Egypt, Cairo
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The Accelerated British Curriculum enables learners to complete the IGCSE by Year 10 and proceed to AS and A-Levels in Years 11 and 12. The CAST programme covers Creativity, Activity, Service, and Teamwork for Years 7–12, with weekly sessions and a Senior CAST Project that documents achievement. The Future-Proof Education approach combines academic rigour with real-world skills through interdisciplinary projects, debate clubs, coding labs, leadership programmes, and community initiatives; enrichment opportunities include innovation fairs, public speaking competitions, and entrepreneurship projects, as well as after-school clubs.
Music and Drama are offered as subjects. Design & Technology and Art are included in the curriculum. There is a Makerspace on campus to support creative work.
French is taught as a subject in Key Stage 3 and 4. Arabic is a compulsory part of the curriculum, with six lessons per week that cover Arabic, Social Studies and Religious Studies. Debate clubs and opportunities for public speaking are provided as enrichment activities.
Beyond classroom lessons, the school offers after-school activities, sports competitions, assemblies, and enterprise activities throughout the year. Enrichment opportunities include innovation fairs, public speaking competitions, and entrepreneurship projects. Students are encouraged to participate in activities that foster creativity, teamwork, and communication.
CAST includes the Service dimension to develop empathy, leadership, and social responsibility. Students engage in community initiatives as part of CAST. The school emphasises service-oriented projects and community involvement through its enrichment programmes.
CAST comprises Creativity, Activity, Service, and Teamwork with leadership development as a core outcome. The school runs leadership programmes and other professional development opportunities. The University Counselling Office supports students with university applications and placements.
Activity promotes healthy living through participation in sports and related challenges. Educators mentor students to develop emotional intelligence, teamwork, and leadership capabilities. The school's holistic approach supports personal well-being and resilience.
GEMS British School Al Rehab (GEMS TBS) is a well‑established British international school located in Rehab City, New Cairo. Founded in 2001, it serves around 1,000 students on a campus of just under 9,000 square metres, offering Pre‑School through Year 12. The school follows the British National Curriculum, with Foundation Stage guided by the UK Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. In Primary, Key Stages 1 and 2 align with the UK curriculum, and in Secondary Key Stages 3 and 4 include an Arabic compulsory component. Years 9–11 deliver Cambridge IGCSE, followed by Cambridge A Levels for post‑16 study, with an IELTS course to prepare for Advanced Level study. Entry to Egyptian degree courses typically requires eight IGCSEs. Facilities include specialised activity rooms, a Science Lab, and a Makerspace; a mid‑size football field; a multipurpose hall; and exclusive year‑round access to Rehab City's sporting club. The CAST programme emphasises Creativity, Activity, Service, and Teamwork, while the Future‑Proof Education approach blends academics with real‑world skills through interdisciplinary projects, debate clubs, coding labs, and leadership programmes.