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Arab International Academy

Part of Tarshid, Founded 2016

Updated July 2026

Curriculum

IB PYPIB MYPIB Diploma

Accreditations

IB

The Arab International Academy (AIA) is a private educational institution in Qatar with campuses in Doha and Lusail, offering a high-standard curriculum that integrates international educational practices with Arabic cultural values. Established in 2016, the school serves as a pioneering project dedicated to contributing to the development of education in the region.

Teaching approach

The school is committed to fostering academic excellence and personal growth through an inquiry-based learning approach that emphasizes creative thinking, critical analysis, and ethical responsibility. It aims to cultivate students who are knowledgeable and skilled, while maintaining a strong foundation in Arabic language and culture alongside an openness to diverse global perspectives. The educational model is built upon a collaborative partnership between educators and parents to support the holistic development of each student.

Programmes

The Doha campus is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for kindergarten through grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6 through 10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11 and 12. It is also a candidate school for the IB Career-related Programme (CP). The Lusail campus is currently a candidate school for both the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The curriculum is designed to align with both Arabic and international standards, promoting analytical thinking and innovation in support of Qatar National Vision 2030.

Student support

EAL support
Unknown
Learning support
Unknown
Frequently asked questions(3)
What curriculum does Arab International Academy offer?
Arab International Academy offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
What accreditations does Arab International Academy hold?
Arab International Academy holds accreditations including IB.
Where is Arab International Academy located?
Arab International Academy is an international school in Doha, Qatar.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

  • Samia Bishara
    Samia Bisharaالمديرة التنفيذيّة (Executive Director)

    Samia Bishara serves as the Executive Director of the Arab International Academy.

  • Mahmoud Amra
    Mahmoud Amraالمدير العام لمدارس الأكاديميّة العربيّة الدوليّة (General Manager of the Arab International Academy Schools)

    Mahmoud Amra serves as the General Manager of the Arab International Academy schools.

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