Maadi British International School vs The British International School

	M Maadi British International School Cairo, Egypt	T The British International School Cairo, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 150 - 63,000	Fees / year EGP 6,720 - 15,615
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 340	Pupils 1,059
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Arabic
Opened	Opened 1995	Opened 1976
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Maadi British International School is located in the 4th District Zahraa Al Maadi, Cairo, Egypt. The campus sits in a quiet area of the city with three main buildings and facilities including a large two-storey auditorium, indoor heated swimming pool, astroturf playing field, two multi‑purpose PE courts, an athletics track, science laboratories, two ICT suites, two music rooms, a drama studio, a large library with over 20,000 books and an on‑site cafeteria.	Location Km 38, Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road, Beverly Hills, 6th of October City, Egypt, 12451. Postal Address: PO Box 137, Gezira, Cairo, Egypt.
Stages	Stages Ages 2-18; Early Years Foundation Stage (2-5), Key Stage 1 (5-7), Key Stage 2 (7-11), Secondary School (11-18), and 6th Form (Year 12-13, 16-18).	Stages Foundation Stage; Junior; Senior; Sixth Form
School type	School type British international school following the English National Curriculum; Edexcel GCSE/IGCSE and Cambridge/Edexcel A‑Levels; English is the language of instruction with subject offerings including Arabic, Spanish and French as part of the curriculum.	School type Non-profit British international co-educational day school established in 1976
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Ages 2-18; students from over 70 countries; over 330 students.	Pupil nationality mix Over 50 nationalities represented; around 1,059 students.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Inclusion Department provides Special Learning Needs and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British/UK affiliated; follows the English National Curriculum.	Country affiliation Egypt
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school week runs Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 to 14:30, with After School Activities for Years 1–13 from 14:45 to 15:45.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The transportation service is provided through a local bus company; bus monitors accompany students on journeys. Service areas include Maadi, Zamalek, New Cairo, 6th October and Heliopolis; 14-seat buses are used and travel is charged separately.	Bus service details The school provides a safe, reliable transport service covering areas in Cairo and Giza, including Dokki, Agouza, Mohandessin, Giza, Pyramids Road, Shabramant, Hadayek Al Ahram; Zamalek, Garden City/Manial, Maadi, Zahraa Al Maadi, Heliopolis, Nasr City; October City, Sheikh Zayed, Beverly Hills, Cairo/Alex Desert Road; First Settlement (Tagamoaa), Fifth Settlement, Rehab, Kattameya in New Cairo. Bus routes may change. Buses have seat belts, a supervisor with mobile phone, air conditioning, GPS, and Foundation Stage car seats. Transport forms are provided at admission; contact Transport Manager Mr Ashraf Gad at [email protected]
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Application fee on admission: GBP 150 (non-refundable) for Primary and Secondary admissions for the 2025–2026 published schedule. A registration fee is payable at points of admission; the published Registration Fee is GBP 5,750 (payable once only). The Registration Fee is not refundable. The Registration Fee is waived for pupils joining Years 11, 12 and 13 for 2025–2026. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term amounts) - Early Years — Pre-Foundation: Annual tuition GBP 5,900; per term (one-third) GBP 1,966.67. - Early Years — Foundation Stage 1: Annual tuition GBP 7,250; per term GBP 2,416.67. - Primary School (Foundation Stage 2 – Year 6): Annual tuition GBP 12,000; per term GBP 4,000. Additional one‑off Registration Fee GBP 5,750 where applicable. Application Fee GBP 150; Leavers' Academic Assessment Fee (if applicable) GBP 150. - Secondary School (Year 7 – Year 13): Application Fee GBP 150; Registration Fee GBP 5,750 where applicable; Leavers' Academic Assessment Fee (if applicable) GBP 150. - Years 7–9: Annual tuition GBP 13,900; per term GBP 4,633.33. - Years 10–13: Annual tuition GBP 14,250; per term GBP 4,750. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid annually or in three equal instalments (three equal payments of one-third of the annual tuition). Invoices for a new child are issued on acceptance of registration and are due prior to the first day of attendance. Children starting in the first half of a term pay the full term fee; those starting after half term pay 50% of that term's fee. A 10% discount is applied for the fourth child while four children are registered at the school. - Standard tuition instalment timing (invoices and due dates): - Payment 1: Invoices issued one month before the end of Term 3 of the current academic year; due one week before the start of Term 1. - Payment 2: Invoices issued one month before the end of Term 1; due one week before the start of Term 2. - Payment 3: Invoices issued one month before the end of the Spring Term; due one week before the start of Term 3. - Invoices must be paid by the due dates shown; places are not guaranteed until full payment is received. Reports and school records will not be issued while fees are outstanding; if fees are outstanding by more than one month, the pupil will not be permitted to attend class. Continued non-payment may result in legal collection action and additional costs charged to the family. Parents with extenuating circumstances may apply in writing to the Head of Corporate Services for exception. Bus / Transport fees and terms - Bus fees are charged per child per term in Egyptian Pounds and must be paid in EGP. Published per-term bus fees (2025–2026) are: - Maadi: EGP 18,000 per child per term. - New Cairo: EGP 20,000 per child per term. - Zamalek: EGP 20,000 per child per term. - Heliopolis: EGP 20,000 per child per term. - 6th of October: EGP 21,000 per child per term. - Bus fees are payable in EGP and can be paid in cash to the Cashier or by direct deposit/bank transfer to the school's Egyptian Pounds account; non-payment will result in the child not being permitted to travel by bus. The transport service is operated under contract; students are supervised by a bus monitor and monitored during journeys. Foundation children require an age-appropriate car seat for bus travel. Other charges and routine costs - School meals: On-site cafeteria operates a cashless system for most transactions; exact meal prices are managed by the caterer and paid through the cafeteria's pre-paid system. Parents may also provide packed lunches. - Music tuition: Charged separately; music lesson fees must be paid in cash directly to the Reception Office; lessons will be suspended if music fees are not paid by the end of the first week of the term's lessons. - Uniforms: Typical uniform item price ranges (in EGP) are published; examples include long-sleeved polo EGP 495–540, trousers EGP 395–440, short-sleeved polo EGP 325–415, PE items and jackets in similar price ranges. Uniforms are typically purchased from a local supplier (supplier details and order forms are published). Uniform purchases are normally paid in cash on delivery from the supplier. Refunds and special circumstances - Registration fees are non-refundable. Tuition fee refunds: in the event of a force majeure that causes withdrawal of a pupil, any fees already paid for the school year will not be refunded and any unpaid fees for that year will remain payable. The school defines force majeure to include events such as civil disturbance, acts of war, earthquakes, civil/political/military events, labour unrest, or extreme weather conditions. Accepted payment methods and bank details - Tuition fees: Payable in GBP by direct deposit or bank transfer to the school's Sterling account. The published bank details (Sterling Pounds account) are: - Bank: HSBC, New Maadi, Egypt; Account name: Maadi Egyptian British Cultural Society. - Sort Code: EBBKEGCX. - IBAN (Sterling Pounds account): EG260025000500000005002373126. Tuition payments by cash or cheque are not accepted. - Bus fees and other EGP charges: Payable in EGP and can be paid in cash to the Cashier or by direct deposit/bank transfer to the school's Egyptian Pounds account (IBAN: EG760025000500000005002373002). When paying by bank transfer, a copy of the deposit slip or transfer notice must be sent to the Finance Office for clearance; until confirmation is received, fees are considered outstanding. Music tuition is paid in cash to Reception. Consequences of non-payment and administrative notes - Places are not guaranteed until appropriate registration and fees are paid. The school will withhold reports and records for families with outstanding fees, restrict attendance for arrears over one month, and may refer persistent non-payment to legal counsel with recovery costs charged to the family. Requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing to the Head of Corporate Services.	Fee details School fee billing, schedule and discounts - Tuition is billed per term. The school operates three terms per year; tuition figures below are shown per term and the annual equivalent (three terms). - A 1% discount is applied where the whole-year invoice is paid in a single payment. - The registration payment must be made in cash equivalent in Egyptian pounds (EGP) prior to assessment/testing and is non-refundable. Application / Registration / Admissions - Registration fee (per application/assessment): GBP 300 — cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing (non-refundable). - For pupils accepted at entry, an admissions fee is payable once on entry where applicable; amounts by year group are listed below. Admissions fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees by school year (per term and annual total) - Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) - Tuition: GBP 2,140 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 6,420. - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) - Tuition: GBP 3,370 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 10,110. - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Years 1 to 6 - Tuition: GBP 4,485 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 13,455. - Admissions fee (payable once on entry): GBP 4,500 (non-refundable). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (applies Year 1–13). - Years 7 to 9 - Tuition: GBP 5,195 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 15,585. - Admissions fee (payable once on entry): GBP 5,195 (non-refundable). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Exam fee (Year 9 only): GBP 400. - Books' refundable deposit: GBP 50 payable once in Year 7 (or in Year 8/9 for late joiners as specified). - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (Year 1–13). - Years 10 & 11 - Tuition: GBP 5,275 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 15,825. - Admissions fee (payable once on entry): GBP 5,275 (non-refundable). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Exam fees: Year 10 — GBP 400; Year 11 — GBP 500. - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (Year 1–13). - Years 12 & 13 (Sixth Form / IB) - Tuition: GBP 5,595 per term — Annual total (3 terms): GBP 16,785. - Admissions fee: Not applicable for students joining at Sixth Form (---). - Supply fees (payable once on entry): GBP 2,500 (non-refundable). - Registration: GBP 300 (cash equivalent in EGP prior to testing, non-refundable). - Exam fees: Year 12 — GBP 400; Year 13 — GBP 800. - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year (Year 1–13). Other one-off and recurring costs - Supply fees (one-off on entry, non-refundable) are shown above for the relevant year groups and are typically GBP 2,500 where listed. - Yearbook: GBP 30 per academic year for students Year 1–13. - Books' refundable deposit (as applicable for secondary entry): GBP 50 payable once in Year 7 (adjusted for late joiners as described). The refundable deposit arrangements for new entrants (refund on leaving BISC) are set out in the school's fee documentation. - Exam fees: indicated above where they apply to specific year groups (Year 9, Year 10, Year 11, Year 12, Year 13). - Uniform: Branded uniform items are available from the school uniform shop on campus; the shop lists current uniform requirements and opening times. (Costs vary by item.) Refunds and non-refundable items - Registration fees are non-refundable. Admissions fees and supply fees are payable once on entry and are non-refundable. - Refundable deposits (where charged for new entrants) are refunded on the day the child leaves BISC; the school's fees documentation sets out conditions and instalment options for this deposit. - Books' deposit (where charged) is shown as refundable under the specific terms given for Years 7–9 entry. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The British International School in Cairo is a co-educational day school; no boarding fees apply. Billing mechanics and admissions invoicing - At offer/acceptance the school invoices for supply and admissions fees, one term's tuition to reserve the place, and any refundable deposit required; those amounts secure the offered place. Fee payment options (high-level) - The registration payment is required in cash equivalent in EGP prior to assessment. The school maintains a formal Payment of School Fees Policy that governs invoicing and accepted payment channels; the policy and fees pages provide the billing terms, timing and discount rules. Typical school invoicing is by term, with the option to pay the full year to receive the 1% discount. Summary of the main per-term tuition figures (quick list) - FS1: GBP 2,140 per term (GBP 6,420 per year). - FS2: GBP 3,370 per term (GBP 10,110 per year). - Years 1–6: GBP 4,485 per term (GBP 13,455 per year). - Years 7–9: GBP 5,195 per term (GBP 15,585 per year). - Years 10–11: GBP 5,275 per term (GBP 15,825 per year). - Years 12–13 (Sixth Form): GBP 5,595 per term (GBP 16,785 per year). If you require these figures presented in a specific currency format or integrated into a database field layout, include the appropriate field names and I will format the entries to match your import specification.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school has no boarding; it is a day school.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement MBIS has a school uniform. The uniform includes long-sleeved polo shirts, short-sleeved polo shirts, trousers, skirts or skorts, a winter jacket, pullover, PE shirt, PE shorts, PE hooded track top, house-colour T-shirts and an MBIS cap. Uniforms can be purchased through RoseMarie in Heliopolis with home delivery; 6th Form may wear own clothes as long as these are respectful of local traditions.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options A lunch provider offers a cafeteria and students may bring packed lunches. Healthy foods and drinks are encouraged; confectionery is not allowed. MBIS's on-site caterer is Marny's, offering sandwiches, wraps, salads, breakfast items and fresh juices; hot meals are served in winter; a sample Marny's menu is provided.	Food options The school provides catering; Junior and Senior pupils may bring a packed lunch or have a hot lunch; Foundation Stage pupils must have a packed lunch; Senior School may buy lunch daily, while Junior School lunches require a termly or annual plan.
