M.E.S. Indian School of Doha vs The Scholars' International School

	M M.E.S. Indian School of Doha Doha, Qatar	T The Scholars' International School Doha, Qatar
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year QAR 4,252 - 8,295	Fees / year QAR 6,000 - 6,958
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 12 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Day School	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Indian Curriculum	Curriculum Indian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 2,024	Pupils 833
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2012
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The M.E.S Indian School is located in Abu Hamour, Doha, Qatar. The Abu Hamour campus sits in a residential area with access to major roads and local amenities. The school is served by a comprehensive transport network.	Location The Scholars' International School is located in Doha, Qatar, with the mailing address P.O. Box 201308. The school operates from two separate villa campuses in Doha. A bus service connects the campus to major residential areas in and around Doha.
Stages	Stages Kindergarten to Grade 12 (KG to XII). The CBSE affiliation covers Grades 1-12, and the school provides education from KG through XII.	Stages The school offers classes from kindergarten to Grade 6. The current student body is around 833 pupils.
School type	School type Co-educational day school. A double-shift system operates (morning and afternoon/evening) with MOEHE permission; there is no boarding facility.	School type The Scholars' International School is a co-educational institution following the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) syllabus. It describes itself as an Indian CBSE school with an international perspective.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Public materials do not publish a nationality breakdown. The school has around 833 students and identifies as an Indian CBSE school with an international perspective. No local-to-international ratio is publicly disclosed.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Guidance and Counselling services include need assessment, early identification and intervention, academic development, support for slow learners, counselling for students/parents, behaviour therapy/modification, social skills training, anger and stress management, aptitude testing, career guidance, referrals for clinical analysis, and follow-up services.	Additional learning support The school provides a full-time professionally trained school counsellor, a full-time nurse in the clinic, and a mentor–mentee program for students. These supports are part of the school's value-added offerings.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated to CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education, Delhi) and recognized by the Qatar Ministry of Education and Higher Education; it follows the Indian curriculum.	Country affiliation Affiliated with India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), under affiliation number 6630202. The CBSE listing confirms the affiliation and Qatar as the district.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated; the school's aims emphasize national identity and culture.	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not stated. The school presents itself as a CBSE Indian school with an international perspective.
School day structure	School day structure Class timings for Grades I–XII are Sunday to Thursday from 6:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Administrative offices run from 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.; Saturday hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. An afternoon session (2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) is available under a double-shift arrangement.	School day structure Arrival guidance is to report to school by 6:55 a.m. Regular dispersal times are 11:30 a.m. for Kindergarten and 1:30 p.m. for Primary. School buses depart at 11:30 a.m. for Kindergarten and 1:45 p.m. for Primary.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school operates a large bus fleet of about 130 vehicles, serving around 100 destinations across Qatar. Routes are organized into four zones; each zone is overseen by route inspectors (roughly 25 buses and 25 routes per inspector). Buses board at designated stops with safety procedures and transport rules in place; there are parking areas with buses both inside and outside the campus.	Bus service details The Scholars' International School operates a fleet of fully air-conditioned buses. A professional transport company conducts operations under the school Transport Co-ordinator, with trained drivers and female bus attendants for safety. Transportation fees are 3,000 QAR annually within Doha and 3,800 QAR annually for areas outside Doha.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Admission fee - One‑time admission fee (payable at enrolment): - KG classes: QAR 241. - Classes I–III: QAR 302. - Classes IV–VIII: QAR 422. - Classes IX–X: QAR 482. - Classes XI–XII: QAR 482. Tuition fees (by year group) — annual and per‑term - Tuition is published as an annual amount and is payable in three terms (equal instalments). Annual and per‑term figures (annual ÷ 3) are: - KG (all kindergarten levels): Annual QAR 4,252 → Per term QAR 1,417.33. - Classes I–III: Annual QAR 4,777 → Per term QAR 1,592.33. - Classes IV–VIII: Annual QAR 5,040 → Per term QAR 1,680.00. - Classes IX–X: Annual QAR 6,090 → Per term QAR 2,030.00. - Classes XI–XII: Annual QAR 8,295 → Per term QAR 2,765.00. Transport / bus fees - Transportation fees are listed as a separate charge. Example (as published): KG transport — Inside Doha QAR 3,500; Outside Doha QAR 4,500. Transport fees for other classes are presented in the school's transport arrangements and fee schedule. Transport charges must be paid in advance and there is no refund for transport once charged. Other mandatory or standard charges - Insurance: QAR 536. - E‑learning fee: QAR 500. - Documentation fee: QAR 107. - Level determination fee: QAR 127. - Stationery fee: QAR 250. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is payable in three terms covering: Term I (April–July), Term II (August–November) and Term III (December–March). Each term's tuition instalment is due before the start of that term. Published due dates are: on or before 11 April (Term I), on or before 11 September (Term II) and on or before 11 December (Term III). Transport fees follow a similar term schedule and may also be paid for the full year in a single payment. Late or non‑payment may result in removal of a student from the school roll; re‑admission is considered only after settlement of outstanding fees and with required approvals. Payment methods and counters - Fees can be paid online through approved banks or at the school's fee payment counters during published school payment hours. Parents may opt to pay the full year's fees in a single payment where permitted. Boarding / hostel - The school does not provide boarding/hostel accommodation; it operates as a day school. Refunds, pro‑rata charges and cancellations - If a student leaves the school before completing the first month of a term, fees will be charged on a pro‑rata basis for that period. Transport charges are non‑refundable once levied (school transport policy states no refund). Late payment may lead to removal from the roll and re‑admission only after all dues are cleared and approvals obtained. Discounts or fee concessions (if any) are subject to submission of supporting details and approval by the relevant authorities. Additional notes and specific cases - Students promoted from Class XI to XII are required to pay the fee for the full academic year (April–March) as per the published schedule. - Uniform costs are not shown as a separate, fixed fee in the published fee schedule; uniform purchase is handled separately under school supplies/uniform arrangements. (Amounts shown are as published in the school's approved fee schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year.)	Fee details Application & admission fees - Kindergarten (KG I & KG II): Admission Fee QAR 300 (one-time) and Caution Deposit QAR 938. - Primary (Class I – VI): Registration/Admission Fee QAR 250 (one-time) and Caution Deposit QAR 938. Tuition fees by year group (term and annual amounts) - Kindergarten (KG I & KG II): Term 1 QAR 1,800; Term 2 QAR 2,400; Term 3 QAR 1,800. Tuition per year QAR 6,000. - Primary — Class I & II: Term 1 QAR 2,000; Term 2 QAR 2,655; Term 3 QAR 2,000. Tuition per year QAR 6,655. - Primary — Class III to VI: Term 1 QAR 2,100; Term 2 QAR 2,758; Term 3 QAR 2,100. Tuition per year QAR 6,958. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and transportation fees are required to be paid term-wise. The published term payment due dates are: Term 1 payable on or before April 5; Term 2 payable on or before September 5; Term 3 payable on or before January 5. Parents should follow the school's term deadlines when remitting fees. Transportation (bus) fees - Kindergarten transport (annual): Inside Doha QAR 3,500; Outside Doha QAR 4,000. - Primary transport (annual): Within Doha QAR 3,000; Outside Doha QAR 3,800. Transport is charged annually but tuition and transport fees are collected term-wise. Boarding fees - No boarding facility or boarding fees are listed. The school operates from separate villas and the published fee pages list tuition and transport only. Other costs and fees - Uniform: A prescribed school uniform is required for all students and must be purchased from the school store; uniform items and requirements are published but prices are not listed. Parents are responsible for the cost of uniforms. - Books and materials: Books are distributed from the school store; parents are responsible for the cost of books and any stationery. - Caution deposit (listed above) is an additional one-time amount held by the school. Refund information - No formal refund policy or detailed refund procedure is published on the school's fee pages or admission guidelines. For questions about refunds (for example, in case of withdrawal), contact the school's Accounts/Admissions office. Fee payment options and practical payment details - The published admission guidance states that school fees must be remitted to the school Accounts department; specific online payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, e-wallet) are not listed in the published fee or admission pages. Parents should use the school's Accounts/Admissions contact channels for available payment methods and for receipts.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The Scholars' International School does not offer boarding; it operates as a day school. It serves classes from kindergarten to Grade 6. It operates from two separate villas in Doha as a day-school campus.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are grade- and gender-specific. Boys (Grades I–XII) wear a tri-colour fusion check shirt with peacock-blue trousers, a peacock-blue tie and belt, black shoes and peacock-blue socks; a peacock-blue blazer is worn on special occasions from Class IV, with winter wear a sweater or blazer. Girls (Grades I–III) wear a tri-colour fusion check frock; Grades IV–XII wear a fusion check Kameez with a peacock-blue border, peacock-blue salwar, and a peacock-blue waistcoat with blazer in winter or for ceremonial occasions; only white or black hair accessories are allowed. The sports uniform is a House T-shirt and pants.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are prescribed for all students. Boys wear a blue-green checkered blazer with the school logo (class 1 onwards) with a white shirt, dark navy trousers, a logo tie, a belt, socks, and black shoes; KG students have a winter pullover with the logo. Girls wear a light turquoise-green blazer with the logo (class 1 onwards) with a white shirt, a blue-green checkered pinafore, a logo necktie, a belt, socks, and black shoes. A Physical Education uniform applies on Tuesdays; on Thursdays, students wear house-colour sportswear (Polo T-shirts in house colours, white track pants, white socks, and white shoes). The uniform must be purchased from the school store; variations are not permitted on campus.
Food options	Food options The campus includes a canteen facility run by a canteen supervisor; school events such as Food Festivals indicate activity around food. Specific menu details and dietary options are not listed on the site.	Food options —
House system	House system Students in Classes I to XII are divided into four houses: Red, Blue, Green and Yellow. House-based co-curricular activities are conducted to promote healthy competition, and leadership roles such as Head Boy/Girl, House Captains, and related posts are elected.	House system The school uses a house system; house colours are used for the Physical Education uniform (Polo T-shirts in house colours). Orientation programmes include a dedicated section on the house system, indicating it is part of student life.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Governing Board of MES Indian School. Office Bearers include a President, Senior Vice President, Vice President, General Secretary, Deputy General Secretary, Secretary and Treasurer, and a Board of Directors comprising multiple members. MES Indian School is part of the MES group (Middle-East Educational Services), which operates MES Indian School in Doha and Abu Hamour, and maintains governance structures across the network.	Governance and ownership The Scholars' International School is managed by the Al Azhar Group, which assumed management in May 2024. The Al Azhar Group operates multiple educational institutions in India and Qatar, including Brilliant Indian International School in Doha.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi, India syllabus across all levels from Pre-Primary to Senior Secondary. Pre-Primary Classes (Kindergarten I–II) include English, Mathematics, General Knowledge, Conversation/EVS/Science, Art & Craft, PT, Swimming, Computer Science, Music, Dance, Yoga, DEAR period, and I Love Qatar (Qatar History). Primary Classes (I–IV) cover English, Modern Mathematics, EVS, Qatar History, Islamic Studies/Moral Science, Computer Science, Art & Craft, Music, Dance, PE, General Knowledge, with Second Language options (Hindi/Malayalam/French/Arabic/Urdu/Tamil) and a Third Language option (Hindi or another language) contingent on uptake. Middle School (V–VIII) adds English, Modern Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, PE, Art Education, Work Education, General Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence, with Second Language options (Hindi/Malayalam/French/Arabic/Urdu/Tamil) and Third Language options (Arabic/Malayalam/Urdu/Kannada/French/Hindi). Secondary (IX–X) comprises English Language & Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Qatar History, with internal assessments in Value Education, Health Education, PE, Art Education and Work Education; AI is introduced in IX. Senior Secondary (XI–XII) offers three Science groups with distinct subject combinations, a Commerce stream, and an Arts/Humanities stream; Core/Elective subjects are outlined per group, with internal assessments (General Studies, Physical & Health Education, Work Education) and Skill Subjects such as Design, Marketing, Tourism and Early Childhood Care and Education. Subject schemes may be updated by CBSE, with no changes allowed in XI after the first term and none in XII.	Curriculum details The Scholars' International School Doha follows the CBSE curriculum (Delhi, India) for Kindergarten through Grade VI, approved by the Ministry of Education, State of Qatar. The academic year is organized into three terms: Term 1 April to September; Term 2 October to December; Term 3 January to March. Kindergarten subjects include English, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Islamic Studies, Arabic (Arab nationals only), Art & Craft, Dance or Music, Games, and Personality Development. Grade I and II subjects include English, Mathematics, EVS – Environmental Science, Qatar History, Hindi/Malayalam/Arabic/French, Value Education/Islamic Studies, Computer Science, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education, and General Knowledge. Grades III to VI subjects include English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Social Studies, Qatar History, Hindi/Malayalam/Arabic/French, Third Language (Grade 4), Value Education/Islamic Studies, Computer Science, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education, and General Knowledge. The official language of instruction is English.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
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 Social and emotional learning (SEL) at M.E.S. Indian School is delivered primarily through the Department of Guidance & Counselling, which supports students' academic, social, psychological and behavioural skills and helps them cope with and resolve issues. The department provides services including Need Assessment, Early Identification & Intervention, Academic Development, and Support & Guidance to Slow Learners. It also offers counselling for students, parents and siblings, Behaviour Therapy/Modification, Social Skills Training, and Anger/Stress/Anxiety Management, as well as Motivational sessions, Aptitude Testing and Career Guidance with follow-up services. The school also runs wellbeing initiatives such as the ambassador programme “My Well-being is a Trust” to promote student wellbeing (launched October 2025). These elements together constitute the school's structured SEL framework, supported by a dedicated guidance team.	Social & emotional learning The Scholars' International School supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) primarily through its Co-curricular Activities, which are integrated into the school's holistic education approach. An Enrichment Period provides two weekly dedicated periods for life skills, curricular activities, and clubs, with students selecting areas of interest and receiving instruction from teachers proficient in those topics. The program includes mentoring and life-skill modules, Qatar Identity activities, and Islamic Values activities, all designed to foster character and well-being. Clubs such as Kids Club, STEM Club, and Reading Club, along with cultural activities in music, dance, art, and physical education, help students develop social-emotional competencies and peer connections in a diverse setting. The initiative explicitly emphasizes friendship among students from diverse backgrounds as they learn, play and grow together.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) SEN support is provided through the Guidance & Counselling framework, including Need Assessment, Early Identification & Intervention, and Support & Guidance to Slow Learners. The Mandatory Public Disclosure lists a dedicated Special Educator (Harleen Kaur) and counsellors/wellness staff (e.g., Irene Thomas, Fashna Abdul Samad, Ameena Nidhin) as part of the school's welfare personnel. This indicates MES Indian School Doha has staff specifically addressing learners with learning needs within its general school framework. The school participates in disability-awareness activities, such as a disability awareness visit to the Doha International Center for Special Needs. Public information does not indicate the school operates as a separate specialist SEN institution; SEN support appears within the overall guidance and counselling services.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) provisions are not publicly described; however, the curriculum includes a multilingual language component with Second Language options. The Courses Offered page lists Second Language choices: Hindi, Malayalam, French, Arabic, Urdu and Tamil. In Secondary (IX–X), English Language & Literature is listed as a core subject, indicating English is a central part of the curriculum. No dedicated EAL department or EAL-specific staff is listed in the public disclosures; language support appears within the general curriculum rather than a distinct EAL programme. Public information thus documents language offerings rather than a separate EAL programme.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported by the Guidance & Counselling department, which helps students develop academic, social, psychological and behavioural skills, including Anger/Stress/Anxiety Management and Social Skills Training. The school has launched wellbeing initiatives, notably the ambassador programme 'My Well-being is a Trust' in October 2025 to promote student wellbeing. World Mental Health Day activities have been organized within the MES community, featuring assemblies, talks and student-led campaigns to raise awareness about mental health. The Guidance & Counselling team provides ongoing support and follow-up services for students' mental wellbeing. These elements reflect an active, school-wide focus on mental wellbeing within the SEL framework.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported by a Student Counsellor in the Primary section, Nada Abdel Mohmed, and by on-site nurses who attend to students' health and safety needs. The presence of a Student Counsellor indicates dedicated welfare support for students, alongside health services provided by nurses. The school's Code of Ethics emphasizes student safety and wellbeing, including providing effective supervisory tools to guarantee the safety and wellbeing of students. Life skills and personality development within the curriculum contribute to students' emotional resilience. Public materials also indicate that life-skills and mentoring are part of the curriculum and co-curricular offerings.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding and welfare are supported by formal staff structures, including a Counsellor and Wellness Teacher and a Special Educator listed in the Mandatory Disclosure (e.g., Irene Thomas, Fashna Abdul Samad, Ameena Nidhin, Harleen Kaur). The Mandatory Disclosure confirms the school's safeguarding and welfare arrangements and names key staff involved in student care. The school engages in safeguarding-related activities such as disability-awareness visits to the Doha International Center for Special Needs. Anti-bullying sessions coordinated by the Guidance & Counselling team demonstrate a proactive safeguarding stance and inclusive practices. Overall, MES Indian School Doha presents a structured safeguarding framework with dedicated staff and ongoing welfare initiatives.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are integral to the school's policy framework. The Code of Ethics requires staff to provide a healthy and safe learning environment and to guarantee the safety and wellbeing of students. Article 4 of the Code explicitly articulates the principal's duty to provide effective supervisory tools to guarantee student safety and wellbeing. Staffing supports safeguarding, including a Primary Student Counsellor and on-site nurses who attend to students' health and safety needs. The combination of formal safeguarding policies and welfare staff underpins the school's approach to student protection.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus has E-Learning & IT facilities, sports facilities, laboratories, a library, transport facilities, and guidance and counselling. It features a FIFA-approved flood-lit football ground, dedicated basketball, volleyball and tennis courts, a swimming pool, an open-air auditorium, and facilities for indoor games. Science laboratories include two Physics labs, two Chemistry labs, and two Biology labs (one in the Boys section and one in the Girls section), plus an Engineering Graphics lab and a Junior Science lab. There are seven computer labs with Windows operating systems and software such as Python, MySQL, Microsoft Office and LibreOffice, and all labs are equipped with smart boards. The library comprises a Central Reference Library and a Girls Section Library with internet access and a wide range of books, periodicals and journals. The transport system runs about 130 vehicles to roughly 100 destinations with a route-management framework and safety training for staff.	Facilities overview Two separate villa campuses host The Scholars' International School in Doha. The school is an Indian CBSE institution recognized by the Ministry of Education, Doha. Classrooms are fully air-conditioned and equipped with audio-visual smart boards; the library, science and computer laboratories are well equipped; there is a mini-auditorium for assemblies and performances. MyClassBoard provides a web-based system for teachers, students and parents to access attendance, lesson plans, library details, clinic details and transport information. A fleet of air-conditioned buses serves Doha-area routes, managed by a Transport Co-ordinator and supported by trained bus attendants for student safety. The school provides on-site health support with a full-time nurse and a counsellor.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities There is a dedicated basketball court, volleyball court, tennis court, and a FIFA-approved flood-lit football ground. It also has a cricket net practice area, an open-air auditorium, facilities for indoor games, and a swimming pool. Physical education is guided and coached by qualified male and female teachers, and a trained gymnastics faculty supports PE activities. Basketball and athletics teams have represented the school in the CBSE National Championship and won laurels for several years.	Sports facilities Physical Education is part of the Grades I–VI curriculum. Co-curricular Activities include cultural activities such as Music, Dance and Art and Craft, alongside PE. Clubs include Kids Club, STEM Club and Reading Club. Houses are Charity (Yellow), Honesty (Blue), Loyalty (Purple) and Solidarity (Green) to support teamwork in activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Science laboratories include two Physics labs, two Chemistry labs, and two Biology labs (one in the Boys section and one in the Girls section), plus an Engineering Graphics lab and a Junior Science lab. All labs are renovated to modern design and can accommodate over 50 students per subject; they are equipped with smart boards and projectors. There are seven Computer Labs (three in the Boys section, three in the Girls section, and one in the Junior section) with Windows OS and software including Python and MySQL; Microsoft Office and LibreOffice, animation software, and HTML editors are also available, and each lab has a smart board. These facilities support practical work for classes IX to XII.	Academic facilities The curriculum follows CBSE, Delhi, India. The academic session is divided into three terms: Term 1 from April to September, Term 2 from October to December, and Term 3 from January to March. Kindergarten includes English, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Islamic Studies, Arabic (Arab nationals only), Art and Craft, Dance or Music, Games and Personality Development. Grades I and II offer English, Mathematics, EVS, Qatar History and languages Hindi, Malayalam, Arabic or French, along with Value Education/Islamic Studies, Computer Science, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education and General Knowledge. Grades III to VI include English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Social Studies, Qatar History and languages Hindi, Malayalam, Arabic or French; a Third Language is introduced in Grade 4, along with Value Education/Islamic Studies, Computer Science, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education and General Knowledge. Qatar History is included.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Quran and Islamic classes for Muslim Boys and girls are conducted separately after school from 1:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. on Thursdays and from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Co-curricular activities include games, sports, music (classical/vocal/instrumental), dance, orchestra, gymnastics, dramatics, debate, public speaking and photography, with competitions and coaching for athletics and various games. Mass PT exercises are carried out on Thursdays, and students are annually taken on picnics and educational tours. Houses—Red, Blue, Green and Yellow—organize activities and leadership roles such as Head Boy/Girl, House Captains, and Student Editors are elected to develop leadership and discipline.	Extra curricular facilities Co-curricular activities form an integral part of the students' holistic education. An Enrichment Period provides two weekly periods for exploring life skills, curricular activities and clubs. Houses are Charity (Yellow), Honesty (Blue), Loyalty (Purple) and Solidarity (Green). Clubs include Kids Club, STEM Club and Reading Club. Co-curricular activities cover Life Skills, Enrichment Activities, Mentoring, Qatar Identity Activities, Islamic Values Activities, Exhibitions, Poster Making, Debate, Discussion, Role Play, Bulletin Boards, Quizzes and Field Trips, including Scholars Fest. Cultural Activities include Music, Dance, Art and Craft, and Physical Education. Value Additions include counselling, a mentoring program, and health management with a full-time nurse.