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American School in Doha

ACS International School Doha is a leading American curriculum school in Qatar for boys and girls aged 3-18 delivering an American and International curriculum. We are home to over 950 students from over 70 nationalities delivering a world-renowned international education, operating a rolling admissions process that enables students to join us in any Grade and at any time of the academic year giving ultimate flexibility for our American families and international community.

Our American curriculum combined with the International Baccalaureate programmes offer a world-class education and an outstanding selection of sports and co-curricular opportunities. 

American & International Curriculum Options at ACS Doha

As a fully authorised and successful International Baccalaureate (IB) World School with excellent 2021 IB results we offer:

Advanced Placement (AP)

The Advanced Placement Programme® (AP), a renowned American curriculum, enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school, giving students the opportunity to dig deeper into subjects that interest them, develop advanced skills, and learn to tap their analytical potential. AP courses are widely accepted in Universities and countries around the globe.

  • AP International Diploma (APID) requires students to display mastery on AP Exams across several disciplines, and represents an exceptional level of achievement.
  • AP Capstone Diploma (ACPD) is built on the foundation of a new, two-year High School course, designed to complement and enhance the in-depth, discipline-specific study provided through AP courses. It cultivates curious, independent, and collaborative scholars and prepares them to make logical, evidence-based decisions.
International Baccalaureate

The International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes empower school-aged students to take ownership in their own learning and help them develop future-ready skills to make a difference and thrive in a world that changes fast. This is delivered across four programmes. recognised by the American curriculum:

  • IB Primary Years Programme - ages 3-11
  • IB Middle Years Programme - ages 11-16
  • IB Diploma Programme- ages 16-18
  • IB Career-Related Programme - ages 16-18
ACS High School Diploma

All ACS International Schools students who successfully complete the prescribed course of study receive an accredited High School Diploma, a key differentiator for us as an American international school in Doha which meets the admission requirements for US colleges and universities. Students pursuing this qualification choose from an extensive range of traditional and contemporary subjects to create their own uniquely challenging programmes. 

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Why choose ACS Doha?

Discover our landmark campus in Al Kheesa, Doha with outstanding facilities and innovative learning spaces designed to enrich and empower our IB learners education. Our 60,000m square campus includes:

  • Open, spacious campus with learner-led classroom environments
  • All-weather athletics track
  • New generation Fifa football pitch
  • Varsity Basketball courts in our sports arena
  • High-tech Performing Arts theatre

The ACS Doha school community represents over 70 nationalities from around the world across our four divisions. Since ACS International Schools started in 1967 we have understood and addressed the needs of relocating families, as well as Qatari families wanting to secure the very best international education for their children. As a fully accredited IB World School, we offer the very best education for American, Qatari and International families. 

When I talk to my three children, what stands out to me is their enjoyment of learning, and how they are becoming independent learners..

Parent, ACS Doha 

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FAQs

Whereabouts is ACS International School located in Doha?

ACS Doha International School

Building no 10, Street No 161, Zone 70 

PO Box. 200568, Al Kheesa 

Doha, Qatar

Distance from the campus:

Lusail: 15 minutes

Education City: 20 minutes

The Pearl: 24 minutes

West Bay: 24 minutes

Al Waab: 35 minutes

IKEA Qatar: 5 minutes

What age do you accept students from and until?

ACS Doha offers Early Childhood education for 3-6 year olds, Lower School education for 6-11 year olds, Middle School education for 11-14 year olds and High School education for 14-18 year olds. We off year-round enrolment, so prospective students are able to join us at any point throughout the year.

What curriculum does the school follow?

ACS Doha offers all four of the International Baccalaureate programmes, along with the Advanced Placement programme and the US High School Diploma. ACS Doha is one of the first schools in Qatar to offer all 4 IB programmes, demonstrating a truly international education experience.

Is the curriculum taught in Arabic?

All our teaching is taught in English, however at ACS International School Doha we are keen to consider the significant Qatari culture and heritage by providing an effective learning environment, resources and programs that promote the national identity of Qatari students.

By offering the three mandatory subjects: Arabic language, Islamic Studies and Qatari history, students study Qatari history and the Arab-Islamic civilization. They also learn about the components of Qatari culture including the rich customs and traditions

Do parents get involved in school life?

ACS Doha has a truly international and active community, parents play an important role in this community. There a regular events and opportunities that help bring the community together organised by the parents of ACS. Our community is one of the schools' strengths, and we are pleased to work very closely with the parents of ACS.

Are there extra-curricular activities available?

There is a full time-table of co-curricular activities before, during and after school that our students can get involved in. We strongly encourage and recommend all students to participate in extra-curricular activities, to help develop passions and new skills.

What do the Tuition Fees include?
  • International Education through high quality educational programmes
  • Native Language Enrichment Programmes
  • New ground breaking campus enriched with state of the art facilities
  • Accessible & modern technology to assist with development
  • Extra-curricular activities to further progression
What makes ACS Doha one of the best american schools in Qatar?

The truly international community is at the heart of everything ACS Doha does and sets out to achieve. Our educational approach embraces the fact that every child comes to ACS Doha with his or her own hopes and aspirations.