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Al Wataniya International School

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 27,316 - 31,815
Ages 3 - 11 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Introduction

Al Wataniya International School (AWIS) is a British‑managed international primary school in north Doha (Leqtaifiya / West Bay Lagoon area) offering a UK‑style education for children aged 3–11. The school follows the National Curriculum of England, supplemented by the IEYC/IPC early years and primary programmes and the national requirements for Arabic and Islamic Studies. EYFS provision is delivered in English by UK‑qualified teachers; Arabic is taught to all students (streamed by ability) and Qatari history and culture are included in the programme. AWIS groups pupils into Year groups aligned with the English Key Stages, provides a mix of teacher‑led and external extra‑curricular activities (typical examples listed: football, ICT, tennis, ballet and martial arts), and operates an after‑school club; the school notes there is no on‑site cafeteria and no school bus service. Other items published on the site include a house system, student council and a sick bay with a full‑time nurse.

Doha Expressway Rd., Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Al Wataniya International School has instruction in English.

Location
AWIS is located in Zone 66, Street 745, Building 20 on Dohat Al Khaima Street in the Leqtaifiya / West Bay Lagoon Area of Doha, Qatar. The address places the school in north Doha, near Qatar University and the Lagoon area, with the Doha Golf Club nearby. The school's contact details show the address and a Doha-based location.

Stages
AWIS is a British-style international primary school serving children from Foundation Stage 1 (3-4 years old) up to Year 6 (10-11 years old). Year Groups are aligned with the English National Curriculum, and the school explicitly notes it serves ages 3–11. Foundation Stage through Year 6 is organized into Early Years (FS1–FS2) and Key Stages 1 and 2.

Type
The school is co-educational and described as a British-style international primary school. It is British-managed and serves multiple nationalities; the site notes a gender-mixed student body and a UK-style education. Boarding facilities are not indicated; AWIS operates as a day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
AWIS hosts students from more than 50 nationalities. No single nationality makes up more than about 19% of the student body. The most represented nationalities include Jordanian, Egyptian, British, Qatari, American, Spanish, and Turkish, among others.

Additional learning support
AWIS emphasises a child-centred, supportive learning approach and uses Monster Phonics from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 2, a programme described as designed to support all learners, including those who may need extra help. Regular assessment and a particular focus on individual progress are highlighted in the learning materials.

Country affiliation
The school follows the National Curriculum of England and is presented as a British-style international school, rather than affiliated to a specific country. This is reflected in its curriculum and stated approach.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation indicated. Islamic Studies is included as a compulsory subject for Years 1–6 (delivered in English or Arabic as appropriate), and Arabic language and Qatar History are part of the core curriculum.

School day structure
The school day runs from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm during term time, with Sunday through Thursday as the active school days in Qatar. Friday and weekend days are closed.

Bus service
AWIS does not publish a dedicated school bus service on its site. Public transit options are available in the area; the nearest Doha Metro light-rail access point is the Marina station, about a 9-minute walk from the school. Families often use private transport or public transit when convenient.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
AWIS operates a school uniform. The Main Uniform includes a white polo shirt, navy shorts or trousers, a navy skirt/pinafore/skort, a navy and white checked summer dress, a navy blue jumper, and black shoes with white socks. The PE Uniform comprises a navy blue polo shirt, white shorts, navy tracksuit bottoms, a navy jumper, and trainers with white socks; the House Team Uniform uses a house-coloured polo shirt, white shorts, a navy jumper and trainers. All uniform items are held in stock at the School Office, with samples available to try on, and discounted uniform packs are offered to help new students meet the requirements.

Food Options
There is no on-site canteen at AWIS. Students bring a packed lunch, and the day includes breaks for eating; a snack break and a longer mid-morning break are part of the timetable. There is no cafeteria on-site, and guidance is provided on typical lunch contents to bring. After School Club is available for or after-hours care.

House System
AWIS assigns every student to one of four Houses: Red Falcons, Blue Dugongs, Yellow Camels and Green Oryx. Students participate in a range of individual and team events and inter-house competitions, with points awarded to each house; Year 5 and 6 students are appointed as House Captains each year.
Fees

Annual tuition at Al Wataniya International School ranges from QAR 27,316 to QAR 31,815 for 2026/27.

