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Dar El Tarbiah IGCSE Zamalek

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 2500
Type Co-educational
Opened 1958
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Dar El Tarbiah IGCSE Zamalek is part of the Dar El Tarbiah Schools network in Egypt and offers a British pathway through Cambridge IGCSE, Edexcel Certificate, and AQA examinations for 14–16 year olds. Instruction is mainly in English with Arabic support, and the curriculum includes Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Languages, Humanities and Social Studies, Computer and Technology, Creative Arts, Physical Education and Life Skills. The school operates within the Cambridge International Examinations framework and maintains a strong affiliation with MSA University. Facilities include a clinic with nurses, air conditioned classrooms with internet, a resource department, a Primary Art Suite, and dedicated music rooms. A separate theatre and drama studio seats about 250; the library has about 3,000 books and is computerized. Science labs and ICT labs support practical learning, with a one computer per child policy. Extracurriculars span arts, drama, science fairs, trips, sports and community service, with sports days.

The Essentials

Dar El Tarbiah IGCSE Zamalek has 2,500 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
24 Ismail Mohamed Street, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt. The school is located in the Zamalek area of Cairo.

Stages
Kindergarten (KG) and Primary levels; IGCSE is offered for the upper grades.

Type
IGCSE School (British system). The school operates an IGCSE program within the Dar El Tarbiah Schools network, aligned with Cambridge International Examinations.

Country affiliation
Egypt; British-system IGCSE offered through Cambridge International Examinations (UK-based).

School day structure
The school day: KG 8:50–14:30; Primary 1–2 8:15–14:30; Primary 3–6 8:30–15:00. If extra activities or rehearsals are required, parents are informed in advance and bus-riding students' parents must pick up their children. Breaks include a free lunch at the school restaurant; a canteen is available for snacks; break times are 10:45–11:30 (P1), 11:30–12:05 (P2), 12:05–12:45 (P3–P4), and 12:45–1:25 (P5–P6).

Bus service
Bus service is provided. Routes are determined by the shortest route; parents must not interfere. Students must wait at the same pickup point and be ready five minutes before the bus arrives; the student waits for the bus and the bus attendant cannot leave the bus. Changes from bus to car require written parental permission; misbehavior can result in loss of bus privileges.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires students to wear the proper uniform from the first to the last day of the school year, with a regular uniform on normal days and a PE uniform on PE days or school trips. For G8 to G12, the IGCSE student uniform consists of a soft blue T‑shirt, light brown pants, white socks, and black shoes; makeup and nail polish are not allowed for girls; students out of uniform will be sent home. The school uniform is available at Guelguela Shops in Zamalek, 6 Ahmed Sabry Street, from Hassan Sabry, Zamalek, Cairo.

Food Options
The school day includes a free healthy lunch at the school restaurant and there is a canteen offering snacks at reasonable prices.

Governance and Ownership
Dar El Tarbiah Schools were founded in 1958 by Dr. Nawal El Degwi. Dr. Nawal El Degwi is the Founder and Head of the Board of Trustees of MSA University, and the school has a strong affiliation with MSA University.
Fees
Application fees

- An admission (application) fee of L.E. 2,500 is required after completing the application form and before sitting the admittance exam. This amount is non‑refundable unless the school declines the application.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- Detailed tuition amounts by year group and per term are not published in the school's publicly available fee pages; a full, itemised tuition schedule per year group and per term for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) is not available in the school's published materials. Therefore specific numeric tuition figures per grade/term cannot be provided here.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual tuition is billed in two instalments: the first instalment is due on 1 September and the second instalment is due on 1 January.
- Bus (transportation) fees are due on 1 September. Fees are not expected to be paid later than two weeks after their due date.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Dar El Tarbiah IGCSE Zamalek does not publish any boarding provision or boarding fee schedule in its public materials; boarding fees are therefore not applicable based on the available information. The school offers day schooling and an organised bus (transportation) service.

