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Educare International Academy

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees QAR 14,300 - 19,700
Ages 3 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum
Taught languages English, Arabic
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction

Educare International Academy in Matar Qadeem, Doha serves students aged 3–12, offering an American Common Core Elementary curriculum integrated with Islamic studies. The school positions itself as learner-centered and multinational in curriculum, staff, students and services, with a curriculum that is international in essence and aligned with SEC standards. Personal and social growth, character education and information technology are emphasized as strengths, supporting citizenship within a multicultural learning community. Facilities include a Microsoft School, Web Learning Management, and Interactive Boards, plus a Smart School system with Transportation, Library, Computer Lab, Medical Care, Counselling, and Playground. The campus combines the Library with a Football Court and provides a Prayer Room, Art Room, Nurse Room/Clinic, and a Heritage Room. Technology resources include Internet access, electronic resources, Smart boards, TV monitors, and student computers. Extracurriculars span sports, performing arts, mental math, competitions, research and field trips, with active parent and community engagement.

Matar Qadeem, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Educare International Academy has instruction in English, Arabic.

Location

Educare International Academy is located in Matar Qadeem, Doha, Qatar. It sits in the Doha metropolitan area. The location is listed as Matar Qadeem, Doha, Qatar.

Stages

Elementary
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

Daily Uniform consists of a turquoise/teal polo shirt with navy panels and navy trousers; Black shoes and white socks accompany the daily uniform. PE Uniform consists of a teal shirt and navy pants with teal accents.
Fees

Annual tuition at Educare International Academy ranges from QAR 14,300 to QAR 19,700 for 2026/27.

Application / Entrance fees

- Entrance assessment / exam fee: QAR 200 for Grades 1–6. QAR 0 (not charged) for Preschool, KG1 and KG2.
- Registration (one‑time) fee: QAR 500 per student.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term)

All amounts are shown in Qatari Riyal (QAR). Annual tuition figures are shown first, followed by the per‑term amount (school uses three terms with equal one‑third instalments).

- Preschool (Pre‑KG): Annual QAR 14,300 — Per term QAR 4,766.67. Books QAR 550. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- KG1: Annual QAR 14,300 — Per term QAR 4,766.67. Books QAR 550. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- KG2: Annual QAR 15,350 — Per term QAR 5,116.67. Books QAR 550. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- Grade 1: Annual QAR 17,450 — Per term QAR 5,816.67. Entrance exam QAR 200. Books QAR 1,180. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- Grade 2: Annual QAR 17,450 — Per term QAR 5,816.67. Entrance exam QAR 200. Books QAR 1,180. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- Grade 3: Annual QAR 19,050 — Per term QAR 6,350.00. Entrance exam QAR 200. Books QAR 1,180. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- Grade 4: Annual QAR 19,700 — Per term QAR 6,566.67. Entrance exam QAR 200. Books QAR 1,180. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- Grade 5: Annual QAR 19,700 — Per term QAR 6,566.67. Entrance exam QAR 200. Books QAR 1,180. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.
- Grade 6: Annual QAR 19,700 — Per term QAR 6,566.67. Entrance exam QAR 200. Books QAR 1,180. Seat booking QAR 1,000. Registration QAR 500.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year tuition is payable in three instalments: at the start of Term 1, the start of Term 2, and the start of Term 3. The school requires one‑third of the annual tuition at registration, one‑third before Term 2, and one‑third before Term 3.
- Books for subjects such as Arabic, Islamic Education and Qatar History are charged separately (book fees shown above) and books will not be issued until Term 1 tuition has been paid in full.
- A seat booking / reservation charge of QAR 1,000 is required to reserve a place for the following academic year; this QAR 1,000 payment is stated as non‑refundable.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable; Educare International Academy operates as a day school with no published boarding provision.

