Majesty International Schools vs Marvel International School
Majesty International Schools and Marvel International School are both in Cairo, about 3 km apart. Both schools offer British, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE programmes. Majesty International Schools also offers American, and Marvel International School also offers EYFS. Published annual fees are EGP 75,000 - 175,000 at Majesty International Schools and EGP 89,000 at Marvel International School, which puts Majesty International Schools roughly 40% higher. Majesty International Schools takes pupils from 3 to 18, and Marvel International School from 2 to 18.
British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum
Curriculum
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2019
Opened
2018
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Plot(1-2), ElKhamayel Phase lll, Gate 6, 26th of July Corridor, 6th of October City, Egypt. The campus is state-of-the-art with spacious Early Childhood classrooms, fully-equipped science labs, a library, ICT labs, music and art rooms, and athletic facilities including a PE room, outdoor pool, soccer field, and basketball court. The campus also has a full-time doctor in the on-site clinic. Transportation is provided to ensure students get home safely.
Location
Elshiekh Zayed, 7th District, 3rd neighborhood. The school is located in the Elshiekh Zayed area.
Stages
Stages
Foundation Stage; British School (Years 1–12, Cambridge Pathway KS1–KS4); American School (Grade 1–12).
Stages
Nursery to Year 12; Early Years (EYFS) follows the English National Curriculum; Primary and Secondary follow the Cambridge Framework; ages 2 years 8 months to 18 years.
School type
School type
Independent day school offering British and American curriculums.
School type
Private international school offering Cambridge and Edexcel examinations; English-language education.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Remedial program to reinforce and strengthen knowledge; ESL (English as a Second Language) program; Learning Support with Push-in and Pull-out models.
Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Egypt
Country affiliation
Egypt.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Islamic or Christian, as per student background
Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
Foundation Stage day includes arrival and warm welcome, circle time, learning centers, outdoor play, snack/lunch, and pickup.
School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
The school provides transportation for students.
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application & assessment fees
- Application fee: EGP 3,500 (non‑refundable). - Assessment fee (where required): EGP 5,000 (non‑refundable). - Registration fee on acceptance: EGP 15,000 (non‑refundable one‑time payment; payable within 48 working hours of acceptance). Siblings of an existing student receive 50% off the registration fee.
Tuition fees — American curriculum (Academic year 2026/2027)
- Grade 1–2: Annual tuition EGP 148,000. Payment may be made in five instalments of EGP 29,600 each. Instalment schedule shown: 1st instalment (5 days after acceptance), 2nd instalment (July 1–15), 3rd instalment (September 1–15), 4th instalment (November 1–15), 5th instalment (January 1–15). Sibling discount on tuition: 1st sibling 10%; 2nd sibling 5%; 3rd sibling 5%; 4th sibling 5%.
- Grade 3–6: Annual tuition EGP 157,000. Payment in five instalments of EGP 31,400 each (same instalment dates as above).
- Grade 7–9: Annual tuition EGP 160,000. Payment in five instalments of EGP 32,000 each (same instalment dates as above).
- Grade 10–12: Annual tuition EGP 175,000. Payment in five instalments of EGP 35,000 each (same instalment dates as above).
Tuition fees — British curriculum (published for 2025/2026 where 2026/27 figures are not published)
- Instalment timetable and due windows (American curriculum example): 1st instalment due within 5 days after acceptance; subsequent instalments due in fixed windows (July 1–15, September 1–15, November 1–15, January 1–15). Failure to pay instalments on time can result in cancellation of promotional offers and may affect enrollment terms. - 5% discount applies for payment of the full yearly tuition in advance if paid before July 1. - Transportation (bus) fees: 50% of the transportation fee must be paid with the first instalment and the remaining 50% with the second instalment. External exams, school trips, camps and after‑school activity fees are not included in the announced tuition. Uniforms are obligatory for all students. - Academic resources and activity fees are due in full with the third instalment; the specific amount for these items is set separately.
Boarding fees (where applicable)
- Boarding is offered and an annual boarding fee is listed by external school directories as EGP 70,000 per year. (Boarding is noted by third‑party international school listings for the school).
