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Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Taught languages Arabic, French, Spanish
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Uppingham Cairo is an international school for ages 3–18 located at New Giza, Cairo, as part of Uppingham School in the UK. The school offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. The Senior School curriculum is broad and adaptable; Lower School (Years 7–9) covers Maths, English, Sciences, Latin, Computer Science, History, Geography, Religion, two Modern Foreign Languages, Music, Drama & Theatre Studies, Art, Design & Technology, Textiles and Sport. Upper School (Years 10–11) continues with IGCSE options alongside core subjects; Sixth Form offers A Levels, the Extended Project Qualification, and a Sixth Form Parallel Curriculum. Facilities include the Upp Hub with extension hours for juniors (3–7pm) and seniors (to 9:30pm), on-site Football and Tennis Academies, and Rafa Nadal Tennis Program partnership. The campus features five tennis/padel courts, a golf simulator, an on-site café, and Learning Support plus EAL provision, while integrating Egypt's history and culture with a globally oriented education.
NEWGIZA, KM 22 Cairo-Alex Road, First 6th of October, Giza Governorate 3294110, Egypt
The Essentials
Uppingham Cairo has 500 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.
Location
Located in New Giza, KM 22 Cairo - Alex Road, First 6th of October, Giza Governorate. The school is the first overseas school of Uppingham UK and forms part of a British international education presence in Cairo. The campus hosts a Junior School, a Senior School and a Sixth Form, serving a 3–18 age range.
Stages
Junior School; Senior School; Sixth Form (ages 3–18)
Type
British international school
Country affiliation
United Kingdom (UK) – part of Uppingham School in the United Kingdom
School day structure
Day Boarding is offered; ends at 7pm for Junior School pupils and 9pm for Senior School pupils
Academics
Uppingham Cairo teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Uppingham Cairo offers IGCSE, A Levels and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. The Senior School curriculum is broad, comprehensive and stimulating. Lower School (Years 7-9) studies Maths, English, Sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), Latin, Computer Science, History, Geography, Religion, two Modern Foreign Languages, plus Music, Drama & Theatre Studies, Art, Design & Technology, Textiles and Sport. Upper School (Years 10-11) continues with IGCSE and offers a broad range of IGCSE options in addition to core subjects. Sixth Form offers a broad range of A Level subjects, the Extended Project Qualification and a Sixth Form Parallel Curriculum.
Exam Results
Excellent exam grades pave the way for successful applications to university.
Higher Education Progression
Staff guide pupils through university applications; Extended Project Qualification is available in Sixth Form; A Level study is supported by a parallel curriculum to develop independent research and project management skills.
Gifted and Talented
Scholarships are available for exceptional talent joining Years 6-9 in Academic, Music, Art, Sport and Drama; Junior Sports Scholarships are available from Year 2 in selected sports.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes intellectual curiosity and independent thinking, encouraging critical analysis, questioning, and exploration across academic disciplines. Classrooms are inclusive and foster open expression and discussion, helping pupils become inquisitive and enthusiastic learners.
Admissions
Admissions
01. Fill out your application form. The admissions journey starts by completing the online application form, and applicants should click 'Apply now' to begin. Applications are open for entry in September 2026 and September 2027. After submitting the form, applicants proceed to the next steps of the admissions process.
Scholarships
The school awards scholarships to children of exceptional talent joining in Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, or Year 9. Scholarships may recognise high attainment and promise or exceptional specialist aptitude, and are assessed through tests, examinations, or interviews. Scholarship awards do not ordinarily exceed 25% of the fees, and a candidate may hold only one scholarship at a time. All candidates must pass the standard academic entrance assessment and have been offered a place before entering the scholarship process; scholarships in more than two disciplines are not permitted. Junior School Scholarships include Academic scholarships for Year 6 and Junior Sports Scholarships for selected sports in Years 4–6 and for Rhythmic Gymnastics in Years 1–3. Senior School Scholarships cover Academic, Music, Art, Sport, Textiles (Fashion Design), Design & Technology, and Drama, with the Thring Award (All Rounder) for Year 9; Sixth Form scholarships will be introduced in due course. Scholarship dates for 2025 entry show deadlines and examination dates: Academic 13 January 2025; examinations 27 January 2025; Art/Textiles/DT 13 January 2025; 9–10 February 2025; Drama/Music 13 January 2025; 3–4 February 2025; Sport/Thring 13 January 2025; 11–12 February 2025. Applications for each scholarship are submitted via dedicated forms (apply here).
FAQs
What is Uppingham Cairo?
Uppingham Cairo provides British-style education in Cairo, Egypt, as part of the Uppingham school family.
Where is the school located?
Uppingham Cairo is located in Cairo, Egypt.
What educational tradition does it follow?
The school follows the Uppingham tradition of British education.
