Richmond International School vs Royal Crown School

	R Richmond International School Doha, Qatar	R Royal Crown School Doha, Qatar
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year QAR 15,000 - 20,000	Fees / year QAR 13,000 - 23,400
Age range	Age range 3 - 11 years	Age range 3 - 12 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)
Pupils	Pupils 380	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Arabic
Opened	Opened 2019	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Doha, Qatar. Located in the heart of Doha with excellent road links to the rest of the city and beyond. PO.BOX 91241, Doha-Qatar.	Location Doha, Qatar. It is a private British international school in Doha approved by the Ministry of Education. It follows the Cambridge Curriculum for English, Math, Science and ICT. It offers bilingual learning in English and Arabic.
Stages	Stages From KG to Year 6.	Stages KG 1 (3–4 years); KG 2 (4–5 years); Primary 1–3 (6–9 years); Primary 4–6 (9–12 years)
School type	School type British International School delivering a holistic British International Education Programme and offering a broad, balanced, and rigorous British curriculum.	School type private British international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Qatar
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Islamic values
School day structure	School day structure SUN-THU: 6:45–15:45; SAT: 8:00–14:00	School day structure Opening hours 7:00 AM–2:00 PM, Thursday–Tuesday
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - Application processing fee: QAR 200.00 (non‑refundable). - Registration fee: QAR 500.00 (one‑time, non‑refundable payable at enrolment). - Seat Reservation Fee (SRF): QAR 1,500.00 (non‑refundable). The SRF is credited against the first installment of tuition; for returning students it reserves the place and is offset against the first installment, and for new enrolments the SRF is treated as payment toward the first installment of tuition. Tuition fees by year group (annual and instalment breakdown) - KG1 — Annual tuition: QAR 15,000.00 - 1st instalment: QAR 6,000.00 - 2nd instalment: QAR 4,500.00 - 3rd instalment: QAR 4,500.00. - KG2 — Annual tuition: QAR 15,000.00 - 1st instalment: QAR 6,000.00 - 2nd instalment: QAR 4,500.00 - 3rd instalment: QAR 4,500.00. - Year 1 – Year 4 — Annual tuition: QAR 18,000.00 - 1st instalment: QAR 7,200.00 - 2nd instalment: QAR 5,400.00 - 3rd instalment: QAR 5,400.00. - Year 5 – Year 6 — Annual tuition: QAR 20,000.00 - 1st instalment: QAR 8,000.00 - 2nd instalment: QAR 6,000.00 - 3rd instalment: QAR 6,000.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard instalment due dates (example term dates shown for the 2025/2026 schedule): - 1st instalment due: 15 June 2025 - 2nd instalment due: 15 December 2025 - 3rd instalment due: 15 February 2026. - Payments are billed and collected on a termly instalment basis; full‑year payment in advance is eligible for a 2% discount on annual tuition if paid before the start of the academic year. - A sibling discount of 10% applies to the third and subsequent children enrolled at the school. - Failure to pay fees on time may invalidate discounts and can result in the child being excluded from school activities or transport until the account is settled. - One month's written notice prior to the start of a new term is required to withdraw a child; insufficient notice can result in a charge for the following term. - Mode of payment: Cash or cheque as the standard accepted methods. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed for this school. Other costs and regular additional fees - Assessment fee: QAR 200.00 (applicable from Year 1 upwards). - Transportation (school bus): QAR 4,500.00 per year. - Level selection fee (once only, Years 1+): QAR 200.00 (one‑time). - Textbooks (school selling price): Year 1: QAR 1,300.00; Year 2: QAR 1,300.00; Year 3: QAR 1,350.00; Year 4: QAR 1,350.00; Year 5: QAR 1,400.00; Year 6: QAR 1,400.00. - Uniform (typical package): Girls — KG1/KG2 QAR 640.00; Years 1–6 QAR 700.00. Boys — KG1/KG2 QAR 520.00; Years 1–6 QAR 680.00. - Exam, trip, extracurricular and special‑needs charges: Public examination charges, educational visits, optional extracurricular activities (including private music lessons) and any additional charges for special educational needs are charged in addition to tuition and will be billed as supplemental items. Refund information and deposit handling - Registration fee and seat reservation fee are non‑refundable in all circumstances. - Tuition fees are not refundable after the commencement of the term. - A refundable deposit (when required) will only be refunded