Doha College Celebrates Prestigious Double Recognition at MENA School Excellence Awards 2026
There are milestones in a school’s journey that define an era. Being awarded Highly Commended for both School of the Year and Principal of the Year at the MENA School Excellence Awards 2026 is one such moment for Doha College.
Shortlisted in four categories, Pupil Wellbeing, Inclusion, Principal of the Year and School of the Year, this double recognition places Doha College firmly among the most respected and forward-thinking international schools in the Middle East and North Africa region. It is a proud and powerful endorsement of our academic excellence, leadership, innovation and deeply embedded culture of care.
But more than anything, this recognition belongs to our community.
A Year of Exceptional Achievement
Our students achieved some of the strongest GCSE and A-Level results in the region, securing an impressive 34 international examination awards across Pearson Edexcel, Cambridge International and Oxford AQA qualifications — more than any school globally. Ninety per cent of graduates progressed to Russell Group universities, with 36 pupils earning places on competitive medical degree programmes.
These outcomes are not achieved by chance. They are the result of ambition, expert teaching, sustained investment and a culture that expects excellence while nurturing wellbeing.
As an independent, not-for-profit school, every success is reinvested into facilities, innovation and professional development, ensuring sustainable, long-term impact for every pupil.
A Holistic Model of Excellence
While academic results are exceptional, what truly sets Doha College apart is its holistic philosophy.
The DC Learner Profile underpins our curriculum, encouraging pupils to develop confidence, creativity, resilience, intellectual curiosity and ethical awareness. The Positively DC initiative promotes kindness, gratitude and inclusivity, while our unified House System fosters belonging and connection across all age groups.
With over 300 co-curricular activities, participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and regional Model United Nations conferences, pupils are empowered to lead, collaborate and serve. Learning extends far beyond the classroom — nurturing principled, globally minded young people ready to contribute positively to society.
Innovation continues to shape our future, with investment in artificial intelligence education and forward-thinking teaching strategies ensuring pupils are prepared for an evolving world.
A Collective Achievement
Awards matter because of what they represent.
This double recognition at the MENA School Excellence Awards affirms that excellence at Doha College is not defined solely by outcomes, but by culture — a culture of ambition balanced with empathy, innovation grounded in values, and success shared across a united community.
To be recognised for both School of the Year and Principal of the Year is a moment of immense pride. More importantly, it is a reaffirmation of our responsibility: to continue raising standards, nurturing potential and delivering an education that shapes confident, compassionate and capable global citizens.
And this is only the beginning.
