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Collège Saint Marc

Egypt, Alexandria

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Boys School
Opened 1926
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French, English
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Collège Saint-Marc is an all-boys Catholic Lasallian college in Alexandria, Egypt, delivering 14 years of education from kindergarten to the Egyptian baccalaureate. The curriculum blends the official Egyptian program with a Lasallian approach, with mathematics and the sciences taught in French, French as the first foreign language and English as the second. The school day runs from 7:55 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., organized into eight forty-five‑minute periods with two twenty‑minute recesses. The cycles span maternel (2 years); petit primaire (3 years); grand primaire (3 years); préparatoire (3 years); seconde (3 years). An international French section will open in 2025–2026 to provide immersion in French language and culture within a trilingual environment, following the French national program and offering Bac Français. The campus features the Lotus and the College Museum, and a 25‑bus service supports families. The Lasallian network emphasizes service, community engagement, and inclusive education for students with diverse needs.

The Essentials

Collège Saint Marc has instruction in French.

Location
Located in Alexandria, Egypt. Saint-Marc is part of the Lasallian network and serves all cycles from kindergarten through the Egyptian baccalaureate. All students are male.

Stages
Preschool through to the Egyptian baccalaureate, with five divisions: Jardin d'enfants (kindergarten), Petit Primaire (lower primary), Grand Primaire (upper primary), Préparatoire (preparatory), and Secondaire (secondary).

Type
Private, all-boys, Catholic (Lasallian) college

Additional learning support
Center for students with mental disabilities

Country affiliation
Egypt

Religious affiliation
Catholic (Lasallian; Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools)

School day structure
The school day starts at 7:55 and ends at 14:45. It comprises eight 45-minute periods with two 20-minute recesses.

Bus service
The College has a school bus service with 25 buses.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Students must wear the school uniform and keep a neat appearance; hair must be neatly groomed. Attendance is emphasized and absences should be minimized, with a parental excuse provided on return. The monthly certificate reflects academic progress and discipline (uniform, lateness, behavior); if any item is unsatisfactory, a mark is recorded and cooperation from parents is requested to address it. Mobile phones should be handed to the administration in the morning and may be held until the end of the day, with possible confiscation until year-end if rules are violated. In case of special health or social circumstances, inform the head of the division; confidentiality is maintained. [Source: turn3view0]

Governance and Ownership
The Lasallian Works of Egypt form a District within the Near East Province of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. The Near East Province includes Turkey, Lebanon, and the Holy Land. [Source: turn6view0]
Fees
Application fees
- No publicly available, itemised application or registration fee amounts are published for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Admissions and registration are handled through the school's registration channels.

Tuition fees (per year group / per term)
- No public schedule showing tuition amounts by year group or per-term/per-year breakdown for 2026/27 or 2025/26 is published in the school's publicly accessible materials. Specific tuition figures by class or division are not listed in the school's publicly available documents.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no publicly posted, itemised billing schedule (term dates for invoicing, payment deadlines, or standard payment plans) available for 2026/27 or 2025/26. The school's admissions/finance office handles enrolment and payment arrangements through the school's registration and contact channels.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding (internat) fee schedule or indication of a boarding program appears in the public divisional information or regulations. The institution operates divisions (jardin d'enfants, primaire, préparatoire, secondaire) and a Centre de Vie; no public boarding fees are listed.

Other costs (uniform, transport, books, activities, centre services)
- Specific charges for uniforms, textbooks, transport, extracurricular activities or Centre de Vie services are not published as detailed fee lines in the school's public materials. The Centre de Vie and divisional regulations describe schedules, rules and some operational practices (for example bus procedures and times) but do not publish standard prices for these items.

Refund information
- No publicly posted refund policy (refund amounts, conditions or timeframes) for enrolment deposits, tuition, or other fees was found in the school's public regulations or notices for 2026/27 or 2025/26.

Fee payment options
- Bank transfer payment information in multiple currencies is present in the school's charitable/solidarity account details, indicating the school accepts bank transfers (accounts listed in euros, US dollars and Egyptian pounds at the named commercial bank). No explicit public statement about accepting credit-card payments or online card processing was found. For telephone contact and direct enquiries about payment methods, the school lists campus contact numbers and an admissions contact form.

Summary of availability
- For the 2026/27 academic year (and for 2025/26 where 2026/27 figures are not published) no itemised public fee schedule, per-class tuition table, term-by-term billing calendar, boarding fees, uniform or textbook price list, or refund policy was found in the school's publicly accessible materials. The school publishes registration notices, divisional regulations and contact details; the admissions office is listed as the channel for registration and further administrative details.
Academics