if the school is notified in writing at least one month before the agreed start date; deposits are normally offset against the first term's fees. - If a child is withdrawn after one calendar month into a prepaid term, no monies will be refunded; if withdrawn within one calendar month of the start of an academic year fees may be charged on a pro‑rata basis depending on timing and the school's published terms. Fee payment options and practical notes - Standard accepted payment methods: Cash and cheque. - Full‑year payment in advance attracts a 2% discount when paid before the beginning of the academic year. - Seat Reservation Fee is credited to the first instalment; for returning students it secures the place for the following year. - Parents are responsible for ensuring prompt payment of each instalment; outstanding fees will be pursued and can delay issuance of school documentation or transfer of records until the account is cleared. (End of fee overview)	Fee details Application & one‑time fees - Seat reservation (deducted from tuition): QAR 2,000 per student. - Registration (one‑time): QAR 1,000 per student. - Admission test (one‑time): QAR 300 (applies to Grades 1–6; not listed for KG1–KG2). Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - KG1 – KG2: QAR 13,000 per year. - Grade 1 – Grade 2: QAR 19,300 per year. - Grade 3 – Grade 4: QAR 21,400 per year. - Grade 5 – Grade 6: QAR 23,400 per year. Fees commonly charged in addition to tuition (annual / one‑off as shown) - Books (annual): KG: QAR 1,000; Grades 1–2: QAR 1,200; Grades 3–4: QAR 1,500; Grades 5–6: QAR 1,800. - School uniform (one‑off estimate shown): QAR 500 per student. - Transportation (annual): QAR 4,000 per student (bus service fee). Per‑term figures (calculation) - The school operates a term structure (Term 1 appears on the published schedule). Per‑term amounts are not published as separate official term fees; the annual tuition figures above are provided by the school. For convenience, the annual tuition divided by three (3) terms is shown here as a calculated per‑term value (annual ÷ 3): - KG1–KG2: QAR 13,000 per year → QAR 4,333.33 per term (calculated). - Grade 1–2: QAR 19,300 per year → QAR 6,433.33 per term (calculated). - Grade 3–4: QAR 21,400 per year → QAR 7,133.33 per term (calculated). - Grade 5–6: QAR 23,400 per year → QAR 7,800.00 per term (calculated). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is published as an annual fee for each year group; the published schedule shows the school operates in terms. The seat reservation amount (QAR 2,000) is identified as being deducted from the published tuition. Specific published term‑by‑term billing dates, installment plan details, and late‑payment penalties are not shown with the fee table. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered for this school; no boarding fees are published. Other costs or optional fees - Activity, examination, assessment, extra‑curricular program or operating/service fees (if any) are listed separately in full fee schedules for some schools; the table published for this academic year highlights tuition, seat reservation, registration, admission test (where applicable), books, uniform and transportation. Additional optional costs (special trips, optional clubs, external exam fees) may apply but are not itemized in the published fee table. Refund information - The published fee table specifies the seat reservation is deducted from tuition (QAR 2,000). No further published refund policy text (for registration, admission test, or other fees) is included alongside the fee table. Fee payment options - Direct information on accepted payment channels (credit/debit card, bank transfer, cash, cheque, online payment gateway) is not itemized in the published fee table or pricing page. Contact channels and phone numbers are published for fee enquiries. Notes for parents - All amounts are shown in Qatari Riyals (QAR) and are published for the 2026/2027 academic year as the current fee schedule. Key one‑time items include seat reservation (QAR 2,000), registration (QAR 1,000) and admission test where applicable (QAR 300). Books, uniform and transportation are charged as indicated above.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform. For Girls: 2 Polo Shirts/Shirts, 2 Pinafore/Skirts, PE T Shirt, PE Trouser and Winter Jacket. For Boys: 2 Polo Shirts/Shirts, 2 Shorts/Trousers, PE T Shirt, PE Trouser and Winter Jacket. Uniform fees are listed by year group (KG1 through Year 6).	Uniform requirement The school has a dress code and a uniform; makeup is not allowed and nails must not be long; uniforms should be clean and ironed.
