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Dear Parents, I am pleased to inform you that we have successfully completed the first full week of our reduced timetable, and both our staff and students have adapted well to this new routine. As we transition into warmer weather, it's essential to prioritize our...

Dear Parents, Ramadan Kareem to all! I extend my best wishes to everyone observing Ramadan, hoping this sacred month brings joy and serenity to each of you. Following a rainy weekend, Monday welcomed us back to school with clear skies and sunshine, a refreshing...

Dear Parents, Oman Week has been a fantastic journey filled with exciting trips and camps. Despite some weather challenges, everything proceeded smoothly, albeit with a few camps ending earlier than planned due to rain. The feedback from both students and staff has...

Dear Parents, This past week, we celebrated the Grade 6 IB PYP Exhibition, and it was truly inspiring to witness the dedication and hard work demonstrated by our Grade 6 students. Their commitment was evident, and we were thoroughly impressed by their efforts. The...

Dear parents, What a week this has been! With the weather causing disruptions to everyone in North Al Batinah, we are thankful that all are safe and the students have returned to school. With the postponement of Oman week activities, we have been able to rebook the...

Dear Parents, A significant event is taking place on Sunday morning at ABIS – the unveiling of the name of our aquatics center. It is with great pride that we announce the official designation of the facility as the "Al Masoudi Aquatics Center" in recognition of Mr....

Dear parents, Each day this week I was at the front gate meeting and greeting parents and students. This a great start to my day as I can say hello, have a chat and give and receive smiles from many. I would encourage you that if you see me at the gate to come up and...

Dear parents, The week concluded on a positive note because in the past two weeks we had observed litter on the ABIS grounds after lunch. Consequently, students are now required to finish their meals before engaging in outdoor activities, leading to a significant...

Dear parents, Welcome to the New Year 2024! I trust that your Winter Break was a time filled with wonderful moments with family and friends. We start 2024 with exciting news—the swimming pool is now open and fully prepared to host our students for their swimming...

Dear parents, As we conclude the calendar year, I am certain that everyone is looking forward to a well-deserved holiday for this winter break. Our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Fernando and Ms. Dorothy for creating and managing two outstanding Sports Days for...

Dear parents, We end this week with sadness at the passing of Paul Ridgway, a long time parent of the ABIS community. We extend our deepest condolences to his wife Dana and their four children. He will be missed by all. There is an open house between the hours of 10...

Dear parents, It has been an active week. Mr Fernando organised a basketball tournament in which our school and 3 others competed over 2 days. The results were very pleasing with our thanks to Mr Fernando, Mr Ferdi and Mr Michael for their work in training, and...

Dear Parents, Today's house picnic was a great success. Our students had a wonderful time, and it was heartwarming to see so many parents attend and participate in this special event. The house chants, particularly in the primary section located in the Mazoon...

Dear parents, To those observing the birthday anniversary of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), I extend my warmest wishes to you and your family. On Thursday, September 28, 2023, both the public and private sectors in the Sultanate of Oman will observe an official holiday. We...

Dear parents, This week was shorter than usual due to a professional learning day for our staff, focused on improving teaching and learning. Next week we expect an official holiday towards or at the end of the week to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be...

Dear Parents, I hope this message finds you well. Another week has passed, and I am pleased to report that everything is running smoothly in our classrooms. Despite the lingering heat outside, our students continue to enjoy their outdoor playtime. To ensure their...

Dear Parents, It has been a productive week for both our teachers and enthusiastic students as they settle into the new academic year. I've had the pleasure of visiting various classes, witnessing engaging interactions, and observing the remarkable work being...