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The International School of Choueifat - Doha

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 17,417 - 36,728
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2500
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP)
Typical class size 34
Introduction

The International School of Choueifat – Doha is a non-selective, co-educational independent English-medium day school in Doha, Qatar, and a member of the global SABIS® Network. It offers a K–12 programme serving ages 4 to 18 and follows the SABIS international curriculum with options for externally recognised qualifications including Advanced Placement (AP), IGCSE, AS and A‑Level examinations; students also prepare for SAT, TOEFL and DELF where applicable. Instruction is in English, with Arabic and a choice of an additional world language taught to develop multilingual fluency. The 45,000‑square‑metre campus includes purpose‑built facilities: science laboratories, two computer rooms, an Integrated Testing and Learning (ITL) hall with 474 stations, a library, specialist art and music rooms, a semi‑Olympic indoor swimming pool, indoor multipurpose courts, a gymnasium, a grass football pitch, playgrounds and a cafeteria. The school operates the SABIS Student Life Organisation and provides regular assessment and student support as part of its programme.

825 Onaiza Street, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

The International School of Choueifat - Doha has 2,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 34, instruction in English.

Location
The International School of Choueifat – Doha is located in the Legtaifiya area of Doha, Qatar. The campus address is P.O. Box 22085, Aba Al Erhayyat Street #915, Building #50, Legtaifiya Area #66, Doha. The school sits on a large, purpose-built campus with modern facilities and is accessible via major city routes to serve both local and expatriate families. It is a member of the SABIS network serving a diverse community.

Stages
The school is organized into four levels: Kindergarten & Infant School (KG 1 – Grade 1); Primary School (Grades 2 – 6); Intermediate School (Grades 7 – 9); and High School (Grades 10 – 12).

Type
ISC-Doha is a non-selective, co-educational, independent English-medium day school. It serves local and multinational communities and offers a full range from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The ISC-Doha School Profile indicates approximately 2,500 students representing around 60 nationalities. The profile notes the high level of international diversity but does not publish a breakdown of the local (Qatari) versus international ratio or identify a single most-common nationality.

Additional learning support
The school provides Student Support Services to support Additional Learning Needs (SEN) as part of its academic framework.

Country affiliation
There is no specific country affiliation listed; the school operates under the SABIS network in Qatar and is recognized by the Qatar Ministry of Education.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated in ISC-Doha materials.

School day structure
The school day typically starts around 07:00 and ends around 16:00. A cafeteria is on site for meals or for students who bring their own. Break times are not publicly published in the shared materials.

Bus service
ISC-Doha offers a transportation option with a two-way bus service for Doha residents, priced at QR 5,000 per year, payable at registration.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
ISC-Doha operates as a day school; there is no on-site boarding offered. Students attend as day pupils from morning to afternoon. The school provides a two-way transport option for Doha residents at a cost of QR 5,000 per year.

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is compulsory. The uniform and books must be bought from the school.

Food Options
The campus has a bright, modern cafeteria where nutritious meals are served; students may also bring food from home.

Governance and Ownership
ISC-Doha is part of the SABIS network and operates under the SABIS Educational System.
Fees

Annual tuition at The International School of Choueifat - Doha ranges from QAR 17,417 to QAR 36,728 for 2026/27.

Registration & Application Fees

- Registration (application) deposit per student: QR 1,500 (non-refundable). The registration/deposit is required for new applicants and must be paid prior to the placement test or interview.

Annual Tuition Fees (2024–2025) — annual and three-installment breakdown

- KG 1: Annual tuition QR 17,417. Installments: 1st QR 5,850; 2nd QR 5,850; 3rd QR 5,717.

- KG 2: Annual tuition QR 24,990. Installments: 1st QR 8,350; 2nd QR 8,350; 3rd QR 8,290.

- Grades 1–6: Annual tuition QR 24,990. Installments: 1st QR 8,350; 2nd QR 8,350; 3rd QR 8,290.

- Grades 7–9: Annual tuition QR 29,912. Installments: 1st QR 10,000; 2nd QR 10,000; 3rd QR 9,912.

- Grades 10–12: Annual tuition QR 36,728. Installments: 1st QR 12,250; 2nd QR 12,250; 3rd QR 12,228.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Timing of installments: 1st installment is due upon registration; 2nd installment is due before October 15; 3rd installment is due by January 15.

