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Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Arabic, French, German
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Windrose Academy Cairo is an international British curriculum school for ages 3 to 17 that blends the Cambridge International Examinations framework with Egyptian Ministry of Education requirements. The school teaches the Early Years Foundation Stage and five English National Curriculum Key Stages, progressing through Key Stages 1 to 5, including O-Levels, Cambridge AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. Students prepare for Cambridge Progression Tests and Checkpoints, while Arabic language, social and religious studies are fulfilled for local requirements. The Ring Road – Ain Sukhna Exit campus in Katameya features spacious play areas, three multipurpose courts and a football field, plus classrooms with interactive smart boards, laptops and tablets connected by high-speed internet. The library and computing facilities support digital learning. Extracurriculars, offered by teachers and external experts with online sign-up, include KS1 drama and cultural days such as French & German Day and International Day, plus leadership and community service opportunities.
International British curriculum school (Cambridge/UK framework), day school
Country affiliation
Egypt (Egyptian Ministry of Education; British Council; Cambridge Assessment, Pearson Edexcel, Oxford AQA)
School day structure
The day starts at 07:45, classes begin at 08:00, Snack Break 10:20–10:40, Lunch Break 12:40–13:10, school day ends at 15:00, buses leave at 15:15.
Bus service
Bus service operates year-round on modern air‑conditioned buses seating up to 25 students; routes cover Maadi, Zahraa el Maadi, Helwan, Mokattam, Nasr City, Heliopolis, New Cairo, Rehab, Haram, Agouza and Mohandeseen.
Fees
Application fees - No separate, published application fee amount is listed. The registration process requires payment of the first instalment (10%) to confirm a place when an offer is accepted.
Tuition fees by year group and term - Specific tuition amounts for individual year groups and per-term totals are not published online. The school requires tuition to be paid in instalments (see Billing schedule below); exact per-year and per-term fee figures must be obtained directly from the school's Accounts or Admissions offices.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Instalment structure for new registrations: - First instalment: 10% to confirm registration. - Second instalment: 40% by August 15. - Third instalment: 25% by December 15. - Fourth instalment: 25% by March 15. These instalment percentages are required to complete registration and to keep a place for the student. - The offer acceptance requires submission of the first instalment within seven working days of the offer and signed acceptance documents. - Payments must reference the student's full name and school ID number on every transfer or remittance.
Bank details and where to pay - Accepted payment methods: in-person payment at the school (Accounts/Reception) or bank transfer to the school's accounts. Exact in-person payment methods (e.g., card acceptance, cash, cheque) are handled by the Accounts office; parents should use the Accounts contact for confirmation. - Bank transfer details (use student name and school ID as reference): - Bank: Banque Misr, Kornich El Maadi branch. - Account name: Windrose International School. - EGP Account Number: 468-1-20976. - USD Account Number: 468-120-6199. - Swift Code: BMISEGCXXXX. - Bank address and telephone are published with these accounts.
Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are published. The school operates regular school hours and offers day schooling and transportation; no boarding fees are listed. For confirmation, contact Admissions or Accounts.
Transport (school bus) fees - A comprehensive school bus service is offered covering multiple Cairo areas. Published information confirms routes and service coverage but does not publish per-student bus fee amounts. Bus routes, availability and fees are arranged through the Transportation office.
Other costs and fees (uniforms, extras, exams, activities) - Uniforms are sold at the school's uniform shop; the uniform policy and purchase arrangements are published, but specific uniform prices are not published. Parents should purchase required uniform items from the school uniform shop. - No published schedule of charges for extra-curricular activities, exam fees, books, lunches, or other ancillary items appears alongside the tuition instalment information; these additional costs are typically invoiced separately or included in a detailed fee schedule available from the Accounts office.
Refund information - A published refund policy or specific conditions for refunds of tuition, deposits or instalments is not provided in the publicly posted fee or admissions pages. Refunds and cancellation terms are managed under the school's enrolment terms and conditions; the Accounts or Admissions offices hold the detailed policy.
