Swiss International School Qatar
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$15K - US$20K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~830
Location: Al Luqta, Doha
Updated April 2026
In Brief
SISQ is worth a look if you want a full IB pathway with trilingual instruction at fees below the ASD ceiling. It is a young school still finding its feet, so visit before committing and ask specific questions about staffing continuity and facilities plans.
SISQ opened in 2017 and now holds CIS accreditation, which is a credible external marker for a school of its age. The full IB continuum runs from PYP through MYP and DP, with English, French, and German used as languages of instruction alongside Arabic. That trilingual structure sets it apart from every other IB school in Doha and is a genuine draw for families whose children will move between European and international systems.
The school is still relatively young and growing. Around 830 students is a manageable size, and the close-knit community comes up consistently in parent accounts. Facilities are more limited than at Education City or the larger established schools. The 2025 university outcomes - 170-plus offers across 15 countries - suggest the academic programme is working, but a single cohort year does not make a track record.
Fees at PYP level come in below the main competitors, but DP at QAR 74,017 puts it on a par with ASD and above Compass. The Al Luqta location sits north of the city centre; confirm commute times from your area and ask about school transport before visiting. It is also worth asking about leadership continuity and the school's longer-term development plans.
What parents value
- –CIS-accredited and the only school in Doha offering a trilingual IB pathway in English, French, and German alongside Arabic. Useful for families with European connections or a posting that may follow.
- –Class of 2025 produced 170-plus university offers across 15 countries. Close community and a manageable school size that makes it easier to build relationships with teachers.
Points of consideration
- –Founded 2017 - a shorter track record than most schools at this fee level. Ask about staff turnover, facilities investment plans, and what has changed in leadership since the school opened.
- –Al Luqta is not central. Confirm the commute from your compound or villa and ask about available transport options. Facilities are more limited than at larger established schools.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| PYP (PK1 - Grade 5) | 3 | NaN |
| MYP (Grade 6 - Grade 10) | 11 | NaN |
| DP (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 |
|---|---|
| Registration (non-refundable) | NaN |
Academic Results
| Class of 2025 university offers | 170+ across 15+ countries |
Key results: Class of 2025 university offers 170+ across 15+ countries.
Extra Curriculars
SISQ runs a co-curricular programme alongside the IB framework, with activities across arts, sports, and languages. Ask the school for the current list and after-school schedule - provision has been growing as enrolment builds.
The school week follows Qatar's Sunday-to-Thursday calendar. The Al Luqta campus is a single site, which keeps the community together across all year levels.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- CIS (Council of International Schools) accreditation granted.
Accreditations
- CIS (Council of International Schools)
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
SISQ draws around 830 students to its Al Luqta campus, with a mix of nationalities reflecting Doha's professional expatriate population. The trilingual structure attracts families with European backgrounds or connections to French- or German-speaking school systems.
Leadership
Dr. James W. Pilton
Dr. James W. Pilton has been Director of SISQ since 2021. It is worth asking the school directly about leadership continuity and the Director's longer-term plans for the school's development.