Principal's Pen

Celebrating Doha College’s Recognition in the Spear’s School Index

At Doha College, we have always aimed to be one of the world’s leading schools—not merely replicating others, but setting our own high standards for excellence within our unique international context.

I am particularly proud that nearly all schools featured in the Spear’s School Index are not-for-profit institutions. This recognition reinforces the importance of reinvesting every penny back into our students’ education—enhancing resources, enriching learning experiences, and recruiting the very best teachers. Unlike schools that prioritise profit, we are committed to ensuring that all funds directly benefit our students.

The Spear’s School Index evaluates schools on multiple dimensions beyond just academic performance. While it recognises that Doha College has achieved more Best in the World examination scores than any other British international school, it also considers a much broader set of criteria. The index assesses:

• Academic Excellence – Exam results and student progress.

• Holistic Education – The breadth of co-curricular activities available.

• University Admissions Success – The pathways our students take to the world’s top universities.

• Values-Based Education – The character development and ethos instilled in our students.

• Inclusive Learning – The support provided to students with diverse educational needs.

This methodology sets the Spear’s School Index apart from traditional school inspections, which often rate schools on a four-point scale from "Outstanding" to "Inadequate." While many schools worldwide achieve outstanding inspection ratings, only a select few earn a place in the Spear’s Top 100 Private Schools list.

Doha College’s inclusion in this prestigious ranking is a testament to our commitment to delivering outstanding education. It reflects the dedication of our students, staff, and wider school community, and we are honoured to be recognised on a global stage.

David Tongue

Principal