Fee payment options and practical instructions - Payment may be made in person at the school or by bank transfer to the EGP or USD accounts shown above. Parents must include the student's name and school ID on all payments. For questions about card acceptance, local bank transfer details, or specific payment arrangements, contact the Accounts office.
Brief summary of findings and next step (concise) - The school publishes the instalment/billing schedule and full bank account details for tuition payment and confirms in-person payment at the school, the availability of a school uniform shop, and a comprehensive bus service. Specific numeric tuition and ancillary fee amounts (per year group, per term, application fee amount, uniform prices, bus fees, boarding fees, and refund terms) are not published and therefore are not available in this overview; contact the school's Accounts or Admissions offices for a current, itemised fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year.
Academics
Windrose Academy teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 17.
Curriculum
UK Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Curriculum is followed, while the Egyptian Ministry of Education requirements for Arabic language, social and religious studies are fulfilled. The curriculum is organized around the five English National Curriculum Key Stages and the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, covering Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2), Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, O-Level and AS/A Levels. Cambridge assessments underpin progress with Progression Tests and Checkpoints, providing detailed feedback and enabling comparisons with learners worldwide. The school emphasizes holistic development with a wide range of extracurricular activities and a well-resourced library and computing facilities to support learning.
Exam Results
In the 2023-2024 academic year, Primary Checkpoint results showed Year 6 students achieving outstanding (41–50) in all three core subjects, while Lower Secondary Checkpoint results showed Year 8 students achieving outstanding (41–50) in all three core subjects. Highest scores in English were achieved by Gasser Mohamed Lotfy, Jana Haytham Nagy, Layla Mohamed Fawzy and Yehia Loaii Eldin; Highest scores in Mathematics were achieved by Hamza Ahmed Dowedar, Hana Nazmy Aly, Mohamed Moataz Mostafa, Momen Wael Younis, Peter Medhat and Yehia Loaii Eldin; Highest scores in Science were achieved by Ali Bassem El Liethy, Hana Ashraf Elhabashy, Jana Ahmed Omama, Jana Haytham Nadgy, Peter Medhat, Saha Basel Imbabi and Yehia Loaii Eldin.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Windrose Academy focuses on holistic development for students, including social and personal growth. The curriculum supports academic learning with a wide range of extracurricular activities. Educators pay close attention to social and developmental skills to help children interact effectively in a complex, changing world. Students engage actively in the learning process and are encouraged to express themselves. The library and computer facilities help students explore and develop their talents.
Safeguarding
Staff prioritise child safety and health.
Admissions
Admissions
Admission is open for students from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 12. STEP 1: Our school has an open door policy. To learn more about Windrose Academy, you are welcome to visit us or book a tour (09:00, 11:00 and 13:00, Sunday to Wednesday). Each tour lasts approximately 30 minutes. STEP 2: Start the application process by providing us with all the needed information about the applicant and the family. You can do that online using the following link. To complete your application, submit the following documents to the Registrar's office: Birth certificate; 6 photos; Previous reports; Copy of parent's ID; Transfer documents. STEP 3: After completing steps 1 and 2, you will be contacted by the Registrar's office to schedule an assessment with a member of our academic team. The assessment is conducted by the academic team. STEP 4: The Registrar's office will inform you of the outcome of the assessment via email. In the event that your child is accepted: An offer letter and terms and conditions of enrolment will be sent to you. Please print, sign and return the attached documents to the Registrar's Office. Please pay the required amount within 7 working days (the first instalment is required along with the requested documents to complete the registration process. Only then will a place be booked for your child). Admission can be granted throughout the year and is subject to the availability of places and the successful completion of the assessment. In the event that your child is not accepted you will receive an email informing you of the decision. For further information regarding the Windrose Academy admissions process please do not hesitate to contact us through our Facebook page.
FAQs
What is Windrose Academy?
Windrose Academy provides international education in Egypt.
Where is the school located?
Windrose Academy is located in Egypt.
What type of school is it?
Windrose Academy is an international school in Egypt.
