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Newton British Academy Al Dafna

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 25,633 - 41,556
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 24
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 24

Al Adaid St, Doha, Qatar

The Essentials

Newton British Academy Al Dafna has 24 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location

Newton British Academy – Al Dafna is in Doha, Qatar, in the Al Dafna district. The campus address is Building 16, Al Adaid Street, Al Dafna, Doha, Qatar. It sits in a central Doha area that hosts an international community of families and expatriates.

Stages

The school offers the Early Years Foundation Stage (Foundation One and Foundation Two) and Primary (Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2) through Year Six, a structured eight-year programme. Foundation One and Foundation Two correspond to UK Nursery and Reception; Year 1–6 cover KS1 and KS2 under the English National Curriculum.

Type

The Newton British Academy Al Dafna is a co-educational private international school. It serves mixed-gender intake and has no boarding facilities listed; it operates as a day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

The school hosts an international student body with representation from more than 60 nationalities. The most common nationalities are not publicly published; the Newton Group describes NBA Al Dafna as an international community of learners.

Additional learning support

The Newton Group publishes a SEN policy outlining identification and support for learners with additional needs, reflecting a commitment to inclusive practice. The group also provides safeguarding materials and related policies for pupils.

Country affiliation

The school is British-curriculum aligned, following the English National Curriculum and positioning the campus as a British overseas school. It is part of The Newton Group of Schools, with accreditation and affiliations associated with British and international education standards.

Religious affiliation

There is no explicit religious affiliation noted for the school; the institution operates with a secular, British-curriculum framework.

School day structure

The school week runs Sunday to Thursday. EYFS classes operate 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Primary classes run 7:00 a.m. to 1:40 p.m.; office hours are 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday, and until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.

Bus service

The NBA Al Dafna Bus Policy exists to govern the school bus service, including routes and arrangements. Details are published in the bus policy documents, and families can contact the admissions team for route-specific information.

Fees

Annual tuition at Newton British Academy Al Dafna ranges from QAR 25,633 to QAR 41,556 for 2026/27.

Overview

Newton British Academy Al Dafna operates on a three-term academic year. Tuition fees are payable in advance, prior to the start of each term.

Application and entry fees

- Entrance Test Fee: QAR 204 (non-refundable).
- Registration Fee: QAR 2,550 (once-only, non-refundable).
- Seat Reservation: QAR 2,000 (paid to secure the place; amount is deducted from Term 1 fees).

Tuition fees by year group (Academic Year 2025–2026)

- Foundation Stage 1:
- Annual tuition fee: QAR 24,633.
- Annual resources fee: QAR 1,000.
- Total fees per year: QAR 25,633.
- Total fees per term: QAR 8,544.

- Foundation Stage 2:
- Annual tuition fee: QAR 32,130.
- Annual resources fee: QAR 1,000.
- Total fees per year: QAR 33,130.
- Total fees per term: QAR 11,043.

- Years 1–6:
- Annual tuition fee: QAR 38,556.
- Annual resources fee: QAR 3,000.
- Total fees per year: QAR 41,556.
- Total fees per term: QAR 13,852.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year is divided into three terms; fees for each term must be paid in advance before the term begins.
- 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, half-term fees are charged.
- The QAR 2,000 seat reservation payment is deducted from the Term 1 invoice once a place is accepted.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed for this campus.

Other costs and fees

- Annual resources fees are shown above and are part of the total annual fee.
- School excursions, bus transportation and school uniforms are not included in the tuition and are charged separately. Uniform purchases are processed through the school's uniform service.
- Point-of-sale or accounts-office payments and any optional services (transport, excursions, uniform) will incur separate charges as applicable.

Refund information and withdrawal policy

- The Entrance Test Fee and the Registration Fee are non-refundable. The seat reservation amount is applied to Term 1 fees when accepting a place.
- Timely written notification is required for student withdrawal; administration must be contacted to complete the formal withdrawal procedure.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Online payment gateway for school fees, registration, entrance exam and other fees.
- Point of Sale (POS): direct payment at the accounts office.
- Deposit/Bank transfer to the school bank account; parents should provide a copy of the transfer to accounts and state the invoice number and student name as reference. Bank details provided by the school are:
- Bank Name: Qatar National Bank.
- IBAN: QA87 QNBA 0000 0000 0252 0352 1800 2.
- SWIFT Code (for payments from outside Qatar): QNBAQAQAXXX.
- Beneficiary Name: Newton British Academy.

(Amounts are shown in Qatari Riyal, QAR.)
Academics

Newton British Academy Al Dafna teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum

Newton British Academy, Al Dafna follows the English National Curriculum, adapted for Doha, offering a British education from Foundation Stage through Year 6 as a primary programme. The EYFS comprises Foundation One and Foundation Two, with Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6). The curriculum combines English National subjects with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Qatar History to provide a well-rounded education and to reflect local context. It emphasizes 21st Century Skills and values within the National Curriculum framework. In the Newton Group's secondary provision linked to NBA Al Dafna, Key Stage 3–5 follows the English National Curriculum, with IGCSE in Key Stage 4 and A Levels in Key Stage 5.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The NBA Al Dafna campus supports Social and Emotional Learning through a pastoral care framework and student-facing structures such as a Student Council and the P4C program, complemented by wellbeing-focused events including World Mental Health Awareness Day.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

There is no public information on provision for English as an Additional Language (EAL) on NBA Al Dafna's policies page.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through events such as World Mental Health Awareness Day and a generally supportive campus environment described as a 'supportive community' at NBA Al Dafna.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported by a dedicated framework including the NBA Al Dafna Safeguarding Leaflet 2025-2026 and policies on attendance, anti-bullying, and behaviour.

Admissions

Admissions

Newton British Academy – Al Dafna accepts children from age 3 and offers an eight-year programme from Foundation One through Year Six. It follows the National Curriculum of England, with Early Years Foundation Stage (Foundation One and Foundation Two), Key Stage One (Years 1–2), and Key Stage Two (Years 3–6). Registration is open for the 2025-2026 academic year via the Apply Now portal. The Admissions resources available are the Application Guide, Application Form, Academic Calendar, School Fees, and School Timings.

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