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Swiss International School Qatar has 830 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
The Swiss International School Qatar is located on Al Hashimiya Street in the Al Luqta district of Doha, Qatar. The campus address is Al Hashimiya Street, Al Luqta, Doha. It sits in a residential area with access to Doha's road network.
Stages
SISQ serves students aged 3 to 18 and is structured into Early Years, Primary School, and Secondary School. The school provides an IB continuum from Early Years through Grade 12.
Type
SISQ is a co-educational, day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school represents a diverse community, with around 64 nationalities reported among students and a strong emphasis on inclusivity; the most common nationalities and the local-to-international ratio are not publicly published.
Additional learning support
The school describes itself as inclusive and multilingual and maintains a Learning Support Team. There is evidence of dedicated roles such as SENCo and a School Counsellor role within SISQ's staff and recruitment activity.
Country affiliation
The school operates under the Swiss branding and emphasizes the international values of Switzerland, but there is no explicit formal government affiliation cited.
Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation stated. Arabic, Islamic and Qatari History is taught as part of the national curriculum, with Islamic Studies provided for Muslim students.
School day structure
The school day for PK2–Grade 12 runs from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm, with a morning registration, periodic breaks, lunch, and multiple class periods. PK1 operates from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm with a shorter schedule and breaks built in.
Bus service
There is no in-school bus service offered by SISQ. Families typically arrange their own transport or use external options.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Swiss International School Qatar ranges from QAR 55,750 to QAR 74,017 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts in QAR) - Early Years and Primary (PK1 / PK2 / Kindergarten / Grades 1–5): QAR 55,750 per year. - Middle Years (Grades 6–10): QAR 66,717 per year. - Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12): QAR 74,017 per year.
Per‑term detail (installments and how fees are invoiced) - The school's annual tuition is collected across three term instalments with invoices issued in advance of each term; payments for each term are due before the start dates shown below. (The school invoices the appropriate portion of the annual fee for each term.) - For straightforward reference, an equal three‑way division of the published annual fees would yield the following per‑term amounts (shown as QAR, rounded to two decimals): - PK / Primary (annual QAR 55,750) — per term (equal split): QAR 18,583.33. - Grades 6–10 (annual QAR 66,717) — per term (equal split): QAR 22,239.00. - Grades 11–12 (annual QAR 74,017) — per term (equal split): QAR 24,672.33.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Term payment due dates for the academic year shown are: - Term 1: payment due by 28 August 2025. - Term 2: payment due by 04 January 2026. - Term 3: payment due by 23 March 2026. - Consequences for late or unpaid fees may include blocking of school reports, withholding of reference letters, blocking re‑enrolment for the next academic year, and other measures approved by the Ministry of Education.
Boarding fees - Boarding accommodation is not listed as a service or fee for Swiss International School Qatar; there are no boarding fees applicable. The school operates as a day school.
Other costs and one‑off charges - School uniform: charged separately; price list available from the official supplier. - Lost or damaged textbooks/library books: charges apply for items lost or damaged beyond accepted standard. - Additional lessons, specialist support, external extracurricular providers, some school trips, and external examination fees: may incur additional charges and will be invoiced separately to parents.
Refunds and withdrawals - Registration fee: non‑refundable. - Withdrawals: one term's written notice is required when withdrawing a student. If the required notice is not given, fees for the following term are payable. - Cancellations after a place is confirmed: notification must be given in writing before the first termly instalment of fees is due to avoid further liability.
Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods: bank transfer (preferred), cash at the school collections office, or cheque payable to Swiss International School. Parents making bank transfers should include the child's name on the transfer and provide a copy of the transfer document; bank charges are borne by the payer. - Bank details published by the school (account currency QAR): - Bank: Qatar National Bank (Al Shoumoukh Branch) - Account name: Swiss International School - Account number: 0260-051488-001 - SWIFT: QNBAQAQA - IBAN: QA56 QNBA 0000 0000 0260 0514 8800 1.
Notes (format and presentation) - All amounts above are shown in Qatari Riyals (QAR). The school states that the fee structure is approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and may be reviewed annually.
Academics
Swiss International School Qatar teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Swiss Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
Swiss International School Qatar (SISQ) is an IB Continuum World School for ages 3 to 18, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) across the full age range. In Early Years (PK1–PK2), SISQ follows the IB Primary Years Programme with instruction in English and French and an inquiry- and play-based approach. Primary School (PK1–Grade 5) uses the PYP with a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based framework and the IB Learner Profile in a multilingual setting. Secondary School (Grade 6–10) follows the IB MYP, and the Diploma Programme is offered for Grades 11–12; Arabic, Islamic/Cultural Studies and Qatar History are taught in line with Qatar's Ministry of Education requirements. The Diploma Programme provides a broad range of subjects across groups and language options, including Arabic, French and German alongside core DP subjects in English.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit your application via the OpenApply application form for each child. This is a two-step process: first fill out the form with complete parent and child details, then upload the required documents. Incomplete applications are not processed.