Other costs or fees

- Transportation: bus fees (payment due 1 September) apply for families using the school bus service.
- Uniforms: purchase of the official school uniform is mandatory and represents an additional cost.
- Extracurricular activities, school trips and some after‑school programmes may incur additional charges.
- External examination/registration fees for IGCSE/A‑Level sessions are set by the British Council and/or exam boards; those registration fees vary year to year and are invoiced according to the exam board deadlines. The British Council does not issue refunds for exam registration payments.
- Enquiry About Results (EAR) / remarking/reporting services carry fees set by the exam authority; if a remarking request results in an increased grade, the associated fee will be refunded.

Refund information

- The admission fee (L.E. 2,500) is non‑refundable except where the school declines the application.
- British Council exam registration fees are non‑refundable.
- Fees charged by external exam authorities for EAR/remarking are refundable only if the student's grade is raised following the service.

Fee payment options

- The school's publicly available pages and fee notices do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, cheque, or cash). No definitive, published statement of accepted payment channels was found in the school's fee pages.

Availability of full tuition schedule

- The school's public fees pages indicate timing and some fee types (admission fee, bus fee, instalment due dates and typical additional charges) but do not publish a full numerical tuition fee table by grade or per term for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years in the publicly available materials. Specific per‑grade and per‑term tuition figures are therefore not available here.
Academics

Dar El Tarbiah IGCSE Zamalek teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum.

Curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE is offered as part of the IGCSE System. Instruction is primarily in English with Arabic support, and the curriculum covers Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Languages, Humanities & Social Studies, Computer & Technology, Creative Arts, and Other Subjects (including Physical Education and Life Skills). Languages emphasized include English and Arabic.

Exam Results
In 2025, IGCSE School Zamalek earned Outstanding Pearson Learner Awards 2025. Sorai Amgad, Seifeldin Mostafa, and Ahmed Montaser achieved Highest Mark in the World in Mathematics; Rouqia Atef and Malak Mohamed achieved Highest Mark in Biology; Ziad Ashraf earned Highest Mark in Africa in AL Bio; Salma Ahmed Barakat and Tasbeeh Sameh El Meligy earned Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards in Travel and Tourism.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes Holistic Development, helping every child grow in confidence, creativity, and leadership — inside and outside the classroom.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English as the language of instruction.

Mental Wellbeing
The school provides a Safe & Supportive Environment.
Parent Experience

History
Dar El Tarbiah was founded in 1958 by Dr. Nawal El Degwi. It is the first English-language instruction medium institution established by Egyptians. It was licensed as a British system school in 1990 and as an American system school in 1991. The school offers IGCSE and American Diploma programs and maintains a strong affiliation with MSA University.

Community
The school fosters a vibrant community with a calendar of events across Cairo and beyond. Student life includes activities, trips, sports, performing arts & drama, and community services. Recent events at Dar El Tarbiah IG Zamalek include Memories That Bring Us Closer in Cairo (November 15, 2025); A Day to Remember in Alex in Alexandria (June 4, 2025); Packing Event in Giza (February 15, 2025); Yacht trip in Sokhna (January 27, 2025); Ski Egypt (January 27, 2025); and A Celebration of Young Creators at the Cairo Opera House (June 7, 2025).

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Dar El Tarbiah IGCSE Schools have four regular parents' meetings after each quarter exam. From time to time, parents may be invited to one-on-one counseling sessions concerning their child, with notice by written request and phone. Parents should feel free to call the school to arrange an appointment. Teachers are available five days a week from 12:00 to 12:30 to meet with parents, and there are dedicated meetings for parents of weaker students to discuss support strategies.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The IGCSE School Zamalek provides a well-equipped clinic with on-site nurses and a doctor, and conducts regular health checks. Classrooms are bright, air-conditioned, internet-connected, and supported by a large resource department. There is a Primary Art Suite and music rooms in a separate building, staffed by full-time specialists. Physical education facilities include large playgrounds and extensive sports fields (grass, artificial grass, tartan, and hard surfaces) plus an indoor gymnasium. The theatre and drama studio seats about 250 and the library contains around 3,000 books and is fully computerized; science labs are fully equipped for practical work and ICT labs support digital learning with one computer per child and internet access.

