Doha British School - Ain Khaled is a A Levels / UK / IBDP / IGCSE school in Doha, Qatar. Founded in 1997. Annual tuition ranges from $6,622 to $19,071 USD.
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About
Doha British School - Ain Khaled is a co-educational day school located in Doha, Qatar, serving students aged 3 to 18. The school offers a British-based curriculum including A Levels, IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme, with English as the language of instruction.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
British curriculum school in Qatar offering A Levels, IGCSE, and IB Diploma Programme for students from age 3 to 18.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1-6 | QAR 9,787~$ 2,689 |
| Year 7-9 | QAR 12,487~$ 3,430 |
| Reception | QAR 9,413~$ 2,586 |
| Pre-School | QAR 6,422~$ 1,764 |
| Year 10-11 | QAR 13,573~$ 3,729 |
| Year 12-13 | QAR 18,455~$ 5,070 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: QAR 24,101 - 69,411. Application fee: $96.
Admissions Process
- 1Read the Admissions Policy. Step 2: Complete the Admission and Medical Form with all required documents and return to the Admissions Office. Step 3: Pay the non-refundable application fee (QAR 350) to the Finance Office. Step 4: Child may be invited to a formal assessment (non-refundable assessment fee QAR 300); assessments are age-appropriate and include CAT for Years 7–12. Step 5: Overseas applicants email completed forms to [email protected]; fees paid by bank transfer and online assessments coordinated remotely. Step 6–8: Sixth Form applicants (IB Diploma, AS/A Levels, BTEC) must meet specific IGCSE entry requirements and submit predicted or actual grades for coordinator review before a provisional place is offered.
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School Day
Gates open at 6:45 am. Primary and Secondary start at 7:00 am. Early Years runs 7:00 am–1:00 pm; Primary 7:00 am–2:00 pm; Secondary 7:00 am–2:00 pm. Morning break 8:55–9:15 am; lunch 10:55–11:35 am. Day finishes at 2:00 pm, with ECAs often extending to 3:00 pm.
Student Life
Students are assigned to houses representing elements of Qatar and participate in inter-house competitions throughout the year, earning recognition through house points. The system fosters a sense of belonging and active participation in school life.
Uniforms are required for all students. Primary: DBS polo shirt with skorts/shorts and an optional navy jumper/fleece. Sixth Form: blazer and tie, white shirt, and black trousers or skirt. Uniforms are purchasable from Zak Uniform Store Doha (Al Rayyan Municipality, Industrial Area Road).
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
A Wellbeing Counselling Team provides one-on-one school-based counselling and small-group interventions (5–6 sessions) aligned with the SEL curriculum, collaborating with teachers to remove barriers to learning. Mental Health Awareness Week is led by Mind Your Health Ltd and the school counselling team, demonstrating ongoing commitment to student mental health.
Safeguarding is a core responsibility. The school is committed to protecting students from harm and promoting welfare in a safe, secure environment. Safeguarding contacts are published for Primary and Secondary staff, and an e-safety policy documents proactive safeguarding policies and procedures.
Student Demographics
School Background
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