DPS Modern Indian School vs Ideal Indian School

	D DPS Modern Indian School Doha, Qatar	I Ideal Indian School Doha, Qatar
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year QAR 6,000 - 12,762	Fees / year QAR 3,990 - 7,928
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Indian Curriculum	Curriculum Indian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2001	Opened 1982
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Al Wakrah, Doha, Qatar, near Pearl Roundabout. The campus is accessible via major road links between central Doha and the Wakra area and serves a diverse expatriate community. The official postal address is DPS Modern Indian School, PO Box 14868, Doha, Qatar.	Location Ideal Indian School is located in Abu Hamour, Doha, Qatar, on Salwa Road (PB 2836). The campus sits in a busy expatriate area with straightforward road access. The official address is Abu Hamour, Doha-Qatar.
Stages	Stages Junior School covers Nursery to Grade 6; Primary School covers Grades I to V; Middle School covers Grades VI–VIII; Secondary and Senior Secondary cover Grades IX–X and XI–XII.	Stages The school serves Kindergarten through Grade 12. It is organized into four sections: Kindergarten, Junior Section, Boy's Section, and Girl's Section, with some wings designated by gender. The campus uses separate boy and girl sections in the appropriate divisions.
School type	School type Co-educational day school.	School type The school is co-educational. It operates gender-segregated wings within certain sections and runs a double-shift system (morning and afternoon/evening) to accommodate demand.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Students represent more than 33 nationalities; the school states it is open to other expatriate communities. The exact local-to-international ratio and the most represented nationality are not publicly published.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support DPS Modern Indian School provides a Learning Support Department with tailored interventions for students with learning differences. There are dedicated Special Educators and counselors, with additional wellbeing staff; the curriculum includes inclusive practices (CWSN) and NEP 2020-aligned approaches.	Additional learning support The school describes inclusive teaching practices aimed at diverse talents. Specific SEN provisions are not publicly listed.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi, India, under The Delhi Public School Society.	Country affiliation Affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), India, and open to other expatriate communities.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation; Islamic Studies is offered as part of the curriculum.	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is listed.
School day structure	School day structure Usual school days run Sunday to Thursday from 7:15 am to 4:00 pm. Nursery timings are 7:15 am to 11:00 am, and Grades I–XII run from 7:15 am to 2:00 pm. Friday and Saturday are closed; Ramadan timings differ when applicable.	School day structure The school operates a two-session model: a morning session and an afternoon/evening session. The evening shift typically runs around 1:00–6:00 PM or 2:00–7:00 PM depending on grade, with the morning session in the daytime. Timings may vary by grade.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school operates an in-house transport system supervised by a Transport Executive, with trained drivers and attendants and a dedicated transport policy. Buses are fully equipped, with safety procedures, attendance records, and route-change guidelines; transport is optional and subject to fee policies and seat availability.	Bus service details A transport service is provided. A Doha-based transport line can be contacted at 66674599; inside-Doha transport is offered with an annual fee of 2750 QAR.