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British Columbia Canadian International School East

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees EGP 0 - 294,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2005
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, French, English
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

British Columbia Canadian International School East (BCCIS East) is a private offshore school delivering the British Columbia Curriculum for Pre-K to Grade 12 and issuing the Dogwood Diploma, alongside BC transcripts. Accredited by the BC Ministry of Education as a BC Offshore School, the school assigns a Personal Education Number (PEN) to each student. The program teaches core competencies, literacy and numeracy, with a Know-Do-Understand approach, and Graduation in Grades 10–12 requires 80 credits and BC provincial assessments. Arabic Studies is offered within the curriculum. The school serves ages 2–18, with campus facilities including science labs, an art room, library, computer labs, a gym, a swimming pool, a soccer field, and specialized Early Childhood spaces. Extracurricular life features a yearly Model United Nations, international exchanges (including a Germany program) and a range of trips. Community service is integrated, and students participate in sports, arts, and clubs across campus and leadership.

The Essentials

British Columbia Canadian International School East has instruction in English.

Location
5th Settlement, Section 34, Suez Road Entrance, El Sherouk City, Cairo, Egypt (P.O. Box 98). The school presents a Canadian education in Cairo.

Stages
Pre-K to KG2 (Early Childhood Education); G1–G12 (British Columbia Curriculum).

Type
Private offshore school offering the British Columbia curriculum and the Dogwood Diploma.

Country affiliation
The school has Canada affiliation.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is managed by EduHive.
Fees

Annual tuition at British Columbia Canadian International School East ranges from up to EGP 294,000 for 2026/27.

Academic year covered

2025/2026.

Application fee

- Application fee: No separate application fee is published in the school's admissions or application-form materials for the 2025/2026 intake.

Annual tuition (by year group) — amounts are shown in Egyptian pounds (EGP)

- Pre-K: TBD.
- KG1 (Kindergarten 1): EGP 184,000 per year.
- KG2 (Kindergarten 2): EGP 207,000 per year.
- Grade 1 – Grade 6: EGP 248,000 per year.
- Grade 7 – Grade 9: EGP 271,000 per year.
- Grade 10 – Grade 12: EGP 294,000 per year.

Per-term / instalment detail and billing schedule

- Standard payment schedule: four instalments.
- First instalment: EGP 60,000 (paid at initial billing).
- Second instalment: due before July 31.
- Third instalment: due before October 31.
- Fourth instalment: due before January 31.
- The first instalment is a fixed published amount of EGP 60,000; the remaining annual balance is collected across the second, third and fourth instalments per the dates above. Fees may be adjusted annually in line with local regulations.

What tuition covers

- Tuition includes the following items where applicable: meals for KG1 and KG2 only; textbooks; British Columbia Ministry of Education student registration fees (payable annually from Grade 1 to Grade 12); and activity fees.

Transportation / bus fees

- Bus fees (annual):
- EGP 42,000 – routes covering El Shorouk and Madinaty.
- EGP 47,000 – routes covering El Rehab, New Cairo, Maadi, Nasr City, Heliopolis, and Obour.
- Route coverage includes Sherouk, Obour City, New Cairo, Nasr City, Madinaty, Rehab City, Heliopolis and Maadi.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: Not applicable. The school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding services or boarding fees.

Other costs and optional fees

- Uniforms: parents are responsible for school uniforms; no separate uniform fee or published uniform-price schedule is included in the school's standard fee listing.
- Additional optional or occasional costs (examples): extracurricular trips, specialised activity fees beyond standard activity fees, external exam charges, and any personal supplies or equipment. These appear outside the published annual tuition lines and are charged as applicable.
- Transportation is charged separately (see transportation fees above).

Refund information

- Refunds and cancellations are handled under the school's formal refund policy. The school publishes a refund policy as part of its admissions/policy documentation; refund claims and their terms are governed by that published policy.

Payment terms, methods and financing options

- Payment timing: instalments are due on the dates listed above; late payment terms and any penalties are applied per the school's billing terms.
- Financing: an instalment-financing option is available through BelCash with 6, 9, or 12 monthly plans; BelCash contact numbers are published for application and assistance.
- Common payment methods accepted for school fees include standard school payment routes (bank transfer and card-based payments) as handled by the school's finance office; specific merchant and bank details are provided through the school's admissions and finance office at registration.

Notes on fee changes and billing

- Fees are subject to annual review and possible increase according to applicable Ministry of Education regulations; the school publishes its current annual tuition schedule and instalment dates within its admissions materials.

