STRATEGIC PLAN 2015 - 2020

To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning

and create aspirational minds

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Page 4 From the Board of Governors

Page 5 From the Principal

Page 6 “DC Experience”

Page 7 Vision, Mission Statement and Core Values

Page 8 Objective One: Curriculum and Enhanced Support

Page 9 Objective Two: Offer Diverse Opportunities through Sport and Performing Arts

Page 10 Objective Three: Doha College Community

Page 11 Objective Four: DC Campuses and Infrastructure

Page 12 Objective Five: Staff Learning and growth

Page 13 Objective Six: Financial Management

Page 14 Implementing the Strategic Plan

Page 15 Pictures

Page 16 Core Values

CONTENTS

To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning

and create aspirational minds

It is with great pleasure that we present to

you the Doha College Strategic Plan 2015-

2020. This Strategic Plan is a vital tool to aid

Doha College achieve its vision “to enable

personal growth, instil a passion for learning

and create aspirational minds.”

Based on a bold and ambitious vision, this Strategic Plan has responded with a bold and ambitious strategy to enable this to occur. The Strategic Plan seeks not only to deliver on our vision, it also embraces our Mission statement and Core Values. Building upon our long history of educational excellence in Qatar and the region, the Strategic Plan provides the framework for future decision making and investment into the College. The Strategic Plan is supported by the Development Plan which outlines key areas of focus, objectives and outcomes. Measurement against key performance indicators will occur annually and will reported on through the Board of Governors annual report. The Strategic Plan has been developed in partnership between the Board of Governors,

the Doha College Leadership Team, British Embassy, staff, students and the parent body over the past 3 years and is intended to guide the college over the next exciting period.

The Board of Governors and the Principal of Doha College are committed to working together with all stakeholders in the college community, to deliver the Strategic Plan and to strengthen our reputation as a leading international school. The Board of Governors remains committed to providing for the long-term success and financial sustainability of Doha College through the provision of sound, open and transparent leadership and governance. Dr Tim Bentley Chair

FROM THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS

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‘The sole purpose of any school is to place the child at the heart of everything it does. Anything less is unacceptable.’ The Doha College Strategy Document and the Development Plan has been collated with key stakeholder consultation. The intention of these plans is to highlight how we intend to move closer to an ambitious vision “to enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning and create aspirational minds.” In many areas we have already achieved this. However, it is an aspirational target that once reached, can always be further improved upon. That is one of the many wonderful challenges the college will always face. As Principal it is my role to ensure that our course is clearly defined by the Board.

Our staff who are integral to the college achieving its strategic plan are carefully selected to guarantee we have the very best, both on the support and teaching side. Their commitment to providing an outstanding educational provision has to be exceptional. There is no second chance for our students.

Dr Steffen Sommer Principal

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning

and create aspirational minds

Doha College is one of the oldest British Curriculum Schools in Qatar. From humble beginnings, Doha College has grown and now provides a world class education to more than 1800 students between the ages of 3 and 18, representing more than 50 nationalities. Established in 1980, the college proudly celebrated its Pearl Anniversary in 2010. Originally opened to meet the demand for a British-style education, the institution continues to operate under the sponsorship of the British Embassy on a not-for-profit basis. There is tangible energy, enthusiasm and dynamism apparent throughout the college and it is clear that the students are happy and thrive on the challenges offered both in and out of the classroom. All stakeholders believe that the ‘DC experience’ should be a positive, indelible and memorable one, which prepares and remains with each student for life. The college is committed to high academic

standards and is recognised as a centre for

excellence in the region. We follow the

National Curriculum for England, students

excel at all Key Stages and work towards

(I)GCSEs, AS and A2 level examinations. We

have a thriving 6th Form with over 200

students. Examination results have

consistently highlighted our reputation as a

school of excellence. Our results are

comparable with the very best schools and sit

amongst the top 100 schools in the UK.

Qatar is a dynamic and thriving country in which to live, where its culture and heritage are intertwined with modern development and advancements. The country will host the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This will be a catalyst for huge growth in all sectors within the region and the college will play a significant role in this project. To help facilitate the growth of Qatar and the education of its children, Doha College is constructing a state of the art building. With an anticipated completion date in 2018 this exciting and unique project will involve all staff, students and parents.

