Compare International Schools in Muscat, Oman

OurPlanet International School is an IB World School in Muscat offering the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme. The school places sustainability at the heart of its curriculum, encouraging inquiry-based learning and global citizenship in a diverse, multicultural environment.

The American International School of Muscat (TAISM) is a co-educational international day school offering an American curriculum from Pre-K3 through Grade 12. Accredited by NEASC, the school features AP courses, extensive performing arts facilities including the Bosch Center, and the most expansive international school campus in Muscat.

Philippine School Oman (PSO) is a Philippine-curriculum school in Muscat that serves KG through Senior High School. It was conceived in 1989 by Filipino overseas workers with the support of the Philippine Honorary Consul General and government agencies, and opened to students in February 1990 (inaugurated 2 February 1990; first enrollees on 17 February 1990). The school moved several times and is now located at Al Khuwair Heights, with the current site inaugurated in June 2007. PSO follows the Enhanced K to 12 Curriculum, offering Pre-School (KG1–KG2), Primary (Grades 1–3), Intermediate (Grades 4–6), Junior High (Grades 7–10), and Senior High (Grades 11–12). Age eligibility sets KG1 at least 4 by October 31, KG2 at least 5, Grade 1 at least 6. The campus provides Guidance, Student Affairs, Registrar, Clinic, and Finance services and uses online platforms (E-Class, Google Classroom, E-Learning). Around 900 students attend PSO, supported by a dedicated staff and active clubs including PSO Patriots (Sports) and The Pacesetter (school publication).

Indian School Al Maabela (ISAM) is an English-medium co-educational CBSE school in South Al Maabela, Muscat. The campus covers about 10,000 square meters and offers facilities such as science laboratories, libraries, computer labs, a 3D lab, an innovation lab, robotics/AI training, sports facilities, a cafeteria, and safe transport.

Indian School Bousher opened in 2019 and is located in the Al Ansab hills of Muscat (Plot 365, Al Awabi, Al Ansab). The campus features an air‑conditioned environment with spacious, technology‑driven classrooms and facilities such as a swimming pool for Preparatory–Senior stages and a splash pool for Foundation Stage levels 1 and 2. The school follows the CBSE curriculum for Grades X and XII, with English as the medium of instruction and multiple language options including Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, French, Arabic, and Sanskrit (as a third language in some grades). Facilities include a Robotics lab, a 3‑D studio, science and computer laboratories, a well‑stocked library, and dedicated spaces for arts, music, sport, and STEM activities. ISB emphasizes Academic Excellence, qualified faculty, and strong infrastructure, complemented by co‑curricular offerings in arts, languages, and STEM to support holistic development.

ABQ Azzan Bin Qais International School offers Pre-KG through Grade 12 and provides Cambridge International and GED-based curricula. The school teaches in English and Arabic, and operates Cambridge and GED pathways. The campus emphasises technology-enabled learning (including a 1:1 Chromebook programme) and a broad extracurricular programme. The school relocated to a new Al Khuwair campus in 2022/23, and it maintains a strong focus on international standards, accreditation, and a values-led approach to education. The Azzan bin Qais site highlights its international accreditation, language offerings, and a wide range of clubs and programmes, including Arabic language initiatives and 21st-century skills development. The Discovering You Programme (DYP) and other unique programmes support career and personal development, while the school's strong Cambridge/GED framework underpins its assessment and progression.

Bangladesh School Muscat (BSM) provides education from Kindergarten through Year 12 in Muscat, Oman. Established on November 3, 1996, the school follows a Pearson Edexcel curriculum (British system), with a structured progression from Reception II through Class 12. In Reception II, the programme includes Bangla, English, Mathematics, GK and Science; across later years, Bangla and English remain core subjects, and English is the language of instruction while Bangla is taught as a language subject. The school offers Edexcel-based examinations and Class 11-12 subjects include science, commerce, and IT, reflecting a British-style structure. Facilities include spacious classrooms, a library, a bookstore, a canteen, biology and chemistry labs, a computer lab, a physics laboratory, and a multipurpose hall; a prefectorial system supports student leadership. Extracurricular activities include cultural festivals, science fairs, debates and sports competitions, reflecting a focus on language, culture and STEM-related opportunities.

