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Doha Academy Al Waab Campus

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 21,910 - 43,150
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2100
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

Doha Academy Al Waab is an all-through, co-educational British-curriculum school in Doha providing Kindergarten to Year 12 (ages c.3–18) education through the National Curriculum for England. The school states that English is the medium of instruction while also delivering the Qatar Ministry of Education's mandatory programmes such as Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History; French is listed among modern languages taught. Al Waab operates separate blocks for EYFS/Primary, Secondary Boys and Secondary Girls and occupies a building of over 19,000 sqm with around 160 classrooms. Campus facilities described on the school site include three libraries, three indoor gyms, numerous science laboratories, a large auditorium, outdoor play areas, three medical clinics with full‑time nurses and campus‑wide Wi‑Fi. Senior secondary study follows external examination routes (Cambridge and Pearson/Edexcel IGCSEs and AS/A‑level provision) and the school also highlights an Islamic Values Programme and career/pastoral support as distinctive elements of its adapted, contextually based British programme.

20 Duhail St, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Doha Academy Al Waab Campus has 2,100 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Doha Academy Al Waab Campus is located at 220 Duhail Street, Al Waab, Doha, Qatar (PO Box 9691). The campus sits in the Al Waab district, a residential area in Doha. The address is published for mail and visits, and the campus is accessible by road via Duhail Street. The Al Waab campus is the largest of Doha Academy's campuses.

Stages
The Al Waab campus operates an all-through KG to Year 13 programme, following the National Curriculum of England and Wales. It is structured into EYFS/Primary and Secondary divisions, with the secondary split into Boys' and Girls' sections.

Type
The school is co-educational from Kindergarten to Year 5 and is gender-segregated from Year 6 onwards at the Al Waab Campus (and Salwa Branch).

Additional learning support
The school has a Learning Support (SEN) department. It identifies four broad areas of need (speech, language and communication; cognitive/Special Educational Needs; social, emotional and mental health; sensory/physical needs) and may implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Provision includes in-class support, differentiated teaching, extended time, ICT aids, and SEN Homework Club as part of ECAs.

Country affiliation
The school follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales and is described as British-based education.

Religious affiliation
The school identifies as a Muslim institution of education, integrating Islamic values with its academic program.

School day structure
EYFS doors open at 06:40, registration at 07:00, lessons from 07:15, with the day ending at 12:00. Al Waab Primary typically starts around 07:15 and ends around 13:30. These schedules reflect phase-specific timetables published by the school.

Bus service
The school's pages do not publish detailed information about a bus service (routes, providers or schedules). For confirmation and exact arrangements, contact the campus directly at +974 40202700.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uses a formal school uniform. In 2024, Doha Academy announced a redesign of the school uniform in collaboration with Qatari designer Sheikha Zulfa bint Jassim Al Thani.

Governance and Ownership
Doha Academy is privately owned and operates as an independent day school. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Al Faleh Educational Holding Q.P.S.C., with a Board of Directors chaired by Sheikha Aisha Bint Faleh Al Thani. The Doha Academy group comprises three licensed schools: Doha Academy Al Waab, Doha Academy Salwa, and Doha International Kindergarten (DIKg).
Fees

Annual tuition at Doha Academy Al Waab Campus ranges from QAR 21,910 to QAR 43,150 for 2026/27.

Application, registration and seat-reservation fees

- Seat reservation (one‑time): QAR 2,000.
- Registration fee (one‑time, payable when place is accepted): QAR 1,500.
- Entry/assessment test (one‑time): QAR 500 for Years 1–13; no entry test fee for KG1 and KG2.

Annual tuition fees (Doha Academy — Al Waab campus) and per‑term amounts (two equal instalments)

- KG1 — Annual tuition: QAR 20,300. Per term (50%): QAR 10,150.
- KG2 — Annual tuition: QAR 20,300. Per term: QAR 10,150.
- Year 1 — Annual tuition: QAR 25,900. Per term: QAR 12,950.
- Year 2 — Annual tuition: QAR 25,900. Per term: QAR 12,950.
- Year 3 — Annual tuition: QAR 25,900. Per term: QAR 12,950.
- Year 4 — Annual tuition: QAR 25,900. Per term: QAR 12,950.
- Year 5 — Annual tuition: QAR 25,900. Per term: QAR 12,950.
- Year 6 — Annual tuition: QAR 25,900. Per term: QAR 12,950.
- Year 7 — Annual tuition: QAR 28,900. Per term: QAR 14,450.
- Year 8 — Annual tuition: QAR 28,900. Per term: QAR 14,450.
- Year 9 — Annual tuition: QAR 28,900. Per term: QAR 14,450.
- Year 10 — Annual tuition: QAR 33,300. Per term: QAR 16,650.
- Year 11 — Annual tuition: QAR 33,300. Per term: QAR 16,650.
- Year 12 — Annual tuition: QAR 39,400. Per term: QAR 19,700.
- Year 13 — Annual tuition: QAR 39,400. Per term: QAR 19,700.