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details One‑time application and admission fees - Registration Fee (non‑refundable): QAR 100 per student. - Admission Test Fee (non‑refundable): QAR 108 for Classes I to XII; not listed for Nursery & Prep. - Seat Reservation Fee (non‑refundable; deducted against Installment 1 if paid before session starts): QAR 425. - Total one‑time fee on admission: QAR 525 for Nursery & Prep; QAR 633 for Classes I–XII. Tuition fees — per term and per academic year (by year group) - Nursery & Prep: QAR 2,000 per term; total annual tuition QAR 6,000. - Classes I–IV: QAR 2,891 per term; total annual tuition QAR 8,673. - Classes V–VIII: QAR 3,118 per term; total annual tuition QAR 9,354. - Classes IX–X: QAR 3,800 per term; total annual tuition QAR 11,400. - Classes XI–XII: QAR 4,254 per term; total annual tuition QAR 12,762. - Each annual tuition is payable in three equal instalments (the per‑term amounts above). Transport (bus) fees and terms - Inside city: Installment 1 QAR 1,400; Installment 2 QAR 1,300; Installment 3 QAR 1,300 — total QAR 4,000 per year. - Outside city: Installment 1 QAR 1,500; Installment 2 QAR 1,500; Installment 3 QAR 1,500 — total QAR 4,500 per year. - Transport fee is charged by term. If a student has attended even one day of a term and then withdraws from transport for that term, there is no refund. Transport fees will not be adjusted for zone changes until the end of the term. Other costs and school store (books, uniforms, miscellaneous fees) - The school operates a book and uniform store for purchase of textbooks, notebooks and uniform items; store timings and return conditions apply (uniforms may be returned or exchanged within the stated return period; textbooks are non‑returnable except for printing errors). - Ancillary and special fees (for activities, medical, computer, etc.) are referenced in historical fee breakdowns and may apply annually; parents should assume there may be occasional annual “special” or activity charges in addition to tuition. - Late‑payment and re‑admission fees (examples above) are additional charges that can apply. Refund and withdrawal policy - One calendar month's written notice is required to withdraw, or alternatively one term's fees (tuition and transport for the relevant term) in lieu of notice. - Tuition fees for the relevant term, special fees and admission/seat reservation fees are not refundable. - If a newly admitted child is withdrawn before the start of the academic session, admission fees already paid will be forfeited from the deposited amount. - Transfer Certificates will not be issued until all school dues are cleared. Caution deposit (where paid) is refundable as a cheque in favor of the student's father after clearance procedures. Fee payment methods and banking details - Accepted payment methods: cash, debit/credit card, current‑dated cheque (payable to “DPS‑Modern Indian School”), online payment via the parent portal payment gateway, Ooredoo Money and bank‑to‑bank transfer. Receipts are issued at the fee counter, via the parent portal or by email (online receipts may appear after accounts verification). - Bank‑to‑bank transfer details (use transaction remark: Admission No, Student Name, Fee name): - Account Holder: DPS‑Modern Indian School - Account Number: 0215‑0254460‑001‑0010‑000 - SWIFT: DOHBQAQA - IBAN: QA74 DOHB 0215 0254 4600 0100 1000 0 - Bank: Doha Bank, C‑Ring Road Branch, P.O. Box 3846, Doha, State of Qatar. Boarding - No boarding (residential) facilities are listed for this school; student transport services are provided instead. This school operates as a day school with bus/transport services.	Fee details Application / Registration fees - Registration fee (one-time): QAR 200 per student. - Student assessment fee (one-time, where applicable): QAR 100 for Grades 1–12; not charged for KG-1 and KG-2. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - KG‑1: QAR 3,990 per year. - KG‑2: QAR 3,990 per year. - Grade 1 (STD‑01): QAR 4,463 per year. - Grade 2 (STD‑02): QAR 4,463 per year. - Grade 3 (STD‑03): QAR 4,463 per year. - Grade 4 (STD‑04): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 5 (STD‑05): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 6 (STD‑06): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 7 (STD‑07): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 8 (STD‑08): QAR 4,778 per year. - Grade 9 (STD‑09): QAR 5,723 per year. - Grade 10 (STD‑10): QAR 5,723 per year. - Grade 11 (STD‑11): QAR 7,928 per year. - Grade 12 (STD‑12): QAR 7,928 per year. Optional / Additional annual fees - Transport (inside Doha): QAR 2,750 per student per year (optional). - Transport (outside Doha): QAR 3,300 per student per year (optional). Per‑term detail and billing frequency - The published fee schedule lists the amounts as annual charges by year group and identifies the registration and assessment amounts as one‑time charges. The publicly published fee schedule does not provide a per‑term numerical breakdown or a fixed instalment timetable in the fee document itself. Parents receive and make payments through the school Parent Portal; invoicing and the specific billing instalments are delivered through that payment system. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payments are handled through the Parent Portal payment integration (Mograsys Parent Portal). The portal is used to select the payment type, complete the online payment and download the official receipt. The payment instructions specify using Google Chrome on a laptop/desktop and completing each student's payment separately. The fee document itself presents annual amounts; the school issues invoices and receipts through the Parent Portal. Late‑payment penalties or formal instalment deadlines are not published in the public fee schedule. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed among the school facilities or in the published fee schedule; no boarding fees are published. The school's facilities and admissions materials list day‑school sections and transport but do not publish boarding/hostel charges. Other costs and charges (uniforms, books, supplies, extra activities) - Uniforms: The school specifies an authorised uniform supplier and gives the supplier location; uniform costs are not published in the fee schedule. Parents should expect separate charges for uniforms and for any textbooks or stationery as required. - Extracurricular or activity charges: The published fee table does not list recurring activity fees beyond the tuition, registration and assessment charges. Any additional fees for clubs, special trips or optional services would be invoiced separately through the Parent Portal or school circulars (not itemised in the public fee schedule). Refund information - The published fee schedule lists which items are one‑time (registration and assessment) but does not include a public, itemised refund policy in the fee document itself. No specific refund terms or refund schedule are published in the publicly available fee document or the online payment instructions. Fee payment options and receipt - Online payment: Payments are processed via the Parent Portal payment gateway integrated into the Mograsys Parent Portal. The instructions describe the online payment flow, the need to use the portal to select payment type and download the receipt after a successful transaction. The portal uses a payment gateway flow that requires OTP confirmation. - Other payment methods: the public fee documents and online payment instruction focus on the Parent Portal gateway; no separate, detailed list of alternate payment channels (bank transfer details or in‑person cashier procedures) is published in the fee document itself. Official approval - The fee schedule is published as a Ministry‑approved fees structure for the academic year 2025–2026 and presents the annual figures above.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform worn on all working days and for all school programmes. Students must be neatly dressed; girls should plait their hair if it is below the shoulders and boys should have regular haircuts; there should be a name tag on blazers and sweaters; hair gel and low waist trousers are discouraged.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are supplied exclusively by Merchants Trading W.L.L, the authorised uniform supplier, located in Dawoodia City, Mesaimeer (Building 529, Shop 1, Zone 56, Street 1309). The school states that no other supplier is authorised. An Activity Uniform has been introduced for use in physical education and certain events.
Food options	Food options The canteen provides healthy, wholesome and hygienic food during school hours. The cafeteria is run by a renowned caterer and the menu is planned by a qualified nutritionist to balance nutrition and taste. Home-cooked food is encouraged, and if packing lunch is not possible on a given day, canteen meals are available.	Food options There is a canteen in the Boys' Section that provides a variety of nutritious meal options for students. The school also highlights healthy eating through school activity coverage and celebrations such as World Food Day.
