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Egypt, Cairo
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Art and Design Programme encourages creativity through art, craft and design and teaches techniques while engaging with the works of great artists. ICT and Computing Programme develops computational thinking and programming, linking mathematics, science and design to real‑world problems and building digital literacy. Music and Song Programme provides high‑quality music education, supporting performance and appreciation across periods, genres and traditions. The school broadens intellectual horizons through events and competitions such as the Heart to Heart Programme and the El Shona International Biennale.
Art and Design Programme engages students in art, craft and design and teaches design techniques while exploring the works of master artists. Music and Song Programme provides high‑quality music education, inspiring students to develop their love of music and their talent as musicians. Extra-curricular activities include guitar lessons, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, yoga and mindfulness, gardening, arts and crafts and leather work, all presented by trained professionals.
International Department follows the British curriculum to prepare students for the IGCSE, starting at Reception and continuing to Lower Senior Two before the Core IG programme. Egyptian students complete Arabic, Religion and Social Studies under the Egyptian National Curriculum, while French is taught as a second language from Reception. The department supports multicultural engagement through international programmes and activities.
During the school year we offer a variety of extra-curricular activities for students to enjoy. They include guitar lessons, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, yoga and mindfulness, gardening, arts and crafts and leather work. All activities are presented by trained professionals.
Campus Life includes community outreach opportunities such as the Heart to Heart Programme, which brings international experiences to students. The school also participates in service initiatives such as the Volunteer Child programme, in collaboration with the Institute of Cultural Affairs and the United Nations. Students have participated in national environmental campaigns such as Waste 2001 and the Environmental Festival 2000.
Student Council is elected every year by the students and for the students, and serves as the heart and voice of the student body. It promotes involvement, responsibility and planning for the good of the school community and nation. Members learn leadership, teamwork and how to represent peers effectively.
Physical Education and Sports Programme emphasizes health and well‑being, offering competitive sport and physical training, including yoga. The Self‑Awareness Programme, launched in 2007, covers self‑discipline, yoga, effective resolution of challenges, mindfulness, hygiene and nutrition. It also promotes well‑rounded physical and emotional health and concentration.
New Horizon International School is an English-medium day school in Cairo, Egypt offering the British curriculum alongside Egyptian studies for a diverse student body aged 4 to 18. The International Department prepares students for Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel qualifications, starting at Reception and progressing to Lower Senior Two before the Core IG programme leads to IGCSE results. In addition to Arabic, Religion and Social Studies under the Egyptian National Curriculum, French is taught as a second language from Reception. Established in 1993, the school is licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Education and accredited to deliver Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel examinations. Notable features include specialist Arts and Music programmes, the Heart to Heart community initiative, and a range of clubs such as Art and Design, ICT and Computing, and Music and Song. The campus offers sports, wellbeing and leadership activities to support well‑rounded development. A welcoming, inclusive community supports students.
