Majesty International Schools vs The Royal British International School
Majesty International Schools and The Royal British International School are both in Cairo, about 49 km apart. Both schools offer British, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE programmes. Majesty International Schools also offers Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE and American, and The Royal British International School also offers EYFS. Published annual fees are close, at EGP 75,000 - 175,000 for Majesty International Schools and EGP 80,000 - 184,000 for The Royal British International School. Majesty International Schools takes pupils from 3 to 18, and The Royal British 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, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
342
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
2019
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
Located in the centre of New Cairo's Residential Area. The campus is in New Cairo City, Cairo, Egypt, within a central residential district. Visitors can find directions via the Find us on Maps link.
Stages
Stages
Foundation Stage; British School (Years 1–12, Cambridge Pathway KS1–KS4); American School (Grade 1–12).
Stages
EYFS, Primary, and Secondary
School type
School type
Independent day school offering British and American curriculums.
School type
British international school delivering the British National Curriculum
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
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy is in place.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Egypt
Country affiliation
British
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
- Application (assessment) fee: EGP 3,000–3,500 payable to begin the admissions process. - Registration (placement) deposit/fee: EGP 15,000–18,000 payable within five days of acceptance to secure the place.
Tuition fees (annual and per term by year group)
Note: Tuition is invoiced and payable in three equal instalments (termly). The school schedules these instalments in June, September and December. Annual figures below are taken from published fee listings; per-term figures are the annual amount divided into three equal instalments.
- Early years / Pre‑KG / KG1: - Annual tuition: EGP 80,000 – 190,000. - Per term (three equal instalments): EGP 26,667 – 63,333.
- Foundation Stage 1 – Foundation Stage 2 (FS1 – FS2): - Annual tuition: EGP 138,000 – 214,000. - Per term: EGP 46,000 – 71,333.
- Year 1 – Year 2: - Annual tuition: EGP 165,000 – 273,000. - Per term: EGP 55,000 – 91,000.
- Years 3 – 9: - Annual tuition: EGP 184,000 – 264,000. - Per term: EGP 61,333 – 88,000.
- Years 10 – 12 (IGCSE / A‑Level years): - Annual tuition: EGP 175,000 (published figure); separate external examination entry fees and subject-specific costs may apply in addition to tuition. - Per term: EGP 58,333.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is payable in three equal instalments; scheduled instalment months are June, September and December. - The registration/placement fee is payable promptly after an offer (the school requires registration payment no later than five days post‑acceptance). Late payment may attract interest or require advance payment for subsequent years as a condition of continued enrolment. Parents are personally liable for timely payment of all fees.
Boarding / day provision
- The Royal British International School operates as a day school. There is no published boarding provision; a school bus service is provided for student transport.
Other costs and typical extras
- School bus / transportation: EGP 32,000 – 40,000 (annual, depending on route). - Books and learning resources: EGP 9,000 – 12,800 (estimated annual range noted in published listings). - Uniforms: uniform is required; parents should budget for initial uniform set and seasonal replacements (no fixed published uniform price was listed). - Devices / ICT: from Year 6 upward students use school‑issued or personal tablets for much of the curriculum; families should expect device or accessory costs and occasional software or licence charges. - Examination fees: external exam entry charges (IGCSE, A‑Level, Pearson/Edexcel/Cambridge/AQA) are charged in addition to tuition and vary by subject and examining body. Budget for per‑subject exam fees in upper secondary. - Additional extras that may incur charges: extracurricular clubs/academies, specialist tuition, medical or clinic charges for treatments not covered by the school clinic, and optional trips.
Refund information
- If a refund of tuition is requested before the school year starts, a 10% deduction applies. - No refunds are provided after the start of Term 2. - Refund requests must be submitted in writing to the school administration and will be processed after receipt of required documentation.
Fee payment options
- Accepted methods for paying tuition: cash, Visa (credit/debit card) and bank transfer. - The school may require specific local currency handling; parents should confirm currency and payment cut‑offs when arranging transfers.
Important notes for parents (practical facts only)
- Published annual tuition figures appear in public school listings and directories; the school collects tuition in three equal instalments. Additional mandatory charges (registration, transport, books, exam entries) are billed separately. Parents should budget for both tuition and these recurring extras.
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
The Royal British International School has a House System designed to foster belonging and identity. House names are based on a Royal Traditions theme and promote essential life principles; the House Crew recognises strengths and provides support when concerns arise. It operates a MERIT SCHEME whereby Primary students earn PAWS and Secondary students earn Merits, with House Points awarded for participation and achievement, and the Winning House recognised and celebrated.
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
The Royal British International School is governed by a Steering Committee / School Board, with Mr. Amr Kamal El Din as Chairman and founder. The Managing Director & Board Representative is Ms. Alia Abu Elnaga. The leadership team includes Ms. Liz Deakin as Whole School Principal and Ms. Wendy Routledge as EYFS & Primary Principal.
