Al Maha Academy For Boys

Al Maha Academy For Boys is located in Ain Khaled, Doha, Qatar. The campus sits in the Ain Khaled district in the Al Rayyan Municipality, north of central Doha and accessible via major roads. The school lists a PO Box address (201870) in Doha and a contact phone number of +974 44280777. The Ain Khaled area is a well-established residential district in Doha's outskirts connected by key arterial routes.

The academy comprises three schools: an Infants' (early years) section, a Junior School (Years 1–6), and a Secondary School. The Primary/Jr section is the largest, with just over 1,000 students, and the Secondary phase serves students through Year 12.

The school is a single-sex boys' academy and is part of the Ta'allum Group. It operates three campus levels (Infant, Junior, and Secondary) as part of AMAB, delivering a continuous educational pathway for boys.

AMAB has a Learning Support Department and a Knowledge Centre. The Knowledge Centre provides books, digital resources and study tools to support learners, complementing formal learning and pastoral provision.

The school is Qatar-based and holds accreditation through Qatar National School Accreditation (QNSA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). It follows a British curriculum supplemented by Qatar's Ministry requirements.

AMAB operates with a strong Islamic identity and ethos. The curriculum includes Islamic Studies as part of its program, alongside Arabic and Qatar History.

The school runs Sunday to Thursday. Nursery starts around 07:00 with end-of-day collection at 13:00, while Year 1–6 begin around 07:10 and end around 13:30, depending on year group. The timetable includes breaks and a prayer period during the day.

There is no publicly published in-house bus service for AMAB. Public transit options are available nearby; bus lines reported in transit guides near the campus include T602, T604 and L513, with nearby stops such as the Industrial Area/Mushereib corridor and stops close to Philippine International School. Families relocating may rely on private transport or public bus routes in the area.

Application and Registration Fees

- New student assessment fee: EYFS (KG1 & KG2) — QAR 0; Year 1–12 — QAR 525. Non‑refundable and payable before the initial assessment for new students.
- New student registration fee (to confirm a seat after passing assessment): QAR 2,100. Non‑refundable.
- Seat reservation fee for existing students (to reserve place for the next academic year): QAR 2,000. Non‑refundable; this amount is deducted from the first semester tuition fee.

Tuition fees (per semester and total annual) — by year group

- Nursery: Semester one QAR 13,725; Semester two QAR 13,725; Total annual QAR 27,450.
- Reception: Semester one QAR 14,700; Semester two QAR 14,700; Total annual QAR 29,400.
- Year 1–Year 4: Semester one QAR 17,975; Semester two QAR 17,975; Total annual QAR 35,950.
- Year 5 & Year 6: Semester one QAR 20,250; Semester two QAR 20,250; Total annual QAR 40,500.
- Year 7–Year 9: Semester one QAR 25,150; Semester two QAR 25,150; Total annual QAR 50,300.
- Year 10: Semester one QAR 28,950; Semester two QAR 28,950; Total annual QAR 57,900.
- Year 11: Semester one QAR 31,750; Semester two QAR 31,750; Total annual QAR 63,500.
- Year 12: Semester one QAR 34,050; Semester two QAR 34,050; Total annual QAR 68,100.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual tuition is payable in two equal semester installments. Semester one must be paid in full within one month from the start of Semester One. Semester two must be paid in full before the end of February of the academic year. Books and learning resources fees must be paid with the first semester payment. Post‑dated cheques are accepted under specified conditions (semester one cheques dated no more than 30 days from semester start; semester two cheques dated February 28 and submitted on or before February 1). Procedures for returned cheques, late payment actions, withholding reports, and other consequences of unpaid fees are enforced.

Learning support, books, tablets and other mandatory learning costs

- Learning support (optional, where applicable): QAR 100 per hour (maximum of 5 hours per week).
- Books & learning resource package: EYFS (KG1 & KG2) — QAR 578; Year 1–Year 10 — QAR 1,155; Years 11–12 — pay only for books purchased (no fixed package amount listed). Books fees are payable with the first semester fee.
- Student tablet (electronic bag): Tablets are mandatory from Year 3 onward. Parents may purchase approved tablets from any supplier that meets school specifications; the school has partner arrangements to offer a specified tablet model at a competitive price. The school no longer directly supplies tablets as a standard sale.

Uniforms and other incidental charges

- Uniforms are required in the approved design and colour. Parents may purchase uniforms from the school's designated supplier or an external source provided they meet the approved specifications. A uniform shop is available on campus.
- Property damage: Parents are liable for repair or replacement costs for damage caused by a student; the school may impose disciplinary measures in addition to financial liability.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's admissions or fee policy documentation; boarding is not applicable.

Refunds, withdrawal and transfer terms

- Registration and reservation fees are non‑refundable once the academic year begins. Refunds for advance payments are handled as follows: full refund (after deducting the reservation fee) if the student has zero attendance and the registrar and finance departments are notified in writing within the first 30 days of the semester; if the student attended fewer than 15 days and withdrawal is submitted within 15 calendar days from semester start, refund after deducting reservation fee and fees for days attended; if withdrawal is submitted between 15 and 30 days after semester start, refunds are after deducting one month's fee and the reservation fee. No refunds are issued if the registrar and finance departments are not notified in writing within the first 30 days. Book fees are non‑refundable once books have been received or the student has attended class and received books. Refunds for expelled students are prorated based on attendance at time of expulsion. Excess payments can be refunded or transferred to a sibling account upon written request, with deductions as specified by the school. Refunds are processed only after the signed withdrawal form is approved by department head and principal.

Fee payment options and banking details

- Accepted payment methods: via the Ta'allum App, by cash, by cheque (including post‑dated cheques under the school's conditions), by bank direct transfer, and by MOE education voucher (for eligible Qatari students). For bank transfers, parents must provide the bank transfer confirmation to the Accounts Office with student name and parent mobile number. The school's published bank account details include IBAN: QA21 QISB 0000 0000 0110 6035 7003 8 (Account name: AL MAHA ACADEMY FOR BOYS, Bank: Qatar Islamic Bank — Corporate Branch, Doha). Payment by employer/company sponsorship is processed according to the school's procedures; parents are responsible for payment in line with the school's stated terms and obtain reimbursement from sponsors as applicable.

Consequences of non‑payment and company‑sponsored students

- The school may withhold reports, block MOE registration, prevent issuance of certificates, restrict enrollment in external examinations for Years 10–12, and take other measures for unpaid fees. The Academy will not pursue sponsoring companies directly except for certain government entities; parents remain responsible for payment and must obtain reimbursement from their employers.

Other notes on fee structure

- The school has applied for a tuition fee increase for the stated academic year subject to Ministry approval. The school's fee policy includes detailed terms and conditions on cheque handling, actions for returned cheques, seat reservation and registration procedures, and fee increments.

AMAB positions itself as providing an internationally recognised education with Islamic identity, indicative of an international student body. Exact numbers or a breakdown of nationalities are not publicly published.