New Vision International School

Located in Giza, Egypt, on Sheikh Zayed Road in the Beverly Hills area of Giza (Giza 12588). The postal address is New Vision International School Giza P.O Box 120.

IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP (international school).

Special Education Needs policy; Inclusion Program with a Learning Support Centre; ESL Intervention Program to support English language learners.

Egypt

NVIS buses cover many areas in Sheikh Zayed and Giza Governorate, in addition to several compounds within the area.

The school offers IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school is an IB World School with PYP (2012), MYP (2016), and DP (2019). The school has an American education option.

The school emphasizes the dignity and worth of each student and the responsibilities to self and society. It builds a strong foundation for academic achievement, inquiry and critical thinking, personal creativity, and 21st-century skills. The school believes all children are capable of learning and supports each student to reach maximum potential and individual capabilities. The school develops the social skills needed to function in an international society and fosters intercultural understanding and global citizenship. It provides an inclusive, caring learning environment that supports social-emotional development and encourages collaboration among students, families, and staff.

The school has an Inclusion Policy that supports learning for all students by addressing individual needs and enabling access to mainstream IB programs. It ensures equality of opportunity for students with special needs and normally provides accommodations within the mainstream setting. The school follows IB inclusion guidelines, differentiates instruction, and uses Individual Education Plans to tailor education for SEN students. Identification and support are systematic: entry assessments, ongoing progress monitoring, learning support coordination, and regular IEP reviews. The Learning Support Centre provides supplementary teaching and coordinates with staff and families; ESL/ESOL support is available. The school adheres to Egyptian ministry regulations and UN conventions promoting inclusive education.

Language is central to learning; all teachers are language teachers and all students are language learners; multilingualism is a resource; mother tongue maintenance is a right. Language of Instruction is English from age 3; Arabic is Language A (mother tongue) from age 3; Additional Languages (French or German) are offered from Grade 1, with self-taught options in DP. ESL/ESOL support is provided during the school day by certified staff; non-native Arabic learners receive tailored Arabic lessons. In PYP, MYP, and DP, English and Arabic serve as Language A, Language B offerings include French or German; non-core language supports intercultural understanding; DP includes options between Arabic and English. Classrooms are language-rich and home language reading is encouraged.

The school prioritizes mental health and wellbeing as part of inclusive education. The Inclusion Policy states that all pupils with SEND have needs identified to support progression and continued good physical, mental health and wellbeing. The Learning Support Centre collaborates with teachers and counselors to develop individualized plans (IEPs) that address personal skills and wellbeing. Regular meetings among parents, teachers, and specialists monitor progress and adjust plans as needed. The school fosters a supportive environment that promotes social-emotional development and participation in school life.

The school has safeguarding and child protection measures designed to protect students from harm and neglect. It ensures the safety of students through a balanced curriculum, inclusive practices, and clear roles and responsibilities for staff, parents, and students. Safeguarding oversight involves the Learning Support Coordinator, IB Coordinator, and school leadership, with procedures for reporting concerns and updating families. The school aligns with IB policies and Egyptian regulations to uphold safeguarding standards and regularly reviews its policies to maintain best practices. Partnerships with families and professionals support safeguarding across the school community.

1. Fill in an Application Form in the admissions department. An application must be paid to set an appointment for student assessment, with the payment made in the Accounting Department. 2. Parents provide their child's previous year report card from the previous school where appropriate. 3. An appointment is arranged with the Admissions office for assessment. 4. A Family interview is set with the Student Affairs Head / School Principal after the written assessment. 5. An acceptance/refusal telephone call is received within one week to inform you of the interview and assessment's results. 6. In case of acceptance, registration fees are required to be paid within 7 days of receiving the acceptance phone call. 7. The Registration fee has to be paid in the school's Accounting Department or the bank, and a receipt should be provided to the admissions office in case of bank payment. 8. Documents needed before Registration: - 10 passport-sized photos; - Computerized Birth Certificate (original copy); - Copy of the parents' IDs; - Copy of the Medical Report (from nursery till grade Gr. 1 only). 9. Documents needed in case of Transfer: - Transfer Application (4 original copies stamped from both schools and from their Educational Zones); - Achievement Report (pre-primary not included); - Final School Report; - Attendance report; - Discipline (Behavior) report. 10. Additional documents needed: - For Egyptian student coming from another country: Returning form; - For foreign student studying in Egypt: Visa/Residency form.