Question 1

What does "bilingual" mean in the context of Omani schools?

Accepted Answer

In Oman, a "bilingual" school refers to a private school that follows the Ministry of Education approved Omani curriculum but uses English as the primary medium of instruction for most subjects, rather than Arabic. Core Islamic subjects and Arabic language classes are still taught in Arabic. This distinguishes them from standard Omani curriculum schools (Arabic-medium) and international schools (which follow a different curriculum entirely).

Question 2

Do bilingual schools follow the same curriculum as public schools?

Accepted Answer

Yes, bilingual schools in Oman must follow the Ministry of Education approved curriculum and are licensed and inspected by the Ministry. Students sit the General Education Diploma (GED) exam, the same examination as public school students. The difference is the language of instruction — English rather than Arabic for most subjects.

Question 3

Are bilingual schools more affordable than international schools?

Accepted Answer

Yes, bilingual schools are generally more affordable than fully international schools. Fees typically range from OMR 800 to OMR 3,000 per year, compared to OMR 4,000–10,000 for international schools. They provide a cost-effective way for families to access English-medium education within the national curriculum framework.

Question 4

Is a bilingual school good for Omani university admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Students in bilingual schools sit the same General Education Diploma (GED) exam as public school students. The GED is the primary entry qualification for Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) and other Omani universities. Additionally, bilingual students often have stronger English skills, which is advantageous for university studies.

Question 5

Are bilingual schools suitable for non-Omani students?

Accepted Answer

Bilingual schools can be suitable for Arabic-speaking expatriate families who want an affordable English-medium option within the Omani national curriculum. However, non-Arabic-speaking expatriates may find the Arabic language and Islamic studies requirements challenging. For fully English-medium education without Arabic requirements, international schools are a better fit.

المدارس ثنائية اللغة في عُمان

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Abaqirat Al Mustqbal Private School

Abjad Private School

ABQ Azzan bin Qais International School MQ Campus

ABQ Sohar International School

Ajyad Bilingual School

Al Dhiya Private School

Al Firdous Private Bilingual School - Al Hail

Al Firdous Private School - Al Maabilah

Al Mawaleh Private School (MPS)

Al Mawhiba Private School

Al Raja Private School

Al Razi Private School

Al Taaluq Private School

Almanara private school

Alriyada Private School Bilingual

Bunaat Al Majd Private School

Dhofar International Academy

Future Pioneers International Private School (FPIS)

Hay Al Sharooq International School (HASIS)

International School at KOM (ISKOM)

International School of Oman

Iqraa Private School (Sur)

Jawharat Al-Nahdha Private Bilingual School

Knowledge Rays Private School

Mazin Bin Ghadoubah Private School

Modern Knowledge Private School

United International Schools (UIS)

Al Tanweer Private School

Al Tifil Private School