Al Mashaf


Al Meshaf is a Qatari district located in the municipality of Al Wakrah.
In the 2015 census, it was listed as a district of Zone 91, which has a population of 165,214 and also includes Al Wukair and Al Thumama.
It borders Al Wakrah to the east and Al Wukair to the southwest.

Etymology

The district's name has its roots in the Arabic word shouf, which is translated as "to elevate". It acquired this name due to its relatively high elevation when compared to the coastal area surrounding it.

Education

The following schools are located in Al Mashaf:
Name of SchoolCurriculumGradeGendersOfficial WebsiteRef
GEMS Wellington SchoolBritishKindergarten – SecondaryBoth
GEMS American AcademyAmericanKindergarten – SecondaryBoth
Jaber Bin Hayan School for BoysIndependentPrimaryBoys-onlyN/A