Events & News
Dr. Khamis Obaid Al-Ajmi, President of the Arab Private Schools Federation (APSF), welcomed a delegation from the Council of Arab Economic Unity (CAEU) led by Dr. Ahmed Al-Sharif Mohamed, Assistant Secretary-General of the CAEU at Doha Office on 16 Aug 2024. The visit aimed to gain insights into the APSF’s impactful initiatives and services designed to elevate private education across Arab nations. The delegation was given an in-depth presentation showcasing the Federation's pivotal role in advancing private education through a variety of training programmes and innovative educational initiatives.
KNO School Al Rumais organised a press conference on 14 August 2024 in the newly inaugurated state-of-art auditorium. His Excellency Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed bin Rashid Al Balushi. Member of the Education, Scientific Research and Innovation Committee in the Shura Council, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Members of the Oman Journalist Association and many others participated in the event.
Tamkeen Education is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Oman Journalist Association (OJA) on 16 July 2024 in Al Rumais Hall, near the KNO School Al Rumais that will be opened in the near future.
In a significant move to enhance sports tourism in Oman, Mr. Sadiq Al Ajmi, CEO of Tamkeen Tourism, has signed an agreement with Mr. Hani Abouelezz, CEO of 1 Premier. This partnership aims to open access to prime sports and aquatics facilities at Jawharat Resorts to a wider range of participants globally.
The Tamkeen Forum on the Future of Education: Pathways and Innovations was conducted on May 16, 2024, at the Jawharat Al Rumais Resort, next to KNO Schools in Barka, South Al Batinah Governate. The forum attracted over 200 educators, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss transformative educational strategies. His Excellency, Engineer Masoud Bin Sayeed Bin Hashim Al Hashmi, Governor of South Al Batinah, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour, emphasising the critical role of innovative education pathways in cultivating future leaders.
Aligned with internationally recognised academic standards, these training sessions were carefully designed to address key areas of improvement identified through ongoing assessments and feedback mechanisms. From refining teaching techniques to optimising administrative workflows, every aspect of school operations was meticulously scrutinised and fine-tuned to ensure optimal performance and effectiveness.
KNO School Al Rumais, accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education, recently underwent an inspection by the Ministry of Education team. This marks a significant milestone in ensuring the quality and readiness of our upcoming educational facility.
The inaugural KNO Schools’ Marathon held on February 23, 2024, was a resounding success, witnessing enthusiastic participation from nearly 1,000 individuals across various age groups and categories. The marathon aimed to promote an active lifestyle and community engagement.
In a significant stride towards fostering innovation and empowering communities, Tamkeen, in collaboration with the Arab Board for Consulting & Training, organised a pioneering Empowerment Conference titled ‘Tamkeen Conference for Artificial Intelligence, Innovation and Entrepreneurship.’ The esteemed event unfolded from February 13 to 15, 2024, at the picturesque Jawharat Resorts, under the patronage of His Excellency Mahmoud bin Suleiman Al Dhahli, Governor of Ash Sharqiyah North Governorate.
55 budding football stars from the Tamkeen Sports Academy, accompanied by 15 dedicated staff members, embarked on an 8-day adventure in Shiraz, Iran, commencing 23 January 2024.
Under the thoughtful leadership of Mr. Khamis bin Obaid Al-Ajmi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of KNO Schools, the Tamkeen Group extended scholarship to two children returning from the Gaza Strip – Jana and Rakan. On January 14, the school welcomed the Omani family with open arms, reflecting not only the group's commitment to education but also the profound compassion and patriotic spirit of the Omani people.
KNO School Khabourah took the lead in fostering professional growth of our esteemed Early Education Teachers, by hosting a dynamic development programme on January 11, 2024. This impactful event, meticulously organised under the supervision of the Early Education Department at the General Directorate of Education in the North Al Batinah Governorate, was designed to elevate the efficiency and skills of our Teachers.
An Open Sports Day was organised by KNO School Khabourah as the second term got underway. The event was conducted in cooperation with the Tamkeen Sports Academy in the gymnasium of the Al Khabourah Sports Club.
Keeping in the ethos of the Tamkeen Group towards building better society, the KNO School Khabourah offered financial support to the Omani Association for Persons with Disabilities in Sohar on 27 Dec 2023.
The KNO School Leadership Camp was meticulously organised by the Tamkeen Group at their idyllic Jawaharat Bidiyah Resort (JBR) from 21 to 23 December 2023. During this immersive experience, our students delved into a diverse array of activities including dynamic Zumba sessions, engaging creativity workshops, and invaluable leadership skill development opportunities.
An Open Day was conducted at KNO School Khabourah on 11 Dec 23. During the Open Day the parents interacted with the teachers and staff of the school to inquire about the progress their children. The parents provided valuable feedback to the school staff and children with respect to their expectations and experience. The parents were informed about the programme for the forthcoming semester and also various initiatives being undertaken by the school to make the learning experience even better.
A team from the Parents’ Council of the KNO School Khabourah headed by Mr Ali bin Saif Al Afani, the President of Council visited Al Rumais and Bidiya on 08 Dec 2023. They reviewed the progress of the construction of the KNOSTEAM School, Al Rumais and KNOLeadership School, Bidiya. The team was briefed about the various facilities that would be available in these two sites to ensure a conducive education and learning environment. The team visited the mock classroom at each location to enable them to have a feel of the classroom experience. The team were also briefed about various initiatives and units of the Tamkeen Group that would make educational eco-system a productive and fruitful one.
Students participated with fervour in the annual #SportsDay activities organised by the KNO School, Khabourah. The conduct of Sports Day encourages students to embrace physical activities and promotes sportsman spirit amongst them.
A series of scintillating artistic performances was witnessed during the school's celebration of the Arab School Library Day.
His Excellency Omar bin Ali Al Hosni, member of the Shura Council in the state of Al Khabourah, inaugurated the Solar Energy System at a glittering ceremony in the #KNO_School Khabourah, in presence of members of the Municipal Council, CEOs of the Tamkeen Group, and members of the Board of Trustees. The ceremony included a tribute to those supervising the operations of the system and the cooperating parties, followed by a tour to see the system.
During the first meeting to form the Parents Council, owing to his extensive professional experience, Mr. Ali bin Saif Al-Afani was elected as the President of the Parents Council at the KNO School, Khabourah. The members of the Council also toured and inspected the new building facilities that are in their advanced stages of commissioning.
KNO School is part of GREEN project Schools in OMAN. Green Schools project has been launched by the Ministry of Education, Sultanate of Oman to ensure sustainability of the environment by harnessing the power of students’ minds. This theme forms part of our School's Vision and strategic goals.
On October 29, 2023, our school came alive with a vibrant and educational celebration of Animal Day, embracing a sustainability-focused perspective. It was a day dedicated to raising awareness about the critical importance of animals in our world and the urgent need to protect their rights and habitats for the sake of a sustainable future.