Best international school in Doha. AWIS - Al Wataniya International School is a primary school for students from 3 to 11 years of age. AWIS A leading primary school catering to the educational needs of international students in Doha, Qatar. Welcome to AWIS - Al Wataniya International School The learning community that cares Our Staff Fees Enrol Now Our vision is to nurture and empower successful global leaders through inspired learning Our school is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally. We offer a well-rounded curriculum and a supportive community to help every child reach their full potential. Read More Latest News Nutty Scientists visit AWIS 18 October 2026 Th Nutty Scientists visited AWIS to provide an interactive science experience of experiments, demonstrations and surprises. More Year 2 School Trip 10 October 2026 Our Year 2 students used their imagination and creativity as they became pizza chefs for the day on their school trip. More Friendship Week 29 September 2026 Where we investigate what makes a good friend and embrace the kindness, inclusiveness and relationships we have within the AWIS school community. More

Nutty Scientists visit AWIS An exciting and interactive science experience Published: 18 October 2026 Th Nutty Scientists visited AWIS to provide an interactive science experience of experiments, demonstrations and surprises. On Wednesday 14th October, we were thrilled to welcome a very special team to our school called the Nutty Scientists! As part of our Science Week celebrations, students across the school enjoyed an exciting and interactive science experience filled with fascinating experiments, amazing demonstrations and plenty of surprises! Our students had the opportunity to watch an entertaining science show, exploring the wonders of solids, liquids and gases through exciting demonstrations. From spectacular volcanic eruptions to incredible experiments involving dry ice and carbon dioxide (CO₂), there was so much to discover! The excitement didn't stop there! Students also had the chance to get involved in fun, hands-on activities, make predictions, ask questions and observe science in action. It was wonderful to see so many curious faces, enthusiastic volunteers and amazed reactions throughout the day! The experience brought science to life in a fun, engaging and memorable way, encouraging our young scientists to explore, question and discover the world around them. A huge thank you to Nutty Scientists Qatar for making our Science Week extra special and inspiring a love of science in our students. What a fantastic day of scientific discovery!

Discover the latest news and articles from our school blog. Stay informed with insightful news and articles on education trends. Blog Occasional articles on activities in school, the education sector, and general matters of interest. Occasional articles on activities in school, the education sector, and general matters of interest. Nutty Scientists visit AWIS 18 October 2026 Th Nutty Scientists visited AWIS to provide an interactive science experience of experiments, demonstrations and surprises. More Wear your House Colours with Pride 3 October 2026 Wear your House Colours with Pride day at AWIS is a celebration of unity and belonging as a culmination of Friendship Week and a chance for students to meet their teammates from other classes. More Healthy Choices at AWIS 14 September 2026 Working together with families to encourage children to make positive choices about the food and drinks they enjoy each day. More Moving to Qatar as a UK-Qualified Teacher 1 December 2025 A brief overview of the process and paperwork entailed in accepting a job at an international school in Qatar More Foundation Stage Concert Delight 25 June 2025 Our Foundation Stage children took to the stage for a heartwarming and vibrant end of year concert that had parents and teachers beaming with pride. With a perfect blend of singing, dancing, and acting, the performance was a wonderful showcase of the children's creativity, confidence, and development. More Excellent Results in TIMSS 2023 1 May 2025 AWIS Year 5 students achieve outstanding results in TIMSS 2023 international maths and science assessment, showcasing excellence in British curriculum education in Qatar. Discover AWIS school performance and insights. More Outstanding Score in TIMMS 2019 1 July 2021 AWIS recognised for outstanding Maths and Science results in international benchmarking tests. More Year 2 School Trip 10 October 2026 Our Year 2 students used their imagination and creativity as they became pizza chefs for the day on their school trip. More Why AWIS Has a Screen Time and Video Use Policy 1 October 2026 Why AWIS developed a research-based screen time policy to define when screen time adds value to student learning and wellbeing. More FS Art Exhibition 19 May 2026 The talent and creativity of our budding artists in Foundation Stage blew us all away. More Certificate of Appreciation for 2024-25 28 September 2025 A "White Flag" Certificate of Appreciation received from Ministry of Education and Higher Education to recognise the school for receiving no complaints or violations during the 2024-25 academic year. More Graduation Assembly 2025 4 June 2025 Our graduation assembly this year was a truly unforgettable celebration of the journey our wonderful Year 6 class has taken at AWIS. More Outstanding PIRLS 2021 results 2 November 2023 AWIS students excel in the PIRLS worldwide assessment of reading skills for 9 year olds More Friendship Week 29 September 2026 Where we investigate what makes a good friend and embrace the kindness, inclusiveness and relationships we have within the AWIS school community. More Parent Information Evening 2026 14 September 2026 At our Parent Information Evenings our teachers shared key information about daily routines, school and classroom expectations, the curriculum and learning taking place this year. More AWIS Book Day 2026 23 April 2026 Students dressed up as their favourite literary characters to celebrate our love of books and reading here at AWIS. More School Report Card 2024-2025 1 August 2025 AWIS received an excellent School Report Card for the 2024-2025 academic year from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Qatar. Discover stakeholder reflections on the school and how we compare to others. More Alice the Musical 19 May 2025 An unforgettable journey to wonderland, brought to life through the amazing acting, singing and dancing of over 50 AWIS students. More Requirements for Joining an International School 1 December 2022 Learn in advance all the paperwork required to join an international school in Qatar More

