Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
GEMS Wellington School - Qatar is a new school that opened in Academic Year 2015/16 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
We have over 30 different nationalities in our school. |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, we have Native English speaking teachers. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic as a first and second language. Spanish and French starting from year 3. |
| Max. number of students per class |
The maximum number of students in Foundation Stage Class is 22 and from Year 1 upwards it is 25. |
| Average number of students per class |
The average number of students in each classroom is 23 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, each class up to year 2 will have a teacher and teaching assistant. From year 3 upwards, each class will have a teacher and share teaching assistants between 2-3 classes. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Homework is given to students with the amount depending on their age group. For the earlier years, the focus is on Reading, Writing and Maths. We offer interactive lessons using a variety of digital. resources |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes, we are currently using virtual classroom technologies for all students. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Muslim Students learn Islamic Studies in both English or Arabic |
| External examinations or assessments available |
In year 11 they will sit iGCSE/GCSE examinations.. In year 13 we are offering GCSE A' Levels. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Homework is given to students with the amount depending on their age group. For the earlier years, the focus is on Reading, Writing and Maths. Longer tasks are expected for the older students. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Our school does have a fulltime Inclusion Department with fully trained teachers and staff members. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Extension and enrichment in the classrooms and through extra curricular activities. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
New students may be required to complete an appropriate level assessment to determine placement and fit. For FS1, FS2 and KS1 this will be an observation based assessment and looks at basic sounds, letters, number, shapes and colours. For Year 3 upwards will sit for a CAT4 Assessment |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
7:30am Sunday to Thursday |
| School finish time |
Foundation Stage 1 finish at 12:15pm Sunday to Thursday
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Supervised care is only provided if the student uses the school bus service or if a child in foundation stage has an older sibling. |
| School bus service available |
Yes, we have a bus service, with different pick up and drop off locations around Doha. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes , optional |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
The canteen will offer a selection of hot and cold food. The hot food menu will be changed daily offering a selection of chicken, beef, fish,a vegetarian dish, rice, pasta and selection of vegetables. Cold sandwiches, wraps, salads and fruit will also be available. |
| Uniform required |
All children are required to wear school uniform. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Our school offers a variety of extracurricular activities based around sports, STEM, physical education, arts and crafts, leadership, well-being, and much more. Options for students change each term. |
| Sports activities included |
Invasion games (football, hockey, netball, basketball), multi-skills, cricket, dance, gymnastics |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Libraries, multi-purpose hall, food technology lab, computer labs, design technology lab, music rooms, science labs, prayer rooms, drama studio, dance studio, art room. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Full size 3G astro, 4 multi-use game areas, dance studio |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
High expectations of manners with an emphasis on core basic standards in English, Maths and Science. This is set within a curriculum that encourages creativity, enterprise and educational technology. Each pupil is seen as an individual and teachers strive to meet their academic, creative, sporting and pastoral potential. |
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