Accreditations & awards
Accreditations & awards

Accreditations and awards

Durham School for Girls, Doha proudly demonstrates its commitment to educational excellence through a range of accreditations and transparent governance practices. Discover how we deliver a world-class British education within a nurturing, inclusive and inspiring environment that empowers every girl to flourish.

Accreditations

British Schools Overseas (BSO)
British Schools Overseas (BSO)

This UK-recognised status confirms that Durham School for Girls delivers education equivalent to the best independent schools in England.

Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)
Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)

Approved by Qatar’s Ministry of Higher Education, Durham meets national standards of academic excellence and governance. Our curriculum aligns with the country’s educational vision, ensuring quality, inclusivity and opportunities for every learner to thrive.

Pearson Excedel
Pearson Excedel

Our school is accredited by Pearson Edexcel, enabling our girls to study IGCSE and A Level qualifications trusted across the globe. This reflects the school’s strong academic standards and results.

Cambridge International School
Cambridge International School

As a Cambridge International School, Durham upholds the highest global standards in education. We offer a rigorous and balanced curriculum that nurtures curiosity, critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning, preparing pupils for success at university and beyond.

British Schools of the Middle East (BSME)
British Schools of the Middle East (BSME)

As a member of BSME, Durham School for Girls, Doha joins a leading network of British curriculum schools in the region. This membership supports collaboration and ensures continued educational excellence.

Association of British Schools Overseas (AOBSO)
Association of British Schools Overseas (AOBSO)

Durham School for Girls, Doha is part of the Association of British Schools Overseas. This recognition highlights our school’s commitment to maintaining the UK Department for Education’s standards of quality and performance.

Microsoft Showcase School
Microsoft Showcase School

As a Microsoft Showcase School, Durham is a globally recognised institution leading digital transformation in education. We innovate in teaching and learning, foster future-ready skills and use Microsoft tools to personalise learning and enhance student success within a connected global community.

Latest awards

Durham School for Girls Doha received the MOEHE Clear Flag Award for the second year in a row

29 September 2025

Durham School for Girls Doha received the MOEHE Clear Flag Award for the second year in a row

We’re proud to have once again earned the Ministry of Education and Higher Education’s Clear Flag award, a recognition of our ongoing commitment.

Outstanding achievement in Arabic at IGCSE & A-Level

25 September 2025

Outstanding achievement in Arabic at IGCSE & A-Level

DSGD extends its heartfelt congratulations to the students of Year 11 and Year 12 on their outstanding achievement in Arabic Language at the IGCSE and A-Level stages.

 Durham girls shine in International Kangaroo Math Competition

21 April 2025

Durham girls shine in International Kangaroo Math Competition

A huge well done to our students from Years 7 to 12 who took part in the global Maths challenge and earned medals and certificates for their efforts.

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