Compare French Curriculum International Schools in Doha, Qatar

Location

The Lyce9e Bonaparte is located in Doha, Qatar, on Al Intisar Street. It lies in the West Bay area, where the campus is described as ultra-modern and situated in the heart of West Bay.

Stages

The school serves students from age 3 through 18, starting in the Petite Section (kindergarten) and continuing through primary, then secondary (colle8ge) and finally lycée (Terminale). In the French system, secondary education lasts seven years (sixie8me to Terminale).

Type

The Lyce9e Bonaparte is a co-educational day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

The school represents about 75 nationalities among its students. The school states it welcomes students of all nationalities. The most common nationality and local-vs-international ratios are not published.

Additional learning support

Additional learning support includes individual support and personalized accompaniment; there is a guidance counsellor service and health service. The school also engages in AESH-related partnerships to support students with disabilities.

Country affiliation

The school is affiliated with France as part of the AEFE network and operates as a French international school in Doha, Qatar.

Religious affiliation

Religious affiliation is not stated publicly.

School day structure

Public materials do not publish daily start and end times. Lunch is served from 11:00 to 13:30, Sunday through Thursday.

Bus service

A school transport service is offered. Since 2024 the service is provided by Yalla; to enroll, email lycee-bonaparte@yallatransport.com or call +974 31 59 73 10.

Application and initial registration fees

- First-time registration fee (Frais de première inscription): QAR 5,908.
- Security deposit / caution (due at first registration): QAR 4,161 (full tariff) or QAR 2,000 (reduced tariff).
- Reservation fee for re-registration (Frais de réservation de place): QAR 1,747 (deducted from the first-term invoice for re-enrolled pupils or retained if the pupil does not continue).
- Entry rights for re-enrollment (Droits d'entrée): QAR 2,080 (applies to pupils already enrolled who re-enroll; reduced tariff may not apply).

Tuition fees by school level (annual and per-term breakdown) — academic year 2025–2026 (amounts in QAR)

- Maternelle (PS, MS, GS): Annual full tariff QAR 30,209; reduced tariff QAR 26,298. Payment by three instalments (full tariff per-term: QAR 12,083 / QAR 9,063 / QAR 9,063; reduced tariff per-term: QAR 10,520 / QAR 7,889 / QAR 7,889).

- Élémentaire (CP to CM2): Annual full tariff QAR 30,618; reduced tariff QAR 26,560. Payment by three instalments (full tariff per-term: QAR 12,248 / QAR 9,185 / QAR 9,185; reduced tariff per-term: QAR 10,624 / QAR 7,968 / QAR 7,968).

- Collège (6ème to 3ème): Annual full tariff QAR 36,036; reduced tariff QAR 29,969. Payment by three instalments (full tariff per-term: QAR 14,414 / QAR 10,811 / QAR 10,811; reduced tariff per-term: QAR 11,987 / QAR 8,991 / QAR 8,991).

- Lycée (Seconde, Première, Terminale): Annual full tariff QAR 46,200; reduced tariff QAR 35,057. Payment by three instalments (full tariff per-term: QAR 18,480 / QAR 13,860 / QAR 13,860; reduced tariff per-term: QAR 14,023 / QAR 10,517 / QAR 10,517).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard term deadlines for the 2025–2026 year: 1st term due 25 August 2025; 2nd term due 01 December 2025; 3rd term due 01 March 2026. The invoice calendar and the due dates published for the year must be respected; fees are due before each term begins. Rights of entry and reservation fees for the following year have a separate due date (example shown: 01 April 2026).
- Fees are payable per the annual schedule; failure to pay after repeated reminders can lead to refusal of attendance or radiating the pupil. Families remain personally liable for all invoices.
- The reduced tariff conditions are cumulative: the child must be French or Qatari and the parents must demonstrate the absence of employer coverage of school fees.
- Sibling discounts for families on the reduced tariff are applied as specified in the tariff grid.

Boarding / boarding fees

- No boarding/pension fees are published for this establishment; no boarding provision is listed in the school's financial schedule for 2025–2026 (therefore no boarding fees apply).

Other costs and optional fees

- Optional international section supplement (Section internationale, optional): QAR 5,000 per year (additional, optional).
- Exam and assessment fees (estimates provided): Baccalauréat (Terminale) QAR 750; EAF (Première) QAR 300; DNB QAR 100. The centre of examination communicates the definitive amounts where relevant.
- Other charges and sundries (examples): replacement of access badge QAR 100; replacement of book or manual (loss/damage) QAR 100; test d'entrée for new arrivals QAR 450.
- Transport and school canteen are not included in tuition and are billed separately if used. Extra-curricular activities, school trips, CNED enrolment (if applicable) and other services are charged in addition when applicable.

