Qatar, Doha
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1. Submit an online application through the online admissions portal. The online admissions portal is ready for use via the Apply Online Now option on the admissions page. Applicants begin enrollment by submitting the online form. The school serves ages 3-11 and follows the British National Curriculum.
2. Preschool and Reception undergo an interactive play session assessment with the Early Years team. The Early Years team greet you at the reception area and invite you to proceed to the classroom. Parents are welcome to remain in the room during the assessment to help their child feel comfortable. The assessment is designed to be age-appropriate and non-stressful.
3. KS1 and KS2 students have a written assessment according to their age and current year group. The tests assist the school in understanding the level of the students so they can plan and prepare for them effectively. This ensures the school supports a happy, healthy, and successful school career.
Oxford English School in Doha follows the National Curriculum of England for ages 3 to 11, delivering Early Years through Year 6. Core subjects are taught in two languages: English for Maths, Science, Social Studies, Art, PE and ICT, and Arabic for Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History, in line with MOEHE requirements. The curriculum emphasizes cross‑curricular, project‑based learning with differentiation to meet individual needs and a focus on knowledge application, communication, collaboration and independent learning. Language development is supported in English and Arabic. Facilities include a full‑time pediatric nurse on site, an ICT lab with fiber optic internet, a science laboratory, a renovated library with real books and an online reading application, and Art & Design spaces. Teaching resources come from Pearson, Collins and International Oxford Primary. After‑school activities include Arts, Science, Sports, Quran and Drama. The school fosters a caring Islamic family ethos and emphasizes home–school partnership together.