Application and assessment fee

- QR 500 — payable at the time a child is assessed for a place.

Registration fee (one-off, payable when offer is accepted)

- QR 2,000 — Foundation Stage (KG) and Year 1.
- QR 2,300 — Years 2 to 6.

Annual tuition fees by year group (recurring)

- Foundation Stage (KG): QR 27,316 per year.
- Term fee: the annual tuition is split into three term fees and invoiced pro rata by the number of days in each term; a simple 3-way split of the listed annual fee would be approximately QR 9,105.33 per term (actual term invoices are calculated pro rata).

- Years 1 to 6: QR 31,185 per year.
- Term fee: the annual tuition is split into three term fees and invoiced pro rata by the number of days in each term; a simple 3-way split of the listed annual fee would be QR 10,395.00 per term (actual term invoices are calculated pro rata).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The annual tuition is divided into three Term Fees. Term Fees are invoiced one month before the start of each term and are due by the first day of the term. All invoices are issued in advance. Payment in full is required during the first week of the term they relate to. Incidental charges (for example, activity fees or after-school charges) are invoiced as required.

Boarding fees

- Not applicable. The school operates as a primary day school (Foundation Stage and Years 1–6) and does not provide boarding.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- After School Club: there is a nominal charge for the After School Club (Foundation Stage and an after-school option for other year groups). Extra-curricular activities (ECAs) and any additional supervised services are charged separately and invoiced as required.

- Uniform: school uniform items are stocked and sold at the school office; discounted uniform packs are offered for new students. Parents should expect to purchase required uniform items from the school (costs vary by item and pack).

- Other incidental costs: additional incidental charges (for example, specific activity fees, resources or optional services) will be invoiced as required.

Refund information

- The publicly published fee summary and fee schedule reference the application, registration and tuition structure but do not set out detailed refund terms in the same fee summary text. Refund conditions and any terms for repayment of deposits or partial-term refunds are not detailed in the published fee summary. For formal refund terms that apply to registration, deposits, or withdrawal, contact the school finance office.

Fee payment options

- The published fee information states invoices are issued in advance and payment is required by the term deadlines, but it does not list specific accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) in the public fee summary. For the school's accepted payment methods and any details on bank/transfer or card payment instructions, use the school's finance contact details.

Practical contact for payment questions

- Phone: (+974) 4017-4930.
- Email: info@awisdoha.com.
Use these contacts for invoicing queries, payment method instructions, and any clarification on refunds or incidental charges.

Summary of sourcing and missing published detail

- The school publishes the one-off charges (Application & Assessment QR 500; Registration QR 2,000 / QR 2,300), the annual tuition amounts for Foundation Stage and Years 1–6, and the invoicing cadence (three term fees invoiced one month before each term and due by the start of term). The published material does not list specific payment method options or detailed refund/withdrawal terms within the publicly displayed fee summary. For specific merchant/payment instructions or the formal refund/withdrawal policy, contact the school finance office using the phone or email above.
Academics

Al Wataniya International School teaches British Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
AWIS Doha delivers a British-style international curriculum anchored in the English National Curriculum, augmented by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Foundation Stage and by the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with IEYC used in the early years. The school groups learners into Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) and two Key Stages: Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6). The core curriculum mirrors the English National Curriculum for Maths, English and Science, with Maths taught via Power Maths; Arabic is taught five times per week, native Arabic speakers follow the MOE curriculum and non-native learners study Islamic Studies in English, while Qatar History is taught weekly and linked to IPC units. All students study Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History, with instruction streamed by Arabic-language ability (Arabic for native speakers; English for non-native students in Islamic Studies). The learning approach is child-centered and inquiry-based, supported by regular assessment and a broad range of extra-curricular activities to promote international mindedness.

Student Teacher Ratio
Not specified on site

Exam Results
Not publicly published

Higher Education Progression
Not specified on site

Gifted and Talented
Not specified on site
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
AWIS supports social and emotional learning through a child-centred, supportive learning approach. The school presents itself as a caring learning community, with the homepage tagline The learning community that cares. A named School Counsellor sits in the staff, alongside Learning Support staff, indicating formal wellbeing and SEN input. Staff describe a holistic approach that aims for students to be academically successful as well as socially and emotionally engaged. An anti-bullying policy is in place to safeguard student wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has Learning Support staff and a School Counsellor, indicating some level of SEN provision. The specific kinds of SEN the school can support are not publicly disclosed, and AWIS is not described as a specialist SEN institution. The staff page notes Learning Support and a School Counsellor as key support roles. Public safeguarding policies also exist (see safeguarding section) that relate to student safety and wellbeing. Information about the full scope of SEN provision beyond these roles is not publicly detailed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
AWIS provides English-medium instruction for non-Arabic speakers and teaches Arabic to all students, with Arabic language provision streamed by ability. The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum (with IEYC/IPC) and includes Arabic and Islamic Studies, indicating bilingual requirements rather than a formal EAL program. The Arabic staff are organized into two levels, one for native Arabic speakers and another for non-Arabic speakers. A dedicated EAL program or EAL coordinator is not explicitly described in public materials. English instruction is the primary medium for the non-Arabic cohort, but explicit EAL provisions are not detailed.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through a School Counsellor and Learning Support staff who work with class teachers. The staff describe a holistic, social-emotional focus alongside academic progress, and the learning approach is described as child-centred and supportive. The school ethos emphasizes wellbeing as part of its core approach to learning. An anti-bullying policy also contributes to a safe, supportive environment for mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding
AWIS has formal safeguarding measures, including a Student Safety Policy and a Student Sickness Policy, both available as downloadable documents. An Anti-bullying Policy is also in place to address safeguarding from bullying. The staff outline a School Counsellor and Learning Support staff as part of safeguarding and welfare support. The School Office is available for concerns and inquiries about safeguarding. These policies collectively indicate a formal framework for protecting and promoting student welfare.
Parent Experience

History
AWIS is a British‑managed international primary school in north Doha, established in 2014 to serve international families. It offers a UK‑style education for children aged 3–11 and draws students from more than 50 nationalities. The EYFS curriculum is delivered in English by UK‑qualified teachers. The school is located in Zone 66, Street 745, Dohat Al Khaima Street in the Leqtaifiya/West Bay Lagoon area of Doha. In 2024–25, AWIS received a White Flag certificate of appreciation from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education for no complaints or violations, and the MOEHE accorded AWIS an excellent School Report Card for 2024–25.

Community
AWIS emphasizes a caring, international learning community that engages all stakeholders and welcomes input and feedback from the broader community. Friends of AWIS is a volunteer association of parents who share ideas and employ their diverse skills to enrich school life, meeting periodically with senior staff to discuss development and ways to contribute. Family Fun Day is the annual school fair and a major calendar event, featuring activities, competitions, and a wide range of international food stalls and arts & crafts stalls for students and parents. The Student Leaders comprise the Head Boy and Head Girl and deputies, representing the student body and sometimes leading guided school tours; they undertake tasks around the school to build leadership skills.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school's PTA is called Friends of AWIS, a volunteer association of parents. Friends of AWIS serves to share ideas and utilise parents' diverse skills to enrich school life and student learning opportunities, with periodic meetings attended by a selection of senior staff to discuss the school's development and further opportunities to contribute. As an AWIS parent, membership offers a concrete way to be involved in how the school runs and develops. The group meets throughout the year to plan and support school initiatives, and it coordinates with staff on broader development goals. Family Fun Day is a PTA‑aligned community event that draws the wider AWIS community together with food stalls and arts & crafts stalls. The association exists to foster a strong home–school relationship and to ensure parent input informs planning and decision‑making. The structure and activities of Friends of AWIS are designed to leverage parental expertise and involvement in school life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
AWIS is located in Zone 66, Street 745, Building 20, Dohat Al Khaima Street in the Leqtaifiya / West Bay Lagoon Area of Doha, Qatar. The campus includes a library overseen by a Library Coordinator, and an office and administration team supports the learning environment. Year Groups and Key Stages are organized in line with the English National Curriculum, and Arabic language instruction is provided to all students with Qatar History taught to native and non-native speakers as appropriate. The curriculum emphasizes international best practice and reflects Qatar's identity in learning. All class teachers are native English-speaking professionals who contribute to the school's English-language learning environment.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum follows the National Curriculum of England, supplemented by the IEYC and IPC frameworks. Arabic language and Islamic Studies are taught, with Arabic instruction delivered to all students and English instruction provided for non-Arabic speakers; Qatar History is taught in Arabic to native speakers. Year Groups are organized in accordance with the English National Curriculum. The staff includes native English-speaking class teachers supported by teaching assistants and learning support staff.

Extra Curricular Facilities
AWIS offers a range of Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs), including both internal and external options. Internal ECAs are teacher-led, provided free of charge for Years 1–6, typically running between 14:00 and 15:00 in blocks of five weeks, with students limited to one teacher-led activity on a first-come, first-served basis. Typical internal ECAs include football, sports, ICT skills and singing. External ECAs are provided by outside agencies at additional cost, with examples such as Fitness Funsters, WeDo 2.0, Tennis & Badminton, Martial Arts, Ballet and Science.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AWIS is a British-style international primary school in Doha, Qatar.

Cultural & Language
The school teaches Arabic to all students and delivers Arabic language instruction in alignment with language ability. Native Arabic-speaking students follow the Ministry of Education's curriculum in Arabic, while non-native speakers study Arabic in English. All students in Years 1–6 study Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History. Qatar History is taught weekly, with materials in English or Arabic depending on the student's language ability.
Languages

Language Provision
AWIS follows the National Curriculum of England, supplemented by the IEYC/IPC frameworks. Arabic is taught to all students with five weekly Arabic lessons and is streamed by language ability: native Arabic-speaking students follow the Ministry of Education curriculum in Arabic, while non-native speakers study Arabic in English. All students in Years 1–6 study Arabic and Islamic Studies and Qatar History; Islamic Studies is delivered as a first or second language, with two lessons per week (native Arabic speakers in Arabic under the MoE curriculum; non-native speakers in English using Call to Faith). Qatar History is taught weekly using MoE textbooks in English or Arabic, according to the student's Arabic ability.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the Expression of Interest Form. The online form is quick to complete and without obligation. It provides basic details for you and your child and ensures you will be contacted by the Admissions Team when an Open Day is held or new student assessments are scheduled. The time between submitting the form and being contacted for assessment varies depending on year group vacancies and the time of year. 2. School Tour. You will be invited to meet the Admissions Team, tour the school, and ask questions. The tour and the assessment may be combined in a single visit. A QR500 assessment fee is payable at the time of the assessment. 3. Student Assessment. All students are assessed to ensure AWIS is the right school for them and that they are applying for a suitable year group. There is no pass or fail cut-off; placement depends on the year group and the student's development. For Foundation Stage, the assessment focuses on social skills and readiness for formal schooling. For primary, the assessment evaluates English (spoken and written) and mathematics, plus social skills. Whenever possible, the tour and assessment are combined. 4. Assessment Result. Results are typically emailed to parents within 2 or 3 days of the assessment. The result will normally be either a firm offer of a place with a confirmed year group and start date; or confirmation of a successful outcome with the student placed on a waiting list until a firm start date can be confirmed; or a regret that a place cannot be offered. The school does not assess students unless there is a realistic prospect of a place becoming available in the near future. 5. Acceptance of Offer. If a place is offered, the offer is valid for one week. If not accepted within that time, the offer lapses so that the school can offer the place to the next person on the waiting list. To accept the offer, parents must pay the Registration Fee to guarantee the place. The Registration Fee is QR2,000 for Foundation Stage and Year 1, or QR2,300 for Years 2-6. 6. Before Starting. An AWIS Application Form must be fully completed, signed and submitted to the School Office before a child can commence. More detailed information on supporting documentation can be found on the Admission Requirements page. The Application Form is downloadable as a PDF.

Waitlist
There is a waiting list for some year groups. After the assessment, a successful outcome may be followed by placement on the waiting list until a firm offer of a start date can be confirmed. AWIS notes that assessment occurs only when there is a realistic prospect of a place becoming available in the near future.
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