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ACS Doha International School

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 56,661 - 85,817
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Typical class size 22

Building no 10 Street No 161 Area number/Zone 70, Doha, Qatar

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The Essentials

ACS Doha International School has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
ACS Doha International School is located in Al Kheesa, Doha, Qatar. The address is Building No 10, Street No 161, Zone 70 (PO Box 200568). The campus sits off Al Shamal Road and is designed to serve the expanding northern areas of Doha, with good access to Lusail and The Pearl. The new Al Kheesa campus opened in 2020 and covers a large, purpose-built site.

Stages
The school serves early childhood through to Grade 12. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-11, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-16, and both the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and the US High School Diploma (US) for ages 16-18. This creates a continuum that combines IB with American pathway options.

Type
ACS Doha is a co-educational, day school. It operates as a non-boarding international school serving both local and international families.

Pupil Nationality Mix
ACS Doha has a diverse student body representing more than 70 nationalities and over 900 students in total. While the exact local-to-international ratio and the most represented nationalities are not published, the school emphasizes an international community.

Additional learning support
ACS Doha provides Learning Support and English as an Additional Language (EAL). Specialists design individualized learning plans, offer targeted interventions, and provide in-class accommodations to support learners. Regular collaboration with families and, when needed, outside specialists, underpins the support approach.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation for ACS Doha. The school functions as an international IB/US pathway school in Qatar and is part of the Artemis Education family.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated. The school presents itself as an international, secular learning community emphasizing inclusivity for students from all backgrounds.

School day structure
The school operates a Sunday–Thursday schedule, with start times in the early morning and end times varying by division. Typical day starts around 7:00–7:15 and ends between 1:10–3:00 depending on year group. The academic calendar for 2025–26 confirms the early start of the year and standard instructional days.

Bus service
ACS Doha has a public bus network serving the area around Al Shaqab and Al Gharrafa; routes M205 and T607 stop near the school. Families may also arrange school transport via the admissions team; the school's published information directs inquiries to the main contact.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at ACS Doha International School ranges from QAR 56,661 to QAR 85,817 for 2026/27.

Application & registration fees
- Application fee: QAR 595 (one-off, non-refundable) payable with each application.
- Registration fee: QAR 4,163 (non-refundable) payable after acceptance and before a place can be confirmed.
- Pre-registration deposit (existing students): QAR 2,000 (non-refundable and non-transferable). This deposit is payable at pre-registration and is deducted from the first semester tuition invoice each year.

Tuition fees (semester and annual) by year group
- Pre K3, Pre K4 & Kindergarten (ages 3–6): Semester 1 QAR 25,654; Semester 2 QAR 25,655; Annual QAR 51,309.
- Grade 1 (ages 6–7): Semester 1 QAR 31,992; Semester 2 QAR 31,993; Annual QAR 63,985.
- Grades 2–6 (ages 7–12): Semester 1 QAR 35,162; Semester 2 QAR 35,162; Annual QAR 70,324.
- Grades 7–12 (ages 12–18): Semester 1 QAR 40,232; Semester 2 QAR 40,233; Annual QAR 80,465.

Annual capital charge
- Annual capital charge: QAR 5,352 (non-refundable). This charge is added to the first tuition fee invoice each year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoicing: Parents receive two electronic invoices per academic year (one per semester). Invoices must be settled in full by the published due date.
- Invoice dates for the 2025–2026 academic year: 1st semester issue date 12 June 2025; 1st semester due date 31 August 2025. 2nd semester issue date 20 November 2025; 2nd semester due date 23 January 2026.
- Any bank charges incurred when transferring funds are debited to the student's school-fees account and must be paid to clear the account.

