Marvel International School vs New Horizon International School

	M Marvel International School Cairo, Egypt	N New Horizon International School Cairo, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 89,000	Fees / year EGP 65,000 - 90,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
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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	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 430
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Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2018	Opened 1993
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Elshiekh Zayed, 7th District, 3rd neighborhood. The school is located in the Elshiekh Zayed area.	Location Maadi, Cairo, Egypt. Address: 8 Al Ofouk Street, Zahraa Al Maadi City – Sector #3, Maadi – Cairo – Egypt. The school is located in the Maadi district, a residential area in southern Cairo. It is accessible by road from central Cairo.
Stages	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.	Stages Reception through Lower Senior Two (10 years of schooling) in the International Department, followed by the Core IG programme leading to IGCSE.
School type	School type Private international school offering Cambridge and Edexcel examinations; English-language education.	School type International school (British curriculum) – day school; delivers IGCSE.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Egypt.	Country affiliation Egypt
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
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Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details Application / Registration Fees - Application fee: EGP 1,500 (one‑time per application). Annual Tuition by Year Group (Academic year 2025/2026) - Pre‑KG: EGP 60,000 per year. - KG1 – KG2: EGP 65,000 per year. - Grades 1 – 12: EGP 90,000 per year (same annual rate listed for Grades 1 through 12). Per‑term amounts (calculated) - Per‑term figures below are simple divisions of the published annual tuition into three equal terms (calculated for convenience): - Pre‑KG: EGP 20,000 per term (EGP 60,000 ÷ 3). - KG1 – KG2: EGP 21,667 per term (EGP 65,000 ÷ 3, rounded). - Grades 1 – 12: EGP 30,000 per term (EGP 90,000 ÷ 3). Billing schedule and payment terms - The published fee figures are presented as annual tuition for the 2025/2026 academic year. Per‑term amounts above are provided as equal three‑term breakdowns for planning purposes; the school's formal billing schedule, installment dates and any required deposits are set and communicated by the school at registration. Boarding / Accommodation - Boarding is not listed among the school's facilities; the school operates as a day school with transportation services available. No boarding fees apply. Other compulsory or commonly observed additional costs - Bus (transportation) fee: EGP 20,000 per year (listed separately from tuition). - Textbooks and uniform: explicitly excluded from the published tuition figures; these are billed separately. - Extra costs that frequently apply at international schools (examples to budget for): examination fees, school trips, specialist course materials, extracurricular activities and any private instrument or club fees. Specific amounts for these items are determined per activity or academic year by the school. Refund information - No separate, publicly posted refund policy for application, registration or tuition payments is given in the school's published admissions material for the 2025/2026 year; parents should review the school's finance terms at registration or with the admissions/finance office for any refund, cancellation or withdrawal conditions that will apply to paid fees. Fee payment options and currency - All fees are shown in Egyptian pounds (EGP). The school processes fee payments through its finance office; the school's admissions/finance office provides the accepted payment methods and account details at registration. For contact and admissions queries use the school's admissions email or phone. Notes for budgeting parents - Tuition figures above are the published annual rates for the 2025/2026 academic year and do not include textbooks, uniforms or the separate bus fee. Expect standard additional charges for exams, trips and some extracurricular activities. Plan using the annual numbers and the three‑term breakdowns above for short‑term cashflow planning.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education in Egypt and is a regular member of the European Council of International Schools.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details International Department follows the British curriculum preparing students for the IGCSE. The International Department starts at Reception level up to Lower Senior Two, accounting for 10 years of schooling. After Lower Senior Two, students who successfully pass will continue onto the Core IG programme preparing them to obtain their IGCSE qualification. Egyptian students must complete Arabic, Religion, and Social Studies subjects as provided by the Egyptian National Curriculum. French is taught as a second language from Reception. The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education in Egypt and is accredited to deliver Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE) and Edexcel qualifications.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results New Horizon has provided the IGCSE programme since 1998, and is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel under license of the Egyptian Ministry of Education; final subject exams are conducted under the auspices of the British Council in Cairo. Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award winners include Top in the World and Top in Egypt recognitions for individual students. The school publishes monthly assessment reports, holds a mock exam in March, and conducts final exams under Cambridge/British Council in May and October each year.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education at Egyptian and international universities through the IGCSE pathway. The school has Cambridge Beacon School Award status and Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award recipients, including Top in the World and Top in Egypt, with recognition by the British Council, indicating strong university admissions outcomes.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Notable gifts and talents are recognised through Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award winners and Top in the World/Top in Egypt Cambridge Learner Awards; several students have earned scholarships and participated in British Council programs such as Your World competitions.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	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.	Social & emotional learning HAMSA Peace Programme provides peace education to instill ethics and values for global peace. The Peace Culture Programme emphasises humanity, positivity, non-violent communication, compassion, understanding and wisdom in decision making. Heart to Heart Programme extends peace education through international youth engagement, including participation in events like the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. The Self-Awareness Programme, launched in 2007, covers self-discipline and respect, yoga practice, effective resolution of daily challenges, non-violence, hygiene and nutrition, well-rounded physical and emotional health, creative attention, concentration and relaxation techniques. Extra-curricular activities offer a range of pursuits, including guitar, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, yoga and mindfulness, gardening, arts and crafts, all delivered by trained professionals. The Student Council is elected annually by the students and represents the student body, developing responsibility, listening skills, and leadership for the school community and beyond.
