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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Arabic, French
Strengths Sport, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Cairo English School (CES) is an international school in Mirage City, New Cairo, Egypt, offering a British-based international education for students aged 3 to 18. The curriculum blends the English National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels and the IB Diploma Programme for older students. CES serves Foundation Stage, Primary and Secondary on a 42,000-square-metre campus. It is part of the ESOL Education network and is an IB World School authorized to deliver the IB Diploma. The school is a member of the Council of International Schools and the British Schools in the Middle East, and is inspected by British Schools Offshore. Signature programs include the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Week Without Walls and international trips. Facilities include an Olympic-size swimming pool, an indoor sports hall, an official-size football field, science and computer labs, and a design and technology lab, supporting a range of academics and co-curricular activities.
Cairo English School has 1,675 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Cairo English School is located in Mirage City, New Cairo, Egypt. It sits on a 42,000 square meter campus in New Cairo, offering a spacious environment for learning. The school highlights facilities such as an Olympic-size swimming pool, science and computer laboratories, an indoor sports hall and an official-size football field. It is part of the Esol Education network of international schools, with campuses in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai, Cairo, Hong Kong, Nicosia and Lebanon.
Stages
Early Years (Foundation Stage 1 & 2), Primary School (KS1 & KS2) and Secondary School (KS3-5).
Type
The school is a private international school in Mirage City, New Cairo, Egypt, providing British-based international education. It follows the English National Curriculum and is an IB World School.
Additional learning support
ESL is provided for both Primary and Secondary levels. Primary ESL includes Parallel Literacy 1 and 2, ESL Support and In Class ESL Support. Secondary ESL Services offer limited but individually tailored English language support, with adjustments to timetables where needed.
Country affiliation
Egypt
School day structure
Bus transportation to and from school is offered every school day. The school day ends at 3:00 pm. Late buses depart at 4:30 pm on Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays for students taking part in after-school activities or tutoring.
Bus service
Bus transportation is provided daily. Students must wear seat belts, remain seated while the bus is moving, be courteous to peers and the driver, and be at the assigned pick-up locations on time. Regular buses operate each school day; late buses are available at 4:30 pm on Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays for after-school activities or tutoring.
Fees
Annual tuition at Cairo English School ranges from EGP 125,000 to EGP 191,000 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees — annual amounts by year group (published figure) - Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) — Annual tuition: EGP 124,600. - Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) — Annual tuition: EGP 137,800. - Years 1–2 — Annual tuition: EGP 169,700. - Years 3–6 — Annual tuition: EGP 169,000. - Years 7–12 — Annual tuition: EGP 191,000.
Per-term tuition (inferred) - The school posts fee due dates for each academic term (three terms per year). Using the published annual tuition above and the school's term billing pattern, a straightforward per-term estimate is the annual figure divided by three. These per-term figures are calculated here as an inferred instalment amount (rounded to the nearest Egyptian pound): - FS1 per term (inferred): EGP 41,533. - FS2 per term (inferred): EGP 45,933. - Years 1–2 per term (inferred): EGP 56,567. - Years 3–6 per term (inferred): EGP 56,333. - Years 7–12 per term (inferred): EGP 63,667.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are billed according to the school's academic-term schedule; the school posts specific due dates at the start of each term (examples of ‘‘First Term / Second Term / Third Term — Fees Due'' appear on the school calendar). Parents should expect term-by-term billing tied to the three-term academic calendar. Acceptance into the school is finalised by payment of the applicable fees.
Transport and other recurring fees - Annual transport (bus) fee (published): EGP 22,900. - Assessment / admissions test fee: EGP 400 (see Application / Assessment Fees above). - Published tuition amounts are noted as including books and some activities.
Boarding - Boarding is not offered. The school operates as a day school (bus/transport is provided).
Other costs and typical extras - Uniforms: School uniform items (jumpers, PE kit, blazers, house shirts, etc.) are sold via the school's uniform shop and are required; parents should budget separately for the uniform package. Examples of required items and school-issued uniform guidance are published in the school's uniform documents and newsletters. - School trips, activity charges and one-off event costs: occasional trip or event fees are charged per activity (example item in school communications: a trip cost notice of EGP 95 for a single event). Extracurricular and trip charges are additional to tuition and transport and are billed as needed. - External exam/assessment charges: examination-entry or awarding-body fees (IGCSE, A‑Level, IB charges) are billed separately when applicable and are payable by parents to the school or examining body. The school lists assessment/exam charges separately in admissions/exam communications.
Refund information - No publicly-published, detailed refund policy for tuition, acceptance/registration, or transport fees was located in the school's publicly-available documents. Acceptance is documented as being finalised with payment of applicable fees. For refunds or questions about cancellations/withdrawals, contact the school's admissions/finance office directly.
Fee payment options (typical channels and how to proceed) - The school's registrar and admissions office handle fee administration; contact details are provided by the school for payment enquiries. Typical payment channels used by international schools in New Cairo include bank deposit/transfer, in‑school payment, and card payments through school payment portals or national school-payment services. Where specific payment methods for a given year are required, parents arrange payment directly with the school's finance office at the time of enrolment.
Quick practical notes for a parent completing an application or preparing to pay - Expect an assessment fee of EGP 400 at application/entry. - Budget the published annual tuition by year group and plan for three term instalments (per-term estimates provided above are inferred from the annual figures and the school's three-term billing calendar). - Add transport, uniforms, exam-entry and trip/activity charges to your annual cost planning.