Other compulsory and exam-related charges

- Book / textbook fee (annual), by year group:
- KG1: QAR 1,610. KG2: QAR 2,250. Year 1: QAR 2,580. Year 2: QAR 2,580. Year 3: QAR 2,900. Year 4: QAR 2,900. Year 5: QAR 2,900. Year 6: QAR 2,900. Year 7: QAR 3,330. Year 8: QAR 3,330. Year 9: QAR 3,330. Year 10: QAR 3,750. Year 11: QAR 3,750. Year 12: QAR 3,750. Year 13: QAR 3,750.
- IGCSE external examination fee (where applicable to relevant examination year groups): QAR 1,500 for the relevant IGCSE year groups as listed by the school.
- Remarking/correction of IGCSE, AS/A Level papers: remarking fees accepted only with prior approval from the Examinations Officer.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable in two equal instalments. First instalment due on or before 31 August. Second instalment due on or before 10 January. All invoices must be settled within 30 days of issuance. Textbook/book fees are payable with the first instalment.
- No fee can be transferred from one child to another, even within the same family. Company‑sponsored students are invoiced under the same schedule; additional company documents are required.

Boarding and transport

- Boarding: Not applicable — Doha Academy operates as a day school. School bus transport service is available.
- Transport fees (if a parent requires bus service): transport fees are charged separately where offered; amounts and service options are managed through the school's transport arrangements (transport fees may differ by campus and route).

Other costs (uniforms, incidental charges, discounts)

- Uniform: A school uniform is required and is sold through the school's official uniform shop/authorized outlets; uniform costs are charged separately from tuition and other mandatory fees.
- Other incidental costs may include extracurricular activity fees, school trips, optional external examination fees and materials not covered by the book fee; these are charged in addition to the fees listed above.
- Sibling discount: a discount on tuition is applied for multiple children from the same family (5% for the third child, 10% for the fourth child, 15% for the fifth child and any subsequent children). This discount applies to tuition only.

Refund and deduction policy

- Tuition is charged on a calendar‑day basis if a withdrawal application is received within 30 calendar days from the beginning of the term. If a withdrawal application is received after 30 calendar days from the start of the academic year (or registration, whichever is later), the full term tuition fee is payable. For withdrawal received after more than 30 calendar days from the start of the second term, the second and third term fees are non‑refundable.
- All other fees (entrance/assessment test, registration, books, remark fees, seat/reservation fee in the case of no‑show) are non‑refundable. The refund/deduction policy applies to tuition and bus fees only.

Accepted payment methods and invoicing notes

- Accepted payment methods: Visa and MasterCard, direct bank deposit, telegraphic bank transfer, online bank transfer and current‑dated cheques. For telegraphic/online transfers, include the student name and ISAMs ID number as the payment reference. Company invoices follow the same payment terms.

Notes

- The amounts above are the fee items published by the school for the Al Waab campus and are listed per year group; instalment amounts are exactly half of the published annual tuition where payments are made in the standard two instalments.
Academics

Doha Academy Al Waab Campus teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Doha Academy Al Waab offers an all-through KG–12 education based on the English National Curriculum, with Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History taught to meet Qatar's requirements. The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum and provides Cambridge International IGCSE in Year 11 and AS Level in Year 12, with GCE A levels offered in Year 13 as part of the qualification pathways. The Al Waab campus is organized into three blocks: Block A for Secondary Boys, Block B for EYFS/Primary, and Block C for Secondary Girls. The Doha Academy group holds NEASC accreditation with ACE Learning status and Qatar National Schools Accreditation for Al Waab, with ongoing QNI accreditation. Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History are incorporated as core subjects in line with MoE requirements.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care at Doha Academy Al Waab places wellbeing, belonging and security at the center of its work, embedding pastoral care across the curriculum with assemblies on friendship, leadership and anti-bullying and PSHE lessons to help students know who to talk to if they have concerns.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support is the responsibility of all teachers; the SEN department identifies four broad areas of need: speech, language and communication needs (SLCN); cognitive learning difficulties, including specific learning difficulties (SpLD); social, emotional and mental health difficulties; and sensory and/or physical needs; an Individual Education Plan (IEP) may be provided and shared with teachers and parents to guide targeted support, differentiated teaching, and reasonable accommodations.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has a large population of EAL learners and uses Cambridge Insight assessments and MidYIS data to identify language and learning needs and to set targets, guiding teachers in supporting EAL learners.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through strong pastoral care that aims to provide wellbeing, belonging and security, with health and wellbeing integrated across the curriculum and through PSHE provision and assemblies addressing wellbeing, friendships and resilience.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection align with the MoEHE Code of Ethics; staff are expected to follow this code, and the school provides MoEHE-linked safeguarding guidance for its community.
Parent Experience