Other costs and common additional fees

- Textbook / school books: amounts listed by year group above (these are charged in addition to tuition).
- Uniform: the school requires uniforms and publishes uniform requirements; uniform costs are not itemised in the public fee table.
- Stationery and consumables: stationery lists are published by grade; stationery costs are additional and are not itemised in the tuition table.
- Re‑registration / seat reservation for returning students: QAR 1,000 (non‑refundable) payable at the start of Term 3 if renewing for the next academic year.

Refunds and withdrawal

- The QAR 1,000 seat reservation fee is stated as non‑refundable.
- The school's withdrawal/clearance procedure requires that outstanding financial obligations be settled before a student is cleared to leave; published materials require settlement of outstanding fees as part of withdrawal. No other explicit refundable tuition policy is published in the publicly available fee documents.

Fee payment point and options

- Payments are processed through the school finance office / accountant; the published school materials identify the finance contact for tuition and book payments. Specific payment channels (for example: which bank account details, whether online card payments, bank transfer, cheque or cash are accepted) are not itemised in the publicly posted fee table and handbook; the school finance office handles fee receipts and invoice queries.

Practical notes for parents (factual)

- At initial registration parents pay one‑third of the annual tuition as the first instalment; subsequent instalments are due before the start of Term 2 and Term 3. Books are withheld until the Term 1 tuition instalment is paid. Seat reservation for the following year requires QAR 1,000 and that amount is non‑refundable. Parents should include the listed one‑time registration fee (QAR 500) and any applicable entrance assessment fee (QAR 200 where charged) in their planning.
Academics

Educare International Academy teaches American Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum for students aged 3 to 12.

Curriculum

The school offers an American Common Core Curriculum for Elementary education. It is a learner-centered academy, multinational in curriculum, staff, students and services. Personal and social growth, character education, and information technology are three strategic areas of strength. The curriculum is international in essence and satisfies the SEC standards. Students are immersed in a multicultural context with exposure to technology and citizenship.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Educare International Academy emphasizes personal and social growth and character education, alongside information technology, as its three strategic strengths. The academy describes itself as multinational in curriculum, staff, students and services, with social growth a core focus. The vision aims to drive improvements in students' social and academic achievements by ensuring all students receive a healthy and balanced education that will enable them to contribute effectively to society. Learning outcomes include fluent communication in both Arabic and English and the development of personal and social skills. The school provides counselling and a Student Care program to support student wellbeing.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Educare International Academy follows the American Common Core Curriculum for elementary education. The school states that students should be able to communicate fluently in both Arabic and English. The Kindergarten curriculum focuses on Arabic language and Islamic education, while the Primary Curriculum uses the American curriculum for English, Mathematics, and Science, with Arabic Social Studies and Qatar History as appropriate. Learning outcomes include fluent bilingual communication in Arabic and English. The school utilizes Microsoft Teams, EducareParents app, and Online Ed to support instruction and differentiate learning.

Mental Wellbeing

Counselling is available through the school's facilities. The health department includes a full-time nurse acting as a First Unit Aid, responsible for the treatment and referral of students' injury or illness during the school day. The school has a Nurse Room/Clinic as part of its health provisions. Guidance and counselling for behavior problems are part of the Behavioral Policy to support student wellbeing. Learning outcomes emphasize that students feel safe, stable and have equal opportunities.

Safeguarding

Guidance and counselling for behavior problems are part of the Behavioral Policy, with mechanisms for control, monitoring and support. The policy includes steps for disciplinary actions and may involve the school counsellor when required. Parents are asked to provide information regarding special needs students and to cooperate with social workers. The school communicates with parents and considers health and safety through its health department and nurse presence. The presence of a full-time nurse and a nurse room/clinic supports safeguarding and student health.
Parent Experience

Community

Educare International Academy offers an American Common Core Curriculum for elementary education and is multinational in its curriculum, staff, and student body. Personal and social growth, character education, and information technology are core strengths of the academy. The school promotes mutual understanding between individuals and nations, fostering fairness, peace and justice. Its vision is to drive improvements in students' social and academic achievements and to maintain constant communication with parents and the broader community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school has Microsoft School, Web Learning Management, and Interactive Boards. It operates Smart School with Transportation, Library, Computer Lab, Medical Care, Student Care, Counselling, and Playground. Classrooms are provided for instruction. The Library and a Football Court are offered as a combined facility, along with a Prayer Room, Art Room, Nurse Room/Clinic, and Heritage Room. Technology resources include Internet network, Electronic resources, Smart boards and TV monitors, and Computers.

