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Nord Anglia International School Al Khor

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 31,400 - 47,750
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1200
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IGCSE Curriculum, A-Levels Curriculum
Typical class size 23
Introduction

Nord Anglia International School Al Khor (NAISAK) is a day international school located in Al Khor, Qatar, on the north coast near Lusail and Doha Festival City. The school follows the National Curriculum of England from Early Years (ages 3–5) through primary and lower secondary to IGCSEs (ages 11–16) and A-levels in sixth form (ages 16–18). English is the language of instruction; the school lists English, French, Arabic and Hindi as taught languages and embeds the Qatar Ministry of Education requirements for Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatari History for Qatari nationals. Campus facilities described on the school site include a shaded outdoor swimming pool, four Astroturf pitches, a sports hall and gym, a purpose-built dance studio and dedicated music rooms, three libraries for different age groups, and advanced science labs and interactive classrooms. NAISAK also cites Nord Anglia's international collaborations (including The Juilliard School, MIT and UNICEF), its Global Campus platform and a broad extracurricular and expedition programme as distinctive elements of its offer.

Building 5 Zone, 74 Taimiyah Street, Al Khor, Qatar

The Essentials

Nord Anglia International School Al Khor has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English.

Location
Nord Anglia International School Al Khor is located on the coast in Al Khor, Qatar (Building 5, Taimiyah Street, Zone 74). The campus sits safely in the heart of Al Khor with straightforward road access to Doha and Lusail. It is described as about a 20-minute drive from Lusail. The school operates a bus service with routes from Doha and Lusail areas.

Stages
The school serves ages 3 to 18. The Early Years Foundation Stage covers ages 3–5, followed by Primary and Secondary under the English National Curriculum, with International GCSEs for 14–16 and A-levels in the Sixth Form for 16–18.

Type
NAISAK is a co-educational, day school. There is no boarding provision.

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 45 nationalities are represented at the school. Qatari nationals are part of the local representation. The exact most-common nationality and local-to-international ratio are not publicly disclosed.

Additional learning support
Learning Support is provided for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Four areas of need are Cognition and learning, Communication and interaction, Social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH), and Sensory and/or physical needs. An Individual Education Plan (IEP) pathway is used, with transition out when appropriate.

Country affiliation
The school is a British school overseas and follows the English National Curriculum.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation. The curriculum embeds Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatari History in line with Ministry of Education requirements.

School day structure
The school day runs from 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Bus service
NAISAK offers a safe and reliable bus service that covers Al Khor and locations in Doha. There are multiple bus routes (the school currently operates four routes) with new services added based on demand.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
NAISAK requires a school uniform. Foundation stage: navy blue polo T-shirt; grey shorts/skorts; NAISAK PE T‑shirt; NAISAK PE track pants/shorts/skort. Primary: white shirt; grey trousers/shorts/skirt/skort; NAISAK tie; dress; NAISAK PE T‑shirt; NAISAK PE track pants/shorts/skort. Secondary: white shirt; grey trousers/shorts/skirt/skort; NAISAK tie; NAISAK PE T‑shirt; NAISAK PE track pants/shorts/skort. Uniform can be purchased at Uniform Mart on Al Maszhabiliya Street, Al-Rayyan, or placed online; PE kit can be purchased online via Saracen Wear using the school code NK1106; on-site PEKit pop-up shops are held at times during the year.

Governance and Ownership
NAISAK is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global network of premium international schools. The school is governed and owned by Nord Anglia Education as part of its group of schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Nord Anglia International School Al Khor ranges from QAR 31,400 to QAR 47,750 for 2026/27.

Application and assessment fees

- Application fee: QAR 584 per child (non-refundable).
- Assessment fee: QAR 300 per student (Years 1–13) (non-refundable).

Enrolment / seat reservation fee

- Enrolment (seat reservation) fee: QAR 2,000 (non-refundable). This fee is deducted from the first term invoice.

Tuition fees (term and annual amounts)

All amounts are quoted in Qatari Rials (QAR).

