Our Primary students have been making the most of our exciting range of extracurricular activities! 🎶🤖📚👑👩🍳 From finding their voices in Choir, exploring the future of technology in our AI Club, and building confidence and skills in English Boosters, to developing independence through Junior Duke and getting creative in the Read More...
Our students are sharpening their thinking, planning their next moves, and enjoying every game together. From the first move to checkmate, there’s always something new to learn!
NIA Barwa students proudly participating as ball boys and flag bearers in FIFA World Cup U17. Muhammad Muaaz Grade 9 participated in U17 Fifa ⚽️ .
What a fantastic way to celebrate Sustainability Week at Newton D Ring! Today our students got creative and gave everyday containers a new life — planting seeds in yoghurt pots, tins, bottles, and boxes instead of traditional plant pots. 🌱 From colourful designs to thoughtful re-use of materials, it was Read More...
At NIA Lusail in F1, the children have been learning 'All About Me' by exploring their five senses! They enjoyed feeling and smelling different items in our tuff tray, creating our very own 'Mr Potato Heads' and adding on eyes, ears, noses, and mouths to help us learn what each Read More...
Newton International School Westbay hosted a gifted and talented quiz with three rounds - English, Mathematics and General Knowledge. All ten Newton Campuses joined Newton International School Westbay in their gymnasium where the Year Five and Year 6 Children worked tirelessly to answer all questions, work as a team and Read More...
Newton International School Westbay, in line with our focus on Character Education, celebrated odd sock day. Children were invited from Early Years to Year 6 to come to school dressed in funky or odd, mis-matching socks to celebrate all the things that make us different, diversity and encourage tolerance. Our Read More...
Students from Years 4–6 represented Newton British Academy, Barwa City wonderfully at the P4C Event hosted by Newton West Bay. Through forming communities of enquiry, they explored big questions about caring for our planet, shared thoughtful ideas, and developed their reasoning and reflection skills. Pupils also enjoyed creative art and Read More...
We were delighted to welcome our parents at NBA Barwa to an engaging Phonics Workshop, where we introduced our new phonics scheme – Little Wandle. Parents had the opportunity to see first-hand how we teach phonics at school and to take part in a range of fun, hands-on activities designed Read More...
NIA Smash, We’ve sailed the seven seas with our pirate crew and explored every emotion with the Colour Monster! 🌊⚓️💚💛❤️ What an amazing journey full of imagination, teamwork, and learning about our feelings!
Our Year 4 students have been busy turning recycled materials into creative masterpieces as part of their Trash to Treasure project! ♻️🛠️ From bottle cap art to cardboard inventions, they have shown us how an imagination can make a big difference 💡🌍 Sustainability, creativity, and fun — all in one Read More...
Our students and staff at NIA Smash, have the incredible opportunity to perform Umrah together — a trip filled with reflection, prayer, and unforgettable memories. May this experience strengthen their connection to Allah and to one another.
Athletics (QPPSSA) events have been taking place indoors where there has been a showcase of fast feet, big hearts, and great sportsmanship. Our U9 & U10/U11 squads represented NIA Barwa with pride.
The Inter-Newton Spelling Bee was hosted at NIA Barwa. Word power was at work as students from all of the Newton branches demonstrated nerves of steel, letters in order and super spelling across the group.
After - school ECAs have been in full flow - focused, fun, and full of new skills. Robotics ECA kicked off this week with coding, building, problem-solving in action. Across the school from chess to crafts - students continue to find their thing at ECAs this week.
The EYFS children were full of excitement as they explored soft play area. They climbed, balanced, and slid with huge smiles, developing their confidence and coordination through play. It was wonderful to see them working together, sharing, and discovering new ways to move and have fun in a safe, engaging Read More...
From farm to fork - Year 1 have been exploring food journeys at Eataly. Our curious cooks were tasting, talking, and learning as they took part in hands - on learning that’s good enough to eat!
“Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta. Inspired by these words, our Year 8 students visited the exhibition ‘MIA Travelers – In the Steps of Ibn Battuta, from North Africa through Arabia and Beyond’ at the Museum of Islamic Art. The boys Read More...
As the weather begins to cool, it’s the perfect time to get our school garden ready for a new growing season! It’s been a real team effort across the school this week. Our KS3 students took on the heavy lifting — replenishing soil and pots — while KS1 helped mix Read More...
Our Year 7 students enjoyed an exciting educational trip to the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum in Al Shahaniya. The visit gave students a fascinating insight into Qatar’s rich heritage, culture, and traditions through one of the largest private collections in the world. Students explored a wide range Read More...
