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Kipling School - Cairo

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees EGP 153,596 - 182,436
Ages 2 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Arabic, French, German
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Kipling School - Cairo is an international school delivering the English National Curriculum in conjunction with the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum, guiding students from early years to pre-university levels. The school teaches in English and supports Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels, with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE also available. The campus, located in Smart Village, features ultra-modern facilities, spacious classrooms for groups up to 20, science labs aligned to the Cambridge syllabus, a music room, two libraries, and an on-site theatre seating 208 for plays, musicals and events. Outdoor spaces and natural light are prioritized, and green spaces support well-being. Sport is integrated with a football field, basketball stands, ping-pong, and a gymnastics/ballet room; PE classes use the Smart Village Club. The school offers a Cambridge/Edexcel pathway across grades 9–12, and a range of clubs including arts, languages, and community service, fostering leadership and responsibility for lifelong growth.

The Essentials

Kipling School - Cairo has instruction in English.

Location
Smart Village, B149, KM28, Cairo-Alex Desert Road, Sixth of October, Egypt. The Kipling School is on the SVS Smart Village campus along the Cairo–Alex Desert Road.

Stages
Lower Primary; Upper Primary; Secondary

Type
International school following the English National Curriculum in conjunction with the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum, leading to IGCSEs, AS and A levels.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
School uniform is obligatory for all students; it is available in our store (located in Kipling secondary building 109) and in our online store.

Food Options
The school canteen is open every day during school hours offering various snacks and drinks to students and staff.

Governance and Ownership
The Kipling School is part of Smart Village Schools (SVS).
Fees

Annual tuition at Kipling School - Cairo ranges from EGP 153,596 to EGP 182,436 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- Application and assessment: a one-time, non-refundable payment is required at the time of submitting the school application form (payable before the assessment date).
- Enrollment (new-student) fee: EGP 27,000 (one-time payment, payable upon acceptance/registration).

Tuition fees (annual amounts by year group)
- Pre-K (age 2½): Tuition EGP 59,650; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 40,800; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Foundation 1 (age 3½): Tuition EGP 107,246; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 43,350; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Foundation 2 (age 4½): Tuition EGP 107,246; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 43,350; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Grade 1 (age 5½): Tuition EGP 111,258; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 45,900; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Grade 2 (age 6½): Tuition EGP 111,258; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 45,900; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Grade 3 (age 7½): Tuition EGP 114,472; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 45,900; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Grade 4 (age 8½): Tuition EGP 114,472; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 47,175; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Grade 5 (age 9½): Tuition EGP 117,683; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 47,175; Activity fees EGP 3,000.
- Grade 6 (age 10½): Tuition EGP 121,698; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 47,175; Activity fees EGP 7,000.
- Grade 7 (age 11½): Tuition EGP 121,698; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 49,725; Activity fees EGP 7,000.
- Grade 8 (age 12½): Tuition EGP 125,711; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 49,725; Activity fees EGP 7,000.
- Grade 9 (age 13½): Tuition EGP 128,924; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 43,350; Activity fees EGP 7,000.
- Grade 10 (age 14½): Tuition EGP 128,924; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 31,238; Activity fees EGP 7,000. (Books are not included for Grades 10–12.)
- Grade 11 (age 15½): Tuition EGP 132,186; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 24,225; Activity fees EGP 7,000.
- Grade 12 (age 16½): Tuition EGP 135,347; Academic resources & accreditation fees EGP 24,225; Activity fees EGP 7,000.

Notes on how fees are billed and payment terms
- The amounts shown above are the annual fees for the academic year indicated in the current fees schedule. Enrollment payment (the one‑time fee) must be submitted by the deadline communicated after acceptance; failure to secure payments within that deadline may forfeit the place. Academic resources, accreditation fees and activity fees must be paid in full. All due fees must be paid before the student's first day of entry. The school reserves the right to withhold diplomas, reports, transcripts or transfer certificates until outstanding fees are settled.
- Discounts: sibling discounts apply (10% off basic tuition for the second child, 5% off for the third child). A 5% discount is applied to tuition if the full yearly tuition is paid in advance by the specified early‑payment date; a 5% Smart Village employee discount is available on presentation of HR documentation.
- Late‑entry policy: students enrolled in Sep–Dec are liable for full tuition; students enrolling Jan 1–Mar 31 receive a 25% discount on tuition; students enrolling Apr 1 to end of year receive a 40% discount on tuition. Academic resources, accreditation and activity fees must always be paid in full.

Billing schedule (practical points)
- A specific installment schedule is set and communicated by the school; parents must meet the payment due dates to keep any discounts. The enrolment fee (one‑time) is due on acceptance by the deadline given, and all other due fees must be paid before the student's first day of attendance.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered; no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and fees
- Uniform: School uniform is compulsory and available from the school store and online store; cost of uniform items is an additional charge.
- Books and supplies: Books are excluded for Grades 10–12. iPads/laptops are required starting G1 and are an additional cost to parents. School trips, camps, after‑school activities and excursions are charged separately when scheduled. External examination fees and document‑processing fees are charged when applicable.

Refund information
- Refunds follow the stated refund percentages and the Ministry of Education regulations. Summary of the published refund schedule for the academic year covered:
- If withdrawal notice is presented before the first day of the academic year: 90% refund of enrollment fee; 90% refund of full tuition; 100% of academic resources & accreditation fees; 100% of paid activity fees.
- If withdrawal notice is presented after the first day of the academic year: 50% refund of full tuition; 100% of paid activity fees.
- If withdrawal notice is presented after November 1: 50% of full tuition and 50% of activity fees.
- If withdrawal notice is presented after January 1: no refund.
All withdrawal/refund requests must be submitted to Student Affairs; refunded amounts are calculated from the date the withdrawal request is received.