House system	House system House colours are part of the uniform; MBIS uses house-colour T-shirts as part of activities.	House system There are four houses—Air, Earth, Fire and Water; pupils belong to a house and participate in house competitions; House Points are awarded for sport, academics, and other activities; Classdojo points contribute to House Points; winners are announced termly, with a final winner at year end.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership MBIS is a non-profit school. The Board of Directors are all parents and are very visible in the playground.	Governance and ownership The school is owned and run by The British International School Society, a non-profit and non-governmental organisation.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details MBIS uses the English National Curriculum (ENC) as the basis for teaching and is an Edexcel centre delivering GCSE/IGCSE and A‑Level courses. The ENC directs what to teach while curriculum delivery defines how to teach. The Primary Integrated Curriculum uses thematically linked topics with Launch Pad and Landing Pad experiences to make learning engaging. In Secondary, Year 7–9 follow KS3 English National Curriculum in preparation for KS4, while Years 10–11 follow Edexcel GCSE courses leading to KS5 or other pathways. The A‑Level programme offers 14 subject choices including Spanish, French, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, History, Geography, Business, English, Computer Science and Art to prepare students for university anywhere. The primary and secondary curricula are described as creative, inquiry‑based and rigorous, with examples such as the Year 4 Lotions and Potions unit and a UK Independent Schools Inspectorate report praising the provision.	Curriculum details The British International School Cairo offers a British-style curriculum. Early Years uses the UK Foundation Stage Curriculum (FS1 & FS2). Junior School (Years 1–6) is based on the National Curriculum of England. Senior School (Years 7–11) leads to IGCSE examinations. Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers an academic or vocational pathway with extensive subject options in the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Smaller class sizes are emphasized to ensure more teacher time.	Student teacher ratio Typical class sizes in the Junior School are around 20 pupils, with a maximum class size of 24 pupils.
Exam results	Exam results For 2024 IGCSE examination results, 4-9 (C/A) 89%, 6-9 (B/A) 61%, and 7-9 (A*/A) 29%. For 2023, 4-9 86%, 6-9 66%, and 7-9 50%. External awards include 2023 Simone Maestrami – Highest Mark in Egypt (History) and 2022 Ester Lacoud – Highest Mark in Africa (French).	Exam results GCSE results show a mean A-A/9-7 of 67% in 2024 and 46% in 2023, and a mean A-C/9-4 of 89% in 2024 and 91% in 2023. IB results show a mean Diploma Points of 34 in 2024 and 33 in 2023, with mean Subject Points around 5.46 in 2024 and 5.38 in 2023. University destinations include universities such as University of California, Berkeley; University of British Columbia; American University Cairo; Kingston University; City University London; Boston University; Manchester University; Goldsmiths College; University of Toronto; Brock University; AUC; Heidelberg University; George Washington University; Queen Mary University of London; University of East Anglia; University College London; Oxford; University of Bath; New York University; and the University of Amsterdam.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school operates Edexcel GCSE and A‑Level pathways; the A‑Level programme covers 14 subject choices including Spanish, French, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, History, Geography, Business, English, Computer Science and Art to prepare students for university in any country.	Higher education progression Graduates go on to a wide range of universities worldwide, including U.S., U.K., Canada and beyond. Notable destinations include University of California, Berkeley; University of British Columbia; American University Cairo; University College London; Oxford; New York University; University of Edinburgh; University of Toronto; and others.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Junior School Gifted and Talented Coordinator is Ms C. Day.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school places students' welfare at the heart of MBIS. Our small class sizes and caring staff ensure that every student's happiness and security is achieved. Our values-driven approach to education creates a close, mutually supportive learning environment. In the Primary School, the class teacher is always there for students; in the Secondary School, a Form Tutor acts as a Mentor, ready to support students academically and pastorally. There are high expectations of behaviour, and students are taught to respect traditional ideals in a modern world. The quality of relationships is described as first class.	