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History

LSQ History

The Lebanese School of Qatar was founded in 1976 by an elite group of men and women who had their country Lebanon and the Lebanese expats’ best interest at heart. They invested their time, effort and money generously and without respite to cater to the educational needs of the Lebanese Community in Qatar.

These benefactors needed financial and administrative support, and were blessed to find it in His Excellency Abdalluh Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah and the Lebanese Ambassadors who have served in Qatar since the school’s inception, sharing the same vision and aspiring to make it a reality.

His Excellency’s incessant generosity, hard work, and his governance of the school’s Board of Trustees, have propelled the school into more prosperity and excellence.

This dream would not have come to life without the endorsement of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani and his father, His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani who had gone above and beyond, welcoming the Lebanese community with open arms, and bestowing a piece of land in West Bay with all the needed provisions and facilitating all legal processes to ensure the main Campus Dafna stands today to accommodate the Lebanese students in Qatar.

The Lebanese School remains on a progressive path in its achievements and expansion; the latter being witnessed in the opening of new campus for the French Primary in 2018-2019, thanks to the tremendous efforts of the administrators and the Board of Trustees and their leader.

The dream might have started in a house, but it has grown into two campuses, and the best is yet to come!

Mission and Vision

Core Values

Our Story

Our Alma Mater

Board of Trustees

H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Abdallah Al Attiyah

President

Mr. Hamad Abdullah Hamad Abdullah Al Attiyah

Vice President

Mr. Ahmad Sheikha

Mr. Antoine Saade

Mr. Midhat Salha

Mr. Mostafa Kassar

Meet the Senior Team

Mrs. Norma Dimassa

Superintendent

Mrs. Taghrid Moughnieh

Associate Superintendent

Mrs. Hiba Hijazi

Head of English Middle and Secondary Department

Mrs. Nancy Nemer Haddad

Head of French Middle and Secondary Department

Mrs. Helen Hobeika

Head of English Primary Department (Gr. 3-6)

Mrs. Carine Harb Kadri

Head of French Primary Department

Mrs. Sara Soussi

Head of Early Years

Mrs. Nisrine Bleik

Instructional Specialist

Superintendent’s Message

Chers parents,

C’est avec grand plaisir que nous vous accueillons sur le site web de l’École Libanaise du Qatar et que nous vous présentons brièvement notre établissement.

Fondée en 1975, l’École Libanaise du Qatar est née de l’initiative de bienfaiteurs résidant au Qatar et d’hommes d’affaires libanais membres du conseil d’administration. Son objectif initial était de réunir les étudiants libanais dans un cadre commun, leur permettant de suivre un cursus conforme au programme libanais et de faciliter leur réintégration scolaire en cas de retour au Liban.

L’École Libanaise a été la première au monde à obtenir l’autorisation de faire passer les examens officiels du brevet et du baccalauréat libanais à l’étranger, en collaboration avec l’Ambassade du Liban au Qatar, et conformément aux exigences du ministère de l’Éducation Nationale du Liban. Elle propose à ses élèves un large éventail de filières : S3SV, S3SE ou S3SG, en langues française ou anglaise.

Grâce au dévouement et à l’expertise de notre personnel enseignant, l’école a connu une croissance remarquable. Aujourd’hui, avec l’ouverture d’un bâtiment annexe dédié au département primaire en français dans la région de Hitmi, nous accueillons environ 2800 élèves, de la maternelle à la terminale.

Notre excellence académique est reconnue à travers des distinctions prestigieuses telles que le Label France Education et l’accréditation de Cognia. Ces reconnaissances soulignent la qualité de notre enseignement, renforcée par une formation continue visant à enrichir les compétences du personnel éducatif et à maximiser les chances de réussite de nos élèves.

L’École Libanaise suit les objectifs du programme libanais tout en intégrant des standards internationaux issus d’autres systèmes éducatifs, tels que le modèle américain, pour offrir une éducation élargie et diversifiée.

De plus, avec l’autorisation de l’IB (International Baccalaureate), nous offrons désormais à nos élèves la possibilité de préparer ce prestigieux diplôme. Dès la fin de la classe de seconde, les élèves intéressés peuvent intégrer ce programme distinct du cursus libanais et obtenir leur diplôme IB à la fin de la classe de terminale.

Depuis ses débuts, l’École Libanaise s’est engagée à transmettre nos traditions et nos valeurs, tout en favorisant l’ouverture culturelle et les échanges avec le Qatar, notre pays d’accueil. Nous mettons un point d’honneur à préserver notre patrimoine culturel tout en préparant nos élèves à s’épanouir dans un monde en constante évolution.

Nous vous souhaitons une agréable visite sur notre site et espérons qu’il vous permettra de mieux découvrir notre établissement, sa mission et ses réalisations.

Bien cordialement,

Norma Dimassa
Chef d’établissement
norma@lsq.sch.qa

Associate Superintendent’s Message

Welcome to the Lebanese School of Qatar Website!

Located in the vibrant heart of Doha, LSQ proudly offers a unique curriculum that aligns with Lebanese standards while integrating elements from international curricula to prepare our students for a rapidly evolving world. With a record of outstanding achievements and continuous growth, LSQ stands as a leading institution in the region.

In 2016, LSQ achieved international accreditation from both AdvancED and Label FrancEducation, solidifying our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. In 2021, we were reaccredited by Cognia (previously known as AdvancED), further affirming our dedication to providing top-tier education to our students. Most recently, we have been authorized as an IB World School, offering the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP).

At the Lebanese School of Qatar, we are dedicated to furnishing every student with a high-quality education that nurtures inquiry, innovation, and a lifelong love for learning. This commitment is evident in the tireless efforts of our highly qualified educators and administrators, the active involvement of our parents, and the support of our esteemed board members.

As the Associate Superintendent, I consider it a privilege to be part of an environment where our students are a priority. I wholeheartedly invite you to join us on this journey towards excellence. If you have any queries or require assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us via email or give us a call at 4493454.

Sincerely,

Taghrid Moughnieh
Associate Superintendent.
taghrid@lsq.sch.qa

IB School

The Lebanese School of Qatar is proud to be an authorized IB World School offering the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). This globally recognized program prepares students aged 16 to 19 for success in higher education and beyond by fostering critical thinking, independent research, and a commitment to lifelong learning. At LSQ, we are dedicated to empowering students with the skills and values needed to thrive as lifelong learners and future leaders.

For more information about the IB DP at our school or to inquire about enrollment, please contact our IB Coordinator, Mrs. Nisrine Bleik, at nisrine.bleik@lsq.sch.qa.

Accreditation

In its efforts to provide world-class teaching and learning and prepare the students for the 21^st century skills, the Lebanese School has been committed to a path of continuous improvement, seeking high levels of quality education via recognitions not only from the Lebanese and Qatari Ministries of Education, but also from international sources such as AdvanceD, which is a non-profit organization with more than a hundred years of work in school education, serving as a trusted partner to 36,000 educational institutions, and The French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, which granted the school the LabelFrancEducation, for being a “Francophone” establishment, adopting the French as first language in teaching scientific subjects.

Annual Education Report

LSQ In Numbers

2700 +

Students

100%

Success Rate in Official Exams for Baccalaureate (Grade 12)

272

Staff

49 years

of Excellence

Campuses and Locations

Al Dafna Building

The Lebanese School of Qatar is on an ever-growing path not only educationally, but also in terms of campuses. The main campus is located in Al-Dafna, United Nations Street, with three main buildings A, B and C. Building A houses the Administration, the Library and the Pre-school Department; Building B holds the English Primary Department, and Building C accommodates The Middle and Secondary Department.

Al Hitmi Building