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Christine Macnamara Yr.2 Class Teacher & KS1 Lead

Ghada Salem Arabic Teacher

We have a number of school policies in place to document our procedures and expectations across the school. Policies We have a number of school policies in place to document our procedures and expectations across the school. Those most relevant to parents are listed below. SCHOOL Why Choose AWIS Ethos, Vision and Mission Community Timings and School Day Uniform Policies You are welcome to contact the School Office if you need any explanation or greater clarity. The following documents are available for download: Anti-bullying Policy .pdf Download PDF • 745KB Behaviour Guidelines - Students Yrs.1 to 2 .pdf Download PDF • 133KB Behaviour Guidelines - Students Yrs.3 to 6 .pdf Download PDF • 163KB Behaviour Policy .pdf Download PDF • 730KB Communication and Complaints Policy .pdf Download PDF • 837KB Late Arrivals Policy .pdf Download PDF • 682KB Late Collection Policy .pdf Download PDF • 763KB Student Safety Policy .pdf Download PDF • 711KB Student Sickness Policy .pdf Download PDF • 2.81MB Uniform Policy .pdf Download PDF • 677KB

Njoud Nazzal Head of Arabic

Imthihas Panthalan PRO

Sama Dahmash Arabic Teacher

All stakeholders - parents, staff, student body and external groups - are valued.. Community We strive to engage all stakeholders in the development of our learning community. Input of ideas, feedback are always welcome, and there are opportunities to become directly involved through volunteer work. SCHOOL Why Choose AWIS Ethos, Vision and Mission Community Timings and School Day Uniform Policies Promoting a caring, international learning community is one of our core beliefs Input of ideas and feedback from community stakeholders are always welcome, and there are opportunities to become directly involved through volunteer work: Friends of AWIS Friends of AWIS is a volunteer association of parents, who share ideas and utilise their different skills to enrich school life and the learning opportunities available to our students. They meet periodically throughout the year, with a selection of senior staff also in attendance, to discuss the development of the school, opportunities for further development, and ways in which they can contribute. As an AWIS parent, this is a great way to get involved in the way the school runs and develops. Family Fun Day This is our annual school fair, and a major event on the school calendar each year (covid permitting). The activities, competitions and games are always a big hit with the students, while their parents enjoy the wide selection of international food stalls and arts & crafts stalls. This is a fantastic day for the AWIS community to come together for an enjoyable day out, and celebrate the truly international flavour of the school. Student Leaders The Student Leaders comprise our Head Boy and Head Girl , assisted by several deputies. They fulfil an important role in the school, representing the entire student body to ensure their voices are heard at AWIS and they have an active say in aspects of how the school operates. They are also assigned tasks around the school, to actively empower them and develop their leadership skills. If you have visited us, you may well have been given a guided school tour by one of them!

Shonagh Al Barbary FS2 Class Teacher & Early Years Lead

Tamara Alia Registrar

Explore our School Calendar to stay updated on important dates and events. Access our Calendar now to plan your school year effectively! Calendar Our calendar of upcoming events. 31 August 2025 - First day of Term 1 for students 26 October 2025 - 30 October 2025 School closed - Half Term break 17 December 2025 - Last day of Term 1 5 January 2026 - First day of Term 2 8 February 2026 - 12 February 2026 National Sports Day and Half term 12 March 2026 - Last day of Term 2 2025-26 Term Dates - approved by MoEHE .pdf Download PDF • 728KB

