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Newton British Academy Al Dafna

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 25,633 - 41,556
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 24
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 24
Introduction

Newton British Academy Al Dafna is a private international primary school in Al Dafna, Doha, offering a British-style education from Foundation One to Year Six (ages 3–11). The school follows the English National Curriculum adapted for Qatar, with Early Years provision (F1–F2), Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 programmes. Instruction is delivered in English, with the school using EAL strategies to support learners; the curriculum also includes the three compulsory Qatari subjects (Arabic, Qatar History and Islamic Studies). Published materials and inspection reports describe the campus as well equipped: classrooms with interactive whiteboards, an ICT suite, a fully stocked library, a science laboratory/art room, two air‑conditioned sports halls, a full‑size basketball/utility court and shaded outdoor areas; pupil devices such as classroom computers and iPads are noted. Distinctive elements recorded on the school site include embedded programmes in Philosophy for Children (P4C) and Character Education alongside the school's focus on 21st‑century skills and moral development.

Al Adaid St, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Newton British Academy Al Dafna has 24 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Newton British Academy – Al Dafna is in Doha, Qatar, in the Al Dafna district. The campus address is Building 16, Al Adaid Street, Al Dafna, Doha, Qatar. It sits in a central Doha area that hosts an international community of families and expatriates.

Stages
The school offers the Early Years Foundation Stage (Foundation One and Foundation Two) and Primary (Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2) through Year Six, a structured eight-year programme. Foundation One and Foundation Two correspond to UK Nursery and Reception; Year 1–6 cover KS1 and KS2 under the English National Curriculum.

Type
The Newton British Academy Al Dafna is a co-educational private international school. It serves mixed-gender intake and has no boarding facilities listed; it operates as a day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school hosts an international student body with representation from more than 60 nationalities. The most common nationalities are not publicly published; the Newton Group describes NBA Al Dafna as an international community of learners.

Additional learning support
The Newton Group publishes a SEN policy outlining identification and support for learners with additional needs, reflecting a commitment to inclusive practice. The group also provides safeguarding materials and related policies for pupils.

Country affiliation
The school is British-curriculum aligned, following the English National Curriculum and positioning the campus as a British overseas school. It is part of The Newton Group of Schools, with accreditation and affiliations associated with British and international education standards.

Religious affiliation
There is no explicit religious affiliation noted for the school; the institution operates with a secular, British-curriculum framework.

School day structure
The school week runs Sunday to Thursday. EYFS classes operate 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Primary classes run 7:00 a.m. to 1:40 p.m.; office hours are 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday, and until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.

Bus service
The NBA Al Dafna Bus Policy exists to govern the school bus service, including routes and arrangements. Details are published in the bus policy documents, and families can contact the admissions team for route-specific information.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is compulsory for all pupils and items are available through the Newton uniform shop (uniform.newtonschools.qa). Daily wear comprises white tops and navy bottoms; KG girls wear a tartan pinafore, while older pupils may wear navy skirts or navy trousers, with PE kit including a white polo shirt and navy shorts or track pants.

House System
The Newton Group uses a four-house system. In Years 3-6, four Student Council representatives are elected, one from each house, to sit on the School Council.

Governance and Ownership
NBA Al Dafna is part of The Newton Group of Schools, a private international group of schools. Governance is provided by the founders, the CEO, and a Board of Directors.
Fees

Annual tuition at Newton British Academy Al Dafna ranges from QAR 25,633 to QAR 41,556 for 2026/27.

Overview

Newton British Academy Al Dafna operates on a three-term academic year. Tuition fees are payable in advance, prior to the start of each term.

Application and entry fees

- Entrance Test Fee: QAR 204 (non-refundable).
- Registration Fee: QAR 2,550 (once-only, non-refundable).
- Seat Reservation: QAR 2,000 (paid to secure the place; amount is deducted from Term 1 fees).

Tuition fees by year group (Academic Year 2025–2026)

- Foundation Stage 1:
- Annual tuition fee: QAR 24,633.
- Annual resources fee: QAR 1,000.
- Total fees per year: QAR 25,633.
- Total fees per term: QAR 8,544.

- Foundation Stage 2:
- Annual tuition fee: QAR 32,130.
- Annual resources fee: QAR 1,000.
- Total fees per year: QAR 33,130.
- Total fees per term: QAR 11,043.

- Years 1–6:
- Annual tuition fee: QAR 38,556.
- Annual resources fee: QAR 3,000.
- Total fees per year: QAR 41,556.
- Total fees per term: QAR 13,852.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year is divided into three terms; fees for each term must be paid in advance before the term begins.
- If a student is admitted in the first half of a term, a full term's fees are charged. If admitted in the second half of a term, half-term fees are charged.
- The QAR 2,000 seat reservation payment is deducted from the Term 1 invoice once a place is accepted.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed for this campus.

Other costs and fees

- Annual resources fees are shown above and are part of the total annual fee.
- School excursions, bus transportation and school uniforms are not included in the tuition and are charged separately. Uniform purchases are processed through the school's uniform service.
- Point-of-sale or accounts-office payments and any optional services (transport, excursions, uniform) will incur separate charges as applicable.

Refund information and withdrawal policy

- The Entrance Test Fee and the Registration Fee are non-refundable. The seat reservation amount is applied to Term 1 fees when accepting a place.
- Timely written notification is required for student withdrawal; administration must be contacted to complete the formal withdrawal procedure.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Online payment gateway for school fees, registration, entrance exam and other fees.
- Point of Sale (POS): direct payment at the accounts office.
- Deposit/Bank transfer to the school bank account; parents should provide a copy of the transfer to accounts and state the invoice number and student name as reference. Bank details provided by the school are:
- Bank Name: Qatar National Bank.
- IBAN: QA87 QNBA 0000 0000 0252 0352 1800 2.
- SWIFT Code (for payments from outside Qatar): QNBAQAQAXXX.
- Beneficiary Name: Newton British Academy.

