Oryx International School vs Pearling Season International School of Doha

	O Oryx International School Doha, Qatar	P Pearling Season International School of Doha Doha, Qatar
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year QAR 34,000 - 47,000	Fees / year QAR 37,850 - 43,600
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,520	Pupils 1,440
Typical class size	Typical class size 10	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2016	Opened 2014
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Mesaimeer Campus, Barwa City Street, Mesaimeer, Doha, Qatar. The campus is in the Mesaimeer/Barwa City area and is accessible via Barwa City roads, with the site designed to serve families working with Qatar Airways and its approved subsidiaries. The address is Mesaimeer Campus - Barwa City Street, Mesaimeer, Doha, Qatar.	Location Pearling Season International School of Doha is located at 46, Al Khudri St. (810), Bin Dirham (25) Al Mansoura, Doha, Qatar (PO Box 47021). The Al-Mansoura campus sits between two ring roads, affording easy access by road. A second campus is located in Al-Gharrafa, Building 12, Al Oyoun St No. 879, Zone No. 51. The two campuses are part of the Pearling Season International School network in Doha.
Stages	Stages Oryx International School serves boys and girls from age 3 through 18, with a structure that includes Primary and Secondary sections. The curriculum combines the English National Curriculum framework with UK IGCSE/GCSE offerings.	Stages The school serves Pre-School (Kindergarten) through Year 13, covering ages roughly 3 to 18. The Primary curriculum uses the IPC alongside the UK National Curriculum, while the Secondary program follows Cambridge and Edexcel curricula, including IGCSEs and AS Levels.
School type	School type Co-educational day school. It operates exclusively for the children of Qatar Airways employees and approved subsidiaries. There is no boarding facility offered for any year group.	School type The school is co-educational (mixed gender) and operates as a day school with campuses in Al Mansoura and Al Gharrafa. No boarding facilities are indicated in the public materials.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The student body comprises more than 90 nationalities. The school describes itself as globally diverse, but the most common nationality and the local-to-international student ratio are not publicly published.	Pupil nationality mix The pupil body represents over 51 nationalities. The most represented nationalities are not publicly published, and the local-to-international pupil ratio is not disclosed.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and has received ALFRI accreditation for EAL provision. An Inclusion Team supports SEND and EAL needs, and the school holds a SENDIA Inclusion Award for inclusive education. There are ongoing parent-facing EAL initiatives, including parental language classes.	Additional learning support Pearling Season has an Additional Learning Needs (ALN) department with expert teachers who work to integrate ALN students into mainstream classes. The ALN program accommodates a range of conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, ASC, autism spectrum conditions, dyslexia, dyscalculia, Down syndrome, dysgraphia and other learning needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is stated; the school offers a British curriculum and is part of Qatar Airways and Orbital Education.	Country affiliation The school operates as a British international school overseas and follows the UK National Curriculum, aligning with UK educational standards rather than a Qatar-only framework.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is indicated.	Religious affiliation There is no formal religious affiliation stated. Islamic studies are taught in English as part of the curriculum.
School day structure	School day structure School days run Sunday to Thursday from 07:15 to 14:00, with morning gates opening at 06:50 and registration from 07:15–07:30. After the regular lessons, after-school activities run from about 14:05 to 15:00.	School day structure The school operates Sunday to Thursday. Administrative/reception hours are typically 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, and campus information is organized around these days. School tours for prospective families are offered from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Sunday to Thursday.
