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Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Manaret Heliopolis International School (MHIS) is an Egyptian international school serving students aged 3 to 17. It is IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP, alongside the American Curriculum and AP courses, with a DP pathway that includes a US High School Diploma. English is the language of instruction; Arabic is taught in a bilingual framework and a third language (French or German) is offered, with Arabic integrated through MOE curriculum. MHIS provides mother‑tongue support and a Guided Reading Program. Facilities include a school library, digital learning tools, and the Toddle Learning System; Classter runs information system. The school hosts DELF/DALF French certification and a German language partnership with ÄDK. MHIS emphasizes experiential learning through IB‑aligned projects, robotics competitions such as World Robot Olympiad, and cultural/service activities like Egyptian Culture and Identity. Admissions can be explored via a virtual tour; school days run 7:45am–2:30pm, Sunday–Wednesday, with Thursday ECAs 12:30–2:45pm.
Manaret Heliopolis International School has 230 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English, Arabic.
Location
The school is located on Hazem Salah Street, Ext. Mostafa El Nahas, Nasr City, Cairo 11351. It is in Nasr City, a district of Cairo, Egypt. The address places it within eastern Cairo.
Stages
Pre-K to Grade 12 (PYP1 – DP2)
Type
IB World School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme and Diploma Programme
Country affiliation
Egypt
School day structure
School classes begin at 7:45am and end at 2:30pm Sunday–Wednesday, with a 12:30pm dismissal on Thursday.
Bus service
Buses are available and are fully equipped with safety belts and a matron to assist students.
Fees
Annual tuition at Manaret Heliopolis International School ranges from EGP 58,850 to EGP 103,000 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - Pre‑K / FS1 (youngest preschool year): EGP 58,850. - KG1: EGP 80,250. - KG2: EGP 80,250. - Grade 1: EGP 89,350. - Grade 2: EGP 89,350. - Grade 3: EGP 89,350. - Grade 4: EGP 92,750. - Grade 5: EGP 92,750. - Grade 6: EGP 103,000. - Grade 7: EGP 103,000. - Grade 8: EGP 103,000. - Grade 9: EGP 103,000. - Grade 10: EGP 103,000. - Grade 11: EGP 103,000. - Grade 12: EGP 0 (no public figure listed for final upper year on the compiled table). These annual tuition figures reflect the most recently compiled public fee schedule published in early 2026.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is published and billed on an annual basis (annual tuition amounts shown above). - Ancillary one‑time and recurring charges (application, registration, books, bus) are billed in addition to annual tuition.
Boarding fees - No boarding program is listed among the school's facilities; boarding is not applicable. Transport (school bus) is offered as a separate paid service.
Other recurring or optional costs - School bus (annual): around EGP 19,000 – EGP 22,000 depending on route and provider. - Uniform: school uniform required (standard items: dark blue trousers; pink or light blue school polo shirts by PYP stage). Parents are responsible for uniform purchase and replacement. - Additional optional costs: extracurricular activity fees, international‑trip charges, examination fees for IB or external language exams, and any specialist course materials are charged separately where applicable (amounts vary by activity and year).
Refund information - No detailed published refund schedule (for withdrawal, term‑time refunds, or refundable deposits) is available in the school's publicly compiled fee listings. Application and registration fees are customarily billed as one‑time charges; application fees are normally non‑refundable under typical international school practice. Specific refund entitlements and any pro‑rata tuition calculations are handled through the school's formal admissions/finance procedures.
Fee payment options - Fees are presented as annual amounts and the school provides an online payment portal for parent payments. No public, itemized list of accepted payment methods (specific bank account details, card brands accepted, or international payment partners) is published in the publicly compiled fee summaries. Parents should use the school's published finance channels for invoicing and payment processing.
Notes on sourcing and availability - The figures above derive from the school's most recently compiled public fee schedules as captured in early 2026; some third‑party published compilations show small differences for specific grades or years. Where a precise final figure for a single upper grade was not listed in the compiled table, that line is shown as unavailable above.
Academics
Manaret Heliopolis International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 17.
