Gems Winchester School, Dubai

Below is the grading system at Gems Winchester School:

GEMS Winchester School adheres to the National Curriculum for England and accommodates students from the Foundation Stage to Year 13.

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Foundation Stage 2 (FS2), WSD offers a program based on activities designed to enhance speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills. 

Various individual and group tasks aim to nurture children's innate curiosity.

Key Stage 1 (KS1)

During Key Stage 1 (KS1), which comprises Year 1 and Year 2, the focus is on problem-solving, reasoning, and creative thinking abilities.

The main subjects incorporated in KS1 are:

Key Stage 2 (KS2)

At WSD, Key Stage 2 covers Years 3 through 6. During these stages, the curriculum is tailored to introduce more challenging goals as children become more self-reliant and conscious of themselves.

The main subjects for KS2 comprise: 

Key Stage 3 (KS3)

In KS3 at WSD, students are introduced to creative and fast-paced learning methods. They learn the importance of setting both daily and long-term goals. The school prepares them for selecting IGCSE subjects in Year 10 and their future educational paths.

Subjects in this stage comprise:

Key Stage 4 (KS3)

During this phase, the school guides students in selecting subjects that align well with their future university studies and career aspirations.

The main subjects provided in GEMS Winchester School at Key Stage 4 comprise:

Alternatively, the subjects available as options include:

Key Stage 5 (KS5)

After finishing Year 11, students can continue their education into KS5, where they can choose between A Levels, BTEC (Level 3), a blended pathway combining AS Levels with BTEC courses, or a customised pathway tailored to their interests and goals.

For those selecting the A Level program, there are two paths: studying their chosen subject for one year to achieve an AS Level or extending their study to two years to obtain full A Levels. The subjects offered to students include:

Students opting for the BTEC pathway will engage in a two-year program on par with three A levels. Extended diplomas in this pathway are offered in Business Studies and Information Technology.

The process for registering and admitting students for the new school year at GEMS Winchester School, Dubailand, is conducted through the school's website. Here is a simplified outline of the admission steps:

• Complete an online inquiry form with all necessary information.
• Receive a confirmation email with an Enquiry Number, which will be used for all future communications about the application.

Pay an Application Fee of AED 525 (comprising AED 500 for the application and AED 25 for VAT) and submit the following documents to the school to finalise the registration:

• A copy of the child’s and parent's passports, including the page with a valid UAE residence visa.
• The school staff will check and copy the original Emirates ID card for the child and sponsor.
• A copy of the Emirates ID for both the child and sponsor.
• A copy of the child’s birth certificate (must be in English or Arabic).
• Four recent passport-sized photos of the child against a white background.
• School reports from the past two years and any documents related to learning support needs (required from Year 3 onwards).
• A copy of the vaccination record (for Foundation Stage 1 and Stage 2 applicants).

The school will arrange an interview and/or assessment test (English and Mathematics assessments are mandatory from Year 3 onwards). Take your child to the school at the appointed time for their interview and/or assessment. After the interview and assessment, the school will notify parents if the child has been accepted. Submit the child’s attested Transfer Certificate to the school (attestation is not required for transfers from schools in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and Europe).

Upon receiving and accepting the offer letter, a non-refundable Admission Fee of AED 2,500 is required. However, this fee will be deducted from the total tuition fees for the academic year. For further details, please refer to the official website of the GEMS Winchester School Dubai admissions process page. Before beginning the registration process, check your child's age placement guidelines.

According to KHDA guidelines, the age requirement for students is determined as of 31 March for schools that start in April and as of 31 August for schools commencing in September. This accommodates students transitioning from educational systems that allow for younger student admissions.

The fee structure at GEMS Winchester School Dubai is as follows:

For fee payments at GEMS Winchester School, available methods include online payment, cash or cheque, bank transfer, and credit card.

KHDA sanctions the fee structure mentioned. For more specific information, please consult the official fee structure page on the GEMS Winchester School Dubai website.

The school applies the following charges:

• Application Fee for New Students: AED 500
• Registration Deposit: 10% of the annual tuition fees
• Re-registration Deposit: 5% of the annual tuition fees

Payments can be made to the following bank account:

• Account Holder: GEMS WINCHESTER SCHOOL
• Bank: MASHREQ BANK
• Branch: AL RIQA, DEIRA, DUBAI-UAE
• Account Number: 010493178840
• Swift Code: BOMLAEAD
• IBAN: AE170330000010493178840

Additionally, the school provides discounts on tuition fees for families with multiple children enrolled:

• 25% discount for the 4th sibling
• 50% discount for the 5th sibling
• 60% discount for the 6th sibling

Transportation for students at GEMS Winchester School Dubai, located in Dubailand, is managed by School Transport Services (STS) LLC, a reputable and ISO-certified transport provider in the UAE. The company boasts a modern fleet of buses equipped with advanced technologies to ensure a safe, comfortable, and high-quality commute.

STS ensures all its bus drivers and guardians receive professional training from accredited specialists by RTA standards. Safety measures on all STS buses include GPS tracking, an electronic attendance system, video surveillance, a panic button, a sleeping child check button, and access to a sophisticated control room. After registering their child, parents can use the STS app for added convenience.

Premium sports facilities at GEMS Winchester School include:

• Sports fields
• Covered outdoor recreation areas
• Multipurpose sports court
• Air-conditioned play area (for Foundation Stage students)

Similar to other schools within the GEMS Education Group, Winchester School is equipped with primary and secondary medical clinics staffed by nurses registered with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). Parents are urged not to send unwell children to school, and they will be contacted immediately if their child shows signs of sickness. The clinic has a bed, a first-aid kit, over-the-counter medicines, and other necessary supplies.

Communication between teachers and parents at GEMS Education is facilitated through several designed programs to strengthen the bonds between students, the school, and their families. The GEMS Connect App provides a dashboard for parents to access a wide array of information, including student details, academic progress, school news, timetables, attendance records, extracurricular activities, bus transportation, communication channels, fee payments, and even a shopping section for school uniforms and canteen cards. Additionally, the GEMS Portal offers access to attendance, feedback, academic performance, notifications, and exam schedules. GEMS myLearning further improve parental engagement with their child’s education.

WSD actively involves parents in their children’s education and development through Welcome Packs that guide them in supporting their learning. To improve this relationship further, parent orientation evenings are organized at the beginning of each academic year for nearly every year group.

Moreover, a parent-representative group meets monthly with school faculty to devise strategies for enhancing student learning and development. Weekly newsletters keep parents informed about the week's learning activities. Parents and teachers use grade-specific WhatsApp groups for direct communication.

How to Contact the Gems Winchester School?

Telephone: +971-4-337-4112

Email Address: enquiries_wsd@gemsedu.com 

Official Website: https://www.gemswinchesterschool-dubai.com/

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/GEMSWinchesterSchoolDubai/

Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/gems_wsd?lang=en

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngTWlOcJDzvww3kQttFKWg