Each teacher offers one office hour per week.
What should I do if my child is sick?
If a child is ill and cannot attend school that day, parents should inform the school reception by calling or emailing Ms. Schlandt. Ms. Schlandt will then inform the appropriate teacher. Please provide a written excuse.
Where do I get information about the missed material
Usually, the classroom teacher will place the worksheets that the child must then complete in a drop box or give it to a child in the class who will then pass on the assignments to the sick child’s family. Otherwise, the parents can make other arrangements with the classroom teacher in this regard.
Which handwriting will my child learn?
At school, we learn the school output script (Schulausgangsschrift, SAS).
At what age can my child read or write?
This varies. As a rule, children should be able to read fluently by the end of 1st grade. The focus is then on cognitive reading from 2nd grade onwards.
What can we do as a family to support the student?
Check what content was taught in class at school on a daily basis. Talk to your child. Parents should be “on the ball” and know what is happening at school.
How does the settling-in process take place in the kindergarten? How long does it last?
Settling-in to life at kindergarten is a very individual process and depends on how the child responds. Usually this settling-in takes between one and three weeks. The parent or guardian can be reached by telephone at any time, and the child can rely on being picked up at the agreed time. The settling-in phase is […]
What should go in the lunch box?
We pay attention to a healthy diet to the extent possible for us within the framework of the daily kindergarten routine. Please only give your children a healthy breakfast (no bread with Nutella spread, chocolate bars, or cookies). We offer the children water as a beverage. Each child has a water bottle that can be […]
Do the children need a cap/hat for the garden? What about sunscreen?
Our playgrounds are covered. The children spend most of their time in the shade. However, there are also open-air play activities (e.g. scooter rides or gymnastics on the lawn). Therefore, the children should come to the kindergarten in the warm season with sunscreen on. Many children sweat under their caps and do not like to […]
Are the children allowed to bring juice or just water?
There are water dispensers throughout the school where children can fill up their water bottles. Juice is not prohibited at school, but is considered a sweet from a nutritional point of view, since even unsweetened juice often has a very high fructose content. Juice is not a thirst quencher, so we recommend that children drink […]
Are there any excursions outside of school?
At kindergarten, we take various day trips. In order for your child to participate in these outings, parents must sign a consent form. You can find more information on page 3 on the >registration form.
Are the children allowed to take a nap?
Yes, there is a nap room for children who need to sleep.
How can I contact the kindergarten director or preschool educator?
Written communication between parents and educators takes place via the HPI Cloud (or in some cases still via Edmodo). Furthermore, all group educators have an e-mail address (Surname.First name@ds-doha.de). These can be found on the website. E-mail address of the school: info@ds-doha.de E-mail address of the kindergarten management: kindergarten@ds-doha.de E-mail address reception office@ds-doha.de (or contact […]
Do the children need house shoes (what kind?)
Yes, the children require house shoes when they are in kindergarten. These shoes should allow them to move easily during play and gymnastics.
What is the DaF concept?
All kindergarten children whose first language is not German receive German as a Foreign Language (DaF) lessons in addition to the everyday integrated language support in the kindergarten groups. The kindergarten DaF concept can be downloaded from the website: >Download
How can I contact the class teacher (phone/e-mail)?
Each educator has an office hour once a week. The teachers can be contacted by e-mail. It is also possible to ask the educator for an appointment during drop-off and pick-up time, or to have a short conversation. >Contact details >Consultations
What is considered sick?
If your child is sick or unwell, he/she should stay home. For example, in case of: Fever (temperature higher than 37.5 °C) Diarrhea and nausea (currently or twice within the last 24 hours) Runny nose (i.e. purulent rhinitis) Crusted, watery eyes Sore throat or persistent cough Constant itching and scratching of the skin or rash. […]
What should my child bring for naptime?
For hygienic reasons, each child needs a personal blanket and pillow.
What are the “Bundesjugendspiele”? Do they also take place in kindergarten?
No, the Bundesjugendspiele are only held for children in primary school and secondary school. In the kindergarten, we celebrate a big sports festival every year shortly before the “Qatar National Sports Day”. The Bundesjugendspiele is an annual sports event held at German schools and schools abroad. Pupils’ participation is compulsory in accordance with a resolution […]
May children bring diapers/pacifier/soft toys?
