Newton International School West Bay is a British Curriculum / English National Curriculum school in Doha, Qatar. Founded in 2006. Annual tuition ranges from $4,862 to $7,862 USD.
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About
Newton International School West Bay is a private co-educational day school located in the West Bay district of Doha, Qatar, serving children aged 3 to 11 from Early Years Foundation Stage through Primary Year 6. It follows the English National Curriculum integrated with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History, and holds British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation as part of the Newton Group of Schools. The school emphasises character education, inclusive SEN and EAL support, and student wellbeing through its SMSC and PSHE programmes.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Newton International School West Bay is BSO-accredited and follows the English National Curriculum integrated with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History. It is part of the Newton Group of Schools, holds CIS membership and Cambridge, Edexcel, Sapere Bronze/Silver, and MOEHE accreditations, and offers gifted and talented programmes including the Internewton Gifted and Talented Event.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Years 1-6 | QAR 7,862~$ 2,160 |
| Foundation 1 | QAR 4,862~$ 1,336 |
| Foundation 2 | QAR 6,606~$ 1,815 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: QAR 17,700 - 28,620. Application fee: $58.
Admissions Process
- 1Admission based on past school records, entrance assessment, and sometimes interview and English proficiency test; qualified students admitted first-come first-served. Step 2: Previous school report must be attested by home country Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar Embassy, and Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Step 3: Submit four passport photos, copies of applicant and parent passports and QIDs, previous school report, immunization records, medical form, signed Fee Regulation form, and birth certificate. Step 4: Apply for test date by appointment and pay QAR 210 non-refundable entrance exam fee; results communicated by phone or email. Step 5: Confirm acceptance by paying non-refundable Registration Fee at Accounts Office; places not guaranteed until fees are paid.
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School Day
EYFS sessions run from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Primary runs from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; office hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The schedule reflects a three-term year with three daily blocks for teaching.
Student Life
Uniform is compulsory for all students. KG girls wear tartan pinafores; KG boys wear tartan shorts. Primary and older students wear white shirts with navy bottoms; girls may wear tartan skirts or skorts. Uniforms are purchased through the Newton uniform shop.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is embedded within the SMSC policy, with emotional check-ins and dedicated wellbeing support systems. PSHE and Character Education lessons develop virtues such as resilience, empathy, and self-awareness. Reflective practices, Philosophy for Children (P4C), and supportive classroom environments foster belonging and emotional intelligence.
A Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy designates a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and deputies, with the Head of Primary serving as DSL for Primary and the EYFS Coordinator as DSL for Kindergarten. Staff receive training and follow clear reporting procedures. Written records are kept confidential and secure; policy is reviewed annually.
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School Background
Part of the Newton Group of Schools, a private network of schools in Qatar operating under a group governance model across multiple campuses.