Fee payment options
- On campus: cash deposit, cheque or credit card at the school finance office.
- Bank deposit: cash deposit at ABK Egypt (Smart Village branch).
- Wire transfer: international and local wire transfers accepted to the school's bank account (IBAN and SWIFT provided for transfers).
- Online: credit‑card payments are available online.
- Instapay is not accepted; cheques should be presented only to the school finance department and must be stamped by the bank. Parents are asked to ensure any bank charges are paid by the sender so the school receives the full invoiced amount.
Academics

Kipling School - Cairo teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 2 to 17.

Curriculum
The Kipling School follows the English National Curriculum in conjunction with the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum leading to IGCSEs, AS and A levels.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Weekly tutorial sessions and PSHE lessons support social-emotional learning; leadership roles and student councils foster positive social skills and community engagement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning support is available for students who are struggling in English; candidates are accepted into this programme at the discretion of the School Director.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Learning support is available for students who are struggling in English.

Mental Wellbeing
Weekly tutorial sessions and PSHE lessons support mental wellbeing and social development.

Safeguarding
Child protection is emphasised and a bullying policy with guidance for students, parents and staff provides procedures for addressing incidents.
Parent Experience

Community
The Kipling School is located in Smart Village, B149, KM28, Cairo-Alex Desert Road, Sixth of October, Egypt, and is part of SVS (Smart Village Schools). The school follows the English National Curriculum in Early Years and Lower Primary, with a second language introduced at the early years (French), and uses the Cambridge scheme of work in the curriculum. There is a House System with four Houses: Earth (Green), Water (Blue), Fire (Red), and Air (White); the pastoral programme includes community service such as the annual Plant for a Cause project and visits to orphanages and elderly care, with ongoing community service every term. A Student Council exists as part of school life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in Smart Village, the buildings are ultra-modern. They provide spacious learning environments, play and communal areas. Ventilation and natural light are prioritized. Green spaces support physical and mental well-being and nature conservation.

Sports Facilities
A football field, basketball stands, ping-pong tables, and a gymnastics/ballet room are provided. Students also use the Smart Village Club for PE classes. These facilities promote an active lifestyle.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are spacious and designed for up to 20 students with the latest technology. Science labs include Physics, Chemistry and Biology spaces aligned with the Cambridge curriculum. Two libraries offer fiction, non-fiction, magazines and newspapers with internet access. The Music Room houses instruments and equipment for rehearsals. The Theatre seats 208 and supports plays, musicals and other events. Art Rooms support creative work and host an annual Art Exhibition.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Theatre hosts plays, musicals, concerts, dance performances and more. The Music Room supports rehearsals with a range of instruments. Art Rooms foster creativity and an annual Art Exhibition. Two libraries provide reading and research resources.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Kipling School follows a Cambridge International/Edexcel pathway. In Grade 9 students are prepared for and sit core exams in English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics through Cambridge International Examinations or Pearson Edexcel. In Grade 10 students sit IGCSE exams (O levels) in English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, with optional subjects including Art, Human Biology, ICT, Travel and Tourism, French, German and Business Studies. In Grades 11 and 12 students follow AS and A2 courses recognised for university entrance; subjects offered include Accounting, Arabic, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Sociology.

Arts & Creative
The Kipling School has drama and theatre as part of School Life. Students participate in a talent show and contribute to the student magazine. Drama productions and other creative performances are a feature of extracurricular activities.

Cultural & Language
Arabic and French are studied in Grade 7 to Grade 9. In Grade 10, optional subjects include French and German. In Grades 11–12, Arabic is listed among the subjects offered.

Social & Hobbies
House System divides the school into four Houses: Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. The system fosters competition, teamwork and opportunities for leadership. The school runs House competitions as part of School Life.

Community & Service
Charity Committee is part of the extracurricular activities. Students participate in charity initiatives through this committee. Participation supports community involvement and social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council is part of School Life. It provides leadership opportunities and a voice for students. Members help plan events and represent student interests.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
PE is a foundation subject. The school has a pastoral care programme to support student well-being. Non-examined subjects include Pastoral, Social and Health Education.
Languages

Language Provision
The school uses English as the medium of instruction, following the English National Curriculum in conjunction with the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum, leading to IGCSEs, AS and A levels.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English. It follows the English National Curriculum in conjunction with the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum leading to IGCSEs, AS and A levels.
Reputation

Accreditations
Cambridge International Examinations; Council of International Schools (CIS) Accredited Full
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete your child's Registration Form using the online registration center. Please complete all fields. Questionnaires are processed within 48 hours. You will receive a confirmation email as soon as it is processed. 2. Visit our campus to pay the application fee and submit the required documents: 2 passport photos, 2 original birth certificates and report cards from kindergarten or school. Submit the documents in person when you visit the campus. These documents are part of the registration process. 3. After submitting all the required documents, an appointment for the entrance test and an interview with the parents will be scheduled. The appointment follows the submission of the documents. The interview includes the parents. The entrance test and interview are part of the admission steps. 4. You will be contacted within one week after acceptance. The admission decision is communicated to the applicant. This contact marks the transition to the next steps. 5. The list of admitted students will be published within one week. Your child's registration remains valid for one week. During that week, the documents and the deposit must be prepared and paid. 6. The results of the entrance test are confidential. They should not be disclosed. Disclosures are not permitted.
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