GEMS International School Cairo vs Hayah International Academy

	G GEMS International School Cairo Cairo, Egypt	H Hayah International Academy Cairo, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 122,243 - 184,831	Fees / year EGP 135,000 - 160,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,400	Pupils 1,320
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Arabic
Opened	Opened 2022	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Al Rehab Extension, Zone 8, New Cairo, Egypt. The campus is in the New Cairo area.	Location Main campus in New Cairo, South of Police Academy 5th District, New Cairo, Egypt 11835. There is also Hayah West in Sheikh Zayed City.
Stages	Stages Early Years; Elementary; Middle-High School.	Stages PYP (PS–G5); MYP (G6–G10); DP/AD (G11–G12)
School type	School type IB World School offering PYP, MYP, and DP and the American International Curriculum; international day school.	School type Private international school; IB Diploma and American High School Diploma
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Support and Inclusion Department; SEN Specialists include Alaa Lasheen and Noha Thabet.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Egypt
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Ramadan working hours: 8:30 to 2:00.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Option Travel provides bus transport for all students; 300+ buses with GPS tracking, pick-up/drop-off notifications, and speed control; well-trained drivers and bus supervisors. Contact 01033715744 or [email protected].	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Assessment Fees - Application fee: EGP 1,700 (one-off payable at application). - Assessment fee: An assessment fee is required to confirm an assessment/booking for entry; this must be settled before the assessment takes place. - Re-registration / enrolment deposit for returning students: EGP 15,000 (one-off at re-enrolment). Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - Pre-K / KG1–KG2: EGP 122,243 per year. - Grade 1–2: EGP 152,635 per year. - Grade 3–5: EGP 167,845 per year. - Grade 6–9: EGP 184,831 per year. Tuition fees per term (three-term billing - equal instalments) - Per-term amounts (three equal terms) are: 1) Pre-K / KG1–KG2: EGP 40,748 per term; 2) Grade 1–2: EGP 50,879 per term; 3) Grade 3–5: EGP 55,948 per term; 4) Grade 6–9: EGP 61,610 per term. The school operates a three-term academic year. Billing schedule and payment terms - First school payment is required within 7 days of receiving the formal Enrollment Offer Letter. - Invoices are issued electronically; families receive a payment link via message/email and may pay online using the link. Payment can be made by credit/debit card (Visa and MasterCard in EGP) or via the school's installment options offered through the online payment process. - Transport fees (if purchased) require a down payment to secure a seat; the remainder is payable in scheduled instalments (transport down payment adjustable against the first instalment; remainder payable in two instalments, typically timed around the start of the academic year and mid-term). Term dates and term lengths follow the school academic calendar. Boarding fees - Boarding facilities are not offered; the school operates as a day school with on-campus academic and co-curricular facilities and an optional school transport service. Other costs and typical additional fees - School transport: Bus fares are offered as an optional paid service; published local summaries show a typical range of EGP 20,500–27,500 for annual bus service (route and exact fare depend on pick-up/drop-off location). The bus service is charged as an annual fee with a down payment and instalment schedule. - Uniforms and school clothing: Uniforms are purchased through the school's authorised online supplier (shopping4school), with individual item pricing shown on that supplier's online store. Families buy required pieces (uniform set, PE kit, etc.) through the online shop. - Other standard extras commonly charged: optional after-school activities / clubs, school trips, examination fees for external qualifications (where applicable in upper years), books/learning resources, and individual consumables; these are charged in addition to tuition when applicable. (Transport and activity billing follows the school's invoicing schedule.) Refunds and cancellations - Refunds are processed only through the original mode of payment used for the transaction. The school maintains a refund and cancellation policy for online payments and related transactions. Fee payment options and accepted methods - Online credit/debit card payments (Visa and MasterCard) in EGP via the school's secure payment link. Installment payment options are available through the online payment flow. Families receive invoice links by email/SMS and use the online gateway to pay. Important administrative notes on payments - Transport enrolment is confirmed only after payment of the transport down payment and any required re-enrolment deposit; transport fees are not refundable once the service has been used for any period. Transport payments are typically split into scheduled instalments covering the full academic year. - The school requires the initial payment to be made promptly after the offer and uses electronic invoicing; families should ensure payments are made by the requested due dates to secure enrolment and transportation places.	