Doha British School - Ain Khaled vs Park House English School

	D Doha British School - Ain Khaled Doha, Qatar	P Park House English School Doha, Qatar
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year QAR 24,101 - 69,411	Fees / year QAR 23,510 - 54,150
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,900	Pupils 1,400
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1994
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Ain Khaled Campus is at Rawdat Al Sagah Street, Ain Khaled, Doha, Qatar. It sits in the Ain Khaled district, a residential area northeast of central Doha, with straightforward road access. The campus address is Rawdat Al Sagah Street, Doha, Qatar, and DBS operates across three Doha campuses (Ain Khaled, Wakra and Rawdat Al Hamama).	Location Park House English School is located at 990 Mesaimeer Road, Doha, Qatar (PO Box 22215). The campus is in the Mesaimeer area and serves a diverse expatriate community. It operates as part of the International Schools Partnership and offers a British international education.
Stages	Stages DBS Ain Khaled combines Early Years Foundation Stage (Preschool to Reception), Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6) in Primary, followed by Secondary (Year 7–11) and a Sixth Form (Year 12–13). In Secondary, pupils study a broad range of subjects with IGCSE in Years 10–11 and then choose from pathways in the Sixth Form (IB Diploma, AS/A Levels and BTEC).	Stages The school caters for ages 3 to 18 (Nursery through Year 13). It comprises Early Years Foundation Stage, Primary (Key Stage 1–2), Secondary (Key Stage 3–4), and a Sixth Form.
School type	School type The school type (2-3 sentences max)	School type Park House English School is an international British school. It is co-educational and functions as a day school (no boarding facilities are listed).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix DBS serves a highly international community. Third-party sources report around 84–90 nationalities represented, with the student body described as international across its campuses. The most represented nationalities are not published, and the local-to-international ratio is not publicly disclosed.	Pupil nationality mix Park House represents students from over 70 nationalities. The most represented nationality is British. The ratio of local to international students is about 1:12.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The Inclusion Team leads provision for Additional Learning Needs/SEN across all phases. The SENCO Lead, SENCO/EAL Teacher and Learning Support Assistants coordinate accommodations, interventions and collaboration with families, ensuring access to internal and external assessments as appropriate.	Additional learning support Inclusion & SEND establishes Park House as an inclusive school aligned with UK SEND Code of Practice and MOEHE guidelines, with a referral process to identify barriers to learning and, where appropriate, engagement of external specialists. The school notes it may not be equipped to support highly complex needs, and admission may be refused for students with significant learning or behavioural difficulties.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation DBS Ain Khaled is a British international school in Doha. It follows the English National Curriculum for the core stages and offers IGCSE, AS/A Levels, IB Diploma and BTEC through its Sixth Form. The school is accredited by CIS, BSME, QNSA and BSO, and is described as a British overseas/international school in Qatar.	Country affiliation Affiliations include the Qatar Supreme Council of Education and international British accreditation bodies (BSME, BSO, Cambridge). The school is located in Qatar.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no formal religious affiliation stated for the school. (Islamic Studies may be taught as part of the Qatar curriculum where relevant, but the school does not publish a religious affiliation.)	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation: None. Islamic Education is provided for Muslim students as part of the curriculum where applicable, but the school itself has no formal religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure A typical school day starts at 7:00 am for Primary and Secondary. Early Years runs 7:00 am–1:00 pm; Primary 7:00 am–2:00 pm; Secondary 7:00 am–2:00 pm. Breaks run from 8:55 am–9:15 am and lunch from 10:55 am–11:35 am. The day finishes at 2:00 pm, with ECAs often extending to 3:00 pm. Gates open 6:45 am for drop-off.	