The International School of Choueifat Muscat is part of the SABIS global education network, offering the SABIS proprietary curriculum. The school provides a rigorous, college-preparatory education in English.

Indian School Darsait (ISD) in Muscat is a CBSE-affiliated, co‑educational Indian community school that opened in 1992. The campus sits in Darsait, Muscat, with the postal address P.O. Box 1551, 114 Jibroo, Muscat, Oman. ISD operates from Balvatika (pre‑primary) through Class XII, following CBSE curricula across its Pre Primary, Primary, and Senior Curriculums. The school provides multiple facilities, including a 700-seat auditorium, several science laboratories, three computer laboratories, and two libraries that serve both primary and senior students. English is the language of instruction, with second/third language options such as Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, and Arabic available for different classes. Co‑curricular offerings are strong, with clubs like Sparkle Club, Tech Tribe (IT Club), Photography Club, Chess Club and Eco Club featured among ISD's activities. The principal is Amar Srivastava. Admissions are processed via the Board of Directors (BOD). The school emphasizes ICT in learning and has an ecosystem of labs, libraries, and an auditorium to support an all‑round education. The school's CBSE affiliation number is 6130012 and it is NABET accredited, reflecting its compliance with CBSE standards.

Ellesmere Muscat, originally established in 2012 as Alruwad International School, operates as an International Baccalaureate Continuum World School in Seeb, Muscat. The school serves day students from ages three to eighteen, utilizing the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme frameworks alongside an alternate Omani Bilingual General Education Diploma for upper grades. Classrooms feature configurable furniture layouts to support interactive, inquiry-based learning. Following its 2023 alliance with Ellesmere College UK, the school embeds the High Performance Learning framework into its daily instruction. A standout feature of the campus is its dedicated outdoor learning areas, which function as an educational setting for the Early Years curriculum. Additionally, the school provides structured career and university counseling starting in Grade 10 alongside English language proficiency support like IELTS preparation courses. Extracurricular options include local field trips to engineering villages, natural reserves, and historical museums.

Located in the coastal neighborhood of Al Authaiba North, Apple Green Private School provides education for children aged 2 to 11. The school follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) alongside the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), integrating Omani national requirements. Students in the early stages are organized into distinctive, fruit-themed cohorts—Raspberry, Blueberry, Strawberry, and Blackberry groups—designed to foster a welcoming, developmentally appropriate setting. With a student body of approximately 250 and class sizes capped at 12, teachers focus closely on individual progress. Instruction is delivered primarily in English, with Arabic taught as a core subject. Classrooms employ "brain-friendly" teaching techniques, prominently featuring Mind Mapping to help students visually organize concepts. The curriculum incorporates specialized modules in STEM, Design Technology, and Innovation, alongside creative outlets like Drama and Music. The campus features science labs and an extensive library to support inquiry-based learning.

Royal Grammar School Guildford Muscat (RGSG Muscat) sits in the Seeb area of Muscat and offers a British international education for ages 3 to 18. The curriculum combines the IEYC in the Early Years with the IPC framework for primary and Cambridge pathways for secondary, alongside Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels, with additional Pearson Edexcel IGCSE as options. The programme reflects UK-based schooling adapted for Oman, with a transitional pathway from IEYC to IPC and a segregated Cambridge-based senior study model. The school is part of Sama Educational of Schools and draws on Guildford heritage, including a long-running house system. Facilities include the Discovery Lab, a Makerspace for science, technology and coding; the Innovative Learning Hub for research and digital literacy; and a large Multi-Purpose Hall for sport, performances and exhibitions. Extra-curriculars span Marine Biology Club, Robotics, The Art Lab, and a strong sports programme.