- Additional payment notes from the school guarantee and terms:
- The school operates on a whole‑year basis; fees are calculated for the full academic year and the school expects payment accordingly.
- If the second installment is not paid before the first day of term, the child will not be accepted until fees are paid; in the event of non-payment after one week the child's seat and fees already paid will be forfeited. If the final installment is not paid by December 31, the child will not be accepted until fees are fully settled.
- The registration/deposit requirement for KG1 and above must be paid prior to the placement test or interview (registration steps referenced in the school's fee policy). QR 1,500 is treated as the non‑refundable registration/deposit.

Transportation / Bus Fees

- Two‑way school bus service for Doha residents: QR 5,000 per year, payable upon registration. Transportation is optional and charged in addition to tuition. Tuition does not include transportation.

Other costs and mandatory purchases

- Books and uniforms are not included in the tuition and must be purchased from the school. Tuition also excludes extracurricular activities and meal subscriptions. These are additional costs to plan for.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. The International School of Choueifat – Doha operates as a day school and does not offer a boarding program.

Refund policy and conditions for partial refunds

- Fees are generally non‑refundable. The Guarantee Form sets out limited refund conditions when parents remove a child before a term starts:
- If written notice is given at least 30 days before the first term starts, the paid amount is refunded less QR 1,000 (tuition charge) and QR 200 (bus charge) where applicable.
- If notice is given at least 30 days before the second term starts, the amount paid is refunded less one term's fees and the charge described above.
- If notice is given at least 30 days before the third term starts, the amount paid is refunded less the two previous payments and the bus charge stated above.
- Under no other circumstances will fees be refunded. These refund rules are applied as written in the school's Guarantee Form.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)

- The school's published fee documents and terms do not specify the accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, cheque, or in‑person POS). Parents should note that specific accepted payment channels are not listed in the published tuition and terms documents.

Consequences and administrative points

- Registration of each child is treated individually; no sibling discounts or fee transfers between siblings are applied. Fees are expected on schedule and the school is not obliged to remind parents of due dates. Failure to comply with payment deadlines can result in forfeiture of the student's seat.
Academics

The International School of Choueifat - Doha teaches Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
ISC-Doha follows the SABIS Educational System, an English-medium international curriculum that runs from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Students develop fluency in English, Arabic, and a third world language of their choice, with a strong emphasis on English and the sciences in the secondary years, and a broad range of subjects including social studies, music, fine arts, physical education, psychology, business and economics, and computing, with preparation for external examinations such as SAT, DELF, TOEFL, IGCSE, AS and A-Levels. Kindergarten & Infant School (KG 1 – Grade 1) introduces reading, phonics, language, mathematics and Arabic, with integrated art, music and physical education. Primary School (Grades 2–6) balances academic progress with social, physical and emotional development, and includes art, music and PE. Intermediate School (Grades 7–9) emphasizes mastery of English, Arabic and mathematics, and offers an arts and sports program with weekly classes in art, music, computing and PE. High School (Grades 10–12) begins a three-year cycle toward the High School Diploma, with options to sit Cambridge IGCSEs in grades 9–11, A-Levels, or AP exams, and ISC-Doha holds international accreditation.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ISC-Doha provides a positive, supportive environment with high levels of personal care from teachers and staff to support student wellbeing and development. Learning support is essential within the SABIS Educational System, with student progress monitored and gaps addressed through teacher-led study groups and classroom leadership roles. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) offers peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, academic competitions, and on-demand tutoring videos to reinforce learning and collaboration. From Grade 7 onward, weekly Advising Classes provide a safe space to discuss contemporary themes, while earlier years cover topics such as peer pressure, organization, health, and conflict resolution; higher grades add health, IT safety, cultural understanding, and career guidance.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ISC-Doha describes Learning Support as an essential part of the SABIS Educational System, with progress monitored and gaps addressed through teacher-led study groups and group leadership roles. The Academic Department of the SABIS Student Life Organization provides peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, Academic Competitions, and On-Demand Tutoring Videos to support learning. The health provision includes two resident nurses who manage medical care and long-term healthcare needs and promote school health and safety. The site does not specify the kinds of Special Educational Needs it can support or indicate a dedicated SEN institution, suggesting it is a mainstream school with learning support rather than a specialist SEN facility.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ISC-Doha is described as an English-medium day school. The site does not publicly describe any EAL-specific programs or staffing for English language learners, and there is no explicit EAL provision listed on the public Student Support Services page. The absence of an EAL program on the site is not publicly disclosed as a separate provision. EAL-specific provisions are not publicly disclosed on the ISC-Doha site.