On Thursday, our School Council led a wonderful Day of Reflection in support of the Qatar Cancer Society. The whole school came together dressed in pink, took part in awareness lessons and assemblies, and joined a lively bake sale to raise funds for this important cause. We are incredibly proud Read More...
Our Wellbeing Committee is proudly collaborating with RedEarth Education, an NGO based in Uganda, on a project aimed at engaging girls in mathematics. This initiative reflects our commitment to supporting global causes that promote equity and access in education. To raise funds for this worthy cause, our staff have organised Read More...
Our youngest learners had a wonderful time celebrating Colour Day this week! The EYFS department was bursting with bright smiles and even brighter outfits as children came dressed in every colour of the rainbow. Throughout the day, they explored colour mixing, sorted colourful objects, painted with their feet to create Read More...
Our sixth form students also recently attended their first University Fair, where they explored a wide range of high-quality higher education opportunities offered by leading Malaysian institutions. The fair showcased globally recognised programmes in fields such as engineering, medicine, business, and technology, reflecting Malaysia’s growing reputation as a regional education Read More...
KS1 and KS2 pupils had the exciting opportunity to take part in a hands-on science incursion. The interactive sessions encouraged curiosity and exploration through practical experiments and engaging demonstrations. Pupils were able to apply scientific thinking in a fun, collaborative environment, sparking enthusiasm for discovery and deepening their understanding of Read More...
STEM Week was an exciting celebration of innovation, problem-solving, and creativity. Students took part in a thrilling Egg Drop Challenge, applying principles of physics and engineering to design protective structures that kept their eggs intact — a fun and practical test of scientific thinking and teamwork. In Maths in the Read More...
Charity Week was a resounding success, reflecting the compassion, unity, and generosity of our entire school community. Students and staff came together with creativity and enthusiasm to organise engaging events that raised both awareness and funds for meaningful causes. From bake sales to sponsored challenges, every activity demonstrated a shared Read More...
We enjoyed celebrating Mental Health Day and Breast Cancer Awareness Day this week. The children participated in a range of activities that helped them understand more about each cause. Well done! UKS2 hosted a bake sale in aid of Charity Week and raised 7000QAR!
We were delighted to appoint our Student Council, along with our Head Boy, Head Girl, and their Deputies. The children proudly received their badges and had the opportunity to meet with the Principal and Head of Primary to discuss their new roles. They also helped to distribute badges to other Read More...
Thank you to our colleagues at NIS D-Ring who kindly hosted a group of our Year 5 and 6 students last week for the Maths Competition. Although we did not bring home any prizes this time, we were delighted to be invited and the children had a fantastic experience taking Read More...
We enjoyed our Read and Relax Mornings at NBS Al Waab. Parents were warmly welcomed into classrooms to join their children for a calm and engaging start to the day, sharing stories and spending quality time reading together. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and joy as children proudly showed Read More...
We celebrated World Teachers’ Day, taking the opportunity to show our appreciation for the incredible dedication and passion our staff bring to NBS Al Waab every day. Each teacher received a rose and a beautiful box of goodies from Pedro Bakes as a small token of our gratitude. The celebration Read More...
Some of our KS2 students attended the Spelling Bee at NIA Barwa, where they took part in exciting activities and some fantastic competition. Although they didn’t secure a win this time, they had a wonderful experience and represented our school with confidence, enthusiasm, and great team spirit. It is always Read More...
On Tuesday, 14th October, our Year 9 students enjoyed a visit to the Doha International Book Fair, followed by a storytelling session with Mr. Ibrahim A’ad at Qatar National Library. They engaged in voice-over and Arabic reading activities, then explored Katara’s cultural sites — deepening their appreciation for the Arabic Read More...
The Year 11 and Year 12 boys faced Pearling International School in a football fixture. The Year 11 team drew 1–1, with a goal from Ahmed Al-Kubaisi. The Year 12 team secured an impressive 3–2 comeback victory, with goals scored by Abdulla Al-Dosari (2) and Abdulla Al-Attiyah.
Congratulations to our KS2 pupils who participated in the Inter-Newton Spelling Bee Competition at NIA Barwa on Tuesday 14th October! We are incredibly proud of each one of them for their effort and enthusiasm. A special thank you to NIA Barwa for hosting this wonderful event and providing our pupils Read More...
Our school community came together to support mental health awareness by wearing green. It was wonderful to see students and staff showing their support and starting important conversations about wellbeing. Activities throughout the day helped promote the message that mental health matters and that it is okay to talk about Read More...
