Ideal Indian School vs M.E.S. Indian School of Doha

	I Ideal Indian School Doha, Qatar	M M.E.S. Indian School of Doha Doha, Qatar
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year QAR 3,990 - 7,928	Fees / year QAR 4,252 - 8,295
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Day School
Curriculum	Curriculum Indian Curriculum	Curriculum Indian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 2,024
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1982	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Ideal Indian School is located in Abu Hamour, Doha, Qatar, on Salwa Road (PB 2836). The campus sits in a busy expatriate area with straightforward road access. The official address is Abu Hamour, Doha-Qatar.	Location The M.E.S Indian School is located in Abu Hamour, Doha, Qatar. The Abu Hamour campus sits in a residential area with access to major roads and local amenities. The school is served by a comprehensive transport network.
Stages	Stages The school serves Kindergarten through Grade 12. It is organized into four sections: Kindergarten, Junior Section, Boy's Section, and Girl's Section, with some wings designated by gender. The campus uses separate boy and girl sections in the appropriate divisions.	Stages Kindergarten to Grade 12 (KG to XII). The CBSE affiliation covers Grades 1-12, and the school provides education from KG through XII.
School type	School type The school is co-educational. It operates gender-segregated wings within certain sections and runs a double-shift system (morning and afternoon/evening) to accommodate demand.	School type Co-educational day school. A double-shift system operates (morning and afternoon/evening) with MOEHE permission; there is no boarding facility.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students represent more than 33 nationalities; the school states it is open to other expatriate communities. The exact local-to-international ratio and the most represented nationality are not publicly published.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school describes inclusive teaching practices aimed at diverse talents. Specific SEN provisions are not publicly listed.	Additional learning support Guidance and Counselling services include need assessment, early identification and intervention, academic development, support for slow learners, counselling for students/parents, behaviour therapy/modification, social skills training, anger and stress management, aptitude testing, career guidance, referrals for clinical analysis, and follow-up services.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), India, and open to other expatriate communities.	Country affiliation Affiliated to CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education, Delhi) and recognized by the Qatar Ministry of Education and Higher Education; it follows the Indian curriculum.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is listed.	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated; the school's aims emphasize national identity and culture.
School day structure	School day structure The school operates a two-session model: a morning session and an afternoon/evening session. The evening shift typically runs around 1:00–6:00 PM or 2:00–7:00 PM depending on grade, with the morning session in the daytime. Timings may vary by grade.	School day structure Class timings for Grades I–XII are Sunday to Thursday from 6:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Administrative offices run from 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.; Saturday hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. An afternoon session (2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) is available under a double-shift arrangement.
Bus service details	Bus service details A transport service is provided. A Doha-based transport line can be contacted at 66674599; inside-Doha transport is offered with an annual fee of 2750 QAR.	Bus service details The school operates a large bus fleet of about 130 vehicles, serving around 100 destinations across Qatar. Routes are organized into four zones; each zone is overseen by route inspectors (roughly 25 buses and 25 routes per inspector). Buses board at designated stops with safety procedures and transport rules in place; there are parking areas with buses both inside and outside the campus.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration fees - Registration fee (one-time): QAR 200 per student. - Student assessment fee (one-time, where applicable): QAR 100 for Grades 1–12; not charged for KG-1 and KG-2. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - KG‑1: QAR 3,990 per year. - KG‑2: QAR 3,990 per year. - Grade 1 (STD‑01): QAR 4,463 per year. - Grade 2 (STD‑02): QAR 4,463 per year. - Grade 3 (STD‑03): QAR 4,463 per year. - Grade 4 (STD‑04): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 5 (STD‑05): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 6 (STD‑06): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 7 (STD‑07): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 8 (STD‑08): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 9 (STD‑09): QAR 5,723 per year. - Grade 10 (STD‑10): QAR 5,723 per year. - Grade 11 (STD‑11): QAR 7,928 per year. - Grade 12 (STD‑12): QAR 7,928 per year. Optional / Additional annual fees - Transport (inside Doha): QAR 2,750 per student per year (optional). - Transport (outside Doha): QAR 3,300 per student per year (optional). Per‑term detail and billing frequency - The published fee schedule lists the amounts as annual charges by year group and identifies the registration and assessment amounts as one‑time charges. The publicly published fee schedule does not provide a per‑term numerical breakdown or a fixed instalment timetable in the fee document itself. Parents receive and make payments through the school Parent Portal; invoicing and the specific billing instalments are delivered through that payment system. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payments are handled through the Parent Portal payment integration (Mograsys Parent Portal). The portal is used to select the payment type, complete the online payment and download the official receipt. The payment instructions specify using Google Chrome on a laptop/desktop and completing each student's payment separately. The fee document itself presents annual amounts; the school issues invoices and receipts through the Parent Portal. Late‑payment penalties or formal instalment deadlines are not published in the public fee schedule. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed among the school facilities or in the published fee schedule; no boarding fees are published. The school's facilities and admissions materials list day‑school sections and transport but do not publish boarding/hostel charges. Other costs and charges (uniforms, books, supplies, extra activities) - Uniforms: The school specifies an authorised uniform supplier and gives the supplier location; uniform costs are not published in the fee schedule. Parents should expect separate charges for uniforms and for any textbooks or stationery as required. - Extracurricular or activity charges: The published fee table does not list recurring activity fees beyond the tuition, registration and assessment charges. Any additional fees for clubs, special trips or optional services would be invoiced separately through the Parent Portal or school circulars (not itemised in the public fee schedule). Refund information - The published fee schedule lists which items are one‑time (registration and assessment) but does not include a public, itemised refund policy in the fee document itself. No specific refund terms or refund schedule are published in the publicly available fee document or the online payment instructions. Fee payment options and receipt - Online payment: Payments are processed via the Parent Portal payment gateway integrated into the Mograsys Parent Portal. The instructions describe the online payment flow, the need to use the portal to select payment type and download the receipt after a successful transaction. The portal uses a payment gateway flow that requires OTP confirmation. - Other payment methods: the public fee documents and online payment instruction focus on the Parent Portal gateway; no separate, detailed list of alternate payment channels (bank transfer details or in‑person cashier procedures) is published in the fee document itself. Official approval - The fee schedule is published as a Ministry‑approved fees structure for the academic year 2025–2026 and presents the annual figures above.	Fee details Application / Admission fee - One‑time admission fee (payable at enrolment): - KG classes: QAR 241. - Classes I–III: QAR 302. - Classes IV–VIII: QAR 422. - Classes IX–X: QAR 482. - Classes XI–XII: QAR 482. Tuition fees (by year group) — annual and per‑term - Tuition is published as an annual amount and is payable in three terms (equal instalments). Annual and per‑term figures (annual ÷ 3) are: - KG (all kindergarten levels): Annual QAR 4,252 → Per term QAR 1,417.33. - Classes I–III: Annual QAR 4,777 → Per term QAR 1,592.33. - Classes IV–VIII: Annual QAR 5,040 → Per term QAR 1,680.00. - Classes IX–X: Annual QAR 6,090 → Per term QAR 2,030.00. - Classes XI–XII: Annual QAR 8,295 → Per term QAR 2,765.00. Transport / bus fees - Transportation fees are listed as a separate charge. Example (as published): KG transport — Inside Doha QAR 3,500; Outside Doha QAR 4,500. Transport fees for other classes are presented in the school's transport arrangements and fee schedule. Transport charges must be paid in advance and there is no refund for transport once charged. Other mandatory or standard charges - Insurance: QAR 536. - E‑learning fee: QAR 500. - Documentation fee: QAR 107. - Level determination fee: QAR 127. - Stationery fee: QAR 250. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is payable in three terms covering: Term I (April–July), Term II (August–November) and Term III (December–March). Each term's tuition instalment is due before the start of that term. Published due dates are: on or before 11 April (Term I), on or before 11 September (Term II) and on or before 11 December (Term III). Transport fees follow a similar term schedule and may also be paid for the full year in a single payment. Late or non‑payment may result in removal of a student from the school roll; re‑admission is considered only after settlement of outstanding fees and with required approvals. Payment methods and counters - Fees can be paid online through approved banks or at the school's fee payment counters during published school payment hours. Parents may opt to pay the full year's fees in a single payment where permitted. Boarding / hostel - The school does not provide boarding/hostel accommodation; it operates as a day school. Refunds, pro‑rata charges and cancellations - If a student leaves the school before completing the first month of a term, fees will be charged on a pro‑rata basis for that period. Transport charges are non‑refundable once levied (school transport policy states no refund). Late payment may lead to removal from the roll and re‑admission only after all dues are cleared and approvals obtained. Discounts or fee concessions (if any) are subject to submission of supporting details and approval by the relevant authorities. Additional notes and specific cases - Students promoted from Class XI to XII are required to pay the fee for the full academic year (April–March) as per the published schedule. - Uniform costs are not shown as a separate, fixed fee in the published fee schedule; uniform purchase is handled separately under school supplies/uniform arrangements. (Amounts shown are as published in the school's approved fee schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year.)