Curriculum
The school teaches the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP); it is IB Authorized for PYP, MYP and DP.
Student Teacher Ratio
The school has 8 PYP sections with 18 students per class and 2 teachers per class. It has 5 MYP sections with 21 students per class.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a safe, open-minded and engaging learning environment and focuses on student well-being through gender equality, differentiation, self-reflection, social awareness, civic responsibility, knowledge, and personal growth.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special academic support is offered at the discretion of the school.
Mental Wellbeing
Student well-being is a core focus of the school's mission, with a safe, open-minded environment designed to support mental wellbeing.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions Policy: PYP 1 accepts without academic prerequisites; prospective students at these levels are interviewed and must be toilet-trained and able to speak and follow simple instructions. All other prospective students take relevant assessment tests in a number of subjects to determine if the student has attained the minimum standard for each subject. MHIS then makes final placement decisions and can offer special academic support at its discretion. Appointments for assessment testing can be made by contacting the admission office through the school phone numbers or email address. Admissions Process: 1. Admission Application filled out. 2. Copies of transcripts of previous school work must be submitted during application, or at assessment if online. 3. Student takes entrance exams in English and Math. 4. Interview with both parents. 5. Test results and former school records are used to assist in class placement scheduling. Registration Requirements: Completed Registration Form (or Online Registration). Original Birth Certificate or copy of passport (for foreign students). Medical Certificate/Report. From previous school: Official transcript and/or originals of relevant documents. Admissions Payment Form (completed by the Administration and signed by both Administration and parent). 6 passport photos (size 4x6). From a non-American English Language school: the student's age must be appropriate for grade level. Denial of admission may be due to incomplete transcripts/records, low admission test scores and/or poor academic records, a history of disciplinary problems or substance abuse problems, or if classes at MHIS have reached their maximum enrollment numbers. FAQ: Opening times are 7:45am start; students should be at school by 7:40am; school ends 2:30pm Sunday–Wednesday and 12:30pm on Thursday. Thursday Extra Curricular Activities (ECA) run from 12:30pm to 2:45pm. Buses are available; a form can be requested from reception after the parent interview. Uniform: Dark blue trousers for all sections; pink polo shirt for PYP 1–3 and light blue for PYP 4–8.
Scholarships
MHIS Scholarships: The purpose of this scholarship is to find and accommodate the talents of the very best students in Cairo and offer a place at a thriving IB International School of the highest degree. By joining MHIS, candidates will be offered the chance to earn an IB Diploma, one of the world's most recognized and valued.
FAQs
What curriculum does MHIS offer?
MHIS is an IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP alongside the American Curriculum with AP courses. The DP pathway includes a US High School Diploma.
What learning support is available?
The school provides mother-tongue support and a Guided Reading programme. The curriculum integrates Arabic through MOE requirements and offers third language choice of French or German.
How many students attend?
MHIS has approximately 230 students, providing an intimate learning community with personal attention across all IB and American programmes.
What languages are taught?
English is the primary language of instruction. Arabic is taught in a bilingual framework through MOE curriculum. A third language, French or German, is offered.
Who leads the school?
The school is led by Mrs. Reham Elmenoufy AbdelAzim, overseeing IB and American curriculum delivery across all year groups.
What qualifications can students achieve?
Students can achieve the IB Diploma Programme alongside the US High School Diploma. AP courses and the full IB continuum provide internationally recognised qualifications.
What age range does the school serve?
MHIS serves students aged 3 to 17, from early years through the IB Diploma and American High School Diploma pathways.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, MHIS is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls across all IB and American curriculum pathways.
Where is the school located?
The school is in the Heliopolis area of Cairo, serving the local and international community with IB and American education.
What is the school's bilingual approach?
English is the instruction language with Arabic integrated through MOE curriculum in a bilingual framework. A third language adds further multilingual development.
Does the school offer AP courses?
Yes, Advanced Placement courses are available alongside the IB Diploma Programme and US High School Diploma, providing additional university preparation options.
What is IB World School status?
MHIS is authorised as an IB World School to deliver PYP, MYP, and DP. This confirms the school meets IB standards for all three programmes.