Social & emotional learning BISC supports social and emotional development through a broad pastoral programme. The Junior School begins each day with Wake Up, Shake Up led by WUSU Leaders, pupils, teachers and parents to promote a positive start. Pupil Leadership opportunities include Pupil Councillors, Assembly Leaders, Eco Committee and PALS to develop leadership, collaboration and social skills. The House System, Breaktime Radio and Wellbeing Ambassadors foster teamwork, positive interactions and student-driven initiatives. Residential trips for Years 4–6 further social and emotional growth, independence and confidence.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) MBIS is a non-selective school that caters for a wide variety of learning needs through quality first teaching and differentiation. The Learning Support Department is equipped to cater for a limited number of students with mild learning difficulties. MBIS is a mainstream school and is not equipped to deal with more challenging learning difficulties. Prospective entrants are sensitively screened to ensure that the MBIS curriculum is appropriate to their individual needs. The school serves some students for whom English is an additional language, supported by an EAL team.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Some MBIS students come with English as an additional language. They are supported by an EAL team, and teachers structure learning activities to support linguistic development so students can access the curriculum independently. The inclusion framework includes English as an Additional Language, ensuring the curriculum is accessible to all students.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Student welfare is at the heart of MBIS. The school's small class sizes and caring staff help ensure each student's happiness and security. A values-driven approach fosters a close, mutually supportive learning environment. In the Primary School, the class teacher provides ongoing support; in the Secondary School, a Form Tutor acts as a Mentor to support students academically and pastorally. There are high expectations of behaviour, and students are taught to respect traditional ideals in a modern world. The atmosphere and the quality of relationships are described as first class.	Mental wellbeing Counselling is part of a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing. Students can access one-to-one counselling in a safe, confidential space with two experienced counsellors who have UK and international experience; referrals can be made by staff or parents, and students may self-refer.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The MBIS safeguarding policy is based on Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 and Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and aligns with Egyptian laws. The Board reviews the policy annually and MBIS works with local agencies to safeguard students. MBIS supports all students by encouraging self-esteem, creating a caring, safe, and positive environment, and liaising with safeguarding services. All staff have a duty to raise confidential concerns with the designated safeguarding lead, and the DSL (or a deputy) is available to discuss safeguarding concerns. Staff training includes DSL training every two years, and all staff complete Child Protection training annually; safeguarding information is updated at least every two months. Procedures for dealing with allegations of abuse are in line with UK guidance, and the school will report verified cases to the DBS as required.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. BISC has a team of Designated Safeguarding Leads for Foundation Stage, Junior School and Senior School, plus Deputy DSLs. DSLs work with the school's counsellors to maintain rigorous safeguarding practices, and safeguarding policies are reviewed annually. The PSHE programme incorporates safeguarding, anti-bullying, online safety and healthy relationship education, with parent workshops to support the wider school community.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school occupies a purpose-built site in an attractive, quiet area of Cairo. The campus blends modern and Arabic architecture across three main buildings. Light, airy and spacious, MBIS offers a learning oasis to students. The facilities include a large two-floor auditorium, an indoor heated swimming pool, an astroturf playing field, two multi-purpose PE courts for basketball, netball and tennis, and an athletics track. There are well-equipped rooms for Art, Design Technology, Cookery and a Science Laboratory, two ICT suites, two music rooms with a full range of instruments and individual music tuition rooms, a Drama Studio, interactive whiteboards in all classrooms, a large library with over 20,000 books, and a cafeteria served by Marny's.	Facilities overview Foundation Stage classrooms are in the main school building and are large, with direct access to large, bespoke play areas. The Foundation Stage includes an Arabic classroom, a Music Room, a natural garden area for PE and an age-appropriate swimming pool. Each Foundation Stage class has a UK-qualified teacher, a bilingual graduate Teaching Assistant and a dedicated classroom nanny; safeguarding training is undertaken annually by staff. The Arts and sports facilities support art, drama, music and general sport, and there is a broad range of co-curricular activities. The school has major sports facilities including a 50m pool, a 1000m² sports hall, a 400m track, a fitness gym, netball courts, a sports field, an additional field and a basketball court.