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Strengths Languages, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
The Lycée International Balzac is a French international school in New Cairo, Egypt, serving children from age 2 to 18. It follows the French national curriculum with an Egyptian program and operates within the Mission Laïque Française network. The school emphasizes multilingual education in French, English, and Arabic, guided by the motto Deux cultures, trois langues. Students participate actively in their learning, supported by a community of teachers, parents, and peers who collaborate to foster responsible, engaged global citizens. The campus features an updated information technology laboratory and maintained sports facilities, reflecting a practical, hands-on approach to education. The arts program encourages exploring intellectual and artistic challenges and includes plans for more language and cultural activities, including visits by the French ambassador. Overall, Balzac integrates strong academics with a vibrant, bicultural environment, welcoming families seeking a truly international experience.
Note: Tuition amounts are stated as annual totals by year group; books and many activity fees are included in the stated tuition for most years, and there are no school books for kindergarten level.
Per‑term breakdown / billing schedule and payment terms - No published per‑term fee breakdown or a detailed billing schedule (dates, number of instalments, penalties for late payment) was available in the sources reviewed. The tuition figures above are presented as annual totals.
Boarding / residential fees - No boarding provision is listed; the school operates as a day school and only transportation (bus) services are referenced. Boarding fees are therefore not applicable.
Transport (bus) fees and other regular costs - School bus (transport) fees: approximately EGP 30,000 for the nearest areas; for more distant routes the range reported is EGP 32,000–35,000. (Amounts are presented as annual bus fees.) - Some third‑party listings note different historical figures for transport in prior years; the most recent figures reported above reflect the 2026/27 fee listings found.
Uniforms, books and other incidental charges - Uniforms are available for purchase via the school's administration / reception. - For most year groups, textbook and many activity costs are included in the annual tuition; kindergarten (early years) is noted as not having book charges.
Refunds / cancellation and retention of fees - No comprehensive publicly published refund policy (refunds on registration, tuition refunds for early withdrawal, or terms for partial refunds) was found in the material reviewed. Specific refund terms (if any) are not published in the available listings.
Fee payment options and invoicing - No explicit, current listing of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, local currency / foreign currency arrangements) was published in the sources consulted. The available listings provide annual fee amounts and incidental charges but do not specify the school's accepted payment channels or invoice timing.
Other routine charges and concessions - Reported concessions or sibling discounts were not published in the sources consulted. Additional occasional charges (special trips, optional extracurricular fees) may be levied separately; these were not itemised in the fee summaries located.
Summary of remaining gaps in published fee information - The sources reviewed publish annual tuition by year group and list registration, assessment/exam and bus fees, but do not publish a per‑term fee split, a formal billing schedule (dates and instalment options), a detailed refund/cancellation policy, or the school's accepted payment methods. Where exact per‑term amounts, payment methods, or refund conditions are required, those items were not available in the public fee listings consulted.
Academics
Lycée International Balzac teaches French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
At Lycée Balzac, student involvement in their education is essential. The community of teachers, parents and students works together to create an enriching learning environment. By collaborating, we promote the best interests of our students and emphasize developing the skills needed to become excellent members of the international community. Two cultures, three languages are featured at the school. The arts program encourages students to explore new ways to meet intellectual and artistic challenges.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Student involvement in their education is essential; the school community, made up of teachers, parents and students, works together to create an enriching learning environment. The artistic program aims to encourage students to discover new ways to meet intellectual and artistic challenges. Two cultures, three languages. The school provides homologated French education from kindergarten through terminale.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Support courses are offered to students according to their needs.
FAQs
What curriculum does Lycee International Balzac follow?
The school follows the French national curriculum with an Egyptian programme. It operates within the Mission Laique Francaise network, guided by the motto 'Deux cultures, trois langues'.
What languages are taught?
The school emphasises multilingual education in French, English, and Arabic. The motto 'Two cultures, three languages' reflects the trilingual approach across all year groups.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves children from age 2 to 18, covering the complete French educational pathway from early preschool through lycee and terminale.
Where is the school located?
Lycee International Balzac is in New Cairo, Egypt, providing French international education to the eastern Cairo community.
What is the school's educational philosophy?
Students participate actively in their learning, supported by teachers, parents, and peers who collaborate to foster understanding. Two cultures and three languages guide the educational experience.
Is the school part of a network?
Yes, the school operates within the Mission Laique Francaise network, connecting it to French schools worldwide.
What qualifications can students achieve?
Students follow the French national curriculum towards the French Baccalaureate. The Egyptian programme component may also provide local qualification options.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, the school is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls from age 2 through terminale.
What makes the school distinctive?
The 'Two cultures, three languages' approach combining French national curriculum with Egyptian programme and trilingual French-English-Arabic education is unique in New Cairo.
How does the school involve the community?
Teachers, parents, and peers collaborate actively in the learning process. The community-driven approach ensures students develop within a supportive trilingual environment.