Fee details Application & assessment fees - Reregistration / admission charges: a one‑off reregistration fee of EGP 15,000 is applied at Hayah International Academy West. - Assessment fee: an assessment/placement fee of EGP 600 is charged at Hayah International Academy West. Tuition fees (annual, by year group) - Preschool (Early Years): EGP 135,000 (annual). - KG1: EGP 160,000 (annual). - (Earlier published tuition guidance for Hayah shows comparable annual starting amounts reported elsewhere: Pre‑School EGP 127,000 and KG1–2 EGP 152,000 in a prior listing.) Tuition — per term / billing detail - Hayah issues school tuition as an annual amount; families can choose to settle tuition in full or on instalment programs supported by the school. Instalment options include monthly instalments through the school's e‑invoice/PayFort link, ValU monthly plans, and bank‑card instalments (CIB 12‑month 0% interest plan for eligible cardholders). Payments can also be made by cash, cheque or card at the school cashier, or by bank transfer/deposit to the school account. Accounts office hours are available Sunday–Thursday mornings and early afternoons for in‑person settlement. - When invoices are issued on a term basis, the per‑term amount equals the published annual tuition divided by the number of billed instalments on the invoice; families selecting monthly instalments will see the annual tuition spread across the chosen instalment schedule. Boarding / residential provision - Hayah International Academy operates as a day school; no boarding fees apply because the school does not offer boarding facilities. Other costs and recurring extras - School bus (transport): the school offers bus/transport services; transport is charged separately from tuition (amounts are route‑dependent and published to families at registration). - Uniform: students are required to wear the school uniform; uniform costs are charged separately and are not included in the headline tuition figures. - Books, activities and resources: at the Hayah West campus, books, activities and resources are included within the published tuition for that campus. - Extra curricular trips, specialist exams, external examination fees (IB/American external exam costs), elective course charges, optional after‑school activities and some field trips are invoiced separately when applicable. Refunds and cancellations - Refunds are processed only through the original mode of payment used for the transaction. Online payment terms state that refunds are returned by the same payment channel that was used. Fee payment options and payment terms - Accepted payment channels: online e‑invoice with PayFort (credit card full payment or instalments for specific banks), ValU instalment plans, in‑person cash/cheque/credit card at the school cashier, and bank transfer/deposit to the school account. Specific online instalment schemes work with CIB, Alexandria, Al‑Tijari Wafa, Al‑Mashreq, EmiratesNBD, Alex Bank and Bank Misr; CIB cardholders may access a 12‑month 0% instalment plan where eligible. Accounts staff handle payments during weekday school hours. - Credit‑card handling: some card payments may incur a handling fee; instalment interest/fees depend on the chosen provider and card issuer instalment program. Summary of the fee schedule provided above - Annual tuition figures by year group are the published headline amounts available from current school listings; the school provides multiple payment choices (full payment, monthly instalments, third‑party finance partners) and charges separate, specific fees for registration/assessment and for transport, uniform, and optional activities where applicable. Note: the figures above are the latest published annual tuition and fee items available from current school listings and campus notices; specific per‑term invoice values and some one‑off charges (for example transport route charges, exact uniform package pricing, and certain exam/IB external fees) are issued directly to families at registration and on invoicing documents.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP). From Pre-K to G11.	Curriculum details IB continuum: PYP (PS–G5); MYP (G6–G10); DP/AD (G11–G12). The IB Diploma Programme or the American High School Diploma are offered. Fifteen cohorts have graduated with a 99% pass rate.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Fifteen cohorts have graduated with the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the American High School Diploma at a 99% pass rate; alumni have been proudly accepted in top local and international universities.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Alumni have been accepted in top local and international universities.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
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 —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
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 —