Bus service details	Bus service details New Image Building Services provides the school's dedicated bus service with routes across Doha. Parents arrange seats directly with New Image; the school notes that Qatar Airways Education allowances can be used to pay for bus costs. For 2025–26, there are designated transport contacts (transport coordinator, payment/contract contact, transport manager) and enrolment documents are available on the Parent Zone.	Bus service details A school bus service is offered; details on routes, pickup points and fees are provided through Admissions and during the enrollment process.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Admissions Fees - Application fee: QAR 450 (non-refundable) payable prior to any assessment. - Registration fee: QAR 3,190 (non-refundable) payable once an Offer Letter is issued to secure the place; one-off payment. - Annual seat reservation fee: QAR 2,000, charged each year to confirm re-enrolment and deducted from the first term's tuition invoice for the forthcoming academic year. Tuition fees by year group (2025/26) — per term and annual total - FS1: Autumn term QAR 13,600 · Spring term QAR 10,200 · Summer term QAR 10,200 · Annual total QAR 34,000. - FS2: Autumn term QAR 13,600 · Spring term QAR 10,200 · Summer term QAR 10,200 · Annual total QAR 34,000. - Year 1: Autumn term QAR 14,400 · Spring term QAR 10,800 · Summer term QAR 10,800 · Annual total QAR 36,000. - Year 2: Autumn term QAR 14,400 · Spring term QAR 10,800 · Summer term QAR 10,800 · Annual total QAR 36,000. - Year 3: Autumn term QAR 14,400 · Spring term QAR 10,800 · Summer term QAR 10,800 · Annual total QAR 36,000. - Year 4: Autumn term QAR 15,600 · Spring term QAR 11,700 · Summer term QAR 11,700 · Annual total QAR 39,000. - Year 5: Autumn term QAR 15,600 · Spring term QAR 11,700 · Summer term QAR 11,700 · Annual total QAR 39,000. - Year 6: Autumn term QAR 15,600 · Spring term QAR 11,700 · Summer term QAR 11,700 · Annual total QAR 39,000. - Year 7: Autumn term QAR 15,600 · Spring term QAR 11,700 · Summer term QAR 11,700 · Annual total QAR 39,000. - Year 8: Autumn term QAR 15,600 · Spring term QAR 11,700 · Summer term QAR 11,700 · Annual total QAR 39,000. - Year 9: Autumn term QAR 15,600 · Spring term QAR 11,700 · Summer term QAR 11,700 · Annual total QAR 39,000. - Year 10: Autumn term QAR 18,000 · Spring term QAR 13,500 · Summer term QAR 13,500 · Annual total QAR 45,000. - Year 11: Autumn term QAR 18,400 · Spring term QAR 13,800 · Summer term QAR 13,800 · Annual total QAR 46,000. - Year 12: Autumn term QAR 18,800 · Spring term QAR 14,100 · Summer term QAR 14,100 · Annual total QAR 47,000. - Year 13: Autumn term QAR 18,800 · Spring term QAR 14,100 · Summer term QAR 14,100 · Annual total QAR 47,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are invoiced termly. The Autumn term invoice for 2025/26 is due by 31 August 2025. The Spring term invoice is due by the first day of Term 2 and the Summer term invoice is due by the first day of Term 3. - The school reserves the right to apply a 10% surcharge to late payments. No reduction in fees is made for temporary absence or illness, or for early withdrawal. - When a student joins during the first half of a term the full term fee is payable; when joining in the second half of a term a 50% term fee is charged. - The annual seat reservation fee (QAR 2,000) is deducted from the first term's tuition invoice. Registration and application fees are charged separately and are non-refundable. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; fees published are for day pupils and there are no boarding fee schedules. Other costs and items excluded from tuition - Included in tuition: academic textbooks, student journals, exercise books and some stationery. - Not included in tuition (examples of additional costs parents should expect): school uniforms, bus transportation, educational trips, extra special needs requirements, fees charged by external after-school activity providers, BYOD requirements for Secondary students, IGCSE and A‑Level examination fees, before- and after-school care, one-to-one learning support/shadow teacher costs, and canteen/lunch purchases. - School uniform purchasing and bus service payments are handled separately and are chargeable in addition to tuition. Refund and non-refund information - The Application fee (QAR 450) and Registration fee (QAR 3,190) are non-refundable. No reduction in tuition is made for temporary absence, illness, or early withdrawal. The school may apply its published surcharge for late payment. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods: bank transfer or cheque. Credit card facilities are not available. Cheques may be dropped at the school security gate for handover to the Finance Department; bank transfers must include the child's first and last name as the payment reference. - Bank details for transfers: Account Name: Oryx International School · Account Number: 4580-585935-001 · IBAN: QA87 CBQA 0000 0000 4580 5859 3500 1 · Bank: Commercial Bank of Qatar · Swift Code: CBQAQAQA. Payment from outside Qatar should be made by bank transfer.	