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English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language The International Department follows the British curriculum preparing students for the IGCSE. The Department starts at Reception level and continues through Lower Senior Two, a ten-year span. After Lower Senior Two, students continue onto the Core IG programme to obtain the IGCSE qualification. Egyptian students must complete Arabic, Religion, and Social Studies as provided by the Egyptian National Curriculum, and French is taught as a second language from Reception. Incoming transfer students must complete entrance tests in English language and Mathematics conducted by New Horizon. The IGCSE programme has been provided since 1998 and is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel International London Examinations; Both accreditations are under license of the Egyptian Ministry of Education and supervised by the British Council in Cairo. The Cambridge Beacon School Award recognises quality and ongoing excellence in the programme.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing The Self-Awareness Programme launched in 2007 includes self-discipline and respect, yoga practice, coping with daily challenges, non-violence and compassion, hygiene and nutrition, and aims at promoting well-rounded physical and emotional health, concentration and relaxation techniques. HAMSA Peace Programme fosters peace education to build peaceful individuals and societies, focusing on humanity, non-violent communication, compassion and wisdom. Extra-curricular activities and campus life support wellbeing through mindfulness, yoga and physical activity, with a range of offerings such as guitar, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, gardening and arts and crafts. Overall, the programme integrates mental well-being with academic and community activities to promote resilience and holistic development.
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Facilities	Facilities
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Extra-curricular activities are an integral part of the New Horizon International School Programme. They provide opportunities to explore beyond the traditional curriculum, making the school experience more enjoyable, educational and memorable. The Heart to Heart Programme brings international youth experiences to the school community. During the school year, a variety of activities is offered, including guitar lessons, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, yoga and mindfulness, gardening, arts and crafts, and leather work, all taught by trained professionals. The Self-Awareness Programme, launched in 2007, includes guidelines for self-discipline and respect, yoga practice, resolution of everyday challenges, non-violence and compassion, hygiene and nutrition, well-rounded health, and creative attention and relaxation techniques.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	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.	History New Horizon International School was established in 1993 to serve as a contribution to the Egyptian & the multi-national society in Cairo-Egypt. The school is an English medium institute hosting students from Kindergarten levels through Secondary years, offering the British and Egyptian curricula. Students attain the International General Certificate for Secondary Education (IGCSE), which allows them to enter universities located in Egypt and worldwide. The school is a regular member of the European Council of International Schools and is licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Education, the Cambridge International Examinations Board and the Edexcel International London Examinations Board in the United Kingdom to deliver the IGCSE programme.