2. The admissions team schedules a student assessment and interview. An assessment and interview are arranged, and overseas applicants typically have online interviews. Selected applicants are invited to assessments after initial screening.
3. A seat offer is issued within about one week after the assessment. The offer is communicated by a Seat Offer Letter. The family has a limited time to respond to the offer. The school reserves the right to offer the place to another family if the offer is not accepted.
4. To accept the offer, families have one week from the receipt of the Seat Offer Letter. They must complete and sign the Terms and Conditions and pay the non-refundable Registration Fee. For overseas students, the Probation Agreement must also be completed and returned. Enrollment is finalized after acceptance.
Scholarships
Scholarships: The SISQ Scholarship Programme offers scholarships for gifted and talented students joining Grades 9 and 10, with financial awards ranging from 50% to 100% of full tuition fees for the 2018-2019 academic year. Some SISQ students earned scholarships in 2025.
School Events
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FAQs
What is the age range of students at Swiss International School Qatar (SISQ)?
SISQ serves students from 3 to 18 years old, covering Early Years through Secondary.
Where is SISQ located in Doha?
The school is on Al Hashimiya Street in the Al Luqta area of Doha, Qatar, on a brand-new campus across two buildings.
What curriculum does SISQ follow?
SISQ offers the IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) in a multilingual environment, with English as the main language of instruction and strong language support for French and German.
How much are tuition fees at SISQ by year group?
EY & PYP (PK1–Grade 5) total for the year is 55,750 QAR (including resources and insurance). MYP (Grades 6–10) is 66,717 QAR, and DP (Grades 11–12) is 74,017 QAR for the year. A non-refundable registration fee of 2,500 QAR applies.
What is the admissions process for SISQ?
Admission starts with submitting an application and required documents, then an interview and assessment. Offers are typically issued within about a week of the interview, and families have one week to accept and pay the registration fee; overseas applicants may have online interviews and a probation agreement is required.
Are there scholarships or waitlists at SISQ?
Scholarship and waitlist information is not listed in the provided details.
Which IB programmes are available at SISQ?
SISQ offers the full IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
How does SISQ prepare students for higher education?
The IB framework and multilingual, internationally minded approach aim to prepare students for top universities, complemented by wellbeing and language support to enable broad academic achievement.
What sports facilities does SISQ have?
The campus includes a large multi-purpose sports hall, two outdoor volleyball courts, a handball court, and an outdoor basketball court.
What academic and arts facilities are available on campus?
Facilities include dedicated rooms for art, technology and design, music practice rooms, and an auditorium for performances and events, all within the two-building campus.
Is there an after-school program at SISQ?
Yes. The after-school program offers a wide range of activities across sports, performing arts, music, debate, languages and art, with registration via the Clubsby App.
What kinds of extracurricular activities can students join at SISQ?
Activities span sports, performing arts, music, debate, languages and art, with arts celebrations and cross-language performances that showcase student and teacher creativity.
Does SISQ provide leadership or citizenship opportunities through its ECAs?
Extracurriculars focus on developing the four Cs—critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration—through age-appropriate activities and opportunities for global experiences.
What languages are taught at SISQ and how are they delivered?
English is the primary language of instruction. French is integrated across the curriculum (daily in Primary Years), with level-based French classes and Arabic taught as a language. German language support is provided for native German speakers.
Is there mother tongue support for multilingual students?
Yes, mother tongue support is available to help students maintain home languages while becoming multilingual.
Are there immersion programs at SISQ?
There are no immersion programs noted in the provided information.
When did SISQ open, and how has it grown?
SISQ opened in 2017 with about 300 students and now enrolls over 800 students, offering a full IB Diploma Programme and an international Swiss-rooted education.
What is the SISQ Community Hub and how does it work?
The Community Hub offers Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) and Community Activities (CAs). ECAs are registered via the Clubsby App, while CAs connect students and the wider community through activities planned each term and run by a third-party provider.
Is there a Parents' Association or PTA at SISQ?
No information about a PTA is provided in the available details.
Does SISQ hold any accreditations or awards?
No accreditations or awards are listed in the provided information.
