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[TESOL PRO]

Does any one have any information on ELS Sohar?

[veiledsentiments]

I am assuming that you have read the three threads on Sohar just below this one. A search is always the best start to narrow down your questions.

ELS has a patchy reputation in Oman.

VS

[omanized]

ELS is fine - I have worked for them in Muscat and Sohar on a part-time basis many times. Average to good students, attitude-wise - easy program to pick-up and teach, they pay on time and are friendly to deal with - what more can you ask ??

omzd

[Geronimo]

Hi TESOL PRO,

Can't comment on ESL, as I haven't worked for that chain. However, I can state that Sohar is a quiet town in a pleasant setting. It has a great beach and there's striking mountain scenery closeby.

This area is developing quite rapidly mainly due to the Sohar Port Development Scheme Project. And there are rumours of a multiplex cinema; of Crown Plaza and Radisson hotels; and an airport arriving in this district in the next few years.

As an English teacher currently working in Sohar I can recommend these two websites:

http://www.geocities.com/soharsg/ - check out its newsletters for information on the expats' social scene here; and www.soharmusicfestival.com for info on the Sohar Music Festival.

[Archangel]

However bad ELS Sohar might be, Sohar College of Higher Education will be far worse, believe me. Never, ever consider working for them!!