If you require these figures presented in a different currency or broken down into equal instalment amounts per grade, the school's published instalment schedule plus the annual tuition amounts above allow calculation of the outstanding instalment values after the first EGP 60,000 payment.
Academics

British Columbia Canadian International School East teaches Canadian Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
BCCIS East delivers the British Columbia Curriculum for Grade 1 to Grade 12, with Early Childhood Education (Pre-K to KG2). The BC Curriculum features Core Competencies, essential learning, and literacy and numeracy foundations, and uses a Know-Do-Understand model to support deeper learning. Graduation in Grades 10–12 requires 80 credits and BC provincial assessments. Students graduate with the Dogwood Diploma and BC transcripts issued by the BC Ministry of Education. The school is fully accredited by the British Columbia Ministry of Education as a BC Offshore School. Each student is issued a Personal Education Number (PEN) by the BC Ministry of Education. Arabic Studies (Arabic Language) is offered as part of the curriculum alongside the BC program.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates attend post-secondary institutions in Egypt and around the world; the BC Dogwood Diploma is recognized by universities worldwide.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes a student-centered approach that supports confidence, curiosity, and personal growth through its BC curriculum and caring teaching staff.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 2005 in El Sherouk City to bring Canadian education to Egypt, BCCIS East began with a vision to provide a Canadian education abroad. It expanded to the West campus in 6th of October City as part of its growth. BCCIS East is fully certified by the British Columbia Ministry of Education as an official BC Offshore School, ensuring standards match those in Canada through annual inspections. Students at BCCIS East graduate with the Dogwood Diploma and BC transcripts after completing the BC curriculum from Pre-K to Grade 12.

Community
BCCIS East fosters a warm, inclusive community with meaningful experiences inside and outside the classroom, including events, trips, sports, and community service. The school has 5,351+ proud graduates, reflecting its long-standing community. Accredited by the British Columbia Ministry of Education as a BC Offshore School, the school has BC-certified teachers and issues the Dogwood Diploma and BC transcripts to graduates. Students receive a Personal Education Number (PEN), confirming enrollment in the BC education system.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Art Room, Library, Auditorium, Computer Lab, Science Lab, Chemistry Lab, KG1 Classroom, ECE Playground, Elementary Playground, Gym, Cafeteria, Main Building, ECE Music Room, Soccer Field, and Swimming Pool are part of the school facilities. These spaces support learning from early childhood to high school. The Main Building is the academic and administrative core. Outdoor spaces include a Soccer Field and a Swimming Pool for supervised activities. The facilities enable hands-on science, technology, and creative work.

Sports Facilities
Gym provides indoor movement and training. Soccer Field is a grassy field for practice and matches. Swimming Pool is a safe supervised pool for lessons and swim fun.

Academic Facilities
Science Lab for hands-on scientific investigations. Chemistry Lab for chemistry-based learning. Computer Lab for daily technology-enabled learning. Library provides quiet study and resources. Main Building houses the academic and administrative core. KG1 Classroom and ECE classrooms offer early childhood learning spaces.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Events are offered as part of campus life. Trips are available. Sports are part of extracurricular activities. Community service is included in the program. Students have access to modern facilities like labs, art rooms, and swimming pools.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Organizes a yearly Model United Nations conference with other international schools, and participates in a university-level conference held at AUC. International trips for grades 7–12 broaden students' academic experiences. An exchange program to Germany is available for Secondary students, and the school hosts exchange students from Germany and India. Field trips occur at national and international levels.

Arts & Creative
Clubs range from photography, Social Justice, Archery, and more. Students engage in creative projects through these clubs. The program supports artistic expression and collaborative work.

Cultural & Language
International trips are offered for grades 7–12. There is an exchange program to Germany for Secondary students, and the school hosts exchange students from Germany and India. A yearly Model United Nations conference is organized with other international schools, including a university-level conference at AUC.

Social & Hobbies
The school focuses on encouraging diversity, developing interpersonal skills, and building empathy. Clubs include photography, Social Justice, Archery, and more. International trips for grades 7–12 provide cross-cultural experiences.

Community & Service
Working closely with an orphanage in the local area and hosting fundraisers for other small charities. These activities teach leadership, citizenship, and empathy.

Leadership & Professional
Organizes a yearly Model United Nations conference with other international schools, including participation in a university-level conference at AUC. Exchange programs and student leadership opportunities arise through clubs and school events.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Participates in U-16 and U-18 soccer tournaments. The tournaments provide scholarship opportunities for top-ranked universities. The school coaches sports teams throughout the year, from basketball to soccer.
Languages

Language Provision
Arabic Language and Arabic Studies are offered as part of the curriculum. The British Columbia Curriculum is delivered for Pre-K to Grade 12. The school is a BC Offshore School and graduates receive the Dogwood Diploma issued by the BC Ministry of Education, recognized by universities worldwide. Each student is assigned a Personal Education Number (PEN) by the BC Ministry of Education.
Reputation

Awards
Proud graduates: 5,351+.

Accreditations
The school is fully accredited by the British Columbia Ministry of Education and Child Care as a BC Offshore School, meeting BC standards through annual inspections.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Application. Parents begin the admission journey by filling out and submitting the online application form. The form is available online through the school's site. After submission, parents monitor their application status through the portal a few days later. This initiates the admissions review process.

2. Track Application Status. After submitting the form, monitor the application status through the portal a few days later. The portal provides status updates on the progress of the application. This enables families to stay informed during the admissions process.

3. Schedule Student Assessment. The admissions office will reach out to arrange an on-campus assessment for the student, which both parent and child must attend. The assessment is part of the admissions process. The on-campus assessment helps the admissions team evaluate the applicant.

4. Attend Parent Interview. Parents will receive a call to set up an interview, either in person or online via a provided link from the admissions team. The interview is part of the admissions process. This step involves the parents in the evaluation of the applicant.
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