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Al Manar International School - Al Dafna Campus

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 19,587 - 23,367
Ages 3 - 12 years
Pupil numbers 500
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Introduction

Al Manar International School — Al Dafna campus is an English‑medium international school in Doha, Qatar, delivering an American curriculum based on the Common Core State Standards. The Dafna campus serves early years and elementary students (ages 3 to 12) and operates kindergarten and grades 1–6 programmes. Instruction and core subjects are taught in English; the school also delivers Ministry‑required subjects in Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History. The elementary timetable provides seven hours of teaching per day and includes core courses in English, mathematics, science and social studies, with non‑core lessons in physical education, computers and art plus weekly library sessions. The school publishes that it uses support tools and programmes such as MAP Skills, the TumbleBook digital library, TARBEYA and Qatar Reads to monitor and support learning. The website also describes an active parent‑teacher association and student council and regularly reports curricular and extracurricular events.

House No.1, Street: Abu Torayfa، 65 Al Abeer St, Doha 11157, Qatar

The Essentials

Al Manar International School - Al Dafna Campus has 500 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The Dafna Campus of Al Manar International School is located in the Dafna district of Doha, Qatar. The campus address is 65 Al Abeer Street, Doha 11157. It operates as part of AMIS's Dafna campus network, serving families in west-central Doha and the surrounding areas. The campus is accessible by road from the surrounding neighborhoods.

Stages
AMIS Dafna Campus offers education from Pre-K through Grade 12. The school is structured into KG School, Elementary School, and Middle & High School as part of its academic organization, with programs spanning from Pre-K to Gr12.

Type
AMIS is a day international school that serves both primary and secondary students. Public materials describe the school as offering Pre-K to Grade 12, with organizational divisions into KG School, Elementary School, and Middle & High School.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school highlights cultural diversity and a mixed international student body, but no numeric nationality statistics are published publicly.

Additional learning support
AMIS provides support programs including MAP Skills, TumbleBook, TARBEYA, and Qatar Reads as part of its support offerings for students. The safeguarding and broader student-support framework is reflected in the school's policy materials and related resources.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation stated for AMIS Dafna Campus. The school follows an American curriculum based on Common Core State Standards.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated for AMIS Dafna Campus in public materials.

School day structure
Public materials do not publish daily start/end times for the Dafna Campus. Third‑party listings indicate a day roughly from early morning to late afternoon (for planning purposes, families should confirm exact hours with the school).

Bus service
Public materials do not publish details of a school bus service for the Dafna Campus. Families should inquire directly with the school for transportation arrangements.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires a uniform. School uniform is mandatory, and daily and sports uniforms are sold at the school.

Food Options
There is a canteen on site for meals and snacks.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Advisors, which includes a Chair, a Vice-Chair, and several members. AMIS operates more than one campus in Qatar, including the Dafna and Al Thameed campuses, indicating a multi-campus network. There is a centralized management contact listed (AMISManagement@almanarqatar.com), suggesting centralized oversight.
Fees

Annual tuition at Al Manar International School - Al Dafna Campus ranges from QAR 19,587 to QAR 23,367 for 2026/27.

Application / registration fees

- A seat booking (reservation) fee of QAR 1,435 is charged; this amount is deducted from the tuition fees.
- Registration, testing and interview fees are charged and are non‑refundable. Specific amounts for testing/registration are stated as non‑refundable in the admissions policy.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and example per‑payment amounts)

- Pre‑School (Pre): Annual tuition QAR 19,587. Per payment if paid as:
- Single annual payment: QAR 19,587.
- Two equal installments (semester basis): QAR 9,793.50 each.
- Three equal installments (quarter basis): QAR 6,529.00 each.

- KG1: Annual tuition QAR 19,587. Per payment if paid as:
- Single annual payment: QAR 19,587.
- Two equal installments: QAR 9,793.50 each.
- Three equal installments: QAR 6,529.00 each.