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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 1. Provide details by filling the Interest Form for our admission team to contact you with further details. The team will contact you to discuss your child's needs and the next steps. This initial contact sets expectations and timelines for the application. You can expect a follow-up from the admissions team after submission. 2. Download and fill out the GISC Application Form to share with our admission team in person or by email. The form collects information about the student and family. The admissions team will acknowledge receipt and guide you toward the next steps. You will receive a reply with further instructions. 3. Submit the required documents, see the Required Documents section below. Submit the documents listed in the Required Documents section. The documents are reviewed by the admissions team as part of the decision process. If additional information is needed, the team will request it. 4. You will receive a call from our admissions' team to book your child's assessment date from the available assessment slots according to his/her grade level. The team will propose suitable dates and times. Families should select a slot that works and confirm. The admissions team will provide details about the assessment day. 5. Settle the assessment fees to confirm your booking. Pay the assessment fees to confirm the booking. The admissions team will provide payment details. After payment, the booking is secured. 6. Attend with your child for the assessment and the family interview on the scheduled date. The assessment procedures vary by grade level. The family interview allows the school to understand the child's needs and goals. Please arrive on time with required documents. 7. Successful students will be contacted within 72 hours from the assessment date. The notification will include whether enrollment is offered and next steps. Families should monitor email and phone for a response. The admissions team may request additional information if needed. 8. You will need to make your first school payment within 7 days from receiving the Enrollment Offer Letter. The Enrollment Offer Letter will outline the due date. Payment confirms enrollment and secures the place. Late payment may affect enrollment.	Admissions Admissions: Hayah International Academy is currently accepting applications for Grades 6, 10 and 11 for the 2026/2027 academic year. Applicants who submitted before January 20, 2026, will be contacted with further information. Apply online via the admission form by selecting “Hayah, MS/HS” from the SCHOOL dropdown menu at https://forms.rediker.com/HayahInternational. The admissions office will contact applicants to schedule an assessment date and time. On assessment day, submit: two recent passport-size photos; birth certificate copy (Egyptian students); passport copy (non-Egyptian and Egyptian students if available); copies of both parents' IDs; the most recent report card for the current academic year (2025/2026); end-of-year reports for the past two academic years; a completed Confidential Reference Form (to be filled out by the School Principal for grades 6–11); and the High School Transcript (for students transferring from an American school system to grades 10–11). Applicants applying to Grades 6, 10 or 11 from abroad should email the admissions office for the application form and the office will guide them through the process. Address: Hayah International Academy, South of Police Academy, 5th District, New Cairo, 11835, Egypt.
Scholarships	Scholarships The Egypt Education Platform (EEP) Scholarship Program offers a range of scholarships to recognize exceptional student achievement. The program includes the Academic Scholarship, the Co-Curricular Scholarship, the Top Attendance Scholarship, the Academic University Award, and the Study Abroad Scholarship. Each scholarship offers the chance to receive financial support, industry mentorship, and access to the GIS network. The Academic Scholarship rewards academic excellence; the Co-Curricular Scholarship recognizes talents in arts, sports, and various other areas; the Top Attendance Scholarship recognizes consistent attendance; the Academic University Award supports top graduates pursuing higher education at prestigious institutions; and the Study Abroad Scholarship provides a financial award to outstanding students to study abroad.	Scholarships Scholars: Hayah International Academy participates in the EEP Study Abroad University Scholarship program. The scholarship provides up to 20% of the first-year tuition, up to 250,000 EGP or 4,000 GBP per student, for up to three outstanding graduating students across the British and IB streams who have been admitted to prestigious universities abroad. British Stream eligibility includes strong performance (A/A* in at least 3 A‑Level exams and A*/A or 9/8 in at least 8 GCSE/IGCSE exams), leadership and service, attendance of at least 90%, and confirmation of placement at a prestigious university (usually within the Times World University Rankings top 50). IB Stream eligibility requires an unconditional university placement, Final IB score of 40+ with strong DP performance, strong extracurriculars and leadership, attendance of at least 90%, and successful interview with the school's Diploma Programme Committee, plus a compelling personal statement. The scholarship process may involve an interview and submission of a personal statement. The EEP framework also provides access to additional university scholarships, discounts, and incentives across partner universities. .
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