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So many things happen at ABIS and we love to share!Grade 10 IBMYP Science-Science Beyond the Classroom
Our Grade 10 IBMYP scientists have been diving deep into the interconnectedness of global systems. Through the lens of Criterion D: Reflecting on the Impacts of Science, students have transitioned from theory to real-world application, investigating how scientific...
The Grade 9 Trip and then International Evening
What a busy week it was last week! The Grade 9 trip to Nizwa and then Muscat was a great success, and the students were a real credit to the school. We started off in nature (Wadi Hoqain), then experienced some of Oman's rich, cultural hertige in Nizwa and lastly had...
Grade 7 Advisory – Week 21
A short week for students this week in the run-up to Ramadan. I am attaching a copy of the Grade 7 Ramadan timetable for your information. This shall begin on Wednesday 18th February ONLY IF that day is announced as the first day of Ramadan. Otherwise it will begin on...
Learn From Downtime
Turning downtime into a learning experience is less about adding new tasks and more about shifting your perspective on "free time" to foster connection, curiosity, and self-regulation. For the Parent: Modeling and Reflecting Downtime is a prime opportunity for parents...
Grade 10 MYP Art
Grade 10 MYP Art students are currently working on Criteria B (Task 2: Developing Ideas) for their e-portfolio in the unit Future Through Art. At this stage, students are experimenting with different materials, techniques, and artistic processes to explore how...
Celebrating Learning & Community and the Weeks Ahead
Dear parents, This shorter week is due to Thursday being set aside as a dedicated Professional Development Day, providing our teachers with valuable time to engage in learning and professional growth. Earlier this week, our Grade 6 students presented their PYP...
Grade 11 and 12 Physics and Math
ANCHOR: "Let's start with the Physics Forecast." "SL Physics: Living in the Moment (Specifically, Direct Current)" "In the SL sector, we are keeping things strictly direct. We've wrapped our heads around DC Circuits, and frankly, the potential in this room is...
This week in Music
Dear Parents, I hope this message finds you well. It has been a high-energy week in the music department, filled with both public performance and significant classroom progress. Firstly, I would like to congratulate our students who participated in the International...
G6 – Exhibition Finale
Dear Parents, Thank you so much for attending our Exhibition finale this week. We genuinely hope that you enjoyed, not just seeing your own child’s work, but embracing the other student’s inquiries too. There was a really interesting range of topics and so many...
Learning Through New Perspectives
This was a short week, but one packed with learning! We had the opportunity to visit the Grade 6 PYP Exhibition, which, as always, was a wonderful culmination of their learning throughout their years in the PYP. It was a valuable experience for our students to see...
Week 21 in Grade 1A
We began a new unit called “How We Organise Ourselves,” and over the next few weeks, we will explore how people in a community work together to meet their needs and wants. We started by asking the questions: “What is a community? Who and what can we find in a...
Week 21 in 1B!
This week, our Grade 1 students had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Grade 6 PYP Exhibition. It was inspiring to see how confidently the Grade 6 students shared their learning, explained their inquiries, and spoke about the action they are taking to make a...
ABIS MUN
On Saturday, ABIS hosted a remarkable Model United Nations (MUN) conference that showcased exceptional student leadership, diplomacy, and collaborative problem-solving skills. This student-initiated and planned event drew participants from a number Sohar schools...
Collaboration Skills Practice in Grade 8: English
This week the Grade 8 students practiced their social skills of collaboration. They specifically focused on 3 strands of collaboration: Help others to succeed Encourage others to contribute Delegate and share responsibility In English, they worked as a team to analyse...
Week 20: From Muscat Memories to New Discoveries
Grade 5 enjoyed an unforgettable field trip to Muscat during Oman Week! We would like to say a heartfelt thank you for ensuring students arrived well packed and prepared, and to the students for their excellent behaviour, responsibility, and enthusiasm throughout the...
Exploring Still Life Through Shadow
Grade 7 students made the most of the beautiful weather by taking their still life studies outdoors. As part of their art unit, students explored cast shadow tracing as a starting point for a still life composition. This simple technique helped students observe shapes...
Oman Week
What a lovely Oman Week. We met the camels, learned about some traditional Omani crafts, learned more about the archeological dig at Sohar Fort and enjoyed Omani dances in our assembly. Next week we will go to Sanqar Beach and tonight we will enjoy the International...
