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Spectra Global School

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 19,570 - 22,660
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 450
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

Spectra Global School is a British-curriculum primary school in South Duhail, Doha (Building 70, Street 810, Zone 31, P.O. Box 20433) that caters from Foundation Stage 1 up to Year 6 (ages c.3 to 11). The school's Foundation Stage follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and its primary programme uses the Cambridge International framework (CIE); the medium of instruction for the core subjects is English. The school teaches Qatar's compulsory subjects (Arabic, Islamic Education and Qatar History) and also offers additional languages such as French. Published facilities include smart boards in every classroom, an ICT/computer lab, library/media centre, multipurpose hall/indoor gymnasium, swimming pool, a 4G football pitch, shaded playgrounds with a cycle track, soft‑play and water‑play areas, art, music and dance rooms, a cafeteria and a prayer room. The published programme emphasises a balanced curriculum that recognises multiple intelligences, includes compulsory extra‑curricular activities within the timetable, and provides academic intervention and student leadership opportunities.

Spectra Global School, Building 70, Street 810, Zone 31, 20433, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Spectra Global School has 450 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Spectra Global School is located in Doha, Qatar, in the South Duhail area (Zone 31), near Tawar Mall. The campus address is Building 70, Street 810, Zone 31, Doha 20433. It sits in the Duhail neighbourhood with easy access to local transport routes.

Stages
Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6.

Type
Not explicitly specified; the school serves Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Not publicly disclosed.

Additional learning support
Intervention Classes provide targeted support for students who struggle academically, particularly in reading and mathematics.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with Cambridge International Examinations (UK) through the Cambridge Primary Curriculum; local requirements are integrated with Qatar's national curriculum.

Religious affiliation
No explicit religious affiliation; Arabic, Islamic Education and Qatar History are part of Qatar's national curriculum.

School day structure
Open time is 06:40–14:30. Foundation Stage timings are 07:00–12:30; Primary timings are 07:00–13:30.

Bus service
Safe Transportation is listed as an amenity; details about routes or providers are not published.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is compulsory for all pupils. Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) wear a light blue SGS polo with maroon trim and SGS logo, SGS check shorts, a grey jumper, and plain black shoes, plus a plain navy cap; Year 1–6 wear a white shirt with SGS logo and check trim, navy trousers with check trim, a grey sweater, and plain black shoes, plus a plain navy cap. All uniform items are available from the school uniform store, and the policy includes specific PE and swimming kit requirements.

Food Options
Spectra Global School follows a healthy eating policy. There is no food available to purchase on site currently; a cafeteria will open in Term 1, with details to be announced. Students should bring a healthy packed lunch and water; no nuts are allowed on site and snacks should be in unbreakable containers.
Fees

Annual tuition at Spectra Global School ranges from QAR 19,570 to QAR 22,660 for 2026/27.

Application and entry-assessment fees
- Entry assessment fee for new applicants in Foundation Stage (EYFS/FS1–FS2): no assessment fee. Entry assessment fee for applicants to Years 1–6: QAR 300 (non‑refundable, non‑transferable).

Registration and seat-reservation
- One‑time registration fee (new students) to confirm an offered place: QAR 1,000 (non‑refundable, non‑transferable).
- Annual seat‑reservation deposit to secure a place for the following year: QAR 2,000 per student (non‑refundable; this deposit is deducted from the first instalment of tuition).

Annual tuition fees (per annum) and term breakdown
- Foundation Stage 1 and Foundation Stage 2 (FS1–FS2): QAR 19,570 per year.
- Per term: Term 1 QAR 6,530; Term 2 QAR 6,520; Term 3 QAR 6,520.
- Years 1 to 6: QAR 22,660 per year.
- Per term: Term 1 QAR 7,560; Term 2 QAR 7,550; Term 3 QAR 7,550.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is invoiced in three instalments each academic year. Standard due dates are: Term 1 — 31 August; Term 2 — 31 January; Term 3 — 30 April. Fees may be paid annually, termly, or monthly. Late or unpaid fees are subject to the school's debt‑collection procedures and can put a child's place at risk.
- For students who join after a term has started, the school retains a full term's fees if the student attends more than four weeks of that term; shorter attendance is charged pro rata by day.

