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Doha Academy Salwa Branch

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 15,825 - 33,675
Ages 3 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 360
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 22
Introduction

Doha Academy Salwa Branch is a small, growing school in the Salwa/Mamoura area of Doha, Qatar, located at 691 Ibn Houd Street. The school offers a blended British-style curriculum drawing on the National Curriculum for England and Cambridge International programmes alongside required elements of the Qatar National Curriculum, and serves pupils aged 3 to 15. English is the main medium of instruction, with Arabic, Qatari History and Religion taught as part of the national curriculum and support provided for English-as-an-additional-language and Arabic-as-a-second-language learners. The campus is organised across four blocks into administrative, primary and secondary sections, with boys and girls taught in separate classrooms and areas from Year 6 upwards. Notable facilities listed by the school include two science laboratories, two libraries, two computer laboratories, WiFi throughout, interactive smart screens or Promethean projectors in every teaching room, and shaded outdoor play and recreation areas. The programme is complemented by co-curricular activities and after-school clubs.

691, Ibn Houd Street, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Doha Academy Salwa Branch has 360 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
The Doha Academy Salwa branch is located at 691 Ibn Houd Street, Mamoura, Doha, Qatar. It sits in a peaceful, green residential area in Mamoura. The campus is spread over two buildings on the site.

Stages
The Salwa campus serves Kindergarten through Year 6, with around 380 students in total.

Type
The school is co-educational for Years 1–5 and gender-segregated from Year 6 onwards.

Additional learning support
The school provides additional academic, social and emotional support if required.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is published; the curriculum blends elements of the National Curriculum for England and Wales, the Cambridge International curriculum, and the Qatar National Curriculum.

Religious affiliation
Islamic values and teachings are integrated into the school's ethos.

School day structure
Primary days begin with doors opening at 06:30 and registration at 07:00; lessons start at 07:15. Years 1–3 follow a timetable with two short breaks and finish at 13:30 (07:15–08:45; 08:45–09:10; 09:10–11:15; 11:15–11:40; 11:40–13:30). Years 4–6 follow a similar pattern but with a later first break (07:15–09:15; 09:15–09:40; 09:40–11:45; 11:45–12:10; 12:10–13:30).

Bus service
Bus service information is not published; contact the school to arrange transport. Phone: +974 44509917.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The Salwa branch is part of Doha Academy, an independent, privately owned day school. The school is supported by Al-Faleh Educational Holding Q.P.S.C. and administered by a Board of Directors chaired by Sheikha Aisha Bint Faleh Al Thani.
Fees

Annual tuition at Doha Academy Salwa Branch ranges from QAR 15,825 to QAR 33,675 for 2026/27.

*Application and admissions fees*
- Entry test fee (one-time, non-refundable): QAR 500.
- Registration fee (one-time): QAR 1,500.
- Seat reservation deposit (to secure a place): QAR 2,000.

*Tuition fees by year group (annual and per instalment)*
Note: The Salwa Branch provides places for Year 1 to Year 9. Tuition is shown below as annual amounts and as per-instalment amounts (fees are payable in two equal instalments).
- Year 1 — Annual tuition: QAR 26,460. Per instalment: QAR 13,230.
- Year 2 — Annual tuition: QAR 26,460. Per instalment: QAR 13,230.
- Year 3 — Annual tuition: QAR 26,460. Per instalment: QAR 13,230.
- Year 4 — Annual tuition: QAR 26,460. Per instalment: QAR 13,230.
- Year 5 — Annual tuition: QAR 26,460. Per instalment: QAR 13,230.
- Year 6 — Annual tuition: QAR 26,460. Per instalment: QAR 13,230.
- Year 7 — Annual tuition: QAR 30,345. Per instalment: QAR 15,172.50.
- Year 8 — Annual tuition: QAR 30,345. Per instalment: QAR 15,172.50.
- Year 9 — Annual tuition: QAR 30,345. Per instalment: QAR 15,172.50.