- FS1 (born between 01/09/2021 - 31/08/2022): Annual QAR 31,400 — Term 1 QAR 12,560; Term 2 QAR 9,420; Term 3 QAR 9,420.
- FS2 (born between 01/09/2020 - 31/08/2021): Annual QAR 36,800 — Term 1 QAR 14,720; Term 2 QAR 11,040; Term 3 QAR 11,040.
- Year 1 (born between 01/09/2019 - 31/08/2020): Annual QAR 37,200 — Term 1 QAR 14,880; Term 2 QAR 11,160; Term 3 QAR 11,160.
- Year 2 (born between 01/09/2018 - 31/08/2019): Annual QAR 37,200 — Term 1 QAR 14,880; Term 2 QAR 11,160; Term 3 QAR 11,160.
- Year 3 (born between 01/09/2017 - 31/08/2018): Annual QAR 37,200 — Term 1 QAR 14,880; Term 2 QAR 11,160; Term 3 QAR 11,160.
- Year 4 (born between 01/09/2016 - 31/08/2017): Annual QAR 37,200 — Term 1 QAR 14,880; Term 2 QAR 11,160; Term 3 QAR 11,160.
- Year 5 (born between 01/09/2015 - 31/08/2016): Annual QAR 37,200 — Term 1 QAR 14,880; Term 2 QAR 11,160; Term 3 QAR 11,160.
- Year 6 (born between 01/09/2014 - 31/08/2015): Annual QAR 37,200 — Term 1 QAR 14,880; Term 2 QAR 11,160; Term 3 QAR 11,160.
- Year 7 (born between 01/09/2013 - 31/08/2014): Annual QAR 42,600 — Term 1 QAR 17,040; Term 2 QAR 12,780; Term 3 QAR 12,780.
- Year 8 (born between 01/09/2012 - 31/08/2013): Annual QAR 42,600 — Term 1 QAR 17,040; Term 2 QAR 12,780; Term 3 QAR 12,780.
- Year 9 (born between 01/09/2011 - 31/08/2012): Annual QAR 42,600 — Term 1 QAR 17,040; Term 2 QAR 12,780; Term 3 QAR 12,780.
- Year 10 (born between 01/09/2010 - 31/08/2011): Annual QAR 47,750 — Term 1 QAR 19,100; Term 2 QAR 14,325; Term 3 QAR 14,325.
- Year 11 (born between 01/09/2009 - 31/08/2010): Annual QAR 47,750 — Term 1 QAR 19,100; Term 2 QAR 14,325; Term 3 QAR 14,325.
- Year 12 (born between 01/09/2008 - 31/08/2009): Annual QAR 47,750 — Term 1 QAR 19,100; Term 2 QAR 14,325; Term 3 QAR 14,325.
- Year 13 (born between 01/09/2007 - 31/08/2008): Annual QAR 47,750 — Term 1 QAR 19,100; Term 2 QAR 14,325; Term 3 QAR 14,325.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is shown as annual and broken down into three term payments (Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3).
- The QAR 2,000 enrolment (seat reservation) payment is non-refundable and will be deducted from the first term invoice.
- The school's fee structure is approved by Qatar's Ministry of Education Higher Education (MoEHE).

Payment methods and how to pay

- Two payment routes are offered: payment via the school's Finance Office or via the school's secure online payment portal.
- Refunds (where applicable under the school's Schedule of Fees) are processed by bank transfer to the payer listed on the school's payment documents. The school's terms set out required notice periods and that refunds are made only as specified in the incorporated Schedule of Fees.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed as an option for this campus; the school operates as a day school and provides a bus service. Bus provision is managed by the school; separate bus service fees apply (details available from Admissions/Finance).

Other costs and additional charges

- Tuition fees explicitly include access to campus facilities, school-led extracurricular activities, and the school's Nord Anglia collaborations (Juilliard, MIT, UNICEF) as part of the fee package.
- Uniforms are required and may be purchased from the identified supplier (Uniform Mart). Uniform cost is a separate parental expense.
- Transport (bus) is available and is charged separately.
- Additional optional items (for example specialist extracurricular offerings, certain trips or external examination charges) may incur separate charges as set out in the school's Schedule of Fees and the school's policies. The school's terms require notice periods for withdrawal and specify that refunds (where allowed) follow the Schedule of Fees.

Refunds and withdrawal

- Withdrawal and refund arrangements follow the school's incorporated Schedule of Fees. Parents must give the requisite notice specified in the Schedule of Fees when withdrawing a student. Refunds are issued only as set out in that Schedule and are processed by bank transfer to the payer named on the original payment. The School's terms also indicate that in some circumstances (for example suspension/expulsion or certain force majeure events) the School may decide not to provide a refund.

