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Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Arabic, French, German, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
The International School of Elite Education (ISEE) is a private, co-educational international school in New Cairo, Egypt, serving students aged 3 to 18. The campus spans 21,100 m² and offers British Curriculum (EYFS through IGCSE by Cambridge or Edexcel), the American Curriculum with Cognia accreditation and AP courses, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), authorized since 2017. The school aligns Ministry of Education Arabic/Religion requirements with international standards, complements the US curriculum with Common Core and NGSS where relevant, and provides test-prep for SAT, ACT, and EST. Language learning includes three second-language options (French, German, Spanish) from Grade 1, with ICT integrated across subjects. The ISEE curriculum is described as extending beyond standard requirements to nurture diverse talents. Facilities center on four hubs—sports, theatre, art, and music—featuring two heated indoor pools (including a semi-Olympic pool), five football courts, a fully equipped gym, an 800-seat theatre, and four art rooms with professional instrumental instruction. Extras include year-round arts performances and community, service, and leadership programs.
The International School of Elite Education has instruction in English, Arabic.
Location
New Cairo – 5th Settlement, off Road 90, behind Masraweya Compound. The campus is in the New Cairo area, a modern suburban district east of central Cairo. Transport links include a large fleet of buses serving locations across Cairo.
Stages
EYFS through Key Stage 4 follow a British-based curriculum aligned with the English National Curriculum; Cambridge IGCSE is used for secondary assessments. The American School and the International Baccalaureate (IB) program are also offered.
Type
International school offering British, American, and IB programs.
Country affiliation
Egypt
Bus service
ISEE owns a large fleet of school buses that covers the majority of locations in Cairo. All buses are GPS-tracked to ensure student safety. Bus drivers and matrons are well-trained to follow and apply strict safety instructions.
Fees
Application fees - No fixed application or non-refundable registration fee is published on the school's public admissions or FAQ pages. The school's admissions materials state that charges vary by stage and must be confirmed with the admissions office.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - The school does not publish a public fee schedule showing per-term or per-year tuition amounts by year/grade on its admissions or FAQ pages. The FAQ states that tuition fees depend on the year/grade level and directs parents to contact the admissions office for the exact figures for the requested academic year. No specific amounts for 2026/27 or 2025/26 are listed on the publicly available pages. Contact details for admissions are provided on the school's site.
Billing schedule and payment terms - A detailed billing schedule (for example: annual, termly, or monthly instalments; payment deadlines; late‑payment penalties) is not published in the school's public admissions or FAQ pages. The school indicates that tuition and fee arrangements are handled through the admissions/finance office and should be confirmed directly with them.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed on the school's public pages. The information available describes the school as operating an on‑site campus in New Cairo without published boarding arrangements.
Other costs and typical ancillary charges - Uniforms: No published uniform price list or mandatory uniform fee is available on the public admissions/FAQ pages. - Textbooks and learning materials: No published list of book or materials fees is available publicly. - Transportation: The school operates a fleet of GPS‑tracked buses; however, specific bus fares or transport fees are not published on the admissions/FAQ pages. - Extracurricular activities / trips / fieldwork: No publicly disclosed per-activity or trip fee schedule is published.
Refunds and cancellation - No public statement of refund, withdrawal, or cancellation policy (including pro‑rata refunds or timelines) is available on the admissions or FAQ pages.
Fee payment options - The school provides cashless top‑up functionality for parents (listed parent portal / top‑up links are part of the school's online portals), indicating electronic and card‑based payment options are used for at least some services; however, a full, published list of accepted payment methods for tuition (for example: bank transfer, credit card, in‑person payment) and related payment instructions are not published on the public admissions/FAQ pages. Specific accepted payment methods and banking details must be confirmed with the school's finance or admissions office.
Short summary of findings (what was searched and why the detailed amounts are not included here) - The school's public admissions and FAQ pages state that tuition varies by year/grade and provide admissions contact details, but they do not publish a fee schedule showing application fees, per‑term or per‑year tuition by grade, billing schedules, refund policies, boarding fees, or itemised ancillary charges for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The admissions office phone numbers and email are listed on the site for obtaining exact published fee figures and the school's finance terms.
Academics
The International School of Elite Education teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The American School is fully Cognia-accredited and follows the US curriculum. Arabic, Religion, and Arabic Social Studies are taught according to the Ministry of Education's requirements. The curriculum is aligned with Common Core State Standards and is technology-enabled. The school provides test-prep classes for SAT, ACT, and EST to prepare learners for external examinations. Lower Elementary (Grades 1–3) offers three second-language options (French, German, Spanish) from Grade 1, with ICT integrated in most subjects and a range of clubs. Upper Elementary (Grades 4–6) emphasizes 21st-century skills with a broad arts/PE program; Middle and High School follow CCSS, NGSS, CEFR for languages, MOE for Arabic/Religion, and AP courses. The International School of Elite Education is an IB World School authorized to offer the Diploma Programme since 2017.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school values each pupil as an individual; confidence and self-esteem are actively nurtured; life skills are emphasized through a holistic approach to education.
Mental Wellbeing
The mission emphasizes emotional and mental wellbeing as part of the learner's development.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported by on-site health clinics and dedicated pastoral support; the school lists a Safeguarding Lead role and a School Counselor for pastoral care.
Admissions
Admissions
Step One: Fill out the Online Application. The school requires the student's name in English as stated in the student's Egyptian passport or civil registry translated birth certificate. Upon submission, a confirmation email with the assessment payment methods is sent.
Step Two: Settle the Assessment Fee: This step is crucial to proceed with the admissions process. The school offers both online and on-campus payment methods. If you decide to pay online, an e-calendar will be shared with you once you settle the payment to select your preferred assessment date. If you choose to pay on-campus, pass by the Admissions Office (Sundays to Thursdays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and our admissions team will assist you in selecting a slot.
Step Three: Attend Assessment and Parents' Appointment: Students applying for Preschool until Year 1/Grade 1 will be assessed on a one-to-one basis to evaluate their cognitive, motor, social and communication skills. A parents' appointment will be scheduled with the stage principal on the same day. Upon passing the assessment, you will then receive an email with the student's final admission status within 3-5 business days.
Step Four: Registration: Students who receive an acceptance email and confirmation call will be required to confirm their registration by settling the down payment within 5 working days. Age Requirements: Preschool age requirement (British or American) is 3 years and 3 months as of October 1st. FS1/ KG1 age requirement is 3 Years and 8 Months as of October 1st. FS2/ KG2 age requirement is 4 Years and 8 Months as of October 1st. Second Language: Starting Grade 1/Year 1, students get to choose to study either French, German or Spanish. Students applying for Grade 3/Year 3 and above must present an official school record for studying one of the above-mentioned second languages since Grade 2/Year 2. Address: New Cairo – 5th Settlement, off Road 90, behind Masraweya Compound.
FAQs
What curricula does ISEE offer?
ISEE offers British (EYFS through IGCSE), American (Cognia-accredited with AP), and IB Diploma Programme, all on a 21,100 sqm campus in New Cairo.
When was ISEE authorised for IB?
ISEE has been authorised for the IB Diploma Programme since 2017.
What languages are offered?
The American School offers three second-language options from Grade 1: French, German, and Spanish.
What sports facilities are available?
ISEE features 2 heated indoor pools (including a semi-Olympic), 2 tennis courts, 2 volleyball courts, 5 football courts, and a fully equipped gym.
