Westcliff International School

Sakkara Road, El-Mariouteya, Giza, Egypt 12511

American Section and British Section. The American Section provides 12 years of primary and secondary education (elementary, middle, high), culminating in an American High School Diploma with optional ACT/SAT testing for university admissions. The British Section follows British Key Stages (KS1–KS4), with Year 11 exit; Year 10 begins International GCSEs with 8 subjects for the certificate, and A-Levels are available after IGCSE; exam sittings typically May/June, October/November, and January.

International day school offering American and British curricula; trilingual education in Arabic, English, and French with equal timetabled hours across languages

Egypt

School bus service with a seat reservation form; contact details provided on site

American and British education are offered through separate American and British sections, complemented by a Trilingual Experience teaching Arabic, English, and French as first languages. The French program, in partnership with Institut français d'Égypte, emphasizes DELF exams (A1, A2, B1) with an optional B2 in grades 11–12; a student joining from the early years may graduate with the American diploma or the IGCSE, alongside DELF exams. The British section follows British Key Stages, with Year 10 onward dedicated to the International GCSE journey (eight subjects) and options to pursue A‑levels after GCSEs, for university admissions. The American section follows the American system across 12 years, culminating in a High School Diploma, with GPA calculations and ACT/SAT testing used for university admissions. Canadian Methodologies influence teaching approaches, emphasizing innovative methods, critical thinking, and individualized learning while not constituting a Canadian curriculum.

The British section guides students toward higher education via International GCSEs and A‑levels; Year 10 begins the GCSE pathway and A‑levels are available after GCSEs, with many universities requiring GCSEs and A‑levels for admission.

Westcliff International School prioritises Student Well-Being and Development in its Early Years framework. The role emphasises social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development and fostering positive relationships with students. It also prioritises Health and Safety and positive Behaviour Management, creating a safe, supportive classroom environment. Staff communicate with homeroom teachers and collaborate with colleagues to support children's well-being and development, while maintaining confidentiality.

Special Needs Support is provided as part of staff responsibilities. Staff identify students with special needs and seek appropriate support in line with school policy.

Mental wellbeing is supported through an emphasis on student well-being and development, including fostering positive relationships, ensuring health and safety, and maintaining a supportive learning environment as part of Early Years and staff duties.

Staff adhere to the school's protection and safeguarding policy.

The school has a five-step admission process. 1. Obtain information: Connect with the Westcliff International School Admissions Department. Staff guide you through the decision-making process, providing information on educational systems, financial aid programs, and more. 2. Submit Application for Admission: For a prompt start to your child's academic journey, submit the admission application here or contact the front office. The Admissions team will promptly help with filling out the application form. 3. Apply for Financial Aid (if applicable): Visit the Financial Aid tab to understand school fee deadlines and explore eligibility for scholarships, grants, and discounts. Complete the Financial Aid Form after completing the Online Application. This process runs parallel to the application, and your Admission Advisor will integrate approved Westcliff scholarships with confidentiality. 4. Stay Connected for Assessment and Interview Details: An Admissions Advisor will provide updates within 1-3 business days, coordinating assessment and interview details. Our instant result publication ensures a quick process, with many interviews scheduled on the same day. 5. Receive News of Acceptance/Denial: Upon receiving the acceptance notice, your Admission Advisor will guide you through completing required documents. After enrolment, expect ongoing communication for system logins and information about the New Student Orientation.

The school has a range of scholarships and discounts designed to support students. CARES Fund: The CARES Fund recognizes exceptional students who excel academically and demonstrate a visionary mindset toward social betterment. New students express interest by selecting CARES on the Financial Aid form; a 120-word essay is required for renewal; Awarded annually before the academic year starts; Open to new and existing students; Minimum GPA: American section 3.5 or British 90%; Award amount: Up to 10,000 EGP per year; Decisions are made on a first-come-first-served basis. NEST Fund Scholarship at Westcliff International School: The Nurturing Education for Single Mothers Together (NEST) Fund is dedicated to offering support to single mothers committed to improving their children's education. New students express intent by selecting NEST on the Financial Aid form; Existing students apply similarly; Exclusive to single mothers; Minimum academic requirements: GPA 3.0 American or 85% British; Award up to 5,000 EGP per child per year; Annual awards; Renewal requires continued enrolment and minimum GPA. Choose Your Circle (CYC) program: The Choose Your Circle program offers a referral discount of 1.5% for both the referrer and the new applicant, usable in the following academic year; To participate, fill out the Financial Aid Form and select the CYC box; The referral is valid when the new applicant completes admission and enrolment. Distinguished Academic Achievement Discount: 10% for scores above 95% in the third preparatory year; 15% for 98% or more in the same year; Apply by selecting the discount in the Financial Aid Form; Aims to facilitate transitions to Year 10 of the IGCSE. Distinguished Athletic Achievement Discount: 25% for World/Olympic ranks or medals; 20% for Continental; 15% for National; 10% for Governorate rankings; Apply via the Financial Aid Form. Early Payment Discount: 5% discount for families who pay tuition in full before the start of the academic year; Apply by selecting the Early Payment Discount in the Financial Aid Form. Siblings Discount: 10% for the first sibling, 7.5% for the second, 5% for the third; Discounts apply to tuition fees. Corporate Partnerships (Banks Discount): Banks discount such as Commercial International Bank (CIB) and Crédit Agricole Egypt offer 2.5% discount on tuition fees. Discounts and scholarships are applied through the Financial Aid Form by selecting the appropriate boxes.