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Doha College has 2,750 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
Doha College is located in Al Wajba, near Education City in Doha. The brand-new, purpose-built campus is easily accessible via the new expressways and has abundant parking with a multi-entry drop-off/pick-up system. The official postal address is PO Box 7506, Al Niser Street, Doha, Qatar.
Stages
Doha College is structured into Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form. EYFS covers ages 3–5 (FS1–FS2); Primary serves about ages 3–11 (Years 1–6); Secondary covers Years 7–11 (ages 11–16); and Sixth Form encompasses Years 12–13 (ages 16–18).
Type
Doha College is a co-educational day school that operates on a British curriculum. It is not-for-profit. The school follows the National Curriculum for England.
Pupil Nationality Mix
86 nationalities are represented on campus. The school notes that almost all pupils come from outside Qatar, with official breakdowns of local versus international ratios not published; third-party sources have historically cited a large British presence among the international student body.
Additional learning support
Doha College provides learning support and inclusion for Additional Learning Needs. In 2025, a Sensory Room was opened to support emotional, behavioural, and sensory needs across Primary and Secondary, alongside a Learning Support team dedicated to inclusion.
Country affiliation
The school follows the British National Curriculum and operates as a British international school in Qatar; it is not affiliated with a single country's education system.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not stated; Doha College is presented as a secular, diverse international community.
School day structure
The school week runs Sunday to Thursday. The day starts around 7:15–7:30 for Primary and around 7:20–7:30 for Secondary, with the formal day typically ending at about 1:55 pm. After-school CCAs extend learning into the late afternoon.
Bus service
Doha College offers a bus service with features including first-aid trained drivers, safeguarding-trained staff, GPS tracking, and a dedicated in-house bus coordinator. The service is provided via the school's Bus Service program and includes options for termly discounts and sibling discounts.
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Fees
Annual tuition at Doha College ranges from QAR 47,192 to QAR 79,841 for 2026/27.
Application and Joining Fees - Registration fee: QAR 3,650 (one-off, non-refundable). - Stationery deposit: QAR 1,000 (one-off; refundable on leaving provided conditions are met). - Seat booking fee: QAR 2,000 (non-refundable; due on acceptance of an offer and fully offset against the Autumn term's fees for that academic year). Payment of the Registration and Seat Booking fees confirms acceptance of a place.
Tuition fees (per term) — Primary (Academic year 2025–2026) - FS1 and FS2 (Early Years): QAR 13,064 per term. - Year 1 to Year 6: QAR 13,717 per term.
Tuition fees (per term) — Secondary (Academic year 2025–2026) - Year 7 to Year 11: QAR 23,379 per term. - Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13): QAR 24,947 per term.
Capital charge (annual) - FS1 to Year 6: QAR 8,000 per student per academic year (payable with the first term's fees). - Year 7 to Year 11: QAR 5,000 per student per academic year (payable with the first term's fees). - Years 12 and 13 (Sixth Form): QAR 5,000 per student per academic year (payable with the first term's fees).
Billing schedule and payment terms - The academic year is divided into three terms. Tuition fees are invoiced per term and are payable on or before the first day of each term. - The Registration and Seat Booking fees are due on acceptance of a place; upon receipt an invoice is issued for the remaining tuition fees and the capital charge, which are payable before the student's first day of attendance. - The Seat Booking Fee is fully offset against the Autumn term's fees for that academic year or the final term of attendance for a leaving student (subject to written notice and fee regulations).
Boarding - Boarding is not provided; Doha College operates as a day school (no boarding fees apply).
Other costs and optional charges - External examination fees (applicable to Years 10–13) are additional to the quoted tuition fees. - Supplementary charges may be invoiced separately for specific services and activities, including but not limited to certain school trips and visits, optional instrumental tuition, the shuttle bus service, iPads or device provision, and specialist learning support where required. These are charged in addition to tuition and appear as separate invoices. - Incidental costs such as breakages, loss or damage to school property, and materials for certain practical classes are charged separately as needed. Tuition fees include standard exercise books, recommended stationery and loan of standard textbooks.
Refunds and deposit handling - Registration charges and Seat Booking fees are non-refundable once paid. - The Stationery Deposit is refundable when a student leaves, subject to all school property being returned and meeting the school's conditions for refund. - A Refundable Deposit policy applies only to students who started prior to August 2018; that refundable deposit (where applicable) is returned on leaving subject to conditions.
Fee payment options - Accepted methods include bank transfer and cheque. The school indicates these as the payment methods accepted for tuition invoices. Credit card payments are not listed as an accepted tuition payment method.
Notes on invoicing and additional policy items - The Capital Charge is non-refundable and is collected annually to assist in maintaining facilities; it is payable with the first term's fees or the term in which the student joins. - External exam fees, optional activities, and any bespoke services are invoiced separately and are not included in the standard term tuition or capital charge.
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Academics
Doha College teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Doha College is a not-for-profit British international school in Doha, educating pupils from age 3 to 18. The Primary curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England for ages 3–11 (EYFS to Year 6), using an Interdisciplinary Learning approach in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with Arabic taught from Year 1 and French introduced in later years. The EYFS programme (FS1–FS2) uses a play‑based approach across seven areas of development and includes the Flying Start programme for FS1. The Secondary curriculum (Years 7–13) follows the National Curriculum for England, with Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) offering a broad range of core and foundation subjects; Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) delivering GCSE/IGCSE examinations with a wide choice of options; and Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13) leading to GCE AS/A Levels or Applied A Levels. In the 6th Form, students can choose from over 25 AS/A Level options across subjects including Arabic, Biology, Chemistry, English, French, Mathematics, Geography, History, Psychology, Sociology, and more, with enrichment opportunities such as an EPQ.
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Doha College is selective; admission depends on the applicant's age and on places being available. The school uses criteria that vary by age group and admission is not first-come-first-served. Applicants participate in an entrance assessment to understand each student's strengths. Successful applicants may secure an open place or be added to the waiting list. 2. Applications are submitted online; for a September intake, the process typically commences in November of the preceding year. The admissions schedule provides details on key dates and supports mid-year starters based on availability for most year groups. 3. The entrance assessment is conducted onsite at Doha College; EYFS assessments take about 30 minutes, Year 1 assessments about 20 minutes, and there is a QR 200 assessment cost for EYFS/Year 1. 4. Waiting lists are rank-ordered based on academic ability as determined by the entrance assessment, examination results, previous school reports, and an academic and character reference. 5. Admission to Years 12 and 13 requires meeting minimum entry requirements at GCSE and/or A-Level (five grade C's/5 or higher with B's/6 in the chosen subjects), availability of places, and a satisfactory interview, as well as academic and behaviour references. 6. In some circumstances, learners with learning support requirements may be admitted, subject to discussion with the school before confirmation of a place.
Waitlist
Waiting lists are rank-ordered by academic ability as determined by the entrance assessment, examination results, previous school reports, and an academic and character reference. Waiting lists apply to all year groups when places are not immediately available.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Doha College follow?
Doha College is a not-for-profit British international school in Doha, educating pupils from age 3 to 18. The Primary curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England for ages 3–11 (EYFS to Year 6), using an Interdisciplinary Learning approach in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with Arabic taught...
Where is Doha College located?
Doha College is situated on Al Niser Street in Al Wajba, near Education City Golf Club. The campus is accessible from all areas of Doha.
What age range does the school serve?
Doha College serves students from age 3 to 18, covering The school has EYFS (ages 3-4), Primary (ages 5-10), Secondary (ages 11-15), and Sixth Form (ages 16-17) divisions..
How many students attend Doha College?
Approximately 2750 students are enrolled at Doha College.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from PHP 47,192 to PHP 79,841 depending on year group.
Is Doha College religiously affiliated?
Doha College has no stated religious affiliation.
Is the school co-educational?
Doha College is co-educational.
When was Doha College founded?
Doha College was founded in 1980. Doha College was founded in 1980 and has grown to serve over 2,700 students from 83 nationalities, making it one of the established British schools in Qatar.
What languages are taught at the school?
English is the language of instruction. The Primary curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England, with Arabic taught from Year 1 and French introduced in Year 3. In Secondary, English remains a core subject and Arabic, French, and Spanish are offered as modern foreign languages; languages
What facilities does the school offer?
Doha College's Al Wajba campus is a 90,000 square metre, purpose-built British international school that opened in 2020. It provides dedicated primary and secondary zones to support appropriate learning environments across key stages. The campus houses science laboratories, a performing arts auditor
Does Doha College offer special educational needs support?
Doha College uses a whole-school inclusive approach, with pupils identified as having SEND being fully integrated into mainstream classes where practicable. SEND is defined as needs in four main areas: communication and interaction; cognition and learning; social, emotional and mental health; and se...
What is the admissions process?
1. Doha College is selective; admission depends on the applicant's age and on places being available. The school uses criteria that vary by age group and admission is not first-come-first-served. Applicants participate in an entrance assessment to understand each student's strengths. Successful appl
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Doha College Model United Nations (DCMUN) provides academic enrichment through debate and international affairs simulation.
Does Doha College offer a bus service?
Doha College offers a bus service with features including first-aid trained drivers, safeguarding-trained staff, GPS tracking, and a dedicated in-house bus coordinator. The service is provided via the
What accreditations does Doha College hold?
The school holds accreditation and affiliations with AoBSO (Association of British Schools Overseas); British International School Awards 2017; British Schools in the Middle East (BSME); British Schools Overseas Inspection (BSOI); COBIS training school; Council of British International Schools (COBI