Other compulsory and recurring fees
- School books fee: charged annually before the school year starts (covers exercise books; parents supply basic stationery). Reported typical amounts: FS1–FS2 QAR 1,000; Years 1–6 QAR 1,500.
- Examination fee: charged annually to cover internal and external assessment processes; this fee is non‑refundable. Reported typical amount: QAR 600 per student per year.
- Insurance fee: paid at time of enrolment for new students. The insurance fee is refundable only for students who complete one full academic year and who give notice of leaving on or before 15 May of that academic year; it is not refunded for students who leave during the academic year or who do not complete a full year. Reported typical amount: QAR 1,500.
- Transportation (bus) fees: charged to families using the transport service; payable once before starting the transport service and non‑refundable.
- Uniforms: wearing the school uniform is compulsory. Uniform costs are charged to parents but specific price points are not published in the fee policy.

Refunds and non‑refundable items
- Seat reservation deposit (QAR 2,000) is non‑refundable. Registration fee (QAR 1,000) and applicable assessment fees for Years 1–6 (QAR 300) are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Examination and transport fees are non‑refundable. The insurance fee is refundable only under the specific condition that the student completes one full academic year and the parent provides notice on or before 15 May; otherwise the insurance fee is not refunded. The school may withhold refunds in line with the published fee policy when a student leaves mid‑term (see pro‑rata rules).

Consequences of late or non‑payment
- Students will not be permitted to attend the school if fees are not paid on time. The school may withhold examination report cards, a transfer certificate (or block a transfer in NSIS), and may refuse re‑registration until outstanding fees are settled.

Boarding
- Spectra Global School serves Foundation Stage through Year 6 and does not operate a boarding provision; fees shown are for day pupils.

Fee payment options and corporate invoicing
- The school accepts payment on an annual, termly, or monthly basis and will invoice corporate employers if requested; where a company will pay fees, an official letter and invoicing details must be submitted to the accounts department in accordance with the school's corporate‑payment procedure. Specific retail payment methods (e.g., bank transfer, credit/debit card) are not listed in the published fee policy; corporate invoicing procedures are set out in the policy.

Summary of the core numeric items (QAR)
- Seat reservation (annual deposit): QAR 2,000 (deducted from Term 1 tuition; non‑refundable).
- Registration (one‑time, new students): QAR 1,000 (non‑refundable).
- Assessment (new applicants Years 1–6): QAR 300 (non‑refundable).
- Insurance (enrolment): reported QAR 1,500 (refundable only under defined conditions).
- Books (annual): reported QAR 1,000 for FS; QAR 1,500 for Years 1–6.
- Examination fee (annual): reported QAR 600.
- Tuition FS1–FS2: QAR 19,570 per year (terms: 6,530 / 6,520 / 6,520).
- Tuition Years 1–6: QAR 22,660 per year (terms: 7,560 / 7,550 / 7,550).

(Information above is taken from Spectra Global School's published school fee policy and the school's published fee‑structure documents and fee memos, with corroborating school‑information listings.)
Academics

Spectra Global School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
Spectra Global School serves Foundation Stage 1 through Year 6. The Foundation Stage curriculum is based on the UK's EYFS. The Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) accreditation is held by the school, and the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum is used for primary years, with the National Curriculum of England also offered. The British Curriculum is followed for subjects taught in English (English, Mathematics, Science, Computing, Geography, History, Art and Design, Physical Education). Arabic, Islamic Education and Qatar History are compulsory; non-Muslim students study PSHE. The school has an Arabic department with opportunities to learn Arabic.

Exam Results
The school has been lauded for a high score in an international exam by the Ministry of Education & Higher Education.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Spectra Global School supports social and emotional learning through a positive learning environment and small class sizes (Foundation Stage EYFS and Cambridge Primary), offers Intervention Classes for students who struggle in reading and math, and provides a Student Council to develop leadership and social skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Intervention Classes provide additional support for students who struggle academically, particularly in reading and math, with small classes enabling individual attention; public materials do not specify which types of Special Educational Needs the school can support or whether it is a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL-specific programs are not publicly disclosed; Arabic is a compulsory subject within the Cambridge-based curriculum, and Spectra Global School has an Arabic Department.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported as part of safeguarding, with class teachers supported by the school student counsellor to address mental health needs; staff monitor signs of distress and provide initial support.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is governed by a Child Protection Policy with a designated safeguarding lead (Lisa Rosser) and a deputy (Sushma Shameer), clear reporting procedures, and online safety measures; policy details cover attendance monitoring, peer-on-peer issues, and collaboration with external agencies.
Parent Experience

History
Spectra Global School was founded in 2015 in Doha, Qatar. It is a private, Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) accredited school located near Tawar Mall in Duhail. The Foundation Stage curriculum is based on the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the Primary curriculum follows the Cambridge International Education (CIE) program. All teachers are fully qualified and approved by the Ministry of Education & Higher Education of Qatar. The school supports student leadership through a Student Council.

