Maadi British International School vs The British International School

	M Maadi British International School Cairo, Egypt	T The British International School Cairo, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 150 - 63,000	Fees / year EGP 6,720 - 15,615
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 340	Pupils 1,059
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Arabic
Opened	Opened 1995	Opened 1976
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Maadi British International School is located in the 4th District Zahraa Al Maadi, Cairo, Egypt. The campus sits in a quiet area of the city with three main buildings and facilities including a large two-storey auditorium, indoor heated swimming pool, astroturf playing field, two multi‑purpose PE courts, an athletics track, science laboratories, two ICT suites, two music rooms, a drama studio, a large library with over 20,000 books and an on‑site cafeteria.	Location Km 38, Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road, Beverly Hills, 6th of October City, Egypt, 12451. Postal Address: PO Box 137, Gezira, Cairo, Egypt.
Stages	Stages Ages 2-18; Early Years Foundation Stage (2-5), Key Stage 1 (5-7), Key Stage 2 (7-11), Secondary School (11-18), and 6th Form (Year 12-13, 16-18).	Stages Foundation Stage; Junior; Senior; Sixth Form
School type	School type British international school following the English National Curriculum; Edexcel GCSE/IGCSE and Cambridge/Edexcel A‑Levels; English is the language of instruction with subject offerings including Arabic, Spanish and French as part of the curriculum.	School type Non-profit British international co-educational day school established in 1976
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Ages 2-18; students from over 70 countries; over 330 students.	Pupil nationality mix Over 50 nationalities represented; around 1,059 students.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Inclusion Department provides Special Learning Needs and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British/UK affiliated; follows the English National Curriculum.	Country affiliation Egypt
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school week runs Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 to 14:30, with After School Activities for Years 1–13 from 14:45 to 15:45.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The transportation service is provided through a local bus company; bus monitors accompany students on journeys. Service areas include Maadi, Zamalek, New Cairo, 6th October and Heliopolis; 14-seat buses are used and travel is charged separately.	Bus service details The school provides a safe, reliable transport service covering areas in Cairo and Giza, including Dokki, Agouza, Mohandessin, Giza, Pyramids Road, Shabramant, Hadayek Al Ahram; Zamalek, Garden City/Manial, Maadi, Zahraa Al Maadi, Heliopolis, Nasr City; October City, Sheikh Zayed, Beverly Hills, Cairo/Alex Desert Road; First Settlement (Tagamoaa), Fifth Settlement, Rehab, Kattameya in New Cairo. Bus routes may change. Buses have seat belts, a supervisor with mobile phone, air conditioning, GPS, and Foundation Stage car seats. Transport forms are provided at admission; contact Transport Manager Mr Ashraf Gad at [email protected]
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Application fee on admission: GBP 150 (non-refundable) for Primary and Secondary admissions for the 2025–2026 published schedule. A registration fee is payable at points of admission; the published Registration Fee is GBP 5,750 (payable once only). The Registration Fee is not refundable. The Registration Fee is waived for pupils joining Years 11, 12 and 13 for 2025–2026. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term amounts) - Early Years — Pre-Foundation: Annual tuition GBP 5,900; per term (one-third) GBP 1,966.67. - Early Years — Foundation Stage 1: Annual tuition GBP 7,250; per term GBP 2,416.67. - Primary School (Foundation Stage 2 – Year 6): Annual tuition GBP 12,000; per term GBP 4,000. Additional one‑off Registration Fee GBP 5,750 where applicable. Application Fee GBP 150; Leavers' Academic Assessment Fee (if applicable) GBP 150. - Secondary School (Year 7 – Year 13): Application Fee GBP 150; Registration Fee GBP 5,750 where applicable; Leavers' Academic Assessment Fee (if applicable) GBP 150. - Years 7–9: Annual tuition GBP 13,900; per term GBP 4,633.33. - Years 10–13: Annual tuition GBP 14,250; per term GBP 4,750. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid annually or in three equal instalments (three equal payments of one-third of the annual tuition). Invoices for a new child are issued on acceptance of registration and are due prior to the first day of attendance. Children starting in the first half of a term pay the full term fee; those starting after half term pay 50% of that term's fee. A 10% discount is applied for the fourth child while four children are registered at the school. - Standard tuition instalment timing (invoices and due dates): - Payment 1: Invoices issued one month before the end of Term 3 of the current academic year; due one week before the start of Term 1. - Payment 2: Invoices issued one month before the end of Term 1; due one week before the start of Term 2. - Payment 3: Invoices issued one month before the end of the Spring Term; due one week before the start of Term 3. - Invoices