Collège Saint Marc teaches French Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
Saint-Marc is a Lasallian institution that includes all cycles from kindergarten to the Egyptian baccalaureate, totaling 14 years of schooling. The school day runs from 7:55 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., with eight 45-minute periods and two 20-minute recesses. The cycles are: Cycle maternel (2 years); Petit primaire (3 years); Grand primaire (3 years); Préparatoire (3 years); Secondaire (3 years). French is the first foreign language and English is the second foreign language. Mathematics and sciences are taught in French in accordance with official Egyptian programs. All students are boys. The school is part of the Lasallian network; it includes a center for students with mental disabilities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a Psycho-Educative Center within the Centre Pe9dagogique to support social and emotional development across all divisions, from Kindergarten to the end of secondary. The team provides individual and group support for students with social or psychological issues, offers guidance to teachers and parents, and follows students who have social or psychological problems. The Centre conducts two annual assessments for all Kindergarten classes to identify issues early, and parental involvement is encouraged through meetings. The Seeds of Knowledge program in Kindergarten targets cognitive development, behavior modification, and academic readiness, with after-school sessions two hours twice a week during the school year and four hours per day for three days in the summer. The Elementary program focuses on life skills and communication, fostering students ability to express themselves through activities such as drama, discussions, teaching, journalism, and visits. All work is carried out in a Lasallian spirit, with ongoing collaboration among parents, teachers, and the college team.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Psycho-Educative Section of the College provides support for students with learning and behavioral needs from the Jardin d6enfants through the 3e Secondary. The team sees students individually or in groups, offers pedagogical and psychological advice, and monitors those with social or psychological difficulties, coordinating with parents and teachers. Two annual assessments are conducted for Kindergarten classes to screen early. The Seeds of Knowledge program in the Kindergarten and the Our Sweet Days program in the Primary division develop cognitive, language, and social skills, while addressing behaviors and individual needs. The staff includes Dr. Christian Jaouich (head) and a multidisciplinary team who collaborate with parents and teachers. The work aims to identify and support learners, with referrals and follow-up as appropriate.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by the Psycho-Educative Section of the College. The team, led by Dr. Christian Jaouich, provides psychological and pedagogical services across all levels, focusing on social and psychological well-being. Students are seen individually or in groups, and parents and teachers are involved through consultations and meetings. Two annual assessments are conducted for Kindergarten classes to monitor well-being and development. The Seeds of Knowledge program for Kindergarten and the Our Sweet Days program for Primary foster cognitive development, self-expression, and adaptive behaviors, with activities including drama, discussion, and field visits. The programs are designed to promote resilience and healthy social integration within the Lasallian tradition.
Parent Experience

History
Construction of Collège Saint-Marc began after Sainte-Catherine School could not accommodate more than 1,000 students, creating the need for a new school. In November 1921, His Majesty King Fouad I received a delegation of Brothers regarding their desire to build a new school and promised his support. Several lands were proposed, including sites that would later host the Faculty of Medicine and the College. After selecting the Chatby site and pursuing approvals in 1924, the land on which Collège Saint-Marc would be built was registered on December 21, 1925. In June 1926, Collège Saint-Marc was constructed on a 35,726-square-metre plot, described as the most magnificent in the Middle East, with the cornerstone laid on May 16, 1926 in the presence of high officials and Frère Cyprien-Pierre, the College's Director. The project was carried out by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, tying the College to the Lassalian tradition.

Community
Collège Saint-Marc maintains an active community life through a broad program of student movements and activities, including MEJ, Scouts, Coeurs-Vaillants, Conference, Choir, Amicale, Centre de Créativité, Centre Pédagogique, Astronomy, Theatre, and a Cultural Salon, together with a range of sports (Football, Basketball, Hockey, Natation/Swimming, Gymnastique). The campus organizes a Centre de Vie (Centre of Life) with division-level directives, rules, and regular Rencontres des Parents (Parents' Meetings) across the divisions: Nursery, Primary, Preparatory, and Secondary. The school also provides activity pages, news, and presentations that support student life and cultural events.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Rencontres des Parents (Parents' Meetings) are held across divisions to engage families in school life. These meetings foster dialogue among parents, teachers, and division leadership. Rencontres des Parents appear within each division's Directives (Centre de Vie, Jardin d'enfants, Petit Primaire, Grand Primaire, Préparatoire, Secondaire), ensuring ongoing family involvement in the school community. Parents participate in planning and feedback processes through these regular meetings and related activities across the Lassalien network. The school uses these channels to coordinate expectations and events with families as part of its family engagement program.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Collège Saint-Marc is part of the Lasallian network. It offers 14 years of education from kindergarten through the Egyptian baccalaureate. The campus features the Lotus of the College and the College Museum as part of the Centre de Vie facilities. Mathematics and sciences are taught in French, with French as the first foreign language and English as the second foreign language. An international French section opens in 2025-2026 to provide immersion in French language and culture within a trilingual, multicultural environment, following the official French national program and offering the Bac Français. The college runs a school bus service with 25 buses.

Sports Facilities
Sports activities include football, basketball, hockey, swimming, and gymnastics.

Academic Facilities
The institution is part of the Lasallian network and offers cycles from kindergarten to the Egyptian baccalaureate, totaling 14 years of education. The day begins at 7:55 and ends at 14:45, with 8 periods in the day. Mathematics and the sciences are taught in French in accordance with the official Egyptian programs. French is the first foreign language and English is the second foreign language.