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school features an astroturf playing field. Two multi-purpose PE courts for basketball, netball and tennis. An athletics track. An indoor heated swimming pool. The campus includes a large auditorium and space to support a range of sport and physical education activities.	Sports facilities The school has specialist sports facilities including a 50m pool, a 1000m² sports hall and a 400m track, complemented by a fitness gym. Netball courts, a sports field, an additional field and a basketball court are available for training and competition. The school competes in local, regional and international tournaments and has hosted events such as the BSME U13/U15 Football tournament.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Well-equipped rooms for Art, Design Technology, Cookery and a Science Laboratory. Two ICT suites support digital learning. Two music rooms with a full range of instruments and individual music tuition rooms. A Drama Studio supports drama activities. Interactive whiteboards are in all classrooms and the library houses over 20,000 books.	Academic facilities Foundation Stage classrooms are in the main building with direct access to large play areas, plus an Arabic classroom, a Music Room, a natural garden area for PE and an age-appropriate swimming pool. The EYFS curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The Arts are supported by facilities for drawing, design and multimedia, with art exhibitions and clubs. Pupils use technology in lessons, with Junior School requiring an iPad and Senior School students bringing a tablet or laptop to lessons. In Sixth Form, students can pursue IB Diploma and other options with extensive subject choices.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Two music rooms with a full range of instruments and individual music tuition rooms. A Drama Studio. The large two-floor Auditorium is on campus. Interactive whiteboards are in all classrooms and the library houses over 20,000 books.	Extra curricular facilities Co-curricular activities provide a range of clubs and events. Junior activities include Chess Club, Movie Making, Yoga, Band Club, Dance and Arts & Crafts Club, among others. Senior activities include Art Club, Injaz, The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Science Club, MUN, History Club, and GCSE Production. Accelerated Reading is used to promote reading, with librarians tracking progress through the Accelerated Reader programme.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Maadi British International School was established in 1995 as Maadi British School and registered with the Egyptian Ministry of Social Affairs as a non profit to educate foreign children in Egypt. It was renamed MBIS to reflect its charter. The Primary School began in New Maadi, with the Nursery in Old Maadi. In September 2004, MBIS relocated to purpose built premises in Zahraa El Maadi. An Upper School was established in September 2010, forming the current structure, with facilities including a 25 metre indoor pool, a multi purpose hall and theatre, two computer suites, an Early Years Centre and extensive play facilities. The school is administered by a board of governors elected from the parental body.	History Established in 1976 to serve expatriate children in Cairo, The British International School, Cairo has built a reputation for strong academic achievement and a broad educational programme. Graduates progress to leading universities worldwide, and the school is regarded as shaping tomorrow's leaders. The school has grown to welcome pupils from the Commonwealth, the English-speaking Egyptian community and other nationalities tied to British schooling. In 1989 the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme was introduced, and in 2008 a Beverly Hills campus opened west of Cairo; in April 2022 the Egypt and Middle East Programme was launched to enhance Arabic language skills and knowledge of Egyptian and Middle Eastern history and culture.
Community	Community MBIS hosts an international community of over 330 students aged 2-18 years from more than 70 countries. Small class sizes and a caring staff support student welfare. Parents are encouraged to be active members of the school community and to support class activities, day trips and social events. The school maintains regular communication with families through newsletters and events such as Meet and Greet sessions, Keeping Up With The Kids (KUWTKs) information sessions, and Parent-Teacher Conferences.	Community The school has a diverse community of pupils, parents and staff supporting the School and its students in many ways. This happens through charitable giving and through the community activities we support. Community involvement in school life makes for a closer partnership in the realisation of our common aims. There are 1,059 students across Foundation Stage (110), Junior (529) and Senior (530).
