GEMS Wellington International School: A Comprehensive Guide to Fees, Curriculum, and Extracurricular Activities

GEMS Wellington International School (WIS) stands as one of Dubai’s premier British curriculum institutions, delivering exceptional education since 2005. Like all GEMS schools, GEMS Wellington International School is accredited to a number of internationally recognized education organisations, reflecting our commitment to providing an internationally recognised, leading standard of education. This article provides a detailed overview of the school, covering its curriculum, facilities, extracurricular activities, and, most importantly, its fee structure.

Curriculum and Academic Excellence

GEMS Wellington International School sets itself apart with its integrated approach to education, emphasizing not only academic excellence but also personal development. The curriculum is a blend of the British educational framework and the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma, catering to students from FS1 through Year 13.

The academic journey at GEMS Wellington International School begins in Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) and progresses through to Year 13. In the early years, the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework nurtures young learners through play-based learning.

At the end of Key Stage 4, students typically sit for IGCSEs, with many achieving top grades. In Key Stage 4, students prepare for IGCSEs, typically completing 8 to 10 subjects, with a focus on achieving high grades. Transitioning to Years 12 and 13, students can pursue the IB Diploma or A-Level program, each pathway offering distinct advantages for university admission.

WIS students have demonstrated outstanding IB results, placing WIS as one of the top performing IB schools in the UAE. A-Level Success: 87% achieve A*-B grades.

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Facilities and Extracurricular Activities

Beyond academics, GEMS Wellington International School provides a plethora of extracurricular opportunities, encouraging students to explore their interests and talents. The school boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool and a 6-court sports hall, enhance the learning experience. The school boasts facilities such as a fully-equipped theatre and dedicated music rooms, fostering a vibrant arts culture. The school hosts various competitions and events, such as inter-school tournaments and annual arts festivals, which encourage teamwork and school spirit.

GEMS Wellington International School - Dubai Branch welcomes a vibrant community of 2903 students representing different nationalities, fostering a rich cultural exchange. GEMS Wellington International School is a co-educational school that includes boys and girls, but there is separation between classes with many interactive activities provided.

The school also provides transportation services where it has over 10 years of experience in this field.

Several students have achieved remarkable success in sports:

Dominic Morton was recently given the opportunity to play in the Pro-Am, professional golf event, at Jumeirah Golf Estates and played really well.
John Haffar's main sport is basketball, but he is also a sporting enthusiast and takes part in many other sporting activities. John Haffar is a Sport Scholar.
Christina Rach specialises in Swimming and Basketball. Christina Rach is a Sport Scholar.
Year 12 student Aditya Prakasan is a Cricket sensation who plays professional Cricket for the Kerala State U19 Cricket Team.

GEMS Wellington International School Fees Structure

GEMS Wellington International School endeavours to make our payment process as easy as possible with a range of simple and straightforward payment options, as well as a clear, concise fee structure. You’ll find everything you need to know about our fees and payment process here.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees are due prior to the start of the academic year and payable in advance of attendance, at the start of each term. Tuition fees will be invoiced from the time of admission to ensure that payments can be processed before the start of the term. If your circumstances change, it is essential that you contact us in advance of the deadline so that we can guide you on available options.

Below is a detailed breakdown of the tuition fees per term and annually for each year group:

FS1:
- Term 1: AED 19,011
- Term 2: AED 14,258
- Term 3: AED 14,258
- Annual: AED 47,527
FS2:
- Term 1: AED 23,944
- Term 2: AED 17,959
- Term 3: AED 17,959
- Annual: AED 59,862
Year 1:
- Term 1: AED 23,944
- Term 2: AED 17,959
- Term 3: AED 17,959
- Annual: AED 59,862
Year 2:
- Term 1: AED 23,944
- Term 2: AED 17,959
- Term 3: AED 17,959
- Annual: AED 59,862
Year 3:
- Term 1: AED 23,944
- Term 2: AED 17,959
- Term 3: AED 17,959
- Annual: AED 59,862
Year 4:
- Term 1: AED 23,944
- Term 2: AED 17,959
- Term 3: AED 17,959
- Annual: AED 59,862
Year 5:
- Term 1: AED 23,944
- Term 2: AED 17,959
- Term 3: AED 17,959
- Annual: AED 59,862
Year 6:
- Term 1: AED 23,944
- Term 2: AED 17,959
- Term 3: AED 17,959
- Annual: AED 59,862
Year 7:
- Term 1: AED 33,016
- Term 2: AED 24,762
- Term 3: AED 24,762
- Annual: AED 82,540
Year 8:
- Term 1: AED 33,016
- Term 2: AED 24,762
- Term 3: AED 24,762
- Annual: AED 82,540
Year 9:
- Term 1: AED 33,016
- Term 2: AED 24,762
- Term 3: AED 24,762
- Annual: AED 82,540
Year 10:
- Term 1: AED 37,151
- Term 2: AED 27,864
- Term 3: AED 27,864
- Annual: AED 92,879
Year 11:
- Term 1: AED 37,151
- Term 2: AED 27,864
- Term 3: AED 27,864
- Annual: AED 92,879
Year 12:
- Term 1: AED 41,359
- Term 2: AED 31,020
- Term 3: AED 31,020
- Annual: AED 103,399
Year 13:
- Term 1: AED 41,359
- Term 2: AED 31,020
- Term 3: AED 31,020
- Annual: AED 103,399

