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Elwy International School

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees EGP 800 - 70,000
Ages 3 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 800
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Arabic, English, French, German
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Elwy British International School in Giza delivers an English-medium, British-style education for ages 3 to 17. Founded in 1995, the group runs a National and International Division in the Al-Haram district, serving Foundation Stage through Year 12. The school is private and co-educational, affiliated with Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel, preparing students for IGCSE examinations. Cambridge Primary and Secondary frameworks, together with IGCSE offerings, are embedded across the curriculum. The British Council accredits the school, and it is recognised by the Egyptian Ministry of Education. The Cambridge approach is described as comprehensive, thematic, and creative, fostering international mindedness and personal learning. Facilities include age-appropriate, safe play areas, a swimming pool, a gym, and both covered and outdoor spaces. A media center with a video library, three computer labs, a school-wide network and smart boards support digital learning across all stages.

www.elwyschool.com

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

Elwy International School has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in the Al-Haram region of Giza, Egypt. The address is 15 El-Lebeiny St., Mariouteya Road, Faisal, Giza. It operates as Elwy National & International Schools and serves both national and international divisions. Parking around the school entrance is difficult and dropping off/picking up by car should be done with care. Driving directions from Al Remaya to Elwy International School are available on site.

Stages
Foundation Stage through Year 12.

Type
Private, English-medium, co-educational.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with the United Kingdom through Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and Edexcel; accredited by the British Council and the Egyptian Ministry of Education.

School day structure
School starts at 7:30 am. Elwy Language School runs 7:30 am–2:30 pm and Elwy British International School runs 7:30 am–2:45 pm; a bell rings at 7:45 am to welcome students, and punctuality is emphasized. The morning line-up and attendance rules apply; late arrivals must report to the headmistress.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Elwy International School ranges from EGP 800 to EGP 70,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- Application fee (International section): EGP 1,600.
- Application fee (National section): EGP 800.

Tuition fees (annual; by year group)
- Foundation / KG1–KG2: EGP 70,000 per year.
- Grades 1–12: EGP 70,000–75,000 per year (varies by grade).

Per-term detail
- A published per-term schedule for specific year groups is not publicly provided; tuition figures above are given as annual amounts. Parents should note that the school issues fee invoices at enrolment and at the start of the academic year and requires payment as described under Billing schedule and payment terms.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Parents enrolling a child for the first year must pay the full school fees at the beginning of the school year to secure a place.
- For returning students, fees may be paid in two installments in the school year.
- The school requires payment of the first instalment (or full fee for new students) before the place is confirmed.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered; there are no published boarding fees. Facilities and programme descriptions make no provision for residential/boarding pupils.

Other costs and compulsory extras
- Books and school activities: Included within the school fees where stated for the published annual figure.
- School uniform: Sold through the official uniform supplier GELGELA; uniform costs are charged separately.
- School transport (bus): Bus fees vary by route; published starting figure is EGP 15,000 per year (subject to annual change).
- Any additional mandatory exam, registration, or activity charges beyond the tuition/books/activities package are not itemised in the publicly available fee summaries.

Refund information
- There is no detailed publicly posted refundable-deposit or full refund policy in the publicly available admissions/fees information. The first installment is required to secure the place; refunds or partial refunds for withdrawal are not specified in published materials. Parents should assume that the first instalment secures the student's place and that any refund terms must be confirmed in writing by the school at point of payment.

Fee payment options
- Specific payment methods (bank transfer, card payment, electronic payment gateways) are not listed in the publicly available admissions and fees notes. Parents should expect standard options to be offered by the school's finance office but should confirm available methods with the admissions or finance office at enrolment.

Note on published figures and unavailable details
- The numerical figures provided above are published annual fees and related charges available in public school listings and the school's admissions FAQ; a full itemised, grade-by-grade per-term fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year was not published in the publicly available admissions or fees notes at the time of review. Additional line-item charges (detailed bus rates by route, exam or assessment fees, transactional surcharges, and a formal written refund policy) were not publicly itemised and should be confirmed directly with the school's admissions or finance office when arranging enrolment.
Academics

Elwy International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 17.

Curriculum
Elwy British International School follows the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) framework and prepares students for the IGCSE examinations. The school holds accreditation from the British Council. The Cambridge framework is described as comprehensive, thematic, and creative, with learning goals for each subject, fostering international mindedness and personal learning. The school operates as a private, English-medium, co-educational institution serving Foundation Stage through Year 12.

Higher Education Progression
The curriculum and assessment prepare students to join universities of their choice.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission usually starts between December and January of each year. Applications and supporting documents should be submitted to the Admission Office. The required documents include one passport-size photo of the child, a copy of the birth certificate (new version), the most recent report from the nursery or current school, and copies of each parent's education certificates. 2. After processing, the administration will contact you with an assessment date and time for you and your child. This assessment invitation does not guarantee a place, and the child may be placed on the waiting list until spaces become available. Older students are tested individually to assess their English, Maths and Arabic; you will then be called with the interview date and time with the School Director. 3. If a place is awarded, you will be asked to pay the first installment of the school fees to ensure the place for the new academic year. This payment confirms the intention to enroll. When the required payment has been established, you have joined our Elwy Schools Family. 4. For Elwy Language Schools (Pre-KG) admissions, fill in an admission form on the website and submit it by email; the school will set appointments for interviews. The child must be at least 3 years and 6 months old by October 1; the child must pass the interview and the tests; the parents must be able to converse in English. Admission is based on the school's evaluation, with elder applicants given priority; the interview with the Director General requires the birth certificate, one photograph, and copies of the parents' university qualifications and National IDs. 5. For Elwy British International School admissions: Foundation 1 requires the child to be 4 years old by October 1. Applicants fill in an admission form on the website and submit it by email; interviews are scheduled. Documents required include a copy of the child's birth certificate, a recent photograph, and the child's nursery report; copies of the parents' university qualifications and their National ID Cards; an additional copy of the child's achievement report from the previous nursery/school. The Admissions Office handles the process and provides contact details; hours are Sun-Thu 9am-2pm; phone numbers are 02 37722500 and 02 37722600, and mobile numbers are 01029116273 and 01152505551. 6. Contact information for further questions: The Admissions Office can be reached during working hours, and the provided phone numbers and emails are the primary channels for guidance through the admissions process.

Waitlist
The waiting list is used when spaces are not currently available. Applicants may be placed on the waiting list and offered a place when spaces become available.
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