During our recent P4C Accreditation Visit led by Nick, NIA Smash was awarded the Silver Level Accreditation. Congratulations to our P4C Coordinator, Ms. Donnelly, for her excellent preparation and leadership throughout the visit. Thank you to all staff involved for their continued commitment to promoting critical thinking and dialogue in Read More...
Caitlyn Naidoo, Aysha Khan, Heidi Dembele and Cindy Clark had the privilege of attending training with Roger and Nick from Dialogue Works for an incredible P4C Advanced Training session at Newton Smash. The training was filled with rich dialogue, deep thinking, and inspiring ideas that will continue to strengthen Philosophy Read More...
In F2, the children marked Mental Health Awareness Day with a wonderful variety of thoughtful and calming activities. Everyone came to school dressed in green, a colour symbolising harmony, renewal, growth, balance, and hope, representing positivity and fresh starts. Across the classes, children participated in relaxing yoga sessions, bubble breathing Read More...
This week, our F1 children took part in a special celebration for World Mental Health Awareness Day. Dressed in green to show kindness, support, and care for one another, the children engaged in a range of activities designed to promote friendship, mindfulness, and emotional wellbeing. They enjoyed dancing to get Read More...
Year 5 had an exciting trip to the Planetarium in Katara to launch their new Science topic on Space. The children were amazed as they journeyed through the solar system, learning about planets, stars and galaxies. They were fascinated by the immersive dome experience and loved discovering how astronauts live Read More...
Today, as part of our World Mental Health Day activities, we took time to focus on our wellbeing through a creative exercise called bilateral drawing. “Bilateral” means “two sides,” and this activity involves using both hands at the same time to draw. By doing this, we engaged both sides of Read More...
Year 6 celebrated World Mental Health Day by taking time to slow down, reflect and practise meditation. The children learned how calming their minds and focusing on their breathing can help them feel more relaxed and ready to learn. Taking a few quiet moments to notice their thoughts and feelings Read More...
Pupils had a joyful time celebrating Odd Socks Day, a colourful event that reminded everyone that it is perfectly okay to be different. With bright, mismatched socks and cheerful smiles, pupils proudly embraced the message of kindness, individuality, and inclusion. The school buzzed with excitement as pupils and staff joined Read More...
Kindness Week was a tremendous success, bringing the whole school community together in a spirit of empathy and respect. Throughout the week, pupils engaged in a variety of meaningful activities, including assemblies led by students, a poster competition, and the creation of kindness bracelets and thank-you notes for teachers. Classrooms Read More...
Teachers’ Day was a heartfelt celebration of the dedication, compassion, and commitment that define our teaching community. Our staff were showered with appreciation and warm wishes from our wonderful parent community and students alike. The day was filled with thoughtful messages, kind gestures, and tokens of gratitude that served as Read More...
At NIA Lusail, we celebrated World Mental Health Day with our vibrant Hello Yellow event, focusing on positivity, kindness, and the importance of taking care of our mental wellbeing. The school was filled with smiles and a cheerful sea of yellow as students and staff came together to raise awareness Read More...
Year 6 students are currently exploring autobiographies as part of their English lessons. To bring their learning to life, they interviewed Mr. Meyer and Mr. Gudgeon, asking thoughtful questions about their life experiences, proudest moments, and personal inspirations. The students showed great curiosity and confidence during the interviews, gaining valuable Read More...
Two students from each of Years 3, 4, 5, and 6 proudly represented NIA Lusail in the exciting Inter-Newton Spelling Bee competition, hosted by NIA Barwa. Round 1 tested student’s critical thinking with clever riddles and word puzzles, where they used colourful balls to spell out their answers. Round 2 Read More...
Our Primary students really enjoyed celebrating healthy eating week! It was fantastic to see so many delicious and nutritious snacks throughout the week. Thank you to our parents for helping us to promote healthy snacks throughout the year and for the efforts made during our healthy dress-up day.
We were delighted to welcome Nick Chandley from Dialogue Works (UK) and Mari Liebenberg, a Newton Dialogue Works trainer, to our school as part of our Philosophy for Children (P4C) accreditation process. We are proud to share that our campus has been awarded the Silver Level Accreditation, with Gold now Read More...
NBS Muraikh hosted a Year 10 IGCSE Parent Information Session to help families gain a clearer understanding of the IGCSE programme and the academic journey ahead. The session provided detailed insights into the structure of the IGCSE curriculum, including an explanation of the modular and linear pathways, allowing parents and Read More...