Other costs and recurring charges
- Uniform: Uniform is obligatory; cost is charged separately (uniform cost amount is not published on the fee materials). External examinations, school trips, camps, and after‑school activities are charged in addition to tuition. Academic resources / activity fees are charged with the third instalment; the amount is determined separately. Transportation (bus) is charged separately and paid 50% with the first instalment and 50% with the second instalment. Sibling concessions apply to registration fees and to tuition as indicated above.
Refunds and non‑refundable items
- The application, assessment and registration fees are non‑refundable. The registration fee is specified as non‑refundable and payable within 48 working hours of acceptance. Offers tied to instalment plans may be canceled if instalments are not paid on time. No separate full‑tuition refund schedule is published in the school's fee materials available for these academic years.
Fee payment options
- Instalment billing windows and due dates are published for the American curriculum and general payment terms are published, but the school's publicly posted fee materials do not list specific payment channels (for example, explicit bank account details, card payment processors, or online payment portal instructions are not published in the fee documents provided). Contact the school administration directly to confirm accepted payment methods and to obtain the exact bank or card payment instructions.
Fee details
Application / Registration Fees - No publicly published non‑refundable application or registration fee amount was found for Marvel International School.
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - Pre‑School (Pre‑KG / Nursery): EGP 70,700 per year. - FS1–FS2 (Foundation Stage 1–2): EGP 89,000 per year. - Years 1–2: EGP 104,200 per year. - Years 3–5: EGP 112,200 per year. - Year 6: EGP 119,300 per year. - Years 7–8: EGP 120,300 per year. - Years 9–10: EGP 119,300 per year. - Year 11: EGP 122,300 per year. - Year 12: fee listed as subject/individualised; no single annual figure published. - These figures are published as annual tuition amounts. A per‑term breakdown (term 1 / term 2 / term 3 amounts) was not published in the publicly available fee listing.
Per‑term amounts - A specific term‑by‑term fee schedule (amounts due each term) was not publicly available; only annual tuition figures are shown in the available fee listing. Parents should expect that annual tuition will be split across the school's standard terms but the exact per‑term instalments and any term‑specific resource or materials charges were not published.
Billing schedule and payment terms - No publicly published billing schedule, due‑date calendar, or formal payment‑terms policy (for example: dates for first/second/third instalments, late‑payment penalties, or discounts for early/annual payment) was found in the publicly available information.
Boarding fees - Boarding provision or boarding fees are not listed. The school is presented with day‑school facilities (transport/bus is listed as a facility) and no boarding fees or boarding option were published.
Other costs and typical additional charges - No specific published amounts were found for uniforms, transport (bus) fees, examination registration (IGCSE/A‑Level), textbooks, consumables, extracurricular clubs, field trips or optional activities. Families should budget for these commonly charged items in addition to the annual tuition. The publicly listed materials did not itemise these additional charges.
Refund information - No publicly published refund policy or details about refund conditions (for withdrawal, cancellation, or deposit refunds) were found in the available fee information.
Fee payment options - No specific published payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, on‑site credit/debit card payment, online payment portal, or instalment plan providers) were located in the public fee information.
Notes on currency and approximate conversion - One directory provided an approximate equivalent in US dollars (displayed as approximately $2,165) as a general indicator rather than an official school conversion; the official figures above are presented in Egyptian pounds (EGP).
Brief summary of what was found and what was not published - Public listings contain an annual tuition schedule by year group (amounts set out above). The school's publicly available materials and major school directories did not publish an application/registration fee amount, a term‑by‑term breakdown, a formal billing calendar or payment‑terms policy, boarding fees, specific charges for uniforms/transport/exams, refund policy details, or accepted payment methods. Parents should note that the available listing shows annual tuition figures and that finer details (term instalments, other fees, payment options, refunds) were not published in the publicly accessible fee materials.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
The school requires all students to wear the standard school uniform. Footwear must be plain black sterilizable shoes.
Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
Majesty International Schools is governed by a Board of Directors; the chair is Mrs. Eman Gohar. Majesty International Schools is an independent organization established in 2019, and the founder is described as the founder and owner of more than 11 schools.
Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
British and American curriculums are offered. Cambridge Primary is used for KS1 (Years 1–2), including English, Mathematics, Science, and Global Perspectives. The American pathway uses the Carnegie Unit System with 120 contact hours per credit and a 26-credit graduation requirement, including four English Language Arts, four Mathematics, four Science (two with labs), four Social Studies, four credits in practical and technical arts, two foreign language credits (German or French), three credits in fine and performing arts, and one credit in physical education, social and emotional health and safety. The school is an exam venue for Cambridge, Edexcel, and Oxford Assessments. ESL support is available for English language learners.
