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Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, German, Arabic
Typical class size 5
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
CMIS is a girls' day school in Cairo, Egypt, offering an American curriculum with Advanced Placement. The core program follows Common Core standards and aligns with the vision, enabling teachers to tailor texts and activities to foster creativity and higher‑order thinking. From Pre-K through Grade 12, students study language arts, mathematics, science aligned to Next Generation Science Standards, social studies, French and German, physical education, art, music, computer studies, and Qur'an. In grades 11–12, CMIS offers AP courses and electives such as Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Business, Environmental Science, Advanced Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Management and Statistics. SAT I and II, and national subjects, also form part of assessment goals. The campus comprises a building with two labs, three libraries, a clinic, art and music rooms, and an auditorium, plus a semi‑Olympic pool, basketball and tennis courts, and a gym. Distinctive features include on-site mosques and partnerships with Goethe Institute and ÄDK.
Tuition fees by year group (annual totals) - KG1–KG2: EGP 57,000 per year. - Grades 1–6: EGP 72,000 per year. - Grades 7–9: EGP 75,000 per year. - Grades 10–12: EGP 85,000 per year.
Per-term detail - Tuition is quoted and billed as an annual fee; parents should expect invoices based on the school's annual billing cycle. The school's finance documentation indicates that families have paid by installment in previous years and that an initial installment schedule has been used (first installment dates have been published in school fee communications). Parents should plan on the annual amount above and confirm the school's current installment schedule with the Finance Office when enrolling.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are required to be paid in full upon approval of admission unless an agreed installment plan is arranged with the Finance Office. - The school has used an installment approach in past communications (for example, specifying a first‑installment payment window in late May–mid June for the academic year referenced in the school notice). Parents are responsible for any fee changes required by the Ministry of Education.
Boarding / residential fees - Cairo Modern International School provides day‑school services with bus transportation; no boarding or residential fees are listed for the school. Bus transport is available as a separate service.
Other costs and recurring ancillary fees - Books / learning resources: a book/resources fee has been listed in school directories and school notices (examples show EGP 7,000 for book fees in published fee summaries). Some communications during distance‑learning periods referenced a reduced online‑books charge (EGP 1,500) where applicable. - Bus / transportation fees: bus fees are charged where service is used; published examples list bus fees (e.g., EGP 7,000 for minimum‑distance service in published fee summaries). The school operates an organized bus service with assigned stops and bus matrons. - Uniforms and other one‑time or termly costs: uniform costs, activity fees, extracurricular materials and similar ancillary charges are typical and have been listed in external school fee summaries; specific uniform/item prices are not published in the school's publicly posted fee summaries available here. Parents should budget for uniform and extracurricular costs in addition to tuition and formal ancillary fees.
Refund information and withdrawal terms - Admission and registration fees are non‑refundable. - If a student is withdrawn before 1 September, the total school fees are refundable except for a 10% administrative fee. - If a student is withdrawn within the first term, half of the annual tuition is refundable. If withdrawal occurs after the first term, the annual tuition is non‑refundable.
Fee payment handling and contact - Fees are administered by the school's Finance Office; parents settle invoices through the school's published finance procedures and deadlines. The Finance Office issues the payment schedule and confirms acceptable payment arrangements and any available installment options. For enrollment, payment obligations must be fulfilled to complete registration.
Summary for parents - Annual tuition ranges by grade are: EGP 57,000 (KG), EGP 72,000 (Grades 1–6), EGP 75,000 (Grades 7–9), and EGP 85,000 (Grades 10–12). Expect additional one‑off fees (EGP 1,500 application; EGP 4,000 re‑registration) and ancillary charges such as book and bus fees. All fee obligations follow the school's stated payment and refund rules: payment in full on approval unless agreed otherwise, and the refund schedule tied to the September 1 cutoff and the end of the first term.
Academics
Cairo Modern International School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).