Short summary

- Key mandatory payments: Application QAR 584 (non-refundable), Assessment QAR 300 (non-refundable for Years 1–13), Enrolment (seat reservation) QAR 2,000 (non-refundable, deducted from first term). Annual tuition varies by year group and is billed in three term instalments as listed above. Payments can be made via the Finance Office or the school's secure online portal; refunds (where applicable) are made by bank transfer in line with the Schedule of Fees and the school's terms.
Academics

Nord Anglia International School Al Khor teaches British Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IGCSE Curriculum, A-Levels Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
NAIS Al Khor teaches the National Curriculum of England from Early Years through Sixth Form, with IGCSEs in the 11–16 age range and AS/A-levels in the 16–18 range. The school is organized into Early Years Foundation Stage (3–5), Primary (5–11), Secondary (11–16), and Sixth Form (16–18). Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatari History are embedded within the curriculum as part of the Ministry of Education requirements. In Key Stage 4, students typically study around nine IGCSE subjects to prepare for further study. In Sixth Form, AS and A-levels are offered across a broad range of subjects, including English, mathematics, sciences, ICT, business, Arabic, PE, and art, with Juilliard and MIT collaborations enriching drama, music, and STEAM experiences.

Student Teacher Ratio
Early Years teacher–student ratio is about 1:13; other stage class-size figures are not publicly published; typical sizes are around 20–25 in secondary classes.

Exam Results
Publicly stated goals include outstanding A-level results that unlock world-class university opportunities; specific pass rates are not published here.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates typically progress to world-class universities, supported by university pathway programmes within Nord Anglia's global network and by collaborations with Juilliard and MIT that strengthen arts and STEAM pathways.

Gifted and Talented
A broad enrichment programme and personalised pathways supported by Nord Anglia partnerships provide advanced opportunities for high-ability learners, including access to performing arts, STEAM projects, and leadership experiences.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
NAISAK supports social and emotional learning through a calming campus environment that fosters personal and emotional development, and an Inclusion Team provides tailored one-to-one and small-group SEL interventions in an Intervention Room.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
SEN at NAISAK covers cognition and learning, communication and interaction, social, emotional, mental health (SEMH), and sensory and/or physical needs, with an Individual Education Plan (IEP) used after identification by the SEN team.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school employs specialists in English as a Second Language (ESL) to support English as an Additional Language learners.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed through SEL and inclusion initiatives, including calming spaces and the Intervention Room's tailored support to build resilience.

Safeguarding
Nord Anglia Education maintains a formal Safeguarding Policy and procedures to promote student safety and welfare, with dedicated safeguarding leadership, staff training, and robust recruitment checks.
Parent Experience

History
NAISAK was established in January 2012. The school now hosts around 1,200 students from 45 countries. It delivers a British-international education for students aged 3 to 18. NAISAK is part of the Nord Anglia Education family, gaining access to world-leading collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, and UNICEF. Following the English National Curriculum, NAISAK operates in Al Khor, about a 20-minute drive from central Doha via the direct coastal road.

Community
The NAISAK community is international, with students representing more than 45 nationalities. The school highlights community and family engagement through events and cultural activities, including a 2024 International Family Day. NAISAK hosted the International Family Day in June 2024, featuring performances such as the Qatar Sword Dance, Bollywood Divas, Palestinian spoken word, a flag parade, and cultural games, and it brought together students, parents, staff, and the wider community. The day was revived after COVID restrictions and was praised by participants for its energy and inclusive spirit.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
NAISAK does not publish a separate PTA page in its public materials; parent engagement is described through the Parent Essentials hub, school news, and events. The school notes active parent participation in events organized by dedicated committees, such as the International Day Committee that has worked to make NAISAK's cultural celebrations a success. An example of parent and community involvement is the International Family Day, organized with staff and broader community participation in 2024. The Young Entrepreneur of the Year (YEY!) Award in 2024 shows collaboration with families and the local business community, illustrating how NAISAK engages parents and outside partners in student opportunities. NAISAK also provides channels for family involvement via the Parent Essentials calendar, communications, and the school app for notifications and resources. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is listed among extracurricular activities that involve families and students, reflecting a broader ecosystem of family engagement.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Nord Anglia International School Al Khor sits on a campus that blends traditional Qatari architecture with modern learning spaces. The school features a shaded 25-meter outdoor swimming pool, four covered Astroturf pitches, a sports hall, and a multi-purpose gym. Creative and performing arts spaces include a purpose-built dance studio and dedicated music rooms. Academic facilities include three libraries serving early years, primary, and secondary students, along with high-tech science labs and interactive, technology-enabled classrooms. Outdoor spaces include leafy courtyards and soft play areas for younger learners.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include four covered Astroturf pitches, a sports hall, and a multi-purpose gym, enabling a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities. The 25-meter shaded outdoor swimming pool supports lessons and competitions. The campus provides outdoor sports spaces and fields suitable for team sports and PE activities across year groups. These facilities support PE lessons, after-school sports, and inter-school events.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include high-tech science labs and classrooms equipped with interactive technology. There are dedicated libraries for early years, primary, and secondary students, providing spaces for reading, research, and quiet study. The campus features technology resources and access to the Global Campus digital learning platform for cross-campus collaboration. Flexible, technology-enabled learning spaces support group work, project-based learning, and independent study.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Creative spaces include a modern dance studio and a dedicated music room supporting performing arts extracurriculars. The school offers more than 40 extracurricular clubs covering arts, sport, coding, and culture, with opportunities to engage in partnerships and activities beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
NAIS Al Khor provides extensive academic enrichment beyond classroom lessons, including exclusive collaborations with The Juilliard School for performing arts and with MIT for STEAM. There are more than 40 after-school clubs covering coding, painting, science, and other subjects, designed around student interests. Students participate in competitions and challenges such as maths Olympiads and national art competitions, and some engage in debates at the National Library. There are opportunities to take part in Model United Nations as part of the broader intellectual program.

