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Welham Girls' School

India, Dehradun

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 10 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 550
Type Girls School (boarding)
Opened 1957
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Indian Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Hindi, French, Spanish, German, Punjabi
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Welham Girls' School in Dehradun is a residential, all-girls school offering classes VI to XII. It follows a dual curriculum with the Indian Curriculum (ICSE/ISC) and Cambridge IGCSE, with English as the medium of instruction and Hindi given emphasis along with a third language option in middle school. The academic year runs March to February. The school prepares learners for ICSE/ISC examinations and Cambridge assessments. Facilities include a spacious library and e-source centre, Wi‑Fi-enabled classrooms, and well-equipped laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, History, Geography and Home Science. On-site sports, indoor and outdoor courts, a swimming pool and a large field sustain daily activity. A broad co-curricular program features Indian and Western music, Indian dance, art, drama, debating, photography, and technology clubs, with SPICMACAY performances and service initiatives such as Reach Out. The school prioritises inclusivity, mentoring, and career guidance, with counseling and an infirmary for student wellbeing.

8374+XMG, 19, Municipal Rd, Panchpuri Colony, Dalanwala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248001, India

The Essentials

Welham Girls' School has 550 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Welham Girls' School is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. The campus is at No. 19 Municipal Road, Dalanwala, Dehradun 248001. The school is in the Dalanwala neighbourhood of Dehradun.

Stages
The school has classes VI to XII.

Type
The school is a girls' school.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Dormitories are housed in large and airy buildings divided among the five Houses to develop belonging and team spirit. Junior and Senior girls have separate hostels. Each House is an autonomous unit under the care of a House Mistress and a Matron.

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are affectionately marked with 'tadpoles'.

Food Options
Meals are supervised by the Mess staff and provide a balanced diet with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Pork and Beef are not served. Cuisines from India and other parts of the world are regularly featured. Fresh fruit, vegetables and milk are provided daily. Extra or special diet is provided on the doctor's recommendation. Teachers and students eat together at the table, and the Mess Committee includes both staff and students.

House System
Five Houses named after birds found on campus: Bulbul, Flycatcher, Hoopoe, Oriole and Woodpecker. House Captains and Student Officials are chosen for leadership. The Houses compete on the sports field and in activities such as art, dance, music, debating, quizzing and dramatics. The dormitories are divided among the five Houses, with Junior and Senior girls in separate hostels.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Governors. Welham Girls' School Society is involved in its governance. The school is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (ICSE).
Fees
Application / registration fees

- Registration fee (at time of registration): Rs. 20,000 (non‑refundable).
- Admission fee (payable at the time of admission): Rs. 1,50,000.

Tuition and school fees (annual)

- School fees (annual): Rs. 10,10,000 per year. This is the published single annual fee figure for enrolled students.
- The published fee information is provided as an overall annual figure; a per‑term or per‑class breakdown is not published on the school's public fee page.

Deposits and advances (one‑time amounts at admission)

- Security Deposit (refundable/adjustable): Rs. 5,05,000.
- Imprest Deposit: Rs. 60,000.
- Uniform Deposit: Rs. 20,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The publicly available fee schedule is given as an annual charge; the school's registration process requires payment of the registration fee at the time the online registration form is submitted.
- Notice and withdrawal terms: a minimum of three months' notice of intended withdrawal is required; failure to give three months' notice results in three months' fees being forfeited/charged in lieu of notice. Students who withdraw after sitting the ICSE Board examinations are charged school fees until the end of March provided the written withdrawal letter is received by 1 January; if the letter is received after 1 January the student must pay three months' full fees from the date of receipt of the withdrawal application. The school deposit will be forfeited if a student withdraws from Class IX or XI at any time.

