DESCRIPTION

Cambridge International School for Girls School, Doha, provides an education based on the National Curriculum for England to students from Kindergarten to Year 11. The school prepares students for the IGCSE following the Cambridge International Examinations Board syllabus. The school is managed by the Taleb Group. The school is an accredited Cambridge International Examination Centre (CIE).

We strive to achieve and maintain high standards in education and pastoral care, focusing on the all-round development of the students. The school provides an excellent platform for students to develop leadership and interpersonal qualities. The students are actively encouraged to participate in all the activities that the school offers. We also prepare students to become global citizens in an ever-changing world, by equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to be active members of society.
The education students receive at Cambridge International School for Girls, Doha prepares them to obtain admission into the leading universities throughout the world. Cambridge International School for Girls, Doha is an International school comprising students representing in excess of 50 nationalities.

Vision
It is our vision to be a leading school in the Gulf Region and to help girls to develop their full potential intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Building on a legacy of distinction, it is our vision to serve as a model for effective teaching and learning in a dynamic educational environment. We aim to help students to achieve their maximum potential and to gain a love of lifelong learning. We want teachers to excel in pedagogy, stimulating young minds and encouraging them to extend excellence beyond the classroom.

MISSION
The Cambridge International School for Girls, Doha aims to produce happy, creative, ethical citizens who live motivated, fulfilled lives while enriching the lives of others. We seek to achieve this through an enlightened, disciplined and broad education that responds to global changes while retaining essential values.

The Cambridge International School for Girls aims to foster in its students

Confidence and Humility
Ambition and Compassion
Curiosity and Respect
Vision and Tolerance
ACADEMIC RIGOUR * FLAIR * DISCIPLINE

These are delivered through SIX KEY LEARNING RESULTS

1. All students will be ICT literate and able to function in an IT- rich world
2. All students should be confident and competent in their use and understanding of ENGLISH language to enable them to take an active role in an international world.
3. All students should be confident and competent in their use and understanding of the ARABIC language and culture to enable them to take an active part in local custom and culture.
4. Islamic Studies is a key part of education for ALL Muslim students
5. Students will develop interests in sporting, cultural and aesthetic as activities as individuals and in teams to develop confidence, humility, respect, compassion, vision and tolerance.
6. Academic Rigour, Flair and discipline are fundamental to students entitlement and futures

Curriculum
PROGRAMME OF STUDY

CISG follows the National Curriculum for England. In addition to the subjects that are included in the teaching of the National Curriculum for England, the CISG places significant emphasis on preparing students for leadership and world citizenship. The inclusion of Arabic (MFL), Islamic studies and Qatar History is an integral aspect of the unique difference that the education at CISG provides for pupils.
The school's programmes provide numerous opportunities for students to develop their leadership and world citizenship skills across a range of subjects. Students are encouraged to develop skills of independence, organization and leadership; to become creative, sensitive thinkers; and to develop communication and decision making skills. They learn about the world and people around them through the introduction of current issues into the curriculum, in addition to developing an awareness about different countries and cultures. These two aspects of the curriculum are aimed at helping students develop into tolerant and mature individuals who are confident, responsible, and flexible individuals ready to meet the challenges of the world.
The school follows the National Curriculum for England. Three main subject areas are offered:

Core Subjects
Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science (Chemistry, Biology and Physics) and ICT.
Foundation Subjects
Foundation subjects include History, Geography, Art, Physical Education.
Additional Subjects
Arabic, Islamic Studies, Qatar History, Design Technologies, Environment Management, Accounting, Business Studies and Economics.
CISG offers IGCSE in Year 10 and 11.

Admission

Admission & Leaving the School

All children are welcome to apply, regardless of nationality, ethnicity or religion. Our schools are truly international institutions. Admissions to the school depend upon the availability of space in the appropriate age group and the school's ability to meet the needs of your child. The offer of a place is not solely dependent on these criteria. Further information such as a recent copy of your child's school report or interview with a member of the senior leadership team may also be required.
Priority will be given to students who have a brother or sister attending the school. Priority is also given to the children of staff, although this is not guaranteed.
Students will not be admitted into a year group outside of their age group unless there are exceptional circumstances.
The prescribed minimum age for admission to Kindergarten is three years of age.
If you withdraw your child from school, you will forfeit the term's fees, irrespective of the number of days your child has attended during the term.
Please note that from Year 8, there is no automatic promotion of a student from one Grade to the next.
Registration / Re-registration

These are the steps you need to go through in order to secure a place for your child in the school:
Check there is a place and collect a pre-registration form from school. Complete the pre-registration form and take it to the Registration Office along with the supporting documents (photographs, valid passport and residence permit copies).
The Registrar will check the application form and the availability of a place according to your child's age.
On payment of the non-refundable assessment fee, an assessment visit will be arranged. This will include an entrance test for children in Year 1 to 10 and/or interview for children from KG to Year 10. Schedules will be fixed by the school on convenient dates for the school but in consultation with parent. Results of interviews/ examinations will be given to you within a few days and if your child reaches the required standard s/he can be invited to join the school. If the place is accepted, you will be required to sign the declaration form and pay the non-refundable registration fee, first term tuition fee, textbook and uniform costs (and transport fee if applicable), together with a refundable interest free cautionary deposit.
Where the classes are full you can submit an application to go on to the waiting list.
Parents need to pay the tuition and transport fees from 15 days before the start of each term.

Documents needed for Admission process.

Requirements:-

1. Five recent passport size photographs of the student.

2. 1 copy of child's passport with valid residence permit (This is a mandatory requirement from the State of Qatar Law).

3. 1 copy of both parents' passports, residence permits and Qatar Identity Cards. (Submit copy of both front and back of the ID).

4. A copy of Birth Certificate.

5. A copy of Immunization Record (Entry for KG up to Year 6 only).

6. A copy of the child's health card e.g. Hamad Hospital.

7. Blood Group

8. A copy of the last academic report.

9. A copy of the Transfer Certificate and School Recommendation Letter(entry for Year 7 up to Year 11).

10. A copy of the IGCSE certificates (for Y10 onwards).