House system	House system —	House system The campus operates a house system with four houses named after colours: Blue, Green, Red and Yellow. Students compete in inter-house events across sports, arts and sciences.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by the Delhi Public School Society (DPSS), a non-profit, non-proprietary educational body that operates a network of DPS schools.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Managing Committee and publishes messages from the Chairman and President. The Chairman and Managing Director is Khalid Mohammed Ghanim Al Kubaisi. The school is run on a no-loss, no-profit basis by its founding philanthropists.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details DPS-Modern Indian School Doha follows the CBSE curriculum aligned with NEP 2020, with English as the medium of instruction and multiple language options (Second language: Hindi, French, Tamil, Malayalam, Arabic; Third language options include Arabic, Sanskrit, Telugu, Urdu, Marathi). The Foundation phase covers Nursery and Prep, with Primary (Classes I–V) emphasizing English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies/EVS, introducing Computer Science from Class I, and including Qatar History and Islamic/Moral Science plus co-scholastic work in Art, Music, Dance, and Physical Education. Grades VI–VIII (Middle School) are NEP-aligned, offering Core Subjects English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science; II Language options (Hindi, French, Tamil, Malayalam, Arabic) and III Language options (including Sanskrit, Telugu, Urdu, Marathi); with Computer Science, Qatar History, and Islamic/Moral Studies, plus internal assessments and external benchmarks such as SAFAL, TIMSS, and PIRLS. Grades IX–X follow CBSE with a two-term assessment system, internal assessments, half-yearly and annual examinations, and Grade X pre-boards; subjects include English, Mathematics, General Science, Social Science, and a Second Language, with Informatics Technology or Artificial Intelligence as technology options. Grades XI–XII follow CBSE's All India Senior School Certificate Examinations (AISSCE) with three streams—Science, Commerce, and Humanities—each detailing compulsory and optional subjects; Grade XI allows a sixth skill-based subject, with the program designed to facilitate admission to premier universities worldwide.	Curriculum details The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi under the 10+2 pattern and is recognized by Qatar's Supreme Education Council; CBSE syllabi and textbooks are followed for all classes, with qualifying examinations at the end of Classes X and XII, and English as the medium of instruction. KG I offers English (Phonetic), Mathematics, Conversation, Rhymes, General Knowledge, and Art & Games, while KG II adds English, Mathematics, Conversation, Rhymes, General Knowledge, EVS, and Art & Games. Classes I to IV include English, Second Language, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Qatar History, Art & Craft, General Knowledge, Holy Quran / Dance, Islamic Studies / Moral Science, Music, Physical Education, Work Experience (Computer Science) and a Third Language is offered only in Class IV. Classes V to VIII cover English, Second Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, Third Language, Art, Islamic Studies / Moral Science, Physical Education, Dance, Music, Environmental Studies, Work Experience (Computer Science), and co-curricular activities such as General Knowledge, Maths Quiz and Creative Writing. For IX–X, English (Language & Literature), Second Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Art, Physical Education, Environmental Studies, Qatar History, Work Experience (Computer Science), and co-curriculars; in XI–XII, three CBSE-aligned streams are offered—Science, Commerce and Humanities—with the listed subject combinations and electives; Second Languages (I–X) include Arabic, French, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam and Tamil, while Third Languages (IV–VIII) add Kannada and Marathi; participation in Work Experience, Physical Education and Co-curricular Activities is compulsory for XI–XII and assessed under CBSE.
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning DPS Modern Indian School Doha supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through explicit pastoral and student well-being provisions. A Mental Health and Wellbeing Club is listed among the school's student clubs, indicating a formalized SEL-themed activity. Mentorship and Counseling are integrated into the school's curriculum to support personal development and decision-making. A well-qualified counsellor attends to all age groups of students and teachers for balanced mental health, behavior modification, and guidance. Together, these elements constitute a holistic approach to SEL within the school.	