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GEMS Wellington School Qatar

Qatar, Doha

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees QAR 38,250 - 63,625
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1200
Bus Service No
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Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 23

Mian St, Al Wukair, Qatar

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The Essentials

GEMS Wellington School Qatar has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English.

Location
GEMS Wellington School, Qatar is located in Al Wukair, Al Wakrah, in the Doha metropolitan area. The campus address is Mian Street, Al Wukair, Al Wakrah, Doha, Qatar, PO Box 81071. This places the school within the Al Wakrah district with access from central Doha via local roads.

Stages
The school offers education from Foundation Stage (Foundation Stage 1 and Foundation Stage 2) through Year 13, covering primary and secondary education. The Primary section encompasses Key Stage 1 and 2 (Years 1–6) and the Senior School covers Key Stages 3–5 (Years 7–13).

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school. It follows the English National Curriculum (British Curriculum) and serves students from Foundation Stage to Year 13.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school maintains a diverse international student body with many nationalities represented. An exact current breakdown of nationalities and the local-to-international student ratio is not publicly published.

Additional learning support
GEMS Wellington School Qatar uses an inclusive education approach and offers additional learning opportunities to meet the needs of its diverse learners. Details of specific SEN provisions are described as part of the inclusive education offering.

Country affiliation
The school follows the National Curriculum for England (British Curriculum), reflecting an England/UK curriculum affiliation.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation listed for the school in its published materials.

School day structure
The school follows the British three-term calendar. For the 2025–2026 academic year, Autumn Term runs 31 August 2025 to 17 December 2025; Spring Term runs 12 January 2026 to 12 March 2026; Summer Term runs 30 March 2026 to 2 July 2026, with scheduled breaks throughout the year. Daily start and end times are not published in the public materials.

Bus service
Bus transport is provided by School Transport Services (STS). STS buses feature GPS monitoring, surveillance cameras, electronic attendance, and other safety measures; each route has a dedicated bus driver and a bus guardian. For inquiries, contact Tharaka Madushan at +974 6625 8535 or [email protected] The two-way transport fees shown include 4,310 QR within Al Wukair, 7,530 QR for other areas in Doha, and 9,150 QR for Lusail.
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Fees

Annual tuition at GEMS Wellington School Qatar ranges from QAR 38,250 to QAR 63,625 for 2026/27.

Application and Assessment Fees
- Registration (one-time, payable when a place is offered): QR 3,500 (non-refundable, non-transferable, non-adjustable).
- Assessment fee: Foundation Stage 1 — Free. Foundation Stage 2 to Year 13 — QR 200 (non-refundable, non-transferable; payable on day of assessment). Bank transfer details are provided for assessment payments (Account Name: Premier Schools International Qatar; DOHA BANK; IBAN and SWIFT details available).

Tuition Fees (annual and per-term by year group)
- The following annual tuition fees apply for the current academic year and include tuition, books and stationery. Annual fee followed by the per-term amount (equal installment calculated by dividing the annual fee by three, based on the school's three-term calendar).

- Foundation Stage 1 — Annual: QR 38,250. Per term: QR 12,750.00.
- Foundation Stage 2 — Annual: QR 42,250. Per term: QR 14,083.33.
- Year 1 — Annual: QR 44,250. Per term: QR 14,750.00.
- Year 2 — Annual: QR 44,875. Per term: QR 14,958.33.
- Year 3 — Annual: QR 44,875. Per term: QR 14,958.33.
- Year 4 — Annual: QR 45,500. Per term: QR 15,166.67.
- Year 5 — Annual: QR 45,500. Per term: QR 15,166.67.
- Year 6 — Annual: QR 45,500. Per term: QR 15,166.67.
- Year 7 — Annual: QR 53,500. Per term: QR 17,833.33.
- Year 8 — Annual: QR 53,625. Per term: QR 17,875.00.
- Year 9 — Annual: QR 53,625. Per term: QR 17,875.00.
- Year 10 — Annual: QR 58,625. Per term: QR 19,541.67.
- Year 11 — Annual: QR 58,625. Per term: QR 19,541.67.
- Year 12 — Annual: QR 58,625. Per term: QR 19,541.67.
- Year 13 — Annual: QR 63,625. Per term: QR 21,208.33.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is due prior to the start of the academic year and is payable in advance of attendance at the start of each term. The school follows a British three-term calendar (Autumn, Spring, Summer); invoices are issued from the time of admission so payments can be processed before term start. Per-term amounts above are shown as equal third installments for convenience and clarity.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school and provides an organised bus transport service for students.

Transport (Bus) Fees
- Two-way bus transport fees (STS Group operated) are charged separately from tuition:
- From within Al Wukair: QR 4,310 (annual).
- All other areas of Doha: QR 7,530 (annual).
- Transport for Lusail: QR 9,150 (annual).