Extra Curricular Facilities
MEJ; Scouts; Coeurs-Vaillants; Conférence; Choral; Alumni; Centre de Créativité; Centre Pédagogique; Astronomy; Théâtre; Salon Culturel; Sports (Football; Basketball; Hockey; Natation; Gymnastique).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has a Maths Club. The school has an Astronomy Club, formed after a telescope was donated in 2006, with astronomy trainings and observing sessions. The Centre Pe9dagogique provides psycho-educational services and runs the Seeds of Knowledge program in kindergarten, focusing on cognitive development, behavior modification, and academic readiness (reading, writing, and arithmetic). The program operates after school for two hours, two days a week during the school year, and four hours per day for three days in the summer, with goals including improving cognitive, practical, and behavioral skills and addressing individual student needs.

Arts & Creative
The school has a Chorale (choir). The The9e2tre program is the French-language theatre at Colle8ge Saint-Marc; in 2018-2019, two primary-level performances were presented at the school and at the Institut Franeais de9gypte in Alexandria, followed by additional theatre evenings at the school. The Salon Culturel serves as a cultural forum for French-language teaching; it began in 2008 and features talks, films, and presentations by French and local speakers. Centre de Cre9ativite9 designs non-classroom programs alongside the curriculum, with creative workshops, trips, and celebrations to foster creative thinking and multiple intelligences.

Cultural & Language
The Salon Culturel is a cultural forum for the French language department, created in 2008 to expose teachers to Alexandrian culture and broader francophone culture through talks and events. The Théâtre program highlights French-language theatre at the college, including performances by primary and secondary students and participation in francophone theatre activities. The Chorale is part of the college20 9s performing arts offerings, contributing to French-language cultural life on campus.

Social & Hobbies
MEJ (Mouvement Eucharistique des Jeunes) provides a pedagogical approach focused on attention to life, looking outward to others, and deepening faith, with a focus on teamwork, reflection, and action. Scouts operates in three stages (Cub, Scout, and Senior) with year-round activities, including camping, maritime activities, and service projects, and social events such as Ramadan Iftar. The college also offers opportunities through the Chorale, Salon Culturel, Confe9rence, and other clubs to foster social engagement and personal interests.

Community & Service
Centre de Vie activities include a summer club, graduation ceremonies, events like Friendship Day and Ramadan breakfasts, and trips that build community. The Amicale Saint-Marc unites alumni to support the college and Alexandria, organizing events and charitable activities such as blood donation campaigns and community outreach, as well as programs like university-life orientation for current students. The Amicalea0also engages with a broader Lasallian network of schools and alumni globally to strengthen service and solidarity in the local community.

Leadership & Professional
The Amicale provides professional mutual aid among alumni and supports the college, including initiatives to assist current students with career orientation and guidance. The committee collaborates with the school to host university-life orientation sessions for secondary students, inviting university instructors to give outlooks on higher education. The Lasallian network connects Saint-Marc with other Lasallian schools and associations around the world, fostering leadership, service, and professional ties.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports offerings include Football, Basketball, Hockey, Natation, and Gymnastique. MEJ emphasizes attention to life, openness to others, and the deepening of faith, promoting personal well-being through reflection, prayer, and community action. Centre de Vie activities provide social events, trips, and cultural celebrations, supporting students' physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
French is the first foreign language; English is the second foreign language. Mathematics and sciences are taught in French in accordance with the official Egyptian programs. Saint-Marc is part of the Lasallian network and includes cycles from kindergarten to the Egyptian baccalaureate.

Bilingual Teaching
French is the first foreign language and English is the second foreign language. Mathematics and sciences are taught in French in accordance with the official Egyptian programs. The school is part of the Lasallian network.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The Collège Saint-Marc announces the opening of a French International Section within the school for the 2025-2026 academic year. The primary level will open with PS, MS, GS, CP, CM1 and CM2 classes. The other levels—the Primary, the College and the Lycee—will follow from September 2027. The section provides immersion in the French language and culture within a trilingual, multicultural learning environment. 2. For the 2025-2026 school year, pre-enrollments will open in June 2025. The French Section Secretariat will welcome families to provide information and assistance during the hours: Monday through Thursday and Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., from Monday, June 2, 2025 to Wednesday, June 18, 2025. 3. Registration for admission is available online by filling the following form at saintmarc.eschola.me. 4. Please bring a recent photo of your child (4x6 cm, white background), a photocopy of their birth certificate (digital version), and copies of valid identity documents for both parents. 5. A first day of admission tests for the French International Section was held for levels PS through CM2 for the 2025-2026 intake. 6. Students will follow the official French national education program and will have the opportunity to obtain the French Bac; a homologation request will be filed as soon as possible.

Scholarships
Bourses aux démunis: The Amicale provides aid to needy students within its means, helping those who, due to unforeseen circumstances, are financially unable to continue their studies, regardless of nationality or religion.
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