Boarding / residential charges

- Welham Girls' School is a residential (boarding) school; the published annual School Fees figure is the single published fee amount for students. No separate, itemised boarding fee is published in the public fee schedule.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Uniform deposit (one‑time): Rs. 20,000 (listed above).
- Registration fee is non‑refundable.
- Additional day‑to‑day costs that are commonly charged by residential schools (examples: books, stationery, optional camps/expeditions, medical treatment, co‑curricular fees, travel for outings) are not itemised in the public fee summary and, where applicable, are billed separately by the school.

Refund information and forfeitures

- The Security Deposit is described as refundable/adjustable.
- The Registration/Registration fee is non‑refundable.
- Withdrawal penalties: three months' fees forfeited/charged if minimum notice is not given; school deposit may be forfeited for withdrawal from Class IX or XI.

Fee payment options and payment channels

- The school operates an online parent/ERP portal for school administration and fee payment.
- The school uses online bank payment procedures for specific payments (for example, AP exam payments are accepted by bank deposit/bank transfer with the school providing bank account details and instructions); bank transfer / NEFT details are used for such payments. Parents use the school's online payment channels or the school's designated bank transfer instructions where provided.
Academics

Welham Girls' School teaches Indian Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 10 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers classes VI to XII and is affiliated with CISCE (ICSE) and Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE). English is the medium of instruction, with Hindi given importance in the curriculum and a third language option in Middle School (Sanskrit, French, Spanish, German or Punjabi). In Class X, students select from Science, Environmental Science or Economics and must choose at least one skill-based subject such as Computer Applications, Robotics & AI, Yoga, Hindustani Music, Indian Dance, Art, Home Science, French or Physical Education. In Class XII, subjects may be taken across Humanities, Science and Commerce, with English compulsory and options including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science, History, Economics, Psychology, Political Science, Elective English, Hindi, Commerce, Accounts, Home Science, Environmental Science, Art and Indian Hindustani Music. The academic year begins in March and culminates with final examinations in February of the following year.

Student Teacher Ratio
Staff to student ratio is 1:10. The strength of each section in Classes VI to X is capped at a maximum of 28 students, ensuring individual attention. In senior classes, teachers may teach small groups of 6 or 7 students in certain subjects due to the wide choice of subjects offered in Class XI and XII.

Exam Results
Board Examinations 2021 show ICSE (Class X) with an overall class average of 94.95%, and the highest aggregate of 99.75% achieved by Palak Agrawal in ISC XII. ISC XII results also reflect strong performance with subject-level averages in the mid-to-high 90s, and top marks near 100%.

Higher Education Progression
Welham's Career Counselling publishes destinations for higher education, including Indian universities such as Lady Shri Ram College (Delhi University), Ashoka University, Bennett University, Daulat Ram College, Hindu College and Miranda House, as well as international universities such as Boston University, Cornell University, Claremont McKenna College, DePauw University, King's College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, National University of Singapore, University of Edinburgh and University of California San Diego.

Gifted and Talented
Greater Education Programme (GEP) invites eminent speakers from different fields to broaden horizons and expose students to developments beyond the classroom.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school offers experiences that foster 21st-century skills including critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication, and emphasizes social and emotional skills to help students become responsible, ethical leaders and socially aware citizens.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the medium of instruction throughout the school. Hindi holds a place of importance in the curriculum, and in Middle School (Grades VI–VIII) students may choose a third language from Sanskrit, French, Spanish, German or Punjabi.

Mental Wellbeing
A full-time Emotional Counsellor provides personal counselling to students, with confidential sessions in a supportive environment, and periodic talks to help build resilience, manage emotions and resolve conflicts.
Parent Experience

History
In 1957, Miss H. S. Oliphant acquired a Nawab's estate in Dehradun to create Welham Girls' School, entrusting Grace Mary Linnell to set up and run the residential school for girls. Welham, named after a Welsh village, began with ten students and soon grew synonymous with high scholastic standards rooted in Indian tradition, reaching about 540 students. The school's motto is artt shanti phala vidya — The aim of knowledge is to bring peace — and the Welham community emphasizes integrity, civility and inclusion. Linnell led the school from 1957 to 1970, followed by Miss Saroj Srivastava (1970–1988), Mrs. Shanti Varma (1988–2000), Mrs. Jyotsna Brar (2000–2016), Mrs. Padmini Sambasivam (2016–2022), and since May 2022, Mrs. Vibha Kapoor heads the institution. The school is affiliated to ICSE and ISC.

