SchoolGEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
Overview
GEMS Wellington Academy – DSO, also known as the Academy or WSO, is a part of GEMS Education. Founded in 2011, the co-education school offers years from Foundation Stage 1 until Year 13 and follows the British Curriculum.
Located in Dubai Silicon Oasis, the school has around 3,895 students belonging to over 90 nationalities. There are 381 students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) requirements.
WSO school has 329 teachers and 164 teaching assistants, who are largely British. The teacher to student ratio is 1:12, a sign that your child will receive undivided attention from the teacher. There are 4 guidance counsellors to assist students.
GEMS Wellington Academy, Dubai Silicon Oasis has a House System in place. Aligned with four different colours in the UAE flag, there are four different Houses in the school named as Emerald, Ruby, Diamond and Onyx. Each House has a Head for both primary and secondary sections. GEMS Wellington Academy’s current KHDA rating is ‘Very Good’.
GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis is a member of GEMS Wellington brand. Other schools sharing the same brand are GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail and GEMS Wellington International School.
In A Nutshell
- Location: Dubai Silicon Oasis
- School Fee: AED 37,296 - AED 82,511
- Curriculum: National Curriculum of England
- Co-ed or Segregate: Co-education
- KHDA Rating: Very Good
- Years Offered: FS - Year 13
Residential Communities near GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
Families from nearby communities can easily send their children to WSO, Silicon Oasis. Few of the closest family-friendly neighbourhoods are:
Academic City, however, is the closest area to the school. Just like the name suggests, this community is home to several top universities including American University in the Emirate, Heriot-Watt University Dubai and The British University in Dubai.
Families willing to move near the GEMS Wellington Academy can check out:
Campus of GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
Backing up WSO’s high rating are its excellent on-campus facilities. These include:
- An outdoor learning classroom
- Outdoor and Indoor Foundation Stage play areas
- A café and a large study area with an outdoor balcony for Sixth Form students
- Auditorium with 750 seats
- Performing Arts Suites; including 2 Dance Studios, 2 Drama Studio and Music Technology suites
- Three Blended Learning Plazas; Mini BLP for FS to Year 2 students, Midi BLP for Year 3 – Year 6 students and a Master BLP for Secondary students.
- Three large multi-purpose sports halls
- Fitness Suite/Conditioning Gym
- Students can avail three 25m swimming pools
- Two large sports fields
- Several outdoor multi-purpose courts
- Cricket Practice Nets
- 100m sprint track
- Media facilities include Radio Station, Recording Studio, Editing Studios and I.T. Suites
- DT suites include 2 Food Technology rooms, DT workshop, Textiles, Resistant Material and Electronics
- There are Art Studios with Pottery Kiln
- Three libraries
- Two Student Restaurants
- Two Parent Cafes
- An external amphitheatre
Other than this, classrooms are facilitated with the latest technologies such as digital projectors, interactive whiteboard and a wireless communication network allowing children to use their own hardware. One will find the school supporting a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) where students can learn at their pace.
Location of GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
GEMS Wellington Academy is situated in Silicon Oasis and is surrounded by restaurants and medical centres.
Why GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO?
Despite being a new member of the GEMS group, WSO has wholeheartedly implemented their core values. Growing by Learning, Pursuing Excellence, Leading through innovation and Global Citizenship are the four core values that the school imparts to its students.
Second, GEMS Wellington Academy, Dubai Silicon Oasis eliminates the laborious task of finding a secondary education school.
For students with SEND requirements, the school brings onboard teachers who have education and experience in the related field.
The GEMS Education group has schools in over 14 countries with students belonging to over 150 different nationalities. That’s quite a hub of cultural experience and exposures. Using digital devices makes the learning process unique and kids have the opportunity to gain global exposure that no other school offers.
GEMS Wellington Academy DSO has recently launched a nursery section which is starting from September 2021. The pre-primary section will entertain children aged minimum 2 years by 31st August. The school offers flexible days and hours that working parents will find most convenient.
School Details
Years Offered at GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
The primary section follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage Programme while the secondary section follows the National Curriculum of England.
| Sections | Years Covered |
|---|---|
| Foundation Stage | FS 1 and FS 2 |
| Key Stage 1 | Year 1 and Year 2 |
| Key Stage 2 | Year 3 to Year 6 |
| Key Stage 3 | Year 7 to Year 9 |
| Key Stage 4 | Year 10 and Year 11 |
| Key Stage 5 / Sixth Form | Year 12 and Year 13 |
In Key Stage 5, students can opt fort A-Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP), International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) and Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC).
GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO Curriculum
GEMS Wellington Academy’s curriculum starts from the Early Years Foundation Stages and later moves onto the National Curriculum of England. In the Post 16 stage, the Academy offers an outstanding Sixth Form education that allows students to take examinations in BTEC, A-Level, IBDP, IBCP and Personalized.
The recently added nursery section allows students as young as 2 years old to experience learning in a safe and budding environment.
Nursery Section
Building a strong base in education from the get-go is crucial for children. Your child’s brain development occurs within the first five years after birth. Ensuring that they receive the best education can help build their confidence and emotional quotient. At GEMS Wellington Academy, toddlers are taught a blended Early Years Foundation Stage and Reggio Emilia Approach.
Besides teaching an international-standard curriculum, a plethora of facilities enable children to engage in various physical activities. A homely environment and stimulating amenities are a perfect combination for nurturing of your child. One can find spacious classrooms that are naturally lit, an indoor gym, outdoor play areas and ample spaces in the hallways to engage in small activities.
Primary Curriculum
The Academy’s primary curriculum ensures well-rounded development of students so they can become inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced and reflective.
The learning and teaching processes at the school include academic courses as well as enrichment and pastoral activities. This ensures that children not only can achieve academic excellence but can strengthen their performance in sports, performing arts and modern languages.
Sixth Form Curriculum
The IB program for the Sixth Form focuses on knowledge, skills, independence and creative and critical thinking while the IBDP exams focus on Theory of Knowledge; Creativity, Action and Service and an Extended Essay.
The IBCP exam emphasises career pathways for performing arts, media and sports students. The course in this exam includes two subjects from IB and a set of core professional skills. This set of professional skills usually involve a second language and an ethical study that is relevant to the chosen career pathway, service-led learning and a core course in the professional or personal skills required in any workplace.
Students opting for A-levels have to take exams in four subjects; 1 in AS-Level and 3 in A-levels.
KHDA Rating
Ensuring a high quality of education is the responsibility of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). This institution rates the performance of private schools from ‘Outstanding’ to ‘Very Weak’.
GEMS Wellington Academy’s last KHDA rating is ‘Very Good’. In fact, for the past 5 years, WSO, Dubai has maintained a ‘Very Good’ educational standard. However, due to the ongoing pandemic, the school was not inspected for the AY 2019 – 2020. As per the KHDA report, the reasons for this achievement are:
- Foundation Stage has been looked after very well. Also, teaching material and resources used at this level will help children attain a high level of achievement.
- Students show outstanding performance both academically and in the personal development department.
- Extensive curriculum and a positive learning culture allow effective collaboration.
- Leaders are putting in great efforts to improve the school further.
Nevertheless, few key areas for improvement are also highlighted.
- Arabic language and Islamic education can further be improved with a few basic steps such as frequent assessment of student’s progress by the teacher, comprehensive understanding of the lessons and a focus on the evolution procedure.
- Using digital technologies to make teaching methods more creative and giving students a chance to get a sense of these technological advances.
- Libraries should be well-stocked to enable independent learning for students.
Academic Calendar for GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
A summary of GEMS Wellington Academy’s academic calendar is given below.
- The first term starts in the first week of September and ends in the second week of December followed by a 3-week break.
- The second term starts in the first week of January and ends in the last week of March followed by a 2-week break.
- The third term starts in the second week of April and ends in the first week of July followed by a 2-month summer break.
Admission and Fees
How to Apply to GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO?
The admission process at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis is purely merit-based and there is no discrimination based on gender, religion, nationality or ethnicity.
As per the KHDA (Ministry of Education) instructions, parents are to provide the following documents when applying for admissions. In case of unavailability of such documents, entry of your child in any school in UAE may be refused.
- One copy of the student’s passport
- One copy of both sides of the student’s Emirates ID card (if available)
- Two years of full school report and any mid-year interim report from the current academic year must be provided
- If available, they require nursery report for Foundation Stage 1 and 2
- All reports pertaining to any special education or learning support your child has received
- All reports must be in English
Please note that WSO requires an admission fee of AED 525 for processing applications. The application can be rejected if parents do not provide the documents stated above to the school.