(Amounts are shown in Qatari Riyal, QAR.)
Academics

Newton British Academy Al Dafna teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
Newton British Academy, Al Dafna follows the English National Curriculum, adapted for Doha, offering a British education from Foundation Stage through Year 6 as a primary programme. The EYFS comprises Foundation One and Foundation Two, with Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6). The curriculum combines English National subjects with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History to provide a well-rounded education and to reflect local context. It emphasizes 21st Century Skills and values within the National Curriculum framework. In the Newton Group's secondary provision linked to NBA Al Dafna, Key Stage 3–5 follows the English National Curriculum, with IGCSE in Key Stage 4 and A Levels in Key Stage 5.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The NBA Al Dafna campus supports Social and Emotional Learning through a pastoral care framework and student-facing structures such as a Student Council and the P4C program, complemented by wellbeing-focused events including World Mental Health Awareness Day.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
There is no public information on provision for English as an Additional Language (EAL) on NBA Al Dafna's policies page.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through events such as World Mental Health Awareness Day and a generally supportive campus environment described as a 'supportive community' at NBA Al Dafna.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported by a dedicated framework including the NBA Al Dafna Safeguarding Leaflet 2025-2026 and policies on attendance, anti-bullying, and behaviour.
Parent Experience

History
Newton British Academy Al Dafna was established in 2018 as a private international school delivering an enhanced British education in a nurturing primary setting. It welcomes children from age three and provides a structured eight-year programme from Foundation One through to Year Six. The Early Years and Foundation Stage comprises Foundation One and Foundation Two, corresponding to the UK Nursery and Reception years, with learning focused on play, creativity, and discovery. From Foundation Stage onward, students progress through Key Stage One (Years 1–2) and Key Stage Two (Years 3–6) following the National Curriculum of England.

Community
NBA Al Dafna fosters an international community of learners in a supportive campus environment, with a focus on sport programmes and accessible, engaging learning. The Life at NBA Al Dafna Campus section highlights a supportive community and sport programmes as core features of daily life. A calendar of events includes activities such as P4C advanced training, World Mental Health Awareness Day events for Foundation One and Foundation Two, and a Year 5 school trip titled Out Of This World. World Mental Health Day 2025 is listed among the events.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
NBA Al Dafna has an active PTA which meets regularly to consider the needs of the school and how we can work in partnership for the benefit of the children. PTA meetings may take the form of a general meeting in which matters of interest are discussed and any areas of concern addressed. We also have regular coffee mornings which include classroom visits during which parents may observe a lesson in their children's classes. Our PTA Committee has been in place for 3 years and enthusiastically engages with parents and school management. The committee has actively planned the annual school fair and coordinated various social responsibility activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Newton British Academy Al Dafna is described as a well-equipped school with resources and facilities to support students academically, socially, and personally. The school comprises 29 classes with approximately 24 students per class.

Sports Facilities
Life at NBA Al Dafna Campus includes sport programmes as part of the student experience.

Academic Facilities
The school follows the British curriculum for Foundation One through Year Six. The school comprises 29 classes with about 24 students in each class, and teaching staff are predominantly recruited from the United Kingdom.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Philosophy for Children and Character Education are embedded programmes at NBA Al Dafna.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Newton British Academy Al Dafna delivers an enhanced British education within a nurturing primary school setting. It welcomes children from age three and offers an eight-year programme from Foundation One through Year Six. The Early Years and Foundation Stage comprises Foundation One and Foundation Two, equivalent to UK Nursery and Reception, where learning is introduced through play, creativity and discovery. Students progress into Key Stage One (Years 1 and 2) and Key Stage Two (Years 3 to 6), following the National Curriculum of England.

Social & Hobbies
Life at NBA Al Dafna Campus includes sport programmes and a supportive community. The campus emphasizes accessible, engaging learning and social development as part of everyday school life. Campus life includes events and activities that foster student interaction and wellbeing within an international learning environment.

Leadership & Professional
The school provides a Student Council and Innovative Programmes to develop leadership and professional skills. P4C (Philosophy for Children) is part of the student experience to foster critical thinking and dialogue. These elements support student leadership, collaboration and communication.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Life at NBA Al Dafna Campus includes sport programmes and a focus on wellbeing. World Mental Health Awareness Day events are held for Foundation One and Foundation Two to promote mental wellbeing. The campus presents itself as an international community of learners striving for excellence and celebrating success.
Languages

Language Provision
The Newton British Academy Al Dafna follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years to Year 6, adapted for Doha. Arabic is taught as a core language, and Qatar History and Islamic Studies are included as mandated subjects. The Early Years Foundation Stage uses the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The teaching staff are predominantly recruited from the United Kingdom.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
SAPERE, CIS, BSME, Cambridge, Sapere Bronze/Silver, Edexcel, MOEHE, WAS logos displayed in Accreditations section.
Admissions

Admissions
Newton British Academy – Al Dafna accepts children from age 3 and offers an eight-year programme from Foundation One through Year Six. It follows the National Curriculum of England, with Early Years Foundation Stage (Foundation One and Foundation Two), Key Stage One (Years 1–2), and Key Stage Two (Years 3–6). Registration is open for the 2025-2026 academic year via the Apply Now portal. The Admissions resources available are the Application Guide, Application Form, Academic Calendar, School Fees, and School Timings.
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