Majesty International Schools vs The Royal British International School

	M Majesty International Schools Cairo, Egypt	T The Royal British International School Cairo, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 75,000 - 175,000	Fees / year EGP 80,000 - 184,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 342
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2019	Opened 2019
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Plot(1-2), ElKhamayel Phase lll, Gate 6, 26th of July Corridor, 6th of October City, Egypt. The campus is state-of-the-art with spacious Early Childhood classrooms, fully-equipped science labs, a library, ICT labs, music and art rooms, and athletic facilities including a PE room, outdoor pool, soccer field, and basketball court. The campus also has a full-time doctor in the on-site clinic. Transportation is provided to ensure students get home safely.	Location Located in the centre of New Cairo's Residential Area. The campus is in New Cairo City, Cairo, Egypt, within a central residential district. Visitors can find directions via the Find us on Maps link.
Stages	Stages Foundation Stage; British School (Years 1–12, Cambridge Pathway KS1–KS4); American School (Grade 1–12).	Stages EYFS, Primary, and Secondary
School type	School type Independent day school offering British and American curriculums.	School type British international school delivering the British National Curriculum
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Remedial program to reinforce and strengthen knowledge; ESL (English as a Second Language) program; Learning Support with Push-in and Pull-out models.	Additional learning support Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy is in place.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Egypt	Country affiliation British
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Islamic or Christian, as per student background	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Foundation Stage day includes arrival and warm welcome, circle time, learning centers, outdoor play, snack/lunch, and pickup.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The school provides transportation for students.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & assessment fees - Application fee: EGP 3,500 (non‑refundable). - Assessment fee (where required): EGP 5,000 (non‑refundable). - Registration fee on acceptance: EGP 15,000 (non‑refundable one‑time payment; payable within 48 working hours of acceptance). Siblings of an existing student receive 50% off the registration fee. Tuition fees — American curriculum (Academic year 2026/2027) - Grade 1–2: Annual tuition EGP 148,000. Payment may be made in five instalments of EGP 29,600 each. Instalment schedule shown: 1st instalment (5 days after acceptance), 2nd instalment (July 1–15), 3rd instalment (September 1–15), 4th instalment (November 1–15), 5th instalment (January 1–15). Sibling discount on tuition: 1st sibling 10%; 2nd sibling 5%; 3rd sibling 5%; 4th sibling 5%. - Grade 3–6: Annual tuition EGP 157,000. Payment in five instalments of EGP 31,400 each (same instalment dates as above). - Grade 7–9: Annual tuition EGP 160,000. Payment in five instalments of EGP 32,000 each (same instalment dates as above). - Grade 10–12: Annual tuition EGP 175,000. Payment in five instalments of EGP 35,000 each (same instalment dates as above). Tuition fees — British curriculum (published for 2025/2026 where 2026/27 figures are not published) - Early years / Kindergarten and primary through secondary annual fees (2025/2026 published figures): - Age 3 / K1: Annual tuition EGP 75,000. - Age 4 / K2: Annual tuition EGP 98,000. - Age 5 / K3: Annual tuition EGP 110,000. - Grade 1: Annual tuition EGP 123,250. - Grade 2: Annual tuition EGP 123,250. - Grade 3: Annual tuition EGP 130,875. - Grade 4: Annual tuition EGP 130,875. - Grade 5: Annual tuition EGP 130,875. - Grade 6: Annual tuition EGP 130,875. - Grade 7: Annual tuition EGP 133,375. - Grade 8: Annual tuition EGP 133,375. - Grade 9: Annual tuition EGP 133,375. - Grade 10: Annual tuition EGP 141,000. - Grade 11: Annual tuition EGP 141,000. - Grade 12: Annual tuition EGP 141,000. Billing schedule & payment terms - Instalment timetable and due windows (American curriculum example): 1st instalment due within 5 days after acceptance; subsequent instalments due in fixed windows (July 1–15, September 1–15, November 1–15, January 1–15). Failure to pay instalments on time can result in cancellation of promotional offers and may affect enrollment terms. - 5% discount applies for payment of the full yearly tuition in advance if paid before July 1. - Transportation (bus) fees: 50% of the transportation fee must be paid with the first instalment and the remaining 50% with the second instalment. External exams, school trips, camps and after‑school activity fees are not included in the announced tuition. Uniforms are obligatory for all students. - Academic resources and activity fees are due in full with the third instalment; the specific amount for these items is set separately. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Boarding is offered and an annual boarding fee is listed by external school directories as EGP 70,000 per year. (Boarding is noted by third‑party international school listings for the school). Other costs and recurring charges - Uniform: Uniform is obligatory; cost is charged separately (uniform cost amount is not published on the fee materials). External examinations, school trips, camps, and after‑school activities are charged in addition to tuition. Academic resources / activity fees are charged with the third instalment; the amount is determined separately. Transportation (bus) is charged separately and paid 50% with the first instalment and 50% with the second instalment. Sibling concessions apply to registration fees and to tuition as indicated above. Refunds and non‑refundable items - The application, assessment and registration fees are non‑refundable. The registration fee is specified as non‑refundable and payable within 48 working hours of acceptance. Offers tied to instalment plans may be canceled if instalments are not paid on time. No separate full‑tuition refund schedule is published in the school's fee materials available for these academic years. Fee payment options - Instalment billing windows and due dates are published for the American curriculum and general payment terms are published, but the school's publicly posted fee materials do not list specific payment channels (for example, explicit bank account details, card payment processors, or online payment portal instructions are not published in the fee documents provided). Contact the school administration directly to confirm accepted payment methods and to obtain the exact bank or card payment instructions.	