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Open day for parentsSchool Offices open
Ramadan : 24th May - 22nd June (working hours shortened)Last Day for Students and Staff Public HolidaysSchool holidays First day for students
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About us
Vision
Pearling Season International School of Doha (PSI School) opened its doors for the �rst time in August 2014. Since that time the school has grown and currently operates from the Early years through to Key stage 4 (year 10) which opens in September 2016. The school is centrally located in Doha, between two of the ring roads a�ording easy access.
The curriculum o�ered is the new standard British Curriculum of England and Wales which is further enhanced by the International Primary curriculum (IPC) and the International Middle years Curriculum (IMYC) in secondary , Year 7 -9. In years 10 and 11 we follow the Cambridge international Board Exams syllabus for I.G.C.S.E.
The vast majority of teaching sta� are recruited from the U.K with Arabic and French Being taught by suitably quali�ed native speakers. Our students enrolment currently encompasses 51 nationalities thereby ensuring a highly diverse and tolerant population.
P.S.I School o�ers excellent facilities with every class being equipped with an interactive whiteboard and Wi-Fi. Each student from year 1 upwards is issued with a “Tablet” for use in school and at home. Resources employed in school o�er a mix of traditional and digital texts. In the school grounds we boast a well laid out 4G Astro -turf football pitch and a covered swimming pool. Our canteen facility o�ers a delicious range of healthy food options, prepared and cooked on the premises. The early years outdoor play provision is reviewed and upgraded annually. We believe in using the local and national surroundings to support students learning and to this end, there area number of educational excursions throughout the year; the high point of which is the “Week Without Walls”.
An extensive range of after school activities is on o�er to students, most of which are free of charge. There are some activities o�ered by external organizations which incur a small charge, eg. Karate, Gymnastic,ballet etc.
P.S.I School is one of the fastest growing schools in terms of enrolment and developing reputation in Doha, so why not come along, see for yourself take the one day experience, Ask your child about us and then join one of the best.
Admission to the school is via an online application and enrolment is open now.
To develop and support our learners to be global citizens and leaders of tomorrow, 21st century citizens who think globally and act locally, through traditional values of love,
empathy, discipline and respect.
MissionOur Mission is to create a challenging and motivating English-speaking environment where students and sta� from around the world work in harmony to develop every student’s full
intellectual and human potential.
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PSI Family
Mr MosseyMr Bal
Miss Wallace Miss Glover
Miss Dolan
Mr PriceHead of Primary
Mr Hannay
Head of School
Miss Webb
Mr Muller
Mr Sawyer
Primary Teachers Secondary Teachers
Miss Williams Miss James Miss Jones
Miss Forbes Miss Halligan Miss Murray
Mr Kearns Mr Smart Miss Griffey
Miss Lane Mr Lee
Miss Carbert
Miss Ayda Mrs Asma Mrs Samia Mrs Manal Mr Al Kayaty Madame EspinasseMadame Catel Mr Blacklidge
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Arabic Teachers French TeachersP.E Teachers
Miss Mc Bride Mr Saad Mr Ward
The vast majority of teaching staff are recruited from the U.K with Arabic and French Being taught by suitably qualified native speakers.
Mr FoxMiss Curran
Mrs Mills
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International Primary CurriculumIPC
WHY IPC?The IPC has been designed to help teachers make all learning exciting, active and meaningful for children.
Helps children to connect their learning to where they are living now, as well as looking at the learning from the perspec-tive of other people in other countries.
Engaging curriculum that equips children with practical learning tools &experiences of the 21st century.
The IPC qualifies children to all reputa-ble Curricula for the future of their learning stages.
We are extremely proud to having fully introduced to Doha the most engaging international curriculum. The International Primary is the fastest growing curriculum worldwide. It is a British accredited curriculum, endorsed by more authorities and governments alike. It equips students with practical tools of the modern world, allowing them to implement their newly acquired skills across multiple subjects.
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IMYCThe curriculum on offer is essentially that of England and Wales in terms of knowledge content but is acquired through the International Middle Years Curriculum which seeks to deliver this through a multi – disciplinary integrated approach linked to a central idea which connects all subject areas. Each unit of study commences with an entry point and ends with an exit point whereby the students share their learning experience with peers and or parents. The International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) helps students with: Making Meaning Connecting Learning Developing Minds
International Middle Years Curriculum
Improving learning for 11- 14 year olds in KS3/ lower secondary, with the International Middle Years Curriculum(IMYC).
The IMYC is specifically designed around the critical needs of the adolescent brain.
The IMYC inspires and engages students, enriching their learning experience.
The IMYC provides a rigorous academic platform preparing students well for their next stage of learning.
The IMYC aims to support the whole student; the development of personal dispositions and international mindedness are an intrinsic part of every unit.
The IMYC is flexible and practical in its ementation.
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In Key stage 4 (years 10 & 11) students follow a course of study leading to the award of the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The syllabus we are following is from the Cambridge International Examination Board. (Students in year 9 select their subject options in the spring of that year. New entry students for year 10 select their options after the offer of a place has been made). Eight subjects will be studied with English, Mathematics and one of the Sciences being compulsory. Arabic students are also expected to take Arabic language as a certificate course. Certificate examinations take place in April/ May each year with re-sits being available the following November. Advice with regard to the selection of option subjects is available from the school.