Explore job opportunities at our school for Class Teachers, Arabic & Islamic Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Administration Staff. Discover job opportunities now! Why Teach at AWIS? AWIS provides excellent opportunities for qualified and committed teachers to develop their career in a supportive international school. Our success is predicated on our capable and committed teaching staff. Relocating overseas for the first time can seem like a major life-change. However, we assure you that you will be supported throughout the process and given the opportunity to build a fulfilling and professionally enriching teaching career in this dynamic part of the world. Making the Transition There is no escaping the fact that there is a lot of paperwork to prepare in advance of leaving the UK, whether to join AWIS or any other school in the Gulf region. However, our experienced Admin team can advise you throughout the process so, if in doubt, be sure to ask! Also see our blog article on the paperwork and process. On arrival at Doha airport, you will be met by one of the Senior Leadership Team. They will accompany you to your accommodation, discuss your itinerary for the next few days, and answer any questions you might have. Expatriate teachers under our sponsorship are typically accommodated in a modern, self-contained studio apartment rented by the school for the first few months of their stay in Qatar. Then, once established in the country, they are given a housing allowance with which to rent a place of their own choosing. The immediate priority is then to settle you in to your new surroundings (guided tour, visit to the shops, local SIM card, understanding transport options to/from school etc) and introductions to colleagues. Over the following days, we start your residence permit application (see this blog post for more information) so that you obtain a Qatar ID card. Once you have this, your residency in Qatar is officially confirmed. This gives you options to further establish yourself in Qatar, such as applying for a driving licence, owning your own car, opening a bank account, renting your own property etc. Living in Qatar English is widely spoken, and the capital city (Doha) offers a broad, modern range of services. This includes high-end shopping malls, familiar international retail brands, and well stocked supermarkets with produce from all over the world. Transport options are well-developed: Uber and taxis are cheap and easily accessible, there are sophisticated metro and bus systems, and there are plenty of car rental / leasing opportunities (many with discounts for teachers). The award-winning international airport is a modern transport hub, offering easy connections to cities across the world and providing opportunities for wider travel and exploration. Qatar is also one of the safest places in the world to live, with extremely low levels of theft, and a culture of tolerance and respect. The resident expatriate community is very welcoming of newcomers, and there is a wide range of amateur sports, clubs, cultural groups, hobbies and dining options to choose from. Useful links: Marhaba Qatar Information Guide TimeOut Doha Visit Qatar Working at AWIS Our supportive, experienced team are committed to ensuring new staff settle in as quickly and comfortably as possible. You will find the parents very supportive of the school, and invested in their children's education. Our student body is extremely international, with over 50 nationalities and no more than 15% of students from any single country. There are always opportunities for staff to take on extra responsibility, and advance their careers. Professional development training is available, using both internal and external providers.

Explore job opportunities at our school for Class Teachers, Arabic & Islamic Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Administration Staff. Discover job opportunities now! Job Opportunities AWIS is the hidden gem of schools in Qatar. We are fully committed to delivering excellence through an international education with the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Our success is due to our team of committed and enthusiastic staff and our supportive international community. We provide a professional and welcoming work environment where all staff are supported and valued. Career development is widely available, and internal promotion actively encouraged. This is all supported by relevant professional development opportunities and mentoring. We welcome applications from inspirational and enthusiastic teaching and support staff who wish to shape lives. All current vacancies are displayed below. Please only apply for the vacancies shown. Class Teachers As a UK-style Primary school, our teaching staff mainly consists of classroom teachers supported by Teaching Assistants. Class Teachers will typically be native English speakers, and must hold a recognised UK teaching qualification (or equivalent) and with experience of the English National Curriculum. We recruit internationally, as well as from within Qatar. Suitably qualified candidates can be sponsored by the school. Regrettably, due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No teacher vacancies We are presently fully staffed for the foreseeable future. However, you are welcome to submit a speculative CV, in case the situation changes in the future. Further information: Candidates considering applying to AWIS, or interested in background information on teaching in Qatar, are encouraged to explore the following links: Information on AWIS as a school School Report Card 2024-2025 : an independent review of the school, based on anonymous feedback questionnaires to parents, staff and students TIMMS 2023 : the latest results of the international benchmarking of attainment in Maths and Science (Year 4) Teacher employment requirements in Qatar : an overview of the current requirements for international teachers to live and work in Qatar Why Teach at AWIS : reasons why teaching at AWIS is an exciting opportunity Arabic & Islamic Teachers We follow the curriculum prescribed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Qatar. We teach Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History, in both the Arabic and the English language. Our teachers must be fluent Arabic speakers, with a good command of the English language and an understanding of modern teaching methods. They must hold a relevant degree. We do not recruit internationally for these roles. No Arabic/Islamic teacher vacancies We are fully staffed with Arabic and Islamic teachers, so are not accepting applications at this time. Teaching Assistants Most classroom teachers are supported by a Teaching Assistant. Our Teaching Assistants must be fluent English speakers, with a good rapport with young children. We do not recruit internationally for these roles: some of the positions are taken by mothers of children in the school. Qualifications and experience are less important than a willingness to learn (under the supervision of the class teacher), a genuine interest in the development and wellbeing of children, and being a team player. No TA vacancies We are fully staffed with TA's, so are not accepting applications at this time.