Qatar Academy Al Wakra is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Al Wakra, Qatar. Founded in 2011. It serves 1,500 students for students aged 3–17. Annual tuition ranges from $13,699 to $19,178 USD.
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About
Qatar Academy Al Wakra is a private, coeducational day school in Al Wakra, Qatar, authorized to offer all three IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (authorized 2018), Middle Years Programme (authorized 2018), and Diploma Programme (authorized 2020). Instruction is provided in both English and Arabic.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Full IB continuum school (PYP through Diploma) with bilingual Arabic and English instruction in Qatar.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 6-10 | QR 15,763 |
| Grade 11-12 | QR 21,308 |
| Pre-3/Pre-4 | QR 10,540 |
| Kindergarten-Grade 5 | QR 12,579 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: QR50,000 - QR70,000 per annum. Application fee: $137.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application via the OpenApply admissions portal. 2) Admissions review — the school contacts families as part of the review process. 3) Pay non-refundable application fee (QAR 500) and registration fee (QAR 3,000) to confirm a place. 4) Annual re-enrolment fee (QAR 1,000) required to reserve a place for the following year, deducted from the first term invoice. 5) Withdrawal requires submission of an online withdrawal form; processed within three working days with an exit interview with the school director.
Admissions Details
School Day
Pre 3, Pre 4 and KG operate from 6:45 am to 12:00 pm. Primary School (Grades 1–5) runs 6:45 am to 2:00 pm, with Tuesday early dismissal at 12:00 pm. Secondary School (Grades 6–12) runs 6:45 am to 2:00 pm, with Tuesday early dismissal at 1:00 pm.
Student Life
Uniforms are supplied through Noble House, the Qatar Foundation authorised distributor for school apparel. Families can order online via the Noble House online shop using a school access code, purchase at a Barwa Commercial Avenue pop-up sale, or visit a local store. Families are advised to purchase in July to avoid the August rush.
The school has a cafeteria with a dining hall that can seat around 700 students. The on-site kitchen is equipped with modern cooking equipment to support the school's dining services. Lunch fees are charged separately: Pre-3/Pre-4 QAR 1,800/year, Kindergarten QAR 3,450/year, Grade 1–5 QAR 3,960/year.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is addressed through a holistic approach within the IB framework and school-wide wellness initiatives, including access to school-based supports as part of student services.
Safeguarding and child protection are maintained through school policies and procedures aligned with international accreditation standards; all staff are trained to promote student safety and wellbeing.
Student Demographics
School Background
private