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Al Wataniya International School has instruction in English.
Location
AWIS is located in Zone 66, Street 745, Building 20 on Dohat Al Khaima Street in the Leqtaifiya / West Bay Lagoon Area of Doha, Qatar. The address places the school in north Doha, near Qatar University and the Lagoon area, with the Doha Golf Club nearby. The school's contact details show the address and a Doha-based location.
Stages
AWIS is a British-style international primary school serving children from Foundation Stage 1 (3-4 years old) up to Year 6 (10-11 years old). Year Groups are aligned with the English National Curriculum, and the school explicitly notes it serves ages 3–11. Foundation Stage through Year 6 is organized into Early Years (FS1–FS2) and Key Stages 1 and 2.
Type
The school is co-educational and described as a British-style international primary school. It is British-managed and serves multiple nationalities; the site notes a gender-mixed student body and a UK-style education. Boarding facilities are not indicated; AWIS operates as a day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
AWIS hosts students from more than 50 nationalities. No single nationality makes up more than about 19% of the student body. The most represented nationalities include Jordanian, Egyptian, British, Qatari, American, Spanish, and Turkish, among others.
Additional learning support
AWIS emphasises a child-centred, supportive learning approach and uses Monster Phonics from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 2, a programme described as designed to support all learners, including those who may need extra help. Regular assessment and a particular focus on individual progress are highlighted in the learning materials.
Country affiliation
The school follows the National Curriculum of England and is presented as a British-style international school, rather than affiliated to a specific country. This is reflected in its curriculum and stated approach.
Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation indicated. Islamic Studies is included as a compulsory subject for Years 1–6 (delivered in English or Arabic as appropriate), and Arabic language and Qatar History are part of the core curriculum.
School day structure
The school day runs from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm during term time, with Sunday through Thursday as the active school days in Qatar. Friday and weekend days are closed.
Bus service
AWIS does not publish a dedicated school bus service on its site. Public transit options are available in the area; the nearest Doha Metro light-rail access point is the Marina station, about a 9-minute walk from the school. Families often use private transport or public transit when convenient.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Al Wataniya International School ranges from QAR 27,316 to QAR 31,815 for 2026/27.
Application and assessment fee
- QR 500 — payable at the time a child is assessed for a place.
Registration fee (one-off, payable when offer is accepted)
- QR 2,000 — Foundation Stage (KG) and Year 1. - QR 2,300 — Years 2 to 6.
Annual tuition fees by year group (recurring)
- Foundation Stage (KG): QR 27,316 per year. - Term fee: the annual tuition is split into three term fees and invoiced pro rata by the number of days in each term; a simple 3-way split of the listed annual fee would be approximately QR 9,105.33 per term (actual term invoices are calculated pro rata).
- Years 1 to 6: QR 31,185 per year. - Term fee: the annual tuition is split into three term fees and invoiced pro rata by the number of days in each term; a simple 3-way split of the listed annual fee would be QR 10,395.00 per term (actual term invoices are calculated pro rata).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The annual tuition is divided into three Term Fees. Term Fees are invoiced one month before the start of each term and are due by the first day of the term. All invoices are issued in advance. Payment in full is required during the first week of the term they relate to. Incidental charges (for example, activity fees or after-school charges) are invoiced as required.
Boarding fees
- Not applicable. The school operates as a primary day school (Foundation Stage and Years 1–6) and does not provide boarding.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- After School Club: there is a nominal charge for the After School Club (Foundation Stage and an after-school option for other year groups). Extra-curricular activities (ECAs) and any additional supervised services are charged separately and invoiced as required.
- Uniform: school uniform items are stocked and sold at the school office; discounted uniform packs are offered for new students. Parents should expect to purchase required uniform items from the school (costs vary by item and pack).
- Other incidental costs: additional incidental charges (for example, specific activity fees, resources or optional services) will be invoiced as required.
Refund information
- The publicly published fee summary and fee schedule reference the application, registration and tuition structure but do not set out detailed refund terms in the same fee summary text. Refund conditions and any terms for repayment of deposits or partial-term refunds are not detailed in the published fee summary. For formal refund terms that apply to registration, deposits, or withdrawal, contact the school finance office.