- KG2: Annual tuition QAR 19,587. Per payment if paid as:
- Single annual payment: QAR 19,587.
- Two equal installments: QAR 9,793.50 each.
- Three equal installments: QAR 6,529.00 each.

- Grades 1–6: Annual tuition QAR 23,367 per year (same amount listed for Grades 1 through 6). Per payment if paid as:
- Single annual payment: QAR 23,367.
- Two equal installments (semester basis): QAR 11,683.50 each.
- Three equal installments (quarter basis): QAR 7,789.00 each.

Additional annual compulsory fees

- Level placement / assessment (where applicable): QAR 359 for Grades 1–6 (not shown for KG/Pre).
- Annual registration (listed as an additional annual fee): QAR 1,435.
- Books: QAR 2,631 for Grades 1–6; QAR 1,794 for KG levels.
- School supplies and stationery: QAR 1,076 (annual).

Optional / additional annual fees (charged where selected or applicable)

- Transport (school bus): QAR 4,784 per year (route‑based service).
- Electronic device / e‑package: QAR 2,500 per year for the applicable grades.
- School uniform (annual/set): QAR 550 for Grades 1–6; QAR 419 for KG/Pre. Uniforms are sold by the school and are mandatory.
- Issuance of documents and certificates (administrative fees): QAR 239 per issuance.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment plans available: one full payment; two equal installments (semester basis — typically at Quarter 1 and Quarter 3); or three equal payments (at the beginnings of Quarter 1, Quarter 2 and Quarter 3). If a student is admitted in the first half of a semester, a full semester's fees are charged; if admitted in the second semester, half annual fees are charged. Late payment penalties apply.
- Failure to clear due fees will result in withholding of certificates and refusal to allow the student to sit examinations; a late‑payment fine of 7.5% (subject to increase) is specified. Bounced cheques incur additional penalties.

Boarding fees

- No boarding or residential fees are listed on the published fee schedule; the school's published charges relate to tuition, registration, books, transport and other day‑school items. Boarding is not indicated as an available service.

Other costs and one‑off charges

- Seat booking / reservation: QAR 1,435 (deducted from tuition).
- Testing, interview and application fees are non‑refundable; amounts for these (where published separately) are applied at the point of admission. The school states testing/registration fees are non‑refundable.
- Uniforms are sold at the school; parents are required to purchase school‑approved daily and sports uniforms from the school.

Refund information

- Tuition fees are non‑refundable whether the student attended or not. If a student withdraws, a full semester's written notice is required; if such notice is not given, a full semester's fees will be payable. Registration, testing and interview fees are non‑refundable.

Fee payment options / channels

- The published materials provide the available payment schedules (one, two or three payments) and outline penalties for late payment, but do not itemize accepted payment channels (such as card, bank transfer or cash) on the fee schedule itself. Parents should use the school's published finance contact details to confirm the accepted channels for fee payment.

Notes

- All amounts shown above are in Qatari Riyals (QAR) as listed on the published fee schedule.
- The fee schedule includes distinct categories: annual tuition, additional mandatory annual fees (books, registration, stationery), and optional annual charges (transport, electronic package, uniform, document issuance).
Academics

Al Manar International School - Al Dafna Campus teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 12.