Food options	Food options Lunch is provided on school trips, described as a picnic-style lunch (Year 5/6 trip to Quest; Year 3/4 trip to OliOli).	Food options —
House system	House system The school has a house system; students participate in houses for sports events (the Third Annual Sports Day 2023 mentions 'participated in houses').	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Follows the National Curriculum for England and is an approved Edexcel exam centre and a Pearson school. Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History are taught to native and non-native speakers in line with MOE requirements. The Primary School uses Pearson iPrimary for English, Maths and Science, with specialist teaching in French, PE and ICT. Early Years Foundation Stage provides a child-centred environment with Read Write Inc phonics and seven areas of learning. The school offers a wide-ranging extracurricular programme. From KG to Year 6, the curriculum is designed to prepare students for progression to secondary education within this British international framework.	Curriculum details The school is a private British international school in Doha, Qatar, following the Cambridge Curriculum and approved by the Ministry of Education. The Cambridge Curriculum is used for English, Math, Science and ICT, while the Ministry curriculum covers Islamic Studies, Arabic and Qatar History; Quran, Art, PE and Robotics/STEM are also taught. The Cambridge-based British programmes cover nursery through primary: KG 1 (3–4 years), KG 2 (4–5 years), Primary 1–3 (6–9 years), Primary 4–6 (9–12 years). Languages taught are English and Arabic.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Richmond International School is an Edexcel exam centre and Pearson school following the National Curriculum for England. In 2022, Year 6 achievement tests provided by Pearson yielded the highest scores. In 2023, the school was named as one of the 10 Rising Schools in the Middle East by K12 Digest.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates transition to secondary education in Qatar, with placements at leading schools such as Doha College, Doha British School and Kings College.	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 The school focuses on social, emotional and academic development from the Foundation Stage. The Foundation Stage provides an engaging environment with a balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities to help children reach their full potential socially, emotionally and academically with confidence. The vision and mission emphasise that every child leaves with self-confidence, a resilient character and high aspirations for the future. The Richmond 5R's—Respect, Resilience, Resourcefulness, Reflection and Responsibility—underpin character development and social growth. Co-curricular activities promote wellbeing through positive wellbeing in physical activity, inclusive spaces for play, and opportunities to develop confidence and passions.	Social & emotional learning The school places the wellbeing of its students and the community at the heart of everything it does, providing a safe, caring environment. Through a personalized approach to learning, it aims to develop independence and responsibility in pupils while nurturing social and emotional security.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Remedial Plans are designed to help students reach parity with average peers, with focused support on English and Arabic weaknesses. The behavior for learning policy involves a social worker for behavioural concerns and a range of behavioural support programs to support pupils.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The language of instruction is English. English language is taught by native English-speaking teachers. Arabic, French, Sinhalese and Tamil are available as secondary languages. French is taught as a specialist language from early years as part of the curriculum.	English as an additional language Languages are English and Arabic, with bilingual learning that reinforces strong academics in both languages.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Positive wellbeing is embedded in school life through physical activity and the co-curricular programme, fostering overall wellbeing and inclusive participation. Sport, art, music and drama support wellbeing, confidence and engagement, with a coach guiding students to explore their passions and self-belief. The vision and core values emphasise resilience, self-confidence and high aspirations, reinforcing mental wellbeing as part of character development. The school aims to create a warm learning atmosphere where pupils feel safe, accepted and valued.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is central to the school's approach; the environment is safe, stimulating and caring, and social and emotional security is nurtured through personalized learning.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staff actively safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The school maintains safeguarding policies and recruitment practices that support the welfare of pupils.	Safeguarding The School Behavior and Assessment Policy supports a disciplined, positive and safe learning environment, and the Code of Conduct promotes mutual trust and respect. Staff support includes the involvement of a social worker for behavioural concerns and access to behavioural support programs.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Kindergarten and Primary share the same facilities. The Richmond International School – Markiyah is located on Al Markhiya Street in Doha, Qatar. The school opened in 2019.	Facilities overview Royal Crown School is a private British international school in Doha, approved by the Ministry of Education. It follows the Cambridge Curriculum for English, Math, Science and ICT. The school serves Grades 1–6 and offers Cambridge-based programmes from nursery through primary, pairing strong academics with Arabic language and Islamic values. It provides bilingual learning in English and Arabic. Modern classrooms are equipped with the latest learning technology.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school uses Pearson iPrimary Curriculum for English, maths and science. There is specialist teaching from early years in French, PE and ICT. The school is an approved Edexcel exam centre and follows the National Curriculum for England.	Academic facilities Multimedia classrooms are equipped with the latest learning technology. The Cambridge Curriculum is used for English, Mathematics, Science and ICT. The school provides bilingual learning in English and Arabic as part of its program.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities There are many after-school activities including art and craft, sports and games. The majority of pupils stay after school to take part in clubs.	Extra curricular facilities Robotics and STEM activities are offered as part of the learning program, including advanced STEM, robotics and critical-thinking projects.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Richmond International School opened in Doha, Qatar in 2019. It offers a broad, balanced and rigorous British curriculum spanning sciences, arts and humanities. From KG to Year 6, the curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England. In 2022, students achieved the highest Year 6 scores on the Pearson achievement test. In 2023, the school was named one of the 10 Rising Schools in the Middle East by K12 Digest; the governance comprises a Board of Management that is well qualified and experienced, supported by a School Advisory Board.	History —
