Egypt, Cairo
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The educational foundation started by Mr Ayad Ragheb Ayad in 1970 in response to the great need of the Egyptian society. It has a proven record of stability and quality that has led to the graduation of countless pupils over the course of several decades. With more than 50 years of experience in educational management, we decided to complete our obligation to society and to finish what our ancestors started. Welcome to our new premises.
Merryland International School focuses on building character and leadership with the same emphasis as core subjects. The campus includes spaces for social interaction and learning, from the playground to the library, with other facilities to support student life. News and events are shared through a dedicated section and a school newsletter to keep families informed about campus life. The core values guiding the community are Respect, Tolerance, Inclusion, and Excellence.
Parent partnership ties families, pupils and the school together as a vital union to support learning. Parents model MIS values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship. A Home/School Partnership Agreement documents the shared responsibilities of families and the school. Parent Orientation Days and Parent/Teacher Meetings provide formal channels to discuss pupil progress and growth. School Everyday (SEW) and weekly year level plans keep families connected with updates, calendars and announcements. There are clear expectations for parent conduct and participation to foster constructive dialogue and collaboration.
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.