Curriculum
Al Manar International School, Dafna Campus, delivers an English-language American program for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 6. The curriculum provides a firm foundation in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, using American textbooks and online resources. It is designed to ensure a smooth transition into Middle School and is closely aligned with expectations for higher grades. The programme includes extracurricular activities and counseling services to support holistic student development. The Dafna campus operates with a Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 6 structure as part of AMIS.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
AMIS Dafna Campus supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through guidance and counselling aimed at developing students' character and confidence. Extracurricular activities, clubs, sports, and trips provide opportunities for social development and teamwork. MAP Skills, a skills mastery and progress monitoring tool, is used to identify gaps and tailor instruction and interventions for individual students. TARBEYA Center focuses on moral and intellectual leadership, with the value of kindness integrated into the program to promote positive behavior. The safeguarding policy emphasizes creating a caring, safe, and stimulating learning environment that supports students' social, physical, and emotional well-being.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Public information does not disclose a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) department or explicit SEN provision. The English-language, American-program is described for Pre-K to Grade 6, with guidance and counselling to support student development, but SEN services are not specified. A MAP Skills program is described as a tool to tailor instruction and inform interventions for students who are struggling or advanced, indicating some targeted support is available. There is no explicit reference to a specialist SEN institution or to defined SEN categories. SEN provision details are not publicly disclosed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
AMIS Dafna Campus operates with English as the language of instruction as part of an English-language based American program. Explicit EAL programs, staff, or provisions are not publicly disclosed. The information confirms English as the instructional language, but there is no detailed description of EAL-specific supports. Therefore, EAL provisions are not publicly disclosed.

Mental Wellbeing
Guidance and counselling are part of AMIS Dafna's approach to student mental wellbeing. The safeguarding policy emphasizes a safe environment that supports students' social, physical, and emotional well-being. TARBEYA Center emphasizes moral and intellectual leadership and kindness, contributing to social-emotional development. The safeguarding policy outlines roles such as a designated Child Protection Officer (Social Worker) and procedures to support students in need. Overall, mental wellbeing is addressed through counselling, values education, and safeguarding practices.

Safeguarding
AMIS Dafna Campus follows a formal Safeguarding/Child Protection Policy committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. The policy states safeguarding procedures to prevent harm, protect children, and respond to concerns or allegations of abuse. Staff training includes Educare, with all staff required to complete at least two child protection courses upon joining. A designated Child Protection Officer (Social Worker) and the principal coordinate safeguarding referrals and support for students in need. Practical measures include visitor registration, secure record-keeping, and prompt reporting of safeguarding concerns to the appropriate authorities.
Parent Experience

History
Al Manar International School, Dafna Campus in Doha, Qatar, was founded in 2009. Dafna Campus was AMIS's first campus. AMIS offers an English-language based American program, using American textbooks and online resources, with a curriculum that serves Pre-Kindergarten through Grade Six to prepare students for the middle school years. The school emphasizes strong home–school links and expects active parental involvement in students' learning. In 2024–2025 MOEHE recognition, the Dafna Campus earned the Diamond Award for its My Values Draw My Identity program and the My Flag is White Award for zero violations.

Community
The AMIS Dafna Campus engages the school community through events such as the Junior Ambassador Conference (JAC) held in 2025. The school participates in national competitions, including Destination Imagination (First Place) and Qatar Rocks Online Math Competition (second place) in 2025. Other community events include Qatar Police Day and the One Book, One Doha Festival; Ajyal Schools Festival; STEM Week. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs, sports and trips, as part of its culture.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA at Al Manar International School Dafna Campus operates with elected representatives for each academic year; the 2025–2026 roster is published on the PTA page. For 2025–2026, officers include President Noora Abdulrahman, Vice–President Muneera Ahmed Alkelaifi, Secretary Amal Saed Al-Malki, Treasurer Eman Mohamed, and Members. For 2024–2025, officers included President Thamer AlQadi, Vice President Dr. Ala'a Walid Alsheikh Hussein, Secretary Amal Saed Al-Malki, Treasurer Ashjan Saleh Al-Khalaf, and Members Nayla Yousuf J B Al-Sorour and Eman Mohamed. The PTA contact email is ptadafna@almanarqatar.com. The PTA maintains a Constitution and holds meetings; links to the Constitution and meetings are provided on the PTA page. The school also provides PTA resources such as a Handbook in English and Arabic for families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Al Manar International School, Dafna Campus serves students from Pre-K through Grade 12 with an American curriculum based on Common Core standards. The campus provides access to digital learning resources, including the TumbleBook Library, which features animated eBooks, read-alongs, and educational videos; Dafna students have login details to access the library. MAP Skills and Qatar Reads are among the academic support programs offered to enhance literacy and learning. The school operates with morning hours from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Academic Facilities
AMIS Dafna uses an American curriculum based on Common Core standards. The TumbleBook Library provides digital books, read-alongs, and videos accessible to Dafna students. MAP Skills and Qatar Reads are integrated academic support resources to assist student learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AMIS offers Pre-K through Grade 12 with an American curriculum based on Common Core state standards. The program emphasizes independence, innovation, and a love of learning in a safe, nurturing environment. It focuses on developing students' intellectual, creative, emotional, and social skills through curricular work and engagement with real-life contexts and global events. The school aims to shape students into leaders capable of pursuing opportunities in a global setting.

