Step One International School Doha
International School in Doha
Quick answer
Step One International School 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. Founded in 2007.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Step One International School Doha.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:20 am.
Rolling
2007
About Step One International School Doha
Step One International School is a private, co-educational, English-medium day school located in Doha, capital city of the State of Qatar since 2007. It is a recently established school offering a first rate education following the Cambridge Curriculum for classes from Pre-School Year 1 to Year 6 (Key stages 1- 3). While SIS believes a very modern approach to teaching is necessary, Step One International School also wishes to instil traditional Islamic and local cultural values into the children. SIS recognizes that children learn most effectively through investigation and experience and that each child is unique, has the right to be happy and to express themselves.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 25500 ﷼-25500 ﷼ |
| 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
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Other
7:20 am – 1:25 pm
Yes
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