School day structure The typical term-time week runs Sunday to Thursday, with Fridays and Saturdays off. The school day starts at 7:30 am; the EYFS/Early years finish earlier (12:00 pm for Nursery), while Reception, Key Stages 1–6 and Secondary finish at 2:10 pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details There is no published information about a DBS-managed bus service for the Ain Khaled campus on the school's pages. Families should contact Admissions for transport options and arrangements.	Bus service details Park House does not provide any transport to or from the school. It is the responsibility of parents to arrange transportation, and the school does not assume liability for students outside school premises.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Admission / one‑off fees - Application fee: QAR 350. - Assessment fee (per child): QAR 300 (payable when assessment is arranged and described as non‑refundable). - Registration fee (due on acceptance of a place, per child): QAR 3,650. The registration fee is a non‑refundable, one‑off payment. Tuition fees – invoicing and amounts by year group (termly) - All tuition fees are invoiced termly. For the current academic year the published termly amounts are shown below for Term 2 and Term 3. Parents are billed on a termly basis. - Pre‑School (per term): QAR 10,333. (Term 2: QAR 10,333; Term 3: QAR 10,333). - Reception (per term): QAR 13,443. (Term 2: QAR 13,443; Term 3: QAR 13,443). - Year 1 to Year 6 (per term): QAR 13,443. (Term 2: QAR 13,443; Term 3: QAR 13,443). - Year 7 to Year 9 (per term): QAR 15,945. (Term 2: QAR 15,945; Term 3: QAR 15,945). - Year 10 to Year 11 (per term): QAR 17,291. (Term 2: QAR 17,291; Term 3: QAR 17,291). - Year 12 to Year 13 (per term): QAR 22,395. (Term 2: QAR 22,395; Term 3: QAR 22,395). Annual equivalents (where published) - The school also publishes a per‑annum schedule (three terms) for reference. Those published annual figures are: Pre‑School QAR 23,377; Reception QAR 34,259; Year 1–6 QAR 35,621; Year 7–9 QAR 45,449; Year 10–11 QAR 49,402; Year 12–13 QAR 67,185. These per‑annum figures are provided by the school as part of the fee schedule. Resources levy / consumables - Resources Levy (annual, payable per child with the term fees in which the child starts): - Pre‑School: QAR 724 per year. - Reception to Year 6: QAR 1,670 per year. - Year 7 to Year 13: QAR 2,226 per year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are invoiced termly. The Resources Levy is levied with the first term tuition fees payable for each academic year. Fees are reviewed annually and any increases are subject to approval by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. - The application fee and assessment fee are described as payable at the time of application/assessment and are non‑refundable. The registration fee is non‑refundable and payable on acceptance of a place. Boarding - Boarding is not applicable for the Ain Khaled campus; the campus operates as a day school (no boarding fees apply). Other costs and typical extras - The Resources Levy (listed above) is a mandatory annual charge per child. - School uniform costs, transport (bus) charges, examination fees, optional extracurricular activity fees and trip charges are not set out as fixed amounts on the public fee pages; uniform consultation and related information is published but uniform prices are not listed. Any such additional or optional charges (uniform, transport, ECAs, trips, external exam fees) are handled separately and are not shown as fixed amounts in the published fee schedule. Refunds and cancellations - The application fee and assessment fee are described as non‑refundable. The registration fee is a non‑refundable, one‑off payment. There is no separate, detailed tuition‑refund schedule published on the public fees and terms pages; terms and conditions state that fees and terms are subject to the school's policy and Ministry approval. For specific cases (withdrawal, cancellation, absence) no specific tuition refund formula is published on the fee pages. Fee payment options (how payments may be made) - The public fee and admissions statements do not list a standard list of accepted payment methods for all invoices. For overseas applications, application fees may be paid by bank transfer; online payment routes are referenced for assessments. Detailed, itemized payment instructions for term invoices (for example specific bank account details, card acceptance, parent portal payment methods) are not published on the public fee summary pages. Notes on approvals and reviews - All fees are reviewed annually and any increases are subject to approval from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. The school's fee pages and admissions material state that terms and conditions and fee tables are subject to school policy and Ministry approval. (Contact details published for fee enquiries: phone +974 4019‑8000; email info@dohabritishschool.com.)	