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Newton International Academy Barwa City

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 26,137 - 54,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1864
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 25

Building 48, Street 1125, Area 56, Doha, Qatar

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

Newton International Academy Barwa City has 1,864 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
The Barwa City campus is located at Building 48, Street 1125, Area 56, Doha, Qatar. It sits in the Barwa City district of Doha, within a modern development. The campus is accessed via local roads serving the Barwa City area.

Stages
EYFS F1–F2; Primary PK1–PK2 (Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2); Secondary Key Stage 3, 4 & 5.

Type
International school offering the UK curriculum. The school emphasizes an international community with a UK-based educational program.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Students from over 60 nationalities are represented at NIA Barwa City. The most commonly represented nationalities and the local-to-international ratio are not publicly published.

Additional learning support
SEND information is available and describes a three-tier support model (Wave One to Wave Three) with personalised learning plans (IEPs). Support includes Learning Support Assistants and Teaching Assistants, and, when needed, external referrals, speech and language therapy, counselling, and targeted interventions.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated; the school follows a UK curriculum.

Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not stated in publicly available information.

School day structure
School runs Sunday to Thursday. EYFS sessions end at 12:30 p.m., Primary ends at 1:30 p.m., and Secondary ends at 1:40 p.m.; office hours run from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Bus service
Public bus access serves the Barwa City area. Bus lines M140 and T603 stop near Barwa City, with a nearby stop (Street 1129) within a short walk to the campus.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Newton International Academy Barwa City ranges from QAR 26,137 to QAR 54,000 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees
- Entrance test fee: QAR 200 (non-refundable).
- Registration fee: QAR 2,500 (one‑off, non‑refundable).
- Seat reservation fee: QAR 2,000 (paid to secure a place; this amount is deducted from Term 1 fees).

Tuition and resources fees by year group (amounts shown per year and per term)
- Foundation 1: Annual tuition QAR 25,137; Annual resources fees QAR 1,000; Total per year QAR 26,137; Total per term (3 terms) QAR 8,712.
- Foundation 2: Annual tuition QAR 31,500; Annual resources fees QAR 1,000; Total per year QAR 32,500; Total per term (3 terms) QAR 10,833.
- Year 1–6: Annual tuition QAR 36,000; Annual resources fees QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 39,000; Total per term (3 terms) QAR 13,000.
- Year 7–9: Annual tuition QAR 42,000; Annual resources fees QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 45,000; Total per term (3 terms) QAR 15,000.
- Year 10–11: Annual tuition QAR 48,000; Annual resources fees QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 51,000; Total per term (3 terms) QAR 17,000.
- Year 12–13: Annual tuition QAR 51,000; Annual resources fees QAR 3,000; Total per year QAR 54,000; Total per term (3 terms) QAR 18,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is divided into three terms. Tuition fees are payable in advance, prior to the commencement of the term to which they apply.
- The seat reservation fee is deducted from Term 1 fees once a place is accepted.
- Admission mid‑term charging: if a student is admitted in the first half of a term, a full term's fees are charged; if admitted in the second half of a term, a half term's fees are charged.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as a provision and no boarding fees are shown in the published fee schedule. The school operates as a day school; no separate boarding charges are included.

Other costs and exclusions
- Annual resources fees are shown in the fee schedule and are included in the totals above (QAR 1,000 or QAR 3,000 depending on year group).
- School excursions, bus transportation and uniforms are not included in the tuition figures and are charged separately.

Refund information and withdrawal policy
- Entrance test and registration fees are explicitly non‑refundable. The seat reservation fee is deducted from Term 1 fees when a place is accepted.
- A timely written notification is required for withdrawal; the administration must be contacted for the full withdrawal procedure. No further refund schedule (for example term pro‑rata refunds after withdrawal) is detailed in the published fee regulation form.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Online payment gateway: an online payment facility is available for school fees, registration, entrance exam and other fees (online payment gateway option is provided).
- Point of sale (POS): direct payment at the school accounts office is accepted.
- Bank deposit / transfer: payments may be made by deposit or bank transfer. When transferring, include the invoice number and student name as the payment reference. Bank details published for payments are: Beneficiary name: Newton International Academy; Bank name: Qatar National Bank; Account number: 0252-035215-001; IBAN: QA22QNBA000000000252035215001; SWIFT code (outside Qatar): QNB AQAQA.
- For payment enquiries, the accounts contacts provided are asmaa.elshall@nia-newtonschools.com and jinane.almounajjed@nia-newtonschools.com and the mobile number listed for payment inquiries.
Academics

Newton International Academy Barwa City teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The Newton International Academy Barwa City follows a British-style curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, supplemented by a strong Arabic syllabus, with IGCSE and A-Level qualifications; it notes a higher-than-UK average pass rate in IGCSE and A-Levels. The EYFS comprises Foundation 1 (Nursery) and Foundation 2 (Reception) and uses six Areas of Learning and Development with a topic-led, child-centered approach to prepare children for Year 1. Primary includes Years 1–6 (Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2) with a contextual teaching style; subjects include English, Mathematics, Arabic (First and Second Language), Science, ICT, History, Geography, Art/Design & Technology, Citizenship, Islamic Studies, French, Qatar History (Arabic/English), Music and PE, plus P4C. Secondary encompasses Key Stages 3–5; the curriculum emphasizes STEM and offers twelve KS3 subjects, with Key Stage 4 leading to IGCSE and Key Stage 5 to A Levels, and includes options such as Human Biology, Travel and Tourism, Enterprise, Global Perspectives, Psychology, Photography and Thinking Skills. There is a strong emphasis on PSHE and Global Citizenship, with values-based education that blends British and Qatari values, alongside specialist teaching and enrichment activities such as Model United Nations and other programs.

Student Teacher Ratio
Not provided on the Curriculums pages.

Exam Results
The page notes a higher-than-UK average pass rate in IGCSE and A-Levels.

Higher Education Progression
Secondary notes that KS5 leads to A Levels, preparing students for higher education destinations worldwide.

Gifted and Talented
No dedicated 'Gifted and Talented' program is specified on the Curriculum pages, but the Secondary section highlights flexible pathways and enrichment options.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission is based on past school records, entrance assessment, and in some cases, an interview and an English proficiency test. Qualified students are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. The child's previous school report must be attested by the child's home country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Qatar Embassy and the Ministry of FA in Qatar. 2. Documents required include four passport-sized photographs. A copy of the applicant's passport and QID is required, as are copies of both parents' passports and QID. The report from the previous school, immunization records, completed Medical form, signed Fee Regulation form, and a copy of the birth certificate must also be submitted; the school will not retain any document if admission is not granted. All documents must be submitted before the entrance exam date. 3. After submission, you may apply for a test date and time, and pay a non-refundable entrance exam fee. The entrance exam fee is QR 204 according to the Application Guide. Testing is by appointment. 4. After the entrance assessment, you will be notified by telephone or e-mail whether the school can offer your child a place. 5. To confirm acceptance of an offer, visit the School's Accounts Office to pay the non-refundable Registration Fee. The school does not guarantee or reserve places; places are guaranteed only when the required fees are paid.
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