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Cairo is home to 55 international schools, offering families a range of curricula and price points to choose from.
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International Kingdom College (IKC) is an extension of the Dar El Tarbiah Schools Educational Establishment in 6th October City, Giza, Egypt. It opened in September 2021 to provide British Education from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4, serving students aged 3 to 18. IKC offers a British Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and also includes an American Curriculum option, fostering enquiry-based learning. ICT is extensively used to support learning, and the campus features two libraries, including a virtual library, to support reading and research. IKC delivers a STEM curriculum and runs a French language program to broaden cultural horizons. It emphasizes personalized learning and aims to prepare students for life beyond exams by developing knowledge, skills and mutual respect. The program is enriched by events and educational visits such as Water Day and Pi Day, continuing the Dar El Tarbiah family philosophy and governance.
Hayah International Academy is a private international school in Egypt offering the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) alongside the American High School Diploma for students aged 3 to 18. The main campus is in New Cairo, with Hayah West in Sheikh Zayed City, creating two Cairo campuses as the network grows. The Hayah community is described as a family, guided by core values and a commitment to local and global engagement. The 55,000-square-meter campus provides academic, artistic, and athletic facilities, with six fully equipped science labs, five computer labs, and a Maker Space Lab for 3D printing, robotics, and coding. Classrooms feature smart boards; iPads and tablets are used in PYP. Sports facilities include a multi-purpose gym, two squash courts, outdoor tracks and courts, and Olympic-size pools. After-school activities span ASA, Performing Arts, Arabic Culture Night, TEDxYouth@The Nile, HIAMUN, and service trips. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry, collaboration, and impact.
GEMS International School Cairo opened in 2022 in Rehab 2, New Cairo, as the first purpose-built, high-tech, environmentally conscious GEMS IB Continuum school in Egypt. The school is part of the GEMS Education network and offers the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, alongside an American International Curriculum. It serves students from Pre-K through Grade 12 (ages 3 to 18) and plans to enroll just under 1,400 students in 2026-27. The campus features a Football Court, a Pool, a Multi-Purpose Hall, a Design Tech Lab, a Library, and a Makerspace, supporting both academic and creative pursuits. The IB Continuum emphasizes inquiry, action, and reflection, with MAP assessments three times a year for Grades 2–11. The school prioritizes inclusion, diversity, and global mindedness while delivering a values-driven education. Through the Arts, Languages, Athletics, and service opportunities, students develop independent thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in a holistic environment.
Continental Palace International School, opened in 2021, is located in Al Khamayel phase 1, 26th Of July El Sheikh Zayed, Egypt, and serves students aged 2 to 18. The campus offers three curricula: American Curriculum (Kindergarten–Grade 12) aligned to the Common Core, with project-based and inquiry-based learning, technology integration, and a broad American Diploma program; British Curriculum (Foundation Stage–Year 12) based on the National Curriculum of England, using traditional and modern teaching methods and an IGCSE program across Languages, Humanities, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Creative, Technical, and Vocational subjects; National Program English follows CCSS for English Language Arts, with Alfa literature and the Anchor series aligned to CCSS, and reading supported by the Foxton Readers Platform and a structured Reading Program assigning five readers per year per grade. Facilities include strategically designed classrooms, spacious Early Childhood spaces, fully equipped science labs, and athletic facilities such as a PE room and a soccer field.
Majesty International Schools is an independent day school in Egypt offering British and American curriculums for students aged 3 to 18. Opened in 2019, campus offers a modern learning environment with classrooms, Childhood spaces, and science labs. Classrooms are air-conditioned with computers and whiteboards. A Montessori Room and a library support independent study, while health clinics and arts facilities underpin the curriculum. The school offers Cambridge Primary for KS1 (Years 1–2), Cambridge Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AS and A Levels, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, alongside an American Carnegie Unit pathway with graduation requirements. Majesty is a certified exam venue for Cambridge, Edexcel and Oxford Assessments and provides ESL support. Campus features a PE room, outdoor pool, soccer field, basketball court, Art Room, and Music rooms, plus the Majesty Sports Academy. The school emphasizes life skills, international engagement, and community service through initiatives and events such as International Day and COP26.