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
EYFS & Primary Curriculum: Our youngest learners follow the Early Years Foundation Stage with strong emphasis on play, early childhood development and interpersonal skills. They progress to KS1 and KS2, where the National Curriculum of England underpins learning, with adjustments made to fit our local context and international culture. Secondary Curriculum: In Key Stage Three we implement the British National Curriculum, with English, Mathematics, Science, Art and Design, French or German, Humanities (including Global Perspectives), Music, Physical Education and Computing. Egyptian students study the Egyptian Ministry of Education Curriculum in Arabic, Religion and Social Studies; other students study Arabic as a foreign language. From Year 10, five IGCSE subjects are chosen, followed by up to two AS levels in Year 11 and potential A levels in Year 12 (Year 13 optional). Assessment in secondary includes Cognitive Ability Tests in Years 7 and 10, formal internal examinations at the end of each term, Year 9 sit the Pearson iLower Secondary Examinations in May, and IGCSEs at the end of Years 10 and 11 with AS/A levels in Years 11 and 12.
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
IGCSE Top in the World (November 2025); iLower Pearson Top Achiever (November 2025).
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
Graduates destinations include Sunderland University; University of the West of England (UWE Bristol); American University in Cairo; German University of Cairo; University of Liverpool; University of Hertfordshire; Coventry University; European Universities in Egypt; EU Business School in Barcelona; Gisma University of Applied Sciences, among others.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
Academy Pathways: The Artist Within and The Athlete Within for Years 3–12, offering specialized elective experiences with a dedicated weekly time slot to nurture talents. Pathways are supported by highly trained coaches and mentors and include Golf, Squash, Padel, Football, Basketball, Ballet, Art, Music and MUN.
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
The school nurtures each pupil's intellectual, personal, and emotional growth within a caring, safe, engaging and inclusive community. The vision is for students to flourish as confident, compassionate, and globally minded individuals who positively shape their communities. The Royal Pillars include Enrichment, Empowerment, Esteem, Excellence and Empathy, guiding everyday learning. The Royal Campus supports social, emotional and physical development as part of a holistic education. The school prioritises student safety and addresses individual needs in a conducive setting that promotes creative exploration and free expression. A culture of collaborative and continuous learning runs through all school activities.
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)
The school has a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy. The school addresses individual student needs in a conducive setting, promoting creative exploration, free expression, and ongoing learning. A School Counselor leads pupil welfare and provides targeted support. The British National Curriculum with local adjustments underpins learning across the school. From Year Four onwards Egyptian Arabic, Religion and Social Studies are studied as part of the Egyptian Ministry of Education curriculum, while other students study Arabic as a foreign language. The SEN Policy supports inclusive education.
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
The curriculum is based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with adjustments for local context and international culture. In Key Stage Three, subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Art and Design, French or German, Humanities (including Global Perspectives), Music, Physical Education and Computing; Egyptian students also study the Egyptian Ministry of Education Curriculum in Arabic, Religion and Social Studies, while others will study Arabic as a foreign language. Key Stages Four and Five involve five IGCSE subjects with options for AS and A levels, and Egyptian students continue with the Egyptian Curriculum. Beyond The Classroom, languages such as Spanish and Chinese Language & Culture are offered.
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
Mental and emotional wellbeing are central to the school's approach to education, aligned with the mission to nurture intellectual, personal, and emotional growth within a safe and inclusive community. A School Counselor leads pupil welfare and provides ongoing support. The Royal Campus is designed to foster social, emotional and physical development as part of a holistic experience. Wellbeing is supported by a Wellbeing Policy among the key policies. Safeguarding and welfare are prioritized to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a high priority; The Royal British International School is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all members of our community. The safeguarding structure includes designated safeguarding leads across the leadership team. Policies published include the Safeguarding Policy, Whistleblowing Policy, and Safeguarding Visitors' Brochure. These policies reflect Article 3.1 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and align with the British Government guidelines Keeping Children Safe In Education (KCSIE 2025). Designated safeguarding leads include the Whole School Principal, Primary Principal, EYFS Coordinator, and other senior staff.
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
The Royal Campus is located in the heart of New Cairo. The infrastructure and amenities foster an environment that supports academic, social, emotional, and physical development. The campus is powered by its own solar panels and sustainable energy systems, making it one of the first campuses of its kind in Egypt and the Middle East with carbon-neutral targets. A Green Students program engages selected students to raise awareness about environmental stewardship through service projects and leadership.
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.
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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
Academy Pathways provide a weekly elective time for students in Years 3 to 12 to develop talents in areas including The Artist Within and The Athlete Within, with pathways such as golf, squash, padel, football, basketball, ballet, art, music, and MUN. Beyond The Classroom offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including Arts and Crafts; Cookery, Jewellery; Designing and Making; Engineering; Dukes Awards; Music; Spanish; Chinese Language & Culture; Etiquette; Swimming; Yoga; Board Games; Computing; Book Club; Dance & Movement; Puzzles & Games Club. The Royal Sports Club provides after-school sports led by professional coaches, with options including football, squash, padel, basketball, fitness, ballet, and dance.
