International School of London ( in Qatar )

Zsejanko · Post by **Zsejanko** » Thu Feb 10, 2011 1:56 pm

Hello,

Has anyone heard / worked / is working at this school as of current? I really would be interested to know what it's like to work there and also the living conditions of the area. I am thinking of applying and sending them my resumes and such in a few days. Thanks!

Mike · Post by **Mike** » Fri Feb 11, 2011 10:56 pm

We had a friend last a year there. NOT recommended......

Zsejanko · Post by **Zsejanko** » Sat Feb 12, 2011 11:05 am

Details as to why not? I'm curious about it and all the other schools in Qatar seem really " national " despite the whole " international school " banner. Any information would be greatly helpful! Thanks.

Mike · Post by **Mike** » Sun Feb 13, 2011 11:21 pm

There are a few international schools: The American School, Qatar Academy, Doha College. All good schools!!

The rest mostly are for profit and lots of locals. Tons of expats here.... so lots of schools opening.

We love Doha! Tons of sporting events! Great weather! Lots of stuff for our kids!! The single teachers feel like its too "boring"

Hope this helps!

Zsejanko · Post by **Zsejanko** » Tue Feb 15, 2011 10:15 pm

i tried applying to those places but they haven't responded back. Just curious as to why Int. School of Lon. in Qat. seems a bit dodgy. It sounds legitimate enough on its website. I wonder if it's the pay? workload? students? mgmt? staff? parents? I wish someone could tell me more details.

OverseasEducator · Post by **OverseasEducator** » Thu Jan 19, 2012 11:18 am

Any updates?

Mike · Post by **Mike** » Thu Jan 19, 2012 12:05 pm

An old friend lasted a year there...

Lied about the contract.

Didn't sponsor her husband.

Shoddy housing...

Is that enough??

OverseasEducator · Post by **OverseasEducator** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 7:18 am

Ummm...
not good news...

Anyone else have any comments.

Is there anyone who actually works there?

Please post as my wife and I are trying to decide on this school.

It looks good on the surface.

I don't want one bad comment to discourage us.

Mike, is there a way to contact you or your friend?

Thanks.

sid · Post by **sid** » Sat Jan 21, 2012 3:00 am

They hired several teachers who had been fired from better schools in Doha, including some of the ones mentioned above. Sends a clear message about how much they care about quality.