Egypt, Cairo
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The school has an information technology laboratory with updated computers. Maintenance was carried out on the sports facilities and buildings. The campus promotes a multilingual, bicultural community with two cultures and three languages. The community of teachers, parents, and students collaborates to create a rich learning environment.
The school has sports grounds and buildings. Maintenance was carried out on the sports grounds during the year.
The information technology laboratory has updated equipment, with some computers repaired and others replaced.
The artistic program encourages students to discover new ways to meet intellectual and artistic challenges. The school plans to offer more playful activities during the year. Support courses are offered for students as needed. There are plans to offer after-school French courses for parents; if enough interest is shown, courses will be implemented.
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.