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So many things happen at ABIS and we love to share!This week in Music
Dear Parents, I hope this message finds you well. It has been an eventful week in the music department as our students navigate the planning and developmental stages of their new units. Our MYP music students are deeply immersed in their projects. Here is an update on...
How can we express our creativity?
This week we have continued exploring how we can express ourselves through different types of performances: dance, music, puppetry, theatre, poetry, drawing or painting, etc. We have discussed what can inspire us, including using our imagination to help us express our...
From Repurposing to Persuading… Next Stop: Muscat!
We have had a busy and engaging week in Grade 5! Students have been exploring ethical and sustainable choices in different ways. Some students are wrapping up their work on repurposed items, taking something they no longer use and giving it a new life. Others have...
Creative Learning in Visual Arts
IB Visual Arts students are currently completing their second exhibition artwork, an important requirement for their Internal Assessment. It has been exciting to see a wide range of media being explored, from ceramics to printmaking techniques, as students develop...
Spot The Shape…
Dear Parents, Students are exploring 2D and 3D shapes. They used their problem solving skills and social skills to collaborate and form some 2D shapes.
Week 19: Perspectives and Coordinate Planes
Week 19 in 1B
This week, we began our new Unit of Inquiry, How We Organise Ourselves. To tune in, we explored the difference between needs and wants and discussed how our choices can look different depending on what is necessary, what is helpful, and what we simply enjoy. Students...
Partnerships That Shape Success | Teacher–Parent Conferences .
G11 and 12 Chemistry Update.
In Grade 11 Chemistry, students have successfully navigated the complexities of chemical bonding, including ionic and covalent bonds, Lewis structures, and molecular shapes. Next week, the focus shifts to metallic bonding and giant covalent structures, followed by an...
G8 Science: The Impact of Waves
Our Grade 8 students have started their new unit focused on the Impact of Waves. We are exploring the Statement of Inquiry: Interactions reveal relationships that drive discovery and advancement. Students are currently working in specialized research teams to...
G7 Science: Impact of forces around us.
This week, our Grade 7 scientists officially kicked off their new unit on Forces, Energy, and Work. To build a foundational understanding, students have been working in collaborative research groups to become "experts" on a specific force. Each group is responsible...
Grade 11 IBDP ESS- The Quadrat Quest
This week, our Grade 11 Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) students swapped their textbooks for field gear to master the art of ecological surveying. By deploying quadrat sampling, a fundamental technique used by ecologists worldwide; students transitioned from...
Expressing ourselves throughout !
Dear Robloxian parents, It was lovely to see some parents for the parent teacher conferences this week, thank you for consistently working as a team with me. This really helps with your child’s well being and progress. We have begun our new Unit of Inquiry, How We...
Community, Learning, and Upcoming Events
Dear parents, Parent–Teacher Conferences took place earlier this week, and I would like to thank the families who met with teachers to discuss progress and next steps. If you were unable to attend, please reach out to your child's teacher if you need further...
Week 18: Learning, Creating, and Looking Ahead
Important Trip Information: We are very excited about our upcoming Grade 5 residential trip to Muscat from 1–3 February. This will be a fantastic opportunity for students to apply their learning in real-life settings and make lasting memories with their classmates....
Assembly and Mainly Maths!
After another short holiday, we worked hard to get back into the school routine again this week. Students are becoming more independent and are able to do our morning routine by themselves, almost. They take it in turns to change the date, check the register, explain...
Developing inferential skills at home
Dear Parents and Carers, Every day, children make guesses and notice clues about what people are thinking, feeling, or about to do even in small conversations at home. You can support this natural curiosity while reading together or during daily life by encouraging...
تكريم الفائزين والمشاركين في مسابقة تحدي القراءة
تم تكريم الطلاب الفائزين بمسابقة تحدي القراءة وتوزيع الشهادات والهدايا عليهم في الاذاعة. المدرسية
French Connections: Conversations and Next Steps – Week 2
Dear Parents, Thank you to all those who came to Parent Teacher Conferences this week. It was a real pleasure to meet you, exchange perspectives, and have such meaningful conversations about your children’s learning. These discussions are invaluable in helping us plan...
Language and Literature اللغة والأدب
During their study of the unit entitled Illegal Migration, tenth-grade students explored one of the most prominent contemporary humanitarian and social issues that directly affects societies at both the local and global levels. The students examined the concept of...
Islamic Competition
It was an exciting and enjoyable event.The competition was very enthusiastic, and the students asked for specific gifts they preferred, so their wishes were fulfilled.
The Head's Blog
New teachers in ABIS!
Well it's that time of year again where new ABIS staff have arrived safely in Sohar and at ABIS. We have had loads of fun this week getting to know each other and the school. We've had exciting workshops on school policies, Visible Thinking and curriculum. We are...
Graduation Day
On May 24th, ABIS celebrated its fourth graduation ceremony at Crowne Plaza ballroom. It was a night of fun, laughter and good memories. We recognized and celebrated the achievements of our very own Magnificent Seven - Andee, Anton, David, Isaac, Trisha, Willem and...
ABIS Staff Goodbyes & Hellos
At ABIS we are lucky to have a really a fantastic team of teachers. However, every year we must say goodbye to a group of committed educators who will be moving on to pastures new over the summer! Leaving the Primary School this year are Laura Burton (K3) who is...
ABIS Achievement
Dear Parents As a part of Al Batinah International School achievements, we are pleased to announce that Miss Michelle Simpson our primary Team Leader has received an award for an educational initiative in the North Al Batinah Governorate, where she participated in...
Breakfast for the Seniors
Thursday, May 24th from 8:20to 9:00, the Student Council is organizing a breakfast treat in honor of Andee, Anton, David, Isaac, Trisha, Willem and Ziyad. The seven seniors are set to graduate later in the evening, and LC 2 students would like to give them a proper...
Final Twilight Concert
Last Monday, we were treated to an enchanting evening of musical performances by Grade 5 to Grade 10 students. It is amazing to see the progress the students have made, especially by the ones who have only picked up an instrument this year. We also had the chance to...
The ABIS Grand Opening: A Showcase of Our Students
On April 11th, ABIS welcomed over 200 guests from around the country to celebrate the completion of the expansion of the school campus . We were honored by the presence of H.E. Shaikh Mohammed Bin Marhoon Al Mamari State Counselor. This event is not just to celebrate...
Opening Ceremony pictures and thank you’s!
Thank you all for your support today as we celebrated the opening of our completed new campus. As the chair of our board pointed out it was a very smart bunch here today as we managed to make our butterflies! Thanks for your patience and efforts with that activity. We...
Grand Opening of ABIS
On Wednesday the Mazoon building welcomed many visitors and supporters of the school to attend the Official opening ceremony. Our visitors included His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Marhoon Al Ma'amari, State Counsellor, who officially opened the school. Other guests...
Head Lice
Dear Parents There have been cases of headlice reported at school and your child may have been exposed. During this break please do a thorough check for headlice on your child. What are headlice? Headlice are little insects with moving legs. They are often not much...
Chickenpox
Dear Parents There has been a case of chickenpox at school and your child may have been exposed. If your child has not had chickenpox before it is quite likely that he/she will catch it. What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is a common childhood illness. Fever and cold...
Ministry Of Health Visit
We had a visit from the Ministry of Health practitioners. They were here to do a general checkup on our students eg: hearing, height and weight. Thank you to all parents for your cooperation.