Al Sahwa Schools
International School in Muscat
Quick answer
Al Sahwa Schools in Muscat serves 1,190 students from 10 nationalities aged 4 to 18, offering both British and IB pathways under one umbrella. The school delivers IGCSE then A Level alongside the IB Diploma Programme — dual-track flexibility uncommon at this price point. Accredited by IBO and CIS. Tuition $2,250-$4,750 per year. Strong fit for Omani families and GCC expats seeking choice between A Level and IB at sixth form.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $2,250–$4,750/yr published annual range.
- 10 nationalities top: Omani.
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
1,190
10 (Omani)
Rolling
IBO, CIS
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About Al Sahwa Schools
Al Sahwa Schools follow the IB Primary Years Programme from KG1 to Grade 6, the Cambridge Curriculum from Grades 7 to 10 and the Omani General Education Diploma in Grades 11 & 12. This outstanding curricula offering is coupled with a rigorous programme of Islamic Studies, Arabic and Social Studies.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $2,250 – $4,750 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ﷼ 2250-﷼ 4750 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $5,040(+44%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $6,540 |
| Cost position in Muscat | 40th percentile(mid-range) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IGCSE, IB Diploma, Omani General Education Diploma
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Muscat
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Omani
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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