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Egypt, Alexandria
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IAS fosters social and emotional development through its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The school celebrates ethnic, racial, religious, and socioeconomic diversity and expects families to uphold mutual respect and personal integrity, creating a supportive learning community. Students learn to co-exist with others who are different as they become responsible global citizens, with a curriculum and programs that promote multicultural understanding. Cultural competency is advanced through dialogue about diversity, participation in conferences and workshops, and a curriculum that explores cultural diversity and global unity. The Honor Code requires students and parents to affirm standards of honorable behavior based on integrity, respect, and responsibility, reinforcing ethical conduct within school life and beyond. IAS emphasizes attention to students' emotional, social, and mental health needs, addressing these areas within both regular and remote learning contexts.
English is the base language at IAS; all academics are taught in English with native-speaker level staff teaching the language arts curriculum. ESL classes help students with weaker English language skills adjust to an all-English-based curriculum. Native language instruction includes classical Arabic; formal instruction in Egyptian National Studies covers Egyptian History, Religion, and classical Arabic. French instruction begins in Grade One, and Spanish is offered in Grade Nine. The language program emphasizes developing multilingual communication and cultural awareness.
IAS provides for students' physical, emotional, social, and mental health needs. The school focuses on students' emotions and aims to support their academic progress through partnerships with families. Regular parent-teacher conferences are scheduled to discuss student progress and well-being. Physical education and daily activities emphasize health and mental well-being as part of overall development. The IAS environment fosters trust and supportive relationships that encourage independence, initiative, and self-worth.
IAS safeguards students through its Honor Code, which fosters honorable behavior, personal integrity, respect for others, and responsibility. Emergency information is kept on file and kept confidential to enable emergency treatment if a parent cannot be reached. Field trips require signed permissions and the principal may deny participation if safety concerns arise.
The International American School of Alexandria (IAS) offers Kindergarten through Grade 12 on an American curriculum in English, with native-speaker staff guiding the language arts program. Classical Arabic is taught as a native language, alongside formal Egyptian National Studies, including Egyptian History, Religion, and Arabic. ESL supports students who need English language development, while French begins in Grade 1 and Spanish is offered in Grade 9. Founded by Mr. and Mrs. Ashraf Wahby, IAS started as a hopeful vision for Egypt's children and grew from a nursery into a K–12 community. In the mid-2000s land was acquired, and by 2006 the school expanded to Grades 1–6, with facility additions. Plans for a swimming pool, indoor cafeteria, gymnasium, and auditorium were complemented by new classrooms, science labs, and a library. The school emphasizes leadership, service, and character through its Honor System and co-curricular offerings, including academic, cultural, and language activities.
