Issue #20 Doha Family Guide Spring 2017

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We are accepting children aged 3 to 9 (Pre-School to Year 5)

Reception Parent Testimonial "We could not be happier with our choice of Kings College for our 4 year old son. Unlike many schools in Doha, Kings College truly brings the experience and excellence of its English counterpart to Qatar and the English school is integral to the operations of its Doha entity. The school combines excellence of teaching with a real passion for education, whilst ensuring that the children continue to take pleasure and enjoyment from their school day. The international nature of the students adds to a truly well rounded and world class school."

Al Thumama, Doha, Qatar • admissions@kingscollegedoha.com • www.kingscollegedoha.com Main: +974 4039 3487 • Admissions +974 3145 8793/4

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Sunday – Thursday Class Hours 6:15am to 3:00pm Daycare Hours 3:00pm to 5:00pm • Video cameras in all classrooms • Separate indoor & outdoor playgrounds with safe & age-appropriate equipment • Ages: from 2 months to 4 years • British Curriculum − EYFS T: 3010-2077/ 4417-1751 E: little.leaders@outlook.com Al Jamaa St., Zone 59 (Next to University Petrol Station, V# 40) 24

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Our vision, your future The American School of Doha would love you to be part of our future-focused community. To support our outstanding programs and to better accommodate an expanded school population, the American School of Doha has recently completed a major campus renovation project to enhance and expand its world-class campus facilities with two new gymnasia as well as additional Middle School Science and Art classrooms.

Additionally, enhancements to the Elementary School include a purposefully designed library, reflective of ASD’s educational program and central to our students’ academic progress. A new learners’ pool allows the aquatics program to extend to our youngest students, and new office and classrooms in the Elementary School allow for greater student and parent support.

To become part of our future-focused community, apply now at www.asd.edu.qa/inquire

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“Life must be lived as play”Plato A nurturing, loving and creative environment for children between 1 and 4 years old.

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Holiday camp held at DESS Gym, Trampoline, Games, Art, Cookery and much more.

Daily rates and sibling discount offered.

Early drop off and late pick ups available.

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A multilingual international education for students aged 3 to 18

• Offering the highly regarded International Baccalaureate Programme • Helping students develop invaluable language skills and become global citizens • Bringing the best from Switzerland through incorporating Swiss culture and the French language • Providing an excellent learning environment through state of the art facilities in Al Luqta We are now accepting applications for the Early Years, Primary and Middle Years Programmes starting September 2017; for students from 3 to 14 years old.

We are happy to announce that SISQ just opened it’s doors for the first time for early years children from 3 to 5 years old.

How to apply:

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Contact us to schedule a school tour or sign up to our coffee morning to see our state of the art facilities and meet our teachers and staff. More information on www.sisq.qa/calendar

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• We welcome babies from 4 months to our friendly Australian nursery where children play, learn & develop • Seven Spacious Classrooms, Sunlit Library, Starfish Cove & Leafy Gardens • Playball, Yoga, Kids in the Kitchen & Winter Gardening all included in term fees • Awarded ‘Outstanding Nursery Provider’

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Welcome to Kanga’s, a unique nursery where beautiful, playful learning environments and qualified, nurturing educators inspire little people for lifelong learning…

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We are an IB World School authorised to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

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TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE YOUR DREAM COME TRUE

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Tots Corner Nursery is a second home for your child It provides a safe, secure, stimulating and fun environment that help children flourish. We follow the EYFS British Curriculum, with The Montessori Method incorporated. Guided by each child's individual needs to ensure they leave us more confident, social, independent and prepared for school. We take children from 1-4 years.

Please come to see our lovely nursery anytime.

T 4468 8008/ 3100 7117 • info@totscornernursery.com • www.totscornernursery.com Tots Corner Nursery • 56 Al Madeed, Al Joudi Street, Al Maamoura.

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Petits Pas Nursery Designed to fit every child's development needs and abilities in a safe, nurturing, caring environment

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• After school club with lunch & Homework group study • Talents club: Piano, aero gym, dancing, visual arts,

martial arts, team sports, fitness classes for kids and parents.

Trial class available.

• Language academy for French, English, Arabic and Spanish. Individual and group sessions.

• Year-round holiday camps (Full Day)

• Birthday parties

Opening Hours 12:30pm to 6:00pm.

West Bay facing Embassy of Brazil Wadi Al Hidab street 980 – Villa 7 Phone: +974 4427-4934 / +974 6647-7376 pr@petitspasactivities.com Petits Pas Activities

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The Home of Pre School Sport

Visit our website and find out more about our specialised programs Contact: 4407 6772 • info@evosportsqatar.com • evosportsqatar.com

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Ages 3 5 years

Why do we get a kick out of every class we run?

It’s fun!

Our coaches have fun teaching, the children have fun learning new skills and our parents relax and enjoy a friendly chat. So whether you’re nurturing a future star or just want a happier, healthier child – why not sign up and have a ball with us?

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology • Infertility and IVF • European Standard Care 4D Ultrasound • Paediatrics and Child Health • Vaccination Specialized and Well-baby Clinics • Internal Pharmacy

Dr. Ghada Hassan Nasrat MBchB, SSC-Ped, SF-Pad Endo Paediatric Endocrinologist Diabetes and Growth

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Dina Margaretha Labuschagne Dietitian

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The Academy’s unique curriculum combines the best traditions of Russian classical ballet with elements of healthy technical and artistic training, promoting creativity and imagination while developing a solid foundation of dance technique.

All classes are divided into levels by age and previous experience, where we encourage each child to reach his or her highest potential. Our program ensures a steady, careful progression from one level to the next and is followed by examinations that give encouragement and a sense of achievement to all students.

Although we encourage and promote discipline and structure of ballet programs, we also offer the opportunity to enroll in other dance classes such as ballroom, hip-hop, gymnastic dance, etc. for those children who prefer more dynamic activities.

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GEMS Wellington Academy, Qatar is offering Year 9 students the opportunity to start their IGCSE courses early!

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• Our school offers an enriched British curriculum with life enhancing skills. Our focus is to develop students into independent, creative, flexible learners and prepare them with necessary skills for future success at university and future employment meeting the high demands of the 21st century

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• Our teachers have unmatched talent and industry expertise providing an enhanced learning experience and inspiring young minds • We have a student-centric curriculum that delivers proven methodologies while promoting innovation

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Sherborne Qatar is the first overseas school opened by Sherborne School, Dorset, UK which itself has a rich heritage dating back nearly 500 years. We deliver high quality education to boys and girls from PreSchool to Sixth Form.

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ADMISSIONS NOW OPEN • Education for 3-18 year-olds • UK qualified and experienced specialist teachers •Small class sizes • Member of the Ministry of Education’s Outstanding Schools programme • Extended learning opportunities through a myriad of after school clubs

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Bon AppĂŠtit

Join us from March 29 – April 8 Treat your senses to a different side of food at Qatar International Food Festival with dinners in the sky, BBQs on the bay, traditional delicacies with a twist as well as other fusion cuisine from around the world!

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