Fee details Application and Admission Fees - Registration (one‑time, payable on acceptance to secure a place): QAR 4,000. - Entry/assessment test (one‑time, non‑refundable): QAR 500. Tuition fees by year group (annual; QAR) and indicative per‑term amount Note: the school records annual tuition amounts; the school operates by academic terms (re‑enrolment items are deducted from the first term fee), so per‑term figures below are the annual tuition divided into three equal instalments (annual ÷ 3) presented as a practical term‑amount. These per‑term figures are calculated for convenience. - Kindergarten / Early Years - KG1 / FS2: Annual QAR 36,600 — Per term (approx.) QAR 12,200. - KG2 / Y1: Annual QAR 36,600 — Per term (approx.) QAR 12,200. - Primary (Years 1–6) - Year 1 to Year 6: Annual QAR 38,400 — Per term (approx.) QAR 12,800. (some Year 7/6 boundaries may show QAR 39,900 for certain early primary year listings) - Lower Secondary - Year 7 to Year 9: Annual QAR 41,100 — Per term (approx.) QAR 13,700. - Upper Secondary / IGCSE & A‑Level years - Year 10 to Year 12 (and Year 13 where applicable): Annual QAR 43,600 (some listings show QAR 40,600/43,600 depending on exact year) — Per term (approx.) QAR 14,533. - For a first‑year new enrolment example the school lists tuition plus one‑time fees and book charge (four‑year‑old example shown): Tuition QAR 36,600 + Books QAR 1,250 + Registration QAR 4,000 + Entry Test QAR 500 = First‑year total QAR 42,350. Other compulsory and commonly billed charges - Book / resources fees: ranges shown by year group (examples: QAR 1,250 for early years; QAR 1,500–3,000 for primary and secondary grades, increasing for IGCSE/A‑Level years). These are charged annually. - Transport (school bus) service: QAR 5,000 per year (typical published figure across year groups). - Re‑enrolment (seat reservation) fee: QAR 2,000 payable at re‑enrolment; this amount is taken off the first term fees and is non‑refundable. - Uniform: individual uniform items are sold through the school; prices appear in the school's uniform price list with typical item prices from about QAR 25 up to about QAR 150 depending on the item (e.g., shirts, trousers, tracksuits, jackets, PE kit, school bag). Parents should expect to purchase multiple items per child. - Examination / external assessment fees and some subject‑specific charges may be invoiced separately (typical for IGCSE/A‑Level entries and certain curriculum exams). Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration and re‑enrolment fees are payable on acceptance or at re‑enrolment to secure a place; the re‑enrolment fee is deducted from the first term fee. Parents are expected to settle the required fees by the invoice dates associated with each term. - The school requires notification at least 30 days prior to withdrawal; failure to provide the required notice may result in loss of deposit or forfeiture of fees as stated on the school's withdrawal form. Refund information - Re‑enrolment fee (seat reservation) is non‑refundable and is deducted from the first term fees when paid. - The withdrawal form requires at least 30 days' notice to Admissions; the withdrawal form warns that a deposit may be lost if Admissions is not notified on time. This is the primary published refund/withdrawal instruction available in the school's documentation. Boarding - The school is a day school and does not operate boarding provision; therefore boarding fees are not applicable. Accepted payment methods and how fees may be paid - The school accepts direct bank deposit, online bank transfer and current‑dated cheques for tuition, registration and test fees. These payment methods are listed in the school's admissions/payment instructions. Summary of the items you will be billed for at or shortly after admission - One‑time registration fee (QAR 4,000). - Entry/assessment test fee (QAR 500). - Annual tuition (amount depends on year group; typical ranges QAR 36,600–43,600). - Annual book/resources fee (varies by year; typical examples QAR 1,250–3,000). - Optional/required transport service (QAR 5,000 per year). - Uniform purchases (individual item prices range roughly QAR 25–150). If you need precise per‑term instalments for a specific year group, the annual figures above can be divided into three equal term instalments as shown in the per‑term examples earlier (the school references term fees in its re‑enrolment and withdrawal forms).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are supplied by Noble House Trading and a uniform brochure is available. All items should be clearly labelled, and the school operates a No Name - No Claim policy for lost items. House Kits with colours Blue (Saturn), Red (Mars), Yellow (Jupiter), Green (Venus) and Orange (Mercury) are allocated when a child starts and are used for house competitions; plain black leather shoes are required and trainers are not permitted.	Uniform requirement All students must wear the school uniform daily; the shirt must be tucked in and the tie must be worn. The uniform is available onsite at the school shop. Boys wear grey trousers or long grey shorts, and girls wear grey trousers or a knee-length grey skirt; formal black shoes are required.