Mental Wellbeing
Health & Wellness is provided by two resident nurses responsible for medical care during the school day and for managing students with long-term healthcare needs. The nurses promote health and safety and respond to health-related questions and emergencies. Advisory Classes from Grade 7 provide a safe space to discuss topics important to students' lives, with topics expanding as students mature to include health, wellbeing, IT safety, and career counseling. The SABIS Student Life Organization and broad participation in activities support social engagement and a sense of belonging, contributing to overall wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The materials describe a health and safety framework and a safe, nurturing environment for students. The Student Support Services page emphasizes wellbeing and safety, including nurses and advisory services, but there is no explicit safeguarding or child protection policy listed on the ISC-Doha site. A privacy policy exists focusing on data protection, but it does not cover safeguarding policies. It is not clear whether formal safeguarding policies exist or are published separately for ISC-Doha. Therefore, ISC-Doha does not publicly disclose safeguarding policies on its site.
Parent Experience

History
ISC-Doha opened in Qatar in September 1999. It is part of the global SABIS Network, whose roots trace back to the 19th‑century SABIS mother school in Choueifat, Lebanon. The campus spans about 45,000 square meters and offers modern, purpose‑built facilities designed for contemporary teaching and learning. ISC‑Doha is a non‑selective, co‑educational, independent, English‑medium day school that is locally recognized by the Qatar Ministry of Education and internationally accredited. The SABIS Network operates in 20 countries, reflecting its long‑standing international presence.

Community
ISC‑Doha serves local and multinational communities with a diverse student body and staff. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) is the heart of school life, a student‑led structure with nine departments that drive clubs, events, and community initiatives. The SLO period is integrated into the timetable as a weekly period to support student leadership and project work. The school offers a broad range of clubs and activities, including arts and crafts, dance, chess, choir, debating, drama, film, IT, and science, alongside extensive sports programs and facilities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public materials describe a SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) as the central framework for student and family engagement at ISC‑Doha; there is no publicly listed standalone PTA page for the school. The SLO comprises nine departments, including Academic, Discipline, Management, Sports, Wellness, Activities, Outreach, Social Responsibility, and Lower School, which coordinate clubs, events, and service projects. The SLO period is embedded in the school timetable as a weekly activity period. Through its departments, SLO runs a wide range of activities—from peer tutoring and academic competitions to charitable campaigns and clubs such as arts, drama, debating, and science. Alumni events are a notable feature of ISC‑Doha's community life, with alumni galas (for example, the Gala Dinner in 2019 and a subsequent Alumni Gala Dinner in 2021) bringing together former students, staff, and current faculty. Community service initiatives, such as visits to animal shelters organized by student clubs, also illustrate active family and community involvement within the SABIS framework.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ISC-Doha sits on a 45,000 square meter campus offering world-standard, innovative educational facilities. The campus includes state-of-the-art sports fields and an all-season running track, a semi-Olympic-sized swimming pool, a large, well-equipped sports hall, and outdoor basketball courts. Kindergartners occupy an independent building with colorful hallways, a heated swimming pool, a large playground, and a dedicated car track. All main classrooms from KG1 to Grade 12 are equipped with interactive screens, and the campus features a dedicated art room and music room, science laboratories, and two computer science rooms, supported by the SABIS ITL Hall with 474 stations. The library provides books in English and Arabic and online Britannica access, and the campus includes a modern cafeteria and on-site medical facilities with two nurses on duty.

Sports Facilities
ISC-Doha has a semi-Olympic-sized pool, a large indoor sports hall, and outdoor basketball courts. Full-sized indoor and outdoor basketball courts with an electronic scoreboard support official matches. The sports hall is equipped for badminton, gymnastics, football, and volleyball. State-of-the-art sports fields and an all-season running track, plus outdoor track and field spaces, support a wide range of PE and athletic activities. Kindergarten facilities include a heated pool and a large playground, contributing to early-years physical education.