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History M.E.S. Indian School in Doha was established in 1974 as an English‑medium CBSE‑affiliated school recognized by the Ministry of Education & Higher Education of Qatar. It is one of the premier educational institutions in the Gulf and operates on its own campus, providing stability in Doha. The school employs about 295 teaching and 180 non‑teaching staff and emphasizes holistic development through a broad program of curricular and co‑curricular activities. The Faculty Improvement Programme supports ongoing teacher development, with staff attending workshops and conferences organized by NCERT, CBSE Gulf Council and local educational agencies. Students participate in national and international competitions across literary, cultural, and sports disciplines.	History The Scholars' International School was founded on 9 September 2012 by a group of visionaries committed to delivering quality Indian CBSE education with strong values. It began with 33 students and has grown into a school serving around 833 students, with classes from kindergarten to Grade 6. The campus operates from two separate villas in Doha, providing a safe learning environment. In May 2024, the Al Azhar Group assumed management of Scholars International School, marking a new era in leadership and governance. The Al Azhar Group also runs Brilliant Indian International School in Duhail and maintains a broader education portfolio in India, reflecting the group's expansion and commitment to quality education.
Community	Community MES Indian School maintains a dynamic community that emphasizes both curricular and co‑curricular learning, with activities across music, dance, dramatics, debates and sports. Quran and Islamic classes are offered for Muslim students after school hours, and mass PT exercises are held on Thursdays as part of the school's routine. Students are organized into four houses—Red, Blue, Green and Yellow—and compete in house events, fostering teamwork and leadership. The school arranges annual picnics and educational tours and participates in CBSE Gulf Council and inter‑school competitions at national and international levels.	Community The Scholars' International School maintains an active school community that marks national and cultural events each year. Annual Day features a cultural programme and prize distribution, and Qatar National Day is celebrated on campus with student involvement. The school observes Indian Republic Day and Constitution Day with assemblies and related activities. Sports and other community events have been part of the school's life since its early years, including the first Sports Day in 2012.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association M.E.S Indian School established its Parent‑Teacher Association (PTA) for the 2021‑23 academic year; the first PTA plenary session was held on December 20, 2021. The PTA is intended to promote positive views of parents through effective collaboration and to foster productive interaction between parents, teachers and school leaders. At the December 20 meeting, the principal welcomed the parents and introduced the PTA team leaders, while presenting an overview of achievements and best practices and inviting feedback on academics, conduct and holistic growth. The session also featured a video presentation on the school's progress and a vote of thanks. The MES community and local press later reported on the PTA, noting the significance of this first plenary in establishing a structured home–school partnership.	Parent teacher association Parental involvement is a recognized component of the school's operations. Orientation Programmes for new students and their parents explicitly include Parental involvement and Parent-Teacher Communication as key topics. The school holds regular Primary Section Parent-Teacher Meetings to discuss student progress with families. Major school events involve parents, such as the SCHOLARIUM annual expo. Home–school connections are supported through ongoing communications and a counselling/mentoring framework that involves families. Staff coordinate with parents to support extracurricular activities and school functions.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school follows the CBSE curriculum. English is the language of instruction. Qatar History and Islamic Studies/Moral Education are included among core subjects. Artificial Intelligence is introduced for Class IX.	Academic & intellectual The Scholars' International School follows the CBSE curriculum from Delhi, India, and presents a research-oriented and stimulating program. The academic session is organized in three terms: Term 1 (April to September), Term 2 (October to December), and Term 3 (January to March). The school serves Kindergarten through Grade VI and had a student body of 833 as reported by the institution.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Co-curricular activities include music (classical, vocal and instrumental), dance, orchestra, gymnastics, dramatics, debate, public speaking and photography. Students participate in individual and group competitions to develop creative talents. Mass PT exercises are conducted on Thursdays, and students are taken on annual picnics and educational tours.	Arts & creative Arts and performing arts are integrated into the curriculum through Visual Arts, Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Theatre, Band), and Art and Craft. The school provides dedicated periods for co-curricular activities and enrichment, with weekly periods set aside for these activities.