Doha College provides an inspiring and challenging learning environment which develops confidence, creativity and intellect, in order to enable every student to make a valued contribution to our global society.

The “DC Experience”

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Our Vision

To enable personal growth, instil a passion for

learning and create aspirational minds

Our Mission To unlock our students’ full potential, develop their confidence, creativity and intellect in a safe and caring environment, empowering their contribution to global society.

Our Core Values • Excellence and Achievement • Respect and Integrity • Commitment and Responsibility • Challenge and Reward • Fun and Enjoyment

Our Strategic Plan

The Doha College Strategic Plan aims to focus efforts on the following key elements of our

Vision, Mission and Core Values:

• Provide the highest quality British curriculum education

• Enhance our international standing

• Improve our effectiveness

VISION, MISSION AND CORE VALUES

To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning

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Objective One:

CURRICULUM AND ENHANCED SUPPORT

THROUGH HIGH PERFORMANCE LEARNING

Objective: To provide a world-class educational experience for all

our students

Outcomes:

Driven by the belief that all children can do well and aim high, we value,

encourage and celebrate academic excellence and personal development.

Nurture a learning environment which is safe and affirming, where students are encouraged to take appropriate risks to challenge their personal growth.

Recognise the importance of technology and its value in enriching the learning process.

Provide opportunities to develop student leadership experience to enable today’s learners to become tomorrow’s leaders.

Provide a range of co-curricular opportunities to enhance learning. Create opportunities for students to develop critical thinking and awareness. Offer students a challenging and academic environment which challenges and encourages them to take responsibility for their own learning. Develop confident students enabling them to deal with change.

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Objective Two:

OFFER DIVERSE OPPORTUNTIES THROUGH SPORT AND PERFORMING ARTS

Objective: To develop well rounded students through excellent

opportunities in sport, music, and drama that complement our

academic programme

Outcomes:

Create exciting opportunities for students to develop and excel in areas of music,

drama and sport.

Expand cross-curricular and extra-curricular activities offered to the broader community where there is a direct educational and social benefit to students.

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Objective Three:

DOHA COLLEGE COMMUNITY

Objective: To enhance the strong sense of community and

strengthen our culture

Outcomes:

Further develop out of school opportunities for parents and the community to

be a part of the ‘DC experience’.

Develop community based educational and fitness programmes to provide life-long learning opportunities.

Increase parental involvement.

Develop and support the parent body organisation, Friends of Doha College (FDC).

Maintain and enhance ties with the British Embassy.

Continually improve ties with other schools in order to seek ways to strengthen educational outcomes for students.

The wider community is aware of Doha College and its achievements through a well-planned marketing strategy.

Develop ‘outreach’ projects to benefit others as well as student understanding of those less fortunate.

Develop culturally sensitive ways to welcome and acknowledge benefactors.

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Objective Four:

DC CAMPUSES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Objective: To provide state-of-the-art facilities to support

the provision of a world-class educational experience

Outcomes:

Build a new home for Doha College.

Provide a new modern facility which enhances the learning/living environment for the college and its stakeholders and meets budget and programme requirements.

Provide a facility which is future proof in its own design to be flexible for potential future requirements and support the ‘DC experience’.

Ensure all systems, procedures are fit for purpose and exceeds best practice providing a sustainable environment.

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Objective Five:

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH

Objective: To provide opportunities that optimise the personal

and professional development of all staff so that they can best

enable students to realize their full potential

Outcomes:

Recognise talent amongst the staffing body and create ways for their talent to be utilised.

Provide a structured and relevant development programme to ensure all staff continually improve.

Ensure that staff development supports succession planning and allows for professional progression.

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Objective Six:

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Objective: To secure the long-term financial security of the

college to support sustainable growth in order to provide

the best opportunities for every child

Outcomes:

To promote sponsorship and fundraising through the implementation of a

Debentures Scheme.

Expand sporting and other provisions beyond the normal college programme

income streams.

Promote and increase donations, sponsorship and gifts in kind for the

construction of the new campus and future projects.

Set and maintain tuition fees at a competitive level across Qatar and the

region.

Security of finances – ensure financial prudence.

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To be recognised as one of the leading international schools in the world

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Core Values: Excellence and Achievement Respect and Integrity Commitment and Responsibility Challenge and Reward Fun and Enjoyment

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