Community	Community —	Community Campus Life + Community Outreach includes activities such as the Student Council and HAMSA Peace Programme. The Student Council is elected every year by the students and for the students of New Horizon International School, representing the class throughout the scholastic year. The HAMSA Peace Programme promotes peace education for young learners and is part of the school's peace culture initiatives.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association Parent – Teacher Council (PTC) brings together Parents and School staff to share ideas and insights on how to make our children's educational experience nurturing, exciting and wholesome, and then, together we set out to make it happen. The PTC continues to add to children's happiness and development, bringing the spirit of goodwill and harmony throughout our school community. New Horizon School administration received extensive support from our dear Parents who helped with activities including: the student board elections, International Day, Science fair, Talent show, preparing an agenda for upcoming school year activities, a school-wide leadership and life skills program based on 'the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens' and 'The Leader in Me', Family outings & trips, Story time & activities for the younger classes, Book fair, Art & photography shows/competitions, Career day, and Environmental awareness day.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Art and Design Programme encourages creativity through art, craft and design and teaches techniques while engaging with the works of great artists. ICT and Computing Programme develops computational thinking and programming, linking mathematics, science and design to real‑world problems and building digital literacy. Music and Song Programme provides high‑quality music education, supporting performance and appreciation across periods, genres and traditions. The school broadens intellectual horizons through events and competitions such as the Heart to Heart Programme and the El Shona International Biennale.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Art and Design Programme engages students in art, craft and design and teaches design techniques while exploring the works of master artists. Music and Song Programme provides high‑quality music education, inspiring students to develop their love of music and their talent as musicians. Extra-curricular activities include guitar lessons, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, yoga and mindfulness, gardening, arts and crafts and leather work, all presented by trained professionals.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language International Department follows the British curriculum to prepare students for the IGCSE, starting at Reception and continuing to Lower Senior Two before the Core IG programme. Egyptian students complete Arabic, Religion and Social Studies under the Egyptian National Curriculum, while French is taught as a second language from Reception. The department supports multicultural engagement through international programmes and activities.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies During the school year we offer a variety of extra-curricular activities for students to enjoy. They include guitar lessons, dance, etiquette, drama, jazz, yoga and mindfulness, gardening, arts and crafts and leather work. All activities are presented by trained professionals.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Campus Life includes community outreach opportunities such as the Heart to Heart Programme, which brings international experiences to students. The school also participates in service initiatives such as the Volunteer Child programme, in collaboration with the Institute of Cultural Affairs and the United Nations. Students have participated in national environmental campaigns such as Waste 2001 and the Environmental Festival 2000.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Student Council is elected every year by the students and for the students, and serves as the heart and voice of the student body. It promotes involvement, responsibility and planning for the good of the school community and nation. Members learn leadership, teamwork and how to represent peers effectively.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education and Sports Programme emphasizes health and well‑being, offering competitive sport and physical training, including yoga. The Self‑Awareness Programme, launched in 2007, covers self‑discipline, yoga, effective resolution of challenges, mindfulness, hygiene and nutrition. It also promotes well‑rounded physical and emotional health and concentration.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	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.	Language provision French is taught as a second language from Reception. Arabic is studied as part of the Egyptian national curriculum. The International Department follows the British curriculum, preparing students for the IGCSE. The International Department starts at Reception level and progresses to Lower Senior Two.
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Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions 1. Age eligibility and school year: Children entering the National Department at Kindergarten and the International Department at Reception must be 4 years old before September. The school year runs from September to May/June. Acceptance is based on availability and an evaluation of the child's skills and potential. The admissions process begins with submitting an application form for the applying child to the School Front Office. 2. Application: Parents complete an application form with the applying child's photo. The completed form is handed in to the School Front Office. The admissions office handles subsequent steps, including coordinating the assessment when space is available. 3. Supporting documents: The following supporting documents must accompany the application: 4 passport size photographs, copy of both parents' ID, original grades report from previous school, conduct report, vaccination certificate and electronic birth certificate. Complete the medical, transportation, and agreement forms for school files. The registration process will be considered only after all supporting documents have been submitted. 4. Student assessment: An assessment will be arranged once the application form and supporting documents are handed in and pending space availability. All assessments will be arranged through the admissions office. Senior School students must meet with the Head of the IGCSE department before their assessment takes place. Entrance tests for English language and Mathematics are required for transfer to the IGCSE programme. 5. Assessment outcome: Results of the assessment will be disclosed within one week after the assessment has taken place. 6. Parent meeting: A parent meeting will be arranged once the outcome of the assessment is successful. All parent appointments will be arranged through the admissions office.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Jubilee Scholarship is awarded yearly by the British Council to students in recognition of their academic endeavours and personal contribution to their school and local community. Winners attend summer school in the United Kingdom.
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