

Ideal Indian School
IISSecular, Founded 1985
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
Languages
Ideal Indian School is a large, long-standing educational institution in Doha, Qatar, providing an Indian curriculum (CBSE) to a diverse student body. It offers both morning and evening sessions to ensure inclusive access to quality education for the expatriate community.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
The school aims to empower students with the competencies and skills necessary to navigate a rapidly changing world. It strives to foster a holistic learning environment that encourages inquiry, innovation, and experiential teaching methods while nurturing diverse talents. The institution operates on a no-loss, no-profit basis with a commitment to providing quality education to the expatriate community.
Programmes
The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and follows the 10+2 pattern. The curriculum includes core subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Computer Science, with a wide range of second and third languages including Arabic, French, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada, and Marathi. At the senior secondary level (Classes XI-XII), students can choose between Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams.
Outcomes
The school follows the CBSE curriculum and prepares students for the All India Secondary School Examination (AISSE) at the end of Class X and the All India Senior School Certificate Examination (AISSC) at the end of Class XII. Students have historically achieved high pass rates and top positions in board examinations, alongside recognition in various national and international competitions.
Student support
Learning support
The Junior Section includes a dedicated Resource Room for students with special needs, which is managed by a qualified special educator. The school emphasizes inclusive teaching practices and provides personal attention to students to support their holistic development.
Frequently asked questions(7)
- What curriculum does Ideal Indian School offer?
- Ideal Indian School offers CBSE (India).
- How much is tuition at Ideal Indian School?
- Annual tuition at Ideal Indian School is QAR 4K–QAR 7.9K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Ideal Indian School teach?
- Ideal Indian School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
- Is Ideal Indian School a day or boarding school?
- Ideal Indian School is a day school.
- What accreditations does Ideal Indian School hold?
- Ideal Indian School holds accreditations including COBIS.
- Is Ideal Indian School co-educational?
- Ideal Indian School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Ideal Indian School located?
- Ideal Indian School is an international school in Doha, Qatar.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025-2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| KG-1 | — | QAR 4K |
| KG-2 | — | QAR 4K |
| STD-01 | — | QAR 4.5K |
| STD-02 | — | QAR 4.5K |
| STD-03 | — | QAR 4.5K |
| STD-04 | — | QAR 4.5K |
| STD-05 | — | QAR 4.5K |
| STD-06 | — | QAR 4.8K |
| STD-07 | — | QAR 4.8K |
| STD-08 | — | QAR 4.8K |
| STD-09 | — | QAR 5.7K |
| STD-10 | — | QAR 5.7K |
| STD-11 | — | QAR 7.9K |
| STD-12 | — | QAR 7.9K |
Other fees(4)
| Registration fee· Once only registration fee | QAR 200 |
|---|---|
| Placement test· Students Assessment - once only (applicable for STD-01 to STD-12) | QAR 100 |
| Bus / transport· Transport - inside Doha (Annual) | QAR 2.8K |
| Bus / transport· Transport - outside Doha (Annual) | QAR 3.3K |
Admissions
The school operates a mandatory online application system for both morning and evening sessions, with no walk-in admissions permitted. All admissions are provisional and subject to approval from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) and the CBSE. Applicants from abroad (Class 2 onwards) must provide a Qatar MOFA-attested marklist from their previous school. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo an admission assessment.
Calendar
The school operates on a structured academic year with morning and evening sessions. The academic calendar includes a variety of events, festivals, competitions, and special assemblies designed to foster creativity and community spirit. The school observes a summer vacation period during which the administrative office remains open with reduced hours.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is divided into four specialized wings: Kindergarten, Junior Section, Boys' Section, and Girls' Section. Facilities include well-equipped laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Informatics, and Engineering Graphics, as well as computer labs, a digital library, and an activity hall. Sports facilities feature a multi-play area for basketball, tennis, badminton, and volleyball, along with a floodlit cricket ground.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a wide range of non-academic activities, including the Eco Kids Club, Gavel Club, Astronomy Club, English Literary Club, Yuva Tourism Club, and Heritage & Cultural Club. The school also organizes sports and games, arts and cultural activities, field trips, community service, and life skills development. A house system (Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow) encourages competition in sports, arts, and sciences.



- Mohammad Azam Khan KActing Principal
Mohammad Azam Khan K serves as the Acting Principal of Ideal Indian School. He holds an MA in Hindi, an MA in English, and a B.Ed.
- Dr. Nazima BiVice Principal, Girls Section
Dr. Nazima Bi is the Vice Principal of the Girls Section at Ideal Indian School and holds a PhD.
- Dr. Sajid ShamimHeadmaster, Junior Section
Dr. Sajid Shamim serves as the Headmaster of the Junior Section and holds an M.Sc., B.Ed., and PhD.
- Shirley D SalesHeadmistress, KG Section
Shirley D Sales is the Headmistress of the KG Section and holds a BA and a qualification in Early Child Education.
- Khatija T.CHeadmistress, Girls Section
Khatija T.C is the Headmistress of the Girls Section and holds a B.Sc. and B.Ed.
- Lipsy SabuAsst. Headmistress, Boys’ Section
Lipsy Sabu is the Assistant Headmistress of the Boys’ Section and holds an MA and B.Ed.
- Anwar SadathActing Asst. Headmaster, Boys' Section
Anwar Sadath serves as the Acting Assistant Headmaster of the Boys' Section and is also an HOD. He holds an M.A., M.Phil., and B.Ed.
- Jaseena AbdullaAsst. Headmistress, Junior Section
Jaseena Abdulla is the Assistant Headmistress of the Junior Section and holds a BA and B.Ed.
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