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Hartford American School

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 15,400 - 31,700
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Hartford American School is a private, co-educational day school in Doha, Qatar, offering an American curriculum aligned to California standards for Pre-K through Grade 12. Classes are taught in English with additional Arabic and French, supporting bilingual development. The program spans Pre-K (Preschool, KG1, KG2) through high school, with a focus on inquiry-driven learning and real-world applications. The campus features a campus library and other state-of-the-art facilities, complemented by a dedicated faculty. In high school, students complete about 28 credits across English, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies, Arabic, Economics, Islamic Studies, ICT, and Physical Education/Yearbook, and can access SAT and IELTS preparation. Distinctive elements include robust participation in national science competitions and the Astronomy Olympiad, a strong arts program with visual arts, music, theatre, and dance, and rich cultural studies through Qatar history, Islamic studies, and Arabic. The school emphasizes community service, leadership, and a University Fair to guide college planning.

Building No. 18, Street 420, Zone 50, Opposite to Al Thumama Mall, F‑Ring Road, Al Thumama, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Hartford American School has instruction in English.

Location
Hartford American School is located in Doha, Qatar. Address: Street 420, Building No. 18, Zone 50, F-Ring Road, opposite Al-Thumama Mall. The campus sits along the F-Ring Road corridor and is accessible from central Doha.

Stages
Pre-KG through Grade 12 (Preschool through high school).

Type
Private, co-educational day school offering an American curriculum aligned to California State standards.

Additional learning support
Extra support for students below the standard in Arabic, English or French, science and mathematics is provided during school hours and after school hours.

Country affiliation
United States (American curriculum based on California standards).

School day structure
School days are Sunday through Thursday. Pre-KG to KG-2: 7:15am–1:00pm; Grades 1–4: 7:15am–1:30pm; Grades 5–8: 7:15am–1:40pm; Grades 9–12: 7:15am–1:45pm.

Bus service
HAS provides a transportation service with designated bus routes and gates. Gate assignments include drop-off for Pre-KG through Grade 12 and pick-up for Pre-KG to Grade 2 and Grades 1–12. If home address changes, contact the school registrar at +974 77994100 to place the child on the appropriate bus route. HAS does not allow students to switch buses.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Our uniform has been designed to be smart and practical for the local environment. We expect our students to take pride in their appearance and to be wearing the uniform as per the school policy.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private institution.
Fees

Annual tuition at Hartford American School ranges from QAR 15,400 to QAR 31,700 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees

- Registration fee (new students): QAR 1,000 (applies to new admits only; paid on registration; non‑refundable).
- Seat reservation fee (to secure a place for the next academic year): QAR 1,000 (paid before the end of the current academic year; deducted from first‑term tuition; non‑refundable).

Tuition and compulsory fees by grade (per term and annual totals)

All amounts shown are in Qatari Riyal (QAR).

- Pre‑KG: Term 1 tuition QAR 7,700 • Term 2 tuition QAR 7,700 • Whole‑year tuition QAR 15,400 • Books QAR 1,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- KG1: Term 1 QAR 8,800 • Term 2 QAR 8,800 • Whole‑year QAR 17,600 • Books QAR 1,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- KG2: Term 1 QAR 8,800 • Term 2 QAR 8,800 • Whole‑year QAR 17,600 • Books QAR 1,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 1: Term 1 QAR 10,450 • Term 2 QAR 10,450 • Whole‑year QAR 20,900 • Books QAR 1,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 2: Term 1 QAR 11,000 • Term 2 QAR 11,000 • Whole‑year QAR 22,000 • Books QAR 1,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 3: Term 1 QAR 11,550 • Term 2 QAR 11,550 • Whole‑year QAR 23,100 • Books QAR 1,800 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 4: Term 1 QAR 12,100 • Term 2 QAR 12,100 • Whole‑year QAR 24,200 • Books QAR 1,800 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 5: Term 1 QAR 12,650 • Term 2 QAR 12,650 • Whole‑year QAR 25,300 • Books QAR 1,800 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 6: Term 1 QAR 13,300 • Term 2 QAR 13,300 • Whole‑year QAR 26,600 • Books QAR 1,800 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 7: Term 1 QAR 14,300 • Term 2 QAR 14,300 • Whole‑year QAR 28,600 • Books QAR 2,000 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 8: Term 1 QAR 14,300 • Term 2 QAR 14,300 • Whole‑year QAR 28,600 • Books QAR 2,000 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 9: Term 1 QAR 14,850 • Term 2 QAR 14,850 • Whole‑year QAR 29,700 • Books QAR 2,000 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 10: Term 1 QAR 15,350 • Term 2 QAR 15,350 • Whole‑year QAR 30,700 • Books QAR 2,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 11: Term 1 QAR 15,350 • Term 2 QAR 15,350 • Whole‑year QAR 30,700 • Books QAR 2,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.
- Grade 12: Term 1 QAR 15,850 • Term 2 QAR 15,850 • Whole‑year QAR 31,700 • Books QAR 2,500 • Uniform QAR 800. Registration QAR 1,000; Seat reservation QAR 1,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed and paid by term. Each term fee must be paid at the start of the term. Term tuition fees are payable in full regardless of the student's joining date during the term.
- Seat reservation payments must be made before the end of the current academic year and are deducted from the first‑term tuition invoice for the following year.
- Registration, seat reservation, books and uniform fees are payable on registration. Books and uniform fees become non‑refundable once items are received. Registration and seat reservation fees are non‑refundable.
- If a seat is reserved but the student does not attend, half of the term payment will still be required.
- Failure to comply with payment deadlines can affect re‑registration for the next academic year; outstanding balances must be settled before school documents are released.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: Not applicable. Hartford American School operates as a day school and does not list boarding or residential provision.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Books fee: varies by grade (from QAR 1,500 up to QAR 2,500 depending on grade). See grade breakdown above.
- Uniform fee: QAR 800 (flat amount shown across grades).
- Transportation / bus: bus service is available; bus fees are charged according to the approved fee structure and must be paid to enroll in the transport service. Specific bus‑fee amounts are managed under the school's transportation policy.
- Any additional external exam fees, activity fees, field trips, or optional service charges will be invoiced separately when applicable (these items are charged in addition to the standard tuition and book/uniform fees).