Social & emotional learning The school lists a Counselor and Wellness Teacher on staff (Mr Sreejith MSc MPhil) in its Mandatory Public Disclosure, indicating dedicated support for student wellbeing. The mission and values emphasise a caring, inclusive learning environment that addresses individual differences, capabilities, and learning styles. The school also states it aims to provide a safe and stress-free environment to help students grow as confident individuals. Club activities such as Eco Kids Club, Gavel Club, Astronomy Club, English Literary Club, and Heritage & Cultural Club offer social engagement and teamwork opportunities. Public materials describe these elements and staff roles but do not outline a formal, school-wide SEL program by name.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The curriculum includes differentiated teaching with inclusion of children with special needs (CWSN), aligning with NEP 2020. A member of staff, Najla Mohammed Bukhari, holds a Diploma in Special Needs Education, indicating SEN-related qualifications within the team. The school is not described as a specialist SEN institution, and information publicly disclosed does not confirm a dedicated SEN department or specialist SEN facilities. The school's emphasis on inclusive practices suggests support for students with special needs within mainstream settings. No additional formal SEN services beyond inclusive practice are publicly disclosed.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Mandatory Public Disclosure lists a Special Educator (1) and a Counselor and Wellness Teacher on staff. It notes one Special Educator and one Counselor/Wellness Teacher among teaching staff, but does not specify the types of Special Educational Needs (SEN) supported or whether the school is a specialist SEN institution. The school is described as CBSE-affiliated and recognized by Qatar's authorities as a mainstream school, not as a specialist SEN facility. The school's published materials also indicate disability access is provided within the campus.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction, with English listed as the I Language across grade levels. The Admissions information shows II and III Language options including Hindi, French, Malayalam, Tamil, and other languages, indicating a multilingual curriculum. There is no explicit EAL program description publicly disclosed. Therefore, information about a dedicated EAL programme or staff is not publicly disclosed.	English as an additional language Medium of Instruction is English. The curriculum also includes Second Language offerings in Classes I–X and Third Languages in some classes (e.g., IV–VIII). There is no explicit description of a dedicated EAL (English as an Additional Language) program or staff in the publicly disclosed materials. The curricular information shows language provision but does not outline a separate EAL support service. The school does not publicly disclose details of any specific EAL program beyond the listed language structure.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported by a dedicated counsellor who serves all age groups for balanced mental health, behavior modification, and guidance. The school also runs a Mental Health and Wellbeing Club as part of student life. The Guidance and Career Counseling department is described as assisting students in personal development and future planning. A counselling framework is reinforced by the on-site medical and counselling facilities, emphasizing student wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing A Counselor and Wellness Teacher is listed on staff, underscoring formal support for student mental wellbeing. The school's stated philosophy asserts that learning should occur in a caring and stress-free environment, reinforcing wellbeing as a core principle. The presence of a wellness-focused teaching role further supports mental health and emotional support for students. The combination of these elements is documented in the mandatory disclosure and the school's philosophy; further program details are not publicly disclosed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding and security are overseen by the Safety and Security Department, with trained guards posted at vantage points and on buses. The campus employs CCTV surveillance with continuous monitoring and strict entry-screening procedures at the gate. The school outlines private transport safety protocols and transport-related guidelines to safeguard students during travel. Safety norms and protocols are described as instrumental to ensuring students feel secure throughout the school day.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are addressed in the School Policies section, which includes a Safety and Security Plan and a Parental Complaints Policy & Procedure, among others. The policies also reference an Anti-Bullying Policy and related safeguarding measures. These policy documents indicate formal safeguarding provisions are in place within the school's governance framework. Publicly available materials confirm these policy commitments, though specific safeguarding procedures are not itemised in detail here.