The International School of Choueifat – City of 6 October is an English‑medium day school founded in 2003 and a SABIS network member. It serves students aged 3–18 and offers a blended curriculum that integrates American and British frameworks, including Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AS and A Levels, and Advanced Placement. The curriculum develops fluency in English, Arabic, and French, with emphasis on English, mathematics, and science in the secondary years. The SABIS Educational System provides a mastery‑based approach with frequent assessments and a 360‑degree view of progress for students, teachers, and parents, supported by the SABIS Student Life Organization. The campus features sports facilities, a semi‑Olympic pool, a sports hall, and tennis/basketball courts. KG has a building, an indoor pool, and a playground. KG–12 classrooms have Interactive Whiteboards; the ITL Hall houses 167 computers for assessments; a two-level library serves English, Arabic, and French resources with art and music spaces.
El Alsson NewGiza is a private international day school in Egypt offering British and American sections on one campus for students aged 3 to 18. The British section delivers IEYC and IPC alongside the UK National Curriculum for Foundation Stage 1 to Year 13. It is an Edexcel and Cambridge examination centre for GCSE, IGCSE, AS and A-Levels, and it underwent British Schools Overseas inspection in October 2021. The American section follows a US program aligned to core standards, including the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards and the C3 Social Studies Standards; AP courses are available and a US High School Diploma opens doors to universities. Cognia accreditation covers the American programme, and since 2023 the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The NewGiza campus, opened in 2017, spans 14 feddans and houses both British and American sections with libraries, labs, a theatre and a radio studio globally.
Bedayia International School is a K-12 international day school in New Cairo, offering the American Diploma (Cognia-accredited) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme since 2019. The 16,000-square-metre campus features two libraries, three computer labs, two science labs, a swimming pool, an indoor sports hall, a theatre, and multiple playgrounds, plus a soccer field and basketball/volleyball courts. The school educates students aged 3 to 18; Arabic is the mother tongue for most students, English is the second language with high proficiency, and a minority study French as a second language. The High School offers Advanced Placement courses and uses MAP testing to track progress, with preparation for ACT, IELTS, DELF, and FIT. The IB Diploma Programme includes six subject groups and the core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service. Opened in 2009, Bedayia operates a technology-driven campus designed for blended, hands-on learning and broad co-curricular engagement.
GPIS is a private international co-educational day school in Egypt serving ages 2–18 (Pre-K to Grade 12). It offers an American Curriculum for Pre-K–12 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. GPBS provides two sections: an IB Section (PYP/MYP/DP) fully authorized, and a British Section accredited by CAIE, Pearson Edexcel, and Oxford AQA. The High School emphasizes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, with broad electives and a focus on reading proficiency. The Elementary program follows the American Program with Common Core Standards for Language Arts and Mathematics, includes core subjects plus Arabic and Religion, and uses project-based learning, with Music, Art, Information Technology and Physical Education. Established in 2010 by El Rabwa Group as its flagship, GPIS sits on the largest school complex in Egypt, featuring high-tech classrooms, libraries, science labs, computer labs, a VR-powered STEM room and extensive sports facilities.
Dover American International School in Cairo offers an American college-preparatory education for ages 3 to 18. The curriculum blends Common Core English and Mathematics with NGSS science expectations, Virginia standards for English language arts, and Egypt's Arabic studies guidelines, delivered through project-based, inquiry-led learning. A flexible pathway supports Kindergarten through Grade 12 and leads toward entry to universities in Egypt and abroad. English instruction aligns with CCSS, and French and German are taught to a level aligned with Virginia Standards and the CEFR. The campus spans 15,000 square meters in El-Sherouk City, with dedicated facilities for Kindergarten through High School, a library, three science labs, three computer labs, two art workshops, and two theaters with 100 seats. Outdoor spaces include two football fields, a handball court, and a tennis and basketball area. Signature extras include ABRSM music curriculum and Model United Nations and Student Council programs. for curious learners everywhere.
The International School of Choueifat Cairo (ISC Cairo) sits in Katameya, New Cairo, and serves students aged 3 to 18 as part of the SABIS Network. The school follows the SABIS Educational System alongside internationally recognized curricula, including Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS and A Levels, the American Curriculum, AP courses, and a bespoke program. English is the language of instruction, with Arabic and a third language offered. The campus supports KG–12 with facilities including an all-season running track, a semi-Olympic pool, a large sports hall, outdoor courts, a theatre, and dedicated KG buildings. KG–12 classrooms have Interactive Whiteboards; four science labs, two computer science rooms, art and music spaces, and the ITL Hall support learning and assessments. Frequent assessments provide a 360° view of progress, while the SABIS Student Life Organization supports leadership and life skills.