Transfer Certificate
Students must produce a Transfer Certificate from their previous school as required by the Ministry of Education Law. Failure to provide a transfer certificate will allow the school to withdraw the placement offer. Parents are advised to discuss the requirements of their child’s transfer certificate with the school registrar aligned with the child’s country of origin and his or her last school.
- This Transfer Certificate must be on an official school letterhead
- The form needs to be completed on the student’s last day of attendance
- This form must be signed by the Principal and show an official school stamp
- The original certificate must be presented on the first day of school
Instructions for Parents
Students coming from countries other than America, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and Europe should have their original transfer certificates attested by:
- The Ministry of Education (from the country of TC origin)
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (from the country of TC origin)
- UAE Embassy (from the country of TC origin)
Children should have their original transfer certificates attested only by the Ministry of Education (from the country of TC origin) if they are coming from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Oman.
Students who will join the school from other emirates of the UAE should produce a Ministry-approved transfer certificate.
Entrance Exams
All students who are given admission in Year 5 to Year 13 will have to appear in an entrance exam that will allow the Academy to analyse their strengths and weaknesses. The results will reveal if the child needs any reinforcement lessons and the grade they should be placed.
Placement tests for students below Year 5 are not required unless they were taught any other curriculum in their last school or if their latest report suggests so.
Overseas applicants will have to take a placement test at their current school, which will be couriered by GEMS Wellington Academy. Parents will have to bear courier charges.
Parents can have their child enrolled online as well. However, you need to ensure that your child meets the following age placement criteria.
| Years | Minimum Entry Age | Maximum Entry Age | Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Years FS 1 |
Minimum Entry Age 3 |
Maximum Entry Age – |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* – |
|
Years FS 2 |
Minimum Entry Age 4 |
Maximum Entry Age – |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* – |
|
Years Year 1 |
Minimum Entry Age 5 |
Maximum Entry Age – |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* – |
|
Years Year 2 |
Minimum Entry Age 6 |
Maximum Entry Age – |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* – |
|
Years Year 3 |
Minimum Entry Age 7 |
Maximum Entry Age 9 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 6 |
|
Years Year 4 |
Minimum Entry Age 8 |
Maximum Entry Age 10 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 7 |
|
Years Year 5 |
Minimum Entry Age 9 |
Maximum Entry Age 11 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 8 |
|
Years Year 6 |
Minimum Entry Age 10 |
Maximum Entry Age 12 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 9 |
|
Years Year 7 |
Minimum Entry Age 11 |
Maximum Entry Age 13 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 10 |
|
Years Year 8 |
Minimum Entry Age 12 |
Maximum Entry Age 14 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 11 |
|
Years Year 9 |
Minimum Entry Age 13 |
Maximum Entry Age 15 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 12 |
|
Years Year 10 |
Minimum Entry Age 14 |
Maximum Entry Age 17 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 13 |
|
Years Year 11 |
Minimum Entry Age 15 |
Maximum Entry Age 18 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 14 |
|
Years Year 12 |
Minimum Entry Age 16 |
Maximum Entry Age 19 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 15 |
|
Years Year 13 |
Minimum Entry Age 17 |
Maximum Entry Age 20 |
Minimum Entry Age for Overseas Transfers* 16 |
This is based on the age of the students on 31st August (for the school beginning in September). Source: GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)
Fee Structure at GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
The GEMS Wellington Academy fee structure for the current year is:
| Years | Term 1 Fee in AED | Term 2 Fee in AED | Term 3 in AED Fee | Total Fee in AED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Years Nursery |
Term 1 Fee in AED 19,200 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 14,400 |
Term 3 in AED Fee 14,400 |
Total Fee in AED 48,000 |
|
Years FS 1 |
Term 1 Fee in AED 14,916 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 11,190 |
