Salalah International School

Salalah International School (SIS) is the first independent international co-educational school located in Salalah, in the Sultanate of Oman’s Dhofar Governorate, under the supervision of Oman’s Ministry of Education. SIS is privately owned and operated by an independent board. The school is a registered Cambridge International School and a full-fledged member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), based out of the Netherlands.

The school was established in the academic year 2010 - 2011 and from a modest student population of 37 students, enrolled in KG to Grade 5 classes in its first year of operation, the numbers have grown to over 400 students in the 2021-2022 academic year.

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As an organization we are fully aligned to the Sultanate of Oman’s Vision 2040 and its national priorities. The strategic direction of Inclusive Education, Life-long learning and Scientific research that leads to a Knowledge Society and Competitive National Talents is an essential factor that guides the school leadership in transforming the school and its systems into learning environment that serve the next generation of students.

The education industry in Oman is experiencing massive change. A shift in our parents’ expectations have prompted us to rethink the way we run Salalah International School to ensure our school has a sustainable future and can continue to grow and prosper. The Board of Directors are determined to see that Salalah International School delivers the very best educational experience for students at all levels. Our focus is on improving leadership and governance, teaching and learning, and on raising standards.

A decade ago, the Dhofar region had a shortage of top-quality schools that were international in their outlook yet had a healthy respect for the Omani culture and language. Today, Salalah International School is the first school in the Dhofar region with a full international status. It is an approved Cambridge International School offering students the opportunity to learn the Cambridge International Curriculum since 2012. Salalah International School is the only school in the Dhofar region approved to provide Cambridge International General Certificate in Secondary Education (IGCSE) , and, Cambridge AS and A level. Salalah International School is poised to take on the challenges of change in the next decade, having built a reputation as an international education pioneer in the Dhofar region.

Our school will continue to be the foundation of the Omani community, that will, in turn help set in motion and reinforce the Sultanate of Oman’s future economic development and growth.

Vision

Salalah International School is committed to imparting world class education to create global citizens without losing the soul and spirit of the national culture and tradition of the Sultanate of Oman.

Mission

To create a learning environment where students, teachers and families work together to develop academic excellence, personal responsibility and ethical behaviour.

Core Values

1. Knowledge:
We value fostering a passion for lifelong learning by acquiring skills and content required for successful and critical thinkers.

2. Respect:
We value treating others the way we like ourselves to be treated.

3. Social Responsibility:
We value the idea that individuals are the sparks that catalyse worldwide change and that only in working together can these changes truly be realised.

4. Creativity:
We value igniting the spark of creativity and curiosity in our students.

5. Celebration:
We value celebrating an accomplishment, be it big or small.