Academic Facilities
All main classrooms from KG1 through Grade 12 are equipped with interactive screens. The science department includes well-equipped laboratories for biology, chemistry, and physics. There are two computer science rooms with up-to-date computing equipment. The SABIS Integrated Testing and Learning (ITL) Hall provides 474 computer stations for regular assessments and revision. The library contains English and Arabic books and offers Britannica online access.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Creative facilities include a dedicated art room and a music room. The school supports arts and performance through student life activities such as drama, choir, and dance, along with visual arts and music-related clubs. Clubs cover arts and crafts, chess, debating, drumming, and other interests. These activities are facilitated through the SABIS Student Life Organization and the Music, Theater & Arts program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The SABIS® Student Life Organization (SLO) is the heart of the school and a student‑led mini‑society that integrates academic and social activities into the timetable through a weekly SLO period. The Academic Department implements peer tutoring, academic competitions, study groups, and shadow teaching to build students' confidence in learning and develop academic skills. Through these activities, students develop leadership, problem‑solving, critical thinking, organization, resilience, independence, empathy, communication, collaboration, and accountability. The SLO comprises nine departments: Academic, Discipline, Management, Sports, Wellness, Activities, Outreach, Lower School, and Social Responsibility.

Arts & Creative
Music, Theater & Arts programs allow students to explore talents and develop important life skills. Beginning in Kindergarten through Upper School, students receive instruction in art and music and gain performance experience through stage work and choir, with opportunities to shine in art competitions and other performances. The programs develop creativity and self‑expression and provide numerous opportunities to experience the joy of expressing themselves through music, art, and theater.

Social & Hobbies
Sports represent an integral part of ISC‑Doha. After‑school sports, family events, international competitions, and summer camps are offered for athletes at all levels. Clubs and activities include arts and crafts, dance, ballet, chess, choir, debating, drama, film, IT, drumming, and science; sports clubs include badminton, basketball, golf, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field/cross country, and volleyball.

Community & Service
The Social Responsibility Department motivates and inspires students to give back to their community through charitable and environmental projects.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is a core life skill developed through SLO, with emphasis on leadership, problem‑solving, sociability, critical thinking, organization, independence, empathy, and communication. The SLO period is integrated into students' schedules, bringing many activities into the classroom for the benefit of all students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Wellness Department promotes a healthy lifestyle and sponsors campaigns to support physical and mental wellbeing. The Sports Department promotes fitness and organized sport opportunities, including afterschool activities and events throughout the year.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English. The school prepares students for internationally recognized external examinations, including DELF, TOEFL, SAT, IGCSE, AS and A-Levels.
Reputation

Accreditations
ISC-Doha holds international accreditation and is locally recognized by the Qatar Ministry of Education.
Admissions

Admissions
1. School Tour. Families are encouraged to visit the school for a tour of the campus and to speak with admissions staff. Appointments can be made through the school administration. A virtual tour is available if needed. 2. Application and Required Documents. Parents may apply online by filling in the Application Form or obtain the application pack at the reception desk and apply in person. Required documents include three recent passport-sized photos of the applicant, latest school reports, copies of the applicant's passport and both parents' passports, birth certificate, vaccination card, health evaluation certificate, Hamad Health Card, and copies of Qatar IDs for the applicant and parents, plus an employment certificate and a signed Guarantee Form. After the application is submitted, the admissions office schedules a school presentation for applicants and parents. There is no application deadline; applications are accepted based on spaces available throughout the school year. 3. Admission Decisions. Admissions decisions are made after careful evaluation of candidates, including results of diagnostic testing and previous school records. Additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the ability of ISC-Doha to accommodate the candidate's needs. A final admission decision cannot be made without the required documentation, and once accepted and the fees are paid, a place is reserved. 4. Admissions Policy and Placement. ISC-Doha operates a non-selective admission policy; acceptance is based on academic attainment rather than age (with age acting as a limiting factor) and there can be up to a two-year age range within a class. There are no academic requirements for Levels A, B and C (three to five and a half years of age); these students are interviewed and must be toilet-trained and able to follow simple instructions. All other prospective students take diagnostic tests in core subjects to determine placement; the school may employ strategies such as summer school or extra lessons, and provides special academic support when needed. Appointments for diagnostic testing can be arranged through the admissions office.
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