Payment methods
- Bank transfer (wire/online banking): account name ACS International School Doha; Commercial Bank of Qatar; Account number 4560-770890-001; IBAN QA57 CBQA 0000 0000 4560 7708 9000 1; Swift CBQA QAQA. Quote student name or account number on transfers.
- QAR cheque: make payable to ‘ACS International School Doha LLC' and deliver to the Business Office.
- Debit or credit card: payments accepted at the Finance Office by debit/credit card.
- The school notes that other payment arrangements can be discussed with the Admissions or Finance Office; bank charges remain the payer's responsibility.

Additional costs and optional fees
- Textbooks/library: a set of textbooks is loaned; charges apply for lost or damaged books beyond fair wear and tear.
- Extra-curricular activities: some activities are free, while others incur additional charges; fees vary by activity and season.
- External examination fees and related charges: approximate examples given are around QAR 4,200 for the full IB Diploma Programme and around QAR 3,500 for the IBCP; AP standard fees QAR 720 per exam; MYP eAssessment/selected Grade 10 exam charges are anticipated around QAR 3,000 for the May 2025 session. The school reserves the right to amend examination fees if examination bodies change charges.
- University application fees: additional and variable depending on country and university choices.

Boarding fees
- Boarding fees: not applicable. No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published tuition and fees sheet.

Refund information
- Non-refundable items explicitly listed: application fee (QAR 595), registration fee (QAR 4,163), pre-registration deposit (QAR 2,000), and the annual capital charge (QAR 5,352). These are identified as non-refundable and/or non-transferable where stated.
- The tuition/withdrawal refund schedule is not specified in the tuition sheet beyond the non-refundable items above; external exam bodies' fees and other optional charges may be subject to separate refund or amendment rules as set by those bodies.

Notes on what is included in tuition
- Tuition fees include the loan of textbooks, laboratory fees, classroom materials, IT resources and curriculum-related day trips; high-school fees include technical infrastructure to support student laptops. Additional optional charges remain separate.
Academics

ACS Doha International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
ACS Doha International School offers the International Baccalaureate continuum alongside a US High School Diploma. The Early Childhood program serves ages 3-6 and is IB-based. The Primary Years Programme (ages 6-11) is IB-based. The Middle Years Programme (ages 11-16) is IB-based. In the senior years (ages 16-18), students may pursue either the IB Diploma Programme or the American High School Diploma, with an Optional Pathways framework supporting broader subject choices. The curriculum integrates IB foundations with an American-style subject pathway to support progression to universities worldwide.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Click on Apply Now to begin the process. The online application is accessed through the ACS Doha online platform, and the admissions team is available to help by email, WhatsApp, or phone if you have questions or wish to arrange a campus tour. A virtual tour is available to preview the campus. The online application is submitted through OpenApply.

2. Complete the online application form. The five‑step process is designed to gather information efficiently, with the admissions team available to assist on any aspects of the application. After starting the form, you will provide the requested information as part of the online submission.

3. Pay the accompanying application fee (QAR595). The fee is paid as part of completing the online application, and the steps outline the payment at this stage.

4. Request teacher references. As part of the application, you should arrange for teacher references to be provided to support the submission.

5. Upload supporting documents. Upload the required documents to accompany the application as indicated in the five steps. Admissions staff are available to assist if you need guidance on what to include.

Scholarships
Artemis Promise Scholarships are available at 25% and 50% of tuition fees. They are open to new students from Grade 4 to Grade 11, and applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance and proficiency in academic English.

Application process for Artemis Promise Scholarships:
1) Online application: Applications should be submitted through OpenApply.
2) Supporting documents: Applications must include documentation from the student's current school attesting to academic accomplishments and good character.
3) Tests: Applicants will take age-appropriate tests in English, Maths, and Critical Thinking.
4) Interview: Candidates will be interviewed as part of the selection process.

Decision Process: Following completion of the process, a decision is made by the Scholarship Committee, which is chaired by the Head of School. Applicants are informed of the committee's decision within five working days of testing and interviews.

Award Duration: Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis and are subject to renewal based on continued academic performance and good behaviour.

Apply now: Start your online application today for an Artemis Promise Scholarship and access a truly transformative educational experience.
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