Curriculum
CMIS core curriculum is based on Common Core Learning standards and is aligned with the school's vision and purpose. It empowers educators to select texts, identify objectives, and use a rich array of instructional strategies to meet student learning needs, while fostering creativity and higher‑order thinking. Early childhood curriculum is broad and addresses intellectual, emotional, and social development, with activities to develop positive learning attitudes and opportunities to develop fine and gross motor skills through active exploration. Elementary curriculum emphasizes cognitive and affective development and includes language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, French and German, physical education, art, music, computer, Islamic studies, Qur'an, and national subjects (Arabic, religion, social studies). Middle School curriculum serves general and specific needs through exploratory experiences and includes language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, French and German, physical education, art, music, computer, Islamic studies, Qur'an, Arabic, religion, and social studies. Mathematics fosters critical thinking and problem solving; science develops understanding of scientific concepts with alignment to the Next Generation Science Standards, and technology is embedded to support learning. High School curriculum offers core and non‑core subjects (Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Languages in French and German, and computer studies) plus specialized classes for Art, Fine Applied Art, P.E., Music and Islamic Studies. CMIS also offers the University Advanced Placement Program with year‑to‑year course offerings; elective courses in Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Business, Math, Environmental Science, Advanced Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Management and Statistics are available for grades 11–12. SAT I, SAT II and national subjects (Arabic, Religion, Social Studies and Civics) are part of CMIS instructional goals; technology is embedded to support learning. The curriculum also emphasizes interconnections between areas of learning, critical analysis, evaluation, self‑expression and social interaction to address real‑life problems.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
CMIS supports socio-emotional growth as part of student development, emphasizing independence and collaboration.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Students with special needs have access to guidance and special needs programs (ELL, FSL, ASL, GSL) curriculum.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ELL (English Language Learners) is included as part of CMIS's special needs programs (along with FSL, ASL, GSL).
Mental Wellbeing
The school focuses on the social and emotional needs of students.
Safeguarding
CMIS provides safe learning environments and a supportive school community.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Applications are accepted throughout the year. Admissions decisions are made by May 31 for each new academic year. Applications received after June 1 will be notified in August depending on availability of space. 2. Complete CMS admission application signed by the parent/guardian. Placement is determined through assessment tests to establish placement and levels. 3. Assessment tests are in English (comprehension, language & writing) and in Math. The students must speak and comprehend English. 4. Placement tests are corrected within 24 hours. Parents are notified of test scores within 48 hours after the assessment. Grading is 86%-100% above average; 60%-85% on level; below 60% below average. 5. If an F – less than 60, the assessment may be rescheduled and a summer course could be offered at the request of the parent. 6. After acceptance, the following documents must be submitted to CMS within a week: birth certificate; registration fees; 12 photographs; parent/guardian I.D./Passport; copy of passport (Foreigners); student's medical report; bus transportation information; phone number and emergency phone No. 7. Students transferred from the National system must present an approval transfer form from Educational Zone and previous school report cards with advanced English scores for the previous two years, stamped by the Educational Zone. 8. Egyptian/Foreign students transferred from International Schools must present report cards showing most recent grade level completed, stamped by the school; placement tests details should follow item 3 admission policy. 9. Egyptians coming from abroad should have a school report card for previous 2 years stamped by the Egyptian Embassy; placement tests will be corrected within 1 week; parents are notified of test scores within 2 weeks after the assessment; grading is 86%-100% within average, 60%-85% below average; an F may lead to rescheduling and a summer course if requested.
FAQs
What curriculum does Cairo Modern International School follow?
The school follows a Common Core Learning standard-based curriculum. An Advanced Placement (AP) program is offered for high school students, alongside SAT preparation. Quran and Islamic Studies are part of the academic programme.
What age range does Cairo Modern International School serve?
The school serves students from age 4 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 57,000 to RMB 85,000. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as girls school.
How many students attend Cairo Modern International School?
The school has approximately 750 students.
Where is Cairo Modern International School located?
Cairo Modern International School is located in the 1st Compound, Al Rehab City Main Road, Cairo, Egypt. Al Rehab City is a planned residential community in New Cairo. Transportation services are available.
When was Cairo Modern International School established?
The school was established in 2005.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
Students with special needs have access to guidance and special needs programs (ELL, FSL, ASL, GSL) curriculum.
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the primary language of instruction. Arabic is taught through the Quran and Islamic Studies programme. German is offered through the ÄDK (Ägyptisch-Deutsches Kulturzentrum) partnership.
How do I apply to Cairo Modern International School?
1. Submit an online application with the required documentation.
2. The admissions team reviews the application following the published Admission Policy and Timeline.
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What extracurricular activities are available?
Extracurricular activities include art, music club, drama club, ballet, and fashion.
What accreditations does Cairo Modern International School hold?
CMIS is fully accredited by NCA CASI through AdvancED.
Is there a school bus service?
Transportation services are available for students.
