- Its not easy to get admission in good International
Schools. There is a long waiting list for most schools. You
can Choose Arabic as 2nd language in most schools. Qatar Academy, American School of Doha, Qatar International school, Doha English Speaking schools are some of the good schools.
- There is a Mom's Group in Qatar living, who meets up
Regularly with their toddlers and play groups.
- Yes Summer is horrible here. Most of the people
travel abroad during summer. Its not advisable to take
kids for outdoor activities during summer. Most of good
compound villas have covered Swimming pool. From Nov to
March you can enjoy all outdoor activities.
- Domestic help is available here, you need to sponsor
them. They are mostly from countries like, India,
Srilanka, Philippines, Indonesia etc. and most of them can speak/understand basic English, the normal Salary
is QR.1500 plus food and accommodation.
- Doha in general is a safe and family friendly place.
Driving is bit difficult initially, but after some
time you get used to it. Modestly dressed women do
not face much problems. Quality of life for American
Expat are really good.
There are lots of Americans and Europeans who are living happily here.
- Its not easy to get admission in good International
Schools. There is a long waiting list for most schools. You
can Choose Arabic as 2nd language in most schools. Qatar Academy, American School of Doha, Qatar International school, Doha English Speaking schools are some of the good schools.
- There is a Mom's Group in Qatar living, who meets up
Regularly with their toddlers and play groups.
- Yes Summer is horrible here. Most of the people
travel abroad during summer. Its not advisable to take
kids for outdoor activities during summer. Most of good
compound villas have covered Swimming pool. From Nov to
March you can enjoy all outdoor activities.
- Domestic help is available here, you need to sponsor
them. They are mostly from countries like, India,
Srilanka, Philippines, Indonesia etc. and most of them can speak/understand basic English, the normal Salary
is QR.1500 plus food and accommodation.
- Doha in general is a safe and family friendly place.
Driving is bit difficult initially, but after some
time you get used to it. Modestly dressed women do
not face much problems. Quality of life for American
Expat are really good.
There are lots of Americans and Europeans who are living happily here.