Fee details SCHOOL FEES — Park House English School (Doha) Enrolment fees (non‑refundable) - Application fee: QAR 230 per child. - Assessment fee: QAR 576 per child. - Registration fee: QAR 3,453 per child. Tuition fees (annual; non‑refundable) — amounts per year and per instalment - Early Years 1 (Nursery): Per year QAR 22,934. Per instalment QAR 7,645. - Early Years 2 – Year 2 (Key Stage 1): Per year QAR 31,651. Per instalment QAR 10,550. - Year 3 – Year 6 (Key Stage 2): Per year QAR 31,651. Per instalment QAR 10,550. - Year 7 – Year 9 (Key Stage 3): Per year QAR 37,684. Per instalment QAR 12,561. - Year 10 – Year 11 (Key Stage 4): Per year QAR 41,711. Per instalment QAR 13,904. - Year 12 – Year 13 (Sixth Form): Per year QAR 52,423. Per instalment QAR 17,474. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition is billed in three instalments. Instalment due dates for the 2025/2026 academic year are: 15 August 2025 (Autumn), 6 January 2026 (Spring) and 6 April 2026 (Summer). - Post‑dated cheques will not be accepted. Tuition and specified charges are described as non‑refundable. - Fees are subject to change in line with Ministry of Education & Higher Education (MOEHE) advisories. Consumables (book charge) - Early Years (Nursery and Reception): QAR 576 per child; non‑refundable, payable at the beginning of each school year. Books remain the property of the school. - Primary (Year 1–Year 6): QAR 921 per child; non‑refundable, payable at the beginning of each school year. - Secondary (Year 7–Year 13): QAR 1,727 per child; non‑refundable, payable at the beginning of each school year. Advance deposit - Advance deposit for the Autumn Term 2025/2026: QAR 2,302 per child; non‑refundable. Current students: due 31 March 2025. New students: due as invoiced. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee information; the school operates as a day school for ages 3–18. Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniform: Uniform is mandatory. The school's uniform provider is Noble House Trading; families order using access code PHES1301 via Noble House Trading. Specific uniform prices are set by the supplier. - Enrichment, extra‑curricular activities, examination entry charges, and any optional services (where charged) are not itemised in the published fee summary; such items may incur additional charges as invoiced by the school. Refund information - Application fee, assessment fee, registration fee, annual tuition and the consumables (book) charge are stated as non‑refundable. The advance deposit for the Autumn term is also non‑refundable. Fee payment options and finance contact - The published fee information does not specify accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card or other). The school provides a finance contact for payments and billing queries: accountsreceivable@parkhouseschool.com. Post‑dated cheques are explicitly not accepted. Notes (billing calendar) - Instalment 1 (Autumn Term): due 15 August 2025. - Instalment 2 (Spring Term): due 6 January 2026. - Instalment 3 (Summer Term): due 6 April 2026. (Amounts shown are those published by the school in Qatari Riyals (QAR) for the current published fee schedule.)
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for all DBS Ain Khaled students. The uniform is year-group specific; Primary includes a DBS polo shirt with skorts/shorts and a navy jumper/fleece optional, while Sixth Form requires a blazer and tie, a white shirt, and black trousers or a skirt. Uniforms can be purchased from Zak Uniform Store Doha (Al Rayyan Municipality, Industrial Area Road).	Uniform requirement Park House English School requires a smart, presentable uniform for all pupils. The uniform is provided by Noble House Trading; orders are placed via noblehouseqatar.com using the PHES1301 access code. Purchases can be delivered to the Noble House Trading shop in Barwa City or directly to a student's home for an additional charge; the shop hours during August are 12 pm – 8 pm.
