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British Curriculum International Schools in Egypt

Compare 83 British Curriculum international schools in Egypt. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EGP 103,937), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
83
Curricula
22
Average annual fee
EGP 108,169
Fee range
EGP 150 – 378,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (69 schools)
Average school size
925 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Egypt British International School
Oldest
Dar El Tarbiah IGCSE Zamalek (1958)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Egypt

British-curriculum international schools in Egypt deliver English-medium programmes modelled on the UK National Curriculum, typically organised by Key Stages and leading to IGCSE examinations at about 14 - 16 years and A-levels or equivalent at 16 - 18. Many schools are licensed to operate in Egypt and, following recent regulatory changes, must also teach national-identity subjects such as Arabic, religious education and social studies in line with Ministry requirements. Fees vary widely by location and school tier, so expect published annual tuition bands to span from more affordable bilingual or language-school levels up to premium international fees (many schools publish prices in GBP or USD and convert to EGP). The main intake is for the September academic year, with applications usually opening in the autumn and running into the spring; admissions typically require passports and visas, previous school reports, birth certificates, vaccination records and a non-refundable registration or deposit to secure a place.

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74 international schools in Cairo

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6 international schools in Alexandria

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1 international school in Hurghada

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1 international school in Mansoura

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1 international school in Sharm El Sheikh

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FAQs for Egypt

How does the British curriculum in Egypt differ from the Egyptian national curriculum?
The British curriculum follows the UK National Curriculum framework, organised into Key Stages with externally moderated qualifications such as IGCSEs and A-levels, while the Egyptian national curriculum follows the Ministry’s syllabus and examinations. International (British) schools in Egypt now combine their international programme with compulsory national-identity subjects (Arabic, religion and social studies) to meet Ministry requirements and equivalency rules.
What exams will my child sit and at what ages?
Most British schools prepare students for IGCSE or International GCSE examinations at about 14 - 16 years (usually Years 10 - 11) and for A-levels or another recognised sixth-form pathway at 16 - 18. Awarding bodies commonly used in Egypt include Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and, in some cases, Oxford AQA, with external marking and British Council administration of exam entries.
Is teaching in English and will my child learn Arabic?
English is the primary language of instruction in British-curriculum schools, but Egyptian regulations require international schools to teach Arabic and religious or national-identity subjects, so Arabic classes are part of the timetable for most pupils. Many schools also offer additional modern-language options (for example French) and support for learners arriving with limited English.
How much should I budget for tuition and extra costs?
Annual tuition for British and other international schools in Cairo and Alexandria varies by tier and age, with published city guides showing a wide band - roughly from lower-cost bilingual or language schools up to premium schools that charge in the equivalent of many thousands of US dollars per year; mid-tier annual ranges are frequently reported in the hundreds of thousands of Egyptian pounds while premium schools list fees that translate to USD-equivalent figures. In addition to tuition, budget for one-off registration or capital contributions, transport, uniforms, meals and examination entry fees, and always confirm whether published fees are quoted in EGP, GBP or USD and how exchange-rate adjustments are handled.
When should I apply and what documents will the school ask for?
For a September start, the main application window opens in the autumn and runs through the winter and early spring, and many families apply six to twelve months ahead to secure assessment slots; some schools operate rolling admissions for less pressured year groups. Schools typically require copies of passports and residence visas, recent school reports or transcripts (translated where necessary), birth certificate, vaccination records and a non-refundable registration deposit, and some documents may need attestation for Ministry registration.