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KEY STAGE 4 Curriculum
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Admissions
1st Day arrangement:School will be open from 06:30am and boards with class lists will be posted outside. Prents will have been notified prior to the holiday as to the teacher their child will have in September.Pre-school children over the first three weeks will build up their time in school until they are in to their full-time equivalent.4 weeks before commenecment a confirmation email would be sent with further details.
Communication between parent/teacher & school
In emergency situations parents are telephoned or if a whole school situation arises then a text message is sent out to all. E-mail messages are also used so please ensure that e-mail addresses & contact phone numbers are up to date and we are informed of any changes.
Each week there is a newsletter sent out in electronic format to all parents. Teachers use a “Class Dojo” system which records students merit points.
Parents have access to this and are able to communicate with the class teacher using this home work diary.
Each month there is the opportunity to have coffee with the Head of School and voice any concerns issues you may have. It can also be the opportunity for a social chat if you wish.
A parent Teachers Association has been established which offers another avenue through which issues can be raised.
The Head of School & Deputy Head as far possible operate an open door policy and will try to accommodate parents coming to the school without an appointment where possible but may not always be able to do so.
Each term there is a scheduled formal parent teacher consultation session where each student progress can be discussed. This does not include a parent arranging a special appointment to discuss a particular issue with a teacher.
What the students will receive on first school day?
Students will receive the time-tables indicating specialist lessons and homework diaries. During the course of the fourth week students will receive their tablet if entitled to one.
There are various methods which are used.
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WEEKLYNEWSLETTER
Understanding our past, changing our future 32nd EditionSunday 5th June 2016
Kind Regards,Alastair Hannay
(Head of School)
The holy month of Ramadan commences tomorrow or after tomorrow and to reflect this, the hours the school will open for students will be 08:00am – 01:00pm. We will continue to finish at 12:30pm each Tuesday.
Last week Key stage 2 pupils went to the Cinema and saw the film the “Jungle Book” based on the book by Rudyard Kipling. Some of the Keystage2 classes have been looking at tropical rain forests as part of their IPC topic.
Today; we mark for the students in year 6, the end of the primary phase of their education with the “Leavers’ ceremony”. Last week as part of this, year 6 were treated to a transition day so that they could experience what life would be like in the secondary department.
Congratulations to those students receiving subject excellence awards or recognition for their IMYC display/ exit points. Your photos will be appear on PSI Facebook page shortly.
“Ramadan Kareem”.
School timing in Ramadan.This year Ramadan 2016 will start on Monday 6th or Tuesday 7th June 2016 depending on the Lunar Calendar. During Ramadan school days will be shortned to 5 hours. School starts at 08:00am and finishes at 01:00pm for all PSI students.
Please note the final day of school will be 23rd June 2016.
If you have not yet completed the re-enrolment process for next year, may I suggest that you do not leave it too late to re- enroll your child.
Tuesday 7th June 08:00am - 08:15am KS3 Arabic Assembly.11:25am - 11:50am Year 4 (P) Assembly.11:55am - 12:20pm Year 1 (P, S & I) Music Assembly.
Tuesday 14th June
08:00am - 08:15pm Year 8 (P) Assembly.11:55am - 12:20pm Reception (P, S & I) Assembly.
Sunday 19th –Thursday 30th June Term 3 Report Card Issue to Primary parents.
Thursday 23rd – Thursday 30th JuneTerm 3 Report Card Issue to KS3 parents.
*PSISD Assembly – every Tuesday all staff and parents welcome.
Important Messages:
Ms Ward from the P.E department is organizing a ski- trip to take place next January/ February during the holiday week for years 6, 7, 8 and year 9. Ms Catel and Ms Espinasse from the French department will be organizing a cultural trip to France for KS3 and 4 students (Year 7, 8, 9 and 10), which will take place during the “week without walls”. Further details will be made available in the next few days.
Special announcements next year trips:
Dear Parents,
Reminders:
You now can access the newsletter at all times via the school web site www.psisd.com.qaIf you have a Google account, we would be grateful if you can write a review about PSI School on Google.
Dear Parents,We would like to invite you to the school on Thursday 1st September 2016, so that you may find out the class and class teacher your son/ daughter will be placed in for the coming session ( if you are already not aware). It would be an opportunity to meet briefly with the class teacher, to introduce yourselves and to know the location of the class base. As time will be limited, this is not the opportunity for an in-depth curriculum chat with the teacher; that will come later. We look forward to greeting you on Thursday 1st September between 12:00 – 2:00pm.
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Steps For Online Application
For more help, please do click on "Instructions", which is located on the top right hand side of the page. Alternatively you can contact the school (Management Information System) MIS for further help.
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1. Go to: www.psisd.com.qa , Click on the "Admissions tab " & Choose "Online Application"
2. Creat/ Login into your account:
First-time users: Click the "Create an account" link below the login boxes.
Returning users: Enter your email address and the password you have chosen when creating your account, and then click the "Sign In" button.
3. Click "+Add an Applicant" which is located in the left side bar.
4. Enter the child s details and click the "Save" button.
5. If you require adding more children please repeat Steps 3 & 4
6. Select the child name from the left hand side bar and click "Complete Form" located on the top right hand side of the page to open the application form.
6. Click Submit button to submit the form. (Please make sure you have completed the full application form before clicking "Submit" button).
7. Enter all the mandatory details and click to go to next page.
Once your application is successfully submitted, you should receive a confirmation email on the email address provided
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