Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Applicants need to sit for a placement exam (grades 1-12) and an interview (KG1 – KG2). |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Placement tests in English, Math, and Arabic (if applicable) are administered on the school premises to assess the applicant’s proficiency in those subjects, helping to determine their academic level. |
| School start time |
8:00 |
| School finish time |
Kindergarten: 13:30
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
ISO offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, from sports to arts to clubs, to help students develop their interests and skills beyond the classroom. Participating in extracurricular activities builds teamwork, communication, relationships, and a sense of belonging, all of which help students to develop socially and be successful in school. Participation in extracurricular activities demonstrates the importance of community involvement. |
| Facilities at the school |
- Science and ICT Labs
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| Sports facilities at the school |
ISO's sports facilities cater to a wide range of athletic pursuits, including a full- size gymnasium, an outdoor football field, basketball and volleyball courts and two temperature controlled swimming pools ensuring students can develop their physical skills and teamwork. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
International School of Oman was established with the interests of the local population of Muscat in mind, aiming at providing them with an excellent education. ISO adopts the mission of “Graduating moral, cultured world citizens, who possess the zeal and skills for lifelong learning and who are eager and capable of contributing positively to their societies”. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
ISO strives to achieve and maintain academic excellence, with a dedicated faculty and a well-rounded curriculum that nurtures students and encourages them to reach their full potential. ISO takes great satisfaction and pride in providing a solid educational foundation that helps contribute to the success of our graduates who regularly attend top universities and pursue fruitful careers all around the globe. |