Food options	Food options Newrest Gulf Catering provides meals for the school. EYFS to Year 2 may bring packed lunches or use the Classroom Delivery Service; Years 3 to 6 have access to an onsite canteen with hot and cold options, and Years 7 to 13 have onsite catering with rotating menus. The school maintains a Nut Free policy and uses a Canteen Card system for purchases.	Food options The school has an on-site canteen offering nutritious, healthy meals prepared to Ministry of Public Health standards. Students can purchase meals at the canteen during the school day.
House system	House system Pupils are allocated to one of five houses: Saturn (Blue), Mars (Red), Jupiter (Yellow), Venus (Green) and Mercury (Orange). House Kits with the house colours are used for House Competitions and Activity days, and a house is allocated to a child when they start at the school.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Qatar Airways owns Oryx International School and Orbital Education manages the school. The school is described as owned by Qatar Airways and operated by Orbital Education, and is part of the Orbital Education group.	Governance and ownership Pearling Season International School of Doha is owned by MK Enterprise Holding, a Qatar-based group with an Education division that includes PSI in its portfolio.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Oryx International School follows a modified English National Curriculum for its international student body, with Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 3-5) and Primary (Key Stages 1 and 2) delivered through a topic-based approach that integrates literacy, numeracy, and creative subjects. In Secondary (Key Stage 3, ages 11-14), students follow a variant of the English National Curriculum, progressing to International GCSEs in Years 10-11 (ages 14-16) and then Sixth Form (Years 12-13, ages 16-18) offering A Levels or Level 3 Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma. Core IGCSE subjects include mathematics, English, and at least one science, with Arabic for Arab passport holders and Islamic Studies, plus complementary subjects such as Core PE, PSHE, and Qatar History. Language programmes include EAL support, Modern Foreign Languages (French and Spanish) from KS1, Arabic First Language for eligible students, Arabic as a Second Language after school, and home-language GCSE/A-Level options (Italian, Portuguese, Urdu, Sinhala) depending on availability. Regular assessments with personalised targets and parent reporting support progress across all stages, and IGCSE/A-Level syllabuses are UK-based (JCQ) and regulated by Ofsted.	Curriculum details Pearling Season International School of Doha follows the UK National Curriculum from Early Years to Year 13. In Primary, the IPC is used with the English National Curriculum, and Arabic and French are taught by native speakers; in Secondary, Cambridge and Edexcel guide the programme, delivering IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and AS Levels in Year 12, with progression to Year 13. The Key Stage 3 programme (Years 7–9) covers core subjects—Maths, English, Science and Arabic—alongside Geography, History, ICT, Art, French, Islamic Studies and Qatar History, preparing for International GCSEs. In Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11), the IGCSE pathway includes compulsory subjects (Mathematics, English, Science, Arabic, and Physical Education) and optional subjects such as History, Geography, Business, Art, French, English Literature and ICT. For Key Stage 5 (Year 12–13), International AS qualifications are offered in two streams (sciences and humanities), including Arabic in both streams, with a requirement to pass five IGCSEs to progress to Year 12 and a limit of up to four AS subjects. The school emphasises international mindedness and a globally aware educational culture.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Oryx International School supports Social and Emotional Learning through a planned wellbeing program and events that promote emotional, physical, and mental health. Wellbeing Week engages pupils and staff in a range of activities designed to strengthen connections, resilience and self awareness, with World Mental Health Day alignment. The school has earned the Wellbeing Award for Schools from Optimus Education, which recognizes sustained emphasis on mental health and wellbeing for students and staff. The safeguarding framework underpins SEL, with staff training and a designated safeguarding lead to handle concerns confidentially and promptly. Staff undergo background checks and annual safeguarding training, and leaders and safeguarding staff are trained to standard levels to ensure a safe school environment.	Social & emotional learning Pearling Season International School (PSISD) integrates social and emotional learning (SEL) within its Additional Learning Needs (ALN) framework. The ALN page states that Social and Emotional Learning not only improves achievement but also increases pro-social behaviours, improves attitudes toward school, and reduces depression and stress among students. It also notes a commitment to integrating ALN students into mainstream classes and school life, providing an inclusive, least-restrictive environment. Pastoral care is described as central to the learning journey, with the Pastoral team focused on ensuring students feel safe, supported, and heard. A School Counselor is available on campus to support students during the school week.