School Fees in Doha 2026
Compare annual tuition across 243 schools in Doha. See the typical fee range, the most affordable schools, and how fees vary by curriculum and stage.
Based on each school's starting annual tuition, across 243 schools with published fees.
How much do school fees cost in Doha?
Choosing a school in Doha comes down to balancing tuition against curriculum, location and facilities. Across 243 schools with published fees, annual tuition runs from 2,000 QAR to 119,880 QAR, with a typical fee of about 18,375 QAR. The lower end is mostly national-curriculum and community schools, while international schools — British, American and IB — sit at the premium end.
This guide compares those 243 schools so you can see at a glance where fees sit in Doha, which schools are the most affordable, and how costs shift by curriculum and by stage. Every figure here is starting annual tuition; the exact amount can change by grade and usually excludes transport, registration and materials.
Cheapest schools in Doha
Schools with the lowest starting annual tuition.
| School | Curriculum | Type | From (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELE FRIENDS NURSERY | British | Nursery | QAR 2000 |
| Sara nursery | Qatari | Nursery | QAR 2900 |
| Honey Pot Nursery | British | Nursery | QAR 2950 |
| Bangladesh MHM School & College | Bangladeshi | Community | QAR 3750 |
| Pakistan International School Qatar | Pakistani | Community | QAR 3880 |
| Ideal Indian School | Indian | International | QAR 3990 |
| M.E.S Indian Islamic School | Indian | International | QAR 4252 |
| Turkish School | Turkish | Community | QAR 4500 |
| ShantiNiketan Indian School | Indian | International | QAR 5335 |
| Pak Shama School | Pakistani | Community | QAR 5386 |
Most expensive schools in Doha
Schools with the highest starting annual tuition.
| School | Curriculum | Type | From (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Nursery | British | Nursery | QAR 119880 |
| Al Tamakon AlShamla School | Qatari | National | QAR 93770 |
| Qatar Academy for Science & Technology-QAST | STEM | International | QAR 74556 |
| Compass International School | British | International | QAR 62117 |
| American School of Doha | American | International | QAR 60982 |
| Swiss International School | IB | International | QAR 55750 |
| Tariq Bin Ziad School | IB | International | QAR 55000 |
| Hamilton International School | IB | International | QAR 55000 |
| International School for Medical Science and Engineering (debaky) | American | International | QAR 51064 |
| Little Steamers Nursery | American | Nursery | QAR 49200 |
Fees by curriculum
| Curriculum | Schools | From | Typical | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British | 132 | QAR 2000 | QAR 22750 | QAR 119880 |
| Indian | 25 | QAR 3990 | QAR 8000 | QAR 13000 |
| American | 21 | QAR 10162 | QAR 17600 | QAR 60982 |
| Qatari | 20 | QAR 2900 | QAR 16625 | QAR 93770 |
| French | 8 | QAR 15750 | QAR 23087 | QAR 41243 |
| IB | 7 | QAR 30650 | QAR 46033 | QAR 55750 |
| Tunisian | 4 | QAR 14959 | QAR 15762 | QAR 17500 |
| Montessori | 3 | QAR 18000 | QAR 30000 | QAR 37800 |
| Pakistani | 3 | QAR 3880 | QAR 5386 | QAR 5880 |
| Canadai | 2 | QAR 25094 | QAR 28747 | QAR 32400 |
| German | 2 | QAR 28000 | QAR 29544 | QAR 31088 |
| Filipino | 2 | QAR 6229 | QAR 6865 | QAR 7500 |
| Lebanese | 2 | QAR 15300 | QAR 15300 | QAR 15300 |
| Egyptian Experimental | 2 | QAR 6260 | QAR 7130 | QAR 8000 |
| Syrian | 2 | QAR 7640 | QAR 8070 | QAR 8500 |
| STEM | 1 | QAR 74556 | QAR 74556 | QAR 74556 |
| Jordanian | 1 | QAR 8000 | QAR 8000 | QAR 8000 |
| Palestinian | 1 | QAR 6320 | QAR 6320 | QAR 6320 |
| Turkish | 1 | QAR 4500 | QAR 4500 | QAR 4500 |
| Sudanese | 1 | QAR 5750 | QAR 5750 | QAR 5750 |
| Egyptian General | 1 | QAR 7500 | QAR 7500 | QAR 7500 |
| SABIS | 1 | QAR 17417 | QAR 17417 | QAR 17417 |
| Bangladeshi | 1 | QAR 3750 | QAR 3750 | QAR 3750 |
Fees by stage
| Stage | Schools | From | Typical | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinder | 205 | QAR 2000 | QAR 21600 | QAR 119880 |
| Primary | 135 | QAR 3880 | QAR 22000 | QAR 93770 |
| Middle | 93 | QAR 4450 | QAR 28900 | QAR 93770 |
| Highschool | 81 | QAR 4500 | QAR 38700 | QAR 93770 |
What affects school fees in Doha?
Several things move a school's price up or down:
Curriculum
International programmes (British, American, IB) cost more than national-curriculum schools because of accreditation, specialist staff and resources.
Education stage
Fees usually rise from kindergarten through to high school as teaching becomes more specialised.
Facilities & activities
Labs, sports, arts and technology raise a school's running costs — and its fees.
Location & reputation
Established schools in sought-after districts often command higher fees.
Costs beyond tuition
The headline fee rarely tells the whole story. In Doha, families typically also budget for one-off registration or application fees, transport, uniforms, books and supplies, and activity or exam fees. Ask each school for a full annual breakdown — including any sibling or early-payment discounts — before you compare.
How to choose a school within your budget
Start by setting a realistic annual budget, then shortlist schools whose starting fees fall within it — the tables above make that quick. Narrow further by curriculum, stage and distance from home, and remember to factor in the extra costs above. Once you have two or three strong matches, contact them to confirm current fees and availability.
Frequently asked questions
How much are school fees in Doha?
Across 243 schools in Doha, annual tuition is typically around 18,375 QAR, ranging from 2,000 QAR to 119,880 QAR.
What are the cheapest schools in Doha?
The most affordable schools start from about 2,000 QAR per year — see the full list above.
Do school fees vary by curriculum?
Yes. International curricula (British, American, IB) are usually more expensive than national-curriculum schools. See the by-curriculum breakdown above.
Do the fees include transport and books?
Usually not. Tuition is typically separate from transport, uniforms, books and registration — check each school for additional fees.
Are international schools in Doha more expensive?
Generally yes. International-curriculum schools (British, American, IB) usually charge more than national-curriculum schools — see the by-curriculum breakdown above for the typical range in Doha.
Can school fees be paid in installments?
Many schools in Doha offer termly or monthly installment plans, and some give sibling or early-payment discounts. Availability varies by school, so confirm directly with each one.