Egypt, Cairo
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
Academy Pathways offer Years 3 to 12 a choice of elective experiences with a dedicated weekly time slot to nurture talents and proficiencies. The Artist Within and The Athlete Within provide opportunities to develop skills across arts, sports, and cultural disciplines, guided by highly-trained coaches and mentors. Pathway activities include Golf, Squash, Padel, Football, Basketball, Ballet, Art, Music, and MUN.
The Artist Within and The Athlete Within Academy Pathways cover Art, Music, and related creative disciplines with a dedicated weekly slot to nurture talents. Beyond The Classroom offers Arts and Crafts, Jewellery, Designing and Making, Music, Dance and Movement, and Book Club, led by teachers who share their skills. Students have opportunities to explore creativity through performance and collaboration.
Spanish and Chinese Language & Culture are offered as part of Beyond The Classroom enrichment. These sessions broaden cultural awareness and language skills beyond the core curriculum. Etiquette and other cultural experiences are included as enrichment activities.
Extracurricular activities include Board Games, Puzzles & Games Club, Dance & Movement, Yoga, Swimming, and a Book Club. These activities are led by teachers who are enthusiastic about sharing skills and encouraging collaboration. Students can pursue personal interests and socialise with peers within a supportive environment.
The House System is designed to foster belonging and leadership. House Crews recognise students' strengths and support peers, with a MERIT scheme for Primary and Secondary students. Academy Pathways and ECAs provide leadership development and opportunities to work as a team, while activities such as Dukes Awards recognise achievement and personal growth.
The Royal Sports Club offers a range of after-school sports led by professional coaches. Activities include football, squash, padel, basketball, ballet, and fitness programs. Wellness is supported by swimming, yoga, and other movement activities.
The Royal British International School is a British international school in New Cairo, welcoming students from age 2 to 18. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum of England from Early Years through Key Stages 1–4, with adjustments for local and international context, and a pathway to IGCSEs in Year 10–11 with AS and A levels in Years 11–12. The school is accredited by the British Council and major examination boards, and its latest British Schools Overseas inspection rated Excellent. The campus is powered by solar panels and sustainable energy systems, with a Green Students program that engages students in environmental stewardship. Beyond academics, learners participate in Academy Pathways—The Artist Within, The Athlete Within—and wide-ranging extracurriculars through Beyond The Classroom and The Royal Sports Club, including art, music, sports, language clubs, and leadership activities. The environment supports social, emotional, and physical development within a vibrant international community for students worldwide today, globally.