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Oryx International School has the SENDIA Inclusion Award, recognizing inclusive education for children with special needs and/or disabilities, and is the first school in Qatar to receive this award. The inclusion award demonstrates a formal commitment to supporting students with SEND within the mainstream school setting. Public information does not itemize the specific kinds of Special Educational Needs the school can support. The school indicates it pursues inclusive education principles and supports students with SEND within the regular school environment. The English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision is listed separately as part of the school's language programme, and is delivered by specialist staff; this reflects a broader approach to supporting multilingual learners.	Special educational needs (SEN) PSISD has an Additional Learning Needs (ALN) department led by a Head of ALN (Elena Swaters is listed for the leadership on the Mansoura campus; contact details are provided on the school's contact page). The ALN page explains that the ALN team comprises expert teachers qualified to work with students with special needs and that PSISD aims to integrate ALN students into mainstream classes and all school aspects, i.e., inclusive education in a least-restrictive environment. Learning Support provides English and Maths targeted intervention groups to identify and improve development areas, aligning objectives with the National Curriculum. PSISD is not described as a separate specialist SEN institution; ALN is integrated into mainstream classes. The Head of Additional Learning Needs and the School Counselor are listed among key contacts for ALN and wellbeing.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language An English as an Additional Language programme is provided to develop non English speaking students and is delivered by specialist teachers. In addition to EAL, the school offers Modern Foreign Languages including Arabic, French and Spanish. The school is working toward accreditation by The Bell Foundation ALFRI for exceptional EAL provision. The school notes the student body includes many nationalities, and EAL support helps students access the curriculum. The school also offers parent EAL classes to support families in using English to engage with the curriculum.	English as an additional language The school's public materials do not disclose a separate English as an Additional Language (EAL) program. PSISD publicly states it teaches the British Curriculum from Pre-school to Year 13, but language-specific EAL provision is not described in the available materials. The British Curriculum is noted, but the explicit language of instruction or dedicated EAL support is not detailed in the public pages. The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provisions.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing Week in October 2025 focused on emotional, physical, and mental health with themes such as connections and self care. The event involved students and staff across Primary and Secondary with activities designed to promote wellbeing and self awareness. Oryx International School holds the Wellbeing Award for Schools from Optimus Education, recognizing ongoing emphasis on mental health and wellbeing. Public information does not specify the staffing of mental health professionals, such as counsellors. The school emphasizes wellbeing initiatives as a core aspect of school life.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is embedded in PSISD's approach to learning through SEL and pastoral provision. The ALN page links SEL to improved student attitudes, reduced stress, and pro-social behaviours, indicating a formal emphasis on emotional wellbeing. Pastoral care is described as a core part of the student experience, ensuring a safe space and ongoing support, with the pastoral team working to develop confidence, teamwork, and self-esteem. The School Counselor is available to provide direct wellbeing support during school hours.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is supported through a formal program with staff background checks before engagement with students. All staff undergo annual safeguarding training and the school has a Designated Safeguarding Lead to manage referrals. Senior leaders and key staff are trained to Level 3 safeguarding standard. The safeguarding policies are based on UK statutory guidance and Qatar expectations. Concerns are raised and addressed through official channels, with confidentiality and appropriate escalation.	