Qatar Academy Doha
International School in Doha
Quick answer
Qatar Academy Doha is part of Qatar Foundation, delivering an IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) for Qatari and international families. The school is accredited by IBO. Annual tuition runs in Doha's premium IB-school tier. Admissions are moderate; best suited to families connected to Qatar Foundation or wanting Doha's most-recognised IB academy with strong Qatari heritage integration alongside global IB curriculum framework.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Qatar Academy Doha.
- Tuition: $11,000–$24,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 22 Doha international school · 1,600 students total.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:00.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, NEASC verified.
1,600
22 avg
Fixed intake
IBO, CIS, NEASC
About Qatar Academy Doha
Qatar Academy Doha is one of the Middle East’s premier educational institutions. QAD is an International Baccalaureate World School also accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the Council of International Schools. The school offers academic excellence through Primary, Middle Year and IB Diploma programs based on the principle that education involves the development of a student’s cognitive, physical, social, moral and affective capabilities.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $11,000 – $24,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 49033 ﷼-80556 ﷼ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $20,360(+16%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $22,360 |
| Cost position in Doha | 85th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration QAR 2,000. Tuition ranges QAR 40,000-87,500 by grade. Full IB continuum school. Part of Qatar Foundation. Subsidized fees for Qatar Foundation employees. Exam fees QAR 2,500-5,000. Uniforms QAR 1,000-1,500. Transport QAR 5,000-8,000/year.
IB
IB Diploma
Arabic, French, Spanish
The Learning Support team of Student Services provides support for students that complement the classroom program. A multi-disciplinary approach is utilized to provide specialized learning support to students and parents. This student support may occur, for example, when students experience problems with their learning or when they need to be academically challenged to reach their full potential. In addition specialized teaching and learning support is provided to teachers. Members of the Learning Support team are specialist teachers who come from a range of fields such as Early Childhood Development, English Acquisition, Mathematics Acquisition, and Differentiation.
Learning Support team
7:00 – 14:00
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Education City, Al Rayyan, Al Shagub, Al Waab
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Doha
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Class Size
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration QAR 2,000. Tuition ranges QAR 40,000-87,500 by grade. Full IB continuum school. Part of Qatar Foundation. Subsidized fees for Qatar Foundation employees. Exam fees QAR 2,500-5,000. Uniforms QAR 1,000-1,500. Transport QAR 5,000-8,000/year.
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