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House system	House system House System: The House system is a distinctly British feature of the school that encourages collegiality and healthy competition amongst students. Students are assigned to houses representing elements of Qatar and participate in inter-house competitions throughout the year, earning recognition through house points. The system fosters a sense of belonging and active participation in school life.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is owned by Artan Consulting and Educational Services (ACES), a private education group that owns, manages and operates educational institutions in Qatar. Governance is provided by a Board of Governors (comprising the Board of Directors and the Senior Leadership Team) that guides overall direction, management, and policy, with a Constitution and Instrument of Governance in place.	Governance and ownership Park House English School is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global network of schools. The school was founded in Doha in 1994 by the Brennan family and was acquired by ISP in 2015.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Ain Khaled campus serves Preschool through Sixth Form and follows the English Early Years Foundation Stage and the English National Curriculum through Key Stages 1–3, with IGCSE offerings at Key Stage 4 and Post-16 pathways in Key Stage 5. In the Sixth Form, four pathways are available: AS/A Level, IB Diploma, BTEC, and a City University Qatar progression route to a bachelor's degree. Arabic language and Islamic Studies remain a curricular priority within the school. The school holds international accreditations from CIS, BSME, QNSA and BSO. The IGCSE results cover subjects including Arabic (1st language), Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, and more, with notable 2024 award recognitions.	Curriculum details Park House English School follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years through to Year 13, with IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and AS/A Level qualifications in the Sixth Form (Years 12–13). In Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6), the curriculum is broad and balanced and underpinned by the PRiDE values (Perseverance, Responsibility, Independence, Dedication, Engagement). Key Stage 2 adds specialist teaching in Physical Education and Swimming, Music, Modern Foreign Languages (Year 3: Spanish or Arabic; Years 4–6: French or Arabic), Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History. Key Stage 4 involves IGCSEs with Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel, with a minimum of eight subjects including Mathematics, English Language, English Literature, a Language (French/Spanish/Arabic), and at least two Sciences, plus a range of options such as Geography, History, Art, Music, PE, ICT/Computer Science, Economics, Sociology, and Business Studies; IGCSEs are graded on a 1–9 scale. In the Sixth Form (Year 12–13), students pursue AS and A Levels under Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel, supported by a dedicated Sixth Form Centre and extensive enrichment and careers guidance to prepare for university applications.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Doha British School Ain Khaled integrates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) within its wellbeing framework. The Wellbeing section states that the Wellbeing Counselling Team supports students' personal, social, and emotional development and that services align with the SEL curriculum, including small-group interventions of 5-6 sessions with information shared with parents. The school-based counselling offers one-on-one support and works with teachers to remove barriers to learning, while the pastoral approach promotes a positive, supportive, and secure environment. The Inclusion Team coordinates support across Early Years through Secondary, ensuring a consistent, whole-school approach to inclusion and student wellbeing. The Inclusion Team includes a SENCO Lead (Sarah Bayley) and a SENCO/EAL Teacher (Saima Kouser), supported by Learning Support Assistants (Ramandeep Kaur Sarin and Shukriya Vamanjoor).	Social & emotional learning Park House English School supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a designated lead for ethos, atmosphere, and wellbeing (Assistant Head: Ethos, Atmosphere, and Wellbeing). The team page confirms this role (Sam Corrigan) and reinforces a wellbeing focus, including explicit reference to wellbeing in Early Years/Key Stage 1 materials.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) SEN support is provided through an Inclusion Team led by SENCO Lead Sarah Bayley and SENCO/EAL Teacher Saima Kouser, with Learning Support Assistants Ramandeep Kaur Sarin and Shukriya Vamanjoor. The team operates a Graduated Approach to SEN, using a tiered system of support and regular reviews of provision in partnership with parents. Parents and students are encouraged to discuss SEN needs with the SENDCo Lead. The inclusion approach extends across Early Years to Secondary, ensuring consistent SEN support throughout the learning journey. These arrangements are embedded within the school's inclusive model across all year groups.	