Qatar, Doha
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Al Jazeera Academy offers the English National Curriculum for Nursery through Year 12, with Year 13 planned. The curriculum prioritises English literacy and numeracy, aiming for rapid and sustained progress. Arabic is taught as part of the national curriculum with three mandatory subjects: Arabic Language, Islamic Studies, and Qatari History & Citizenship; Arabic-language programs are also delivered under Ta'allum's Arabic Medium Curriculum, including Arabic as a first language in international programs (IGCSE Arabic) and Arabic as a foreign language (Cambridge). University Pathways provides guidance to support higher education options.
Creative arts are emphasised through enrichment, with Junior School Enrichment describing activities in art, music, and drama. There is a Gifted and Talented program and a broad range of after-school clubs and enrichment activities. Secondary School Enrichment includes Debate Club, alongside a wide array of clubs and societies, contributing to a vibrant arts and performance culture. Public programs and a large number of student organizations further broaden creative opportunities.
Arabic is embedded in the curriculum through the Arabic Medium Curriculum, with three mandatory subjects and coordinated Arabic-English teaching across departments. The program includes Arabic as a first language in IGCSE and Arabic as a Cambridge Foreign Language, reflecting bilingual delivery within Ta'allum's system. Arabic language events are part of Junior School Enrichment (e.g., Quran recital, singing, poetry competitions). English-language instruction supports core learning alongside Arabic provisions.
There are 20+ student organizations and clubs on campus and 80+ public programs each year for more than 2,000 enrolled students. Enrichment covers creative arts, sports, clubs, and debate, with examples of after-school clubs and various activities. The school also emphasises participation in community-facing events and leadership opportunities within student life.
Service to the community is a stated focus, with the school emphasising service to neighbours in need as part of its mission and through student life activities. Community projects and service-learning initiatives are part of the enrichment program, reinforcing social responsibility across the student body.
Leadership is fostered through a Student Council in the Junior School and through school-wide leadership programs. The school supports university preparation via the University Pathways framework and offers a Gifted & Talented program to develop advanced skills. Debating teams participate in local leagues, strengthening public speaking and leadership competencies.
Health and wellbeing are prioritised with access to health services and wellbeing support. The campus provides sports facilities and fitness options, including a grass football field, heated swimming pool, covered basketball court, and indoor spaces. A broad range of sports, fitness activities, and after-school programs support student health and balance with academics.