Doha: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) has launched the first edition of the School Fees Policy 2026 for private schools and kindergartens. The policy will come into effect from the 2027-2028 academic year and aims to create a transparent and unified framework for regulating tuition, operating, service, and optional fees.

The new policy links future fee increases to financial, academic, and operational criteria, ensuring fairness and transparency while balancing the financial sustainability of private schools with the interests of parents and students. MOEHE officials said the initiative is the first of its kind in Qatar and was developed after studying international best practices.

Under the policy, schools seeking fee increases must meet specific requirements, including academic performance standards, operational costs, and enrollment levels. Schools must be licensed for at least three years before applying for tuition fee increases, and institutions that received an increase within the previous three years cannot submit a new request.

The ministry has also introduced a cap on fee increases and granted parents up to 18 months' notice before any approved increase takes effect. Any approved increase exceeding 5 percent must be spread over two consecutive academic years to reduce the financial burden on families.

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