Doha College
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$13K - US$22K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~2,000
Location: Al Wajba, Doha
Updated April 2026
In Brief
Doha College is the clearest choice for British-curriculum families in Qatar if academic results matter. It's the only school in Qatar structured as not for profit, which means fees stay reasonable and surplus is reinvested rather than paid out.
Doha College sits at the top of the British market in Qatar by almost every measure. BSO rated it Outstanding across all categories in 2023, and it's the only Qatar school in the Spear's global Top 100 for both 2025 and 2026. Structured as not for profit, all surplus is reinvested and the Ministry approves fee increases.
Al Wajba is west of the city centre, which puts it 20 to 30 minutes from West Bay or Al Waab at reasonable times of day. Families who've been at the school for several years consistently mention the academic rigour and the degree to which teachers track individual students. IGCSE and A-Level outcomes are strong for the region, and 6th Form university placements hold up well.
The capital charge sits on top of tuition: QAR 8,000 per year for primary, QAR 5,000 for secondary. The real annual cost is higher than the headline tuition figure, so confirm the full total before budgeting. Demand is high and the school is popular, so mid-year admissions can be difficult.
What parents value
- –BSO Outstanding (2023, all categories) and Spear's global Top 100 - the strongest independent external validation of any British school in Qatar. Structured as not for profit, so fees are purpose-driven.
- –Strong IGCSE and A-Level results with a track record of UK university placements. Covers FS1 to Year 13 on a single campus, so there's no transition between schools mid-journey.
Points of consideration
- –Al Wajba campus is a meaningful drive from most residential areas in Doha's east and centre. Factor commute time into the decision, particularly for younger children.
- –Capital charge of QAR 5,000 to 8,000 per year adds to tuition. The school is heavily oversubscribed, so mid-year places are hard to secure.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 & FS2 | 3 | NaN |
| Year 1 - Year 6 | 5 | NaN |
| Year 7 - Year 11 | 11 | NaN |
| Year 12 - Year 13 (6th Form) | 16 | NaN |
Fees converted from QAR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration (one-off) | NaN |
| Stationery deposit (one-off) | NaN |
| Capital charge (FS1-Year 6, per year) | NaN |
| Capital charge (Year 7-Year 13, per year) | NaN |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Doha College runs a full co-curricular programme on the Al Wajba campus, covering sports, arts, music, and enrichment activities. Ask the admissions team for the current calendar and transport arrangements.
The school week runs Sunday through Thursday. The single-campus model means the whole community shares one site from FS1 to Year 13, which keeps the community tight across age groups.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- Outstanding in all categories - the top rating across all inspection areas.
Accreditations
- BSO - Outstanding (2023)
- Spear's Top 100 Global Schools 2025 & 2026
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Doha College draws around 2,000 students from 68 nationalities. Long-term Doha residents sit alongside recently posted families, and the school's academic character means competition for places is real.
Leadership
David Tongue
David Tongue has led Doha College since 2020/2021. Under his leadership the school received BSO Outstanding ratings in all categories and entered the Spear's global Top 100 schools index.