Community	Community The Richmond International School community retains a family feel; despite growing to about 380 students since opening. The school hosts and participates in events such as Qatar National Day celebrations and annual Sports Day. Trips and visits form part of student life, including outings to OliOli (Year 3–4), KidZania and Quest (Year 5–6). Student leadership is active with elections for the Student Council.	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The school follows the International British Curriculum, using resources aligned to national and ministry standards while meeting Qatar's curriculum requirements. It emphasizes student-centered learning, independence and social-emotional development, with technology used to extend learning. Assessment uses multiple methods, including personal, building, and final assessments, and there are remedial plans to support learners. Practical and physical activities are organized during breaks to develop skills and promote competition.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The visual arts are an integral part of experiential learning, with drawing, painting, sculpture and three-dimensional construction. Music is vibrant at Richmond, with ensembles across age and instrument levels and performance opportunities from informal soirees to school concerts. The drama programme teaches mime, vocal work, improvisation, script and movement. Oriental and Western dancing is offered to develop expressive abilities.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language The school emphasizes intercultural understanding within a British education framework. English is the language of instruction, and national and Islamic values are integrated into the program.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The program includes non-classroom activities, including competitions during breaks and organized sports, to encourage participation and teamwork.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and other physical activities are designed to fit each student, offering opportunities, choice and empowerment. The drive toward sport is grounded in Positive Wellbeing through physical activity and inclusive spaces for play. A sports coach guides students to discover their confidence, passions and potential for wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides a safe and happy learning environment with a behavior policy built on mutual trust and respect. It supports students' social and emotional development and accommodates religious practices by providing spaces for prayer and related activities.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Pearson iPrimary Curriculum is used for English, maths and science. French is taught as a specialist language from early years. Arabic is a compulsory subject delivered using Ministry of Education materials; for non-Arab students, Arabic language support is provided (support Arabic). Qatar History is taught under MOE requirements, with instruction in English or Arabic as appropriate for non-Arab students.	Language provision The school follows a Cambridge-based British curriculum, delivering English, Math, Science and ICT, with the Ministry curriculum for Islamic Studies, Arabic and Qatar History. Languages taught are English and Arabic. Arabic language is integrated into the learning program alongside Islamic values.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school teaches English and Arabic.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations Cambridge Curriculum (an internationally recognised British curriculum). Licensed by Qatar's Ministry of Education & Higher Education.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Visit by appointment. Prospective parents may arrange a school visit by prior appointment. To schedule a visit, contact the school by calling or sending a WhatsApp message to +974 4017 1991, +974 7476 7266, or +974 33413214. Visits without prior appointment are not accommodated. 2. Submit an online admissions application. Use the Apply Now link to access the New Admission Application form for the upcoming academic year. The form collects details such as Last School Attended, Language Spoken at Home, and other required information. 3. Assessment and seat availability. The place will be offered only if the assessment is successful and seats become available. 4. Enrollment confirmation. If offered, enrollment to a class is confirmed with an Admission Number and a Date of Admission. 5. Submit required documents. Copies of the following documents are received: Photograph (Student), Passport (Student), RP (QID) (Student), Birth Certificate (Student), Passport (Father/Guardian), Passport (Mother), RP (QID) (Father/Mother), and Employment Letter. Previous School Reports may also be required. 6. Fees and payment. Tuition costs are KG1–KG2: 15,000 QAR per year; Year 1–Year 4: 18,000 QAR; Year 5–Year 6: 20,000 QAR. A Registration Fee of 500 QAR, a Seat Reservation Fee of 1,500 QAR, and Assessment Fees of 200 QAR apply for Year 1–Year 6 (KG has no assessment fee). Installments are due as follows: 1st Installment 15 June 2025, 2nd Installment 15 December 2025, 3rd Installment 15 February 2026. The Seat Reservation Fee is offset against the first tuition installment.	Admissions 1. Register Your Child Today. The admissions process is completed online through a registration form. The form collects Student Details: Full Name, Date of Birth, Nationality, Grade, Address, and City. It also collects Parent/Guardian Details: Parent Name, Parent Phone, and Email, plus a message field. The form is submitted by clicking 'Register Now'.
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