GEMS Wellington International School

Fees and Payments

We endeavour 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. Of course, if you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us:

• Telephone: +971 4 307 3000
• Email: cashier_wis@gemsedu.com

Payment Policies

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. Please note, all tuition fees are in accordance with the fee structure established by GEMS Education under the guidance of KHDA established School Fee Framework.

Fees and Payments

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.

GEMS Wellington International School Tuition Fees

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Application Fee

AED 525 payable at the time of applying for entry into the school (inclusive of VAT).

The following conditions apply to the application fee:

• refundable if the school does not offer the student a place
• non-refundable if the school offers the student a place but the student chooses not to take it
• not deductible from the total tuition fees to be paid if the student is offered and accepts a place

Payment Policies

Tuition fees

All tuition fees are payable in advance of attendance.

Fees are in accordance with the fee structure established by GEMS under the guidance of KHDA’s established School Fee Framework.

• At the time of registration, the required documentation, fully completed should be submitted.
• An application fee of AED 525 is payable at the time of registration which will result in your child being considered for a place at GEMS Wellington International School.
• Tuition refunds follow the KHDA Bylaws for Private Education. Therefore, if a student withdraws or leaves school for any reason, the refunds will be processed as follows:
• If a student attends school for 2 weeks or less, they will be charged one month’s tuition.
• If a student attends school for more than 2 weeks and less than one month, they will be charged 2 months’ school fees.
• If a student attends school for one month or more, they will be charged 3 months’ school fees.
• Tuition will be refunded only after the parent or guardian has submitted the request in writing to the school admissions office. Tuition refunds are provided to the original payee.

The school management reserves the right to make any exceptions to the above policy for compassionate reasons, at their discretion.

Payment Method

All forms of payment methods are accepted and can be made by in person at the GEMS Wellington International School, or wire transfer directly to the school bank account. Information regarding the wire transfers and online payments can be found on the side column of this page.

Withdrawals

A 'TC request' must be submitted online through your parent portal to formally notify the school your child will be leaving. There is a fee of AED 120 for all students transferring within Dubai to another school, or outside of the Emirate.

Re-Registration

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. These circumstances include, but are not limited to relocation to another country/Emirate or any other unforeseen circumstances.

Registration

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.

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.

Bank Payment

Payment Methods

Fees can be paid by:

• Cash
• Cheque (made payable to GEMS Wellington International School)
• Credit card (Register for a First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) Credit Card to receive a 4.25% discount on annual school fees