Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh
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Sharm International British School is a private day school in Egypt offering the Cambridge CAIE curriculum from early years through Year 12. The curriculum follows Cambridge Assessment International Education programs, leading to Cambridge IGCSEs and Cambridge International AS & A Levels. Egyptian students also study the EMOE curriculum and sit Ministry exams in Arabic language, Religion, Social Studies and Citizenship. Promotion to the next year relies on internal assessments, Cambridge Checkpoint results, Cambridge IG subjects, and EMOE exams. Languages taught include French, German and Arabic, with Humanities, History, Geography, Social Studies and Literature integrated into the programme; computers are used across the curriculum to support learning. The school aims to develop students who are curious, reflective and able to work with information and ideas, prepared for future challenges and capable of making a difference. At the end of upper secondary, students gain Cambridge qualifications alongside the Egyptian national framework globally.
Sharm International British School has 233 pupils.
Block 16 Halomy Street, Naama Bay, Qesm Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai. The campus is in Naama Bay, Sharm El Sheikh. The school can be contacted at +20 100 347 0241 or +20 100 046 4175, and via office@sharminternationalbritishschool.com. School hours for students are Sunday–Thursday 08:00–15:00.
Foundation (FS1 & FS2) through Primary (Year 1–Year 5) and Lower Secondary to Year 12 (IGCSE). Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) prepares students from EY-12.
Private day school offering the Cambridge CAIE curriculum.
Egypt
School days run Sunday to Thursday. Times vary by level: Pre-School 09:30–14:00; FS1–FS2 08:30–14:15; Primary 08:30–14:40; Lower Secondary to Year 12 (IGCSE) 08:00–15:00. The main gate opens at 07:30.
Sharm International British School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE.
Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) programs for EY-12, leading to Cambridge IGCSEs and Cambridge International AS & A Levels. Egyptian students study the EMOE curriculum and pass Ministry exams for Arabic language, Religion, Social Studies and Citizenship. Promotion to the following year requires passing internal school assessments, Cambridge Checkpoint and IG subjects and EMOE exams. Languages taught include French, German and Arabic, with Humanities, History, Geography, Social Studies and Literature taught as part of the curriculum; computers are used across the school curriculum.
Pastoral care is a key element of the school's vision. The school aims to develop each pupil's confidence, self-esteem, independence and integrity. The school promotes a culture of care, respect and traditional values within the school family and the wider community. Personal development is a focus alongside academics. Life skills, health, hygiene and values are emphasized as part of the learning experience.
The school provides a broad and balanced education for all pupils. The school offers various supporting services.
Pastoral care is a priority in the school's vision and personal development is central to the student experience. The school emphasizes life skills, health, hygiene and values alongside academics.
Safeguarding Statement: SIBS take its responsibility seriously in the protection, safeguarding and general welfare of all our pupils. The school's vision is to be a leading school committed to investing in the safety of our pupils where the school management and boards work in partnership with parents, national authorities, UK boards and the British Council in providing a caring and safe environment for all members of the school.