Your say
Members of community tell us what they're most looking forward to at our new campus. Over to you!
My favourite part of the new building has been welcoming the kids into the school, during temperature taking.
Malcolm Purnell
Assistant Principal, Middle High School
"I close my eyes and I can see, a world that's waiting there for me..." This little quiet corner of the playground will be the new Lower School garden. As the children's curious little minds in Grade 2 focus on their unit of 'sharing the planet' and as the Grade 4 'stem cells' unit on animals and plants is introduced, this area of the school is filled with imagination and possibilities of what could be. Just as the school was born out of the desert, what new life can we grow here that inspires the minds of even our youngest children?
Jonathan Rawlinson
Lower School Principal
I love how all the Early Childhood classrooms open up to an outdoor play area. Everything is so bright and open, such a warming atmosphere.
Omi Al Sharida
Mum of PK3, Kindergarten and Grade 3 children
Seeing the Maidan for the first time from the top of the stairs, I got so emotional, that I had tears in my eyes. It hit me that we finally got our new campus... how far we have come! Another favourite spot is the terrace above the Sports Hall, overlooking the green football field, where parents can wait for their kids while they’re at their After-school activities. I cannot wait to be on that terrace with other moms or a good book. The playgrounds, green football field, volleyball and basketball court, the outdoor space and the potential of what it can be become. The theatre, with all wooden walls and floor! Looking forward to wonderful performances there! The open perimeter of the campus: no cement walls around the campus. It’s so welcoming!
Rawan Mahfoud
Mother of Rasha (Grade 4) and Zoya (Grade 2)
My favourite moment on our new campus so far was bringing my son (above) to school for the first time since March. He was so excited to finally see the new building, as well as his friends and the teachers. I can't wait to see the great opportunities that he, and all the other students, are going to experience this year.
Elliot Rose
Partnerships Manager
It was a touching moment when I entered the prayer rooms after a tour in the new school campus. I was moving from one facility to another exploring the place. The building is able to accommodate large numbers of people and host a variety of events. This includes members of the ACS community with all its multiple and rich cultures, shaping a beautiful piece of mosaic that reflects solidarity and unity. These elegantly furnished prayer rooms reflect the ACS community's respect for the country and the host culture and signifies the spirit of tolerance and brotherhood among the members of this community. I look forward to the day when we can enjoy the amazing spaces after Covid.
Hani Al Refo
Head of Arabic
Upon arriving through the Middle High School entrance into the huge triple volume Avenue, eyes are drawn toward the impressive Maidan and the adjacent walkways flanked by contemporary glass balustrades. Light permeates every nook and alcove. This intensifies the sense of space, which resonates powerfully through the entire facility. The new campus exemplifies how modern design elevates a learning environment.
Trevor Furness
Middle High School Principal
The wait is finally over, from the day we shovelled the dirt on this ground which marked the start of building, to actually being on this landmark campus has been such a great journey. Now working on this campus there are so many favourites already. The artwork on the wall, tree installation and the huge open spaces along with the stairs makes the Avenue my favourite place. The fresh air, light, and high ceilings gives this space a unique edge over the other areas of the schools. I look forward to the café opening soon to working from here while enjoying my coffee.
Sowmiya Kasthuri
Dean of Admissions and Marketing
My favourite moment is seeing the children explore the new materials and furniture. Their new spaces are full of carefully designed furniture that intrigues and delights – role play, water play, construction, expression! Seeing our returning families and children has also been so memorable. We have all noticed how ‘big’ the children are. Even though some have masks on, we can see that they are overjoyed to be back with their teachers, teaching assistants and friends.
Rachel McLeod
Early Childhood Principal
After long seeking the best school with a positive environment for our children, all research led us to one result: ACS. The diverse new campus combined with professional and heart-warming staff and an excellent school programme won us over at our first visit.
Mr Suljic Vahid
CEO, Students Qatar, and new parent to ACS Doha
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