Term 3 in AED Fee 11,190 |
Total Fee in AED 37,296 |
|
Years FS 2 to Year 6 |
Term 1 Fee in AED 18,519 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 13,900 |
Term 3 in AED Fee 13,900 |
Total Fee in AED 46,319 |
|
Years Year 7 |
Term 1 Fee in AED 28,000 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 21,000 |
Term 3 in AED Fee 21,000 |
Total Fee in AED 70,000 |
|
Years Year 8 and Year 9 |
Term 1 Fee in AED 29,240 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 21,920 |
Term 3 in AED Fee 21,920 |
Total Fee in AED 73,080 |
|
Years Year 10 and Year 11 |
Term 1 Fee in AED 30,178 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 22,630 |
Term 3 in AED Fee 22,630 |
Total Fee in AED 75,438 |
|
Years Year 12 and Year 13 |
Term 1 Fee in AED 33,011 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 24,750 |
Term 3 in AED Fee 24,750 |
Total Fee in AED 82,511 |
Optional service and their fee is mentioned here in detail:
| Optional Service | Fee in AED |
|---|---|
| Transport | 4,450 - 9,550 |
| Uniform | 700 - 1,500 |
| Extracurricular Activities | 2,500 - 5,000 |
| International Trips | 5,000 - 20,000 |
| Learning Support Assistants | 40,625 - 65,000 |
| Canteen | 20 - 3,600 |
| School Photographs | 100 - 250 |
| School Events | 30 - 50 |
| School Trips | 150 - 250 |
Parents who have decided to enrol their child in the newly-launched nursery section can find the breakdown of nursery tuition fee here:
| Timings | Fee for 3 Days/Week in AED | Fee for 5 Days/Week in AED |
|---|---|---|
|
Timings 07:15 am to 12:30 pm |
Fee for 3 Days/Week in AED 33,000 |
Fee for 5 Days/Week in AED 39,000 |
|
Timings 07:15 am to 4:30 pm |
Fee for 3 Days/Week in AED 36,000 |
Fee for 5 Days/Week in AED 42,000 |
At the time of registration, a non-refundable and non-transferable fee of AED 525 (including VAT) is charged. This fee includes standard assessment fee. Similarly, upon accepting an offer letter by the school, a non-refundable registration deposit of 10% of the tuition fee is due, but it will be later adjusted in the next tuition fees.
The school mentions that the admission fee is exclusive of exam fee, which is another mandatory payment. However, parents will be notified about the payments via the exam fee booklet for the relevant academic year.
GEMS Wellington Academy, Dubai has also introduced a third sibling discount of 15%.
You can pay the school fees through cash, cheque or bank transfers.
GEMS Reward Programme
Other than this, the school has derived a GEMS Reward system. Under this programme, parents can avail discounts and deals when they shop online at the Market Place, a GEMS exclusive online store or make a purchase at one of the GEMS partnered stores.
Similarly, parents can earn back up to 4.25% of the tuition fee if they pay the amount through GEMS FAB Credit Card. Finally, the GEMS Ambassador Programme enables parents to bring their family and friends to be a part of the GEMS education by transferring or enrolling their children in one of the GEMS schools. This gives parents a chance to earn back 4% to 100% of their child’s annual tuition fee in the form of GEMS Point that can be cashed against the next tuition fees.
Scholarships at GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
Since GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis is a part of the GEMS education system, the children are eligible for five different scholarships. The five categories are Academic Excellence, Creative and Performing Arts, Sport, Innovation and Digital Technology and Arabic Studies.
You can visit GEMS Scholarships for more information.
Facilities
Lunch Options at GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
GEMS Wellington, DSO covers lunch options for both students and parents. The school boasts two restaurants for students having an assortment of healthy, ‘no-nut’ foods and beverages. Two cafés are reserved for parents.
School Transportation at GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
School transportation at GEMS Wellington Academy is managed by School Transport Services LLC (STS). The transport service is trusted by many schools and parents alike and the safety of students is their top priority.
Since STS does not service all areas, they cannot guarantee all bus routes requested. Similarly, the drop-off is not available for students who engage in after-school hours in the form of esports activities or squad training sessions.
Transport fee is charged for 10 months divided into three terms. Bus fees will have to be paid in full amount at the start of each term. It is advised to pay the amount by the fifth of the month at the start of each term otherwise the transport services will be suspended.