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Second languages offered include Hindi, Malayalam, French, Arabic, Urdu and Tamil. Third languages offered include Arabic, Malayalam, Urdu, Kannada, French and Hindi. Hindi is taught as either a second or third language depending on options. Qatar History and Islamic Studies/Moral Education are compulsory for KG to VIII.	Cultural & language The curriculum includes languages such as Hindi, Malayalam, Arabic, and French. Kindergarten offers Arabic (Arab nationals only); Grades I–II include Hindi/Malayalam/Arabic/French; Grades III–VI include Hindi/Malayalam/Arabic/French, with a Third Language introduced in Grade 4. Qatar History is also part of the program.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school uses a four-house system—Red, Blue, Green and Yellow—to organize co-curricular activities. Co-curricular offerings include games, sports, music, dance, orchestra, dramatics, debate, public speaking and photography. Annual picnics and educational tours are organized under teacher supervision.	Social & hobbies Co-curricular activities include clubs such as Kids Club, STEM Club, and Reading Club. An enrichment period provides two weekly periods for life-skills development, mentoring, Qatar identity activities, Islamic values activities, exhibitions, poster making, debates, quizzes, field trips, and Scholars Fest. The school organizes house activities (Charity-Yellow, Honesty-Blue, Loyalty-Purple, Solidarity-Green) to foster teamwork and belonging.
Community & service	Community & service As part of its Learning through Activity programme, the school emphasizes sustainability and community engagement, including a kitchen garden and a kitchen garden harvest presented to the Ministry. The Campus Care Force maintains the garden and leads daily student participation in horticulture. The school conducts community-based initiatives to foster environmental awareness and social responsibility.	Community & service Qatar Identity Activities and Islamic Values Activities are part of the co-curricular program, with exhibitions, field trips, and community-facing projects supporting student engagement and cultural awareness.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Houses promote leadership roles, with positions such as Head Boy/Girl, House Captains, Literary Association Secretaries, Student Editors, Prefects and Students Council members elected to develop leadership qualities.	Leadership & professional Mentoring, life-skill development, and opportunities to participate in debates, exhibitions, poster making, and Scholars Fest are part of the program to cultivate leadership, communication, and critical thinking.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school participates in CBSE zonal and national sports competitions and offers coaching in swimming, athletics, tennis, table tennis, volleyball, football, badminton, cricket and martial arts. Facilities include a sports complex with a synthetic track, a flood-lit field, separate pools for adults and beginners with lifeguards, a large auditorium and other amenities. Transportation includes a fleet of about 120 air‑conditioned buses. The school holds a three‑day annual sports festival, and guidance and counselling services support students' academic, social, psychological and behavioural development.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is part of the core curriculum, and cultural activities include music, dance, and physical arts. The campus operates from two separate villas in Doha, providing a safe and supportive learning environment, with transport options managed by a dedicated team.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school uses English as the language of instruction, with English Language & Literature taught as a core subject across levels. Second language options are available from kindergarten through Grade VIII and include Hindi, Malayalam, French, Arabic, Urdu, and Tamil. Third language options are also offered and include Hindi, Malayalam, French, Arabic, Urdu, and Tamil; in Classes II–IV, if the second language is French/Malayalam/Urdu/Arabic/Tamil, Hindi is taken as the third language, and Hindi may be taught as either the second or third language. In Classes V–VIII, the third language may include Arabic, Malayalam, Urdu, Kannada, French, and Hindi; those who opt for French/Malayalam/Tamil/Arabic/Urdu as the second language shall learn Hindi as the third language, while Hindi is not compulsory for students of other nationalities. For senior levels (IX–XII), English remains the language of instruction with English Language & Literature as a core subject, and second language options continue to include Hindi, French, Malayalam, Arabic, Urdu, and Tamil; Kannada appears as a third-language option for some streams. The non-Indian nationalities are not required to study Hindi as a second or third language.	Language provision The Scholars' International School is an Indian CBSE institution recognized by the Ministry of Education in Doha, Qatar. It operates from two villas in Doha and serves kindergarten to Grade 6 with 833 students. The CBSE-aligned curriculum lists English as a core subject at all levels and includes language options: Arabic (Arab nationals only) in Kindergarten; Hindi, Malayalam, Arabic, and French in Grades I–II and Grades III–VI; a Third Language is introduced in Grade 4; Qatar History is included in Grades I–II and Grades III–VI; EVS (Environmental Science) is part of the curriculum.