Refunds, cancellations and prorating

- The security deposit (caution) is refundable on departure under the conditions set out in the school's financial regulations; families must request reimbursement in writing and provide bank details. If not claimed within 12 months after radiation, the deposit may be considered a donation.
- First-time registration fees, reservation fees, entry rights and tuition are refundable or proratisable only in specific circumstances described in the financial regulations. Typical rules include: refund of reservation fee if cancelled before specified deadlines; prorating of term fees where a pupil departs definitively from Qatar with supporting documents (prorating normally on calendar days if departure occurs within the first month of the term; if departure occurs after the first month, the full term may be due).
- In most other cases any term begun is entirely due. All refund or prorating requests must follow the documented notification procedures and be supported by the required documents (for example, official proof of departure).

Fee payment options and banking details

- Preferred payment method: bank transfer to the school's account. Banking details published for payment are: Dukhan Bank; Account number: 100001768610; SWIFT code: BRWAQAQA; IBAN: QA83 BRWA 0000 0000 0100 0017 6861 0. Term deadlines above apply to these bank transfers.
- Cheques may be accepted only exceptionally with prior written agreement from the accounting service. Payments can also be made directly at the bank counter by cheque or cash; cash is accepted exceptionally for amounts under QAR 500 and only after prior agreement with the accounting service. A payment receipt or proof must be emailed to the school's accounting address.
- Families are required to follow the school's invoicing calendar; in absence of payment within the stated deadlines, the school issues reminders and may implement sanctions described in the financial regulations. Email for the accounting/service comptabilité: comptabilite@lycee-bonaparte.fr (phone contact for the finance office also provided in the financial regulations).

What the tuition covers and what it does not cover

- Included in tuition: core schooling, school liability insurance, insurance for the child during school activities (complementary to family insurance), program-related school trips and outings, loan of textbooks for primary and secondary levels (and certain supplies for maternelle), and the student badge.
- Not included: examination enrolment fees, optional international section supplement (additional), transport, canteen, some extra‑curricular activities and certain materials or replacement costs.

Uniform Requirement

The school uniform is mandatory. From the first year of primary school (CP), Bermuda shorts and trousers may be purchased outside the catalogue if they meet the required characteristics: navy blue trousers or navy Bermuda shorts; denim jeans and leggings are prohibited. Families can choose from a range of clothing that can be assembled in several configurations.

Food Options

The cantine is open to secondary students. Meals are prepared on site in a professional kitchen. The weekly menu and prices are published. Lunch is served Sunday to Thursday from 11:00 to 13:30. Snacks are sold during breaks and in the student lounge. Registration and card reloading are handled through Compass Qatar. Contact: canteen.bonaparte@compassqatar.com.qa.

Governance and Ownership

Governance is shared with the Parents' Association; a Management Committee is engaged in the school's functioning.

Curriculum

The Lycée Bonaparte follows the French national education system, homologated by the French Ministry of National Education and is part of the AEFE network. Curriculum structure is organized into four stages: Ecole Maternelle (Cycle 1: PS, MS and GS), Ecole Élémentaire (Cycle 2 & 3: CP-CE1-CE2-CM1-CM2), Collège (Cycle 3 & 4: 6e-3e), and Lycée (Seconde, Première, Terminale) with a dedicated terminal cycle. Across all levels, learning is organized around five domains: Plurilinguisme; Activités Physiques; Activités Artistiques; Structurer sa Pensée; and Explorer. Language provision is strong: from nursery, Arabic and English are taught in primary; secondary offers English, Arabic, Spanish and Latin, with International Sections (British International Section, European Section English, Arabic International Section) and the International French Baccalaureate option. In the lycée, the Baccalauréat pathway includes a common core plus specialty subjects (3 in Première and 2 in Terminale) such as Mathematics; Life and Earth Sciences; Physical Sciences; History-Geography-Geopolitics-Political Science; Economics and Social Sciences; Languages, Literature and Foreign Cultures; Digital and Informatics; and Humanities; an International French Baccalaureate option is also available.

Student Teacher Ratio

About 2,100 students are enrolled (including roughly 1,100 in primary) with around 190 staff; the school does not publicly publish a formal student–teacher ratio.

Exam Results

In 2025, the Baccalauréat success rate was 99% (first round) with about 90% attaining merits and 29% high honours. Diplôme National du Brevet results show a 98.9% success rate in 2022 with 60.8% achieving high honours.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates pursue higher education worldwide, with destinations including Canada, the United States, Sweden, France, Spain, Switzerland, Qatar and the United Kingdom to date.

