Qatar International School
International School in Doha
Quick answer
Qatar International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 70 nationalities. At $5,000–$11,000/year, it sits below the Doha average — offering strong value. Note: British National Curriculum.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $5,000–$11,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 25) Doha international school · 2,050 students total.
- 70 nationalities top: Diversity of Nationalities.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:00 am.
- Accreditations: Cambridge verified.
2,050
70 (Diversity of Nationalities)
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
1977
Cambridge
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Qatar International School
Diversity of Nationalities, centralized location, friendly atmosphere and the fact that we are one of the oldest schools in Doha (since 1977) with highly qualified and experienced teachers.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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 – $11,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 29543 ﷼-50978 ﷼ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,000(+38%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,000 |
| Cost position in Doha | 4th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
British National Curriculum. Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level. Affordable.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A-Levels
Our students often receive awards such as 'Highest Grade in Qatar' with their exam results
Arabic and French
N/A
no
Yes
7:00 am – 1:05 pm
Yes
Our school cafeteria offers a range of foods
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Hilal, Al Sadd, Bin Mahmoud
Reviewed by WhereNext against a named source — some fields may be approximate.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Doha
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Diversity of Nationalities
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
British National Curriculum. Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level. Affordable.
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