Qatar, Doha
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EMS Wakra places a strong emphasis on student well-being as part of its 21st‑century education mission. On‑campus health facilities include nurses at EMS Wakra and a school doctor, enabling immediate health care during the school day. Mental health support is provided in partnership with counselors to care for students' emotional well‑being. Safeguarding is a core priority with a dedicated safeguarding team, open communication, and clear procedures for reporting concerns. The 21st‑century framework also includes a Digital Citizenship Program to promote safe and responsible use of technology and a supportive, inclusive learning environment.
EMS Wakra has a dedicated SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) responsible for SEND provision and for leading the school's Student Support Services, including Counseling and the AIM (Academic Intervention/Support) Department. This role provides strategic leadership for identifying, assessing, and recording SEND needs and for developing, implementing, and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs). The SENCO serves as the primary contact for parents regarding SEND provision and leads the Counseling and mental‑well‑being programs within the department. The SENCO also oversees staff development in inclusive teaching methodologies and differentiation to support learners with diverse needs. Specific categories of SEND supported are not publicly listed.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL (English as an Additional Language) provision. The Cambridge International Curriculum is implemented across EMS Wakra's campuses, and the school describes itself as inclusive and multicultural with students from many nationalities. The 21st‑century Education framework emphasizes personalized learning and differentiated instruction to support diverse language backgrounds. There is no explicit naming of EAL staff or EAL programs on public materials. The available public materials thus do not specify an EAL programme for EMS Wakra.
Mental health support is provided in partnership with counselors and wellness teams to address students' emotional well‑being. The SENCO's responsibilities include leadership of mental‑well‑being programs within the Student Support Services. The school's mission and 21st‑century framework emphasize well‑being as a core component of learning. On‑campus health facilities, including nurses and a school doctor, support students' overall well‑being and timely care. Safeguarding policies emphasize confidentiality and access to external support when needed.
Safeguarding at EMS places safety and well‑being as the highest priority. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility among staff, students, parents, and visitors, with a dedicated safeguarding team. The school maintains safeguarding policies and procedures aligned with local laws and provides ongoing staff safeguarding and child‑protection training. There are clear procedures for reporting safeguarding concerns, and staff follow established channels; the policy underscores that ‘if it's not written down, it didn't happen.' Confidential handling of matters and collaboration with external agencies when needed are integral parts of safeguarding. Data protection is prioritized with a Data Protection Officer and a robust data‑protection programme.