Fee details Application & registration fees - Application (assessment) fee: EGP 3,000–3,500 payable to begin the admissions process. - Registration (placement) deposit/fee: EGP 15,000–18,000 payable within five days of acceptance to secure the place. Tuition fees (annual and per term by year group) Note: Tuition is invoiced and payable in three equal instalments (termly). The school schedules these instalments in June, September and December. Annual figures below are taken from published fee listings; per-term figures are the annual amount divided into three equal instalments. - Early years / Pre‑KG / KG1: - Annual tuition: EGP 80,000 – 190,000. - Per term (three equal instalments): EGP 26,667 – 63,333. - Foundation Stage 1 – Foundation Stage 2 (FS1 – FS2): - Annual tuition: EGP 138,000 – 214,000. - Per term: EGP 46,000 – 71,333. - Year 1 – Year 2: - Annual tuition: EGP 165,000 – 273,000. - Per term: EGP 55,000 – 91,000. - Years 3 – 9: - Annual tuition: EGP 184,000 – 264,000. - Per term: EGP 61,333 – 88,000. - Years 10 – 12 (IGCSE / A‑Level years): - Annual tuition: EGP 175,000 (published figure); separate external examination entry fees and subject-specific costs may apply in addition to tuition. - Per term: EGP 58,333. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is payable in three equal instalments; scheduled instalment months are June, September and December. - The registration/placement fee is payable promptly after an offer (the school requires registration payment no later than five days post‑acceptance). Late payment may attract interest or require advance payment for subsequent years as a condition of continued enrolment. Parents are personally liable for timely payment of all fees. Boarding / day provision - The Royal British International School operates as a day school. There is no published boarding provision; a school bus service is provided for student transport. Other costs and typical extras - School bus / transportation: EGP 32,000 – 40,000 (annual, depending on route). - Books and learning resources: EGP 9,000 – 12,800 (estimated annual range noted in published listings). - Uniforms: uniform is required; parents should budget for initial uniform set and seasonal replacements (no fixed published uniform price was listed). - Devices / ICT: from Year 6 upward students use school‑issued or personal tablets for much of the curriculum; families should expect device or accessory costs and occasional software or licence charges. - Examination fees: external exam entry charges (IGCSE, A‑Level, Pearson/Edexcel/Cambridge/AQA) are charged in addition to tuition and vary by subject and examining body. Budget for per‑subject exam fees in upper secondary. - Additional extras that may incur charges: extracurricular clubs/academies, specialist tuition, medical or clinic charges for treatments not covered by the school clinic, and optional trips. Refund information - If a refund of tuition is requested before the school year starts, a 10% deduction applies. - No refunds are provided after the start of Term 2. - Refund requests must be submitted in writing to the school administration and will be processed after receipt of required documentation. Fee payment options - Accepted methods for paying tuition: cash, Visa (credit/debit card) and bank transfer. - The school may require specific local currency handling; parents should confirm currency and payment cut‑offs when arranging transfers. Important notes for parents (practical facts only) - Published annual tuition figures appear in public school listings and directories; the school collects tuition in three equal instalments. Additional mandatory charges (registration, transport, books, exam entries) are billed separately. Parents should budget for both tuition and these recurring extras.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details British and American curriculums are offered. Cambridge Primary is used for KS1 (Years 1–2), including English, Mathematics, Science, and Global Perspectives. The American pathway uses the Carnegie Unit System with 120 contact hours per credit and a 26-credit graduation requirement, including four English Language Arts, four Mathematics, four Science (two with labs), four Social Studies, four credits in practical and technical arts, two foreign language credits (German or French), three credits in fine and performing arts, and one credit in physical education, social and emotional health and safety. The school is an exam venue for Cambridge, Edexcel, and Oxford Assessments. ESL support is available for English language learners.	Curriculum details EYFS & Primary Curriculum: Our youngest learners follow the Early Years Foundation Stage with strong emphasis on play, early childhood development and interpersonal skills. They progress to KS1 and KS2, where the National Curriculum of England underpins learning, with adjustments made to fit our local context and international culture. Secondary Curriculum: In Key Stage Three we implement the British National Curriculum, with English, Mathematics, Science, Art and Design, French or German, Humanities (including Global Perspectives), Music, Physical Education and Computing. Egyptian students study the Egyptian Ministry of Education Curriculum in Arabic, Religion and Social Studies; other students study Arabic as a foreign language. From Year 10, five IGCSE subjects are chosen, followed by up to two AS levels in Year 11 and potential A levels in Year 12 (Year 13 optional). Assessment in secondary includes Cognitive Ability Tests in Years 7 and 10, formal internal examinations at the end of each term, Year 9 sit the Pearson iLower Secondary Examinations in May, and IGCSEs at the end of Years 10 and 11 with AS/A levels in Years 11 and 12.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IGCSE Top in the World (November 2025); iLower Pearson Top Achiever (November 2025).