Brief note on currency and effective year of the figures provided - The figures above are expressed in Egyptian pounds (EGP). The published annual tuition and listed assessment/transport figures used here were those available in public school listings (published for the 2024/2025 academic year). No specific 2025/2026 or 2026/2027 fee schedule was located in the school's public materials; billing days and term-due structure are taken from the school calendar. If you require the school's official current fee schedule for contract or formal listing purposes, contact the school's admissions/finance office (registrar@cesegypt.com or telephone as listed by the school).
Academics
Cairo English School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
CES follows the English National Curriculum (ENC). Students take the same standardised testing as students in England. As an IB World School, CES students follow the IB Learner Profile and meet IB standards recognised worldwide. The curriculum is organized across Foundation Stage, Primary (KS1 & KS2) and Secondary. CES is part of the ESOL Education network, delivering British-based international education on a tailored curriculum. The campus is located in Mirage City, New Cairo, Egypt.
Higher Education Progression
CES graduates gain admission to universities around the world, including University College London, Nanyang Technological University, University of Toronto, University of Edinburgh, McGill University and University of Manchester. The list also includes Monash University, University of British Columbia, King's College London, New York University, TU Delft, London School of Economics and Political Science, Istituto Marangoni, University of Bristol, University of Amsterdam, KU Leuven, University of Warwick, University of Western Australia, Durham University, University of Birmingham, University of Southampton and many others.
Gifted and Talented
CES provides Personalized Challenges to advance learning by tailoring support and stretch so every student engages with learning that is achievable, purposeful and appropriately demanding.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school builds strong, respectful relationships between students, staff and families to support learning. Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve and Positive Relationships guide the school community, with a focus on forging relationships that support learning. The school has a mission to support students to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens. The school aims for all students to reach their full potential through full participation in the learning community and to take pride in Egyptian culture while respecting others' beliefs. The school follows the English National Curriculum and is an IB World School.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school values all students equally and has their needs met through an appropriate level of support provision. It provides phonics, literacy and numeracy support, with guidance to best support the student in class by the teacher or teaching assistant. Dyslexia screening and language assessments are provided. Support is delivered through push‑ins and pull‑outs, with differentiation integrated into curriculum planning. The school identifies and assesses students' needs promptly and implements an education plan for each supported student.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Primary ESL programmes include Parallel Literacy 1, Parallel Literacy 2, ESL Support, English, and In Class ESL Support. Secondary ESL Services offer limited but individually tailored additional English support for students whose English is below the level of peers; at KS3 this can involve three ESL lessons per week, with potential adjustment by timetable needs, and at KS4 ESL support may replace an IGCSE elective in urgent cases.
Mental Wellbeing
At the Cairo English School, health and safety are priorities, with a full‑time pediatrician to support students' health needs. The School Doctor is available to conference with parents, teachers and students throughout each day. The Pastoral Support Coordinators provide holistic welfare and growth, focusing on social, moral and emotional excellence and fostering values such as mutual respect, resilience and compassion. The mission emphasizes mental health and social and emotional support for students who may benefit. The school employs two full‑time counselors who provide confidential and supportive counselling to students, families and staff, with individual or group sessions and availability for staff to drop in or contact the counselor.
Safeguarding
Pastoral Support coordinates the welfare and mental health of students, with a focus on social, moral and emotional development. Counselors provide confidential support for students, families and staff, available as individual or group sessions and accessible to staff who may request meetings. The learning zone structures, including pastoral and counseling, are designed to support safeguarding and well‑being, with a non‑judgemental, respectful environment and clear access through the front desk for concerns.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Contact Admissions. Families are asked to contact admissions to arrange a time to apply. The admissions team will guide applicants through the next steps and provide information about the documents required for the application. Applicants should have the application form ready for the initial discussion. Step 2: Interview and Assessment. Admission staff will arrange a time for the interview and the child's assessment. The required documents and the application form should be ready for the appointment. Assessments vary by grade: social interaction and group play are used for FS1 to Year 2, and CAT4 testing (English, Math and IQ) is used for Year 4 to Year 11. All academic reports must be presented in English or officially translated. Step 3: Acceptance and Payment. Acceptance is finalised with payment of applicable fees. Admissions will contact families to initiate this step.
FAQs
What curriculum does Cairo English School follow?
CES follows the English National Curriculum (ENC). Students take the same standardised testing as students in England. As an IB World School, CES students follow the IB Learner Profile and meet IB standards recognised worldwide.
What age range does Cairo English School serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 125,000 to RMB 191,000. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Cairo English School?
The school has approximately 1,675 students.
Where is Cairo English School located?
Cairo English School is located in Mirage City, New Cairo, Egypt. It sits on a 42,000 square meter campus in New Cairo, offering a spacious environment for learning.
When was Cairo English School established?
The school was established in 2006.
Who leads Cairo English School?
The school is led by Rory McKeague.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
The school values all students equally and has their needs met through an appropriate level of support provision.
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the primary language of instruction, and admissions ensure access to the English-language curriculum.
How do I apply to Cairo English School?
Step 1: Contact Admissions. Families are asked to contact admissions to arrange a time to apply. The admissions team will guide applicants through the next steps and provide information about the documents required for the application.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The After School Activities are organized around Creative/Performing Arts. The activities cover Creative/Performing Arts, Problem Solving, Literacy and IT.
What accreditations does Cairo English School hold?
British Schools of the Middle East (BMSE) - member.
Council of International Schools (CIS) - full member.
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) - accrediting body; described as a premier accrediting association.
Is there a school bus service?
Bus transportation is provided daily. Students must wear seat belts, remain seated while the bus is moving, be courteous to peers and the driver, and be at the assigned pick-up locations on time.