Modern School of Egypt 2000 is a private international day school offering both American and British divisions, with American accreditation. The school serves students from age 3 to 18 and follows the Ministry of Education curriculum in Arabic, Religion, Math, Science and Social Studies, with English O-Level as the core English track. The second language begins in Primary 2 and the third in Primary 3; in the English School the second language options are French or German, and in the French School the second language is English with German as the third. The English High Level curriculum is used, with materials selected by the English and French departments. The school operates on campuses in New Cairo, Old Campus and New Campus, with four computer labs, four science labs, UNESCO ICDL lab, a multilingual library, two swimming pools, indoor gym, outdoor courts, squash courts and a 200-seat auditorium. Extra programs include a Model United Nations and a branch at the 57357 Children's Cancer Hospital.
Westcliff International School is an international day school in Giza, Egypt, serving students aged 3 to 18. It offers two parallel, language-rich curricula: an American program culminating in a High School Diploma and an English-speaking British program following Key Stages, with the International GCSE path from Year 10 and options for A‑levels. The school also provides a DELF-certified French program, developed in partnership with Institut français d'Égypte, with DELF exams at A1, A2, B1 and an optional B2 in upper grades. A distinctive feature is the Trilingual Experience, teaching Arabic, English, and French as first languages with equal timetabled hours. Canadian methodologies influence teaching, emphasising critical thinking and individualized learning, without adopting a Canadian curriculum. Founded by Dr. Omar Nassar, the school promotes a community-centric ethos under the motto An Education for a Lifetime, blending heritage with modern international standards and a commitment to university preparation through ACT/SAT or A‑levels.
Stanford International School offers an American Division and a British Division. The curriculum combines American and British frameworks, with Advanced Placement courses and the Reggio Emilia approach used in early years. Instruction is delivered in multiple languages, with French and German available, and ESL program supports students whose mother tongue is not English. Core subjects include Arabic, English, Maths, Sciences, and Individuals & Society. The school provides athletic facilities, including a fitness center and athletic trainers, with elementary sports such as robotics, science experiments, basketball and coding; middle school activities include triathlon, football, handball and swimming; and high school offerings feature choir, dance, band, theatre and orchestra, plus opportunities to travel and compete with international schools. Academic facilities emphasize labs where Math, Science and Computer work reinforce learning. Arts and Technology link disciplines, and language programs deepen cultural understanding. A planned IB program and Model United Nations participation are planned.
Modern School of Egypt 2000 is a private international day school offering both American and British divisions, with American accreditation. The school serves students from age 3 to 18 and follows the Ministry of Education curriculum in Arabic, Religion, Math, Science and Social Studies, with English O-Level as the core English track. The second language begins in Primary 2 and the third in Primary 3; in the English School the second language options are French or German, and in the French School the second language is English with German as the third. The English High Level curriculum is used, with materials selected by the English and French departments. The school operates on campuses in New Cairo, Old Campus and New Campus, with four computer labs, four science labs, UNESCO ICDL lab, a multilingual library, two swimming pools, indoor gym, outdoor courts, squash courts and a 200-seat auditorium. Extra programs include a Model United Nations and a branch at the 57357 Children's Cancer Hospital.
Manor House School is a private international day school for students aged 4 to 18, offering both American and British curriculums through distinct American and British School sections. The school delivers Cambridge Primary English and Cambridge Primary Mathematics within its primary years, and Cambridge IGCSE in the secondary phase, using Cambridge curriculum frameworks that provide progressive objectives to guide teaching across the early years and beyond. Facilities include up-to-date sports and academic resources, with a Mohandeseen location highlighted in the school's facilities overview. Extra-curricular activities are encouraged to broaden horizons and foster a sense of belonging among students. The site features English-language program information and Cambridge-based curricular resources, supporting a coherent learning path from early years to GCSEs. Overall, Manor House School integrates the American and British tracks within a single campus, enabling smooth progression for families seeking exposure to both educational traditions within an international setting.
Modern English School Cairo is a purpose-built, multi-curriculum international school located in New Cairo. It admits students aged 3 to 18 and offers a choice of British Curriculum pathways (Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels), the American Curriculum, and the IB Diploma Programme. Early Years follows play-based learning, with later progression to Key Stages under the English National Curriculum, adapted for local context and international culture. In Secondary, families can follow the British route (KS3 with GCSE/IGCSE, then AS/A Levels) or the American route (Middle School to High School Diploma). At Year 10, the International Baccalaureate DP can be pursued for graduation. The school sits on a purpose-built campus in New Cairo with green spaces, a central 400-seat theatre, and specialist facilities for Science, Art, Music, Dance, Computing and Design Technology. Extensive sports facilities accompany a broad enrichment program, including ASAs, trips, productions, and the International Award.
