Independent Schools

An Independent School is a government-funded school that is granted autonomy to carry out its educational mission and objectives while being held accountable to terms agreed to in an operating contract. All Independent Schools must meet established curriculum standards in Arabic, English, mathematics and science, as well as comply with periodic financial audits. Tuition is free for Qataris and others eligible for public education.

The first group of new Independent Schools began operation at the start of the 2004-05 academic year. Twelve schools opened September 2004 and 21 more schools opened in September 2005. Additional Independent Schools will be established in subsequent years.