*Mandatory and recurring ancillary fees (by year group where specified)*
- Book / textbook fee:
- 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.
- Textbook fee is payable with the first instalment.

- Transport (annual rates; internal and external options):
- Internal transport service: QAR 5,000 per year (where used).
- External transport service: QAR 7,000 per year (where used).

- Assessment / examination administrative notes:
- For remarking or correction of IGCSE, AS/A Level papers, prior approval is required from the Examination Officer and remarking fees are non-refundable.

*Billing schedule and payment terms*
- Tuition fees for each academic year are payable in two equal instalments. The first instalment is due on or before 31 August; the second instalment is due on or before 10 January. Textbook fees are collected with the first instalment.
- Fees cannot usually be transferred from one child to another, even within the same family.

*Boarding fees*
- The Salwa Branch is a day school; boarding provision is not offered at the Salwa Branch and boarding fees are not applicable.

*Other costs and policies*
- Uniform: Students are required to adhere to the school uniform policy; uniform purchase and fittings are arranged through school channels (uniform shop / fittings are operated for the Salwa campus). Uniform costs are charged separately.
- Seat reservation and registration are charged as one-time payments (Seat reservation: QAR 2,000; Registration: QAR 1,500). These charges are required to secure a place and complete enrolment.

*Refund and non‑refund rules*
- The entry test fee (QAR 500) is non-refundable.
- Remarking fees for public examinations are non-refundable and require prior approval from the Examination Officer.
- Other specific refund conditions are governed by the school's fee and admissions policies; parents are required to complete the registration and payment steps to secure places.

*Payment options*
- Accepted payment methods include Visa and MasterCard, direct bank deposit, telegraphic bank transfer, online bank transfer, and current-dated cheques. For bank transfers, parents should include the student name and ISAMs ID as payment reference.

*Notes and important points*
- The Salwa Branch operates for Years 1–9; the fee schedule above applies to those year groups.
- The published annual tuition amounts above are billed in Qatari Riyal (QAR) and instalment amounts shown are half of the annual tuition in accordance with the two-instalment payment schedule. This per-instalment calculation follows the school's stated two-equal-instalment payment structure.
Academics

Doha Academy Salwa Branch teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 15.

Curriculum
Doha Academy Salwa Branch offers a blended curriculum that combines the English National Curriculum (NCfE), the Cambridge International framework, and the Qatar National Curriculum for students aged 5–14 (Year 1–9). English is the main medium of instruction, with Arabic, Qatar History, and Religion taught under the Qatar National Curriculum. The academic program comprises twelve subject disciplines, with an emphasis on Language & Literacy and Mathematics & Numeracy across the core. In Primary, English is delivered via the Cambridge Primary Framework; RWI Phonics is used in Early Years to Year 3; guided reading in Years 4–6; Power Maths for Mathematics; and French, ICT, and PE are taught by specialist teachers. For upper secondary, the school prepares students for Cambridge International examinations (IGCSE in Year 11) and Edexcel AS Level in Year 12; Year 13 is referenced in some materials but specific qualifications beyond AS Level are not detailed. Co-curricular activities and a reading-focused environment supplement the curriculum.

Student Teacher Ratio
No student–teacher ratio is published on the site.

Higher Education Progression
The school indicates preparation for Cambridge International and Edexcel examinations, including IGCSE (Year 11) and AS Level (Year 12).

Gifted and Talented
No specific gifted and talented programs are detailed on the site.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Doha Academy Salwa does not publicly disclose information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) provision; policies are available on request.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Doha Academy Salwa does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it is a specialist SEN institution; policies are available on request.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Doha Academy Salwa does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision; policies are available on request.

Mental Wellbeing
Doha Academy Salwa does not publicly disclose information regarding mental wellbeing provision; policies are available on request.

