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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, BTEC Qualification
Taught languages English, Arabic, French
Typical class size 5
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
The Continental School of Cairo operates a three‑school campus on one site, comprising CIS (a British international school), CLS (an Egyptian National Curriculum school taught in English), and CSC (a British Special Education school). It serves pupils aged 4 to 17, with approximately 1,000 students across the three schools. The English‑medium curriculum follows the British National Curriculum, with core subjects English, Mathematics and Science and additional subjects including Arabic, History-Geography, Music, Computer Studies, Art and Craft, and Physical Education. Cambridge Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Pearson BTEC Vocational qualifications are offered for older students. The school is licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Education and authorized by UCLES to prepare students for IGCSE examinations. The campus features custom‑built classrooms with displays of student work, a dedicated Lower School Library, a health centre with a full‑time doctor, outdoor play areas and a shallow pool for younger students. Sports facilities include a football court, basketball and volleyball courts, and a swimming pool; teams compete regionally. An Autism Unit with tailored programmes and therapies supports diverse learners, and each student receives an Individual Learning Plan after a six‑week observation, discussed with parents.
The Continental School Cairo has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 5, instruction in English, Arabic.
Location
The Continental School of Cairo is located in El Obour City, 7th Zone, Cairo. It is about 30 minutes by car from Heliopolis. The Ismailia Desert Road and Maadi Ring Road serve as main routes to the school.
Stages
Early Years (Foundation, KG1, KG2); Primary and Senior Schools (CIS & CLS); Special Education (CSC).
Type
Three-school campus comprising a British international school (CIS), an Egyptian National Curriculum school taught in English (CLS), and a British Special Education school (CSC).
Additional learning support
CSC provides tailored programmes for students with learning difficulties and SEND.
Country affiliation
Egypt.
Bus service
The campus is served by a fleet of modern and air conditioned school buses.
Fees
Application fees and registration - A registration/application fee is required to reserve a place; the school requires payment of the registration fee before a place can be held. - The school issues formal fee schedules (including registration requirements) directly to parents on request rather than publishing a public detailed price list.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - A detailed, line-by-line tuition schedule showing per-term and per-year fees for each year group is not publicly posted. Published, third‑party references give only indicative annual ranges for the Continental School of Cairo: one report has cited past-year annual fees in the range EGP 51,000–85,000, and other listings show fees starting at around EGP 85,000; these figures should be treated as indicative only and are not a full per-year, per-term breakdown.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and associated academic fees are payable before a pupil is enrolled. The school issues invoices and requires settlement before enrolment is completed. - The school uses a parent app and an online payment process for fee transactions; exact instalment options (for example annual vs termly billing, or permitted instalment plans) and invoice due dates are not publicly detailed.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - The Continental School of Cairo operates as a day school (campus services include an on-site cafeteria and a fleet of school buses for transport). There is no published information indicating the school provides boarding; accordingly, no boarding fees apply.
Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniforms: The school operates a uniform and supplies store for parents to purchase required items. Parents should expect separate charges for uniform items. - Meals: On-site cafeteria/restaurant meals are offered; parents using the service will incur meal charges (pre-order options are available for younger children). - Transport: The school operates a fleet of air-conditioned buses; transport is typically charged separately from tuition though a public bus‑fee schedule is not published. - External exam and assessment fees: Cambridge/IGCSE (and other external) examination entry fees and related exam administration costs are charged in addition to tuition; these exam entry fees are set by the examining bodies and/or the school's exam centre and are billed separately. - Typical additional charges that are commonly invoiced separately include school trips, extracurricular clubs, textbooks and stationery, specialist-service fees, and any optional or bespoke therapy/support sessions; specific amounts and which items are charged separately are not publicly listed.
Refund information - No publicly posted, line-by-line refund policy or detailed refund table for registration/tuition deposits, term withdrawals, or exam fees is available in the public materials located. The school's admissions notes make clear fees are payable prior to enrolment; specific refund terms and any conditions (for example refundable deposits, notice periods, or partial refunds) are not published in the publicly available pages.
Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods include payment by Visa/credit card and bank transfer; the school supports secure online payments via its parent app or a third‑party payment provider. Specific processors, bank account details, or card surcharges are not published in a public fee schedule.
