Welcome to the Swiss International School, Qatar
Welcome to the Swiss International School, Qatar (SISQ).
Our vision is to provide the highest quality learning opportunities for students age 3 to 18 years old. We ensure outstanding international education set in an environment that excites, inspires, supports and challenges every student to excel academically and socially.
As an IB World School, SISQ has fully adopted the International Baccalaureate's philosophy and pedagogy for all grades. SISQ has officially received its accreditation for the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes in Spring 2019. This followed a rigorous authorisation process conducted by the IB Organisation (IBO). The school is one of the very few schools that have gone through the authorisation process for all three programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) at the same time and completed it in just two years.
HOW TO APPLY?
SISQ is an inclusive school and we welcome families of all nationalities into our learning community. We accept children from the age of 3 to 18 years (PK1 to Grade 12).
Stage 1: Submit an application and core documents
The following documents are required to begin the admissions process:
- Passport copy of parent(s)/guardian(s)
- Qatari ID copy of parent(s)/guardian(s)
- Child’s passport copy
- Child’s Qatari ID copy
- Child’s birth certificate
- Child’s health and immunisation records (Please ensure you submit an up-to-date immunisation record)
- Any additional reports relating to your child’s specific learning needs and requirements
- Most recent school report and previous school year report(s)
- Reference letter
- Clearance letter (for local transfers)
Please note that he Ministry of Education in Qatar requires overseas students transferring to an international school in Qatar to submit attested school reports before they can attend school.
Important Note: Students enrolled in schools in Qatar are required to complete mandatory vaccinations in accordance with the Ministry of Public Health of Qatar. For more details, please click here: Ministry of Public Health of Qatar
Please note that Parents are responsible for submitting all relevant documents and information relating to academic, behavioural, and/or social concerns. Applications with missing or incomplete documents will not be processed. Should it be discovered that any information has been withheld, SISQ reserves the right to review and, if necessary, withdraw an offer of admission.
Stage 2: Interview and Assessment
The Swiss International School is looking for students that are motivated, determined and trying their personal best to succeed academically and socially. SISQ carefully studies each application and invites selected students for an assessment/interview according to their age and grade placement.
Attention is given to the balance within a class regarding gender, language, specific needs, nationality.
As soon as an assessment has been scheduled, a member of our admissions team will provide information on the interview and assessment before you join us on the day. Please note if you are applying from overseas, our admissions team will schedule an online interview.
For MYP and DP applicants, a reference letter from their current school is mandatory. Failure to provide this document will result in delays in the application process and may lead to the application being considered declined.
Stage 3: Offer
Successful applicants will receive a letter offering a place at SISQ within one week of attending the interview.
Stage 4: Acceptance
To accept an offer of a place for your child, the signed and completed Acceptance Form must be accompanied by the signed Terms and Conditions and a non-refundable Registration Fee of QAR 2500 within one week of receiving the offer letter.
We look forward to welcoming you at SISQ. Should you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact us (admissions@sisq.qa or +974 4036 3131)
Sincerely,
SISQ Admissions Team
Vision and Mission
VISION
SISQ aims to develop learners who are fulfilled, inspired and prepared.
MISSION
Through learning that is fun, engaging, holistic, collaborative and caring, SISQ develops students who are:
- Intellectually fulfilled: they find joy in their own learning and the learning of others; they are curious, engaged and passionate about learning.
- Emotionally fulfilled: they are happy with themselves, healthy, balanced and confident.
- Socially fulfilled: they develop meaningful relationships; they are connected to others, the world around them and the environment.
Through learning that is inquiry-based, meaningful, challenging, authentic and innovative, SISQ develops students who are:
- Inspired to keep learning: they are inquisitive, questioning and willing to try new things; they take ownership of their learning and are self-motivated.
- Inspired to share and apply their learning: they can use their learning to improve their lives and the lives of others; they communicate their learning to inspire others.
Through learning that is focused on transferable skills, character, attitudes and dispositions, SISQ develops students who are:
- Prepared for the future: they embrace change and challenge; they adapt to new situations and think creatively to solve complex problems.
- Prepared to lead lives of integrity: they are principled and strong; they have a set of values that guide them when they make decisions.
- Prepared to be good global citizens: they are multilingual, open-minded and multicultural in their outlook; they are courageous, caring and prepared to take action to make their community and the world a better place.