NBS Muraikh celebrated World Mental Health Day together with kindness, creativity and lots of green! A huge thank you to everyone for joining in and especially for dressing up in green — the colour of mental health awareness. World Mental Health Day is all about raising awareness, showing support and Read More...
Year 4 have been busy wrapping up their writing unit of persuasive advertisements — creating and promoting their very own chocolate bars for Mr. Willy Wonka! To celebrate finishing our class novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the children enjoyed a fun dress-up day and took part in a range Read More...
On Sunday, West Bay celebrated World Teachers' Day with great enthusiasm and appreciation for our dedicated educators. We kicked off the day by treating our teachers to a special coffee order, and after school, we gathered at the primary campus for a fun filled pizza party. It was heartwarming to Read More...
Our Year 3-6 children attended Newton International Academy Barwa for a Spelling Bee Competition where our Year 3-4 children placed second and a big effort from out Year 5-6 team. Well done, Key Stage Two!
It’s been another busy and exciting week in KS1! Year 1 have been developing their addition and subtraction skills using counters to help them solve problems in practical ways. Year 2 have been exploring habitats through hands-on lessons, including investigations and creative activities using tuft trays to discover where different Read More...
Proud moment for NIA Barwa! Congratulations to Year 10 Computer Science students Shadirna Nuh, Maryam Khan and Melina Saaid for their outstanding performance at the Harvard Crimson Global Quiz Bowl- Computer Science. They won the Champions in Qatar Title and secured Second Place in MENA+ Africa region. The team has Read More...
This week we celebrated Crazy Hair and Class Colour Day! The children arrived showcasing their imaginative hairstyles that brought smiles to everyone’s faces. Their creativity truly shone, adding an extra dose of fun to our day. The excitement continued with a Colour Monster Scavenger Hunt, where both children and staff Read More...
This week, KS1 had a fantastic time celebrating International Day! The children proudly wore their national clothes and joined a colourful parade showcasing our school’s wonderful diversity. They also shared presentations about their home countries and enjoyed a country carousel of activities, visiting different classrooms to learn about countries from Read More...
UKS2 Inter-Newton Creative Writing Event at NBA, Barwa City. Creativity was in full swing at the UKS2 Inter-Newton Creative Writing Event at NBA, Barwa City. Students from across the NGS branches showcased their imagination and storytelling through a variety of exciting activities. Huge congratulations to NIA Barwa for taking 1st Read More...
Our NIS D-Ring School Council and Wellbeing Committee hosted a fantastic Pink Day & Bake Sale to raise awareness for breast cancer. A big thank you to all who baked, wore pink, and supported this important cause. We’re proud of our students’ leadership and compassion!
Newton International School Lagoon hosted its annual University Fair, welcoming representatives from over 35 universities and higher education providers. Among the institutions present were several based in Qatar, including Qatar University, Weill Cornell Medicine–Qatar, Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, Georgetown University in Qatar, Northwestern University in Qatar, and University of Read More...
Miss Walling and the Year 1 pupils and teachers enjoyed an exciting educational trip to OliOli Doha in Katara. The children explored the interactive galleries, discovering how things move, build, and flow through hands-on exhibits. From launching rockets and building structures to experimenting with air and water, every child had Read More...
It was wonderful to see the Secondary Auditorium filled with Year 10 pupils and their families for this week’s Parents’ Information Evening. The session provided exhaustive information about the IGCSE programme, including details on the new modular IGCSE structure and valuable tips for success over the next two years. Parents Read More...
Last Thursday, as part of our ‘All About Me’ topic in EYFS, pupils brought their favourite teddy bears to school to share with their friends and play with. Everyone arrived in their cosy pyjamas, adding to the fun and excitement of the day. To end the day, parents joined us Read More...
Our World Teachers’ Day celebration at Newton Lagoon was a wonderful opportunity to pause, reflect, and genuinely thank our teachers for all they do. It was a warm, joyful occasion that reminded us why teaching is such a powerful calling. The generosity of our CEO made the event possible — Read More...
A big THANK YOU to all the wonderful parents who joined us for our Coffee Morning today! It was a pleasure to connect with you, invite you to your child’s classroom, and—most importantly—listen to your thoughtful feedback.
Award Ceremony of the 321 Cultural Olympiad 2025! A huge congratulations to our talented artists at Newton International School Lagoon! 🎨 At the Schools Cultural Olympiad Art Competition, held at the 3-2-1 Sports Museum in the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani, our students Read More...
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