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Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Arabic, French, German
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Merryland International School Cairo is a British-affiliated international school delivering the Cambridge International Curriculum for core subjects and the English National Curriculum for non-core subjects, with Arabic, Islamic Education and Arabic Social Studies following the Ministry of Education curriculum. The school serves learners aged 3 to 16, organized in Cambridge phases: Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2, Key Stage 3, and Key Stage 4, with Year 6 and Year 8 Checkpoints and Year 9 IGCSE, followed by IGCSE/AS/A‑Levels from Year 10. Founded in 1970 by Ayad Ragheb Ayad, the school has over 50 years of experience and operates from new premises. Facilities include air-conditioned KG classrooms, science labs, computer labs, a maths lab, a library, an AV room and dining spaces. The sports program features multi-purpose playgrounds, indoor and outdoor facilities and a swimming pool. The arts are emphasised through music and art spaces, with performing arts playing a key role in creativity.
Merryland International School - Cairo has instruction in English, Arabic.
Location
The MIS campus is in New Cairo, on the Ring Road. The address is 2 El Nakhil Compound, 1st Settlement, New Cairo, Cairo, Egypt - 11865. The surroundings are described as bright and modern.
Stages
Foundation Stage (EYFS) with FS1 and FS2; Key Stage 1 with Year 1 and Year 2; Key Stage 2 with Year 3-6; Key Stage 3 with Year 7-9; Key Stage 4 with Year 10-12.
Type
International school following the Cambridge International Curriculum (CIE) and the National Curriculum of England for non-core subjects; Arabic, Islamic Education and Arabic Social Studies follow the Ministry of Education.
Additional learning support
School counsellor is available; there is a formal concerns process for pupil learning, behaviour and wellbeing.
Country affiliation
British
School day structure
Regular school day runs 8:00 am to 2:50 pm. Gates open at 7:30 am; arrival is 7:30–7:45 am; morning assembly 7:45–8:00 am; buses leave campus at 2:50 pm. Extra-curricular activities run after school until 4:15 pm on one day per week, with bus service available for those using the bus.
Bus service
Bus service provided; starts on the first day of school in the afternoon. Districts served include First Settlement, Fifth Settlement, Katameya, Rehab, Sherouk/Madinaty, Heliopolis, Nasr City and Maadi.
Fees
Application / Assessment / Registration fees - Assessment (application) fee: EGP 1,000 (payable at the time of assessment). - Re-registration / registration fee (one-off or annual re‑registration charge): EGP 7,500 (applies at the point of registration or re-registration).
Tuition fees (per year and per term) - Published headline: annual tuition starts at approximately EGP 90,500. This is the only published numeric tuition figure available for Merryland International School (New Cairo) in public school listings; detailed per-year-group and per-term breakdowns are not published publicly. - There is no publicly available, full table of tuition by year group showing exact per-term and per-year prices for every grade. Detailed per-grade and per-term charges must be obtained directly from the school's admissions/finance office.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school's public pages do not publish a detailed billing schedule or the standard payment terms (number of instalments, due dates, late-fee policy, discounts for annual payment, etc.). Information related to fees and payment is provided through the school's admissions portal during the finalisation of an online application.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - Merryland International School (New Cairo) operates as a day school; there is no published information indicating a boarding provision or boarding fees. Therefore, boarding fees are not applicable.
Other costs and compulsory extras - Uniform: a full uniform policy is published (summer and winter items listed) but item prices are not published; families must budget separately for uniform purchase. - Transport: bus/transport services are offered across multiple districts; specific transport fees are provided when finalising admission through the school portal (transport fees are not published as fixed rates on public pages). - Books, resources, activities: some school listings indicate that books, activities and certain resources may be included within tuition, but a clear, line-by-line list of which items are included versus charged separately is not published publicly. Parents should expect additional costs for optional activities, exams (where relevant), and consumables unless explicitly included in a provided invoice.
Refund information - A published refund policy or detailed terms for fee refunds (for withdrawal before term start, mid-term withdrawal, or other scenarios) is not available on the school's public pages. Refund terms are managed by the school and are provided through the admissions/finance office or the school's contract at the point of enrolment.
Fee payment options - The school's public materials do not publish an explicit list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit/debit card, cheque, or in‑person cash). Parents will receive payment instructions and available payment channels when completing admission and registration via the school portal or finance office.
Summary of findings and remaining information needed - Available, specific numeric items found: assessment fee EGP 1,000; re-registration/registration fee EGP 7,500; and a published starting annual tuition approximate figure of EGP 90,500. - Not published on public pages: a full tuition schedule by year group showing per-term and per-year figures; a detailed billing schedule and payment terms (due dates, instalment counts, late payment penalties, discounts); transport price schedules; uniform prices; a published refund policy; and explicit payment method options. These items are handled through the school's admissions/finance process and the school portal at the time of application or acceptance.
Academics
Merryland International School - Cairo teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 16.
Curriculum
MIS follows the Cambridge International Curriculum (CIE) for the core subjects and the National Curriculum of England for the non-core subjects. The Arabic, Islamic Education and Arabic Social Studies curricula follow the statutory curriculum of the Ministry of Education. The curriculum is organised in Cambridge-based phases: Foundation Stage (EYFS, FS1, FS2); Key Stage 1 (Year 1–2); Key Stage 2 (Year 3–6); Key Stage 3 (Year 7–9); and Key Stage 4 (Year 10–12). Checkpoint exams and Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A‑Level progression are described in the school's academic framework (Year 6 and Year 8 Checkpoints; Year 9 IGCSE; Year 10 onward IGCSE/AS/A‑Levels). This structure blends international and Egyptian curriculum requirements to support pupils across the Cambridge and MOE frameworks.
Gifted and Talented
Enrichment activities are included to broaden the curriculum and support pupils' development; MIS newsletters describe EYFS and other year groups engaging in enrichment experiences.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school focuses on building character and leadership with the same intensity that it applies to teaching the main core subjects, and upholds Respect, Tolerance, Inclusion, and Excellence as core values.
Mental Wellbeing
MIS provides a calm and caring environment that helps all pupils to grow in confidence and self-esteem as learners.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions are open for the 2026-2027 academic year. MIS online admission is now open for the new academic year 2026-2027.
Step 1: Start filling the application form HERE. The online admission is open for the 2026-2027 academic year. Submitting the application provides a username and password which will be provided. The admissions office will contact you shortly to schedule the parent's interview and the child's assessment appointment.
Step 2: Save the username and password provided after you submit your application. Keep the login credentials safe for future access. The admissions portal uses these credentials to track progress. The application status can be checked later by using the link below the Admissions menu.
Step 3: The admissions office will contact you shortly to schedule the parent's interview and the child's assessment appointment. The interview involves both parents and the child's assessment. Appointments are arranged after submission to complete the evaluation process.
Step 4: Kindly bring all the required documents on the day of the interview. The documents for assessment include the applicant's birth certificate or passport copy for non-Egyptians; copies of identification for both parents; copies of both parents' university certificates; a health and vaccination report (required prior to completing registration); and a nursery report where applicable for Pre-school and FS1. A confidential letter of good conduct is mandatory for grade 7 and up, and end-of-year reports for the past two years plus the most recent school reports for the current academic year must be provided, with papers from outside Egypt attested by the embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Egypt if applicable. Upon acceptance, eight recent color passport photographs; a passport copy of the student (for English spelling purposes); a recent original utility bill indicating the home address; a Non-Egyptian Student's Admissions Letter (issued by the Educational Administration Office in New Cairo, only for non-Egyptian passport holders); and an attested Sequence of Years Certificate are required.
Step 5: Check your application status, using your username and password provided in step 2, by clicking HERE or the 'Check Status' option below the Admissions menu.
FAQs
What curriculum does Merryland International School follow?
The school delivers the Cambridge International Curriculum for core subjects and the English National Curriculum for non-core subjects. Arabic, Islamic Education and Arabic Social Studies follow MOE curriculum.
What age range does the school serve?
Merryland serves learners aged 3 to 16, from Foundation Stage through Key Stage 4 with Year 6 and Year 8 Checkpoints and Year 9 IGCSE.
When was the school founded?
Merryland International School Cairo was founded in 2020, providing Cambridge International education in the Cairo area.
Who leads the school?
The school is led by Ms. Heba Helmy, overseeing Cambridge curriculum delivery across all key stages.
What examination milestones exist?
Students complete Year 6 and Year 8 Cambridge Checkpoints and Year 9 IGCSE examinations as progression milestones through the Cambridge pathway.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, Merryland is a co-educational school welcoming both boys and girls from Foundation Stage through Key Stage 4.
What languages are included?
English is the primary instruction language. Arabic, Islamic Education and Arabic Social Studies are taught following the Ministry of Education curriculum.
What is the British curriculum connection?
The school is British-affiliated and delivers the English National Curriculum for non-core subjects alongside Cambridge International for core academic subjects.
How are the key stages organised?
Cambridge phases include Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2, Key Stage 3, and Key Stage 4 with progressive assessment through Checkpoints and IGCSE.
Where is the school located?
Merryland International School is in Cairo, Egypt, serving families with Cambridge-based British international education.
