Our teachers are recruited primarily locally hired in Qatar, although we also recruit internationally as needed. Some are native speakers, some are non-native speakers but are proficient in English.

Yes, additional sections for assistance are offered for both English and Arabic. In addition, teachers are generous with their time at lunch and after school to provide extra time for teaching and learning.

Arabic, French and Arabic for non-speakers

25

22

Yes, teacher assistants are employed at the kindergarten and early elementary years to assist with instruction.

Our vision is to integrate technology in the instructional programs.

Yes, MIS launched the use of Edmodo during COVID-19 and have recently transitioned to the use of Google Classroom as its learning platform.

Students of all faiths are welcome. MIS ensures that the Qatari Islamic values are respected. Islamic Studies is the subject that is offered to our Muslim students, in line with the local Ministry of Education's curriculum guidelines.

Students from MIS are diverse and, in line with our core values, staff work hard to ensure that any religion

SAT, ACT, MAP and the Ministry-mandated tests like PIRLS, PSAT and TIMSS.

Results in the past years have been very competitive, an indication that our students are able to perform well and, sometimes, even beyond international standards.

Yes. We encourage at least 1-2 hours of homework time daily, to enrich and reinforce what students have learned during the day.

Students may need between 30-90 minutes to complete homework each evening.

100%

Yes, we have an SEN program. MIS believes in inclusion in mainstream classrooms. We keep our case load not more than 15 every school year to ensure that we are able to adequately provide for those students with special learning needs.

Although the majority of the school are students who are mainstreamed, we do offer ample services for students with disabilities.

Our school extends their learning through differentiation and offers a variety of after school options.

Yes

Yes, we do. We use MAP (Measure of Academic Progress) screening tests. Students are tested in English (reading and writing) and math.

The outcome of their admission test results, their previous school report cards and recommendations are all factors for consideration in the acceptance of a student. On as-needed basis, our section principal or Head of School may meet with a new student and their parents to discuss any conditional admissions.

Yes -- at most grade levels, namely in the elementary/middle school.

Registration is open through October in Qatar, and new student applications begin as early as March each year.

As per Ministry of Education rules, MIS admits students.

7:15 a.m.

1:55 p.m.

For a short time period before and after (i.e. 30 minutes)

Yes, in most areas of Qatar.

A vendor offers a wide variety of choices for all lunches in our school canteen.

Yes

Yes

Robotics, Model United Nations, Odyssey of the Mind, Destination Imagination, School Olympics Program, as well as various academic/recreational field trips.

Yes, PE is offered twice a week for all students.

Yes, including the School Olympics Program and other inter-school competitions.

MIS facilities also include a library, auditorium, robotics lab, computer labs, and science labs (Chemistry, Physics and Biology).

Indoor multi-purpose gymnasium, an outdoor soccer field and track.

Our students are exceptionally focused on academics, as this is a college preparatory school. The environment is safe and, as diverse as its culture may be, the overall wellbeing of every student is the priority of our staff. At least 85% of students re-enroll each year.

As with the American curriculum, teachers encourage critical thinking, problem solving and creativity in the classroom learning process.