Community
Welham maintains an active school life with a calendar of events and cultural programmes. The WGS Calendar page shows events and a monthly view, including School Birthday & Investiture Ceremony 2026, Jane Austen's 250th Birthday Programme, and ongoing Founders' Day celebrations with alumnae visiting the campus. The second day of the 68th Founders' Day was a vibrant celebration, and Nostalgia highlighted alumnae returning for the 68th Founders' Day. Other highlights include A Home Victory for WGS! and Jazbaat 2.0 – Celebrating the Power of Positive Psychology, reflecting a dynamic and engaged community of students, staff, and alumni.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a spacious, well-stocked library cum e-source centre open seven days a week, designed to encourage girls to develop an interest in a variety of subjects and to support research and in-depth study. State-of-the-art, well-equipped laboratories provide facilities in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, History, Geography and Home Science. Computer Science is compulsory up to Class VIII and is offered both as a subject and as a co-curricular activity thereafter. The school makes extensive use of audio-visual ICT-enabled teaching aids. Each class has Wi-Fi connectivity along with an interactive panel.

Sports Facilities
The school has on-campus facilities including a state-of-the-art shooting, table tennis, swimming pool, tennis and basketball facilities on campus; a large field where hockey and athletics are practised daily; karate and aerobics are conducted in an indoor facility; and state-of-the-art indoor badminton courts along with several outdoor courts.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Co-curricular activities include Indian Dance, Indian Music, Western Music, Computer Applications, Art, Pottery, Craft, Design, Dramatics, Debating, Photography, Quiz, Cyber Club and Nature Club. Girls choose any two activities from among the disciplines offered. SPICMACAY performances and workshops are regularly hosted.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a range of co-curricular disciplines taught by trained professionals, including Indian Dance, Indian Music, Western Music, Computer Applications, Art, Pottery, Craft, Design, Dramatics, Debating, Photography, Quiz, Cyber Club and Nature Club. Girls choose two activities from these disciplines. Co-curricular activities balance the mind and body and develop the students' aesthetic sensibilities, with performances and workshops by award-winning artistes hosted under SPICMACAY. The school is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (ICSE) and serves classes VI to XII.

Arts & Creative
The school offers Indian Dance, Indian Music, Western Music, Art, Pottery, Craft, Design, Dramatics, Photography and Quiz as co-curricular disciplines. These disciplines are taught by trained professionals. Performances and workshops by award-winning artistes are regularly hosted under SPICMACAY.

Cultural & Language
Exchange programmes are available with partner schools in the United Kingdom and the United States. Staff and students also go on educational trips to countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Tanzania, Morocco, Kenya, South Africa, Vietnam and France. Cultural heritage is celebrated through Indian traditions with performances and workshops under SPICMACAY.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a broad range of clubs and activities beyond the classroom, including the Cyber Club and Nature Club as part of co-curricular offerings. Other arts and cultural pursuits such as Indian Dance, Indian Music, Western Music, Drama, Photography and Quiz are available as student interest-based activities. Students select two activities from the disciplines offered.

Community & Service
Reach Out: The school develops social responsibility through regular community service and weekly Wednesday-afternoon activities dedicated to working with the community. Students spend time with the elderly, teach the underprivileged, and engage in fundraising activities for various relief organizations. The school has started Indian Sign Language classes with the Bajaj Institute of Learning for the deaf to sensitize students to the needs of children with disabilities. Gandhi Jayanti ‘Shramdaan' involves cleaning and maintenance across the campus, and student-led initiatives such as Reable, Satya Rekha, Naya Kadam and others contribute to societal improvement.

