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Al Arqam Academy

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees QAR 27,954 - 50,134
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1622
Type Girls School
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels
Taught languages English, Arabic
Typical class size 25
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Al Arqam Academy for Girls is an international, girls-only school in Mamoura, Doha, Qatar, established in 1996. It serves pupils aged 3 to 18 (pre-school to Year 12) and follows the British curriculum, including Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. The academy emphasizes Arabic, Islamic studies, and Qatar History in line with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education standards. Primary and kindergarten follow Pearson iPrimary, while the Cambridge International Program is used at the secondary level. The school is recognised as a Cambridge and Edexcel examination centre for IGCSE and AS assessments. In secondary, robotics and scientific research curricula are integrated to foster 21st-century skills in a bilingual English/Arabic environment. The campus comprises three buildings—kindergarten, primary, and secondary—designed to modern international standards with safety provisions. A programme of field trips, guidance services, and university fairs supports student development and parental engagement regularly.

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413 Bu Hamour, District 94, Zone 56 street, Doha, Qatar

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

Al Arqam Academy has 1,622 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Al-Arqam Academy is located at 13 Haloul Street, Mamoura, Doha, Qatar (Building No. 13). P.O. Box 23148 Doha, Qatar. The campus is in the Mamoura district along Haloul Street.

Stages
Primary and Secondary

Type
International school for girls

Additional learning support
Academic support is provided for low-achieving students with in-class and extra coaching, coordinated by coordinators and a student counselor; includes individual support and progress monitoring.

Country affiliation
Qatar

Religious affiliation
Islamic

School day structure
School day timings: Key Stage 3 7:00 a.m. – 1:50 p.m.; Key Stage 4 & 5 7:00 a.m. – 1:50 p.m.; Mondays finish at 12:15 p.m.

Bus service
The school operates a bus service with a Bus Officer and bus rules; violations include penalties and potential restrictions.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Al Arqam Academy ranges from QAR 27,954 to QAR 50,134 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees
A non-refundable registration fee of QAR 1,600 per student is charged annually. An application fee is not specified in the available fee schedule.

Tuition Fees
For the 2025/2026 academic year, annual tuition fees are:

KG1: QAR 27,954 annually
KG2: QAR 29,625 annually
Grades 1–6: QAR 28,410 annually
Grades 7–9: QAR 31,752 annually
Grades 10–11: QAR 41,780 annually
Grade 12: QAR 50,134 annually

The school fee schedule provides annual amounts only; term-by-term tuition fees are not specified.

Other Fees
Additional annual charges may apply for books, transportation, school uniforms, educational trips, administrative services, document processing, and international examinations for applicable year groups. These charges vary by grade level.

Transport Fees
School transport is available. Annual transport fees are QAR 5,335 per student.

Boarding Fees
The school does not advertise boarding facilities, and no boarding fees are listed.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
The published fee schedule lists annual fees. Specific instalment schedules, payment deadlines, and payment terms are not stated in the available fee documentation.

Refund Policy
Refund terms are not specified in the published fee schedule.

Payment Methods
Accepted payment methods are not specified in the available fee documentation.
Academics

Al Arqam Academy teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The Academy is an international school following Islamic beliefs and has pupils aged 3 to 17 (Pre-school to Year 12). It follows Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History standards as set by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. KG and Primary follow Pearson iPrimary Curriculum, and Cambridge International Program is used at the secondary level. The school has Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and Edexcel accreditation; it is a fully recognized Cambridge and Edexcel testing centre for IGCSE and AS examinations. In secondary, Robot and Scientific Research curricula have been added to keep pace with technology, and the school emphasizes 21st-century skills and bilingual English/Arabic.

Exam Results
Al Arqam Academy follows Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and Edexcel examinations; Year 11 sits IGCSEs and Year 12 sits AS, with Year 9 taking International Checkpoint Exams in Math, English and Science. Progression rules require Year 10 to pass all subjects (50%) to advance to Year 11, Year 11 to take seven IGCSEs, and Year 12 progression to require passing at least five IGCSE subjects. Grade boundaries are published for KS3 (A to C ranges). Full progress reports are issued at the end of Term 3.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for local and international universities.

Gifted and Talented
The academy offers extra-curricular activities including robotics and scientific research competitions; participates in MOEHE and Qatar University competitions such as Al Bairaq for Scientific Research; Special Achievement Awards recognize outstanding student achievements.
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Parent Experience
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Waiting List: In February of each year, the registration process begins by asking all current students to re-register for the new school year. The number of vacant places for the new school year is determined. Siblings of existing students are given priority for the waiting list. Students who were tested but not offered a place from the previous year are given the second priority for a chance to pass the entrance test. Applications for the general public are then made on a first come first serve basis until the number of required students is full. Based upon the number of places available for each year group, the appropriate number of students are given an appointment for the entrance test. 2. Entrance Test: Students with an appointment pay the non-refundable entrance test fee and provide a copy of their birth certificate and a copy of their most recent school report showing the class, year group, date, and results. Students who have paid the fee and provided the required documents will be given an entrance test card, which they must present on the day of the test. Entrance tests are done for English, Maths, and Arabic. For KG students, a general evaluation of readiness for school is conducted to evaluate the appropriate early years milestones. Students must pass all areas with 70% or better in order to qualify for a place in the school. Students who arrive late for their test appointment or are absent will lose their place on the list. Secondary students must also attend an interview with their parents as part of the entrance test process. Results for entrance tests will be announced within one full week of the exam. 3. Retests: Students who fail only one area on the entrance test with marks between 55% and 69% may request a retest. Those who qualify for a retest must request a new test date, pay the retest fee and sign the retest form in the Student Affairs office. 4. Registration: Students who pass the entrance test are given one week to complete the registration forms and submit all required documents and fees. Students who do not submit the required forms, documents, and fees within one week will lose their place. Note that entrance test fees and retest fees are non-refundable. All students offered a place in the school must submit the following to open a file in the school and to register: 1. Completed registration form with all information filled in. 2. Report cards from previous schools certified by the Ministry of Education 3. Medical Files, including vaccination documents 4. Copy of passport for the student 5. Copy of I.D. for student, mother, and father. 6. Copy of student's birth certificate 7. Four recent photos 8. Non-refundable registration fee (for the exact fee, please see our MOHE-approved fee schedule. 9. Read and sign the student handbook and policies. 5. Withdrawal policy: In order to withdraw a student from the Academy, the following procedures must be followed: 1. Submit a request to withdraw in advance to Student Affairs. 2. Obtain a receipt disclaimer from the library. 3. Settle all financial matters with the Accounting Department and obtain a receipt. 4. Submit all documents and receipts to the Department of Student Affairs in order to receive the student's file. In the event that a student wishes to re-enter the academy, the decision will be based on an assessment by the administration and the student will be treated as a new student.

Waitlist
Waiting List: The school begins waiting list in February by re-registering current students for the new school year. The number of vacant places is determined. Siblings of existing students are given priority on the waiting list. Students who were tested but not offered a place from the previous year are given second priority. General public applications are accepted on a first come first served basis until the required number of students is filled. Based on places available for each year group, an entrance test appointment is issued.
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