The fee and route details are mentioned here:
| Area | Term 1 Fee in AED | Term 2 Fee in AED | Term 3 Fee in AED | Annual Fee (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Area Dubai Silicon Oasis, Liwan, Sky Courts |
Term 1 Fee in AED 2,460 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 1,845 |
Term 3 Fee in AED 1,845 |
Annual Fee (AED) 6,150 |
|
Area Al Warqa’a 4, Falcon City, Festival City, International City, Mirdif, Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Nad Al Hammar, Nad Al Sheba, Ras Al Khor, Rashidiya, The Villa |
Term 1 Fee in AED 3,080 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 2,310 |
Term 3 Fee in AED 2,310 |
Annual Fee (AED) 7,700 |
|
Area Al Bada, Al Quoz, Al Qusais, Al Safa, Al Waha, Arabian Ranches, Bur Dubai, Business Bay, Casa, Deira, Down Town, Karama, Layan Community, Motor City, Mudon, Remraam, Satwa, Sports City, Studio City, Trade Centre |
Term 1 Fee in AED 3,540 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 2,655 |
Term 3 Fee in AED 2,655 |
Annual Fee (AED) 8,850 |
|
Area Akoya, Al Barsha 1, Al Barsha 2, Al Barsha 3, Al Barsha South, Al Mira, Al Sufouh, Damac Hills, Discovery Gardens, Dubai Hills, Dubai Marina, Green Community, IMPZ, Jebel Ali, Jebel Ali Gardens, Jumeirah1, Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Jumeirah Islands, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Jumeirah Park, Jumeirah Village Circle, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Meadows, Media City, Palm Jumeirah, Springs, Tecom, The Gardens, The Greens, The Lakes, Town Square, Umm Suqeim 1, Umm Suqeim 2, Umm Suqeim 3 |
Term 1 Fee in AED 3,980 |
Term 2 Fee in AED 2,985 |
Term 3 Fee in AED 2,985 |
Annual Fee (AED) 9,950 |
For further queries and transport fee payment, parents can:
- Visit the company’s website www.stss.ae for online payment
- Pay through cash or credit card at the STS counter in the school
- Paycheque in favour of ‘School Transport Services LLC’ at the STS counter in the school
To know about transport fees and the areas that STS covers, please click here.
Sports Facilities
Sports facilities and accomplishments are given lots of attention. The school has sports inculcated in the curriculum and co-curriculum taught by specialist teachers. Sports facilities include Football, Rugby, Netball, Basketball, Cricket, Badminton, Golf, Athletics, Gymnastics, Volleyball, Handball, Trampolining, Hockey, Tennis, Rounders and Swimming.
At the primary level, students of Year 3 to 6 are provided enrichment training in Football, Rugby, Netball and Basketball. Moreover, on the secondary level, the school’s toughest athletes are given training through ‘Sports Development Academy’ program that bagged the ‘Best Development Pathway within Education’ award in the UAE Teen Awards 2017.
Furthermore, the school has its own ‘Rugby Academy’ which is led by the Director of Rugby and a team of qualified World Rugby coaching who cater their service to Contact Rugby Squads for U9 – U19 boys and Rippa Rugby Squads for U12-U19 girls.
GEMS Wellington Academy offers sports facilities and provisions for Students of Determination.
Extra-curricular Activities at GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
Extra-curricular activities at GEMS Wellington Academy are referred to as Enrichment Programme. This program is based on five components.
| Extracurricular Activities | Description |
|---|---|
| Leadership Skills | Students are taught to take up responsibility and act independently. Children are encouraged to participate in activities such as Model United Nations, the World Scholar’s Cup, debating and TedX. |
| Performing and Creative Arts | Students interested in performing arts, creativity and music can enrol in enrichment programs or become a part of ‘UDO Dance Academy’ and ‘Arts Education’. The school also conducts musical instrument lessons, theatre performances, concerts and dance shows. |
| Innovation, Science and Digital Technology | The Academy offers Blended Learning to students where they can learn Robotics, Coding and Programming. Also, each year the students have the opportunity to visit the USA to undertake a week-long training at the NASA Space Camp. |
| Sports and Adventure | Here, children can participate in skiing lessons, golf lessons, sailing and horse riding. Other than that, sports campus facilities such as outdoor playing areas and swimming pools can also be availed. |
| Languages and Culture | Promotion of cultural heritage is celebrated each year through International Day and Cultural Day. |
Field Trips from GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
For field trips, the Academy arranges Ecoventures for its primary and secondary students. This not only provides a unique outdoor learning experience but supports classroom lessons as well.