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi under the 10+2 pattern and is recognized by Qatar's Supreme Education Council; CBSE syllabi and textbooks are followed for all classes, with qualifying examinations at the end of Classes X and XII, and English as the medium of instruction. KG I offers English (Phonetic), Mathematics, Conversation, Rhymes, General Knowledge, and Art & Games, while KG II adds English, Mathematics, Conversation, Rhymes, General Knowledge, EVS, and Art & Games. Classes I to IV include English, Second Language, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Qatar History, Art & Craft, General Knowledge, Holy Quran / Dance, Islamic Studies / Moral Science, Music, Physical Education, Work Experience (Computer Science) and a Third Language is offered only in Class IV. Classes V to VIII cover English, Second Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, Third Language, Art, Islamic Studies / Moral Science, Physical Education, Dance, Music, Environmental Studies, Work Experience (Computer Science), and co-curricular activities such as General Knowledge, Maths Quiz and Creative Writing. For IX–X, English (Language & Literature), Second Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Art, Physical Education, Environmental Studies, Qatar History, Work Experience (Computer Science), and co-curriculars; in XI–XII, three CBSE-aligned streams are offered—Science, Commerce and Humanities—with the listed subject combinations and electives; Second Languages (I–X) include Arabic, French, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam and Tamil, while Third Languages (IV–VIII) add Kannada and Marathi; participation in Work Experience, Physical Education and Co-curricular Activities is compulsory for XI–XII and assessed under CBSE.	Curriculum details The school follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi, India syllabus across all levels from Pre-Primary to Senior Secondary. Pre-Primary Classes (Kindergarten I–II) include English, Mathematics, General Knowledge, Conversation/EVS/Science, Art & Craft, PT, Swimming, Computer Science, Music, Dance, Yoga, DEAR period, and I Love Qatar (Qatar History). Primary Classes (I–IV) cover English, Modern Mathematics, EVS, Qatar History, Islamic Studies/Moral Science, Computer Science, Art & Craft, Music, Dance, PE, General Knowledge, with Second Language options (Hindi/Malayalam/French/Arabic/Urdu/Tamil) and a Third Language option (Hindi or another language) contingent on uptake. Middle School (V–VIII) adds English, Modern Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, PE, Art Education, Work Education, General Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence, with Second Language options (Hindi/Malayalam/French/Arabic/Urdu/Tamil) and Third Language options (Arabic/Malayalam/Urdu/Kannada/French/Hindi). Secondary (IX–X) comprises English Language & Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, with internal assessments in Value Education, Health Education, PE, Art Education and Work Education; AI is introduced in IX. Senior Secondary (XI–XII) offers three Science groups with distinct subject combinations, a Commerce stream, and an Arts/Humanities stream; Core/Elective subjects are outlined per group, with internal assessments (General Studies, Physical & Health Education, Work Education) and Skill Subjects such as Design, Marketing, Tourism and Early Childhood Care and Education. Subject schemes may be updated by CBSE, with no changes allowed in XI after the first term and none in XII.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submit online applications for Morning and Evening sessions via the Admission Online Portal. Online applications are mandatory and no walk-in admissions are entertained. Admissions are provisional and subject to approval from MOEHE and CBSE. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for document verification and an Admission Assessment. 2. Age criteria apply as of 30 September 2025 for the Evening Session. The age ranges are: KG-1 is 3 years 4 months to 4 years 11 months 29 days; KG-2 is 4 years to 5 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 1 is 5 years to 7 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 2 is 6 years to 8 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 3 is 7 years to 9 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 4 is 8 years to 10 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 5 is 9 years to 11 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 6 is 10 years to 12 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 7-14 is 14 years 11 months 29 days. The date reference is 30 September 2025. 