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The DPS Modern Indian School, Doha has three blocks housing the Administration, Junior, Middle and Senior Schools, with around 200 classrooms. The academic buildings include 158 classrooms with spaces equipped with Smart Interactive Boards for Senior School and LCD televisions for Junior School, and they include language rooms, science labs, computer labs, music and dance rooms, art rooms and staff spaces. An on-site auditorium provides about 1,000 seats and there is an Olympic-size indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium and badminton courts. The labs are naturally lit for Sciences, Mathematics and Information Technology, and the libraries house over 15,000 volumes with a reading programme for Grades 1–6. The campus operates a secured WIFI-enabled network with digital signage and CCTV coverage, and provides parking for 300 cars and buses.	Facilities overview The school's campus is organized into four sections: Kindergarten, Junior Section, Boys' Section, and Girls' Section. It uses a house system with four colours—Blue, Green, Red and Yellow—for co-curricular activities and competitions. Address and contact details are in Abu Hamour, Doha.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus features an indoor Olympic-size swimming pool, a gymnasium and badminton courts for indoor sports. Indoor sports halls support activities such as basketball and volleyball, and there is a large football ground with an athletic track for outdoor sports.	Sports facilities Co-curricular activities include sports within the house system. The campus supports sports events and related programs as part of its extracurricular activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities There are around 200 classrooms across three blocks, including 158 classrooms in the main blocks. Classrooms are equipped with Smart Interactive Boards for Senior School and LCD televisions for Junior School, plus language rooms, science labs, computer labs, music and dance rooms, art rooms and staff spaces. Naturally lit labs support Sciences, Mathematics and Information Technology, and two libraries (Junior and Senior) house over 15,000 volumes with textbooks, fiction, reference books and periodicals. The library provides a Reading Programme for Grades 1 to 6. The IT infrastructure includes interactive panels in classrooms, campus-wide wifi, four computer labs with substantial systems, and Cisco NetAcad courses for students in selected year groups.	Academic facilities The school follows the CBSE curriculum (10+2) with English as the medium of instruction and offers subjects across primary to senior levels, including science, commerce and humanities streams at the XI–XII level. The campus supports laboratories and subject-specific facilities as part of CBSE education.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities DPS-MIS Clubs include Environment, Debate, MUN, Dance, Mathematics, Music, Computer, Publications, Photography, Commerce, Science, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Quiz and Art. The Dance Room offers opportunities to learn Indian and Western dance and music, while the Music Room supports performances and instruction. Fine Arts facilities support drawing, painting and exhibitions, including Aakaar – the annual art fest, and the Synergy mosaic created as part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations. The library system comprises two libraries (Junior and Senior) with a large collection and a Reading Programme for Grades 1–6.	Extra curricular facilities Co-curricular activities are integrated with the CBSE program, including General Knowledge, Maths Quiz and Creative Writing, with Work Experience and Physical Education compulsory for Classes XI–XII. These activities are assessed in alignment with CBSE guidelines.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History DPS-Modern Indian School (DPS-MIS) in Doha, Qatar, was established in 2001. It operates under the Delhi Public School Society (DPSS), a non-profit educational body with a governance network that spans state, national, and international schools, including Doha. Over its 25-year history, the school has developed a comprehensive K–12 program and a strong emphasis on holistic education, leadership, and global citizenship. The Delhi Public School Society's international expansion includes Doha, reflecting its broader network of DPSS schools abroad. In its Silver Jubilee year, the school emphasizes continued growth in academics and co-curricular activities.	History Ideal Indian School was established in 1985 by 62 philanthropists from Doha's Indian expatriate community and is run on a no-loss and no-profit basis by its founding fathers. The school opened on 20 May 1985 in Najma near Canada Dry with 15 locally appointed teachers and 10 divisions, offering English, Maths, Hindi, Science, and a third language. It was formally inaugurated on 24 February 1986 by H. E. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Hamad Al Thani, then Minister of Education, and soon moved to a larger Mansoura campus to accommodate future growth. Over the late 1980s and early 1990s the campus expanded with a Girls Wing, additional language offerings, and CBSE affiliation, with enrollment rising accordingly. By 2000 the school had over 4,000 students from more than 30 nationalities, reflecting its rapid expansion and multicultural character.
