British School Muscat is a British Curriculum / GCSE / A Levels / BTEC school in Muscat, Oman. Annual tuition ranges from $11,024 to $26,728 USD.
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British School Muscat is a not-for-profit co-educational British international day school in Madinat Al Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, serving approximately 700 students aged 3–18 across Foundation Stage through Year 13. It follows the English National Curriculum with pathways to GCSEs, A Levels, and BTECs, underpinned by High Performance Learning and a strong pastoral and safeguarding framework. The school draws pupils from over 60 nationalities and offers extensive facilities including 10 science labs, three swimming pools, a 500-seat theatre, and a university-style Sixth Form Centre.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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British School Muscat is a not-for-profit British international school with over 60 nationalities represented. It offers the full English National Curriculum from Foundation Stage through to A Levels and BTECs, underpinned by High Performance Learning. Facilities include 10 science labs, a 500-seat theatre, three swimming pools, and a university-style Sixth Form Centre. Governance is overseen by the British Ambassador as President of the School.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| FS1 | OMR 11,024 |
| FS2 | OMR 13,780 |
| KS1 (Years 1-2) | OMR 14,833 |
| KS2 (Years 3-6) | OMR 15,392 |
| KS3 (Years 7-9) | OMR 21,203 |
| KS4 (Years 10-11) | OMR 23,816 |
| KS5 (Years 12-13) | OMR 26,728 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: OMR 4,240 - 10,280. Application fee: $130.
Admissions Process
- 1Arrange a campus visit and read the Home School Agreement and Admissions Policy. 2. Complete the BSM Application Form and BSM Medical Information form; submit with child's passport, Oman Resident Card, passport photo, latest school report, and both parents' passports and Oman Resident Cards by email to [email protected]. Required immunisations must be current. 3. School checks space for the preferred start date; if unavailable, child is placed on the waiting list. Notification by email within 5 working days. 4. Assessment fee of OMR 50 payable on or before assessment day. 5. If a place is offered, a Reservation Fee of OMR 300 is payable within 14 days (deducted from first term's fees). 6. A refundable deposit of OMR 100 is payable with first term's fees.
Admissions Details
Waiting lists exist for some year groups. Prospective families are notified by email within 5 working days if space is unavailable. Waiting list status is discussed directly with the admissions team.
School Day
School starts at 7:30am for all year groups (drop-off from 7:00am, 7:10am for Foundation Stage). Foundation Stage 1 finishes at 12:30pm; FS2–KS1 finish at approximately 1:30pm; KS2 finishes at 2:00pm; Years 7–13 finish at 2:00pm.
Student Life
BSM operates a house system; house identity is reflected in house shirts worn as part of the school uniform. House names and competition details are not publicly published.
All students from Foundation Stage through Year 11 wear the school uniform; Sixth Form students follow a Sixth Form dress code. Uniform includes house shirts. Available from ZAKS Uniform Shop (Al Muzn Mall near Al Mouj) or other retailers; a second-hand rail is also operated.
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Wellbeing & Safety
Mental health concerns are logged in CPOMS and escalated to the Safeguarding Team, which works with the Pastoral Team to create Individual Support Plans. A school counsellor (Salma Ali) is available via the Primary or Senior School Office. A Wellbeing Button on the Student Portal allows students to contact the pastoral care team directly.
BSM is committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. Designated Safeguarding Leads are Saima Akhtar (Deputy Head of Primary) and Robert Hughes (Deputy Head of Senior School), with Deputy DSLs Gemma O'Sullivan and Chris Short. All staff receive annual safeguarding training. A Governor serves as safeguarding link to the Board. Policy dated September 2025, reviewed annually.
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School Background
Not-for-profit institution governed by a Board of Governors with representation from the business community, parents and staff. The President of the School is the British Ambassador. No owners or shareholders receive profits; fee income is reinvested into the school.