Children performing at the opening ceremony of King's College, Doha, yesterday. Pic: Kammutty VP/ The Peninsula
King’s College, Doha, a sister school of the famous King’s College in England, held its official opening celebrations yesterday in the presence of Sheikh Mansoor bin Jassim Thani Al Thani, Chairman of the school, British Ambassador Ajay Sharma alongside representatives from Qatar’s Ministry of Education.
Representing King’s from the UK were Chairperson Linda Nash and Headmaster Justin Chippendale.
King’s College, Doha, opened its doors in Al Thumama last September and currently provides a traditional British education to almost 250 children aged 3 to 11 with phase two set to expand the school all the way up to age 18. The school is designed by award-winning architects and blends some of the finest early years and primary school facilities in Qatar with top quality teaching and an all-inclusive approach. The Ministry of Education has recognised King’s College as an “Outstanding School.”
Sheikh Mansoor bin Jassim Thani Al Thani, sponsor and Chairman of King’s College, Doha, said: “In line with my country’s 2030 vision, it is with great pride that we formally celebrate the opening of King’s College, Doha today. The school offers first-class teaching that caters to the needs of each child, blending the power of tradition and culture with innovation and enquiry. We offer an environment that encourages all children to be understanding and tolerant of others, whilst developing the self-confidence to be a creative and responsible member of society.”