Refund and cancellation rules

- Registration fee: non‑refundable. Seat reservation fee: non‑refundable (but deducted from first‑term tuition). Books and uniform fees: non‑refundable once items are received.
- Tuition fees: not refunded if the student is withdrawn during any term; term tuition fees are payable in full regardless of the joining date.
- If a seat was reserved but the student never attends, half of the term payment is still payable.
- Any fee discount previously granted will be cancelled if a student withdraws during the academic year or if one sibling withdraws.

Fee payment options and how to arrange payment

- Payments are handled by the school's administration/accounts office. For payment arrangements or account queries, contact the school by phone at +974 4445 4555 or +974 5000 8366, or by email at mail@hasqatar.com or reception@hasqatar.com.

Notes for parents (practical points)

- Seat reservation must be completed and paid before the year‑end deadline to guarantee placement for the following year; the seat reservation payment is credited against the first‑term invoice.
- Expect separate invoices for any optional services (transport, extracurriculars, external exams) and for book/uniform packages at registration.
Academics

Hartford American School teaches American Curriculum.

Curriculum
Hartford American School uses an American curriculum. It serves Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, with Kindergarten (Preschool, KG1 and KG2), Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). Languages taught include English, Arabic, and French. Kindergarten course offerings include English, Mathematics, Science, French, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Physical Education, Art, and Music. Course offerings in Elementary, Middle School, and High School include English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arabic, French, Qatar History, Information Technology, Islamic Studies, Art, and Music, with High School also offering SAT and IELTS preparation classes and electives such as Theatre, Art, Music, Robotics, Business Administration, and Economics.

Student Teacher Ratio
Low teacher-student ratios in every class (1-18) with qualified assistants.

Higher Education Progression
The school aims to help students transition to college.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Well-being is embedded in Hartford American School's mission to provide high-quality education and foster well-being. Empathy is a core value guiding the community. Students are encouraged to speak up in a culture of openness, trust, and respect. The Hartford social development program supports social-emotional development through physical education, the arts, and theatre. A Social Worker provides therapeutic plans for individual behavior, and a restorative framework is used in handling incidents; the anti-bullying policy ensures victims receive support and that interventions are provided for involved students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides extra support to students who are below expectations in Arabic, English or French, science and mathematics. When needs are identified, referrals to specialized organizations and outside services are made. A Social Worker can develop a therapeutic plan for individual behavior. Diagnostic assessments and related processes are used to identify learning difficulties to ensure appropriate support and guidance.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English Language Arts is a core subject across grades (Pre-K through Grade 12). English Language Arts is offered in Pre-K, Grades 1–5, and Grades 9–12 as part of the curriculum. The school provides extra support for students who are below expectations in English as part of its targeted intervention.

Mental Wellbeing
The mission emphasizes fostering well-being. Safeguarding promotes a safe, open environment where students are supported, and bullying policies address emotional and physical well-being. The school clinic supports students' health and well-being, with healthcare professionals available during school hours.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is the highest priority. Staff are trained to recognize concerns and work with parents and external agencies; clear procedures are in place for safeguarding, including contact with the Designated Safeguarding Lead at complaint@hasqatar.com. The school partners with Sidra Medicine through the SCAP (Sidra Child Advocacy Program) to identify and respond to abuse or neglect. The campus features 24-hour security, single-point access, CCTV, and established emergency and drill procedures.
Parent Experience

History
Hartford American School is a private, co-educational institution in Doha, Qatar, serving preschool through grade 12. It follows the American Curriculum aligned with Common Core Standards, designed to foster curiosity, research, and analytical thinking. The school emphasizes core values of integrity, honesty, and compassion, and operates with state-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated faculty to nurture each student's potential. Hartford American School has CIS membership, reflecting commitment to international education and ethical standards.

