Additional Information Regarding Fees
Pupils supported by the Head of Individual Learning
Some pupils will benefit from specialist help outside the curriculum with one to one lessons and shared and small group lessons in literacy and maths and assistance with study skills across all subjects. Additionally, some pupils require assessment for GCSE suitability. Charges may have to be applied for some or all of the above.
Insurance
There is a fees refund scheme to cover absence from school due to sickness. Details can be obtained from the School Accountant.
Fees
Fees are due in full on or before the first day of term.
If payment is not received by the due date, we may change interest on the overdue amount at the rate of 4% above the base rate of the school bank.
Legal costs incurred in the recovery of fees will be added to accounts.
The recognised method of recovery of fees is through a free monthly direct debit scheme administed for the School through a provider. For direct debit customers, the termly invoice is for information only. Alternatively, fees should be paid via the School's bank account. Please speak to the School Accountant if you would like more information.
The Governors will endeavour to give at least one term's notice of a rise in fees. They reserve a right, however, to impose a surcharge at any time in the event of a sudden and unpredictable rise in school running costs.
The Governors may request the withdrawal of a pupil if fees invoices are not paid on time.
A half term's notice, to take effect at the end of a term, is required in writing to discontinue any optional extras.
It is expected that trips and extras will be paid in full through ParentMail.
Child care vouchers will be accepted to credit fee accounts for Early Year's children and other eligible charges.
A charge of £20 will be added to accounts for any cheque returned to drawer.
£80 of the entry deposit will be allocated to the Westwoodian Alumni funds, which can be re-credited to a parent on request when a pupil leaves the School.
Leaving
A full term's notice, (or a term's fees in lieu of notice), must be given by parents or guardians before a pupil is withdrawn for whatever reason or rescind the acceptance of a place offered to a pupil. This notice should be received by the Headmaster in writing, on or before the first day of term.
It is a condition of entry to school that a full-terms notice, or terms, fees in lieu of notice, must be given by parents or guardians before a pupil is withdrawn for whatever reason, or rescind the acceptance of the place offered to a pupil. Notice must be received by the Headmaster in writing on or before the first day of term.
