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CityDoha
CurriculumCanadian
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
Reviews: 3.2
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 15 students / class
Maximum 20 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: 25,094 ﷼
to: 51,327 ﷼
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Number of students

400

Number of nationalities represented in the school

52

Most common nationality

Canadian

Ratio of local students to international students

1:20

Native English speaking teachers

Yes

Language support for students not fluent in English

There is some extra support but not extra classes.

Additional language classes offered by the school

Arabic and French

Max. number of students per class

20

Average number of students per class

15

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Smartboard, laptops & iPads / Tablets - to enhance instruction, research

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes, the School use virtual classroom technology

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

Yes, Islam for muslim students and optional for others

How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion?

We give them the option to join the class or to do other activities

External examinations or assessments available

Alberta Diploma Exams and PAT exams from Alberta.

Results in these examinations

At provincial average.

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

Varies from 15 min. at younger grades to 1.0-1.5 hrs at senior levels.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Minimal support staff for struggling learners.

Learning support offered

Extra time, oral testing, working with outside support agencies.

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

NA

Student access to education psychologist

We refer to outside agencies.

Entry evaluation for students

Yes

Brief description of entry evaluation required

Math and English testing is completed for students

Waiting list

No

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

The deadline is provided every year as per the ministry guidelines, its end of January every year

Students can join after academic year begins

At the elementary levels yes, secondary students have two intakes, the second being for the second semester.

School start time

7:30 am

School finish time

2:15 pm

Supervised care before/after school

No

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

No

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

No

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Varies, chess, scuba, football, basketball, skipping, power boating , sailing, tennis, fitness, science, board games, guitar, drama, choir, kick boxing, arts and crafts.

Sports activities included

Variety according to Alberta curriculum.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Friendly soccer and basketball.

Sports facilities at the school

Outdoor courts, basketball, badminton.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Canadian curriculum, friendly family atmosphere, mainly Canadian trained teachers, small classes, strong student leadership.

Teaching approach of the school

Western teaching based on Canadian training.

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