Doha English Speaking School
URN: 149813 • Qatar
Overview
- Name
- Doha English Speaking School
- URN
- 149813
- Type
- British schools overseas
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sean Sibley (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 97444592747
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Al Maarri Street, Qatar
Summary
Doha English Speaking School (DESS) is a British school located in Qatar, offering education based on the English National Curriculum up to Year 8. With over 40 years of experience, DESS is known for its commitment to academic excellence and a nurturing environment that supports students' emotional and intellectual growth. The school employs highly skilled British-trained staff who foster a dynamic learning atmosphere, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The admissions process at DESS is selective, aimed at ensuring that students are dedicated to their learning journey. Fluent spoken English is essential for prospective students, as the school prioritises creating a vibrant English-speaking community. DESS also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and arts, which are integral to its holistic educational approach.
DESS prides itself on being a supportive community where students are valued and empowered. The school aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning, preparing students not only for academic success but also for future leadership roles in a globalised world.
The admissions process at DESS is selective, aimed at ensuring that students are dedicated to their learning journey. Fluent spoken English is essential for prospective students, as the school prioritises creating a vibrant English-speaking community. DESS also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and arts, which are integral to its holistic educational approach.
DESS prides itself on being a supportive community where students are valued and empowered. The school aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning, preparing students not only for academic success but also for future leadership roles in a globalised world.
Useful links
- Board of Governors (governance)
- Discover More (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions FAQ (other)
- Admissions Key Dates (other)
- ALUMNI (other)
- CAREERS (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Doha British School (45.2)
- Doha English Speaking School (45.2)
- Al Khor International School (40.7)
- Newton British Academy (40.7)
- Newton British School Barwa (40.7)
Key details
- LA
- Does not apply
- Age range
- 3 - 13
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2017-05-07
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 |
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