How much do school fees cost in Muscat?
Choosing a school in Muscat comes down to balancing tuition against curriculum, location and facilities. Across 125 schools with published fees, annual tuition runs from 200 OMR to 5,620 OMR, with a typical fee of about 850 OMR. The lower end is mostly national-curriculum and community schools, while international schools — British, American and IB — sit at the premium end.
This guide compares those 125 schools so you can see at a glance where fees sit in Muscat, which schools are the most affordable, and how costs shift by curriculum and by stage. Every figure here is starting annual tuition; the exact amount can change by grade and usually excludes transport, registration and materials.
Cheapest schools in Muscat
Schools with the lowest starting annual tuition.
| School | Curriculum | Type | From (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh School Muscat | British | International | OMR 200 |
| SRI LANKAN SCHOOL MUSCAT | Sri Lankan | International | OMR 200 |
| Alfayad private school | Omani | Private | OMR 315 |
| Al Rabee Oasis Private School | Omani | Private | OMR 350 |
| Baraem Private School | Omani | Private | OMR 360 |
| Ajyal athqafa school | Omani | Private | OMR 450 |
| Indian School | Indian | International | OMR 474 |
| Marouj Al Maarifa Private School | Omani | Private | OMR 495 |
| Manart Alhuda private school | Omani | Private | OMR 495 |
| Al-Shakireen School for Teaching the Holy Quran | Omani | Private | OMR 500 |
Most expensive schools in Muscat
Schools with the highest starting annual tuition.
| School | Curriculum | Type | From (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| The American International School of Muscat (TAISM) | American | International | OMR 5620 |
| Al Awael Private School | British | International | OMR 5500 |
| ABA Oman International School | IB | International | OMR 5200 |
| The International School of Choueifat | SABIS | International | OMR 4770 |
| British School Muscat | British | International | OMR 4240 |
| Cheltenham International School | British | International | OMR 3899 |
| Muscat International School By Amity | British | International | OMR 3680 |
| Our Planet International School | IB | International | OMR 3450 |
| International French School of Muscat | Lycée Français International de Mascate | French | International | OMR 3126 |
| A'soud Global school | British | International | OMR 3000 |
Fees by curriculum
| Curriculum | Schools | From | Typical | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omani | 63 | OMR 315 | OMR 750 | OMR 2300 |
| British | 48 | OMR 200 | OMR 1437 | OMR 5500 |
| IB | 6 | OMR 2160 | OMR 2625 | OMR 5200 |
| Indian | 2 | OMR 474 | OMR 568 | OMR 661 |
| SABIS | 1 | OMR 4770 | OMR 4770 | OMR 4770 |
| American | 1 | OMR 5620 | OMR 5620 | OMR 5620 |
| Tunisian | 1 | OMR 550 | OMR 550 | OMR 550 |
| French | 1 | OMR 3126 | OMR 3126 | OMR 3126 |
| Montessori | 1 | OMR 650 | OMR 650 | OMR 650 |
| Sri Lankan | 1 | OMR 200 | OMR 200 | OMR 200 |
Fees by stage
| Stage | Schools | From | Typical | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinder | 124 | OMR 200 | OMR 845 | OMR 6000 |
| Primary | 73 | OMR 200 | OMR 1843 | OMR 9020 |
| Middle | 47 | OMR 200 | OMR 2640 | OMR 10710 |
| Highschool | 41 | OMR 200 | OMR 3381 | OMR 11595 |
What affects school fees in Muscat?
Several things move a school's price up or down:
Curriculum
International programmes (British, American, IB) cost more than national-curriculum schools because of accreditation, specialist staff and resources.
Education stage
Fees usually rise from kindergarten through to high school as teaching becomes more specialised.
Facilities & activities
Labs, sports, arts and technology raise a school's running costs — and its fees.
Location & reputation
Established schools in sought-after districts often command higher fees.
Costs beyond tuition
The headline fee rarely tells the whole story. In Muscat, families typically also budget for one-off registration or application fees, transport, uniforms, books and supplies, and activity or exam fees. Ask each school for a full annual breakdown — including any sibling or early-payment discounts — before you compare.
How to choose a school within your budget
Start by setting a realistic annual budget, then shortlist schools whose starting fees fall within it — the tables above make that quick. Narrow further by curriculum, stage and distance from home, and remember to factor in the extra costs above. Once you have two or three strong matches, contact them to confirm current fees and availability.
Frequently asked questions
How much are school fees in Muscat?
Across 125 schools in Muscat, annual tuition is typically around 850 OMR, ranging from 200 OMR to 5,620 OMR.
What are the cheapest schools in Muscat?
The most affordable schools start from about 200 OMR per year — see the full list above.
Do school fees vary by curriculum?
Yes. International curricula (British, American, IB) are usually more expensive than national-curriculum schools. See the by-curriculum breakdown above.
Do the fees include transport and books?
Usually not. Tuition is typically separate from transport, uniforms, books and registration — check each school for additional fees.
Are international schools in Muscat more expensive?
Generally yes. International-curriculum schools (British, American, IB) usually charge more than national-curriculum schools — see the by-curriculum breakdown above for the typical range in Muscat.
Can school fees be paid in installments?
Many schools in Muscat offer termly or monthly installment plans, and some give sibling or early-payment discounts. Availability varies by school, so confirm directly with each one.