Special educational needs (SEN) Park House English School is an inclusive institution aligned with the UK SEND Code of Practice; a dedicated Inclusion lead coordinates SEND support, and staff collaborate with families and, when needed, external specialists to support learners with additional needs. The Inclusion & SEND page confirms this approach and Hannah Johnson as Assistant Head: Inclusion.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language An SENCO/EAL Teacher, Saima Kouser, is part of the Inclusion Team, indicating that EAL support is provided within the inclusive framework. The SENCO/EAL Teacher role centralises EAL provision within the school's SEN and inclusion structure, with explicit contact available for families seeking EAL support. The presence of an EAL teacher within the SEN team signals integrated language support alongside academic and pastoral provisions.	English as an additional language The Admissions Policy requires a good command of English because the school follows the English National Curriculum, and states that appropriate language support will be provided to aid transition. There is no publicly described dedicated EAL program beyond this language support note.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing services at DBS Ain Khaled include school-based counselling that supports students' personal, social, and emotional well-being, aligned with the SEL curriculum. The Wellbeing Counselling Team provides one-on-one support and may run small-group interventions, collaborating with teachers to identify barriers to learning and to build resilience. The Wellbeing Counselling Team's work is described as central to promoting students' personal, social, and emotional well-being and to curriculum-aligned SEL. A School Counselor and dedicated wellbeing staff are listed as part of the team managing student wellbeing. Mental health-focused professional development, including a Mental Health Awareness Week led by Mind Your Health Ltd and the school counselling team, demonstrates ongoing commitment to student mental health.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through a wellbeing-oriented culture and substantial facilities, including a gym, a 25-metre pool, and a large sports hall that underline the role of physical activity in wellbeing. The ISP Learning Hub materials also reference mindfulness and wellbeing courses used across the network.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is recognised as a core responsibility, with DBS stating a commitment to protecting students from harm and promoting welfare and to maintaining a safe, secure environment. The Pastoral Care section also provides safeguarding contacts for Primary and Secondary staff, underscoring a structured safeguarding approach. The esafetypolicy documents safeguarding matters and outlines proactive safeguarding policies and contacts. The school aims to ensure students feel secure, are listened to, and can access appropriate safeguarding support through its pastoral and safeguarding structures.	Safeguarding Safeguarding is a core priority with a formal safeguarding policy, reporting procedures, and contact channels (safeguarding@parkhouseschool.com) for concerns; the school also highlights safeguarding in its career and governance-related pages.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Ain Khaled campus has purpose-built facilities to support learning. There are two libraries (primary and secondary), plus music rooms and Art & Textiles spaces. Science and computer laboratories, Design Technology workshops, and graphic design suites support a wide range of subjects. Indoor facilities include a multi-purpose hall and two gymnasiums; outdoor spaces include a swimming pool, football pitch, basketball court, and outdoor games courts.	Facilities overview Park House English School has a recently renovated campus with integrated learning spaces. The auditorium seats up to 323 and hosts assemblies, music and theatre performances. A large multi-purpose sports hall, a gymnasium and a 25-metre swimming pool support physical education, complemented by a state-of-the-art 3G AstroTurf pitch and shaded outdoor play areas. The school provides a dedicated Sixth Form Centre and specialist music and art studios, along with two refurbished libraries serving EYFS/primary and secondary learners. Technology is embedded across the curriculum with three ICT laboratories, 3D printing equipment, Chromebooks and iPads, and interactive 65-inch touchscreens in primary classrooms. Six science laboratories (two new) support science learning, and an on-site clinic with full-time medical staff provides health care.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Two large indoor gymnasiums support PE and indoor activities. A multi-purpose hall hosts indoor sports and events. The swimming pool, football pitch, basketball court, and outdoor games courts provide outdoor sport options.	Sports facilities Park House features a large multi-purpose sports hall and a gymnasium. The 25-metre swimming pool offers weekly swimming lessons for FS1. A state-of-the-art 3G AstroTurf pitch supports football and outdoor training, complemented by a full-size multi-purpose sports pitch and shaded outdoor play areas. These facilities support a broad physical education program and school sports teams.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities There are two libraries serving primary and secondary students. Science laboratories support practical work across core subjects. Computer laboratories provide ICT and computing facilities; Design Technology workshops and Graphic Design suites support hands-on projects.	