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

School year is divided into three term invoices: Term 1 (September-December), Term 2 (January-March) and Term 3 (April-June).
Tuition fees are due in advance of attendance and payable at the start of each term; fees are invoiced from the time of admission so payment can be processed before term start.
To secure an offered place, a non‑refundable registration deposit of 10% of the yearly fee for that grade must be paid within 7 days; the first term's invoice is reduced by this amount.
To secure a seat for the next academic year, a re‑registration deposit of 5% of the annual school fee is required; this is non‑refundable but adjustable against the first term's fees.

Refund Information and Withdrawals

Tuition refunds follow the KHDA Bylaws for Private Education. Tuition will be refunded only after the parent or guardian has submitted the request in writing to the school admissions office.

Tuition refund rules (applied as invoiced and processed on receipt of a written request by the admissions office):

If a student attends 2 weeks or less: charged one month's tuition.
If a student attends more than 2 weeks and less than one month: charged two months' tuition.
If a student attends one month or more: charged three months' tuition.
Tuition refunds are provided to the original payee. School management may make exceptions for compassionate reasons at its discretion.
Formal withdrawal requires submission of a Transfer Certificate (TC) request via the parent portal; there is a TC processing fee of AED 120 where applicable for transfers within Dubai or outside the Emirate. A 'TC request' must be submitted online through your parent portal to formally notify the school your child will be leaving.

Other Fees and Charges

Application Fee: AED 525 payable at the time of applying (inclusive of VAT).
- Refund / deduction conditions: refundable if no place is offered; non‑refundable if a place is offered but not taken; not deductible from total tuition if a place is accepted.
Registration (to accept an offered place): non‑refundable deposit of 10% of the annual fee for the offered grade, payable within 7 days; this reduces the first term invoice. If the application is successful and a place is available, a letter of offer will be issued. The offer remains valid for a period of 7 days. To secure the place, a non-refundable deposit of 10% of the yearly fees for the grade a seat is offered for, must be paid within 7 days. The first term’s fees will be reduced by this amount.
Re‑registration for the next academic year: non‑refundable deposit of 5% of the annual fee, adjustable against the first term's fees. In order to secure the seat for the next academic year, parents will be asked to pay a re-registration deposit, 5% of the annual school fee will be requested, which is non-refundable, but adjustable against the first term fees. Please note, students who are unable to be registered with the KHDA due to missing required documentation, or students with an outstanding fee balance, will not be able to be re-register for the next academic year. In the cases of both existing and new students, the registration and re-registration deposit will not be refunded unless there are extenuating circumstances.
Boarding Fees: Not applicable. The school operates as a day school and does not charge boarding fees.
Uniform: a full uniform policy and guidance is in place; specific uniform item prices are not listed on the uniform guidance page and are charged separately via the supplier or school procurement process.
Transport: school bus service is offered through the appointed transport provider; transport fees are charged separately and a transport rate list is available for download.
Additional Optional Charges: commonly invoiced separately include extra‑curricular activities, external trips, examination fees and canteen/meal accounts; these optional services are charged in addition to tuition and may be invoiced separately by the school or service provider.

Payment Policies

Disclaimer

Please note that school fees for the upcoming academic year are subject to change in accordance with Article 51 the Bylaw of Federal Law No. (28) of 1999 Concerning Private Education and applicable regulations.

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