Sports Facilities
Large playgrounds and extensive sports fields (grass, artificial grass, tartan, and hard surfaces) support a wide range of physical activities. An indoor gymnasium is available for movement, dance, and PE. There are annual sports days for different year groups.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms in the Primary are bright, air-conditioned, and internet-connected, with their own materials and access to a large resource department. An Art Suite and music rooms provide spaces for creative subjects. Science labs are fully equipped, spacious, and used for practical experiments. ICT labs support digital learning, with a one computer per child policy and internet access in the adjacent lab.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Student Life includes Activities, Dressing Party, Science Fairs, Trips, Sports Activities, Performing Arts & Drama, Community Services, and Graduation Ceremonies.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The IGCSE System at Dar El Tarbiah Zamalek includes Cambridge IGCSE, Edexcel Certificate, and Oxford AQA examination boards. Cambridge IGCSE is the world's most popular international qualification for 14-16 year olds and is recognized by universities and employers worldwide. The school uses English as the language of instruction, with English and Arabic taught as core languages.

Arts & Creative
The arts program includes music, visual arts, drama, and design. Performing arts and drama are part of student life at IG Zamalek. Holistic development at the school emphasizes creativity as a core element.

Cultural & Language
The language of instruction is English. English and Arabic are central languages taught, with additional language offerings. The school collaborates with Cambridge University, Edexcel, and other international partners.

Social & Hobbies
Student Life includes activities such as science fairs, trips, sports, and a range of clubs. It also features performing arts and drama as part of student life. Community services are available as part of student life, fostering social engagement.

Community & Service
Community Services is listed under Student Life as an activity option. Students participate in volunteering and social responsibility initiatives as part of the program. Trips and other events support community engagement and personal growth.

Leadership & Professional
The IG Zamalek principal is Mrs. Ghada Abdallah. The Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel exam boards provide international qualifications for students. The school maintains partnerships with Cambridge University, Edexcel, and other international organizations. There are dedicated teachers and mentors guiding students throughout their learning journey.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school promotes a safe and loving environment. Discipline, respect, and responsibility are emphasized to support student wellbeing. Physical education, life skills, and extracurricular activities are part of the program. Holistic development includes confidence, creativity, and leadership.
Languages

Language Provision
Medium of instruction is English. English and Arabic are the focus languages, with other languages offered.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
1. The admissions process begins in June each year. Open days are held from April through the end of May for parents to tour the school and apply for their children. These days provide an opportunity to learn about the IGCSE program and to begin the application process. The admissions cycle targets new entrants for the forthcoming academic year.

2. Fill an application form either online or from the IGCSE schools reception when you visit the campus. After completing the form, submit it to the manager's office for the relevant campus: Mrs. Eveleyn Ibrahimi (Agouza), Mrs. Moshira Shady (IG Zamalek), or Mrs. Ghada Abdalla (Pre IG Zamalek). The submission should include four passport-size photos of the child, a copy of the birth certificate (new version with national number), and the most recent report from the nursery or current school.

3. An admission fee of LE 2,500 is required after filling an application form and before sitting the Admittance Exam. This amount is non-refundable unless the school declines your application. The application fees are non-refundable.

4. The school will inform you of the admission exam date. The exam will assess the applicant's level in English and Maths. This information helps determine eligibility for the next step.

5. If the applicant passes the admission exam, the school will inform you of the date of the interview with Mrs. Nawal EL Degwi. The interview is part of the selection process.

6. After acceptance, the rest of the first installment is paid. This payment completes the enrollment steps.
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