SEK International School Qatar
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$8K - US$17K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~500
Location: West Bay, Doha
Updated April 2026
In Brief
SEK Qatar is the only full IB school in Doha with a Spanish heritage, which makes it a natural fit for Spanish-speaking families or those who want a bilingual IB programme. It's smaller and newer than the IB heavyweights in the city, and worth visiting to judge the community feel for yourself.
SEK International School Qatar has run the full IB continuum - PYP, MYP, and Diploma - since opening in Doha in 2013. Part of SEK Education Group, which was founded in Spain in 1892 and now operates schools across Europe and the Middle East, the school brings English and Spanish dual instruction that is genuinely unusual in Qatar. NEASC has accredited the school, and the IBO has authorised all three programmes. Around 60 nationalities are represented on the West Bay campus, with Arabic taught as a compulsory language throughout.
The West Bay location on Al Farouq Street is central - straightforward for families in Pearl, Lusail, or the city's northern residential areas. The IB Diploma curriculum at Grade 11 to 12 runs at QAR 63,099 in tuition, with IB exam fees of QAR 2,800 additional - families should budget for the full QAR 65,899 at senior level. Spanish instruction runs alongside English from Preschool upward, which means children entering at primary or secondary with no Spanish background will need a settling-in period. The school is part of a group with 7,000-plus students globally, but the Doha campus itself has a smaller, more intimate character than the large-volume British schools in the city.
SEK Qatar is a younger school (opened 2013) and has less independent parent review data than the established names in this guide. The feedback that does exist is genuinely mixed: some families describe an engaging, flexible environment; others have flagged concerns about facilities relative to fees. The school does not operate school transport and offers no sibling discounts, both of which are worth factoring into the logistics and cost calculation. Visiting the school during a normal day and asking for parent references is more important here than at the schools with ten-plus years of established community sentiment.
What parents value
- –The only full IB continuum school in Qatar with bilingual English and Spanish instruction - a clear differentiator for Spanish-speaking families or those who want European dual-language education. NEASC-accredited and IBO-authorised across all three IB programmes.
- –West Bay location is central and convenient. Part of SEK Education Group (founded 1892) with 7,000-plus students globally, giving the Doha campus access to group curriculum resources.
Points of consideration
- –No school transport and no sibling discounts - both add to logistics and cost for families with multiple children or those living further from West Bay. Confirm the practical arrangements for your situation before committing.
- –Independent parent feedback is limited and mixed. The school opened in 2013, which is younger than most others in this guide. A school visit during term time and direct parent references are more important here than for longer-established schools.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool 3 | 3 | NaN |
| Preschool 4 - Preschool 5 | 4 | NaN |
| Grade 1 - Grade 6 | 6 | NaN |
| Grade 7 - Grade 10 | 12 | NaN |
| Grade 11 - Grade 12 | 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 |
|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | NaN |
| Registration fee | NaN |
| Reservation fee | NaN |
| IB exam fees (Grade 11-12, additional) | NaN |
Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
SEK Qatar runs co-curricular activities within the IB framework, with the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) programme forming a core part of the Diploma years. Spanish-language activities and cultural events reflect the school's European heritage. Ask the admissions team for the current activities list and what a normal week looks like for your child's year group.
The school week follows Qatar's Sunday-to-Thursday schedule. SEK does not operate school transport - families arrange their own drop-off and collection. The West Bay campus on Al Farouq Street is central, but parking in the area during peak drop-off times is worth factoring into your daily routine.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) formally accredited. IBO authorised for PYP, MYP, and DP.
Accreditations
- NEASC (Commission on International Education) - Formally accredited
- IB World School - PYP, MYP, DP
Memberships
- SEK Education Group
Student Body
SEK Qatar enrols students from around 60 nationalities across Preschool through Grade 12. The bilingual English and Spanish instruction attracts a mix of Spanish-speaking families and internationally mobile families seeking IB education with a European dimension.
Leadership
School leadership
Contact SEK International School Qatar for current leadership details. The school is part of SEK Education Group and has operated in Doha since 2013.