We have a number of school policies in place to document our procedures and expectations across the school. Policies We have a number of school policies in place to document our procedures and expectations across the school. Those most relevant to parents are listed below. SCHOOL Why Choose AWIS Ethos, Vision and Mission Community Timings and School Day Uniform Policies You are welcome to contact the School Office if you need any explanation or greater clarity. The following documents are available for download: Anti-bullying Policy .pdf Download PDF • 745KB Attendance, Punctuality and Collection Policy .pdf Download PDF • 696KB Behaviour Guidelines - Students Yrs.1 to 2 .pdf Download PDF • 133KB Behaviour Guidelines - Students Yrs.3 to 6 .pdf Download PDF • 163KB Behaviour Policy .pdf Download PDF • 730KB Communication Policy .pdf Download PDF • 810KB Community Safety Policy .pdf Download PDF • 656KB Healthy Eating Policy .pdf Download PDF • 641KB Screen Time and Video Use Policy .pdf Download PDF • 635KB Student Health, Illness and First Aid Policy .pdf Download PDF • 1.07MB Uniform Policy .pdf Download PDF • 677KB

Best international school in Qatar. UK-style education in a caring and supportive environment School AWIS is a British-managed international school in north Doha, close to Qatar University, the Lagoon, and Doha Golf Club. We offer a UK-style education to children aged 3 - 11 drawn from over 50 nationalities. SCHOOL Why Choose AWIS Ethos, Vision and Mission Community Timings and School Day Uniform Policies Our vision is to nurture and empower successful global leaders through inspired learning. More We offer a UK-style education to children aged 3 - 11 drawn from over 50 nationalities. No single nationality makes up more than 16% of the student body, so we offer a truly diverse environment where children from all parts of the world can feel at home. The ethos of AWIS is to create an enjoyable, open and collaborative environment where children, their families and staff feel secure, valued, confident and independent. We work closely with our parents to forge a strong home/school relationship through effective communication to ensure the needs of students are consistently met. Our location is ideal for parents living or working in The Pearl, West Bay and Lusail area of north Doha. See our Location Map for details. Further details... Why Choose AWIS Best small international school in Doha. EYFS curriculum, delivered in English, by UK qualified teachers. More Timings and School Day Discover the school daily schedule, including timings for classes, parent pick-up/drop-off details, and more. More Ethos, Vision and Mission See how our ethos, vision and mission guide everything we do, including daily learning goals. More Uniform Discover AWIS Doha's comprehensive school uniform guide, including easy purchasing options. Ensure your child is ready with our high-quality uniforms today! More Community All stakeholders - parents, staff, student body and external groups - are valued.. More Policies We have a number of school policies in place to document our procedures and expectations across the school. More

