Al Sahwa School

Al Sahwa is a bilingual IB World School situated in Muscat, Oman serving the local Omani community, as well as the bilingual expatriate community. The school was established in 1993 under the ownership of the Royal Office and Royal Oman Police Pension Funds, on land donated by the late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, to ‘provide high quality international education whilst embracing traditional values based on the foundations of Oman’s cultural heritage’.

On opening day in 1993, Al Sahwa consisted of one class each from Kindergarten 1 to Grade 11 with an enrolment of approximately 300 students. The curriculum offered then was based on the British National Curriculum and the Omani Ministry of Education programmes.

Over the past 30 years, the School has grown to over 1100 students and 200 staff, representing 31 nationalities, with facilities and programs to match.

Al Sahwa is now a fully authorised IB World School and holds Council of International Schools accreditation.

As part of the ongoing development and vision for excellence, in 2013 Al Sahwa Schools was authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and became the first local, bilingual school to offer this prestigious programme. This initiative was underpinned by work to bring the IB Middle Years Program (MYP) and IB Diploma Program (DP) to the school. The school is now a fully authorised IB World school having gained authorisation for the MYP and DP in 2020-2021. The school runs the Thanawiya Amma alongside the DP.

Al Sahwa was awarded Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation in 2018, joining only a handful of schools in the Sultanate with this certification.

In a country renowned for its unique blend of rich history, breathtaking natural wonders, and a deeply rooted, yet progressive, culture, We are proud to lead Al Sahwa School, a K-12 IB World School. Founded in 1993 on land gifted by the late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, Al Sahwa holds an important place in Oman’s educational landscape due to its rich heritage and tradition. What truly sets us apart is our commitment to being a bilingual (Arabic and English) institution, deeply interwoven with Oman’s vibrant cultural heritage. This strong emphasis on local culture distinguishes us from many other international schools.

Mission

We are a bilingual, IB World School proud of Oman’s rich cultural heritage, empowering students towards their potential.

Vision

Inspire individuals to be compassionate, confident and responsible citizens.

Values

Respect – Be willing to understand difference and to honour its value. Know and respect yourself, others and the natural environment.

Service – Give back to your community and the world in which we live.

Integrity – Act responsibly, act ethically. Stand up for what you believe in. Face adversity with intelligence and resolve.