History
Doha Academy opened in September 2000 as an independent, privately owned day school in Doha, following the national curriculum for England. It is supported by Al-Faleh Educational Holding and administered by a Board of Directors chaired by Sheikha Aisha Bint Faleh Al Thani. In 2014, expanding numbers led to the opening of a purpose-built Al-Waab campus to house EYFS, primary and secondary sections. Doha Academy operates across three licensed campuses—Al Waab, Salwa, and Doha International Kindergarten (DIKg)—providing KG-13 education with a British-based curriculum integrated with Islamic teachings. The school has pursued national and international accreditation, including Qatar National Schools Accreditation (QNSA) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) for its Al Waab and Salwa branches.

Community
Doha Academy maintains an active school community across its Al Waab and Salwa campuses, with events that bring together students, families, and guests. Art Matters 2024 expo opened at Doha Academy Al Waab Campus auditorium, featuring over 250 artworks by students from Year 1 to Year 12 across Al Waab and Salwa Branches, and was designed to foster engagement with parents and the wider school community. Graduation ceremonies across Al Waab, Salwa and DIKg campuses in 2024 were attended by families and included speeches, Qur'an readings and awards. National Identity-related events in 2025 included a showcase with bilingual presentations in French and English and involvement of guests and staff. Media coverage of these events underscores the school's role as a community hub.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public materials describe parent involvement through events rather than detailing a formal PTA. Examples of events include Art Matters 2024, which involved parents and the wider school community; Art Matters 2024 coverage in The Peninsula Qatar notes parent engagement. Doha Academy hosted six graduation ceremonies across its Al Waab, Salwa and Doha International Kindergarten campuses in 2024, with family attendance, speeches, Qur'an readings and awards. National Identity-related events in 2025 included bilingual student work and guest presentations, reflecting ongoing parent and community participation in school life. The school's public coverage of these events demonstrates a strong emphasis on family and community involvement in student achievement.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Al Waab campus is divided into three blocks: Block A houses the Secondary Boys section, Block B is the EYFS and Primary section, and Block C hosts the Secondary Girls section. The campus is spread over four floors and contains 160 well-furnished classrooms. The total building size is over 19,000 square metres. The campus includes three libraries, three indoor gyms, and three medical clinics with full-time nurses. There are numerous science laboratories, a large auditorium, and outside play areas. Wi-Fi extends to all teaching and learning spaces.

Sports Facilities
The campus features three indoor gyms for physical education and indoor sport. Outside play areas offer space for outdoor activities and games. The sports facilities are integrated with the campus layout to support PE classes and after-school activities. Wi-Fi extends to all spaces to support digital resources during physical education.

Academic Facilities
The school has 160 well-furnished, equipped classrooms across four floors. The total building size exceeds 19,000 square metres. There are three libraries to support reading, research, and study. Numerous science laboratories are available for practical learning. A large auditorium supports presentations and assemblies. Wi-Fi extends to all teaching and learning spaces.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Outside play areas provide spaces for outdoor activities and informal extracurricular events. A large auditorium supports performances, assemblies, and events outside regular classes. The three libraries and science laboratories provide resources for independent study and enrichment activities. Internet connectivity enables digital resources to be used during extracurricular activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides an all-through KG-12 British-based education for boys and girls at the Al Waab Campus. It follows the National Curriculum for England and emphasizes personal learning and thinking skills to develop a deep core of knowledge and curiosity.
Languages

Language Provision
The school follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Learn about the school. The school provides education from Kindergarten to Year 13, follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, and offers the IGCSE and GCE A levels. The Al Waab Campus operates as co-educational from Kindergarten to Year 5 and is gender segregated from Year 6 onwards. The admissions process is designed to assist families at every stage.

Step 2: Initiate contact. The admissions team is available to assist at every stage of the process. You can reach them to schedule a tour or ask questions about programs and requirements. The contact number is +974 4020 2709.

Step 3: Visit the school. If you would like to visit, call the office to book an appointment. Unplanned visits are not accommodated at this time. A campus visit provides an opportunity to learn about classrooms, facilities, and the curriculum.

Step 4: Transfer from another local school. If transferring from another local school, ensure all documents are signed and stamped as part of the transfer process. The admissions team will guide you through any additional steps required for enrollment.
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