Arts & Creative
The Juilliard School collaboration enhances NAISAK's dance, drama, and music programmes across the curriculum. On campus, dedicated facilities such as a soundproof music suite and a drama studio support performances and rehearsals. Creative clubs cover painting, sculpture, theatre, and performance, with opportunities to perform or exhibit work. The arts curriculum emphasizes collaboration and creative expression, building confidence and teamwork.

Cultural & Language
Students immerse themselves in Qatar's history, traditions, and culture through Quran recital, Arabic calligraphy, and musical performances, including opportunities to represent the school at national events. Partnerships with Qatari Museums and the Qatar Aspire Academy enable unique cultural experiences. These activities are supported by local partnerships and Nord Anglia Education collaborations that broaden students' cultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
A dynamic roster of sports clubs gives students of all ages and abilities the chance to try team sports like football and basketball and individual activities like swimming and martial arts. Off-campus activities include visits to places such as the Qatar Planetarium and Al Jazeera, broadening horizons beyond the campus. A wide range of after-school academic and arts activities provides informal interest-based groups, fostering social connections and camaraderie.

Community & Service
Global expeditions include a citizenship project in Arusha, Tanzania, and a personal challenge trip in Switzerland, designed to build independence and global awareness. Locally, students participate in outreach initiatives and national events, such as art competitions, dance challenges, and maths Olympiads. The UNICEF collaboration embeds the UN SDGs into teaching, and many students pursue The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award as part of community service and leadership development.

Leadership & Professional
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available to secondary learners, offering desert camping, sailing, and other challenges as part of a structured leadership program. A student voice programme provides channels for students to contribute to school life and develop leadership skills. Collaborations with The Juilliard School and MIT support leadership through teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving, while IMG Academy offers sports-based leadership, wellbeing, and mindset development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school places wellbeing at the forefront with a Lead er of Wellbeing and specialist staff training through the Anna Freud Centre to support students' mental health. Via the Global Campus platform, students have access to wellbeing resources, and information sessions for parents are provided. The campus offers extensive outdoor education, including residential trips and outdoor expeditions, with facilities such as a sports hall, gym, and a covered outdoor pool.
Languages

Language Provision
English, French, Arabic, and Hindi are taught. English language support is provided through English as a Second Language programmes. Arabic is embedded in the curriculum via the Ministry of Education's Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatari History programme. French and Hindi are offered as language subjects across Primary to Upper Secondary.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Make an enquiry. NAISAK serves children aged 3 to 18 and is non-selective; you can start by filling the online enquiry form, emailing, or calling the admissions team. We'll respond within 24 hours, Sunday to Thursday, though times may differ in school holidays. You can also book a guided tour or await the team's next steps to discuss your child's needs.
2. Enjoy a guided tour. You can book a tour in advance or drop in during school hours to meet our teachers and learn how we personalise learning.
3. Send us your application. Complete your application online or fill it in during your visit; you'll need to provide supporting documents.
4. Assessment. An age-appropriate assessment is conducted; it is not pass/fail but helps us understand each student's needs. You can take the assessment during your visit or schedule a time with the admissions team.
5. Offering and accepting a place. After review, an offer is made; you should receive it within 24 hours of the assessment.
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