3. Document requirements at application time include: 1. valid QID copies of the student and both parents; 2) valid passport copies of the student and both parents; 3) copy of child's immunization record; 4) birth certificate; 5) MOFA-attested mark sheet of the previous class if studied abroad; 6) Transfer Certificate countersigned by the education board if not CBSE; 7) Qatar national address (from Metrash); 8) parent employment letter (from Metrash/employer); 9) parent's undertaking (download from the application). At application time, items 1, 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8 are mandatory. 4. MOFA attestation is required for admission when transferring from abroad; MOFA-attested previous class mark sheet is mandatory to complete admission formalities (Class 2 onwards). Document submission deadlines are: for admissions before May 31, submit within 15 days of admission; for admissions from June 1 onwards, MOFA documents must be submitted at the time of application. All pending documents must be submitted before the deadline, failing which the admission may be cancelled. All admissions are provisional and subject to MOEHE and CBSE approval. 5. Eligibility and admissions are online only; there are no walk-in admissions. Shortlisted candidates will be notified for document verification and an Admission Assessment. Shortlisted candidates must present the Admission Assessment Intimation at the Security Gate for entry. 6. Selection is based on available vacancies, submitted documents, and admission rules. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for document verification and an Admission Assessment. Shortlisted candidates must present the Admission Assessment Intimation at the Security Gate for entry. All admissions are PROVISIONAL and subject to approval from MOEHE and CBSE.	Admissions 1. Online registration for KG I to XII is required. Existing Parents must register through the Parents portal; non-sibling category uses the Guest login to apply online. Create a login with a valid email address, check your email for login details, then log in to complete the application. Attach the required copies (QID and Passport copies for student and parents) and submit; after admission the final report card from the previous school must be submitted to the Administrative office with the school seal and Principal's signature. 2. Track your application. Use the same username and password to check the status of your application. Incomplete online applications will be rejected. Only one application shall be submitted per student; multiple applications for the same student will be rejected. 3. Admissions eligibility and communications. The school is affiliated with CBSE New Delhi and MOEHE State of Qatar and admits Indian students with a valid Qatar ID, subject to seat availability. Only online applications are accepted; shortlisted applications will be communicated via email; walk-in queries will not be entertained. 4. Admission tests and interviews. There will be an admission test for classes I to XII and an oral interview for KG I & KG II, at the Principal's discretion. The admission decision depends on performance in the test/interview and seat availability. 5. Documents required. Provide QID copies and passport copies for both student and parents; original passport and QID of the student; health card; birth certificate; immunization copy; passport-size photograph; current class mark list; and bonafide/conduct certificate from the current school. For applicants who studied outside Qatar: PHCC fitness certificate, original transfer certificate (post-admission), and MOFA-attested copies of the previous year's report card. 6. Age criteria. Age criteria are calculated as of 30 September of the academic year. KG-01 minimum age is 3 years; KG-02 minimum age is 4 years; Class I minimum age is 5 years; Class II minimum age is 6 years; Class III minimum age is 7 years; Class IV minimum age is 8 years; Class V minimum age is 9 years; Class VI minimum age is 10 years. The school is CBSE affiliated and MOEHE approved.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school does not publish information on any existing scholarships.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publish information on any existing waitlist.	Waitlist —
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