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Newton British Academy Barwa City

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 26,137 - 54,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Bus Service No
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Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum

Zone 56, Street 1126, Building No.35, Doha, Qatar

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The Essentials

Newton British Academy Barwa City has instruction in English.

Location
The Newton British Academy – Barwa City campus is located in Doha, Qatar. The address is Zone 56, Street 1126, Building 35, Doha, Qatar. The Barwa City campus sits in the Barwa City area and is part of the Newton Group of Schools; for inquiries, contact numbers include +974 334 927 68 and registrar.nba@newtonschools.sch.qa.

Stages
NBA Barwa City offers Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Primary, and Secondary. EYFS is described as F1–F2, Primary covers Key Stage 1 and 2, and Secondary covers Key Stage 3, 4, and 5. The school teaches across these levels using the English National Curriculum.

Type
The school operates as a mixed (co-educational) institution. It functions as a day school with no boarding facilities publicly stated. The uniform information indicates provision for both boys and girls, supporting a co-educational model.

Additional learning support
Pastoral and wellbeing support are provided, with a Wellbeing Policy (2022–2025) in place. The school advertises a dedicated pastoral framework and has staff roles addressing Special Educational Needs (SEN), including a Primary SEN Teacher position.

Country affiliation
The school follows the English National Curriculum and is part of the Newton Group of Schools, describing itself as an international community with over 60 nationalities. The Newton group is presented as the largest group of British private schools in Qatar, with NBA Barwa City as one of its campuses offering KS1–KS5 from the English system.

School day structure
The school runs Sunday to Thursday. EYFS sessions run 7:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Primary runs 7:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Secondary runs 7:00 a.m.–1:40 p.m.; office hours are 7:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Bus service
NBA Barwa City operates a bus service with an approved Newton Group provider. Seats are allocated from a waiting list, and students must be at stops at least 5 minutes before pickup. Buses must meet safety rules, with drivers and monitors operating under school supervision. For concerns, contact the bus operator at Tel: 77343166 or the School PLO; the policy also notes daily risk assessments and attendance/collection procedures.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Newton British Academy Barwa City ranges from QAR 26,137 to QAR 54,000 for 2026/27.

Academic year and billing cycle
- For the Academic Year 2025-2026 the school operates three terms per year. Fees are payable in advance, prior to the commencement of the term to which they apply.

Application and admission charges
- Entrance test fee (Years 1–13): QAR 200 (non‑refundable).
- Registration fee (one‑off): QAR 2,500 (non‑refundable).
- Seat reservation: QAR 2,000 (payable to secure the place; this amount is to be deducted from Term 1 fees and is indicated as payable when accepting a place).

Tuition and resources fees by year group (annual and per term)
- Foundation 1 – Pearl: Annual tuition QAR 24,539; Annual resources fee QAR 1,000; Total per year QAR 25,539; Total per term QAR 8,513.
- Foundation 2 – Pearl: Annual tuition QAR 30,750; Annual resources fee QAR 1,000; Total per year QAR 31,750; Total per term QAR 10,583.
- Foundation 1 – Oryx: Annual tuition QAR 25,137; Annual resources fee QAR 1,000; Total per year QAR 26,137; Total per term QAR 8,713.
- Foundation 2 – Oryx: Annual tuition QAR 31,500; Annual resources fee QAR 1,000; Total per year QAR 32,500; Total per term QAR 10,833.
- Years 1–6: Annual tuition QAR 36,000; Annual resources fee QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 39,000; Total per term QAR 13,000.
- Years 7–9: Annual tuition QAR 42,000; Annual resources fee QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 45,000; Total per term QAR 15,000.
- Years 10–11: Annual tuition QAR 48,000; Annual resources fee QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 51,000; Total per term QAR 17,000.
- Years 12–13: Annual tuition QAR 51,000; Annual resources fee QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 54,000; Total per term QAR 18,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees for each term must be paid in advance before the term starts. A full term's fees are charged if a student is admitted in the first half of a term; a half‑term fee is charged if admitted in the second half of a term.

Boarding fees
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for this campus; boarding is not applicable.

Other charges and items not included in tuition
- School excursions, bus transportation and uniforms are not included in the tuition and are charged separately. Uniforms and payment options are administered independently. Annual resources fees shown above are separate from these additional costs.

Refund and withdrawal information
- The entrance test fee and the registration fee are non‑refundable. The seat reservation amount is applied against Term 1 fees when a place is accepted. Timely written notification is required when a student is to be withdrawn; the school's administration manages the full withdrawal procedure. No additional specific tuition refund schedule is listed.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Online Payment Gateway: payments can be processed through the school's online payment gateway.
- Point of Sale (POS): direct payment at the accounts office is available.
- Deposit/Bank transfer: payments may be deposited or transferred to the school bank account. The account details provided are:
- Bank name: Qatar National Bank.
- IBAN: QAR IBAN QA17 QNBA 0000 0000 0252 0352 1800 1.
- SWIFT code (outside Qatar): QNB AQ AQA.
- Beneficiary name: Newton British Academy.
- When making bank transfers, the invoice number and student name should be stated as references and a copy of the transfer provided to accounts.
Academics

Newton British Academy Barwa City teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Newton British Academy – Barwa City follows the English National Curriculum, adapted for Doha, from Early Years (EYFS F1–F2) through Primary (Key Stage 1 & 2) to Secondary (Key Stages 3, 4 and 5). In Primary, Year 1 to Year 6 study core and foundation subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic 1st Language (native speakers), Arabic 2nd Language (non-native), ICT, History, Geography, French, Art/Design & Technology, Qatar History (Arabic/English), Music, Citizenship, Philosophy for Children (P4C), and Physical Education, with Islamic Studies for Muslim students and Qatar History integrated; P4C and Qatar History are part of the curriculum. The English National Curriculum is supplemented by Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History to reflect the local context and the emphasis on 21st‑century skills. In Secondary, Key Stage 3 offers twelve subjects (English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, History, Geography, French, Arabic, Islamic Studies or Citizenship, PE, Art, and PSHE), with English, Science and Mathematics taught daily. Key Stage 4 prepares students to work toward IGCSE examinations, while Key Stage 5 prepares students for A Levels; the programme also emphasizes enrichment and leadership opportunities such as Model United Nations and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. Newton British Academy Barwa City was rated Outstanding in May 2022 by the Association of British Schools Overseas and the UK Department for Education.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the required documents and book an entrance test. Admission is based on past school records, an entrance assessment, and in some cases, an interview and an English proficiency test. The child's previous school report must be attested by the home country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Qatar Embassy, and the Ministry of FA in Qatar. Four passport-sized photographs of the child, copies of the child's passport and QID, copies of both parents' passports and QID cards, a report from the previous school, immunization records, a completed Medical form, a signed Fee Regulation form, and the child's birth certificate must be submitted before the entrance exam date.

2. Take the entrance assessment and receive results. The entrance test is conducted by appointment. After the entrance assessment, the results are communicated by telephone or e-mail, indicating whether the school can offer a place for your child. If a place is offered, you will be informed of the outcome and next steps.

3. Accept the offer and pay the registration. To confirm acceptance, visit the School's Accounts Office to pay the non-refundable Registration Fee. The school does not guarantee or reserve places; places are guaranteed only when the required fees are paid.

4. Enrolment and start. Newton Schools admit qualified students on a first come, first served basis. The school will not retain any document if admission is not granted. The 2025-2026 registration is now open.

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