King’s College Doha has been awarded Online Safety Certified School status by The National College, recognising the school’s strong and sustained commitment to safeguarding pupils in an increasingly digital world.

The accreditation highlights the school’s whole-community approach to online safety, ensuring that pupils, staff, and parents are all equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate digital environments responsibly and safely.

A Whole-School Commitment to Online Safety

The certification reflects a rigorous process of training and development across the school. Staff have undertaken specialist safeguarding and online safety training, enabling them to identify, prevent, and respond effectively to potential online risks.

In addition, online safety has been further embedded into the curriculum and pastoral programme, ensuring pupils are continuously supported in developing the skills and awareness needed to make safe and responsible choices online.

Empowering Pupils in a Digital World

As part of the accreditation, pupils are guided to understand both the opportunities and risks associated with digital technologies, including social media, online communication, and gaming platforms. The aim is to build confident, informed learners who can navigate the online world safely and responsibly.

Parents are also provided with guidance and resources to support their children at home, strengthening the partnership between school and family in promoting digital wellbeing.

Leadership Perspective

Mr Mahmood, Head of ICT and Computer Science, shared:

“This is a fantastic milestone for the school and reflects the collective effort of our parents, teachers and online safety lead, alongside the guides and resources provided by The National College.”

This achievement highlights the importance of proactive safeguarding in modern education and the need to stay ahead of evolving digital risks.

At King’s College Doha, safeguarding remains central to its ethos, ensuring pupils are supported both academically and personally in a safe and secure environment.

Commitment to Excellence

This accreditation further strengthens King’s College Doha’s reputation as a leading British international school in Qatar, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to student wellbeing, pastoral care, and future-ready education.

By achieving Online Safety Certified School status, the school continues to reinforce its position at the forefront of safeguarding excellence, ensuring every student is prepared to thrive safely in a digital world.