Community
The SGS community follows a Cambridge-based curriculum with a positive learning environment and compulsory extracurricular activities integrated into the timetable. The school maintains a Student Council that engages students in leadership and coordinates activities such as Qatar History projects and Qatar National Day celebrations. A 2024–2025 academic calendar and events listing show regular community and school-wide events. Families are engaged through informal gatherings and school gates meetings to discuss learning and progress.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent engagement is described through informal events rather than a formal PTA. The Principal, Ms. Lisa Rosser, plans to hold multiple coffee mornings/afternoons in Term 1 to meet parents and build home–school partnerships. She will be available at the school gates at the start and end of the day to converse with families and welcome feedback. There is a Student Council as a student-led body coordinating activities (distinct from a PTA). Extracurricular activities are compulsory and integrated into the timetable, providing structured opportunities for family involvement in ECAs. Public calendars show events such as Qatar History project and Qatar National Day within Student Council activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Spectra Global School has modern classrooms with smart boards and internet access. The campus includes a fully equipped sports room, ICT computer labs, and a library with a wide range of books. An artificial grass football pitch (FIFA approved), a multi-purpose hall, a shaded play area, a soft play area, a swimming pool, and art rooms are available on campus. The facilities support a broad program of learning and after-school activities, including physical education and arts. The school is located in Doha, Qatar, near Tawar Mall, Duhail.

Sports Facilities
The school has a dedicated sports room and a FIFA-approved artificial grass football pitch. The campus includes spaces for physical education and indoor activity. The sports facilities support organized PE lessons and after-school clubs.

Academic Facilities
The Foundation Stage curriculum is based on the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The Primary curriculum follows the Cambridge International Education (CIE) programme. Arabic, Islamic, and Qatar History are taught in accordance with the Qatar Ministry of Education & Higher Education. Spectra Global School offers the British EYFS and Cambridge Primary Curriculum, along with the National Curriculum of England. Non-Muslim students study PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education).

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular activities are compulsory and incorporated in the timetable. Literacy support is provided through Literacy Planet. There are arts and sports clubs and after-school programs. The school supports student leadership through a Student Council.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Intervention Classes support students who struggle academically, particularly in reading and math. The school provides an after-school learning program and small classes with individual attention. Foundation Stage follows the UK EYFS framework and Primary follows the Cambridge International Education (CIE) programme. Arabic, Islamic, and Qatar History are compulsory subjects, and non-Muslim students study PSHE.

Arts & Creative
Art is integrated into learning and used to convey concepts visually. Art education connects students with their own culture as well as the wider world. The school emphasizes art as a core component of learning.

Cultural & Language
Arabic, Islamic, and Qatar History are compulsory subjects. The curriculum follows EYFS for Foundation Stage and Cambridge International Primary Curriculum for the primary years, with the National Curriculum of England also referenced. Qatar History is featured in cultural learning, including projects like the Qatar History project and events such as Qatar National Day.

Social & Hobbies
Extra Curricular Activities are compulsory for every student and are incorporated in the timetable. The Student Council provides leadership opportunities and a platform for student representation. Sports are an integral part of school life and promote teamwork and physical wellbeing.

Leadership & Professional
The Student Council demonstrates student leadership and acts as a formal leadership channel for students. Leadership is framed as action and example, guiding students to participate and take responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports are an integral part of school life, supporting physical fitness and character development. The school promotes healthy eating and provides resources to encourage nutritious meals. The emphasis on movement and nutrition supports overall wellbeing.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Contact. The Admissions Team can be reached at 4481 3278 or 6653 4333. This initial contact starts the admissions process for Spectra Global School. Admissions for Academic Year 2025-26 is NOW OPEN. Prospective families can request information and next steps from the Admissions Team.

2. Virtual Tour. A virtual tour can be arranged to view Spectra Global School's facilities. A virtual tour invitation exists to help families see the facilities and environment. The tour provides an opportunity to observe resources and spaces available at the school.

3. Admissions Tests. Complete the online enquiry form or contact 4481 3278 to arrange admissions tests. Admissions tests are part of the enrollment process and are coordinated through the Admissions Team. The online enquiry form and phone contact provide access to these tests.

4. Registration. After the assessment, a place at Spectra Global School is offered. Families complete registration following an offer of admission. The enrollment process leads to formal enrollment and welcoming the new student.
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