Lycee Bonaparte Doha
International School in Doha
Quick answer
Lycée Bonaparte Doha is the AEFE-network French international school in Qatar, enrolling 2,100 students (including 1,100 in primary) from 75 nationalities across 5 languages of instruction (French, Arabic, English, Spanish, Latin). The school leads to the French Baccalauréat and Brevet. Annual tuition runs $8,000-$18,000 USD (true cost ~$15,700, +21% — Doha's 81st cost percentile). Admissions are competitive; best suited to French-speaking families wanting AEFE-network multilingual education in Qatar.
Key facts
- Curriculum: French leaving qualifications include French Baccalaureate and Brevet.
- Tuition: $8,000–$18,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 24 (max 26) Doha international school · 1,600 students total.
- 48 nationalities top: French.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at Classes starts at 7:45 from Sunday to Thursday..
- Accreditations: AEFE verified.
1,600
48 (French)
24 avg / 26 max
Fixed intake
AEFE
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
About Lycee Bonaparte Doha
Official French curriculum, excellence, high quality of teaching, cross cultural education, global network and attractive scholarship for all ages.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $18,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 30209 ﷼-46200 ﷼ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $15,700(+21%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $17,700 |
| Cost position in Doha | 81th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration QAR 2,000. Tuition ranges QAR 29,000-65,500 by grade. French national curriculum leading to Baccalaureat. AEFE network school — subsidized fees for French nationals. Exam fees QAR 1,500-3,000. Uniforms not required. Transport QAR 5,000-7,500/year.
French
French Baccalaureate and Brevet
Baccalauréat, Diplôme National du Brevet IELTS and Cambridge tests in English for instance.
English, Arabic and Spanish
Personnalized programs according to medical or learning disablilities.
Yes, we do have specific programs for specific needs. Specific staff can be dedicated to our students on a case-by-case basis.
Classes starts at 7:45 from Sunday to Thursday. – For Primary classes, at 1:00 (excepted on Tuesdays until 12:00). In Secondary, classes can last until 5:15, in function of class’ timetable.
Yes, for Secondary students throught our school canteen.
Yes, as it is a self-service canteen with various menus.
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Rayyan, Al Waab, Al Aziziyah, Education City
Is Lycee Bonaparte Doha right for your family?
A School Fit Brief scores this school against your children's ages, learning needs, and budget — with hidden fee analysis, admissions timing, and a ranked shortlist of alternatives in Doha.
Get School Fit Brief — $49One-time purchase · PDF + workspace · Source-backed analysis
At a Glance
Fee Position in Doha
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: French
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration QAR 2,000. Tuition ranges QAR 29,000-65,500 by grade. French national curriculum leading to Baccalaureat. AEFE network school — subsidized fees for French nationals. Exam fees QAR 1,500-3,000. Uniforms not required. Transport QAR 5,000-7,500/year.
Decide on this school — and four others
The $49 School Fit Brief covers Lycee Bonaparte Doha and 4 other top schools in Doha — tuition + true cost, curriculum fit, admission timeline, and red flags. Builds your shortlist in 8 minutes vs the $1,500–3,500 (and 2–4 weeks) an education consultant charges for the same answer.
Nearby Schools (within 5km)
Disclaimer: School profiles are source-backed decision aids, not endorsements or official rankings. Tuition figures are approximate and may not include registration fees, uniforms, transport, or exam costs. Always verify directly with the school before applying. WhereNext is not affiliated with any school listed. This is not admissions consulting, legal advice, or official school placement guidance.