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WELCOME TO COMPASS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL DOHA

You want the best for your child. So do we. At Compass International School, we promise to support your child to love learning, and inspire them to achieve more than they ever thought possible.

KEY FACTS ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Applications open
Students can join after academic year begins  
Yearly Fees

From $17,063 per annum

Age range
3 to 19 years old
Curricula

AS & A level, IPC, IGCSE, National Curriculum for England, IB

Nationalities
80+
Maximum students
2000
Language of instruction
English
A LEADING INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL IN QATAR

Applications Open!

At Compass International School Doha, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Your child will love learning on our world-class campuses, where outstanding teachers personalise each student's education journey.

Through exceptional opportunities, global collaborations, and tailored academic pathways, we'll ignite your child's curiosity, nurture their talents, and inspire success.

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Our School Facilities

Compass is a vibrant school community with three locations in Doha's city centre. Each of our campuses – Gharaffa, Madinat Khalifa and Themaid – have exceptional facilities, including swimming pools, ICT suites, music studios, and sports halls.

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Gharaffa Campus
Early Year 1 to Year 6
Our Gharaffa campus teaches early years and primary education. This complements our primary and secondary provision on our Madinat Khalifa campus.
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Madinat Campus
Year 1 to Year 13
At Madinat Khalifa Campus, our secondary students follow the International International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and our primary students are taught the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). 
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Themaid Campus
Early Year 1 to Year 13
On our Themaid campus, we teach early years right through to A-levels. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect backdrop for our students to explore their academic pursuits and foster a dynamic educational experience.
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Outstanding Sports Facilities
Our outstanding sports facilities host almost every activity imaginable, inspiring our students to get moving. Both in and outside of lessons, your child will take part in team games, hone their sporting skills, and do what they love.
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Create and Innovate
Dedicated drama, dance and music spaces put our students in the spotlight. Your child will enjoy world-class teaching in our soundproofed music rooms and take part in dynamic dance programmes in air-conditioned studios
Early years
  • Early years
  • Primary
  • secondary
  • SIXTH FORM

OUR CURRICULA

At Compass, your child will follow the best in British and international curricula. We were the first school in the Middle East to be accredited for the quality of our International Primary Curriculum. And we’re one of the few schools in Qatar that offers a choice between A-levels and the IBDP.

Taught by our exceptional teachers, lessons offer the perfect blend of challenge, support, and innovation. And across all age groups, collaborations with The Juilliard School, UNICEF and MIT add an exciting dimension to your child’s learning, inspiring curiosity and creativity.

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2 to 5 years old
Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception)
Every day is an exciting new adventure for our youngest students. Through practical, hands-on activities, our early years children explore, play and grow, hitting important developmental milestones and learning about the world around them. 

OUR CURRICULA

At Compass, your child will follow the best in British and international curricula. We were the first school in the Middle East to be accredited for the quality of our International Primary Curriculum. And we’re one of the few schools in Qatar that offers a choice between A-levels and the IBDP.

Taught by our exceptional teachers, our lessons offer the perfect blend of challenge, support, and innovation. And across all age groups, collaborations with The Juilliard School, UNICEF and MIT add an exciting dimension to your child’s learning, inspiring curiosity and creativity.

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5 to 11 years old
International Primary Curriculum (IPC)
Our primary students’ days are packed with stimulating activities that develop core literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Teachers spark students’ passions in safe, supportive environments, building their confidence and instilling a love of learning.

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Our secondary curriculum unlocks our students’ potential. As well as preparing them for either the IBDP or A-levels, personalised learning experiences nurture talents, encourage critical thinking, and inspire them to take on new challenges. 
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11 to 14 years old
English National Curriculum
Deepening our students’ knowledge in specialist subjects, our Key Stage 3 curriculum is the ideal grounding ahead of their IGCSEs. Your child will solve problems, explore ideas from different perspectives, and become independent learners.
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14 to 16 years old
Cambridge IGCSE
Our IGCSE curriculum offers unparalleled choice so your child can fully personalise their learning – and shape their future direction. Our world-class subject teachers engage, challenge and inspire, nurturing your child’s burgeoning talents.

