The British School of Elite Education vs The Royal British International School

	T The British School of Elite Education Cairo, Egypt	T The Royal British International School Cairo, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 167,000	Fees / year EGP 80,000 - 184,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 16 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, British 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, Arabic	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2019
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location District 4, Behind Shorouk Sports Club, Shorouk City, Cairo, Egypt 11837.	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 1 to IGIII. Preschool follows the EYFS framework; Key Stage 1-4 follows Cambridge standards with Cambridge Primary Checkpoint at the end of KS2; KS4 is based on the UK curriculum and uses IGCSE.	Stages EYFS, Primary, and Secondary
School type	School type The school is a British international school in Cairo offering an international British curriculum.	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 —	Additional learning support Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy is in place.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation British
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & one‑time fees - Application (assessment) fee: EGP 1,200. - Book fees (annual): EGP 10,000. - Activity fees (annual): EGP 10,000. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term) - Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) — Annual: EGP 110,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 36,667 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded). - Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) — Annual: EGP 122,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 40,667 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded). - Grade 1–3 — Annual: EGP 137,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 45,667 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded). - Year 4–6 — Annual: EGP 153,500. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 51,167 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded). - Grade 7–9 — Annual: EGP 163,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 54,333 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded). - Grade 10 — Annual: EGP 168,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 56,000 per term (annual ÷ 3). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school requires payment of the assessment/entry fee to access the assessment calendar and requires settlement of the first tuition instalment to complete registration. Instalment payment is part of the admissions/registration process. - Term amounts above are shown as an equal three‑term split of the published annual tuition to give per‑term figures (annual tuition ÷ 3, rounded). The school's admissions information confirms that a first tuition instalment is required at registration; detailed instalment percentages or alternative billing plans (annual/biannual/termly with differing percentages) are managed through the school's finance/admissions process. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as a service or fee for this school; available facilities are described as a day‑school offering (including bus transport) rather than boarding accommodation. No boarding fee is published. Other recurring or one‑off costs - Book pack: EGP 10,000 (annual). - Activity fees: EGP 10,000 (annual). - Uniform: not published as a fixed fee in the publicly available materials; uniform purchases are typically billed separately through the school or approved suppliers. - Examination fees (external exam boards such as Cambridge/Edexcel/AQA) and other exam-related charges are set by the examining bodies and may be billed in addition to the tuition and activity/book fees. Refund information - The school's publicly available admissions information requires the initial tuition instalment at registration; no separate public tuition refund policy or detailed refund schedule is published in the publicly available fee materials. Refunds and withdrawal terms are handled through the school's finance/admissions office according to the school's internal policies. Fee payment options - The school provides a cashless top‑up/payment portal for parents (the school lists a cashless top‑up service). Payments and invoicing are administered through the school's finance/parent portals. - Specific payment methods (card, bank transfer, direct debit) are managed by the school's finance office and payment portal; parents use the school's approved payment channels. For assessment and registration the admissions process references settlement of the required instalment through the school's stated payment methods. (Notes: Annual tuition figures and one‑time charges listed above are the published tuition/book/activity figures reported in the school's publicly shared materials for the 2025/26 period and related published brochures. Per‑term figures are provided here as an equal three‑term division of the published annual tuition to supply per‑term amounts for database use.)	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 The Cambridge international curriculum forms the basis of the BSEE curriculum from Foundation Stage 1 to IGIII, with the secondary curriculum following Cambridge IGCSE. KS1 follows Cambridge standards in English, Numeracy, Science and Global Perspectives. Arabic is taught and integrated into the daily curriculum. Specialist lessons include Second Language, Music, Art, Computing, Arabic, Religion and Physical Education. In KS2, students sit Cambridge Primary Checkpoint exams in English, Mathematics, Science and Cambridge Global Perspectives. The secondary curriculum is UK-based, following the British National Curriculum and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) for examinations.	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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio The school provides a low student-to-teacher ratio.	Student teacher ratio —
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 The school prepares students for higher education at top universities in Egypt and around the world.	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 —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
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 1. Admissions are open for the 2026/2027 academic year. Apply Now via elite-portal.com. 2. The Apply Now link leads to an online admissions portal for submitting applications. 3. Inquiries can be submitted through the online Inquiry Form on the Elite Portal, which collects name, address, phone number, email, how the family heard about the school, and the year level. 4. to 2:00 p.m.	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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