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Curriculum American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), French Curriculum
Taught languages French, German, Arabic, English
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School, High School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Nefertari International School is an Egypt-based institution serving ages 3 to 18, with several language divisions and international curricula. The Cairo Branch and October Branch host American, British, French, German, and International Baccalaureate programs, with the October Branch also offering a Semi-International Division. Established in 1996, the school honors the queen Nefertari, famed for literacy, arts, and influence, and has grown to provide diverse learning pathways. The curriculum spans IGCSE, American, British, French, German, and the IB Diploma Program, supporting students from early years through pre-university study. The campus features smart-board classrooms for 15–30 students, science laboratories, two computer labs, and two libraries, plus a KG video/playroom, a music room, and art workshops. Sports facilities include a handball court, football pitches, volleyball and basketball courts, and a gym, with an on-site health clinic and campus canteen. Extracurriculars are grouped into Sports, Arts and Design, Music, and Skills, promoting leadership, collaboration, and creative inquiry.
Nefertari International School has instruction in English, Arabic, German, French.
Location
Two branches in Egypt: Cairo and 6 October City. Cairo branch is located at 29 Ismailia Desert Rd, El-Nahda, Al Salam First, Cairo Governorate 4650010; the 6 October City branch serves the October area.
Stages
National Division; American Division; French Division; British Division; German Division; IB Division (Admissions indicate Baby Class to Year 12).
Type
International school with multiple language/division options (American, British, French, German, and IB divisions).
Country affiliation
Egypt
Bus service
GPS-tracked and CCTV-monitored buses.
Fees
Application and admission fees
- A one-time non‑refundable admission fee is required to reserve a place once a student is accepted; this fee must be paid within seven days of acceptance for admitted applicants. Internal transfers between Nefertari divisions do not require an application fee.
Tuition fees (by division and year group; instalment breakdown shown where published)
- American Division — October branch (tuition and instalments for the 2024/2025 academic year): - Baby Class (BC): EGP 46,000 total; Activities fee EGP 700. Instalments — Down payment of 1st instalment EGP 11,850; Rest of 1st instalment EGP 23,350; 2nd instalment EGP 11,500. Book fees will be defined in August. - KG1: EGP 99,200 total; Activities fee EGP 700. Instalments — Down payment EGP 25,150; Rest of 1st instalment EGP 49,950; 2nd instalment EGP 24,800. Book fees listed per grade. - KG2: EGP 99,200 total; Activities fee EGP 700. Instalments — Down payment EGP 25,150; Rest of 1st instalment EGP 49,950; 2nd instalment EGP 24,800. - Grades 1–5: EGP 101,900 total for Grades 1–5; Activities fee EGP 700. Instalments shown per grade: Down payment (approx. EGP 25,825), Rest of 1st instalment (approx. EGP 51,300), 2nd instalment (approx. EGP 25,475) — amounts vary by grade and are published per grade. Higher grades have higher totals (see Grades 6–12 in published list). Book fees are shown per grade or announced in August. - Grades 6–8: EGP 109,100 total (Grades 6–8); Grade 9–11: EGP 116,400 total (Grades 9–11); Grade 12: EGP 130,960 total. Each grade shows the same three‑part instalment breakdown (down payment of 1st instalment, rest of 1st instalment, 2nd instalment) and a small activities fee. Book fees are specified per grade where shown.
- British / IGCSE Division — International divisions (published notice for 2026/2027): - For the international divisions (example published figures for 2026/2027 Foundation Stage): Baby Class: total tuition EGP 75,000 with instalments shown as Down payment of 1st instalment EGP 19,000; Rest of 1st instalment EGP 38,000; 2nd instalment EGP 18,000. FS1: total tuition EGP 85,000 (installments: EGP 22,000 / 42,000 / 21,000). FS2: total tuition EGP 95,000 (installments: EGP 24,000 / 48,000 / 23,000). Tuition fees do not include bus and book fees; book fees are announced later and due with the August instalment. A 10% sibling discount is published for second and subsequent children.
- Semi‑International and National divisions — representative published figures and notes: - Semi‑International (example published earlier): early years and primary totals ranged (example: Baby/KG/Primary totals listed in past published fee lists) and instalment breakdown is the same three‑part schedule. Bus fees for 6th of October branch were previously published as EGP 18,000 (inside October) and EGP 20,000 (outside October) in sample fee lists. Book fees are defined and announced in August and are additional to tuition. Bus and book fees are not included in the tuition totals shown.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing schedule: school fees are invoiced and payable in three instalments each scholastic year: - 1st part of the 1st instalment: due 1 May (deadline 15 May); - Rest of the 1st instalment: due 1 August (deadline 15 August); - 2nd instalment: due 1 December (deadline 15 December).
- The first part of the first instalment acts as the reservation fee for the following scholastic year; failure to pay by the deadline may result in the student not being enrolled for the next scholastic year. Late payments on the 2nd and 3rd instalments incur a fine of 1% of the unpaid amount per week. Bus fees are payable with the first instalment and the bus fee is non‑refundable if paid.
Boarding fees
- No boarding program or boarding fees are published for Nefertari International Schools; the schools operate as day schools and associated fees published relate to tuition, books, activities and transportation.
Other costs and recurring additional fees
- Bus / transportation fees: Bus service fees are additional to tuition. Bus deposits or full bus fees are due with the May instalment; published sample figures (for specific branches and years) have included amounts such as EGP 18,000–20,000 (branch and route dependent). The bus fee is payable annually with the first instalment and is non‑refundable in general school policy.
- Books and learning materials: Book fees are additional to tuition. Book fees are announced ahead of the academic year (commonly in August) and are due with the August instalment where published. Some grades list a separate book fee in the published fee breakdown.