Community	Community DPS-MIS Doha's school community engages students and families through regular cultural and academic events. Rendezvous 2024-25 is the annual inter-house cultural fiesta for Grades IX-XII, with four houses (Rose, Lily, Tulip, Lotus) and multiple competitions; the event concluded on June 26, 2024. The DPS-MIS MUN conference draws hundreds of delegates, with around 220 participants in 2024 from Indian and international schools in Qatar. Art and cultural programs, including Aakaar 2024, showcase hundreds of artworks, and World Hindi Day celebrations highlight the Hindi department's cultural activities.	Community Ideal Indian School comprises four sections—Kindergarten, Junior Section, Boy's Section, and Girl's Section—each supported by a house system with four color houses: Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow. The student body is multicultural; by 2000 it included about 22 nationalities. The school runs a range of clubs, including Eco Kids Club, Gavel Club, Astronomy Club, English Literary Club, and Heritage & Cultural Club, and publishes IIS Times to connect the school with the community. Community events and cultural activities are part of school life, and events such as Mother's Day and Father's Day have been covered in local media.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association DPS-MIS Doha operates a formal PTA structure with class-level Parent Representatives. In the 2025-2026 session, Junior School has Preparatory through Class 5 parent reps, and Senior School has Class 6 through Class 12 representatives. The PTA Schedule is published on the School Timings page, with PTA dates announced through the website. The Parent Corner provides a Parent's Handbook, admissions and fees information, an Online Fee Payment Method, and a List Of Parent Representatives for direct contact. The List Of Parent Representatives page lists names and emails for both Junior and Senior School class reps, reflecting active parent participation. The school also offers a parent portal for ongoing communication with teachers and staff.	Parent teacher association Ideal Indian School maintains a formal Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) with a dedicated management committee. The PTA is represented on the school site by a PTA Members page and a PTA-Management-Committee PDF, which together outline the structure and membership. These documents indicate an organized body that coordinates parent involvement and supports school initiatives through committee work. The school provides PTA contact details and location information, including Abu Hamour, Doha, and multiple contact channels for engagement. Through its committee and members, the PTA participates in school life alongside the clubs and student activities that connect families to the school community.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual DPS Modern Indian School, Doha follows the CBSE curriculum and aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The curriculum emphasizes English as a core subject and supports multilingual proficiency through multiple language options. The school is designed to develop critical thinking, global citizenship, and digital literacy through integrated learning and co-curricular activities.	Academic & intellectual The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi under the 10+2 pattern and is recognized by the Supreme Education Council, State of Qatar. The school follows the CBSE curriculum, syllabi and textbooks for all classes. Qualifying examinations are held at the end of Classes X and XII. The medium of instruction is English, which is also the first language taught at the school.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative A broad program includes Art, Music, and Dance, with dedicated spaces and activities to support creative expression. The school operates reading and arts-related initiatives as part of the co-curricular program.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language education is a key component. English is the first language option for instruction, with II Language options including Hindi, French, Malayalam, and Tamil, and III Language options that also cover Marathi, Arabic, Sanskrit, Telugu, Urdu, and more. Qatar History and Islamic/Moral studies are offered as part of the curriculum.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Extra-curricular activities and clubs are a formal part of student life, supporting cultural awareness, leadership, and community engagement. The school highlights participation in national and international competitions and student-led initiatives.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service Community service and leadership opportunities are emphasized, with programs and platforms that promote social responsibility and teamwork among students.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Prefectorial bodies and student clubs provide leadership avenues, along with participation in national/international competitions and programs that foster career readiness and professional skills.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical education, sports, arts, and wellness activities are integrated into the school program, with facilities and spaces built for physical activity and holistic well-being. Reading programs and library resources support literacy and well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision II Language options: Hindi, French, Tamil, Malayalam, Arabic (Native & Non-native). III Language options: Hindi, French, Tamil, Malayalam, Arabic, Sanskrit, Telugu, Urdu, Marathi. The language program is integrated into a CBSE-aligned curriculum.	Language provision The school uses English as the medium of instruction, which is the first language taught. Second Languages: Arabic, French, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam and Tamil. Third Languages: Arabic, French, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada and Marathi. Indian students must offer Hindi either as Second or Third Language.