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Gateway International Montessori School

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 0 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, German
Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Gateway International Montessori School is located in Katameya Gardens Compound, New Cairo, Egypt. It offers a blended curriculum that combines Montessori methods in the early years with the American curriculum and International Baccalaureate programs. The school is an IB World School offering MYP and DP, with graduates able to earn an American High School Diploma. English is the language of instruction, and languages include Mandarin, Spanish, and German. The campus supports learning with outdoor work environments attached to classrooms, a commercial kitchen, libraries, a gym, gardens and playgrounds, an indoor pool, tennis courts, a theater, art and music rooms, rooftop gardens, a labyrinth, and science laboratories. Extracurriculars include sports, visual and performing arts, and peace education. The school emphasizes community involvement and offers the MYP Personal Project with community service. Students graduate fluent in multiple languages and are prepared for higher education through Grade 12, up to age 18.

The Essentials

Gateway International Montessori School has instruction in English.

Location
Gateway International American and Montessori School is located at Katameya Gardens, 5th Settlement, New Cairo, Cairo, Egypt. The school operates Sunday to Thursday, 9:30–14:30. Transportation to and from select communities is provided by an outside provider (minimum age 3).

Stages
Nedo and Toddlers; Elementary through Grade 12 with IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and IB Diploma Programme (DP); KG through Grade 12 is referenced on site.

Type
IB World School offering Montessori, American, and International Baccalaureate curricula.

Additional learning support
Special Educational Needs Division.

Country affiliation
Egypt

School day structure
School day runs Sunday to Thursday 9:30–14:30; Friday and Saturday are closed.

Bus service
Transportation is provided by an outside provider to select communities (minimum age of 3).
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
On-campus boarding is offered for high school students, with boarding houses or dormitories; accommodation and meals are provided, with a structured living environment throughout the academic year.

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are used and there is a School Uniform Shop for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Food Options
Meals are provided for boarding students as part of the boarding arrangement.

House System
A house system exists; Grade 12 students participate in the Senior House as part of the College Character Program.

Governance and Ownership
Gateway is accredited by Cognia (AdvancED) and licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Education; it is a member of Montessori Educational Programs International (MEPI). Gateway is an IB World School for the Diploma Programme and the Middle Years Programme and is pursuing IB authorization; the school is recognized as a K-12 American School offering the American Diploma.
Fees
Application / Assessment & Registration fees
- Assessment (application) fee: 1,500 EGP (non-refundable).
- Registration fee: 10,000 EGP (non-refundable).
- New enrolments pay the first tuition installment at registration.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Exact tuition amounts for each year group and the per-term breakdown are not published publicly; the school provides specific tuition figures for each year group directly to applicants and families upon application.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is charged as an annual obligation and remains payable regardless of student absence or school closure.
- Installment options:
- Payment in 4 installments (dates set by the school).
- Payment in 8 equal monthly instalments (May through December).
- Full annual payment: families who pay the full tuition in June receive a full-payment discount (payment window June 1–30).
- The first installment is treated as a reservation fee for the following scholastic year; late payment past the deadline may result in loss of the place. Re-enrolment requires a place-reservation payment of 5,000 EGP by May 1, to be deducted from the first installment.

Boarding fees (where applicable)
- The school operates a boarding programme for high‑school students (boarding launched for the 2024–25 academic year). Specific boarding fee amounts (annual or term) are not published publicly.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- The published fee structure states that tuition includes books and school activities. Any additional charges (examples that commonly apply at schools: uniform, private lessons, some extracurricular trips, transport, specialist equipment) are not detailed as fixed amounts publicly and are handled separately.
- Transportation is provided to/from selected communities via an outside provider; transport fees are set by that provider and are not listed as a public fixed fee on the school's published material.

Refund information and withdrawal deductions
- Assessment fee (1,500 EGP) and registration fee (10,000 EGP) are non‑refundable.
- If a parent withdraws after the first day of the academic year (the school follows the Egyptian Ministry of Education start date, noted as September 15), the full amount of the first installment will be retained or charged. Withdrawing before the end of trimester 1 results in a 60% deduction of tuition, and withdrawal at the beginning of trimester 2 results in 100% of tuition being retained or required.