Explore our School Calendar to stay updated on important dates and events. Access our Calendar now to plan your school year effectively! Calendar Our calendar of upcoming events. 30 August 2026 - First day of Term 1 8 September 2026 - Parent Information Evening FS & UKS2 9 September 2026 - Parent Information Evening KS1 & LKS2 20 September 2026 - 24 September 2026 Friendship Week 24 September 2026 - Wear Your House Colours with Pride 8 October 2026 - Monster Phonics Day 11 October 2026 - 15 October 2026 Science Week 18 October 2026 - 22 October 2026 Assessment Week 25 October 2026 - 29 October 2026 School Closed - Mid-term Break 26 November 2026 - 29 November 2026 School Closed - Holiday 17 December 2026 - Last day of Term 1 20 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 School Closed - Winter Break 4 January 2027 - First day of Term 2 4 March 2027 - Last day of Term 2 7 March 2027 - 11 March 2027 School Closed - Eid Al-Fitr 14 March 2027 - First day of Term 3 16 May 2027 - 20 May 2027 School Closed - Eid Al-Adha 22 June 2027 - Last day of Term 3 2026-27 Term Dates - approved by MoEHE .pdf Download PDF • 694KB

Year 2 School Trip Pizza has never tasted better. Published: 10 October 2026 Our Year 2 students used their imagination and creativity as they became pizza chefs for the day on their school trip. Our Year 2 children had a fantastic hands-on experience in a cooking class, where they had the exciting opportunity to make their very own pizzas! The children enjoyed getting involved in each step of the process. It was wonderful to see them working independently, following instructions and taking pride in creating something they could enjoy. A huge well done to our Year 2 chefs for their fantastic effort and creativity. We hope they enjoyed eating their delicious creations as much as they enjoyed making them!

Foundation Stage Concert Delight A Celebration of Talent and Joy Published: 25 June 2025 Our Foundation Stage children took to the stage for a heartwarming and vibrant end of year concert that had parents and teachers beaming with pride. With a perfect blend of singing, dancing, and acting, the performance was a wonderful showcase of the children's creativity, confidence, and development. Our Foundation Stage children took to the stage for a heartwarming and vibrant end of year concert that had parents and teachers beaming with pride. With a perfect blend of singing, dancing, and acting, the performance was a wonderful showcase of the children's creativity, confidence, and development. The concert opened with a cheerful group song, setting a joyful tone for the performance. The children sang with enthusiasm, their voices filling the hall with energy and excitement. The children from all the classes joined together, taking turns to have their time to shine on the stage. In between musical numbers, the children delighted the audience with their acting skills and dramatic storytelling. Whether portraying cows in the meadow, market sellers in the souq, the elements needed to grow a seed or the minibeasts visiting the beautiful flowers, their expressive acting brought the tale to life. It was clear how much effort had gone into rehearsals, with every child taking their moment in the spotlight with pride. Dressed in colourful costumes, with the hats the children had proudly created themselves adding a personalised aspect to the proceedings everyone joined in with glee. Movement and actions added another dimension, with choreographed routines that showcased not only rhythm and coordination but also the children’s growing confidence. Each musical number having its own unique set of actions, which were met with smiles and applause. Beyond the entertainment, the FS concert was a beautiful reflection of the progress the children have made throughout the year. It highlighted the importance of play-based learning and the development of communication, teamwork, and social skills. A huge thank you goes to the FS team, who worked tirelessly to support the children and bring the production together. And of course, well done to all our young stars, your performance truly lit up the stage and our hearts!

