Marvel International School vs The Royal British International School

	M Marvel International School Cairo, Egypt	T The Royal British International School Cairo, Egypt
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year EGP 89,000	Fees / year EGP 80,000 - 184,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
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 EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 342
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2018	Opened 2019
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 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 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 EYFS, Primary, and Secondary
School type	School type Private international school offering Cambridge and Edexcel examinations; English-language education.	School type British international school delivering the British National Curriculum
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy is in place.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Egypt.	Country affiliation British
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
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 (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.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
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House system	House system —	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 —	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 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 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.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IGCSE Top in the World (November 2025); iLower Pearson Top Achiever (November 2025).
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	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 —	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 —	Academic calendar —
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 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) —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	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 —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	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 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 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 —	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 —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	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 —	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 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 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 —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	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 null	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 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. 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.
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