Other costs and fees
- The stated tuition explicitly includes tuition, books and stationery; costs not listed in the tuition line (for example: school uniform, optional external extracurricular providers, some examination fees or certain trips) are additional and charged separately where applicable. Specific uniform sourcing, external ECA charges or examination fees are not detailed on the published fee notice.
- Registration and assessment fees are additional and, where noted above, non-refundable.

Refund information
- The registration fee is non-refundable. The assessment fee is non-refundable for applicable year groups. No detailed tuition-refund schedule (for mid-term withdrawals or returns of paid tuition) is published on the school's fees notice; parents should note the registration and assessment fees are explicitly non-refundable.

Fee payment options
- Online payments: The school uses the GEMS Connect parent portal which provides a facility to pay fees online.
- Bank transfer: Bank transfer details are provided for assessment payments (Account Name: Premier Schools International Qatar; DOHA BANK; IBAN and SWIFT provided for transfers). Bank transfer is an accepted payment channel for admissions/assessment payments as shown.
- Contact for payment queries: telephone +974 4041 7444 / +974 4041 7445 and email registrar_wsq@gemsedu.com or the admissions/accounts contacts listed by the school.

Notes for parents
- Annual fees above are shown in Qatari Riyal (QR) and the tuition lines specify inclusion of books and stationery. Registration and assessment fees are payable in addition to the annual tuition. Transport and other optional services are charged separately.
Academics

GEMS Wellington School Qatar teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England with English as the language of instruction. Early Years Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2, ages 3–5) uses the UK EYFS framework with seven areas of learning: Communication and Language; Physical Development; Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; Expressive Arts and Design. Primary School (Year 1–6) uses the English National Curriculum with modifications for international students and includes an Arabic language strand reflecting the host culture. Senior (Secondary) School (Year 7–13) follows Key Stages 3–5 based on ENC; Year 9–11 prepares for IGCSEs with core IGCSEs in English, Mathematics and Science and typically 9–11 IGCSEs in total. In Years 12–13 students study Edexcel International Advanced Levels (AS in Year 12, up to four subjects) with final A-level examinations. The curriculum is complemented by a High Performance Learning framework (ACPs and VAAs) that develops meta-thinking, creativity and 21st‑century skills.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Open for Enrolments for Academic Year 2026-27. Places in GEMS Wellington School, Qatar are limited per class and demand is high. Parents are encouraged to apply early to maximise the chance of securing a place. If a place is not available, applicants are advised to consider GEMS American Academy on the same campus.
2. Entrance Assessments. GEMS Wellington School, Qatar admits pupils in line with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education regulations and the GEMS admission policy. This ensures that admissions align with national requirements for entry.
3. Admission Process. The school is accepting admission applications for Foundation Stage 1 to Year 13 for the 2025-2026 academic year, with open enrolments for 2026-27 as well. An online Enquiry is used to start the process.
4. Admission Age and Fees. Admission ages are: 3 years old for Foundation Stage 1, 4 years old for Foundation Stage 2, and 5 years old for Year 1. Registration is 3,500 QR (non-refundable, non-transferable) and the assessment fee is 200 QR for Foundation 2 to Year 13; Foundation Stage 1 assessments are free.
5. To Apply For Admission. To apply, you must fill out an Enquiry, which is an online application.
6. Application Process (Part 1). Step 1: click to be taken to the Enquiry page. Step 2: the first part requires Parent/Guardian's name, relationship to the applicant, valid email, contact number, applicant's name, date of birth, and Year Group. Step 3: Submit the information to create an Enquiry. Step 4: Check the email inbox for your Enquiry reference number and keep it safe. Step 5: Return to the Enquiry page and complete the admission application. Step 6: You may include siblings in the application and you have the option to Save and Continue Later.
7. Documents to Upload. After completing the Enquiry, you will receive an email detailing documents to upload or email to the registrar. Required documents include the applicant's Qatar ID card or Residence Permit, passport, birth certificate, parent's passport, residency permits, vaccination records, transfer certificate, two recent photographs, two school reports, and any reports relating to SEND or medical needs.
8. Interview and Assessment. The Admissions team will call you for an interview and/or assessment. This interview/assessment determines the appropriate entry points and supports planning for the curriculum.
9. Assessment Tests. Assessment tests vary by year: Foundation Stage uses a stay-and-play session; Year 1–Year 2 involves basic phonics, letters, numbers, shapes and writing tasks; Year 3–Year 6 uses a Cognitive Ability Test (CAT) and written English; Year 7–Year 13 uses CAT.
10. Remote Assessment (Overseas Applicants). Remote assessments are available for overseas applicants, with specific procedures for Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and Years 3 onwards.
11. Offer Letter. Following a successful assessment you will receive an Offer letter.
12. Term Dates. The school follows the British calendar of three terms: Autumn, Spring and Summer.
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