Metropolitan School in Egypt delivers an American curriculum for ages 3–18, taught in English with AP courses. The Elementary School serves Grades 1–5 (ELA, Math, Science) and introduces Grade 1 Entrepreneurship through the Lemon Stand project, with Arabic, PE, Music, Art, ICT, Library, SEL and Religion. The Middle School (Grades 6–8) offers ELA, Math, Science, and a World Language program (French, German, or Spanish) alongside Electives Catalogue including swimming, soccer, robotics, drama, film, with MAP tests three times yearly and technology integration via IXL, HMH and McGraw Hill. The High School emphasizes university preparation and entrepreneurship, with ACT and EST exams; a Metropolitan School student was admitted to Cornell University in 2024. The campus sits on 21,000 meters in New Cairo, designed by ECG, with safety features, reading corners, talent development rooms, a pool, a court, and a wired library. After-school clubs include Photography, Debate, and the Student Metrepreneurship Club.
Manaret Heliopolis International School (MHIS) is an Egyptian international school serving students aged 3 to 17. It is IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP, alongside the American Curriculum and AP courses, with a DP pathway that includes a US High School Diploma. English is the language of instruction; Arabic is taught in a bilingual framework and a third language (French or German) is offered, with Arabic integrated through MOE curriculum. MHIS provides mother‑tongue support and a Guided Reading Program. Facilities include a school library, digital learning tools, and the Toddle Learning System; Classter runs information system. The school hosts DELF/DALF French certification and a German language partnership with ÄDK. MHIS emphasizes experiential learning through IB‑aligned projects, robotics competitions such as World Robot Olympiad, and cultural/service activities like Egyptian Culture and Identity. Admissions can be explored via a virtual tour; school days run 7:45am–2:30pm, Sunday–Wednesday, with Thursday ECAs 12:30–2:45pm.
New Generation International School in Egypt serves students aged 3 to 18. It follows an American Curriculum with AP options and a bespoke program organized around spiral, integrated approach that supports college readiness and critical thinking. English Language Arts aligns with Common Core Standards, while Journey guides learners from Early Years to High School with subjects and enrichment in PE, Art, Music, and STEAM. Across departments, instruction emphasizes problem-solving within a clear mission and balanced framework. Academic facilities include a library, an auditorium, a science laboratory, and a computer laboratory, with usage norms. After-school clubs and master classes extend learning in Visual Arts, Music, Athletics, Robotics, Coding, and Etiquette. The French department supports multilingual development, and NG hosts Francophone cultural activities and theater. Community service is integrated, and high school students complete graduation hours. Leadership and wellbeing programs, such as the NG Academy and Student Council, round out school experience.
Beverly Hills English School in Cairo offers three international curricula—American, British, and German—for students from ages 3 to 18. Established in 2003 and part of Beverly Hills Schools, the school provides a safe, inclusive environment where students can explore learning with confidence. Classrooms are modern and well equipped, supported by teachers with experience in guiding student progress and employing contemporary teaching methods. The curriculum emphasizes strong academic foundations while developing critical thinking, collaboration, and responsibility. A distinctive feature is the school's commitment to blending rigorous academics with clear ethical values and innovation, preparing students to lead and succeed both nationally and globally. The school also emphasises personal growth, well-being, and safe school routines, ensuring that students feel supported as they pursue diverse interests. With a focus on student-centered learning, Beverly Hills English School aims to inspire a lasting love of learning every day. Located in a vibrant, cosmopolitan community today.
Capital International Schools in New Cairo operates two campuses: Main Campus and Lotus Campus, serving learners aged 3 to 18. The school offers American, Cambridge and IB Diploma Programmes, with MYP in Grades 9–10 and DP in Grades 11–12. Entry groups run from Year 1 to Year 12, with DP1/DP2 available. The American stream allows selecting a second language: French, German or Spanish. Founded in 2016 and governed by a Board of Directors, the school emphasises partnerships with families and holistic education. Facilities include four science labs per campus (elementary through chemistry), three computer labs per campus plus a Mac lab, four music studios, art studios, libraries, a 700-seat auditorium, eight cafeterias and two dining halls, plus an innovation lab. Sporting amenities include a gym, a semi-Olympic heated pool, two basketball courts, two tennis courts and soccer pitches. The Innovation Lab nurtures creativity and design thinking with opportunities for international competitions.
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