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations The Scholars' International School is an Indian CBSE institution in Doha, Qatar, approved by the Ministry of Education.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Online registration for KG I to XII is required. Existing Parents must register through the Parents portal; non-sibling category uses the Guest login to apply online. Create a login with a valid email address, check your email for login details, then log in to complete the application. Attach the required copies (QID and Passport copies for student and parents) and submit; after admission the final report card from the previous school must be submitted to the Administrative office with the school seal and Principal's signature. 2. Track your application. Use the same username and password to check the status of your application. Incomplete online applications will be rejected. Only one application shall be submitted per student; multiple applications for the same student will be rejected. 3. Admissions eligibility and communications. The school is affiliated with CBSE New Delhi and MOEHE State of Qatar and admits Indian students with a valid Qatar ID, subject to seat availability. Only online applications are accepted; shortlisted applications will be communicated via email; walk-in queries will not be entertained. 4. Admission tests and interviews. There will be an admission test for classes I to XII and an oral interview for KG I & KG II, at the Principal's discretion. The admission decision depends on performance in the test/interview and seat availability. 5. Documents required. Provide QID copies and passport copies for both student and parents; original passport and QID of the student; health card; birth certificate; immunization copy; passport-size photograph; current class mark list; and bonafide/conduct certificate from the current school. For applicants who studied outside Qatar: PHCC fitness certificate, original transfer certificate (post-admission), and MOFA-attested copies of the previous year's report card. 6. Age criteria. Age criteria are calculated as of 30 September of the academic year. KG-01 minimum age is 3 years; KG-02 minimum age is 4 years; Class I minimum age is 5 years; Class II minimum age is 6 years; Class III minimum age is 7 years; Class IV minimum age is 8 years; Class V minimum age is 9 years; Class VI minimum age is 10 years. The school is CBSE affiliated and MOEHE approved.	Admissions 1. Admission is open to all Indian students in Qatar, subject to seat availability. The registration for the new academic year starts in the first week of December. Submit the registration form using the online application link for The Scholars' International School or The Scholars' Kindergarten. The school serves a student body of 833 and operates from two separate villas in Doha. 2. Registration documents and syllabi: Register online by filling the application and uploading the required documents: a photocopy of the student's valid Qatari Residence Permit, photocopies of the parents' Residence Permits, photocopies of relevant passport pages, a recent report card (not applicable for KG I), a Health Record, Conduct Certificate (not applicable for KG I, KG II, and Class 1), four passport photos, Original Transfer Certificate countersigned by the CBSE Head Quarters or Regional Officer, and a local map for transportation if required. The syllabus for the entrance test/interaction will be sent to shortlisted candidates. 3. Interaction/admission test: The date of the admission test or interaction will be informed well in advance. Shortlisted candidates will participate in the test or interview process as part of the selection. 4. Admission call letter: The selected students must complete the admission process within the allotted time, or the seat will be offered to the next eligible candidate. 5. Office visit and appointment: Upon receiving the admission call letter, parents should call the office to book an appointment and report to the reception at the specified time. 6. Verification of documents: After the verification of documents, admission and transport forms must be completed and submitted. 7. Remittance of fees: Fees must be remitted at the Accounts department and paid term-by-term as outlined in the fee schedule.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships The school does not publish information on any existing scholarships.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist The school does not publish information on any existing waitlist.
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