Fee payment options (accepted schedules / public information)
- The school publishes the permitted payment schedules (4 installments; 8 monthly equal instalments May–December; single full payment in June with discount). Specific payment instruments accepted (for example: bank transfer, in‑person cash, cheque, online card payments) are not specified in the publicly available fee terms; families are required to arrange payment according to the school's enrolment and finance instructions.

Summary statement (for use in a parent-facing database)
- Assessment (application) fee: 1,500 EGP (non-refundable).
- Registration fee: 10,000 EGP (non-refundable).
- Re-enrolment place reservation: 5,000 EGP (payable by May 1; deducted from first installment).
- Tuition: billed annually; specific tuition amounts by year group and per-term figures are not published publicly and are supplied directly to applicants/families.
- Payment schedules published: single full payment (June window with discount); 4 installments; or 8 equal monthly instalments (May–December).
- Tuition covers books and school activities; other potential charges (boarding, transport, uniforms, extracurricular trip fees) are additional where applicable and are not shown as fixed public amounts.
- Boarding is available for high‑school students; boarding fee amounts are not published publicly.
- Refund/withdrawal rules: assessment and registration fees non‑refundable; deductions of the first installment, 60%, or 100% of tuition apply depending on withdrawal timing as stated in the school's fees terms.
Academics

Gateway International Montessori School teaches Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 0 to 18.

Curriculum
Montessori Curriculum is used in the early years (K-3); the school integrates Montessori with American curriculum standards and offers International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, including the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). Gateway is an IB World School with DP and MYP pathways. The medium of instruction is English, and world languages offered include Mandarin, Spanish, and German.

Higher Education Progression
The Diploma Programme provides students with breadth and depth of rigorous study and prepares them for university.

Gifted and Talented
The school comprises gifted and talented students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Parent-teacher conferences share insights about students' academic, social, and emotional development based on classroom observations, ongoing assessment, and comprehensive portfolios.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
SEN Unit provides inclusive education and support to children with special abilities, in cooperation with the Chance Center, with the aim of breaking down barriers and promoting inclusivity.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The language of instruction is English across K-12, and English as an Additional Language support is provided to develop initial English language skills for students learning in a language other than their mother tongue.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral Care Department leads wellbeing initiatives, including events and programs that support students' mental health and social-emotional development.

Safeguarding
Early Years body boundaries and safety sessions are led by the Pastoral Care Department, with Dr. Rana Hany (founder of the 'مش حاجة عيب' child-safety initiative) guiding safeguarding efforts to help students understand personal safety and how to seek help.
Parent Experience

History
Gateway International Montessori School is located in Katameya Gardens Compound, New Cairo, Egypt. It is described as the first International school in Cairo to provide a unique and comprehensive blend of British Education with a taste of Montessori under one roof. The school serves students from ages 3 to 18, with Montessori and American curriculum programs in the early years and elementary, and the International Baccalaureate pathway in Grades 11 and 12. Eligible graduates may earn an American High School Diploma upon graduation. Gateway's attractive new campus is located in Katameya Gardens Compound, New Cairo, offering facilities to support this blended curriculum.

Community
Gateway emphasizes family involvement as a core element of its community and home partnership. The school outlines seven dimensions for family–school partnerships: communicating; connecting learning at home and at school; building community and identity; recognizing the role of the family; consultative decision-making; collaborating beyond the school; and participating.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Gateway has a Parent Teacher Association (PTA). A post dated December 3, 2020 announces the newly elected PTA and signals the aim of partnership and collaboration. Gateway also held a PTA Orientation Session for the 2025–26 academic year to welcome and engage parents in school activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Gateway's new campus is located in Katameya Gardens Compound, New Cairo, and offers facilities designed to support students' development across academics, life skills, and well-being. Facilities include outdoor work environments attached to all classrooms, a commercial kitchen, comprehensive libraries, a gym, gardens and playgrounds, an indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, a theater, art and music rooms, rooftop gardens and a labyrinth, and a variety of science labs.