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 Royal British International School is located in the heart of New Cairo. It opened its doors to students in 2019. The school is led by a School Board chaired by Mr. Amr Kamal El Din, who is the School Founder. The Royal School's Founder is Amira Moussa, and the school emphasizes British education with accreditation from the British Council and major examination boards; its latest British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection rated the school as Excellent. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum of England with adjustments for local context and international culture across the Early Years to secondary levels.
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
The Royal British International School fosters an inclusive, community-focused learning environment and emphasizes collaboration among staff, students, and families. The mission describes nurturing intellectual, personal, and emotional growth within a caring, safe, engaging and inclusive community. Student life includes a calendar of events and activities such as the KS1 Christmas Show, the Secondary Trip to Turkey, and academic competitions like Battle of the Brains; the First Day of School is also featured in the school's events gallery.
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.
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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
Academy Pathways offer Years 3 to 12 a choice of elective experiences with a dedicated weekly time slot to nurture talents and proficiencies. The Artist Within and The Athlete Within provide opportunities to develop skills across arts, sports, and cultural disciplines, guided by highly-trained coaches and mentors. Pathway activities include Golf, Squash, Padel, Football, Basketball, Ballet, Art, Music, and MUN.
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
The Artist Within and The Athlete Within Academy Pathways cover Art, Music, and related creative disciplines with a dedicated weekly slot to nurture talents. Beyond The Classroom offers Arts and Crafts, Jewellery, Designing and Making, Music, Dance and Movement, and Book Club, led by teachers who share their skills. Students have opportunities to explore creativity through performance and collaboration.
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
Spanish and Chinese Language & Culture are offered as part of Beyond The Classroom enrichment. These sessions broaden cultural awareness and language skills beyond the core curriculum. Etiquette and other cultural experiences are included as enrichment activities.
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
Extracurricular activities include Board Games, Puzzles & Games Club, Dance & Movement, Yoga, Swimming, and a Book Club. These activities are led by teachers who are enthusiastic about sharing skills and encouraging collaboration. Students can pursue personal interests and socialise with peers within a supportive environment.
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.
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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
The House System is designed to foster belonging and leadership. House Crews recognise students' strengths and support peers, with a MERIT scheme for Primary and Secondary students. Academy Pathways and ECAs provide leadership development and opportunities to work as a team, while activities such as Dukes Awards recognise achievement and personal growth.
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
The Royal Sports Club offers a range of after-school sports led by professional coaches. Activities include football, squash, padel, basketball, ballet, and fitness programs. Wellness is supported by swimming, yoga, and other movement activities.
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
French or German are offered as language options in Key Stage Three (Years Seven to Nine). Egyptian students study the Egyptian Ministry of Education Curriculum in Arabic, Religion and Social Studies, and all other students study Arabic as a foreign language. English is a listed subject within the curriculum.
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
November 2025 IGCSE Top in the World; November 2025 iLower Pearson Top Achiever; September 2023 RB Participates in the Principal's forum 2023; April 2025 BSME Inspection Announcement; December 2023 RB School – BSO Inspection Announcement
Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
The Royal British International School is accredited by the British Council as well as the Oxford AQA, Cambridge, and Pearson Edexcel examination boards. It also holds British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation, with the most recent BSO inspection rating infrastructure, parent communication, welfare, health and safety, and leadership and management as Excellent.
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. Visit for a campus tour and meet Admissions staff. Appointments are by Hotline 15065 or mobile numbers +20 1030303087, +20 1030303089, +20 1030666033. Admission is based on academic achievement, not age, with priority to siblings and to those from aligned schools. Admissions consider academic aptitude, space, and application date; other factors vary by case. 2. Submit the enrollment application and required documents on campus. Applications are accepted throughout the year subject to space. For Years 1–2, the Lower Primary Principal evaluates Foundation Stage and Year 1–2; Years 3–12 take CAT4 online in Literacy and Numeracy. 3. Submit required documents on the day of the assessment; remaining documents follow acceptance. Documents include Original Birth Certificate – computer generated (Egyptian Students); Photocopy of Passport (Non-Egyptian Students); Photocopy of the Father's ID; Photocopy of the Mother's ID; 6 Recent Personal Size Photographs; Applicant's Behavioural Reference Letter; Original Academic Records/Reports; Stamped attendance statement from previous schools starting from Year/Grade One. Additional copies may be requested. 4. Within Egypt transfers require a sequential MoE promotion certificate and a stamped School Transfer Certificate; Electronic Transfer from the previous school; MoE admissions letter for foreign students. 5. Transferring from abroad requires attendance statement; previous reports stamped by MoE and MoFA; MoE admissions letter for Egyptians and foreign students. 6. Tuition refunds: 10% deduction if requested before the year starts; no refunds after Term 2. Refunds are processed after a written request. If the school cancels a term, a full refund is issued; if the student cancels, no refund. A non-refundable Registration Fee applies; the first instalment is required in May to secure a place. 7. Apply Now: The online admissions form starts with Student Information and runs in four steps. The form is available on the admissions page. JavaScript must be enabled to complete the form.