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school uses English as the medium of instruction.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations The school is CBSE-affiliated with Affiliation No. 6330004 and is accredited by QNSA since 2018. TEDx Youth@DPSMIS and the Global School Program are active partnerships. The school also participates in Net Zero campaigns, Cisco Networking Academy, and the Schools Olympic Program.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Enquiry and waiting list. Register your ward's details in the waiting list using the Pre-Admission Form. Click Apply Now to fill out and submit the online form. The Registrar will respond based on vacancies and the Pre-Admission Form numbers. 2. Registration and initial processing. Submit the duly-filled admission form and the required documents to the Registrar. Once the Registrar verifies your documents, proceed to the Accounts office and pay the Assessment Fee of QR 109. The online registration form is accessed via the Online Registration for Processing the Admission page. 3. Language options and academic structure. The First Language for all classes is English. The Second Language options vary by class, including Hindi, French, Malayalam, Tamil, Marathi, Arabic, Sanskrit, Urdu, Telugu, and other languages as listed for different grade ranges. Main subjects include Mathematics, General Science, Social Studies, Computer, with streams and subject groups defined for higher grades. 4. Age eligibility and entry testing. The child should have completed 3.6 years (3 years 6 months) as of 1 April for Nursery (KG-I) and 5 years 6 months for Class I. Nursery and Prep assess readiness for the specified grade. For Class I–V, a written test is conducted in English and Mathematics; for Class VI–X, tests cover English, Mathematics and Science. All tests are followed by an interaction with the Principal. 5. Mid‑term admissions and final placement. Admission is subject to vacancies. Mid‑term admission is possible only if a vacancy exists, with termwise syllabus. The decision of the Principal/designate is final. 6. Afternoon shift admissions (2026‑27). Afternoon shift admissions are Open for Grades I–VIII with transfers restrictions removed by MoEHE for 2026‑27. Transfers from other schools in Qatar are accepted; eligibility tests and formalities apply.	Admissions 1. Submit online applications for Morning and Evening sessions via the Admission Online Portal. Online applications are mandatory and no walk-in admissions are entertained. Admissions are provisional and subject to approval from MOEHE and CBSE. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for document verification and an Admission Assessment. 2. Age criteria apply as of 30 September 2025 for the Evening Session. The age ranges are: KG-1 is 3 years 4 months to 4 years 11 months 29 days; KG-2 is 4 years to 5 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 1 is 5 years to 7 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 2 is 6 years to 8 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 3 is 7 years to 9 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 4 is 8 years to 10 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 5 is 9 years to 11 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 6 is 10 years to 12 years 11 months 29 days; Grade 7-14 is 14 years 11 months 29 days. The date reference is 30 September 2025. 3. Document requirements at application time include: 1. valid QID copies of the student and both parents; 2) valid passport copies of the student and both parents; 3) copy of child's immunization record; 4) birth certificate; 5) MOFA-attested mark sheet of the previous class if studied abroad; 6) Transfer Certificate countersigned by the education board if not CBSE; 7) Qatar national address (from Metrash); 8) parent employment letter (from Metrash/employer); 9) parent's undertaking (download from the application). At application time, items 1, 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8 are mandatory. 4. MOFA attestation is required for admission when transferring from abroad; MOFA-attested previous class mark sheet is mandatory to complete admission formalities (Class 2 onwards). Document submission deadlines are: for admissions before May 31, submit within 15 days of admission; for admissions from June 1 onwards, MOFA documents must be submitted at the time of application. All pending documents must be submitted before the deadline, failing which the admission may be cancelled. All admissions are provisional and subject to MOEHE and CBSE approval. 5. Eligibility and admissions are online only; there are no walk-in admissions. Shortlisted candidates will be notified for document verification and an Admission Assessment. Shortlisted candidates must present the Admission Assessment Intimation at the Security Gate for entry. 6. Selection is based on available vacancies, submitted documents, and admission rules. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for document verification and an Admission Assessment. Shortlisted candidates must present the Admission Assessment Intimation at the Security Gate for entry. All admissions are PROVISIONAL and subject to approval from MOEHE and CBSE.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school does not publish information on any existing scholarships.	Scholarships The school does not publish information on any existing scholarships.
Waitlist	Waitlist The waiting list is maintained through the Pre-Admission Form. Register your ward's details in the waiting list via the Pre-Admission Form and submit online using the Apply Now option. The Registrar will contact you based on vacancies and the numbers on the Pre-Admission Form.	Waitlist The school does not publish information on any existing waitlist.
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