Community
Hartford American School fosters a diverse, inclusive community with students from many nationalities. The campus offers after-school activities, field trips, and community services that extend learning beyond the classroom. Libraries include a kindergarten library and a larger library for elementary and secondary students, supporting research and reading for all grades. Volunteers contribute to library coverage, morning assemblies, field trips, and support in music, math, and sports lessons.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a library on campus. Volunteers covered the library, morning assemblies, field trips and helped in Music, Math and sports lessons. The preschool program Sprout and Grow includes planting activities. Science competitions include national champions in scientific research. Astronomy competitions such as the Astronomy Olympiad reach for the stars.

Sports Facilities
The school has a Physical Education program including Karate, Swimming, Basketball, and Fitness. Karate offers a comprehensive workout and improves cardiovascular fitness, coordination and reflexes. Swimming develops cardiovascular health and lung capacity. Basketball builds balance, coordination, concentration, and self-discipline. Fitness routines increase motivation and help prevent injuries.

Academic Facilities
The school has a library on campus. Reading instruction is supported by MAP reading assessments and tutorials in extended day programs. The school follows the American Common Core Curriculum based on the California Standards. ICT is integrated into the curriculum. By grade 12, students should complete 28 credits including English, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies, Arabic, Economics, Islamic Studies, ICT, and Physical Education/Yearbook.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school hosts national science competitions and has national champions in scientific research. The Astronomy Olympiad features at the school, with students reaching for the stars. Sports and physical education activities include partnerships such as visits to My Gym Qatar Children Fitness Centre. Volunteers participate in library activities and morning assemblies. The school engages students in events such as the Qatar National Day Showcasing Video Competition. The school has hosted prestigious scientific research fairs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school teaches an American curriculum aligned to the Common Core standards in English and mathematics and Next Generation Standards in science and social studies. The curriculum centers on a student-driven, whole-child approach that links learning to real-world inquiry and technology integration. Students participate in scientific research, reading Olympics, and competitions such as famelab and Qatar debate, with SAT and IELTS preparation beginning in grade 8. The curriculum also connects learners with local culture through Qatar history, Islamic studies, and Arabic courses.

Arts & Creative
The school provides arts education as part of the curriculum, including visual arts, music, dance, and theatre. Art alleviates stress, fosters creative thinking, enhances self-esteem, and gives students a sense of achievement.

Cultural & Language
Qatar history, Islamic studies, and Arabic are taught to connect learners with local culture and identity. The curriculum includes community activities, celebrations, and partnerships that reflect Qatar's cultural identity. Cultures of Nations and Peoples is a HAS event that showcases cultural learning.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities include sports clubs that develop talents and shape students' personalities. Field trips and seminars provide learning beyond the classroom, visiting libraries, museums, and other educational venues. Libraries support ongoing study with dedicated spaces and thousands of books for kindergarten through high school.

Community & Service
Volunteering is a core part of Hartford American School's community service initiatives; Volunteers assist in libraries, morning assemblies, field trips, and music, math, and sports lessons. The school has hosted volunteering competitions recognizing student service. Students engage in community activities and partnerships as part of their learning.

Leadership & Professional
The curriculum includes participation in Qatar debate competitions, supporting leadership and communication skills. The school hosts a prestigious University Fair to aid college and career planning. SAT and IELTS preparation begins in grade 8 to prepare students for higher education.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Karate, swimming, basketball, and fitness are offered as part of Physical Education. These activities promote cardiovascular health, coordination, concentration, self-discipline, and overall fitness. Sports clubs and athletics programs contribute to talent development and personal growth.
Languages

Language Provision
The school uses an American curriculum and applies the Common Core State Standards in mathematics and English, along with Next Generation Standards for science and social studies. The curriculum is student-centered and integrates ICT through a technology applications course and online textbook access. Qatar history, Islamic studies, and Arabic courses connect learning to local culture. From grade 8, SAT and IELTS preparation is offered, and textbooks come with online access from major publishers (McGraw-Hill, Pearson, Scholastic, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt).
Reputation

Awards
National Scientific Research Competition — 1st place (2025).
Volunteering Competition — 1st place (2024).

Accreditations
The school offers internationally accredited, differentiated curriculum aligned to the Common Core California State standards in English and Mathematics and Next Generation Standards in Science and Social Studies.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission is inclusive and open to students of all nationalities, subject to seat availability. New applicants are required to undergo entrance examinations in both English and Math. The school also considers the applicant's previous school reports and behavior records when evaluating their application. The administration retains the discretion to accept or decline the applicant based on academic performance and behavior.

2. Seat Reservation for the Next Academic Year: At the end of February every year, the school forwards Seat Reservation Forms to the parents. If the intention is to keep the child enrolled for the following academic year, the parent should respond to the letter and settle the non-refundable seat reservation fee. This fee is deducted from the first-semester tuition and guarantees the child's seat reservation.

3. Withdrawal from HAS: The guardian submits a transfer request to the Students' Affairs Department with the acceptance letter from the new school. In case of leaving the country, a cancellation request must be signed by the parent. The parent should settle all unpaid balance to proceed and receive any requested documents from the school administration.
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