Gifted and Talented

The school provides individualized support and personalized accompaniment; there is no publicly listed dedicated gifted-and-talented program beyond this ongoing support.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Scholar Life service is staffed by two Principal Education Advisors (CPE) who coordinate six Education Assistants to manage school life, attendance, supervision and pupil safety. It collaborates with teachers and the school leadership to address pupil behaviour and academic results, and it participates in class councils while organizing activities that support social and personal development. The service also runs student life projects and supports pupil representation, helping to foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive community. The Parcours Avenir career-planning program supports students from 5ème to Terminale in understanding the world of work and in designing their academic and career plans, with information meetings, CV workshops and internships. AGORA connects students with former AEFE students for orientation, and Elles Bougent runs events and mentoring to broaden STEM career exposure for girls. Caroline Birot, PRIO, is available to discuss educational and career pathways with students and families, with defined appointment hours.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Pupil support for Special Educational Needs (SEN) is organized around four main action plans: PPRE (personalised educational plan for improving academic achievement), PAP (plan d'Accompagnement Personnalisé for specific learning needs), PAI (Projet d'Accueil Individualisé for medical situations), and PPS (Projet Personnalisé de Scolarisation for acknowledged disabilities). In primary, APC (complementary educational activities) and FLSCO (French as a study language) provide differentiated support and language assistance for non-French speakers. In secondary, there is Help with work outside class time and Personalized support during the timetable in Seconde to Terminale to boost progress in core subjects and in specialised courses. The school is not described as a specialist SEN institution; SEN follow-up is conducted via a monitoring unit that involves the Principal Education Advisors, the nurses and the management team, with school psychologists supporting inclusion and referrals to health professionals as needed. The health service also participates in integrating pupils with medical issues by proposing PAI, PAP or PPS as appropriate.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as an Additional Language (EAL) is supported through the FLSCO program (French as a study language) for pupils whose mother tongue is not French, with a specialized teacher offering French-language tutoring in small groups during modern language classes. The school promotes multilingualism with five languages taught: French, Arabic, English, Spanish and Latin, and emphasizes early language development as part of its French-style education. Information and guidance resources are provided by PRIO to help students plan their studies and higher education paths, including access to guidance materials and appointments. AGORA provides a platform to connect with AEFE networks and former students to aid orientation, benefiting students navigating language and study options in France and abroad.

Mental Wellbeing

The infirmary is a welcoming, confidential space where two qualified nurses support student well-being, provide first aid, administer medication, and deliver health education; parents supply medical information to the nurses to support care plans. The school psychologists, Fatma Hamadi and Dumas, offer insight into academic, emotional or behavioural difficulties and can refer families to health professionals; pupils may have individual interviews by appointment. The health service supports the integration of pupils with medical or psychological needs by offering Personalised Integration Plans (PAI), Personalised Support Plans (PAP) or a Personalised Schooling Project (PPS). The Scholar Life service coordinates student relations, behaviour, and personal concerns, providing a contact point for students facing personal challenges. Together these services contribute to a safe, caring and inclusive environment that supports mental well-being.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and pupil welfare are embedded through the Scholar Life service, which controls pupil numbers, attendance, supervision and safety, and works with staff to address behaviour and safety concerns. The life service also coordinates with teachers and management to monitor pupil progress and organise student life councils and events to promote safety and inclusion. The infirmary provides confidential care and medical handling, with nurses who support medical issues and contribute to safeguarding through information sharing with families. The health service, including the school psychologists, participates in safeguarding by identifying pupils in need, offering interviews and coordinating with external health professionals when appropriate, and by following up with a monitoring unit that includes the Principal Education Advisors, nurses and the management team. Personalised plans (PAI, PAP, PPS) are used to address health, medical or disability needs in a safeguarding context.

History

Lycée Bonaparte Doha began as the École Française de Doha in the 1970s, initially housed in a rented villa in Slata Al Jadida. The school faced a downturn during the Gulf War as many French families left Qatar, but it subsequently moved to newer premises designed in line with French educational standards, under the auspices of the French Embassy. In the mid-1990s the establishment was restructured and designated a high school (lycée), marking the transition from a smaller school to a full lycée. The campus today is part of the worldwide network of French schools and operates under the AEFE framework, with facilities described as modern and purpose-built in Doha's West Bay area. The Proviseure is Marie-France Morieux.