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) organises events, brings the community together and raises funds for specialist projects. BISC has a resourceful body of parents who generously support the School and its activities. PTA committees include Development, Community and Volunteers. The PTA Constitution describes its aims to assist in providing resources for the school as suggested by staff and in consultation with the school leadership, foster the community spirit within and around BISC, and promote activities to support curriculum, co-curriculum and the local community. PTA Values include Commitment, Diversity, Collaboration, Respect and Accountability. All parents are encouraged to join the British International School Society, whose annual membership is LE200 per person.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school follows the English National Curriculum across the year groups. In Key Stage 3, the school teaches English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities (History and Geography), Computer Science, Physical Education, a language (Arabic, Spanish or French), Art and Design, Business Studies, Design Technology, Learning for Life and Music. In Key Stage 4, the school teaches English, Mathematics and Science as core subjects plus four optional subjects to complete the IGCSE. In Key Stage 5, students choose three A-Level subjects from 14 options with Edexcel or Cambridge International, and AS examinations are taken in Year 12 with the full A2 in Year 13.	Academic & intellectual BISC offers a broad range of academic, STEM and competition-based activities as part of its co-curricular programme. Junior pupils are encouraged to take at least one activity per week, supervised by staff. Senior students participate in Injaz (Young Enterprise), Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, MUN, Mathematics/Science Support and Public Speaking.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school offers a wide range of experiences in Visual & Performing Arts outside the classroom. Building on specialist art lessons, a wide range of drawing, painting, modelling, ceramics, crafts, video and photography clubs are offered. The school runs termly full-scale musical productions; drama and dance clubs are offered each term; music is taught by a specialist with instrument tuition in guitar, piano, saxophone, clarinet, violin, cello, drums and singing. There may be opportunities to join the Brass Band, School Choir or School Rock Band; a Café Noir evening showcases instrumental ensembles, and the school participates in a Creativity Day with other international schools.	Arts & creative Pupils can join Art Club, Band Club, Dance Musical, Arts & Crafts Club, Sunshine Dance, Movie Making and Creative Writing. Senior students may access GCSE Production and Exhibition-style Art techniques.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Arabic, Spanish or French are offered as language options within the curriculum. Language learning appears as part of Key Stage 3 under the English National Curriculum. There is a Languages trip to Paris/Spain for Years 7–10 as part of residential opportunities. The school also engages in cross-cultural activities such as Creativity Day with other international schools.	Cultural & language The French Support Group and MUN support language development and global citizenship. The school also runs local, regional and international trips and conferences to broaden cultural understanding.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school offers After School Activities (ASAs) from Year 1 onwards; ASAs vary term to term to provide a broad base of learning experiences and aim to develop independence, organisation, perseverance, teamwork and leadership. Residential trips are planned for Year 4 and above, with additional international travel opportunities in the secondary school, fostering independence and leadership. Day trips have included visits to mosques and churches, a farm in Saqqara, The Grand Egyptian Museum, The Great Pyramids of Giza and other cultural sites.	Social & hobbies A range of recreational activities runs throughout the year, including Yoga, Crossfit, Puzzles and Brain Teasers, Card Games and Playtime Games. Junior activities also include Movie Making, Jewellery Making & Crafts, and others supervised by staff.
Community & service	Community & service The school supports student leadership through a House Team system and a Student Leadership Team that operates across Year 2–6 (Primary Leadership Team) and Year 7–10 (Secondary Leadership Team), with elected representatives each term. Older students can apply for Head Boy and Head Girl roles, and Playground Marshals lead younger pupils and may run after-school activities with adult support. The focus is on making a positive difference within the school community and developing leadership through school initiatives.	Community & service The programme includes community-focused activities, including an After School Community Club. The enrichment offering extends beyond campus with local, regional and international trips and conferences.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school encourages leadership and professional development through student-led structures such as House Teams and the Student Leadership Team. The Student Leadership Team operates across Year 2–6 (Primary) and Year 7–10 (Secondary) with elected representatives each term. Head Boy and Head Girl positions, along with Playground Marshals, provide senior students with leadership responsibilities and opportunities to coach and lead peers. Leadership and professional skills are reinforced through ongoing school initiatives and student participation in decision-making processes.	Leadership & professional Injaz (Young Enterprise) and The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award provide entrepreneurial and leadership experiences. MUN and Public Speaking also develop leadership and professional skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Student welfare is at the heart of MBIS, with small class sizes and caring staff ensuring that every student is supported academically and pastorally. In the Primary and Secondary settings, Form Tutors act as mentors and there are high expectations of behaviour within a values-driven, inclusive community. The campus features facilities that support wellbeing and creative activity, including a large auditorium, indoor swimming pool, astroturf playing field, multiple PE courts, an athletics track, well-equipped arts and science spaces, a library with over 20,000 books and a dedicated café area for meals and socialization.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and fitness are central to wellbeing in the co-curricular programme. Senior School Fitness, Crossfit, Yoga and Sunshine Dance help maintain physical and mental wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Arabic, Spanish and French are taught. In Key Stage Three, a language chosen from Arabic, Spanish or French is studied. The IGCSE programme includes Spanish, French and Arabic as subject choices. The Inclusion Department provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.	Language provision Arabic is taught at Foundation Stage to foster awareness of the Arabic language and Egyptian society, with a dedicated Arabic classroom for lessons. Foreign languages are featured in the Junior School. Early Years are based on the UK Foundation Stage Curriculum (FS1 & FS2); Junior follows the National Curriculum of England; Senior offers GCSE/IGCSE courses; Sixth Form offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching Arabic is taught at Foundation Stage (FS1 and FS2). A bilingual Teaching Assistant supports learning in Foundation Stage.