Each child has an individual bag with a change of clothes. Toys are not allowed at kindergarten. However, a stuffed animal can be brought as part of the settling-in phase or for naps, since these sorts of toys can serve as an important emotional release for some children. Children must be able to use the […]
Are there specific times for breakfast and lunch?
Each group has a set breakfast & lunch time (see daily schedule).
Are there any after-school activities in the afternoon that the younger children can participate in?
The external company “STEM xplorers” offers “afternoon activities” at our school, which can be booked for a fee.
How often will the educators meet/communicate with parents to discuss progress and issues?
There is one development discussion per year, during which the parents are comprehensively informed by the group educators about the development of their child (Ravensburg Development Questionnaire, Ravensburger Entwicklungsbogen). If there is a need to discuss an issue, additional parent meetings can be arranged at any time. At the end of the last year of […]
Is English offered?
English lessons in kindergarten are not provided. Since most children have sufficient English language opportunities outside of kindergarten, the focus in kindergarten is on learning German. At school, English is taught starting in 1st grade.
How are the days structured?
See our daily schedule in kindergarten (above)
Do the children need a change of clothes?
Yes, each child should bring a change of clothes from home, which we will hang on the child’s hook in the cloakroom.
How are birthdays celebrated? Can the children bring a cake?
Birthdays are celebrated in the kindergarten in their individual groups. The children may bring a cake or snacks. Exact details can be discussed with the group educator a few days before. Since the children eat enough sweets on birthdays, bringing “goodie bags” to kindergarten is not allowed.
How many times a week is this preparation offered? For how many years?
We carefully prepare the children for their transition from kindergarten to school. In order to ensure a smooth transition, an age-appropriate program is offered for these children as part of the cooperation with the elementary school. This program is conducted by a kindergarten teacher and a teacher from the elementary school. The children meet once […]
What are the goals in Vorschule? When can children read and write?
According to the German school system, children learn literacy or reading and writing in 1st grade. In Vorschule, the basics principles and competencies are acquired in preparation for school. For example: Perception training Gross and fine motor skills (e.g., tying a bow, holding a pencil correctly, etc.) Creativity Social-emotional competencies Increasing concentration skills Cognitive skills […]
What materials do the children need?
For Vorschule, children need a binder for filing worksheets (about 8cm thick) and a pencil case with writing utensils, scissors, glue, and 20 plastic sheet protectors.
Can you fail Vorschule? What is a recommendation for school?
A school readiness test is administered each semester. When a child is ready for school, there is a recommendation for school. Each child develops at his or her own pace. If a child is not ready for school entry based on his or her development, the kindergarten will recommend spending an additional year in kindergarten […]
How often do the children go into the garden/outdoors?
During the cooler months, the children spend their breaks in our spacious outdoor area. The kindergarten children regularly go to the playground. During the summer months, when it is too hot to play outside, ample opportunities for exercise are provided inside the school.
Which combinations of subjects are possible?
Basically the subjects English, German, Biology, Maths and History have to be taken.
How much is the GIB / Secondary level?
QR 46,632 per year
Is there a registration deadline?
Generally in the beginning of April
Can my child cross?
Generally not – consultation essential!
Which universities accept the GIB?
The GIB is recognized by the Conference of Ministers of Education in Germany.
Can you also go to German universities of applied sciences with the GIB degree?
Yes, the GIB also includes a general entrance qualification if, in addition, a one-year internship has been carried out in qualified companies which are training companies (46 weeks of work, 6 weeks of holidays).
Are there admission tests?
No. Please bring the Grade 10 certificate to a meeting. There will then be an individual consultation.
How well does my child have to speak German to be able to attend the GIB at the German School Doha?
Your child needs the B2 level, which means in detail: Listening comprehension • I can understand in detail what I’m told in the standard language – even if there are disturbing noises in the surroundings. • I can understand most documentary broadcasts on the radio that speak standard language and hear the speakers’ mood, etc. […]