must be paid by the due dates shown; places are not guaranteed until full payment is received. Reports and school records will not be issued while fees are outstanding; if fees are outstanding by more than one month, the pupil will not be permitted to attend class. Continued non-payment may result in legal collection action and additional costs charged to the family. Parents with extenuating circumstances may apply in writing to the Head of Corporate Services for exception. Bus / Transport fees and terms - Bus fees are charged per child per term in Egyptian Pounds and must be paid in EGP. Published per-term bus fees (2025–2026) are: - Maadi: EGP 18,000 per child per term. - New Cairo: EGP 20,000 per child per term. - Zamalek: EGP 20,000 per child per term. - Heliopolis: EGP 20,000 per child per term. - 6th of October: EGP 21,000 per child per term. - Bus fees are payable in EGP and can be paid in cash to the Cashier or by direct deposit/bank transfer to the school's Egyptian Pounds account; non-payment will result in the child not being permitted to travel by bus. The transport service is operated under contract; students are supervised by a bus monitor and monitored during journeys. Foundation children require an age-appropriate car seat for bus travel. Other charges and routine costs - School meals: On-site cafeteria operates a cashless system for most transactions; exact meal prices are managed by the caterer and paid through the cafeteria's pre-paid system. Parents may also provide packed lunches. - Music tuition: Charged separately; music lesson fees must be paid in cash directly to the Reception Office; lessons will be suspended if music fees are not paid by the end of the first week of the term's lessons. - Uniforms: Typical uniform item price ranges (in EGP) are published; examples include long-sleeved polo EGP 495–540, trousers EGP 395–440, short-sleeved polo EGP 325–415, PE items and jackets in similar price ranges. Uniforms are typically purchased from a local supplier (supplier details and order forms are published). Uniform purchases are normally paid in cash on delivery from the supplier. Refunds and special circumstances - Registration fees are non-refundable. Tuition fee refunds: in the event of a force majeure that causes withdrawal of a pupil, any fees already paid for the school year will not be refunded and any unpaid fees for that year will remain payable. The school defines force majeure to include events such as civil disturbance, acts of war, earthquakes, civil/political/military events, labour unrest, or extreme weather conditions. Accepted payment methods and bank details - Tuition fees: Payable in GBP by direct deposit or bank transfer to the school's Sterling account. The published bank details (Sterling Pounds account) are: - Bank: HSBC, New Maadi, Egypt; Account name: Maadi Egyptian British Cultural Society. - Sort Code: EBBKEGCX. - IBAN (Sterling Pounds account): EG260025000500000005002373126. Tuition payments by cash or cheque are not accepted. - Bus fees and other EGP charges: Payable in EGP and can be paid in cash to the Cashier or by direct deposit/bank transfer to the school's Egyptian Pounds account (IBAN: EG760025000500000005002373002). When paying by bank transfer, a copy of the deposit slip or transfer notice must be sent to the Finance Office for clearance; until confirmation is received, fees are considered outstanding. Music tuition is paid in cash to Reception. Consequences of non-payment and administrative notes - Places are not guaranteed until appropriate registration and fees are paid. The school will withhold reports and records for families with outstanding fees, restrict attendance for arrears over one month, and may refer persistent non-payment to legal counsel with recovery costs charged to the family. Requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing to the Head of Corporate Services.	Fee details School fee billing, schedule and discounts - Tuition is billed per term. The school operates three terms per year; tuition figures below are shown per term and the annual equivalent (three terms). - A 1% discount is applied where the whole-year invoice is paid in a single payment. - The registration payment must be made in cash equivalent in Egyptian pounds (EGP) prior to assessment/testing and is non-refundable. Application / Registration / Admissions - Registration fee (per application/assessment): GBP 300 — cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing (non-refundable). - For pupils accepted at entry, an admissions fee is payable once on entry where applicable; amounts by year group are listed below. Admissions fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees by school year (per term and annual total) - Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) - Tuition: GBP 2,140 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 6,420. - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) - Tuition: GBP 3,370 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 10,110. - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Years 1 to 6 - Tuition: GBP 4,485 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 13,455. - Admissions fee (payable once on entry): GBP 4,500 (non-refundable). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (applies Year 1–13). - Years 7 to 9 - Tuition: GBP 5,195 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 15,585. - Admissions fee (payable once on entry): GBP 5,195 (non-refundable). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Exam fee (Year 9 only): GBP 400. - Books' refundable deposit: GBP 50 payable once in Year 7 (or in Year 8/9 for late joiners as specified). - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (Year 1–13). - Years 10 & 11 - Tuition: GBP 5,275 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 15,825. - Admissions fee (payable once on entry): GBP 5,275 (non-refundable). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Exam fees: Year 10 — GBP 400; Year 11 — GBP 500. - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (Year 1–13). - Years 12 & 13 (Sixth Form / IB) - Tuition: GBP 5,595 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 16,785. - Admissions fee: Not applicable for students joining at Sixth Form (---). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Exam fees: Year 12 — GBP 400; Year 13 — GBP 800. - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (Year 1–13). Other one-off and recurring costs - Supply fees (one-off on entry, non-refundable) are shown above for the relevant year groups and are typically GBP 2,500 where listed. - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year for students Year 1–13. - Books' refundable deposit (as applicable for secondary entry): GBP 50 payable once in Year 7 (adjusted for late joiners as described). The refundable deposit arrangements for new entrants (refund on leaving BISC) are set out in the school's fee documentation. - Exam fees: indicated above where they apply to specific year groups (Year 9, Year 10, Year 11, Year 12, Year 13). - Uniform: Branded uniform items are available from the school uniform shop on campus; the shop lists current uniform requirements and opening times. (Costs vary by item.) Refunds and non-refundable items - Registration fees are non-refundable. Admissions fees and supply fees are payable once on entry and are non-refundable. - Refundable deposits (where charged for new entrants) are refunded on the day the child leaves BISC; the school's fees documentation sets out conditions and instalment options for this deposit. - Books' deposit (where charged) is shown as refundable under the specific terms given for Years 7–9 entry. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The British International School in Cairo is a co-educational day school; no boarding fees apply. Billing mechanics and admissions invoicing - At offer/acceptance the school invoices for supply and admissions fees, one term's tuition to reserve the place, and any refundable deposit required; those amounts secure the offered place. Fee payment options (high-level) - The registration payment is required in cash equivalent in EGP prior to assessment. The school maintains a formal Payment of School Fees Policy that governs invoicing and accepted payment channels; the policy and fees pages provide the billing terms, timing and discount rules. Typical school invoicing is by term, with the option to pay the full year to receive the 1% discount. Summary of the main per-term tuition figures (quick list) - FS1: GBP 2,140 per term (GBP 6,420 per year). - FS2: GBP 3,370 per term (GBP 10,110 per year). - Years 1–6: GBP 4,485 per term (GBP 13,455 per year). - Years 7–9: GBP 5,195 per term (GBP 15,585 per year). - Years 10–11: GBP 5,275 per term (GBP 15,825 per year). - Years 12–13 (Sixth Form): GBP 5,595 per term (GBP 16,785 per year). If you require these figures presented in a specific currency format or integrated into a database field layout, include the appropriate field names and I will format the entries to match your import specification.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details MBIS uses the English National Curriculum (ENC) as the basis for teaching and is an Edexcel centre delivering GCSE/IGCSE and A‑Level courses. The ENC directs what to teach while curriculum delivery defines how to teach. The Primary Integrated Curriculum uses thematically linked topics with Launch Pad and Landing Pad experiences to make learning engaging. In Secondary, Year 7–9 follow KS3 English National Curriculum in preparation for KS4, while Years 10–11 follow Edexcel GCSE courses leading to KS5 or other pathways. The A‑Level programme offers 14 subject choices including Spanish, French, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, History, Geography, Business, English, Computer Science and Art to prepare students for university anywhere. The primary and secondary curricula are described as creative, inquiry‑based and rigorous, with examples such as the Year 4 Lotions and Potions unit and a UK Independent Schools Inspectorate report praising the provision.	Curriculum details The British International School Cairo offers a British-style curriculum. Early Years uses the UK Foundation Stage Curriculum (FS1 & FS2). Junior School (Years 1–6) is based on the National Curriculum of England. Senior School (Years 7–11) leads to IGCSE examinations. Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers an academic or vocational pathway with extensive subject options in the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Smaller class sizes are emphasized to ensure more teacher time.	Student teacher ratio Typical class sizes in the Junior School are around 20 pupils, with a maximum class size of 24 pupils.