Brief summary of findings and gaps - A full, current per-year and per-term fee schedule (including precise application/registration fee amounts, per-year tuition broken down by year group and term, formal refund rules, term dates for billing, and itemised boarding/transport/uniform prices) is not publicly posted. Available public references supply only indicative annual ranges and general statements about payments and services; they do not provide the required detailed per‑year, per‑term fee breakdown for 2026/27 (or for 2025/26) that you requested.
Academics
The Continental School Cairo teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, BTEC Qualification for students aged 4 to 17.
Curriculum
The Continental School of Cairo follows the British National Curriculum with English as the medium of instruction. The academic curriculum is based on the British National Curriculum, with core subjects English, Mathematics and Science and additional subjects including Arabic, Topics History-Geography, Music, Computer Studies, Art and Craft, and Physical Education. The school provides an Autism Unit and additional therapies such as Speech and Language Therapy, Psychology, and Physiotherapy. The Vocational curriculum includes BTEC programmes for age 14+. Each student receives an Individual Learning Plan after a six-week observation and assessment period, and ILPs are discussed with parents. The school is licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Education and is authorized by UCLES to prepare students with special educational needs for IGCSE examinations.
Student Teacher Ratio
Most classes operate on a 5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Continental School of Cairo provides a caring, happy and stimulating learning environment. It aims to develop a child's full potential academically, socially and physically. Growing up is about knowing oneself, and teachers foster these developments, especially where there is a special need, with extra help and encouragement. The school intends to send children into adult life with self esteem, self confidence, self respect and a sense of responsibility towards others. Here at the Continental School of Cairo, children are given the opportunity to grow with personal fulfillment.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
CSC is a British International school for learners with SEND. It caters for learners with mild to moderate learning difficulties through individually tailored programmes. The Autism Unit serves children on the spectrum through the UNC TEACCH program. An Individual Learning Plan is issued at the start of the academic year and is discussed with parents to ensure ongoing collaboration; 1:1 education is provided as needed. Additional therapies include Speech & Language Therapy with a full-time clinician, a full-time School Psychologist and Physiotherapy. Vocational classes lead to Pearson BTEC Awards and Certificates.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Medium of instruction is English.
Mental Wellbeing
The school's full-time psychologist is available for assessment of pupils, parental counselling and referrals to more specialised facilities when necessary. A Speech & Language Therapy centre is operated by a full-time Speech Therapist to support communication and language development. Physiotherapy is available to assist mobility and coordination. These services support pupils' mental wellbeing as part of the schools commitment to wellbeing.
Admissions
Admissions
The school has an admissions process in which applications are considered in order of receipt. Priority is given to children with a good level of English, to siblings already studying at The Continental School of Cairo, and to ex-pupils of CSC. A formal completed application form is required. Parents are interviewed with the child by the school Principal by prior appointment. The child is assessed by specialist staff as appropriate. Entry is based on assessment results and place availability. No place can be reserved without payment of the registration fees. If a place is not immediately available, the child's name is placed on a waiting list. A formal acceptance letter is issued and parents are advised of the entry date. School fees are payable before enrollment. Foundation, Reception KG1 & KG2 join the Early Years department in October of the year that children are 3.6 years old; British and National streams are available for enrollment. An appointment is made for parents to visit the school and for the child to take an Early Years entry assessment. A place is offered subject to satisfactory evaluation. Children applying for KG1 & Foundation Stage are not required to have prior knowledge of English but preference is given to those who do. Primary and Senior Schools (CIS & CLS) require a good command of spoken and written English, with previous school reports indicating passing grades in addition to passing the school entry assessment in English, Maths and Arabic. Students who have transferred from a school abroad do not have to sit for the Arabic assessment. Official documentation for registration includes: a complete application form; birth certificate; a copy of parents' ID; a Medical form (from the school's Medical Doctor); four recent photos of the student; previous school records if transferring from another school and transfer eligibility document authenticated by the Local Educational Authority; students coming from abroad will be advised of the requirement by the admissions office. The schools are The Continental International School (CIS), The Continental Language School (CLS), and The Continental School of Cairo (CSC).
Waitlist
If a place is not immediately available, the child's name is placed on a waiting list.
FAQs
What is The Continental School Cairo?
The Continental School Cairo provides international education in Cairo, Egypt.
Where is the school located?
The school is located in Cairo, Egypt.
What type of school is it?
The Continental School Cairo is an international school.