Safeguarding Pastoral care explicitly aims to ensure students feel safe, supported, and respected, with safeguarding described as a central aspect of creating a secure learning environment. The Pastoral team is charged with providing a safe space and addressing student welfare in collaboration with teaching staff and senior leaders. The ALN framework also emphasizes a safe, caring environment for ALN students integrated into mainstream schooling. The school maintains a designated School Counselor to support student welfare and safeguarding needs. Elena Swaters is listed as Head of Additional Learning Needs, reflecting structured oversight for student welfare within ALN.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Campus in Mesaimeer opened in September 2018, providing a five-star environment for teaching and learning. It has state-of-the-art facilities for science, technology and robotics, including laboratories for physics, biology and chemistry as well as food technology and resistant materials. Classrooms are equipped with interactive smart screens, and students have access to Chromebooks, Apple Macs and other computers as needed. The Sixth Form has a dedicated area with break-out rooms, a lecture theatre, a large study area and a social space with its own kitchen facilities. Performing arts spaces include music, drama and dance classrooms, audio-visual and music recording studios with a school radio station, and the auditorium seats over 400 people.	Facilities overview The school operates on two campuses in Doha: Al Khudri Street and Al Gharrafa (Building 12, Al Oyoun Street, Zone 51). The campuses cover about 15,500 square meters and are newly renovated, purpose-built. The school teaches the British National Curriculum from Pre-school to Year 13. The facilities include two libraries, two science labs, two ICT labs, a canteen and prayer areas.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has a six-court sports hall with a fully equipped training gym, and an indoor 25m swimming pool with a teaching splash pool. Outdoor facilities include basketball, netball and tennis courts, an athletics track and a full-sized 4G football pitch with FIFA standard floodlights.	Sports facilities The school has a 4G AstroTurf football pitch and a semi-Olympic swimming pool. It also provides a basketball court and outdoor playgrounds for students. The sports facilities serve both campuses to support physical education across age groups.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school has science laboratories for physics, biology and chemistry, plus labs for food technology and resistant materials. Classrooms are fitted with interactive smart screens, and students have access to Chromebooks, Apple Macs and other computers as needed. The Sixth Form is served by a designated area with break-out rooms, a lecture theatre, a large study area and a social space with its own kitchen facilities. There are well-equipped fine art and design classrooms, music and drama classrooms, and AV and music recording studios. The auditorium seats over 400 people.	Academic facilities The school has two ICT labs and two science labs. It also has two libraries. The campus spans about 15,500 square meters and is a newly renovated, purpose-built facility. The curriculum is the UK National Curriculum; IPC is used in primary and Cambridge/Edexcel in secondary.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Performing arts spaces include exclusive music, drama and dance classrooms, as well as audio-visual and music recording studios with a school radio station. Fine art and design classrooms are well equipped. The auditorium seats over 400 people and is used for school productions, music and drama recitals, assemblies and other events with state-of-the-art sound and lighting. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is part of the school's extra-curricular programme.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular Activities include a wide variety of after-school clubs covering sports, academic, artistic and community activities. Activities are led by PSI staff and offered free after school; clubs are planned each term. Participation helps students develop communication, social and leadership skills and meet new friends. The program supports applying classroom learning in varied settings.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Oryx International School opened in January 2016 as a Qatar Airways initiative, established in partnership with Orbital Education to provide a British-style education for the children of Qatar Airways staff. It joined the Orbital Education family in 2016 and moved to a purpose-built Mesaimeer campus in 2018. In 2021 the school launched the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for its Sixth Form, and in 2023 it earned Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation and ALFRI accreditation. The school is owned by Qatar Airways and operated by Orbital Education. In January 2024 the school was awarded the IEnvA Stage 2 Compliance Certificate.	History Pearling Season International School was founded in September 2014. It serves students from pre-school through Year 13. In 2021, a second campus was opened in Al Gharrafa to accommodate more students. The student body comprises over 50 nationalities, and the majority of teaching staff are from the United Kingdom, with Arabic and French taught by suitably qualified native speakers. The school upholds core values of respect, care, cooperation, integrity, and responsibility.
