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Qatar takes on obesity in primary schools through tailored health packages

The programme aims to lower the prevalence of chronic diseases and medical expenses. One hundred overweight students from eight primary schools are set to receive training activities and awareness workshops…

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Qatar supports those most in need with $1bn investment in global education

The Educate A Child programme has seen $2.3 billion towards supporting education in over 50 countries. Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has invested a whopping $1 billion to support children…

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Peter Derby-Crook MBE joins Compass International School as Executive Principal

CISD is part of the Nord Anglia Education family, which has over 75 partner schools globally. Compass International School Doha (CISD) announced that Peter Derby-Crook has been named as the next Executive…

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Eight new schools to open their doors for students in Qatar this academic year

Each school has around 30 classes and can accommodate over 786 students, including children with disabilities. Eight new public schools will open their doors to the public by the end…

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Green capes: Qatar Academy Doha students take on sustainability activism

Education City Stadium is a leading example in green buildings and the first FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 venue to receive the five-star GSAS certification from GORD. Activism breeds in…

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Ready for the school bell? Check out Jarir Bookstore’s ‘Back to School’ campaign

Jarir Bookstore has branches across Qatar, including Salwa Road, Al Rayyan Al Jadeed Road and Jaidah Square. Students and parents counting down to the new academic year can head to…

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Covid-19 rapid tests mandatory for staff at state schools, kindergartens

According to the Ministry of Public Health’s weekly status report, the number of daily average cases in the community and among travellers decreased slightly this week. Staff and employees working…

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Qatar could soon launch Swahili lessons

Countries around the world mark World Kiswahili Language Day. Qatar may soon offer Kiswahili (Swahili) classes to non-speakers to mark World Kiswahili Language Day, the ambassador of the United Republic…

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What you need to know about AFG College with the University of Aberdeen

The University of Aberdeen is over 500 years old. It was founded in 1495 and has a long history of academic and research excellence. Why do you think that going…

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