New Horizon International School

Maadi, Cairo, Egypt. Address: 8 Al Ofouk Street, Zahraa Al Maadi City – Sector

3, Maadi – Cairo – Egypt. The school is located in the Maadi district, a residential area in southern Cairo. It is accessible by road from central Cairo.

Reception through Lower Senior Two (10 years of schooling) in the International Department, followed by the Core IG programme leading to IGCSE.

International school (British curriculum) – day school; delivers IGCSE.

Egypt

International Department follows the British curriculum preparing students for the IGCSE. The International Department starts at Reception level up to Lower Senior Two, accounting for 10 years of schooling. After Lower Senior Two, students who successfully pass will continue onto the Core IG programme preparing them to obtain their IGCSE qualification. Egyptian students must complete Arabic, Religion, and Social Studies subjects as provided by the Egyptian National Curriculum. French is taught as a second language from Reception. The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education in Egypt and is accredited to deliver Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE) and Edexcel qualifications.

New Horizon has provided the IGCSE programme since 1998, and is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel under license of the Egyptian Ministry of Education; final subject exams are conducted under the auspices of the British Council in Cairo. Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award winners include Top in the World and Top in Egypt recognitions for individual students. The school publishes monthly assessment reports, holds a mock exam in March, and conducts final exams under Cambridge/British Council in May and October each year.

Graduates pursue higher education at Egyptian and international universities through the IGCSE pathway. The school has Cambridge Beacon School Award status and Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award recipients, including Top in the World and Top in Egypt, with recognition by the British Council, indicating strong university admissions outcomes.

Notable gifts and talents are recognised through Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award winners and Top in the World/Top in Egypt Cambridge Learner Awards; several students have earned scholarships and participated in British Council programs such as Your World competitions.

HAMSA Peace Programme provides peace education to instill ethics and values for global peace. The Peace Culture Programme emphasises humanity, positivity, non-violent communication, compassion, understanding and wisdom in decision making. Heart to Heart Programme extends peace education through international youth engagement, including participation in events like the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. The Self-Awareness Programme, launched in 2007, covers self-discipline and respect, yoga practice, effective resolution of daily challenges, non-violence, hygiene and nutrition, well-rounded physical and emotional health, creative attention, concentration and relaxation techniques. Extra-curricular activities offer a range of pursuits, including guitar, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, yoga and mindfulness, gardening, arts and crafts, all delivered by trained professionals. The Student Council is elected annually by the students and represents the student body, developing responsibility, listening skills, and leadership for the school community and beyond.

The International Department follows the British curriculum preparing students for the IGCSE. The Department starts at Reception level and continues through Lower Senior Two, a ten-year span. After Lower Senior Two, students continue onto the Core IG programme to obtain the IGCSE qualification. Egyptian students must complete Arabic, Religion, and Social Studies as provided by the Egyptian National Curriculum, and French is taught as a second language from Reception. Incoming transfer students must complete entrance tests in English language and Mathematics conducted by New Horizon. The IGCSE programme has been provided since 1998 and is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel International London Examinations; Both accreditations are under license of the Egyptian Ministry of Education and supervised by the British Council in Cairo. The Cambridge Beacon School Award recognises quality and ongoing excellence in the programme.

The Self-Awareness Programme launched in 2007 includes self-discipline and respect, yoga practice, coping with daily challenges, non-violence and compassion, hygiene and nutrition, and aims at promoting well-rounded physical and emotional health, concentration and relaxation techniques. HAMSA Peace Programme fosters peace education to build peaceful individuals and societies, focusing on humanity, non-violent communication, compassion and wisdom. Extra-curricular activities and campus life support wellbeing through mindfulness, yoga and physical activity, with a range of offerings such as guitar, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, gardening and arts and crafts. Overall, the programme integrates mental well-being with academic and community activities to promote resilience and holistic development.

1. Age eligibility and school year: Children entering the National Department at Kindergarten and the International Department at Reception must be 4 years old before September. The school year runs from September to May/June. Acceptance is based on availability and an evaluation of the child's skills and potential. The admissions process begins with submitting an application form for the applying child to the School Front Office. 2. Application: Parents complete an application form with the applying child's photo. The completed form is handed in to the School Front Office. The admissions office handles subsequent steps, including coordinating the assessment when space is available. 3. Supporting documents: The following supporting documents must accompany the application: 4 passport size photographs, copy of both parents' ID, original grades report from previous school, conduct report, vaccination certificate and electronic birth certificate. Complete the medical, transportation, and agreement forms for school files. The registration process will be considered only after all supporting documents have been submitted. 4. Student assessment: An assessment will be arranged once the application form and supporting documents are handed in and pending space availability. All assessments will be arranged through the admissions office. Senior School students must meet with the Head of the IGCSE department before their assessment takes place. Entrance tests for English language and Mathematics are required for transfer to the IGCSE programme. 5. Assessment outcome: Results of the assessment will be disclosed within one week after the assessment has taken place. 6. Parent meeting: A parent meeting will be arranged once the outcome of the assessment is successful. All parent appointments will be arranged through the admissions office.

Jubilee Scholarship is awarded yearly by the British Council to students in recognition of their academic endeavours and personal contribution to their school and local community. Winners attend summer school in the United Kingdom.