Maybe saying "awful in every way" was an exaggeration. I mean, it does have indoor toilets, air conditioning, clean facilities and other redeeming qualities. I understand that other parents may have a different point of view, that's fine for them. We've been unable to get them into other schools at this point, so we will very reluctantly give AJA another year and see if the situation improves. I am starting a job here soon and my main purpose is to save my salary so that, if neccesary, I can send them to ASD next year and actually be able to pay their extortionist tuition. Forgive me for spewing bitterness about the educational system in Doha!