knitters Club introduces knitting as a relaxing, creative hobby that develops patience and fine motor skills.

Community & Service
Charity and community engagement are organized through student-led initiatives, including charity events coordinated by the Student Council. Lower Secondary house activities also include community service projects. The school hosts Model United Nations conferences to promote diplomacy, leadership, and global engagement as part of its broader community activities. World Scholar's Cup participation further reinforces service-oriented leadership and collaborative skills among learners.

Leadership & Professional
The Student Council serves as the voice of learners, acting as a bridge between students and school leadership and driving initiatives with vision and action. The Toastmasters Club meets weekly to develop public speaking, impromptu speaking, and leadership through evaluating speeches. ISWK Cambridge hosted its first Model United Nations Conference in 2024, showcasing diplomacy, teamwork, and leadership. Learners participate in the World Scholar's Cup, which promotes leadership, collaboration, and academic excellence on a global stage.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports are central to ISWK Cambridge, with mass participation and a range of activities including swimming, football, basketball, chess, table tennis, yoga, badminton, cricket, and more, with opportunities to compete at inter-school, state, national, and international levels. Yoga is integrated into the curriculum, with weekly sessions from Grade 3 onward to improve flexibility, focus, mindfulness, and balance. The Health and Hygiene Club promotes healthy living through awareness campaigns, hygiene practices, and fitness activities. Physical education and sport are complemented by wellness-oriented clubs and activities that support balanced development.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Enquiry Form Submission. Complete the online enquiry form. The enquiry form is linked from the admissions page and used to initiate the admissions process. The admissions team will contact families after submission to provide next steps and arrange a school visit. 2. Document Submission. Upload or submit the required documents. For Documents Checklist, click here. The documents must be provided via the school portal as part of the application. 3. Entrance Examination. Students may be required to appear for an entrance examination based on their grade level. 4. Interaction/Interview (if applicable). Attend an interaction session or interview with school representatives, either in person or online. 5. Fee Payment. Pay the admission fees within the specified timeframe to secure the admission. 6. Orientation. Attend the orientation session before the start of the academic year to familiarize yourself with the school policies, facilities, and curriculum. 7. Confirmation of Admission. Upon successful completion of the steps above, receive a confirmation of admission from the school. 8. Commencement of Classes. Start attending classes on the scheduled date as per the academic calendar.
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