Safeguarding
Doha Academy Salwa does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection; policies are available on request.
Parent Experience

History
Doha Academy opened in September 2000 on the site that is now Doha Academy Salwa. The school is privately owned and administered by a Board of Directors chaired by Sheikha Aisha Bint Faleh Al Thani, who is the founder. In 2014, expanding numbers led to the opening of a purpose-built campus in Al-Waab for EYFS, primary, and secondary education. Doha Academy Salwa forms part of a group that offers a blended curriculum combining the National Curriculum for England, the Cambridge International curriculum, and the Qatar National curriculum. Salwa and Waab campuses have earned Qatar National Schools Accreditation (QNSA) since 2022, and NEASC full accreditation was achieved in November 2022.

Community
Doha Academy Salwa is a small, welcoming school in Mamoura with a positive, vibrant atmosphere. The campus is organized into four blocks with administrative, primary and secondary sections, and from Year 6 upward girls and boys are in separate classrooms and spaces; the school uses a blended curriculum with English as the main medium of instruction. It offers co-curricular activities and after-school clubs to broaden learning opportunities. Community events have included Garangao celebrations as CSR initiatives and World Autism Awareness Day in 2023, along with National Identity-focused events and student achievement ceremonies in recent years.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal PTA is not publicly documented on the Doha Academy Salwa site. A Parents – Portal exists for parent–teacher communication via the iSAMS system. No public list of PTA committees, meetings, or PTA-led activities is visible on the site. The school publishes calendars and news about events and student achievements that sometimes involve parent participation. Community initiatives and cultural events organized by the Al-Faleh Educational Holding group—such as Quran competitions and national identity shows—also shape family engagement. For definitive details about PTA opportunities, contact Doha Academy Salwa directly via the campus contact details.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Doha Academy Salwa Branch operates across four buildings with separate spaces for boys and girls from Year 6 onwards. The academic facilities include two science laboratories, two well-stocked libraries, and two computer labs. WiFi is available throughout the campus, and every teaching room features interactive smart screens or promethium interactive projectors. There are ample outside shaded play and recreation areas for breaks and outdoor learning. The campus supports a technology-enabled learning environment and offers co-curricular activities and after-school clubs.

Academic Facilities
Two science laboratories; two well-stocked libraries; two computer labs; WiFi throughout the campus; interactive smart screens in every teaching room; promethium interactive projectors in classrooms.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a range of co-curricular activities and after-school clubs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a blended curriculum combining the National Curriculum for England, the Cambridge International curriculum, and the Qatar National curriculum. English is the main language of instruction, with Arabic, Qatar History, and Religion taught as part of the Qatar National curriculum. The Salwa campus serves Year 1 through Year 9 (ages 5–14). The school prepares students for Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE at Year 11) and AS Level at Year 12.

Cultural & Language
English is the main medium of instruction, and Arabic, Qatar History, and Religion are taught as Qatar National Curriculum subjects. The campus supports reading and language development with enhanced libraries and e-reading resources.

Social & Hobbies
Co-curricular activities and after-school clubs are offered to broaden learning opportunities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Facilities include two science laboratories, two well-stocked libraries, two computer labs, and ample outdoor shaded play and recreation areas, with technology-enhanced classrooms.
Languages

Language Provision
The school uses English as the main medium of instruction, with Arabic, Qatar History, and Religion taught under the Qatar National Curriculum. The school recognises the needs of English as a second language learners and provides support for Arabic as a second language. The curriculum is a blended program combining the National Curriculum for England, Cambridge International curriculum, and the Qatar National curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Determine eligibility and program fit: Doha Academy Salwa offers education from Year 1 to Year 9. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales. From Year 1 to Year 5 the school is co-educational; from Year 6 onwards, classes are gender segregated. 2. Contact the admissions team to obtain information or arrange a tour: the admissions team aims to assist at every stage of the Admissions process, and you can call +974 44143704 or schedule a tour. Unplanned visits are not accommodated. 3. Initiate the visit or submit applications: book an appointment to visit; an "Enroll Now" option is available to begin the enrollment process. 4. Transfer documents: if you are transferring from another local school, ensure all documents are signed and stamped. 5. Finalize enrollment: follow the instructions provided by the Admissions team to complete enrollment; the team is available to answer questions at any stage.
School Events
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