Indian School Al Ghubra

Indian School Al Ghubra (ISG) is an independent, co-educational private day school located in Muscat, Oman. Established in July 1990 by Indian-born Omani businessman P Mohamed Ali, the school primarily serves the children of Indian expatriates in the Sultanate. With over 3250 students and more than 200 faculty members, ISG offers a comprehensive educational program from Kindergarten to the Senior Secondary level. The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and offers Science and Commerce streams for classes 11 and 12, including subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Informatics Practices, Multimedia and Web Technology, Accountancy, and Business Studies. Additionally, languages such as Malayalam, French, Arabic, Sanskrit, and Hindi are offered as Second and Third Languages from grade 6 to 10. The school's motto is "Strive for the Best." Indian School Al Ghubra is a global member of Round Square since 1996, which fosters a commitment to global citizenship, leadership, and international understanding through participation in international conferences, student exchanges, and service projects. The school employs innovative teaching-learning methods, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities such as smart classrooms, an audio-visual room, and well-equipped laboratories, including those with 3D printers, to facilitate interactive learning. An independent IT department with 164 workstations across three labs further augments computer education. Beyond academics, ISG places a strong emphasis on the holistic development of its students, offering ample opportunities in sports, art, music, and various hobby clubs. Mentorship programs and value education are integral to developing well-rounded, independent-thinking, and confident individuals with strong environmental, social, and moral values, as well as leadership and communication skills. Students are organized into four houses—Muscat, Nizwa, Sohar, and Sur—which compete in intra-school tournaments. The school has also achieved national and international recognition for its quiz teams.