Sports Facilities
Gateway provides a gym, tennis courts, and an indoor swimming pool to support physical education and competitive sports. Outdoor spaces and dedicated play areas complement athletic activities.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include comprehensive libraries and a variety of science laboratories for hands-on learning. The campus houses art and music rooms and a theater to support visual and performing arts. Additional spaces like rooftop gardens and a labyrinth provide inquiry-based learning environments.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Gateway offers sports, visual and performing arts programs, and peace education. These programs are designed to complement the Montessori and IB curricula.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Gateway students participate in internal competitions such as a Spelling Bee Contest, which highlights language skills and perseverance. The school hosts English Language Week, where language learning is integrated with art. Gateway runs science-focused events, including Science Week, a Science Show, and a Science Fair that features student experiments and inquiry. Students also engage in hands-on science activities, such as fish anatomy dissections, to build critical thinking.

Arts & Creative
English Language Week with a creative twist integrates language learning with art. An Annual Book Fair supports reading and literary creativity. The Student Spotlight Initiative celebrates effort, kindness, creativity, and excellence within the Gateway community.

Cultural & Language
English is the medium of instruction; Arabic is the official language of Egypt and many students' mother tongue. Gateway offers Mandarin and Spanish as world languages, with German planned to be introduced as a world language starting in 2023–2024. The school emphasizes strong mother-tongue development and multilingual learning across languages.

Social & Hobbies
Students participate in activities such as trips (e.g., Kids Station learning excursion). Language Week celebrations and cultural activities are part of the social life at Gateway. The school also hosts events like Ramadan-library activities and a School Book Fair, fostering community and shared experiences.

Community & Service
Gateway emphasizes Family Involvement as a core element of the school community and promotes home–school partnerships across seven dimensions of collaboration. The School encourages collaboration with local and global communities and participation in community projects and partnerships beyond the school. The MYP Personal Project includes community service work (e.g., Peace Corps mission in Botswana) as part of student leadership and service learning.

Leadership & Professional
Graduates will be multi-lingual world citizens who communicate effectively in multiple languages and value diverse cultural backgrounds. They are expected to be open-minded and curious, apply skills to analyze and solve problems, and maintain a solid work ethic with life-long learning. The IB/MYP Personal Project and related initiatives foster student leadership and global citizenship, including tangible service projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral Care is highlighted through sessions focusing on body boundaries and child safety, reflecting a commitment to well-being. The school presents a strong athletics program with team sports, including football and volleyball, and has earned first-place honors in ISSOC competitions. The School Culture page notes that students are involved in healthy decision-making, balance, and well-being as part of their development.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the medium of instruction at Gateway. Gateway teaches English, Mandarin, Spanish, and Arabic, with German planned as a World Language starting in Grade 4 in Academic Year 2023-2024. Arabic is the mother tongue of most students, and Gateway emphasizes a strong mother-tongue program as part of its multilingual approach. Gateway is multilingual, with many world languages taught and practiced to support intercultural understanding.
Reputation

Accreditations
Gateway International Montessori School is officially accredited by IMC, AMS, MEPI and AAIE Foundations.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission Process. 1. Online Application: Complete the online application form via the admission online application link. After submission, the Admissions team will call you. 2. Parent interview and Assessment: A time will be scheduled for a parent interview and a child assessment. 3. Assessment results and Registration: Depending on the assessment result, an initial acceptance email is issued. Upon payment of registration fees and completion of consent and agreement forms, a final acceptance letter is sent. Required documents: Completed application form; Original birth certificate (electronic copy); 6 passport-size photographs of the student; Copies of IDs for both parents; Passport (for non-Egyptians); Academic reports up until the last completed school term; Nursery Report for EC Applicants. Contact info: Katameya Gardens 5th Settlement, New Cairo, Cairo, Egypt.

Scholarships
Gateway Merit Scholarship: A Gateway financial award based on academic merit; it does not consider a student's financial need. It is not a full scholarship but a discount decided by the school. This scholarship was granted for the 2022–23 academic year to high school students applying for grades 9 and 10. Deadline: June 30, 2022. Application Form Link: Apply now. Admission Office Contact Number: 0111 310 2222.
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