Leadership & Professional
Mentoring Programme: The aim is to foster a friendly partnership between mentors and mentees, with mentors responsible for 10–12 students, sharing meals and guiding discussions on academics and interpersonal relationships. Mentors encourage active participation in sports, extracurricular activities and community service, and attend events to support mentees. Career Counselling: The career guidance cell helps students choose subjects, identifies aptitudes and interests, and organises seminars and talks on India and abroad, with information on applications and admissions. The school is an authorized testing center for SAT and AP examinations, and supports preparation for competitive exams and portfolio development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The infirmary is staffed by a qualified doctor and three nurses with round-the-clock care, routine medical examinations, and access to on-call specialists. A full-time emotional counsellor provides personal counselling and periodic talks to build resilience and help students manage emotions and resolve conflicts. Physical education is embedded in the daily routine, with a wide range of sports offered (Athletics, Aerobics, Badminton, Basketball, Hockey, Karate, Shooting, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis); school teams compete at district, state, national and international levels, and Sports Day marks the annual culmination of the year's competitions.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the medium of instruction throughout the school. Hindi holds a place of importance in the curriculum. In the Middle School (Grades VI to VIII) students can choose a third language from Sanskrit, French, Spanish, German or Punjabi. Optional subjects include French, and DELF certificate exams are available for French and DELE exams for Spanish.
Admissions

Admissions
The school has classes from VI to XII and offers admissions in Classes VI, VII and XI only, subject to the availability of seats. The new academic session begins in March end/April each year. Age at start of the session is: Class VI 10½–12 years; Class VII 11½–13 years; Class VIII 12½–14 years; Class IX 13½–15 years; Class X 14½–16 years; Class XI 15½–17 years; Class XII 16½–18 years. The lower age limit for admission to Class VI is 10½ on 1 April of the joining year; correlation of age and class is an essential requirement. Procedure for registration: online application via the Admissions tab, payment, and receipt of an application number by email; return to the Registration Process and enter the application number; complete the online registration form with accurate information and upload scans of documents (birth certificate, Aadhar card and passport); pay the non‑refundable registration fee; you will receive a confirmatory email. The school will contact you by email in the year the ward is to appear for the Aptitude/Proficiency Assessment; registration does not guarantee admission. Aptitude/Proficiency Assessment comprises Round 1 for VI & VII in August/September at centres in New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Dehradun; Round 2 is an in‑person interaction in Dehradun; offers depend on the results of the interaction and the number of vacancies. Some preference is given to: daughters of government officials and serving armed forces personnel; girls whose mothers studied at Welham or who have completed Class XII there; siblings who have studied or are currently studying at the school (no preference for Class XI candidates). Documents required at admission include the Original Birth Certificate; Transfer Certificate and Character Certificate; Medical Certificate; three recent passport photographs; Migration Certificate (for Class XI if not from the CISCE). Re-registration for Classes VI & VII is year‑specific; re-registration incurs an additional fee and a fresh registration number. If a child has not cleared the Assessment or registration has lapsed, re‑registration must be completed within one year; otherwise full registration fees apply. Eligibility for Class XI registration requires a minimum average of 70% in all examinations conducted by the school; this is a prerequisite to appear for the Aptitude Assessment; selected students join in April after completing their Board examinations; mandatory documents include the Board Mark sheet, Pass certificate, Migration Certificate (if not from the ICSE Board) and Transfer Certificate. The registration fee is Rs. 20,000 and is non‑transferable and non‑refundable. The school is affiliated to the CISCE and has classes VI–XII.

Scholarships
The school offers several Scholarships each year to deserving students studying at Welham Girls' School. Scholarships are available on applications received from parents and are decided on the basis of means cum merit. Scholarship amounts are decided after assessing the combined income of the parents and are awarded after the scholarship committee has scrutinized all relevant documents. Scholarships cover a substantial portion of the school fees. Parents of students aspiring to join the school in the coming year may also apply for a scholarship. Scholarships are revised annually and fresh applications need to be submitted each year. Parents wishing to apply for a Scholarship must request the necessary form from the school every year.
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