American Academy School
International School in Doha
Quick answer
American Academy School is an international school serving expat families in Doha. At $5,000–$15,000/year, it sits below the Doha average — offering strong value. The student body draws from 36 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at American Academy School.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- 36 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:15 am.
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About American Academy School
American Academy School is currently open to grade levels Pre-Kindergarten to grade 12. AAS has created a co-educational School for grades K-12 with special focus on developing the individual gifts of the students and encouraging their talents from a young age. Ind doing so, AAS hopes to foster their academic excellence, build effective skills in the use of technology and communication and develop their thinking and choice making skills for life in a warm, creative and academically unique environment.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 26225 ﷼-45500 ﷼ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,600(+26%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,600 |
| Cost position in Doha | 74th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
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Other
Arabic
7:15 am – G1 - G4: 1:30 pm G5 - G7: 1:40 pm G8 - G12: 1:45 pm
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Fee Position in Doha
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Student Diversity
Highly diverse
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