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations BISC is an accredited member of COBIS and IAPS, and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME). It is an IB World School and has been licensed to run its own GCSE examinations onsite; it is registered with the UK Department for Education. It has been inspected by ISI (2015) and by PENTA (subsequent inspections) and is monitored by Ofsted; His Britannic Majesty's Ambassador to Egypt is the school's Patron. The Penta Inspection Report cited is from 2024.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. The school offers places to children with foreign nationality. The School Admissions Manager, Nancy Girgis, arranges a visit to MBIS; this includes a meeting with the Head of School, a tour of the site, and the handover of key documentation including an application package. The initial contact starts the enrolment process. 2. If a pre-visit is not possible, especially for families relocating to Cairo, email Nancy with any queries. 3. An entrance interview is scheduled after receipt of the completed application forms and the previous school report. MBIS is not academically selective; however, the school needs to ensure that the curriculum is appropriate to the child's needs. The assessments are age- and stage-appropriate: Foundation & Reception age children – classroom-based observation and a short phonics assessment (90 minutes); Year 1 & Year 2 age children – classroom-based observation; a short reading and writing assessment (90 minutes); Year 3 to Year 11 – an age-appropriate online assessment in reading and mathematics; a short writing task (90 minutes); If the child is new to English – short assessments in speaking, writing and reading; a short non-language based mathematics task (90 minutes). 4. An official offer of a place is made to parents, subject to availability. 5. Parents are invited to confirm the children's enrolment, after which the registration fee is requested. 6. Once the fee is paid, the place is secured. MBIS accepts enrolment applications across the year and places may be limited.	Admissions 1. The admissions process begins a year in advance of September admission. Before you fill in the online form, prepare the required documents: Parents' Egyptian IDs (Mother + Father) in PDF, Pupil Passport in PDF, and Previous school report in PDF. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The Admissions Department acknowledges receipt of each application and holds it on file for entry to the requested academic year. 2. The School accepts pupils for admission at the key entry points of Foundation Stage, Year 7, Year 10 and Year 12. Mid-year entry is not available for Year 11 and Year 13. 3. The Admissions Department oversees the following aspects of your child's admission: receipt of application forms, Open Morning appointments and school tours, arrangements for admissions assessments, interviews with the Principal and the relevant Head of School. 4. Assessments are scheduled subject to the availability of places. It is possible that an applicant will be assessed and offered a place on the waiting list. The registration fee must be settled on or before the date of the assessment. The registration fee is non-refundable and does not guarantee the offer of a place. 5. Foundation Stage uses classroom observation to assess ability; standardised CAT tests are used throughout the rest of the school to assess student ability. Places are offered subject to successful completion of the application procedures and of an academic entrance examination in English, Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning. A formal letter is issued with other necessary paperwork for your completion and return. 6. A term's fees (admissions fees) and supply fees are payable to reserve the place. You are invoiced for: Supply and Admissions Fees; One term's Tuition Fees; Refundable Deposit.
Scholarships	Scholarships Many of our students have been awarded scholarships.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Assessments are scheduled subject to place availability. It is possible that an applicant will be assessed and offered a place on the waiting list.
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