Sports Facilities

Football Court is available as part of Library/Football Court. A Playground provides space for outdoor activities.

Academic Facilities

Classrooms support instruction. A Computer Lab is provided for hands-on learning. The Library supports study and research. Internet network and Electronic resources are available. Smart boards and TV monitors are used to deliver lessons. Computers are available for student use.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Students are offered a wide range of activities including sports, performing arts, mental math, in-school and out-of-school competitions, research, field trips, and parent and community engagements. They participate in Qatar National Day, Qatar National Sports Day, Garangao, and Qur'an competitions. A Heritage Room supports heritage-related activities, and field trips to Qatar's historical landmarks are part of the program. The school actively engages parents and the community through various events.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers an American Common Core Curriculum for Elementary education. It is multinational in curriculum, staff, students and range of services. Personal and social growth, character education, and information technology are the three strategic areas of strength. The curriculum is international in essence and meets SEC standards.

Cultural & Language

Students communicate fluently in both Arabic and English.

Community & Service

The mission includes maintaining a constant communication with parents and the community as a whole.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The vision is to provide all students with a healthy and balanced education that supports social and academic achievement.
Languages

Language Provision

English is used for English, Mathematics, and Science in the Primary Curriculum. A curriculum suitable for the Arab region is used for Social Studies to promote Islamic values, identity, and patriotism. The Arabic language curriculum includes Arabic, Islamic Education, and Qatar History, and the school aligns with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education standards in Arabic and Qatar History. Students are expected to communicate fluently in both Arabic and English.

Bilingual Teaching

The school provides bilingual instruction in English and Arabic. Students communicate fluently in both Arabic and English.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Registration opens in accordance with dates set by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education through its portal and official advertisements. These dates are published publicly to coordinate admissions. The school follows these MOE dates when processing applications. Parents should submit their application within the published window.

2. Age verification follows MOE policy; placement to Preschool through Grade 6 is determined by defined age bands. The policy specifies minimum and maximum ages for each grade. The school verifies the student's age for the grade to be registered. This ensures appropriate placement according to MOE guidelines.

3. Entrance exam must be passed independently by the student in the presence of the school's admission officer. If the student does not meet the cut-off marks, the school will discuss with the parents and may provide a support plan at the beginning of the academic year after the parents sign a commitment form. The agreement may include follow-up arrangements to support the student academically.

4. Priority of registration is given to the sibling(s) of existing students. This policy gives priority to siblings when considering placement. Other admissions criteria such as age placement and entrance exam results still apply. The school uses this policy to facilitate family enrollments.

5. Complete all required documents: The student's passport and a copy; copies of both parents' passports; a valid Qatar resident permit; a copy of the student's birth certificate; a copy of ID for the father/mother/sponsor; four recent passport photos; the student's health record for grade one; and a certificate of good conduct for grade one and above from the former school.

6. Tuition fee procedures: The due dates for paying the tuition fee for the academic year are at the beginning of Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3. A non-refundable 1000 QR reservation fee for the following year is due with Term 3. Books are distributed only after Term 1 tuition is paid. These are the standard payment terms for enrollment.

7. Entrance exams materials: Entrance exam materials outline grade-by-grade math and English topics that prepare students for the exam. Grade 1 covers basic addition and subtraction in math and foundational reading/writing in English (alphabets, vowel sounds, and basic reading skills). Grade 2 covers topics such as number sentences, time, problem solving, and geometry in math, and basic reading, writing, and phonics in English. Grade 3 through Grade 6 present progressively more advanced topics in math and English. These topics benchmark curriculum expectations for the entrance assessment.
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