Community	Community The Oryx community brings together staff and families from over 90 nationalities, with more than 70 languages spoken, reflecting a diverse international environment. An active PSA coordinates volunteering opportunities and provides a two-way line of communication between staff and families. Within the PSA, Parent Class Representatives and Parent Contact Representatives support class-level involvement and help welcome new families. The community organizes events such as Pink Day, the School Fair, International Day, sports days, and school productions, with notable celebrations including the Oryx Fair and TEDx events. Parent involvement is supported through English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes for parents and wellbeing initiatives, including a monthly event calendar and parent workshops.	Community The PSI community includes students from more than 50 nationalities, contributing to a diverse and international environment. In 2017, International Day celebrations brought together students and families from many countries, featuring 14 national booths and numerous performances. The school engages with external partners and community groups, such as Best Buddies Qatar, which organized inclusive activities for PSI students at both Mansoura and Gharrafa campuses. Environmental and service initiatives are also part of school life, including eco projects and tree-planting campaigns.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The PSA is the school's Parent Staff Association, bringing together parents, teachers and staff to plan and facilitate school events. The PSA coordinates volunteering opportunities and provides a two-way link between families and school life. Within the PSA, Parent Class Representatives and Parent Contact Representatives support class-level involvement and help welcome new families. Parents can express interest in joining by completing an Expression of Interest Form and contacting psa@oryxschool.qa. PSA activities include coordinating events such as school productions, International Day, Pink Day and the School Fair. The school supports ongoing parent involvement through EAL classes for parents and a monthly event calendar and wellbeing-focused communications.	Parent teacher association Pearling Season International School maintains an active Parent Teacher Association with branches for Al Gharrafa and Al Mansoura campuses. The PTA involves parents, teachers, and staff in governance, volunteering, fundraising, and classroom support. It organizes events, programs, and activities that enrich learning and build a sense of community. PTA participation is complemented by collaboration with the school administration to identify needs and opportunities for parent involvement. An example of PTA-linked community activity is the 2017 International Day, a staff- and parent-led celebration featuring country booths, performances, and activities. The school also participates in wider community events, such as Best Buddies Qatar activities involving PSI students from both campuses.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school follows a modified version of the English National Curriculum for England and Wales to suit its international student body in Doha. The curriculum is balanced, including academic work as well as music, drama and sports. A personalised target setting approach uses baseline assessments with regular monitoring and reporting to parents; the Secondary School (11-18) progresses from KS3 to IGCSE and A Levels with externally assessed examinations.	Academic & intellectual The school teaches the British Curriculum from Pre-school (KG) to Year 13 and offers IGCSE and International AS & A Levels. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales. The school is British Accredited and provides IGCSE and International AS & A Levels.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The curriculum includes time for music, drama and sports. A comprehensive programme of extra-curricular and after-school activities includes sports, arts, languages and expeditions. The facilities are designed to support growth across subjects including the creative arts.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language programmes include Arabic 1 and Arabic 2, French and Spanish delivered by specialist staff, along with an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme. The Bell Foundation ALFRI accreditation is being pursued for exceptional EAL provision. Regular provision includes Spanish and French for all students; Arabic is mandatory for Arab nationals, and Arabic as a first language is available at GCSE; Home languages such as Italian, Portuguese, Urdu and Sinhala are provided at GCSE level where feasible; Arabic 2 is offered as an after-school activity.	Cultural & language The school features Arabic and French subjects taught by native speakers.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school provides a comprehensive programme of extra-curricular and after-school activities including sports, arts, languages and expeditions. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at Oryx International School. Expeditions and other activities broaden student interests beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service The school is described as a school at the heart of the community. It is supported by the Parent Staff Association and has forums for parent involvement; EAL classes for parents are available to support families. The wellbeing and community environment is reinforced through student support and safeguarding practices.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Sixth Form offers leadership opportunities and enrichment programmes, with a more flexible timetable, a personal tutor and dedicated study spaces. The Head of Sixth Form and University Counsellor guide students through future career and university decisions. There are three Sixth Form pathways: A Level, A Level Diploma or Subsidiary Diploma.