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates destinations include Sunderland University; University of the West of England (UWE Bristol); American University in Cairo; German University of Cairo; University of Liverpool; University of Hertfordshire; Coventry University; European Universities in Egypt; EU Business School in Barcelona; Gisma University of Applied Sciences, among others.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Academy Pathways: The Artist Within and The Athlete Within for Years 3–12, offering specialized elective experiences with a dedicated weekly time slot to nurture talents. Pathways are supported by highly trained coaches and mentors and include Golf, Squash, Padel, Football, Basketball, Ballet, Art, Music and MUN.
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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 —
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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
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Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school has rolling admission throughout the academic year. Majesty International Schools accepts students starting from Pre Foundation Stage (Pre-K) at 2.6 years. The school offers two divisions: a British School (Year 1 to 12) and an American School (Grade 1 to 12). The Admissions Department oversees the admissions process, including receipt of application forms, arrangements for assessments, and interviews with the Principal and the relevant Head of School. All new students must complete the application form. The Application Process is: 1. Complete and email the student Application form; 2) Admission Team will contact you; 3) Schedule an appointment for the Admission Assessment; 4) Pay a non-refundable Application fee of 3500 EGP; 5) Schedule an appointment for the Parents' interview. Required documents are: Child's digital Birth Certificate; 10 passport-size photos; Copy of each parent's/guardian's ID; Last Academic Report from previous school; Official transfer documents from relevant Educational Directorate; Copy of parent's Graduation certification.	Admissions 1. Visit for a campus tour and meet Admissions staff. Appointments are by Hotline 15065 or mobile numbers +20 1030303087, +20 1030303089, +20 1030666033. Admission is based on academic achievement, not age, with priority to siblings and to those from aligned schools. Admissions consider academic aptitude, space, and application date; other factors vary by case. 2. Submit the enrollment application and required documents on campus. Applications are accepted throughout the year subject to space. For Years 1–2, the Lower Primary Principal evaluates Foundation Stage and Year 1–2; Years 3–12 take CAT4 online in Literacy and Numeracy. 3. Submit required documents on the day of the assessment; remaining documents follow acceptance. Documents include Original Birth Certificate – computer generated (Egyptian Students); Photocopy of Passport (Non-Egyptian Students); Photocopy of the Father's ID; Photocopy of the Mother's ID; 6 Recent Personal Size Photographs; Applicant's Behavioural Reference Letter; Original Academic Records/Reports; Stamped attendance statement from previous schools starting from Year/Grade One. Additional copies may be requested. 4. Within Egypt transfers require a sequential MoE promotion certificate and a stamped School Transfer Certificate; Electronic Transfer from the previous school; MoE admissions letter for foreign students. 5. Transferring from abroad requires attendance statement; previous reports stamped by MoE and MoFA; MoE admissions letter for Egyptians and foreign students. 6. Tuition refunds: 10% deduction if requested before the year starts; no refunds after Term 2. Refunds are processed after a written request. If the school cancels a term, a full refund is issued; if the student cancels, no refund. A non-refundable Registration Fee applies; the first instalment is required in May to secure a place. 7. Apply Now: The online admissions form starts with Student Information and runs in four steps. The form is available on the admissions page. JavaScript must be enabled to complete the form.
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