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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Gateway College Dehiwala is located at No 285/1, Galwihara Road. The campus follows a comprehensive British Curriculum framework, including Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge Primary and Secondary, and BTEC qualifications, with the English National Curriculum at core and elements of the Sri Lankan curriculum to support holistic development. Established in 2013 through the merger of Gateway College Bambalapitiya and American International School, it serves Playgroup to Advanced Level and features a campus with auditorium, indoor basketball court, a swimming pool, an innovation studio, and a Math Lab. Facilities include specialised classrooms, smart classrooms, ICT labs, science labs, libraries, STEM rooms, and creative arts rooms, plus multipurpose spaces. Extracurricular offerings span art and drama spaces, a Music Room, a Production and Broadcasting Studio, Open Air Theatre, and indoor/outdoor play areas. Clubs cover Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, and Community and Service, with participation in national and international platforms such as MUN.
Gateway College Dehiwala is located in Dehiwala, a southern suburb of Colombo, Sri Lanka. The campus address is No 285/1 Galwihara Road, Dehiwala, on the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia fringe. The area is part of the Colombo metropolitan region.
Stages
Playgroup to Advanced Level.
School day structure
The school day runs from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Fees
Application fees - An application (admission) fee is required when submitting the physical application form. The published amount for the application fee is not available publicly.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - No campus‑published, itemised tuition schedule (per term or per year group) for Gateway College - Dehiwala is publicly available for the 2026/27 academic year or the 2025/26 academic year. Specific term or annual tuition rates for each year group (Playgroup through Advanced Level) are not published.
Billing schedule and payment terms - A formal billing schedule and detailed payment terms (for example: term dates tied to invoicing, deadlines, late‑payment penalties, or discounts for annual payment) are not published. The application process requires submission of the physical application form together with the admission application fee.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding or hostel provision is listed for Gateway College - Dehiwala; therefore there are no published boarding fees for this campus.
Other costs and one‑off charges - No public, itemised amounts are published for other typical school charges such as uniforms, transport, examination/assessment fees, textbooks, activity or club fees, or insurance. Where such charges apply, specific amounts and whether they are billed termly or annually are not published.
Refund information - No published refund policy or published conditions for refunds (for withdrawal, cancellation, or overpayment) is available for this campus.
Fee payment options - No public details are published about accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, cheque, or in‑person payment). The admissions guidance indicates a physical application submission step but does not list accepted payment channels or online payment facilities.
Brief summary of findings and gaps - The school's public pages confirm the existence of an admission application fee and list campus contact details, but do not publish any numeric fee schedule, billing timetable, refund terms, boarding fees, or accepted payment methods for Gateway College - Dehiwala. The information needed to populate a complete itemised fee record (per term and per year group, payment options, refund terms, and ancillary charges) is not available on the school's public pages.
Academics
Gateway College - Dehiwala teaches British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), BTEC Qualification.
Curriculum
The school models its curriculum on the English National Curriculum and includes elements of the local Sri Lankan curriculum, with a focus on holistic development.
Higher Education Progression
Gateway College Dehiwala reports that students secure admission to prestigious universities in the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand and Japan, including Stanford, MIT, Dartmouth and Cambridge; the school partners with Mentoraa for higher education counselling.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school integrates daily mindfulness for all students. MindUP, an evidence-based social and emotional learning program, is taught in Home Room sessions from 2022 onward and is grounded in Neuroscience, Positive Psychology, Mindful Awareness and Social-Emotional Learning. Students engage in mindfulness activities including mindful listening, mindful breathing, mindful seeing, mindful body scanning and mindful gratitude.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Gateway Achievers provides support for children with learning disabilities.
Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care is integral to the Gateway approach and trained counsellors are available to support emotional and mental wellbeing. Mindfulness daily practice and religious observances contribute to emotion regulation, resilience, and a caring school climate.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is prioritized to create a calm, disciplined, respectful, caring and ethical environment for children. Mindfulness and pastoral care support safeguarding across all Gateway College branches.
Admissions
Admissions
01 Application Submission. Complete the official application form and submit required documents. 02 Interview Process. Students may attend an assessment or meeting depending on grade level. 03 Confirmation & Enrolment. Successful applicants receive an offer letter and proceed with enrolment.
