Doha British School Al Wakra
International School in Doha
Quick answer
Doha British School Al Wakra (DBS Al Wakra) is one of three Doha British School campuses in Qatar, serving students aged 3 to 17. The school delivers the National Curriculum of England with IGCSE and A Level pathways, accredited by IBO, CIS and BSO. The November 2021 BSO inspection rated DBS as 'an excellent school due to strong leadership of the principal and head of primary'.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Doha British School Al Wakra.
- Tuition Fee not verified — check the school's published schedule
- Ages: Ages 3 to 17 school day starts at 7:00 am.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, BSO verified.
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IBO, CIS, BSO
About Doha British School Al Wakra
Doha British School Al Wakra works in close partnership with Doha British School main campus delivering the National Curriculum of England and provides an excellent education for all of pupils. Doha British School Wakra believes that children should enjoy school and understand the world around them. The core purpose of the school is that every pupil gets as much from DBS as possible. This is based on the school's fundamental belief that all pupils can, need and want to learn. DBS ensures that teaching and learning has a dynamic balance of fun, play, academic rigor and discipline.
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) | Fee not verified — check the school's published schedule |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
British
Arabic, Spanish
7:00 am – KG1 and KG2: 12:45 pm KG3 - G5: 1:30 pm
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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