Academic facilities Two separate libraries serve the EYFS/primary and secondary schools, refurbished and housing thousands of books. The school has three ICT laboratories with internet and multimedia facilities, plus 3D printing equipment and Chromebooks and iPads for classroom use. Every primary classroom features an interactive 65-inch touchscreen. Six science laboratories, including two newly built spaces, support science teaching and inquiry.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Music rooms support music clubs and rehearsals. Art & Textiles spaces and Graphic Design suites enable arts and design activities. The multi-purpose hall hosts performances and enrichment events; Adventure Playground supports outdoor activities.	Extra curricular facilities Dedicated music and art studios support creative development, and the auditorium is used for assemblies and music/theatre performances with capacity for up to 323 people. These facilities enable a range of creative and performance-based activities as part of the school's integrated curriculum.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school began in 1997 as Doha Montessori British School (DMBS). It was rebranded as Doha British School in November 2011. The Ain Khaled campus opened in January 2008 as the first purpose-built DBS campus. The DBS group has since expanded to three campuses: Ain Khaled, Al Wakrah (opened 2014), and Rawdat Al Hamama (opened 2022). The school is owned by ACES (Artan Consulting and Educational Services) and holds accreditations from CIS, BSO, QNSA, and BSME, with CIS reaccreditation achieved in 2025.	History Park House English School was founded in Doha in 1994 by a British family as a villa school. The school moved to its current purpose-built building in Doha in 2004. It became part of the International Schools Partnership in 2016. A major refurbishment in 2018 updated facilities, including a new reception area, an extended auditorium, two new science laboratories, refurbished libraries, an additional ICT laboratory, a design technology suite and a dedicated Sixth Form centre. In 2024 Park House marked its 30th anniversary with celebrations including a school production in the Heather Brennan Auditorium.
Community	Community The Ain Khaled community includes students, staff, parents, and alumni and hosts events such as International Day featuring cultural stalls. In October 2022, the school staged a 25th anniversary carnival at the Ain Khaled campus with performances, sports, and parent vendors across all three DBS campuses. Sustainability Week in 2024 and other community activities promote environmental awareness and cross-campus engagement. Other community activities include One Community, One Cause Fair organized by the Friends of DBS Committee, bringing together students, staff, parents and alumni.	Community Park House has a truly international community, with pupils and families from over 70 countries. The school maintains the Park House Community Initiative (PHCI), launched in 2012, which offers more than 200 activities for children and the wider community. As part of the International Schools Partnership network, students participate in ISP-led opportunities such as Model United Nations and the ISP Buddy Exchange Programme. Whole-school cultural events include International Day, Qatar National Day and Ramadan family events to celebrate diversity and community involvement.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school's PTA operates as the Friends of DBS Committee, a parent-led group coordinating volunteering, events and fundraising. The committee runs events such as One Community, One Cause Fair to support charitable causes. It played a key role in the 25th anniversary carnival, with parent vendors and student ambassadors across campuses. International Day involvement includes parental participation through cultural stalls and attendance at parades. Annual events like the Winter Fair provide opportunities for families to engage with DBS across its campuses.	Parent teacher association An active Parent School Association (PSA) regularly organizes events at Park House, including International Day and World Book Day. PSA members support reading in the primary school by volunteering to hear pupils read. Parents have a separate login to the school system, and there are multiple channels to communicate with the school. The PSA oversees regular parent workshops and ParkHouseConnects sessions, which are highly valued by families. Parents report a positive relationship with the school and appreciate the quick responses from staff. PSA activities also include fundraising and awareness events such as Pink Day and Blue Day.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school educates boys and girls aged 3–18 for Pre-school through Sixth Form. It operates Ain Khaled Primary, Ain Khaled Secondary, and a Sixth Form Centre. The Sixth Form provides AS and A-Levels, BTEC, and the IB Diploma. The Curriculum includes the National Curriculum of England and IB programmes. The school is an IB World School.	Academic & intellectual Park House English School is a British international school located in Doha, Qatar. It was founded in 1994 by the Brennan family and transferred to the International Schools Partnership in 2015. The school serves children from ages 3 to 18 (nursery through Year 13).
