GEMS Academy Alexandria vs Schutz American School

	G GEMS Academy Alexandria Alexandria, Egypt	S Schutz American School Alexandria, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 8,000 - 77,500	Fees / year EGP 19,205
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Pupils	Pupils 100	Pupils 247
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 18
Instruction language	Instruction language French	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2011	Opened 1924
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Kilo 13 Alexandria-Cairo Agricultural Road, Alexandria, Egypt.	Location Schutz American School is located in Alexandria, Egypt. The campus address is 51 Schutz St. P.O. Box 1000, Alexandria, Egypt. It offers an Early Childhood program for 3-year-old students through grade 12.
Stages	Stages Foundation Stage; British School; IB School; American School	Stages Elementary School serves Pre-K2 to 5; Middle School serves grades 6-8; High School serves grades 9-12. Schutz American School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Program (PYP) and the Middle Years Program (MYP).
School type	School type —	School type Independent, nonsectarian, coeducational day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support English is the language of instruction. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided. A learning support program (Tier 2 or 3) is available.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Egypt	Country affiliation American-based educational program.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Nonsectarian.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Air-conditioned buses with seat belts; each bus is monitored by staff for student safety. Transportation is available to GAA students.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Fees overview (academic year referenced: 2025/2026) Application / registration fee - A registration fee is required to secure an offer and must be paid within 10 days of acceptance to guarantee a place. - Publicly listed figures for a one‑time registration/confirmation charge are EGP 35,000 (reported in local school directories). Annual tuition fees by year group (annual amounts in Egyptian pounds, EGP) - KG 1: EGP 55,500. - KG 2: EGP 55,500. - Primary 1: EGP 58,550. - Primary 2: EGP 58,550. - Primary 3: EGP 58,550. - Primary 4: EGP 64,500. - Primary 5: EGP 64,500. - Primary 6: EGP 70,750. - Preparatory (Year 1): EGP 73,200. - Preparatory (Year 2): EGP 77,500. Notes on tuition amounts - Some local school directories report higher headline figures for early years (for example, FS1/FS2 listed as EGP 100,000 in one directory) and other directories list slightly different historic figures; the list above reflects the detailed year‑group breakdown published in local school directories. Tuition per term / instalments - The school indicates that tuition is payable by instalments; specific per‑term amounts or an official multi‑term schedule are not published in the available public listings. Parents should expect an instalment option rather than a single lump sum. Billing schedule and payment terms - To guarantee a place, the registration fee must be paid within 10 days of notification of acceptance. - The school is described in public directories as operating an instalment payment arrangement for tuition (number and timing of instalments are not published in the available public listings). Sibling discounts are noted in local information listings. Boarding / accommodation fees - No boarding programme or annual boarding fee is listed for GEMS Academy Alexandria in the publicly available school information; only day‑school provision and student transport (bus) are listed. Boarding is therefore not applicable based on available public information. Transport / bus fees - Transport (school bus) fees are published in local listings as a separate additional charge; reported figures vary by source and distance, for example EGP 8,000 in one listing and up to EGP 20,000 in another for minimum distance routes — expect an additional transport charge that depends on route. Other fees and typical additional costs - Textbooks: tuition listings indicate that tuition generally covers school textbooks. - Uniform: a separate uniform cost is not itemised in the public listings; parents should budget for a uniform purchase as an additional one‑off cost (not explicitly quantified in available public listings). - Extra‑curricular activities, sports trips and certain specialist course fees are commonly charged separately by international schools; specific charges for these items are not published in the public listings for GEMS Academy Alexandria. Refund information - The school requires prompt payment of registration fees to secure a place; a formal, published refund policy for registration or tuition is not available in the school's public admission information. Other GEMS schools commonly treat registration/deposit payments as non‑refundable; however, GEMS Academy Alexandria's public admission page does not publish a specific refund schedule. Fee payment options - Local school directories note that tuition is payable by instalments; the school's admission guidance states the registration payment timing but does not publish a comprehensive list of accepted payment methods (bank transfer, card, in‑person). Expect standard institutional payment channels (bank transfer and in‑person payments) to be available; exact accepted methods and any online payment portal are provided to parents during the enrolment process. Final note on availability and currency of figures - A full, official school fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year was not publicly available in the school's admission pages or in an official fee document at the time of this review. The figures above reflect the detailed year‑group amounts and ancillary charges listed by local school directories and the school's own admission guidance for the academic year information that is publicly posted; reported transport and registration figures vary between sources. For absolute confirmation of per‑term instalment amounts, current transport zones and the school's formal refund and accepted payment methods, refer to the school's admissions office at the time of application.	Fee details Application fee - Schutz American School does not charge an application fee at the time of submission. Registration / Enrollment fees - A registration (enrolment) fee is required to secure an offered place and must be paid within one month of acceptance. - Third-party listings report a one‑time registration fee of USD 989. - An annual infrastructure/maintenance fee is reported separately; third‑party listings report USD 1,412 (annual). Tuition fees (annual) by year group — stated amounts and per‑term calculation - Reported annual tuition (USD) by grade band: - Pre‑Kindergarten: USD 5,852. - Kindergarten – Grade 5: USD 16,804. - Grades 6 – 8: USD 20,038. - Grades 9 – 12: USD 20,938. - Schutz operates a two‑semester academic year (the published academic calendar shows two semesters and multiple quarters). Where only an annual figure is published, a per‑semester fee can be calculated as half the annual tuition (annual ÷ 2): - Pre‑K per semester: USD 2,926 (approx.). - K–Gr 5 per semester: USD 8,402 (approx.). - Gr 6–8 per semester: USD 10,019 (approx.). - Gr 9–12 per semester: USD 10,469 (approx.). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school requires that all tuition and fees be paid in full by the stated deadlines; the school reserves the right to unenroll a student for unpaid financial obligations. Invoices are issued by the Finance Office. - The registration fee must be paid within one month of acceptance to secure the place. - The academic calendar shows a two‑semester year and four quarters; the per‑term (semester) amounts above use a two‑semester division. Actual invoice instalment options and deadlines are managed by the Finance Office and shown on school invoices. Boarding fees - Schutz American School is a day school; no full‑boarding or weekly‑boarding fee structure applies. Boarding fees are not applicable. Other costs and optional fees - Registration / enrolment fee (one‑time) and an annual infrastructure fee are charged in addition to tuition. Reported examples: Registration USD 989 (one‑time) and Infrastructure USD 1,412 (annual). - Bus/transport: a school bus service is available for a limited number of students for an additional fee; routes and fees are charged separately. - Uniforms and clothing: students are required to follow the school's clothing/uniform policy; uniforms must be purchased separately and are an additional cost to tuition. - Co‑curricular / extracurricular activities, specialist lessons, off‑campus trips, and some optional programs (e.g., specialized music or advanced sports) may incur additional charges. Transport, trips, camps and certain program fees are billed separately. - Local‑currency estimates and examples appear in regional school directory listings where annual fees are sometimes displayed in Egyptian pounds (EGP) alongside USD conversions. Reported local examples (for illustration) show EGP figures for each grade band in directory listings. Refund information - The reported registration fee is described by external listings as non‑refundable. - The school's tuition and enrollment policy states accounts must be settled by stated deadlines and that the school may withhold services or unenroll students for unpaid balances; specific refund terms for tuition (for mid‑year withdrawal or other circumstances) are not published in the publicly available handbook pages. Refunds, if any, are governed by the school's Finance Office policy and by the terms shown on the enrolment/fee invoice. Fee payment options - Invoices are issued by the Finance Office; payment arrangements and accepted payment methods (bank transfer, card, etc.) are managed through the Finance Office and indicated on invoices. - External directory listings commonly indicate fees quoted in USD (for international billing) and in EGP (for local billing). Specific accepted payment methods and the school's preferred bank account details are provided by the Finance Office on invoices. Summary note on available figures and effective year - The school's public pages confirm the presence of a registration requirement, the requirement to pay tuition by stated deadlines, that Schutz is a day school, and that the school operates two semesters per year. Exact numeric tuition and fee amounts for the 2026/27 academic year are not published on the school's publicly available finance/admissions pages. The numeric fee figures above are drawn from recent third‑party fee listings and directory summaries that report 2024/25–2025/26 fee levels (examples cited above). Use the Finance Office invoice and the school's formal fee schedule for final/official billed amounts and payment deadlines.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Foundation Stage uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, with Cambridge curriculum knowledge applied in classroom teaching. GEMS Academy Alexandria offers British School, IB School, and American School tracks. The IB continuum is available across nursery to high school (PP, PEI, and DP). German language is taught in upper grades (grades 7–9). ICT & E-learning are integrated across the school with interactive whiteboards and tablets; the library, on-site doctors, transportation and a canteen support student welfare and learning.	Curriculum details Schutz American School offers a U.S.-based, college-preparatory education from Early Childhood through Grade 12. It is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MAS). Schutz is a U.S. Accredited College, Preparatory School and is certified as an IB School, with the International Baccalaureate curriculum described as rigorous and college-preparatory. The high school Pathway Program emphasizes growth through co-curricular activities; growth projects for grades 9–12 are not graded and do not earn academic credit, and may involve clubs, internships or service activities. Graduation outcomes show that 100% of graduates enroll in four-year colleges, with destinations across the United States, United Kingdom/Europe, Canada, and Egypt/MENA.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Schutz reports that 100% of its graduates enroll in four-year colleges. Destinations include universities in the USA, the UK and Europe, Canada, and Egypt/MENA, such as New York University, Emory University, UC Berkeley, University of Bristol, University of Manchester, University of Toronto, The American University in Cairo, and Coventry University Cairo.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Admission Process: New families are welcomed to complete a student application form and tour the facilities. If you live outside of Egypt, information is provided by telephone or email and the student application form is emailed accordingly. The school has two divisions: an IGCSE British Division (including EYFS) and an IB French Division. After submission, the registrar will contact you to schedule a 1:1 student assessment with a teacher to gauge your child's academic level; during the assessment you may meet the School Principal to discuss questions about school life. Please bring your child's previous report cards for review. If accepted, the registrar will provide full enrollment details. To guarantee a place, registration fees must be paid within 10 days after notification of acceptance and all necessary paperwork must be submitted. Online Admission is available; upon arrival you will receive a private campus tour along with the interview.	Admissions 1. Submit all application requirements by email or in person. This action initiates the Schutz American School admissions process. The next step involves a student assessment and parent interview. 2. Visit SAS for student assessment and parent interview. Prekindergarten and kindergarten applicants meet with an SAS educator. Grade 1-12 applicants take the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessment in math and reading. Parents meet with the divisional principal. 3. Admissions Team reviews application and assessment results. Further information may be requested as needed. This step determines whether the applicant advances toward an admission decision. The decision will move to step 4. 4. Admissions Coordinator notifies family of admissions decision. If accepted, family receives an offer of acceptance. The notice is sent to the family. 5. Family accepts the Enrollment acceptance or declines in writing by email to the Admission Coordinator. To secure the space, the registration fee must be paid within one month of acceptance. If the registration fee is not received by the deadline, the acceptance will be rescinded. 6. Further information is shared by the Admissions Office regarding orientation and the start of school, and by the Finance Office regarding tuition and fees. Families receive communications detailing next steps. The information helps families prepare for the start of the school year.
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