Scholarships
Two full Advanced Level scholarships are offered. They will be awarded to two students following the Advanced Level programme at Gateway College Colombo. One scholarship will go to a student already studying at Gateway College and the other to a student who wishes to join Gateway College to pursue Advanced Level studies. These scholarships are for students who wish to take up any of the following programmes: 4 A Levels; 3 A Levels and a Diploma; 2 A Levels and the Foundation Diploma in Sport; SACE Stage 2. Applicants who have completed International GCSE/GCSE, Sri Lankan O Levels or SACE 1 are eligible to apply. Applications were to be submitted by 19 June 2023 and should include the CV of the student and a 200-word write-up explaining why the applicant should be considered; the donor remains anonymous.
FAQs
What age range and levels does Gateway College Dehiwala serve?
Gateway College Dehiwala serves students from Playgroup (starting around age 3) through Advanced Level studies, covering a full range of primary and secondary education. The curriculum is the English National Curriculum with elements of the Sri Lankan curriculum, emphasizing holistic development.
Where is Gateway College Dehiwala located and what curriculum does it follow?
The campus is at No 285/1 Galwihara Road, Dehiwala, on the Colombo metropolitan fringe. It follows the English National Curriculum with elements of the local Sri Lankan curriculum, and focuses on holistic development.
Is there an admission or application fee, and what is the process to apply?
Yes, there is an admission/application fee payable when you submit the physical application form. The process involves submitting the official form and required documents, possibly attending an interview or assessment, and then receiving a confirmation or offer for enrolment.
Are tuition fees published for Gateway Dehiwala?
There is no publicly published itemised tuition schedule for 2025/26 or 2026/27, so exact per-term or per-year fees aren't listed publicly. For current fees and payment terms, you would need to contact the campus directly.
Are there scholarships available at Gateway Dehiwala?
Two full Advanced Level scholarships are offered, intended for students pursuing specified pathways such as 4 A Levels or combinations including a Diploma. Applications referenced a set of eligibility criteria, including prior completion of certain programmes, with the donor remaining anonymous.
What curriculum and languages are taught at Gateway Dehiwala?
The curriculum is modeled on the English National Curriculum with elements of the Sri Lankan curriculum. In Key Stage 03 and 04, English Language & Literature, Sinhala, and French are taught.
Is there higher education support and counselling?
Yes. Students gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, including the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand and Japan, and the school partners with Mentoraa for higher education counselling.
Are there notable exam results or achievements at Gateway Dehiwala?
Students have achieved world prizes in IGCSE and A Level History, and there are recognitions in IGCSE Global Citizenship. The school also participates in national and international platforms such as Model United Nations.
What facilities does the Dehiwala campus offer?
The campus features an auditorium, an indoor basketball court, a swimming pool, an innovation studio, and a Math Lab. It also includes ICT labs, science labs, libraries, STEM rooms, and creative arts spaces to support diverse subjects.
What sports and arts facilities are available on campus?
There are sport complexes with multiple courts and on-site gyms, plus a swimming pool. Arts facilities include rooms for art, dance, drama, a Music Room, a Production/Broadcasting Studio, and an Open Air Theatre.
What clubs and activities exist beyond the classroom?
The school runs a wide range of Academic & Intellectual clubs (eg. Debating, MUN, Science Society, Math Society, English Literary Society, French Club, History Society) and participates in national and international events.
Are there leadership opportunities and university preparation for students?
Yes. The Gateway Experience develops leadership and teamwork through Student Leaders across campuses, and there is a University & Career Advantage component to strengthen university applications.
What community service and social activities are available?
Students can participate in Community Service Club, Interact Club, Guiding/Scouting, St John's Ambulance Service, and Environmental Society, along with diverse afternoon activities such as robotics, choir, dance, and scouting.
What wellbeing and safeguarding support does the school provide?
Mindfulness is integrated into daily practice, with MindUP taught in Home Room since 2022. Trained counsellors provide pastoral care, and safeguarding is prioritized across Gateway campuses.
Is there support for students with learning differences (SEN)?
Gateway Achievers offers support for children with learning disabilities, providing targeted assistance within the Gateway approach.
What can you expect regarding safeguarding and student wellbeing in daily life?
Safeguarding is a core priority, with mindfulness, pastoral care, and trained staff supporting a calm, respectful and ethical environment across campuses.
Does Gateway Dehiwala have boarding facilities or a public uniform policy?
Gateway Dehiwala does not list boarding provision, and public materials do not publish uniform details.
What is the school's house system like?
The school has four houses named after Sri Lanka's first four Prime Ministers: Stephen House, Solomon House, Lionel House, and Dudley House.
What are the daily hours and who governs the school?
The school day runs from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Gateway College Dehiwala is part of the Gateway Group and is led by Head of School Anthony Chelliah.
Are there any accreditations or awards published for this campus?
No accreditations or awards are published for Gateway College Dehiwala in public materials.