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing and mental health are prioritized: the school promotes positive mental health and wellbeing for pupils, staff and parents and uses a whole-school approach to support resilience. A Wellness Committee organizes events, fitness challenges and other activities; the school counsellor is available to staff and students. Safeguarding and staff training are in place, and a child protection policy supports the school community.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Arabic 1, Arabic 2, French and Spanish are delivered by specialist staff, and an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme supports non-English-speaking students; the school is working towards ALFRI accreditation. Regular provision includes Spanish and French for all students, while Arabic (First Language) is compulsory from FS1 to Year 12 for students with Arabic passports. Home Languages are offered at GCSE level (and potentially A Level) including Italian and Portuguese, with Urdu (to be confirmed) and Sinhala; availability depends on staff. Arabic 2 is offered as an after-school activity once per week.	Language provision English is a core subject in Key Stage 1, and Arabic and French are taught as subjects. The curriculum leads to IGCSE and International AS & A Levels. The school operates across two campuses, Al Mansoura and Al Gharrafa. The school is accredited by Cambridge International and Pearson Edexcel for IGCSE and AS/A Levels.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards None specified for students here.	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations COBIS Beacon School Status ( Primary ); The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award program is part of school activities.	Accreditations The school is a British Accredited School offering IGCSE and International AS & A Levels.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school serves children aged 3 to 18 years, covering Foundation Stage 1 to Year 10 and Year 12 for Sixth Form. It is open to local and expatriate students. At least one parent or guardian must be a full-time employee of Qatar Airways or one of their approved subsidiaries. Admissions are currently open for the 2024/25 academic year for FS1 and FS2 applications. Applications are submitted via the online admissions portal after completing the Application Form, and a non-refundable 450 QAR application fee applies. January starters are accepted in most year groups with the exception of Years 10–13. Tours for prospective parents can be booked online. The admissions process consists of six steps: Step 1 Eligibility (must be a full-time Qatar Airways employee or approved subsidiary); Step 2 Submit an Enquiry & Visit Us; Step 3 Submit Your Application via the online Admissions Portal (the portal remains open for the duration of the admissions journey and editing after submission is not possible); Step 4 Assessment (FS1–Year 2 are assessed via Soft Assessments; Year 3–Year 13 complete a formal CAT4 assessment); Step 5 Offer & Acceptance (an Offer Letter and Admissions Enrolment Agreement are issued; a non-refundable Registration Fee of 3,190 QAR must be paid by the stated deadline, typically 7 days); Step 6 Welcome to Oryx International School (the Academic Administration Team provides further information after joining). Mandatory documentation includes attested report cards (Year 2 and above), MOEHE registration requirements, and health-related certificates. For arrivals, health certificates (Fit to Join) must be obtained from a local health centre, and new students must meet MOEHE health and paperwork requirements. Sixth Form admissions require prior English National Curriculum background and completion of I/GCSEs where applicable. The school is managed by Orbital Education and coordinated by the Admissions Team. Tours or enquiries can be made via the Admissions pages, Online Application, or Enquiry pathways.	Admissions Step One \| Application Submission. The application form is available online through the Application Portal or an application form can be obtained from the Registrar's Office during normal working hours. Applications must be completed accurately and in full, and must be signed by both parents and/or guardian. All necessary prerequisite documents must be submitted with the completed application form. Step Two \| Applicant Review. All applications will be reviewed by the Head of Section, Principal and Registrar's Office. The Registrar's Office will arrange a date for the entry test and communicate with parents via phone or SMS. The entry test fee is QR 500, which is non-refundable. Step Three \| Entrance Test. If the application is for Primary or Secondary, the applicant will be tested on English and Mathematics. Tuition/registration/entry test fees can be paid by direct bank deposit, online bank transfer, or current dated cheque. Step Four \| Availability. The Registrar's Office will contact parents with the news of the result and, if applicable, of the availability of places. If a placement is accepted, parents must respond within one week (to secure the placement), pay the full registration fee and sign the students' code of conduct and uniform policy.
Scholarships	Scholarships Sixth Form students have received university offers and scholarship opportunities. A May 2025 news post highlights that Sixth Form students secured offers to top universities worldwide, including instances of unconditional offers and scholarship opportunities. Examples include a Kyushu University offer with a full scholarship (including monthly living allowance and return flights) and scholarships to Massey University and the University of Canterbury. The article notes a substantial number of offers to Russell Group universities and other leading institutions, illustrating that students benefit from university-level opportunities through the school's Careers & Guidance Counsellor and Sixth Form leadership.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publish information on any existing waitlist.	Waitlist —
	View full profile →	View full profile →