QIS is an English-speaking private day school located in Doha, capital city of the State of Qatar. The school follows the National Curriculum of England for students ranging between 3 and 18 years of age.
The Qatar International School was founded by the Owner Sheikh Ali bin Ahmed bin Thani Al Thani and the previous Principal, Mrs Griffin. The school started in 1977 as a small Pre-school in the Montaza area of Doha. The Primary section was opened in 1985 followed by the Secondary section in 1994.
The school is managed by British professionals and has developed into one of the largest British Schools in Qatar, with around 1,600 students on the role.