Graduation Assembly 2025 A Farewell to Remember Published: 4 June 2025 Our graduation assembly this year was a truly unforgettable celebration of the journey our wonderful Year 6 class has taken at AWIS. As teachers, we have had the privilege of watching these children grow – not just in knowledge, but in confidence, kindness, and creativity. Our Year 6 Graduation Assembly was a chance to reflect on all of that and more. In the weeks leading up to graduation, our classroom was filled with the sound of rehearsals, laughter, and the occasional (friendly) debate about which song best represented our time together. Choosing the music was no easy feat – it took many sessions, long lists, and even longer discussions, but eventually, we agreed on songs that truly captured our shared memories and emotions. They were meaningful, heartfelt, and perfect for the occasion. The children also spent time crafting and refining their speeches, each one a beautiful reflection of their journey through AWIS. Every student took the stage to share their proudest moments, favourite lessons, and most treasured experiences – from school trips and sports days to science experiments and class projects. Their words were honest, often funny, and always touching. It was clear just how much their time here had shaped them, and we couldn’t have been prouder. A highlight of the build-up to the big day was the painting sessions, where each student created their own canvas. These stunning artworks were a celebration of individuality and creativity, and the process was just as special as the finished pieces. The children poured their creativity into their paintings, resulting in a colourful gallery that perfectly captured the spirit of our class. Excitement reached its peak as the children tried on their graduation caps for the first time. The room lit up with pride and anticipation as they looked at each other, beaming and realising how far they’d come. For many, it was a moment of reflection – the end of an era and the beginning of something new. As we said our final goodbyes at the end of the assembly, there were plenty of hugs, photos and a few tears too. This class has been a joy to teach – curious, lively, thoughtful, and never a dull moment. AWIS won’t be the same without them, and their absence will certainly be felt in the corridors and classrooms. We wish them all the best in the exciting adventures ahead and hope they carry the spirit of AWIS with them wherever they go. We’ll miss you, Year 6 – thank you for the memories. Amanda Leonard Year 6 Teacher

Friendship Week Celebrating the importance of kindness, inclusion and looking out for one another. Published: 29 September 2026 Where we investigate what makes a good friend and embrace the kindness, inclusiveness and relationships we have within the AWIS school community. Last week, we had a wonderful time celebrating Friendship Week across our school! It was a fantastic opportunity for our children to think about what it means to be a good friend and to celebrate the importance of kindness, inclusion and looking out for one another. Throughout the week, the children took part in a variety of fun and creative activities. One of the highlights was our ‘Friendship Café’, where children had the opportunity to visit a different classroom, spend time with new friends, play games and simply enjoy a bite to eat together. It was lovely to see children making new connections and enjoying time together outside of their usual classrooms. We also got creative with our very own Friendship Graffiti Wall, where children shared positive messages and ideas about friendship. Other activities included writing friendship poems, making friendship bracelets and many more exciting activities that encouraged children to celebrate what makes a great friend. The week came to a wonderful end with a special Friendship Week Assembly. The children had the chance to share and celebrate some of the fantastic work they had completed throughout the week. To make the assembly even more special, everyone came dressed in their House colours, creating a wonderful atmosphere of community and togetherness.

Wear your House Colours with Pride A celebration of unity and belonging at AWIS Published: 3 October 2026 Wear your House Colours with Pride day at AWIS is a celebration of unity and belonging as a culmination of Friendship Week and a chance for students to meet their teammates from other classes. On Thursday 24 September, AWIS was filled with colour as children and staff wore their House colours with pride. From FS1 to Year 6, pupils represented Oryx, Camel, Dugong and Falcon in green, yellow, blue and red. The day gave children a chance to show which House they belong to and see their teammates across the school. It was lovely to see pupils of different ages sharing in the same celebration. As part of Friendship Week, wearing our House colours was a simple way to celebrate unity and belonging at AWIS. Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the day so colourful!

Why AWIS Has a Screen Time and Video Use Policy When does screen time add value to the school day? Published: 1 October 2026 Why AWIS developed a research-based screen time policy to define when screen time adds value to student learning and wellbeing. A short video can help a child understand a new idea. A movement activity on screen can bring energy back to a classroom. But children also need time to talk, read, write, play and learn with one another. Our Screen Time and Video Use Policy helps teachers make thoughtful choices about when a screen adds value to the school day. Research supports this balanced approach. UNESCO’s 2023 report on technology in education recommends putting learners’ needs first when deciding how to use digital tools. The World Health Organisation also highlights the importance of physical activity and opportunities for young children to learn through play and interaction. At AWIS, videos and devices may support planned learning, wellbeing and active brain breaks. Recreational viewing is not used to fill spare time, including during breaks or while pupils wait to go home. At the end of the day, an audio story can offer a calm shared experience without additional viewing. This approach reflects the importance we place on children’s wellbeing, relationships and responsible use of technology. It is also consistent with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education’s focus on developing pupils’ digital skills, while allowing us to respect the screen time choices families make at home. Our guiding question is simple: does this screen help children learn or feel well? If it does, we use it purposefully. If it does not, we choose the many other ways children learn best.