Lycee Franco-Qatarien Voltaire

The school is guided by the "Projet Voltaire," which aims to foster a multicultural and multilingual environment that combines French culture and language with the Arabic language and the culture of Qatar. It is committed to developing global citizens by providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and aptitudes, while promoting intellectual curiosity and innovation in line with the principles of the Council of International Schools (CIS).

The school follows the French national curriculum from petite section (PS) through terminale, with mandatory instruction in French, Arabic, and English, and the addition of Spanish from the fifth grade (cinquième). It also provides religious instruction for Muslim students and incorporates Qatari history, geography, and culture into the curriculum. Additionally, the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) at the Salwa campus.

The school maintains a high standard of academic success, with over 97% of students passing the French Baccalauréat or the Brevet des Collèges, 75% of whom achieve honors. Recent results from the June 2026 session reported a 100% success rate for both the French Baccalauréat and the IB Diploma Programme.

The school provides a supportive environment for students with physical, learning, or social/emotional/behavioral needs. Each student with specific requirements receives a confidential, individualized welcome project (projet d'accueil individualisé) and has access to a medical protocol and support from the school's medical staff.

The school is open to students of all nationalities from petite section (PS) to terminale. Admissions require a QID for both the student and parents, and applicants from non-homologated schools must pass an entrance test. For PS and MS levels, an evaluation interview with the family is required, and children must be toilet-trained and demonstrate sufficient maturity. Due to high demand, early application is recommended as the school frequently reaches capacity.

The school website lists specific calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years.

The school operates across three campuses in Doha: West Bay, Al Waab, and Salwa. These sites include primary, middle, and high school facilities, with specific configurations such as the West Bay campus hosting primary through terminale, and the Salwa campus housing middle school, high school, and the IBDP section. The facilities are maintained in accordance with French educational regulations.

The school offers a variety of clubs and activities, including a school sports association and artistic programs. Students in the IB program participate in the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) component, which requires student reflection and engagement in various projects.