Medical Care at GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO
Medical care at GEMS Wellington Academy is extended to both primary and secondary students through an on-site clinic. The clinic has a nursing team and a doctor to tend to any injuries and emergencies.
Parents are advised to share their activities and latest contact information with the school clinic so in case of emergency the child’s parent can be contacted immediately. Likewise, if the emergency is serious, the child will be transported to the nearest government hospital, most likely Rashid or Al Wasl Hospital.
At the time of admission, parents are requested to provide details of any special medical condition of the child or any medication that their child requires that can help their treatment during any emergency. Additionally, the school also provides several medical forms to be filled by parents.
Nevertheless, there are other policies in action at school that parents should take note of including:
- The school has a ‘no-nut’ policy, therefore nuts or any food with nut protein is strictly prohibited at the school.
- The Academy requires parents to sign a consent form allowing the school to administer paracetamol and assist the child with their prescription medication e.g. inhaler for asthma, insulin for diabetes or an Epipen for allergies.
- If your child is showing symptoms of a contagious illness, then the school asks students to remain at home until they are fit.
- As per the instruction of the Department of Health, the school administers a medical examination in Year 1, 5 and 9 and all new students. This is a very basic and non-invasive procedure conducted by the school doctor. After the examination, the results are shared with parents. Parents have the authority to withdraw their children from this medical examination, but the school suggests otherwise.
- According to the Department of Health, the Academy is liable to have children’s vaccinations up-to-date before the start of an academic year. Subsequently, parents must provide a copy of their child’s vaccination report to the school clinic. The report is then checked against the UAE’s immunisation schedule and any outstanding vaccines are then administered.
- The Academy follows a ‘no hat, no play’ policy. They do not allow students without hats to play outdoors.
- For school outings and on P.E days, children are encouraged to apply a 30+ sunscreen lotion.
Contact
Mode of Communication between Teachers and Parents
Keeping parents in the loop when it comes to their children’s education is one of the top priorities of the school. GEMS Wellington Academy believes in research that claims that keeping in touch with parents and allowing them to actively participate in their child’s learning process is quite beneficial for students.
Aligned with this thought process, WSO school has generated several modes that allow communication between parents and teachers. One of them is the GEMS Parent Portal. Here, you can sign up and view news and announcement regarding school events and policies.
You can also opt for the conventional email to send queries or approach the school through social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Parents can also use the Feedback and Suggestion page for any questions related to school, its practice or students.
Moreover, GEMS Education has launched a ‘3-a-day’ app that parents can download on their mobile phones and other devices to become a part of their child’s education process by taking over the learning procedure at home. Through this app, all educational resources will be shared with parents by teachers so that the former does not face any issue when continuing student’s education at home.
GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO Contact Information
- Telephone Number: +971-4-515-9000
- Email: registrar_wso@gemsedu.com
- Admission Enquiries: admissions_wso@gemsedu.com
- GEMS WSO Website
- GEMS WSO Facebook
- GEMS WSO Twitter
- GEMS WSO Instagram
- GEMS WSO Youtube
- GEMS WSO LinkedIn
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FAQs
What are the timings of GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO?
The school is operational from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Does the school conduct after-school activities?
Yes, the GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO offers after-school activities.
How many years are there in the school?
Nursery to Year 13.
Does the school follow a co-education model?
Yes, GEMS Wellington Academy, DSO has a co-education model.
How many students are currently studying in the school?
GEMS Wellington School currently has 3,200 students.
Please describe the academic calendar of the school.
The school year starts in August and ends in July.
Does the school offer scholarship programmes to needy and deserving students?
Yes, the GEMS Wellington offers scholarship programme like other GEMS schools.
Please mention the range of the tuition fee charged by the school.
AED 37,296- AED 82,511
How does the school communicate with parents?
The school has active social media platforms to keep parents updated. Regular updates are also sent via email to parents through Parent Relationship Executive (PRE). All updates are also saved on the school website for easy retrieval.
Does the school have a cafeteria or a canteen on campus?
There are two students' restaurants while Post-16 students have their own café.
Does the school have any special education programmes or learning plans for students of determination?
The school is said to have an excellent provision for students of determination and SEND students are well-supported in the school.
Does the school arrange field trips?
Yes, the school takes students on field trips.
How many teachers are currently teaching in the school?
GEMS Wellington Dubai has 329 full-time teachers and 164 teaching assistants.
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