Exam results	Exam results For 2024 IGCSE examination results, 4-9 (C/A) 89%, 6-9 (B/A) 61%, and 7-9 (A*/A) 29%. For 2023, 4-9 86%, 6-9 66%, and 7-9 50%. External awards include 2023 Simone Maestrami – Highest Mark in Egypt (History) and 2022 Ester Lacoud – Highest Mark in Africa (French).	Exam results GCSE results show a mean A-A/9-7 of 67% in 2024 and 46% in 2023, and a mean A-C/9-4 of 89% in 2024 and 91% in 2023. IB results show a mean Diploma Points of 34 in 2024 and 33 in 2023, with mean Subject Points around 5.46 in 2024 and 5.38 in 2023. University destinations include universities such as University of California, Berkeley; University of British Columbia; American University Cairo; Kingston University; City University London; Boston University; Manchester University; Goldsmiths College; University of Toronto; Brock University; AUC; Heidelberg University; George Washington University; Queen Mary University of London; University of East Anglia; University College London; Oxford; University of Bath; New York University; and the University of Amsterdam.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school operates Edexcel GCSE and A‑Level pathways; the A‑Level programme covers 14 subject choices including Spanish, French, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, History, Geography, Business, English, Computer Science and Art to prepare students for university in any country.	Higher education progression Graduates go on to a wide range of universities worldwide, including U.S., U.K., Canada and beyond. Notable destinations include University of California, Berkeley; University of British Columbia; American University Cairo; University College London; Oxford; New York University; University of Edinburgh; University of Toronto; and others.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Junior School Gifted and Talented Coordinator is Ms C. Day.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. The school offers places to children with foreign nationality. The School Admissions Manager, Nancy Girgis, arranges a visit to MBIS; this includes a meeting with the Head of School, a tour of the site, and the handover of key documentation including an application package. The initial contact starts the enrolment process. 2. If a pre-visit is not possible, especially for families relocating to Cairo, email Nancy with any queries. 3. An entrance interview is scheduled after receipt of the completed application forms and the previous school report. MBIS is not academically selective; however, the school needs to ensure that the curriculum is appropriate to the child's needs. The assessments are age- and stage-appropriate: Foundation & Reception age children – classroom-based observation and a short phonics assessment (90 minutes); Year 1 & Year 2 age children – classroom-based observation; a short reading and writing assessment (90 minutes); Year 3 to Year 11 – an age-appropriate online assessment in reading and mathematics; a short writing task (90 minutes); If the child is new to English – short assessments in speaking, writing and reading; a short non-language based mathematics task (90 minutes). 4. An official offer of a place is made to parents, subject to availability. 5. Parents are invited to confirm the children's enrolment, after which the registration fee is requested. 6. Once the fee is paid, the place is secured. MBIS accepts enrolment applications across the year and places may be limited.	Admissions 1. The admissions process begins a year in advance of September admission. Before you fill in the online form, prepare the required documents: Parents' Egyptian IDs (Mother + Father) in PDF, Pupil Passport in PDF, and Previous school report in PDF. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The Admissions Department acknowledges receipt of each application and holds it on file for entry to the requested academic year. 2. The School accepts pupils for admission at the key entry points of Foundation Stage, Year 7, Year 10 and Year 12. Mid-year entry is not available for Year 11 and Year 13. 3. The Admissions Department oversees the following aspects of your child's admission: receipt of application forms, Open Morning appointments and school tours, arrangements for admissions assessments, interviews with the Principal and the relevant Head of School. 4. Assessments are scheduled subject to the availability of places. It is possible that an applicant will be assessed and offered a place on the waiting list. The registration fee must be settled on or before the date of the assessment. The registration fee is non-refundable and does not guarantee the offer of a place. 5. Foundation Stage uses classroom observation to assess ability; standardised CAT tests are used throughout the rest of the school to assess student ability. Places are offered subject to successful completion of the application procedures and of an academic entrance examination in English, Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning. A formal letter is issued with other necessary paperwork for your completion and return. 6. A term's fees (admissions fees) and supply fees are payable to reserve the place. You are invoiced for: Supply and Admissions Fees; One term's Tuition Fees; Refundable Deposit.
Scholarships	Scholarships Many of our students have been awarded scholarships.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Assessments are scheduled subject to place availability. It is possible that an applicant will be assessed and offered a place on the waiting list.
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