Community

The Lycée Bonaparte community is multicultural and multilingual, with students representing dozens of nationalities and hundreds of languages spoken. The school highlights living together as a core value, supported by programs and services that foster inclusion and cultural openness, including dedicated life services and a broad campus program. The school hosts a range of educational and cultural activities, including student elections for representatives and a Sustainable Development Week, reflecting active student participation in governance and school life. Community life is further illustrated by events such as mentoring partnerships with external organizations, and ongoing engagement through school clubs and activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Parent involvement is central to the school's governance. Parents have elected representatives on the Management Committee and on various school bodies, enabling them to participate in discussions and decisions that drive life at the Lycée Bonaparte. Parent representatives also serve on the CA (administrative council) for the lycée and may sit on the permanent commission that sets agendas, as well as on the disciplinary council and the lycée life council (CVL). In addition, parents can participate in the menus committee, which addresses matters related to school meals and meets twice a month. The school recognizes two formal parent associations: Independent Parents and FCPE representatives, each with designated contact emails for engagement and coordination.

Facilities Overview

The Lycée Bonaparte operates two campuses. In Toulon, France, it is a public high school serving students from Seconde to BTS with a human-sized structure in the city center. The school has 1,778 students, 10 diploma programs, and 145 teachers. The campus includes a range of general and technological tracks and a BTS section. The school also runs partnerships and programs such as an Erasmus+ framework and scholarship opportunities.

Sports Facilities

The Toulon campus offers a full set of facilities typical for a French lycée, including sports and physical education spaces as part of its campus infrastructure.

Academic Facilities

The Toulon campus provides Seconde générale et technologique, Seconde CDG, HIDA (History of Arts), Cursus Bac Général, Cursus Bac Technologique (STMG, ST2S), STMG and ST2S specific tracks, a Feminine Handball section, and BTS programs (COM, CG, S@M, SIO, SP3S) and D.C.G. It also hosts partnerships like Lycée Des Possibles and Atelier 1er Campus and Erasmus+ activities.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The school runs cultural and sporting activities including a Feminine Handball section and collaborations such as the Atelier 1er Campus in partnership with SciencesPo Paris.

Academic & Intellectual

The school is homologated by the French Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Research, and the instruction conforms to the programs, educational objectives, and core values of the French education system. Language learning begins in kindergarten, and five languages are taught: French, Arabic, English, Spanish, and Latin. The school is integrated into the global network of French Lycées and has a multicultural and plurilingual community. The school serves about 2,100 students, including 1,100 in the primary section, and has a modern campus with high-level infrastructures.

Arts & Creative

The school supports excellence beyond academics in artistic, cultural, and sporting activities. The life of the lycée includes clubs and projects open to students. The Centre de Loisirs and student competitions provide avenues for creative and cultural engagement.

Cultural & Language

The community is multicultural and plurilingual, with 75 nationalities represented. Five languages are taught: French, Arabic, English, Spanish, and Latin. A language project, Le projet Langues Vivantes, supports language development across the curriculum. Education blends French instruction with international standards and promotes multilingualism.

Social & Hobbies

The lycée offers clubs and activities for students, including leisure activities through the Centre de Loisirs. Open competitions and projects are available to students. Volunteer engagement is part of student life.

Community & Service

Parents are at the heart of the school's governance; elected representatives participate in the Comité de Gestion and in various governance bodies. The Life Service and Health Service support the student community. Regulations and charters provide governance, and contact information is available for the school.

Leadership & Professional

The Lycée Bonaparte hosts the Académie Bonaparte, a program dedicated to student clubs and activities with professional coaching. Clubs are available and registrations are managed through the Académie Bonaparte, and high-quality sports facilities are provided. The school employs more than 190 staff members, with teamwork at the center of its professional practice.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Well-being and living together are central to the school's educational project. The community is multicultural and plurilingual with 75 nationalities represented. The Life Service and Health Service support students, and the Centre de Loisirs provides leisure and wellbeing activities.

Language Provision

Languages taught are French, Arabic, English, Spanish, and Latin. In primary, Arabic and English are mandatory for all students from Petite Section through CM2. In collège, four languages are offered (English, Arabic, Spanish, Latin) with Latin initiation and Arabic workshops as options, plus sections such as Britannique and Section Européenne Anglais. In lycée, options include LVC pathways, Section Internationale Britannique, Section Européenne Anglais, and Bac Français International, with three subjects taught in English in the BFI. Certifications in English and Spanish (IELTS and SIELE) are prepared for annually.

Bilingual Teaching

The school provides bilingual and multilingual education through specialized language pathways. From the Petite Section to CM2, Arabic and English are taught in the primary program. In collège and lycée, international options include the International Britannique, the Section Européenne Anglais, and the Bac Français International (BFI), which includes English-language instruction for core subjects. The BFI teaches three subjects in English: World Knowledge, History-Geography, and Cultural and Linguistic Deepening.

Immersion Programs

Reinforced language learning begins in kindergarten. From the Petite Section to CM2, all students receive mandatory instruction in Arabic and English in primary. The International and European English sections provide immersion by delivering English-language instruction for both language and non-language disciplines. Language certifications such as IELTS for English and SIELE for Spanish support language proficiency.