Fee payment options
- The published fee information states invoices are issued in advance and payment is required by the term deadlines, but it does not list specific accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) in the public fee summary. For the school's accepted payment methods and any details on bank/transfer or card payment instructions, use the school's finance contact details.
Practical contact for payment questions
- Phone: (+974) 4017-4930. - Email: info@awisdoha.com. Use these contacts for invoicing queries, payment method instructions, and any clarification on refunds or incidental charges.
Summary of sourcing and missing published detail
- The school publishes the one-off charges (Application & Assessment QR 500; Registration QR 2,000 / QR 2,300), the annual tuition amounts for Foundation Stage and Years 1–6, and the invoicing cadence (three term fees invoiced one month before each term and due by the start of term). The published material does not list specific payment method options or detailed refund/withdrawal terms within the publicly displayed fee summary. For specific merchant/payment instructions or the formal refund/withdrawal policy, contact the school finance office using the phone or email above.
Academics
Al Wataniya International School teaches British Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 11.
Curriculum
AWIS Doha delivers a British-style international curriculum anchored in the English National Curriculum, augmented by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Foundation Stage and by the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with IEYC used in the early years. The school groups learners into Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) and two Key Stages: Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6). The core curriculum mirrors the English National Curriculum for Maths, English and Science, with Maths taught via Power Maths; Arabic is taught five times per week, native Arabic speakers follow the MOE curriculum and non-native learners study Islamic Studies in English, while Qatar History is taught weekly and linked to IPC units. All students study Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History, with instruction streamed by Arabic-language ability (Arabic for native speakers; English for non-native students in Islamic Studies). The learning approach is child-centered and inquiry-based, supported by regular assessment and a broad range of extra-curricular activities to promote international mindedness.
Student Teacher Ratio
Not specified on site
Exam Results
Not publicly published
Higher Education Progression
Not specified on site
Gifted and Talented
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Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Complete the Expression of Interest Form. The online form is quick to complete and without obligation. It provides basic details for you and your child and ensures you will be contacted by the Admissions Team when an Open Day is held or new student assessments are scheduled. The time between submitting the form and being contacted for assessment varies depending on year group vacancies and the time of year. 2. School Tour. You will be invited to meet the Admissions Team, tour the school, and ask questions. The tour and the assessment may be combined in a single visit. A QR500 assessment fee is payable at the time of the assessment. 3. Student Assessment. All students are assessed to ensure AWIS is the right school for them and that they are applying for a suitable year group. There is no pass or fail cut-off; placement depends on the year group and the student's development. For Foundation Stage, the assessment focuses on social skills and readiness for formal schooling. For primary, the assessment evaluates English (spoken and written) and mathematics, plus social skills. Whenever possible, the tour and assessment are combined. 4. Assessment Result. Results are typically emailed to parents within 2 or 3 days of the assessment. The result will normally be either a firm offer of a place with a confirmed year group and start date; or confirmation of a successful outcome with the student placed on a waiting list until a firm start date can be confirmed; or a regret that a place cannot be offered. The school does not assess students unless there is a realistic prospect of a place becoming available in the near future. 5. Acceptance of Offer. If a place is offered, the offer is valid for one week. If not accepted within that time, the offer lapses so that the school can offer the place to the next person on the waiting list. To accept the offer, parents must pay the Registration Fee to guarantee the place. The Registration Fee is QR2,000 for Foundation Stage and Year 1, or QR2,300 for Years 2-6. 6. Before Starting. An AWIS Application Form must be fully completed, signed and submitted to the School Office before a child can commence. More detailed information on supporting documentation can be found on the Admission Requirements page. The Application Form is downloadable as a PDF.
Waitlist
There is a waiting list for some year groups. After the assessment, a successful outcome may be followed by placement on the waiting list until a firm offer of a start date can be confirmed. AWIS notes that assessment occurs only when there is a realistic prospect of a place becoming available in the near future.
