American Academy School
Secular, Founded 2000
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
US Common Core
Cognia
WASCLanguages
English
French
ArabicAmerican Academy School is a private, English-medium K-12 institution in Doha, Qatar, offering the US Common Core Curriculum. It is a candidate for accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is internationally accredited by Cognia.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school emphasizes a multicultural environment that promotes academic excellence, morality, and respect. It integrates Qatari values and national identity into the curriculum, aligning with the Qatar National Vision 2030 to prepare students as effective citizens. The educational approach focuses on student-centered, inquiry-based learning that encourages personal responsibility and intellectual deliberation.
Programmes
The school follows the US Common Core Curriculum Standards, with English as the primary language of instruction. Compulsory subjects include Arabic (KG-12), Islamic Studies (for Muslim students), and Qatar History (Grades 1-9), all incorporating Ministry of Education and Higher Education syllabi. French is introduced from Grade 4, and the curriculum emphasizes experiential, inquiry-based learning across all stages from Preschool to Grade 12.
Outcomes
The school aims to graduate independent, well-rounded individuals prepared for higher education and the global labor market. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, leadership, and emotional intelligence, with many alumni progressing to universities worldwide.
Student support
Learning support
The school operates a learning support program to assist a managed number of students who require additional educational support. Parents are required to disclose all relevant assessments, such as educational psychologist or speech and language therapy reports, during the application process.
Frequently asked questions(7)
- What curriculum does American Academy School offer?
- American Academy School offers US Common Core.
- How much is tuition at American Academy School?
- Annual tuition at American Academy School is QAR 24.7K–QAR 43K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does American Academy School teach?
- American Academy School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
- Is American Academy School a day or boarding school?
- American Academy School is a day school.
- What accreditations does American Academy School hold?
- American Academy School holds accreditations including Cognia and WASC.
- Is American Academy School co-educational?
- American Academy School is a co-ed school.
- Where is American Academy School located?
- American Academy School is an international school in Doha, Qatar.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025-2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-KG | — | QAR 24.7K |
| KG1 | — | QAR 24.7K |
| KG2 | — | QAR 24.7K |
| 1 | — | QAR 24.7K |
| 2 | — | QAR 28K |
| 3 | — | QAR 28K |
| 4 | — | QAR 31.2K |
| 5 | — | QAR 31.2K |
| 6 | — | QAR 31.2K |
| 7 | — | QAR 34.4K |
| 8 | — | QAR 34.4K |
| 9 | — | QAR 34.4K |
| 10 | — | QAR 39.8K |
| 11 | — | QAR 39.8K |
| 12 | — | QAR 43K |
Other fees(6)
| Uniform· Annual uniform fee for all grades | QAR 800 |
|---|---|
| Materials· Textbook fee: 1500 QAR (Pre-KG to Grade 2), 1800 QAR (Grades 3-6), 2000 QAR (Grades 7-9), 2500 QAR (Grades 10-12) | — |
| Placement test· Entrance Exam fee, applicable from Grade 1 to Grade 12 only | QAR 500 |
| Registration fee· For all new applicants (Non-Refundable) | QAR 1.5K |
| Deposit· Caution deposit, refundable one-time fee | QAR 1K |
| Deposit· Retainers fee for existing students to reserve a seat, deductible from semester 1 fee | QAR 2K |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 12% - 17%
Admissions
The school admits students from Preschool to Grade 12, considering academic ability, behavior, and age. The application process involves an online form, submission of previous school reports, and an assessment interview that includes entrance exams in English, Mathematics, Arabic, and Science (for Grades 9-12). Applicants must meet minimum score requirements and demonstrate English proficiency, with specific readiness assessments for early years.
Calendar
The academic year runs from August/September to June.
Facilities
About the campus
The Thumama campus features technology-enabled classrooms with smart boards, three advanced science laboratories (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology), and an ICT lab. Sports facilities include a basketball court, football field, badminton, volleyball and tennis courts, and a playground with a synthetic track. Additional amenities include a well-stocked library, art and music rooms, and a health unit staffed by two nurses.
Co-curriculars
The school offers various extra-curricular opportunities to meet student interests. Documented activities include Model United Nations (MUN), sports events, and themed awareness days such as Breast Cancer Awareness Week and cultural celebrations.
- Maha TeemaAAS School Principal
Maha Teema serves as the School Principal at American Academy School, where she leads the school community and oversees the implementation of the American Common Core Curriculum Standards. She is committed to fostering a student-centered environment that promotes academic excellence, Qatari values, and the development of effective, responsible citizens.
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