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The school offers extra-curricular activities as part of its program, including a range of activities alongside its academic curriculum. The campus facilities include an auditorium, libraries, and spaces for creative work.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Languages available for study include French, Spanish, and Arabic.	Cultural & language The school describes itself as international, with a diverse community from over 70 countries, and emphasizes international mindedness and cultural diversity.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Extra-curricular opportunities extend learning beyond the classroom through various activities and clubs aligned with the British curriculum.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is delivered at the school, reflecting engagement with community and personal development programs.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The school emphasizes leadership development and reflective learning as part of preparing students for future studies and global citizenship.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral care is provided and there is a broad range of extra-curricular activities, including ECAs, sports, MUN, and trips and visits.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Facilities support physical education and wellbeing, including a 25-meter swimming pool, a large sports hall, a gym, a 3G AstroTurf pitch, and shaded outdoor play areas.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught at Ain Khaled include Arabic, French and Spanish. Arabic lessons are offered to native Arabic speakers from Pre-School onwards, while Spanish is introduced to all other students from Reception. In secondary, Arabic (1st and 2nd language), French and Spanish are offered as modern foreign languages, taught by specialist language teachers using a four-skills approach with cultural context. Small-group language support is available for students learning English as an additional language.	Language provision The school uses English as the language of instruction across the curriculum. In the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary years, English and Mathematics follow the English National Curriculum, with Modern Foreign Languages offered as specialist subjects (Spanish or French). In Secondary, languages include French, Spanish and Arabic, with Arabic available through Arabic language options (IGCSE and Ministry Curriculum). Qatar History is taught in both Arabic and English where appropriate. Arabic Language, Islamic Studies and Qatar History are mandatory Ministry of Education subjects to meet local requirements.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Admissions Process: The admissions cycle for the next academic year usually opens in November of the preceding year, while admissions for the current year can be accepted in term 1 and term 2. Doha British School Ain Khaled is a popular international school and places are sometimes limited. Priority is given to siblings of current students, and all applicants are assessed to determine suitability for the curriculum and English language proficiency. The steps below outline how the admissions process works. Step 1: Read the Admissions Policy thoroughly. The policy governs the admissions process and indicates that priority is given to siblings and that all applicants must be assessed for curriculum access and English language skills. Understanding the policy helps families prepare for the application. The policy provides guidance on submission requirements and timelines. Step 2: Complete the Admission and Medical Form and return it to the Admissions Office with all required documents, including acknowledgement that the Admissions Policy has been read. Submission of the form and documents is required for processing; failure to do so will result in the application not being processed. Step 3: Pay the application fee (non-refundable) to the Finance Office. The fee is non-refundable. The payment confirms the application submission for consideration. A receipt from the Finance Office should be kept for records. Step 4: After review of the application, the child may be invited to attend a formal assessment, either in a group or individually. There is a non-refundable assessment fee payable. The assessment results are the property of the school and places are allocated at the discretion of the Principal. Assessments by year group include: Preschool and Reception are assessed by the Head of EYFS with a focus on communication and social skills; Year 1 and Year 2 are assessed by the KS1 Leader with an age-appropriate test; Year 3 to 6 are assessed using an online test and a writing task; Year 7 to 12 are assessed using the Digital Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT). Application fees may be paid by bank transfer. Online assessments may be coordinated with an overseas school if required. Overseas applicants should expect the same assessment process as domestic applicants. Step 6: Sixth Form Applications – IB Diploma: Read the full brochure online. Applicants seeking entry into Year 12 for the IB