Congratulations ABIS مبارك الباطنة الدولية
I would like to express my pride in you and extend my sincere thanks and appreciation for your honorable participation in the Quran Competition and for achieving outstanding positions at the Sohar level. This achievement is the result of your hard work, dedication,...
Melodies & Momentum: ABIS Music Weekly Update
Welcome back to the Music Blog! If last week was about setting the stage and dusting off the instruments, this week has been all about finding our groove. The energy in the music wing has shifted from exploration to creation, and it has been wonderful to hear the...
Oman week a success
Dear parents, This week has been a vibrant and meaningful one as we celebrated Oman Week across our school community, recognising the culture, history, and traditions of our host nation. Students engaged in learning both on campus and through a range of trips that...
Grade 11 IBDP Biology: From Lab Bench to Crime Scene
Our Grade 11 IBDP Biology students are currently diving deep into the cutting-edge world of biotechnology, mastering the intricate processes of PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) and Gel Electrophoresis. By simulating how scientists amplify specific DNA sequences and...
The Head's Blog
ABIS part of the MOE School Ratings Pilot Project!
Due to the important role that the private schools play in delivering the educational mission and achieving the goals intended, the Ministry of Education has decided to introduce a school ratings system. The system seems to be quite similar to the one that has been in...
Nautilus Coming to Sohar
Nautilus swim club will be using our swimming pool complex exclusively from next January. For those that have not heard of them, they are arguably the number one swim club for schools in Muscat. They recently hosted our first external swim gala. A wide range of swim...
Lady Pirates of the Carribean
What an adventure on the high seas it has been! This year's musical, Lady Pirates of the Caribbean, was a dream come true because for years we've wanted to do a pirate-themed show. With such a strong female cast (and our two faithful gents!), it only made sense to...
ABIS Beach Clean-up!
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the ABIS beach clean-up held at Sanqar Beach, Sohar last Saturday, Dec. 8th. Over 50 caring students, parents and teachers attended ready and willing to comb the beach for plastic, glass, styrofoam, buried fishing nets,...
Beach Clean Up this Saturday!
Dear ABIS Parents & Students, On Saturday, December 8th, 8:30 - 11 am, there will be the 5th Annual ABIS Community Beach Clean-up at Umq Beach near the Sanqar Park (Pirate Ship Park) in Sohar. We will meet at the parking lot at Umq Beach, not far from Dawood and...
Plasday – Give It a New Life!
Everyone was excited this week to see our special guest, Mr. Plasbin (Mr. Martin Mbuta). Mr. Plasbin visited ABIS this week to talk about the 3 Rs - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and to begin a new "Reuse" art project. The theme of his visit was GIVE IT A NEW LIFE! In...
ABIS Parent Contract
Dear parents, A few weeks ago, you received the ABIS parent contract that is required by the Omani Ministry of Education to be signed by both parents. Please return the signed copy to your child's homeroom teacher as soon as possible. Please also note that the...
Three Way Conferences Next Week!
Three-Way Conferences Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th November Next week you will receive the November Progress report for your child/children. The Primary Three-Way Conferences are scheduled to follow this and are scheduled for - Wednesday November 28th, from 3:30pm...
Mr. Plasbin is back!
Dear ABIS Parents, In accordance with the ABIS mission and vision to become well-rounded global citizens, we are excited to announce that ABIS is working to protect the environment though a recycling initiative called Plasbin with Mr. Martin Mbuta. If you would like...
A message from the Parent Liaison Committee
Dear Parents, We are very happy to share that The Parents Liaison Committee (PLC) of ABIS took off with a great start with our first official meeting at ABIS on Wednesday 24, 2018. A discussion was made regarding the roles, responsibilities and expectations of this...
Important letter coming home!
Recently, the Ministry of Education instructed all private schools to issue an annual contract to all parents of children attending the school. The contract clearly outlines the relationship between the school and the parents and lays out guidelines for offering and...
ABIS closed for national holidays
To celebrate the Prophet's Birthday and Oman National Day ABIS will be closed in line with the following announcement: "On the occasion of the the Prophet's (PBUH) birthday and the glorious 48th National Day, and as per the Royal Orders of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos...