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Durham School for Girls Doha

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 46,200 - 60,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1200
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 24
Introduction

Durham School for Girls, Doha is an all‑girls British curriculum school in Doha, Qatar, offering education from Early Years (age 3) through Year 13 (age 18). The school delivers the British curriculum aligned with the Qatari Ministry of Education, progressing pupils through Early Years, primary and secondary stages to IGCSE examinations and bespoke AS/A‑Level pathways; students may take Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel qualifications. Instruction is delivered through a British‑based programme in English, with Arabic taught and Islamic studies and Qatari cultural content integrated across the curriculum. The purpose‑built campus includes science laboratories, art and drama studios, a swimming pool, a football pitch and prayer rooms. Durham is accredited by British Schools Overseas, Qatar National School Accreditation and British Schools of the Middle East and is part of the International Schools Partnership; its programme emphasises an all‑girls learning environment, a house system, mentoring, daily prayer and reflection, and careers and university guidance.

Ahmed Bin Majid St, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Durham School for Girls Doha has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Durham School for Girls, Doha is located on a purpose-built campus in the Al Messila district of Doha. The address is Building No 81, Street 970, Zone 36, Al Messila, Doha, Qatar. It is near Al Rayyan Road and Jassim Bin Hamad Street, with Al Messila Metro Station on the Green Line within easy walking distance and Metrolink buses M207/M208 and public routes T606/T607 available nearby.

Stages
The school offers education from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to Key Stage 5 (Years 12 and 13). EYFS covers ages 3–5, Primary 5–11, Secondary 11–16, and Years 12–13 comprise the Sixth Form (ages 16–18).

Type
Durham School for Girls Doha is a single-sex, all-girls school. It operates on a campus that serves girls across the full age range from early years through sixth form.

Additional learning support
Individualised support is provided, including a Learning Support Center on campus. The school emphasises inclusive practice and anti-discriminatory policies to support pupils with diverse learning needs.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation; the school is a British-curriculum independent school operating in Qatar.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation; daily prayers and Islamic values are integrated into school life and the curriculum.

School day structure
School timings are published by level: EYFS runs from 7:15am to 12:00pm, Primary from 7:15am to 1:45pm, and Secondary from 7:15am to 2:00pm.

Bus service
There is no school-provided bus service. Public transport options are available nearby, including walking distance to Al Messila Metro Station (Green Line) and nearby Metrolink bus services M207/M208 or public routes such as T606 and T607.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is worn to school every day and is compulsory. Pupils wear a full uniform. The official uniform supplier is Spot Uniform.

Food Options
The canteen provides healthy hot lunches with flexible payment options. The school also has two grab-and-go stations for quick snacks and meals, plus a coffee shop for light bites and refreshments. Fitlicious Catering provides hot and cold meal options; parents can pre-order meals online or students may bring a packed lunch; older girls can use the Grab and Go facility while primary students eat in the canteen.

House System
Girls enter a house on arrival and remain in their house throughout their time at the school. The house system includes buddy mentoring and termly House competitions across arts, sports, cooking and drama. Durham Merits are awarded in upper KS2 and KS3 for individual achievements.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network. Durham School for Girls Doha joined ISP in January 2025, confirming ISP governance affiliation. The school's ISP affiliation is highlighted on its site and in ISP announcements.
Fees

Annual tuition at Durham School for Girls Doha ranges from QAR 46,200 to QAR 60,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Admissions fees

- Interview and assessment fee: QAR 500 (one-time; not applicable to EYFS1 and EYFS2).
- Booking / seat-reservation fee (deductible from tuition): QAR 2,000 (due on the seat-reservation date shown in the fee schedule).
- Registration fee (one-time): QAR 2,500.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and instalment breakdown)

- Early Years (EYFS1 – EYFS2; ages 3–5):
- Annual tuition: QAR 46,200.
- Seat reservation / booking fee: QAR 2,000 (due as stated in the fee schedule).
- First instalment (due end of September): QAR 21,100.
- Second instalment (due end of January): QAR 23,100.
- Registration (one-time): QAR 2,500.

- Primary (Year 1 – Year 6; ages 5–11):
- Annual tuition: QAR 46,200.
- Seat reservation / booking fee: QAR 2,000.
- First instalment (due end of September): QAR 21,100.
- Second instalment (due end of January): QAR 23,100.
- Registration (one-time): QAR 2,500.

- Lower Secondary (Year 7 – Year 10; ages 11–16):
- Annual tuition: QAR 51,975.
- Seat reservation / booking fee: QAR 2,000.
- First instalment (due end of September): QAR 23,975.
- Second instalment (due end of January): QAR 26,000.
- Registration (one-time): QAR 2,500.

- Upper Secondary / Sixth Form (Year 11 – Year 13; ages 16–18):
- Annual tuition: QAR 60,000.
- Seat reservation / booking fee: QAR 2,000.
- First instalment (due end of September): QAR 28,000.
- Second instalment (due end of January): QAR 30,000.
- Registration (one-time): QAR 2,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The published fee schedule shows a seat-reservation (booking) payment due on the date shown for seat reservation (example: listed as due April 2026 for the academic-year information). The remainder of the annual tuition is split into two instalments: first instalment due at the end of September and second instalment due at the end of January. Specific instalment amounts are shown above by year group.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed as part of the fees schedule; no boarding-fee band is published. The school operates as a day school (no boarding fees published).

Other costs and optional fees

- Assessment / interview: QAR 500 (one-time for applicable year groups).
- Registration (one-time): QAR 2,500.
- Booking / seat-reservation: QAR 2,000 (deducted from tuition).
- Canteen / school lunch: canteen service is available; costs are charged separately and payment options for canteen are provided. No single canteen price is published in the fee schedule.
- Extra-curricular activities: extra-curricular programmes are offered and incur additional charges where applicable; specific activity fees are not listed in the published fee schedule.
- Uniform: uniforms are required and supplied via the named supplier (Spot Uniform); uniform costs are not listed in the school fee schedule.
- Education support / private support (optional): listed in the fee schedule at QAR 100 per hour where applicable.

Refund information and non-refundable payments

- Assessment, registration and deposit/booking-type fees are indicated as non-refundable in the school's admissions notes and fee information. Parents should note those initial administrative payments are not refundable. The school's admissions information also sets out conditions for returning pupils and readmission guarantees.
- The admissions information includes an option to guarantee readmission following an extended absence by paying a holding fee; the published holding fee for guaranteeing readmission after a year away is QAR 5,000 per term.

Fee payment options

- Electronic payment via the school payment portal is supported; the portal allows credit and debit card payments and issues an invoice by email automatically when payment is successful.
- The school accepts MOEHE vouchers and company payments as forms of payment as published in the school's FAQ.

Notes

- Annual tuition figures and the optional/extra charges above are published in the schools official fee schedule for the 2025/2026 academic year. Instalment amounts listed above show the split used in the published schedule. Parents should plan for the one-time administrative fees at enrolment (assessment, registration and booking / seat reservation) in addition to the annual tuition.
Academics

Durham School for Girls Doha teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Durham School for Girls, Doha offers a British curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13), with Arabic language study and Islamic studies integrated and daily prayers part of school life. The school uses Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs and Cambridge examinations, and Year 12–13 paths include AS Levels and A-Levels aligned to MOEHE requirements and university entry needs. In Key Stage 3, the curriculum includes English Language/Literature, Maths, General Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Arabic, Islamic Studies, Qatari History, Geography, History, Computer Science and ICT, Drama, Music, Art and Design, Spanish, Physical Education and Personal, Social and Health Education. In Key Stage 5, girls follow bespoke A Level pathways with subjects such as English, Maths, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Business, Art and Design, Geography, History and Travel and Tourism; AS levels are offered in some subjects depending on demand. The curriculum blends Islamic values and Qatari culture with the British framework, including daily prayer and emphasis on Arabic language and national celebrations. Durham is accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO) and Qatar National School Accreditation (QNSA) and serves as an examination centre for Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge qualifications.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports SEL through a values-led framework called M.A.R.K (Moral Integrity, Ambition, Responsibility and Kindness), which guides girls to grow with confidence, integrity and purpose. The House system and buddy mentoring foster friendship, support and a sense of belonging across year groups. Daily prayer and reflection provide calm and focus as part of school life. Mentoring, career advice and university guidance help students plan their futures with confidence. The Learning.First™ approach foregrounds emotional, moral and spiritual strength, and Wellbeing is integrated into self-leadership and broader learning goals. The safeguarding framework also ensures dedicated pastoral care, counselling and wellbeing services are available to students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Durham School for Girls Doha provides in-house support through a Learning Support Center and an inclusion ethos. The school states a commitment to equal inclusion for all pupils and to providing additional support for those with different learning needs. An on-site Learning Support Center is listed among the school's facilities, indicating a structured in-school support offer. English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision is part of admissions policy for students lacking English proficiency. The school notes that it is not described as a specialist SEN institution, but it offers in-school learning support and EAL to meet diverse needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support as part of its admissions policy. Pupils with no prior knowledge of English may be admitted to Nursery and Reception without initial language support, while Years 1–2 require agreed EAL provision (parents may incur costs). For older year groups, pupils with little or no English are expected to participate in an EAL programme as recommended by the school. The school's multilingual context includes English and Arabic as core languages of instruction and communication. In practice, EAL is integrated with learning support rather than described as a separate standalone programme across all year groups.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a formal part of the school's learning approach, with Wellbeing listed as a key component of Self-leadership within Learning.First. Emotional and social skills are developed through mentoring, a buddy system and counselling services as part of the school's pastoral offering. Daily prayer and reflection support students' emotional focus and sense of calm. The school emphasises balance of mental, emotional and physical health as part of its self-leadership framework. Safeguarding provisions also ensure access to pastoral care and counselling for pupils.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is central to the school's operation, with a dedicated safeguarding team including a Whole School Executive Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and DSLs for Primary and Secondary. The school outlines clear safeguarding procedures, staff training, and visitor management, along with secure premises and robust policies accessible to staff, families and students. Students have access to pastoral care, counselling and wellbeing services, and online safety is addressed through policies and education. Health and safety measures include regular risk assessments, drills and clear reporting systems. The school is part of ISP and maintains safeguarding and child protection standards consistent with international expectations.
Parent Experience

History
Durham School for Girls Doha opened in 2019 as the first international sister school of Durham School UK. The first cohort joined in August 2019, and the official opening took place in October 2019 at Al Messila Resort and Spa, with the Minister of Education in attendance. Vanessa Whay served as the founding principal. The campus is purpose-built and located in Al Messila, Doha, delivering a British curriculum from Early Years to A Levels. The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network, linking it to a global learning community.

Community
Durham School for Girls Doha presents an all-girls community anchored in Qatari culture and Islamic values, with English and Arabic guiding global engagement. The House system and buddy mentoring connect students across year groups to foster friendships and leadership. The Majlis on campus provides a space to discuss ideas, share culture and strengthen community bonds. The school supports a broad range of clubs and leadership opportunities, including Head Girls, Deputy Head Girls, Prefects and a School Council, which are active parts of school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Durham School for Girls Doha maintains an active Parent–Teacher Association that supports student learning through ongoing dialogue with staff. A dedicated PTA Consultation Day brings parents together with teachers to discuss progress, celebrate achievements and plan how to support pupils' development. The school emphasizes home–school partnership and communicates with families via an ISAMS-based Parent Portal that provides attendance, grades, newsletters and trip approvals. Community-facing events involving families include Pink Day for Cancer Awareness Month and World Space Week, which feature student performances and fundraising activities. The school notes that parent input and partnership strengthen the community and support student confidence for life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is purpose-built in Al Messila, Doha. It has bright classrooms and fully equipped spaces for science, technology, arts and drama, plus dedicated spaces for collaboration and wellbeing. It includes science laboratories, a cooking kitchen, a music room, a canteen, a swimming pool, a playground, the Majlis and a Black Box theatre, a football pitch and a textiles classroom. An Early Years Foundation Stage centre offers indoor and outdoor learning spaces for the youngest pupils. The school maintains safeguarding standards to support student wellbeing.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include a gymnasium, a large sports hall, outdoor sports courts and a football pitch, and a swimming pool. The campus supports physical education and school sport across years.

Academic Facilities
Six science laboratories are available for Biology, Physics and Chemistry. The campus includes ICT rooms, art rooms, textiles and fashion classrooms, a cooking kitchen and a music room. A Black Box drama room supports performing arts, and Primary and Secondary Libraries support study and research. The EYFS centre provides dedicated spaces for early years learning, with indoor and outdoor areas. A Learning Support Center provides additional academic support.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Drama and performing arts take place in the Black Box theatre and related spaces. Music rooms support rehearsals and music-making. Textiles and fashion classrooms enable design and craft projects. The cooking kitchen supports culinary activities as part of co-curricular programs. Swimming, PE and other sports occur on the swimming pool, football pitch and outdoor courts; the Majlis and canteen spaces host gatherings and cultural events.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school follows a British curriculum from Early Years through Year 13. In the Secondary School, students prepare for IGCSE examinations, and Year 12–13 offers AS Levels and A Levels as required. The school is accredited by British Schools Overseas (BSO), Qatar National School Accreditation (QNSA) and British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), and examinations are offered through Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge International. Mentoring, career advice and university guidance support girls to plan their futures, and the school is part of the International Schools Partnership network to develop confidence for life.

Arts & Creative
The campus includes a drama studio and a Black Box theatre, with dedicated art studios and textiles classrooms. Music rooms support instrument practice and performance, and spaces are available for creative work and exhibitions.

Cultural & Language
English and Arabic prepare girls to connect globally while deepening pride in their heritage. Daily prayer is part of school life. The school is guided by Islamic values and Qatari culture.

Social & Hobbies
The House system and buddy mentoring build friendship and support across ages. Durham offers over 30 extra-curricular activities, including art, debate, academic support and sports.

Leadership & Professional
Head Girls, Prefects and School Council take on responsibilities and develop leadership. Mentoring, career advice and university guidance support girls to plan their futures.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Daily prayer and reflection are part of school life. A safeguarding policy maintains high safeguarding standards to protect students. Facilities such as a swimming pool, football pitch, canteen and prayer rooms support wellbeing. The campus is located in Al Messila, Doha, at Building 81, Street 970, Zone 36.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction and Arabic is taught as a core language; multilingualism includes English and Arabic to prepare girls to connect globally while deepening pride in heritage. Arabic language and Islamic Studies are taught in line with MOE guidelines to support Qatar's cultural and religious education. The British curriculum is embedded in line with the MOE curriculum, with IGCSEs offered and AS Levels in Year 12 and 13 for bespoke pathways.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial enquiry: Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the enquiry form. The Admissions Team provides guidance throughout the process and is available to answer questions about entry requirements and next steps. You will receive information about the next steps and important dates. This initial contact helps you understand how Durham School for Girls, Doha can fit your daughter's education.

2. School tour: Experience our campus firsthand by booking a guided tour. Tours are offered once a week, and you will meet our senior leadership team. The tour provides insight into our nurturing all-girls environment and the school's values.

3. Application submission: Submit your application online or complete a manual form. The process is simple and convenient, and you can choose the option that suits you best.

4. Assessment: The assessment is scheduled within 7 to 10 days of submitting the application to understand your daughter's strengths and learning journey.

5. Offer: You will receive assessment results within 48 hours, keeping you informed of next steps.

6. Enrolment: The Admissions Team will guide you through the registration and enrolment process, making it smooth and straightforward as your daughter prepares to join.

7. Welcome: Once enrolled, your daughter joins a safe, all-female environment where she can grow academically and personally. The campus is located at Building No 81, Street 970, Zone 36, Al Messila, Doha, Qatar.
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