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We offer our oldest students a choice between either A-levels or the IBDP – both of which are respected by the world’s top universities. On each pathway, our innovative approach to teaching and learning develops independent young people who leave us with everything they need to succeed.
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16 to 18 years old
A-levels
Our A-level curriculum sets the standard for academic education, providing routes to outstanding higher education across the globe. Becoming an expert in their chosen subjects, your child will benefit from world-class teaching and take part in incredible extra-curricular activities.
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16 to 18 years old
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Our IBDP students follow personalised pathways that blend outstanding learning with exceptional opportunities for research, community service, and personal growth. The IBDP will broaden your child’s horizons – and take them to the top universities.
School Community

JOIN OUR VIBRANT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL COMMUNITY IN DOHA

We’re really proud that 100% of our parents feel welcomed when they get in touch with us. Our friendly admissions team is your first point of contact, and they’ll make the application process as smooth as possible. That way, your child can start learning as soon as they’re ready.
  • Get in touch with us today – we’ll talk you through the process and answer any questions.
  • Come and see Compass International School Doha in person or sign up for a personalised virtual discovery meeting.
  • Send us your child’s application, including supporting documents.
  • We’ll invite your child to do a short assessment.
  • Our admissions team will then confirm your child’s place.
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STEP-BY-STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Are you ready to apply? Here's what you need to do.
Make an enquiry
Get in touch with our admissions team to find out how your child will benefit from a Compass education. The team can answer any questions, talk about your child’s needs, and take you through the application process.
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Join us for a tour
The best way to get a feel for our world-class learning environment is to take a tour – either in person or online. You’ll be joined by a teacher from your child’s year group, who’ll give you first-hand information about what to expect.
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Send us your application
We accept applications all year round, subject to having places available and permission from the Ministry of Education. We promise to get back to you within 24 hours (Sunday to Thursday) of receiving your form.
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Assessment
Assessment
Every child who starts in Year 4 or above sits an online assessment. We do this to ensure we can meet their needs. If your child is joining us in Years 1-3, they won’t need to take a test. However, our primary staff will look at their school reports and arrange an informal meeting with you.
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You’re almost there! Once you’ve completed the first four steps – and we know our school community is right for your child and family – we’ll offer them a place.
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Starting School
Starting school
Once their place is confirmed, we’ll make sure your child gets a warm welcome. We’ll send you information before they start, invite you to our family transition days, and set up a meeting with your child’s teacher and new classmates.
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Exceptional Learning Experiences

At Nord Anglia Education, we inspire curiosity and innovative thinking in our students - giving them the tools and skills to succeed. Our educational approach uses our global reach, enabled by world-class technology, to bring our students truly transformational learning experiences.

The Juilliard School
Our collaboration with the world leader in performing arts nurtures our students’ love of drama and music.
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There’s so much more to performing arts than what you see on stage. Children develop self-expression and self-awareness, as well as empathy, confidence, and a love of cultural exploration. Our collaboration with the world-renowned performing arts institution, The Juilliard School, enhances our drama and music programmes, promoting creativity, teamwork, and resilience among students of all ages.

Juilliard is recognised around the world as a leader in the arts. Through our exclusive collaboration, we harness their expertise and experience to create a continually evolving programme, which sparks our students’ imagination and nurtures their talents and interests.

MIT
The MIT-Nord Anglia STEAM programme develops our students’ problem-solving skills through real-world challenges that get them thinking outside the box.
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Our global programme inspires students to look beyond individual subjects, sparking their curiosity through our hands-on interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving. Guided by the world’s leading STEAM institution, our students take part in challenges and visit MIT on a trip led by experts from the university. Our collaboration also gives our teachers the opportunity to learn from specialists in the world of STEAM, coming up with cutting-edge lessons that inspire our students in the future. 
UNICEF
Students are challenged to make a difference both locally and internationally, working together to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
UNICEF
Our collaboration with UNICEF challenges both students and teachers to think about how they can make a meaningful, positive impact on the world around them. This includes embedding the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in our teaching and learning, using materials developed by UNICEF. Our students also take part in an annual Global Challenge, as well as local outreach opportunities in our community.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How long does the admissions process take?
    Our admissions process should take no longer than two weeks from the moment you get in touch with us. Timings can vary, though, as each child’s application journey is different. Speak to our admissions team to find out more.
  • Do you charge an application fee?
    Yes, we do. Our application fee covers the administrative costs of your child’s assessment.
  • Is the process different if my company pays the fees?
    If your company is paying your child’s school fees, our admissions and finance teams are happy to deal with them directly. Please let us know as early as possible in the application process.
  • Can my child start halfway through a term?
    Yes, absolutely. Your child can start at Compass at any time in the year, subject to available places.
  • Are you a selective school?
    Yes. Your child will do a short online assessment before they start with us to ensure our school is right for them.
  • What are the differences between your three campuses?

    Although we’re one school community, each of our campuses offers students something slightly different.

    Our Gharaffa campus teaches early years and primary education. This complements our primary and secondary provision on our Madinat Khalifa campus, which is also home to our IBDP students. On our Themaid campus, we teach early years right through to A-levels.

    All three campuses have outstanding facilities that deliver a first-class learning experience.