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| Number of students |
800 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
60 |
| Most common nationality |
Egyptian students make up the majority of the population with 153 students or 18.3% of the total student population. Students from other Arab countries comprised 59% of the total student population. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Second Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level.
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| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Parent/student interview and admission test. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The student will be scheduled for a KG assessment or admission test (for grades 1 – 12). The admission test includes Reading, Language Usage, and Math, consisting of 25 items per section. The test may take approximately 1 to 2 hours. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Advanced Placement |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Gifted Program for a very select group of students who meet specific criteria based on MAP testing. |
| School start time |
KG2 - KG3: 7:30 am
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| School finish time |
KG2 - KG3: 12:30 pm
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| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
MIS offers many clubs and activities. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Soccer field. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Middle East International School is a private, co-ed, college preparatory PK-12 school using the American curriculum based on the Common Core Standards. Graduation from MIS prepares students to attend the finest colleges and universities around the world to pursue their dreams in fields of study that connect them with their passion |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Based on the American curriculum, MIS specifically follows the K -12 California curriculum standards. The core subjects are Language Arts/English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and in addition to Foreign Language, a variety of non-core/Elective subjects like Music, Arts, Physical Education, Computer Studies are offered. The program also includes newly announced courses like Economics, Qatar History, Business Studies and Values Education. Early childhood care is consistent with the overall development of a preschooler, with teaching focused on the KG student needs. The American curriculum covers all lessons/materials in depth and MIS, being a college-preparatory school, prepares the student comprehensively, leading to a high school diploma upon completion of grade 12. MIS does take into consideration the textbooks and supplementary educational materials from American publishers. It believes that the core curriculum should be the best. Extra-curricular activities in athletics and clubs, social and educational aspects also add to the growth of every learning child in school. |