Ellesmere Muscat
International School in Muscat
Quick answer
Ellesmere Muscat delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum. Well-suited to budget-conscious and internationally mobile families. Tuition of $2,000–$4,900/year is in line with Muscat averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Ellesmere Muscat.
- Tuition: $2,000–$4,900/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 25) Muscat international school · 700 students total.
- 17 nationalities top: Oman.
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 school day starts at 7:30.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
700
17 (Oman)
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
IBO
About Ellesmere Muscat
Ellesmere Muscat, formerly known as Alruwad International School, is a vibrant co-educational International Baccalaureate Continuum World School that provides an international education to students from early years to 12th grade.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- In-house specialist staff listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $2,000 – $4,900 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ﷼ 2000-﷼ 4900 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $4,990(+45%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $6,490 |
| Cost position in Muscat | 36th percentile(mid-range) |
IB
IB Diploma
Results are very good.
Arabic
unknown
Yes
7:30 – 14:40
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Muscat
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Oman
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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