Curriculum details
Marvel International School was founded in 2018. MIS is accredited and an approved centre for Edexcel, AQA and Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A-Level examinations. Following the Cambridge and the EYFS National Curriculum framework, MIS delivers the British education system to children aged 2 years 8 months to 18 years old, from Nursery to Year 12. EYFS follow the National Curriculum of England (7 Areas of Learning and Development): Literacy, Mathematics, Communication and Language, Understanding the World, Physical Development, Personal, Social & Emotional Development, Expressive Arts & Design. Primary and Secondary Stages follow the Cambridge Framework. This provides a flexible framework for developing skills and understanding in English as a first language, Mathematics, Science (and Humanities in Primary) and Cambridge Global Perspectives. All stages study non-core subjects such as Art, P.E., Music, ICT, French/German (except Nursery & FS1), Arabic, Religion (except EYFS), Arabic Social Studies (Y4 to Y10), Pastoral.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The Majesty community supports students' social and emotional development and develops life skills such as independence, inquiry, problem solving, teamwork, and creativity.
Social & emotional learning
EYFS follows the National Curriculum of England and includes Personal, Social & Emotional Development. Pastoral is included in the curriculum. The Cambridge Framework guides Primary and Secondary, with English as a first language and Cambridge Global Perspectives in upper levels. The main academic and social medium is technology-based.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
Learning Support offers short-term or long-term programs, including a Remedial Program to reinforce knowledge and master subject-specific skills, and an ESL program for English language learners, with entry assessments and individualized learning plans.
Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
ESL (English Second Language) is offered with entry assessment and individualized learning plans.
English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
In 2019, Majesty International Schools opened its doors. The campus has strategically designed classrooms, spacious Early Childhood classrooms, and fully equipped science labs. Classrooms are spacious and air-conditioned, with networked computers and interactive TV/whiteboards. A Montessori Room provides a child-centered environment, and the library offers a quiet space for reading. The campus features athletic facilities including a PE room, an outdoor pool, a soccer field, and a basketball court. Majesty International Schools is a certified exam venue for British Council exams, running Cambridge, Edexcel and Oxford Assessments.
Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
Athletic facilities include a PE room, an outdoor pool, a soccer field, and a football court, as well as a basketball and volleyball court.
Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
Spacious, air-conditioned classrooms are equipped with networked computers and interactive TV/whiteboards. The campus includes a Montessori Room, science labs, ICT labs, and a library. The Art Room supports creative learning, and dedicated clinics are available for student health.
Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
The Art Room supports creativity and the Art Club activities, and Music rooms provide opportunities for music education.
Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
Majesty International Schools is an independent organization established in 2019 to offer both British and American curriculums. The campus opened in 2019 and provides a state-of-the-art learning environment with strategically designed classrooms, Early Childhood spaces, and fully equipped science labs. It is a certified exam venue for Cambridge, Edexcel and Oxford Assessments, reflecting its international curriculum options. The school emphasizes life skills such as independence, inquiry, problem solving, teamwork, and creativity.
History
The school was founded in 2018. Marvel International School is accredited and an approved centre for Edexcel, AQA and Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A-Level examinations. It follows the Cambridge and the EYFS National Curriculum framework, delivering British education to children aged 2 years 8 months to 18 years old, from Nursery to Year 12. The school is located at Elshiekh Zayed 7th District 3rd neighborhood.
Community
Community
The International Community engages students in global initiatives, including participation in COP26 UK and a Sports For Climate Event at the British embassy. EYFS celebrated International Day, bringing life and various cultures to the school with guest attendees from embassies. Majesty collaborates with Twinkl for educator workshops, including a partnership to host a workshop in Egypt.
Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
Dare To Care is a student leadership program designed to equip students with skills to explore opportunities beyond the classroom and develop personal social skills to support peers. Fundraising Campaigns include Breast Cancer Event. Marathon Campaign is part of the fundraising campaigns. The campaigns are organized under the Community section of Majesty International Schools.
Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
Science Club provides science-related activities that extend and enhance the science taught in the classroom. Board Games Club promotes collaboration, inquiry and critical thinking by applying concepts learned through play. English Movie Club offers a safe space to grow and gain confidence, while a focus on film fosters cross‑age camaraderie. Arts & Crafts Club and Art Club cultivate creativity and fine motor skills while building a collaborative school community.
Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
Music rooms introduce students to music and the benefits of music. The Art Room offers facilities for drawing and design, and Art Club builds a sense of community as student artists create murals and artworks around the school. Arts & Crafts Club supports creativity and critical thinking through hands‑on projects, while the Art Club emphasizes teamwork and positive atmosphere.
Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
International Day showcased life and cultures from around the world as EYFS students performed and shared different cultures. Our students also participated in a COP26 UK event, presenting a video on tackling global warming as part of a Sports For Climate Initiative at the British embassy. A Twinkl collaboration with Majesty brought a Global Arabic workshop and related resources to educators in Egypt. These activities reflect the school's emphasis on international engagement and multicultural learning.
Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
Sports and creative clubs include Basketball Club, Football Club and Zumba Club, and Majesty Sports Academy to develop athletic skills and positive attitudes. Arts & Crafts Club, Cooking Club, English Movie Club, Art Club and Board Games Club foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. Performance & Dance Clubs promote memory, teamwork, focus and respect, while the campus provides a playing and social environment through courts, a swimming pool and a cafe area.
Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
Fundraising Campaigns feature Dare To Care, a student leadership program designed to equip students with skills to explore opportunities beyond the classroom and develop social skills to support peers and the community. This initiative is part of the school's broader fundraising efforts to engage students in service and community involvement.
Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
The student leadership program described in Fundraising Campaigns aims to equip students with skills to pursue opportunities beyond the classroom and to develop social skills for peer support and community service. The program is integrated with Dare To Care fundraising activities, encouraging leadership and initiative among students.
Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Our state‑of‑the‑art campus includes a PE room, an outdoor pool, a soccer field and a basketball court to support physical activity and wellbeing. Classrooms are spacious and air‑conditioned with ICT and art facilities, and there are dedicated spaces such as a swimming pool, a library and music rooms to foster a healthy, active lifestyle. The Majesty Sports Academy and a range of active clubs promote fitness, sport and wellness across the school community.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
The Cambridge Lower Secondary English curriculum is implemented. Arabic is taught under the Egyptian Ministry of Education guidelines, and Arabic, Religion, and Social Studies are delivered by specialist teachers. An ESL (English Second Language) program is available for students who require English language support.
Language provision
English is the first language of instruction. EYFS follows the National Curriculum of England, while Primary and Secondary follow the Cambridge Framework. French and German are offered as non-core languages (except Nursery & FS1). Arabic is taught as a subject, with Arabic Social Studies taught from Year 4 to Year 10, and Religion taught except in EYFS.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
The school has rolling admission throughout the academic year. Majesty International Schools accepts students starting from Pre Foundation Stage (Pre-K) at 2.6 years. The school offers two divisions: a British School (Year 1 to 12) and an American School (Grade 1 to 12). The Admissions Department oversees the admissions process, including receipt of application forms, arrangements for assessments, and interviews with the Principal and the relevant Head of School. All new students must complete the application form. The Application Process is: 1. Complete and email the student Application form; 2) Admission Team will contact you; 3) Schedule an appointment for the Admission Assessment; 4) Pay a non-refundable Application fee of 3500 EGP; 5) Schedule an appointment for the Parents' interview. Required documents are: Child's digital Birth Certificate; 10 passport-size photos; Copy of each parent's/guardian's ID; Last Academic Report from previous school; Official transfer documents from relevant Educational Directorate; Copy of parent's Graduation certification.
Admissions
1. Online Admission Enquiry (Step 1 of 2). The form collects essential student and family information to begin the application. It asks for Student Name, Academic Year, Gender, Date of Birth, and Grade, as well as Previous School Name and Previous grade year. It also requests parent names and occupations, contact details (Mobile and Email), and address in English and Arabic. It includes interview and assessment preferences (Online or In-school for both interview and assessment) and asks how the family heard about Marvel. 2. Interview and Assessment Modality (Step 2). The form shows options to choose the preferred method for the parent interview (Online Interview or In school premises Interview) and for the assessment (Online Assessment or In school premises Assessment). The two options for interview and the two options for assessment indicate that interviews and assessments may be conducted either online or on campus. This step is part of completing the online admission enquiry as the admissions process continues after Step 1.