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International Curriculum International Schools in Egypt

Compare 3 International Curriculum international schools in Egypt. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EGP 207,058), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
3
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
EGP 207,058
Fee range
EGP 161,750 – 252,365
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IPC (International Primary Curriculum) (3 schools)
Average school size
500 pupils
Largest by enrolment
El Alsson British and American International Schools NewGiza
Oldest
El Alsson British and American International Schools NewGiza (1992)
About international schools in Egypt

International-curriculum international schools in Egypt are a diverse group that most commonly offer British (Cambridge/IGCSE and A levels), American, International Baccalaureate, French, German and a small number of Canadian programmes, with many schools running more than one pathway on the same campus. Instruction is usually in English, French or German depending on the curriculum, but schools also provide mandatory Arabic and religion/social-studies lessons in line with national regulations and parent expectations. Annual tuition varies widely by city, campus and programme: in Cairo, published school fees for a typical pupil commonly run from roughly EGP 60,000 at the lower end to well over EGP 200,000 at premium campuses, with additional one-time registration charges, transport, meals and exam fees to budget for. Admissions follow the Egyptian school year rhythm (September start) and most schools open applications many months in advance, use an application or registration payment to hold places and commonly require an assessment or interview before offering a place.

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FAQs for Egypt

Which international curricula will my child find in Egypt and how do they differ?
You will most often find British (Cambridge IGCSE/A levels), American (US-style grades and credits, sometimes with APs), the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and national systems from France, Germany or Canada. The main differences are in assessment and progression: British routes use externally marked GCSEs/IGCSEs and A levels, IB is a continuous, inquiry-based continuum culminating in the Diploma, and American schools use grade-level credits and semester assessments; French and German schools follow their home-country sequences and exams.
What language(s) will lessons be taught in and what about Arabic?
Medium of instruction is usually the language of the chosen curriculum (commonly English, French or German), with extra languages offered as part of the programme. Egyptian regulations and widespread school practice mean Arabic language, religion and certain social-studies topics are taught to pupils as required, so check whether Arabic is taught as a mother-tongue, as a second language, or both at the schools you are considering.
How much should we expect to pay and what extra costs come up?
Published annual tuition in Cairo shows a wide spread; lower-fee international schools commonly publish annual tuition around the EGP 60,000 mark while many established IB or premium American/British campuses charge well into the EGP hundreds of thousands. Beyond headline tuition, expect one-off application or registration deposits, termly or annual transport and meals charges, examination entries (IGCSE/IB/A-level) and optional extras such as school trips, specialist support and activity clubs.
When should we apply and what is the typical admissions timeline?
Most international schools in Egypt follow the national September - June academic year and begin their main intake planning many months earlier; for a September start it is common for application windows to open in the autumn and run through the winter, with offers and deposits often requested by late spring or early summer. Schools usually require documents such as recent school reports, immunisation records, identification and may use placement tests or interviews - start enquiries early, bring translated records if necessary and confirm any deadlines directly with the school.
What should parents look for when comparing international curriculum schools in Egypt?
Check the specific curriculum and external authorisations (for example IB World School status, Cambridge accreditation or recognised American accreditation), the language provision for English and Arabic, how the school handles transitions between curricula and the published fee and refund policies. Also review pastoral care, class sizes, transport and safeguarding arrangements, and ask for recent sample timetables and assessment schedules so you can compare day-to-day experience as well as exam results or inspection reports.