Arab International Academy Doha
International School in Doha
Quick answer
Arab International Academy Doha 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 33 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Arab International Academy Doha.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 19 (max 22) Doha international school · 408 students total.
- 33 nationalities top: Qataris & Jordanian.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:10 am.
408
33 (Qataris & Jordanian)
19 avg / 22 max
Rolling
About Arab International Academy Doha
School fees range in QAR valid for the academic year 2025/2026
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
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.
- •Listed (unverified): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): In-house specialist staff listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | 35296 ﷼-54465 ﷼ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,000(+30%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,000 |
| Cost position in Doha | 74th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
IB Diploma
Arabic- English and French
The learning support team consists of learning support specialist and speech-language therapists. They have both native Arabic and English speakers for all the sessions they provide. The learning support team works in close collaboration with students, parents, teachers and all involved to develop an individualized education plan (IEP) tailored to meet the needs of each student they service. Their services can be provided by pull out sessions or in class support, depending on what is most beneficial for the student. The learning support specialists assist students in reading, writing and math. They provide students with the basic building blocks to acquire the skills they need to succeed in their classes. The learning support specialist can help the student fill in missing gaps in their education. The speech-language therapist addresses a student’s difficulty with communication.
Yes, we have a department for learning support with specialists in it including speech therapists.
No, but we offer the language at different levels.
7:10 am – 2:35 pm
Yes, yet not obligatory.
Yes according to parents request.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Doha
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Qataris & Jordanian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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