- Activities and extracurricular fees: Small activities fees are published per grade in some divisions (example: an Activities fee of EGP 700 appears in the American division fee list). Other extracurricular or optional program fees may be charged separately.
- Uniforms and name tags: School uniform must be purchased through the school's designated uniform shop; parents are responsible for the cost of uniforms and replacement name tags.
Refund and cancellation policy
- Initial enrollment/admission fees and reservation deposits are non‑refundable once paid. Tuition fees are treated as annual expenses and are not refundable once the school year has started, in accordance with the published tuition/refund policy referencing applicable ministerial decrees. The bus fee is specifically stated as non‑refundable in the published policy. Refunds of tuition or other fees before the start of the school year are subject to the school's published admission and refund rules.
Fee payment options
- Online payments: Nefertari International Schools operate an online payment facility (SuperPay) and use an online Student Management System for applications and payments; families are instructed to pay online via the school's payment platform where the admission workflow indicates “pay online.”
- On‑site / accounting office payments: Fees can be settled at the school accounting/finance office as part of the enrolment and invoicing process; payment methods accepted at the office include bank transfer or card on the school's payment gateway as available through the school accounting channels. The school issues fee invoices and parents settle according to the instalment schedule.
Published discounts and concessions
- A published sibling discount of 10% on tuition fees applies for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th child in some international‑division fee notices. Graduates and returning families have published concessions in specific policies for some branches (details are applied at registration).
(End of fees summary.)
Academics
Nefertari International School teaches American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers multiple international curricula across its divisions: IGCSE Division; American Division; British Division; French Division; German Division; and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP). The Cairo Branch and October Branch host these divisions, with the October Branch also offering a Semi-International Division. The IGCSE Division began in 1998; the American Division in 2002; the British Division in 2009; the German Division in 2016; and the IB Diploma Program was added in 2017.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Nefertari International School Graduate Profile defines Empowered, Engaged, and Authentic learners who are well educated, self-confident and able to communicate effectively. Students are encouraged to contribute to their community, build positive relationships, and respect diversity, working collaboratively and showing integrity. Intercultural education and global citizenship are embedded in the curriculum, with local and international activities and events, student and teacher exchanges with Denmark and Germany, MUN and community service. This framework fosters empathy, collaboration and global awareness across subjects and activities.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through a designated safeguarding lead (the School Counselor) and a safeguarding team. The policy includes assemblies addressing bullying and promoting positive behavior, a structured reporting system, and measures to maintain a safe environment (including CCTV, bus matrons, and staff duties). Staff are trained to respond to concerns, and safeguarding procedures emphasize confidentiality and timely action. Online safety and digital citizenship are highlighted as part of safeguarding and student welfare.
Safeguarding
NIS provides a safe and secure environment for staff and students, with adherence to Egyptian Child Law no. 12 (1996, amended 2014). The policy aims to reduce abuse risk, protect pupils, and ensure appropriate procedures are in place for safety. A Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy establishes a Child Safeguarding Management Team (including the Designated Safeguarding Lead/School Counselor, the principal, a governing body representative, HR, a legal advisor, and a community representative). The policy defines abuse and outlines procedures for reporting and handling allegations, as well as rules for visitors, staff and student privacy. Online safety and digital risk management are integral to safeguarding.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Online application: Use the online admission platform to apply for your child without needing to visit the school. The platform describes the process after you begin. New applications and transfers from abroad are accepted throughout the year according to availability. The admissions policy can be reviewed before applying, and applications are checked on an individual basis. The admissions office operates Sunday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
2. Assessment booking and fees: Settle the assessment fees to confirm your booking. Attend the assessment and family interview on the scheduled date. If nervous, the school may invite the child to retake the assessment at its discretion. Acceptance is contingent upon passing the admission assessment. Settle the assessment fees to confirm your booking.
3. Notification and documents: Parents will be notified within 72 hours of testing via phone about whether the student has met the admission standards. If eligible, submit the required documents; check the Required Documents section.
4. Interview with school leadership and DP1: A meeting is scheduled for the parents and the student with the school Principal and Headmistress to explain the School Guiding Statements and terms of School-Parent Code of Conduct (Pre-IB and DP1). The DP1 interview will assess suitability and discuss available subject options.
5. Reserve the place: A one-time admission fee is due within 7 days to reserve a place for the school year applied for (Pre-IB and DP1).
FAQs
What curriculum divisions does Nefertari offer?
The school offers American, British, French, German, and IB programmes. The October Branch also has a Semi-International Division. Multiple language divisions serve diverse families.
How many campuses does the school have?
Nefertari operates Cairo Branch and October Branch campuses, both hosting multiple curriculum divisions with diverse international programmes.
When was the school founded?
Nefertari International School was established in 1996, named after Queen Nefertari who was famed for literacy, arts, and influence.
Who leads the school?
The school is led by Mrs. Nadia Hafez, overseeing American, British, French, German, IB and Semi-International divisions.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 18 across all curriculum divisions and both campus locations.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, Nefertari is co-educational across all divisions and campuses.
What makes the school distinctive?
Five international curriculum divisions plus Semi-International across two campuses offers unmatched pathway choice. Named after Queen Nefertari with a heritage dating to 1996.
What IB programme is offered?
The International Baccalaureate programme is available alongside American, British, French, and German divisions at both campus locations.
Where are the campuses located?
The Cairo Branch and October Branch serve families across greater Cairo, with both campuses offering multiple curriculum divisions.
What languages are available as curriculum tracks?
Students can follow American, British, French, German, or IB tracks, with each providing instruction in the corresponding language tradition alongside Arabic.
