hi, welcome to doha. house rents can go anywere from 6 to 10,000/- QR depending on the area, furnished or otherwise. with the financial crunch i know of friends who have taken an unfurnished 3 bedroom flat for 5500/- u have to come here & look around. good schools r dmis,dps,bps. the 1st 2 being expensive & the 3rd in the medium range. there are also ideal, & mes. as for which school is better is totally open to comments. every parent has their own opinion. hope this helps.