Newton British School Al Waab is a UK school in Doha, Qatar. It serves 700 students for students aged 3–12. Annual tuition ranges from $8,124 to $9,961 USD.
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About
Newton British School Al Waab is a co-educational day school located in the Al Waab district of Doha, Qatar. It follows the British curriculum and provides instruction in English for students aged 3 to 12. The school currently enrols approximately 700 pupils.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Part of the Newton Group of Schools with multiple Doha campuses. QNSA accredited. Offers an enhanced British curriculum for EYFS and Primary. Campus includes air-conditioned gymnasium, outdoor swimming pool, astro-turf pitch, ICT suite, science lab, music room and library. Innovative programmes for gifted and talented learners. Student Council and Philosophy for Children (P4C) develop leadership and critical thinking.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Years 1-6 | QAR 9,961~$ 2,737 |
| Foundation 1 | QAR 8,124~$ 2,232 |
| Foundation 2 | QAR 9,413~$ 2,586 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: QAR 29,651 - 36,353. Application fee: $57.
Admissions Process
- 1Admissions are based on past school records and an entrance assessment; in some cases an interview and English proficiency test may be required. Required documents include passport photos, passport and QID copies for child and both parents, previous school report (attested by home country Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar Embassy, and Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs), immunization record, medical form, fee regulation form, and birth certificate. All documents must be submitted before the entrance exam date. After submission, applicants pay a non-refundable entrance exam fee (QAR 208) and schedule a test by appointment. After the assessment, the school notifies by phone or email. To confirm a place, the non-refundable registration fee (QAR 3,797) must be paid at the Accounts Office.
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School Day
Sunday to Thursday. EYFS: 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Primary: 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Office hours: 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Student Life
Uniform required for all pupils. All students wear a white shirt. KG boys: tartan Bermuda shorts or tartan trousers; KG girls: tartan pinafore. Years 1–6 boys: navy Bermuda shorts or navy trousers; Years 1–6 girls: tartan skort. Older year groups (Year 7–12, at other campuses): boys wear navy trousers, girls wear navy girlstrouser. Uniforms ordered from the Newton Uniform shop at uniform.newtonschools.qa.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school emphasises a safe, supportive, calm, trusting and caring atmosphere. On-site nurse's clinic provides health support at all times. Anti-Bullying Policy includes counselling and steps to support students. Citizenship lessons, circle times and assemblies promote wellbeing and a positive, inclusive school culture.
The Anti-Bullying Policy states students have a right to learn free from intimidation and fear. Reported incidents are investigated; teachers and school leaders are responsible for supervising, listening to students, reporting concerns and following up. Procedures include incident recording, parental involvement and potential referrals to professionals. An on-site nurse provides health safeguarding.
Student Demographics
School Background
private