Diploma must meet minimum entry requirements: 6 A- C IGCSE grades including Maths and English (5+ for subjects graded 9-1); Bs or 5s in subjects chosen to study at Higher Level; A or 8/9 required for Higher Level Maths. Copies of predicted grades or IGCSE results must be provided for review by the IB Coordinator before being offered a provisional place; applicants from other systems will be assessed by the IB Coordinator. Step 7: International AS & A Levels: Read the full brochure online. Applicants seeking entry into Year 12 for the AS Programme must meet minimum entry requirements: 5 A- C IGCSE grades including Maths and English (5+ for 9-1); Bs or 5s in subjects chosen to study at Higher Level preferred. Copies of predicted grades or IGCSE results must be provided for review by the Head of Secondary or Head of Sixth Form; applicants from other systems will be assessed. Step 8: BTEC: Read the full brochure online. Applicants seeking entry into Year 12 for the BTEC Programme must meet minimum entry requirements: 5 A- C IGCSE grades including Maths and English (5+ for 9-1); Bs or 5s in subjects chosen to study at Higher Level. Copies of predicted grades or IGCSE results must be provided for review by the Head of Secondary or Head of Sixth Form.	Admissions Step 1 — Initial Application. Applications must be made through the Apply Now section. The school responds to all applicants via the email address provided with the application, so ensure you provide a valid address that can receive messages from parkhouseschool.com. Admissions for AY 2026–2027 will open in December for the following September. Step 2 — Documentation and Fees. Selected applicants may be invited to provide further documentation and payment within five days; only those invited to provide documents are considered further. The documents requested include an application fee of QR 230, a copy of the child's final report from the last academic year plus interim reports in English, a copy of the child's Qatar residence permit (if available) and copies of both parents' Qatar residence permits (if available), any reports relating to additional needs, and a completed language information form. The school reviews the materials once received. Step 3 — Waiting List. If the initial application is successful, the child is added to the waiting list for the relevant year group. Should places become available, all children on the waiting list for that year group are considered and selected children are invited to attend an entrance assessment. Special Educational Needs: the school cannot offer admission to children with certain learning/behavioural difficulties as it cannot provide the required level of support. Step 4 — Assessments/Interviews. When inviting a child to take an entrance assessment the school aims to give a minimum of three days' notice. If you decline, the application is removed from the waiting list and will not be reconsidered in the same academic year; to be considered for the following year you would need to reapply. Early Years assessments are conducted in small groups and last about 30 minutes. Year 1: an individual GL assessment focusing on literacy and numeracy. Year 2 and Year 3: a cognitive ability test (CAT) and a short English writing assignment. Year 4 to Year 12: a CAT plus a short writing and reading assignment in English. Year 12 (Sixth Form): a minimum of five passes at IGCSE/GCSE, including English and Maths; for AS/A level subjects a minimum grade of B is expected; places are offered to external applicants subject to reports and an interview; offers are conditional on achieving the required grades and are confirmed after results are issued. Step 5 — Offer of a Place. Successful applicants receive a formal offer by email, and parents must provide colour copies of specified documents along with payment within 10 days to secure the place. The required documents include Birth Certificate, passport page, child's passport information page, Qatar ID for the child and sponsor, a letter of employment, vaccination records for Nursery/Reception/Year 1, registration fee (QR 3,453), and an advance deposit (QR 2,302) for new entrants. If starting at the beginning of the autumn term, advance deposit is deducted from the first invoice; if starting midterm, full term fees are due before the first day. Current MoE regulations apply; parents are responsible for ensuring the correct year group is selected. Admissions for transfers within Qatar are authorized up to the end of January. International students joining Year 2 and above from outside Qatar must provide current school reports with the official stamp. All students' transfers are subject to MoE approval and may result in withdrawal of the offer if not approved.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist The waiting list operates when places are not immediately available. If an initial application is successful, the child is added to the waiting list for the relevant year group. If places become available, all children on the waiting list for that year group are considered and selected children are invited to attend an entrance assessment.
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