Social & Hobbies
Campus life emphasizes creativity, respect, success, integrity, goals, ambition, and diversity, building confidence in students. The school hosts events such as the Qatar e-Nature Competition (2018), Career Day, and Pink Day/Cancer Awareness, fostering social engagement beyond academics. These activities support teamwork, communication, and community involvement among students.

Leadership & Professional
The school provides student leadership opportunities through a Student Council. Elections are held for candidates for the 2025-2026 term, and elected committees coordinate activities and student representation. The Student Council develops leadership, collaboration, and organizational skills in students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics is a featured area of campus life, with a focus on physical well-being and outdoor activity. The school promotes well-being through a variety of events and activities that involve the broader school community. The calendar includes events such as the Qatar e-Nature Competition and other campus life activities that encourage active participation and healthy living.
Languages

Language Provision
AMIS follows an American curriculum aligned with Common Core State Standards. English language arts is a core subject in the Middle and High School, with emphasis on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and a range of language electives is offered. Arabic language instruction follows the Ministry of Education and Higher Education Curriculum. The program serves students from Pre-K through Grade 12.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete an application. Begin by filling out the application form and submitting it for review. Prepare to attach the documents listed in Step 2 as part of the submission. This step starts the admissions review process and moves your application toward consideration.

2. Submit the required documents. Provide a copy of the student's passport and a copy of the parent's passport, a copy of residency ID, and a copy of the residency permit if applicable. Include four photos, transcripts for the past three years, a birth certificate copy, and a vaccination record. Ensure all copies are legible and up to date. These documents accompany the application for the review and decision process.

3. Entrance exams. Students must sit for entrance exams in English, Arabic, and Math. Non-Arabic speaking students will be exempted from the Arabic entrance exam. Exam results are used to assess readiness and determine eligibility for enrollment.

4. Interview. Students must attend an interview to determine eligibility for enrollment. The interview provides additional context about the student's fit with the program. The outcome of the interview informs the next steps toward enrollment.

5. Application limit and initial decision. A student may submit only one application form per year. Duplicate applications are not accepted. The interview and exam results contribute to the final enrollment decision.

6. Registration and conduct. The school reserves the right to terminate registration or expel a student if rules and regulations are not followed. Disciplinary actions and policy compliance are described in the school policies. Enrollment may be affected by behavior and adherence to school expectations.

7. Re-entry policy. A student who leaves, is dismissed, or withdraws is not allowed to re-apply; a re-entry application must include the student's previous number. This ensures continuity of records and enrollment history.

8. Fees and payment. Registration, testing, and interview fees are non-refundable even if a student is placed on a waiting list. Tuition fees are non-refundable if cancellation occurs, and a written notice is required for withdrawal. Payment options include a full upfront payment or installments as outlined in the policy.

9. Final steps and timelines. Admission decisions are communicated after the review of documents, exams, and the interview. The school follows the published policies for withdrawal, refunds, and payment schedules. Parents should plan accordingly for timelines communicated by the admissions team.

Waitlist
AMIS maintains a waiting list for admissions. If a student is placed on the waiting list, the registration, testing and interview fees are non-refundable. If the student is accepted or rejected, these fees are not refunded. The policy also states that tuition refunds follow the standard cancellation guidelines published by the school.
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