Welcome to my blog!
One of the most important skills that students learn at school is the ability to communicate effectively. Sharing our learning is important and here in my blog I will attempt to share some what is important with you.
I hope you find it useful and informative.
ABIS speaks at Schoolex 2018
On 12 to 14 February, SCOOLEX 2018, Oman’s largest gathering of private education professionals was held at the new Oman Convention and Exhibition Center in Muscat. Organised by the Ministry of Education General Directorate of Private Schools, the event brought...
ALUMNI NEWS: Harshit and Teja, Class of 2017
On the 21st of December, Grades 9 to 12 were treated to an alumni talk on American university life by last year's graduates - Harshit and Teja. Harshit is currently enrolled in the University of Drexel, taking software engineering while Teja is in Embry Riddle, taking...
MYP student induction begins
On the 24th of January, the current 7th graders had an introduction session about the Middle Years Programme (MYP) with Ms. Ann Gaillard in her capacity as MYP Coordinator. The Grade 7 students discussed the benefits of being able to transition from one IB programme...
Workshop for the Ministry of Education
On the 16th of January, Al Batinah International School (ABIS) had an opportunity to welcome eighteen staff of the Ministry of Education to learn more about the school and its IB programmes: PYP, DP and the upcoming MYP. Ms Michelle Simpson and Ms Ann Gaillard gave...
Beach Cleanup Details
Dear ABIS Community! Please join us this Friday morning (Jan. 12th) for the 5th Annual ABIS Beach Clean-up! Every piece of trash we collect from the beach is one less piece that will end up in our precious ocean waters, protecting sea life, birds and ultimately us...
School Open Today
School is open today. We have checked the roads around the school, the highway and in Syam and everything appears to be clear. The weather forecast is a 50% chance of showers or rain until lunchtime and then no rain after that. Parents are advised to make their own...
ABIS Parent Zone in LC3
Dear Parents, We are happy to announce the formal opening of our ABIS Parent Zone in LC 3 where you can connect with other parents, learn and find answers from the ABIS staff. In the attached flyer, you can find out more information about the ABIS Book Exchange,...
Important news from the Head of School
Today we had the Minister of Health visit the school. He spent his time looking around our school and talking with the students. Sarah (Grade 3) and Mais (Grade 1) presented the Minister with a welcoming bunch of flowers. Building and Curriculum Update Meeting on...
Clothing Update
The online clothing shop is proving a success with over 230 orders completed. There are some items due from Lands' End which will be delivered directly to those who are waiting for orders to be completed. Orders can be placed at any time online: abisoman/shop If...
Photos are ready to order
Last month, Lensman Studios Photographers visited the school to take individual, class, sibling and family portraits. The digital thumbnails are ready for you to view in order to place an order. Please view the photographs using the links below and complete...
Books Needed: Parent, Staff and Student Bookswap to be launched! Primary Assembly information
As part of our quest to develop LC3 into a community hub, we are starting a book swap bookshelf. To get this started, we are in need of books! Any books - children, young adult, adult, non-fiction, magazines, any language! Please bring them along to LC3 and pop...
Clothing Shop Open Next Week
Many clothing orders are now complete with just a few outstanding items on their way from Landsend. If you have paid, these will be delivered directly to your child on arrival at school. The shop will be open next week at the following times: Tuesday 26th September 3...
Holiday announced on Sunday
The public holiday has been announced for Sunday. As such, school will be closed on Sunday but open as normal tomorrow. We look forward to seeing everybody bright and early at 8:15 tomorrow. Have a lovely evening!
Clothing Sales Update
The Clothing Shop will be open in LC3 for you to browse the samples and make an order on the following dates: Tuesday 5th September 8 - 9 am Wednesday 6th September 3 - 4 pm Online orders can be made at abisoman/shop. If you use the coupon 'Returning10%' you will...
Holidays announced!
Eid al-Adha holidays have been announced for residents in Oman. The holidays will begin on Thursday, August 31 and end on Monday, September 4. As a result, school will be closed next Thursday, Sunday & Monday and will resume on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at the...
Welcome Back!
We are so happy to see everybody back at school. School's are empty places without children! It has been a really busy summer with a huge amount of change. Although we are still not finished, the construction team has been working incredibly hard to get as many of our...
Start of School Update: how far did we get over the summer?!
There have been a range of changes that have taken place over the summer and I wanted to let you know in advance where we have got to! Early Years (ECC) The Early Years Building has been extensively renovated to create wonderful new spaces for our youngest children....
Returning Teachers, New Teachers, Grades and Classes
Welcome to the first post for the academic year 2017-2018! All of our new staff have arrived in Sohar safe and sound. We have been busy this week with orientation and getting ready for students and parents' return. A reminder that there is Open Day for new students on...
Introducing Our New Teaching Staff for August
After searching across the globe, ABIS is proud to introduce our twelve new staff who will join our expanding team in August. We are delighted to welcome these diverse and talented individuals who all come with excellent recommendations. Take a moment to read their...
Teachers leaving…. new staff coming
Please prepare yourself for a long email as it is time to share some of our plans relating to next year’s staffing with you. But first we must say goodbye to a very dedicated secondary team leader and seven exceptional teachers who have given so much to the...