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New Vision International School

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Taught languages French, German, Arabic
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

New Vision International School in Cairo, Egypt, is an IB World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), alongside the American curriculum. Established in 2012, it serves students from age 2 to 18. The school is accredited as an IB World School and as an American-curriculum institution, and is a member of the American Schools of the Middle East. It has been authorized to offer the IB Diploma since 2019, and is inspected by the International Baccalaureate Organization and Cognia. The campus features a green landscape and technology-enabled learning, with facilities to support a broad curriculum including sports for ages 7–12. After-school activities cover sports, creative arts, crafts, cookery, ICT, music, Debate Society and languages. MYP includes a Personal Project; DP includes Extended Essay and community participation. The school emphasizes second language learning and cultural events such as International Day. Celebrations.

The Essentials

New Vision International School has instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Located in Giza, Egypt, on Sheikh Zayed Road in the Beverly Hills area of Giza (Giza 12588). The postal address is New Vision International School Giza P.O Box 120.

Stages
IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

Type
IB World School offering PYP, MYP and DP (international school).

Additional learning support
Special Education Needs policy; Inclusion Program with a Learning Support Centre; ESL Intervention Program to support English language learners.

Country affiliation
Egypt

Bus service
NVIS buses cover many areas in Sheikh Zayed and Giza Governorate, in addition to several compounds within the area.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms must be worn at all times in school, on trips and during exams unless informed otherwise by school management. Students should be neat and presentable with appropriate hair grooming and personal hygiene; those not meeting uniform standards may face consequences, including being sent home.

Food Options
The school provides catering with designated meal times and breaks. Parents sending lunches must ensure meals are healthy; snacks such as fizzy drinks, crisps, chocolates or candy are not allowed; a bottle of water must be provided daily.

Governance and Ownership
Ownership and governance: The owning company is El Rooya Group, which appoints the General Manager and Chairman who then elect the Senior Management team (School Director, School Deputy and Department heads) and these form the Board. Board members undergo governance training and safeguarding training in accordance with regulatory requirements. The School Head and IB coordinators receive ongoing IB training. The Governance page also lists New Vision International Schools Company as the owner, with Mr. Hussien Abdel Gawad as Chairman and General Manager and Ms. Yasmin Hamouda as Director.
Fees
Application and Registration Fees
- Application fee: EGP 1,000 (one-time, paid to set an assessment appointment).
- Registration (reservation) fee: EGP 12,000 (one-time, payable within seven days of receiving the formal acceptance).

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts, 2025/26 listed where specific figures are publicly available)
- Nursery / Pre‑K: not published publicly by the school.
- KG1, KG2: EGP 46,000 per year.
- Primary Grades 1–6: EGP 60,000 per year.
- Middle / Secondary (MYP / DP): the school's listed starting annual tuition appears higher for older year groups (a school directory lists a typical starting figure in the mid‑EGP 60,000s for older grades). Specific per‑grade annual amounts for all secondary years are not published in a single public fee table.

Per‑term breakdown and invoicing schedule
- Acceptance is valid for one week; during that week parents must complete the financial requirements, including payment of the first installment and any transportation and activity fees required for the place to be confirmed. Re‑registration for the next academic year is managed in March and requires payment of a reservation percentage of the fees as part of the school's financial requirements. Billing is managed by the school accountant.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- New entrants: first installment and any requested additional items (transportation, activity fees) are due within the acceptance period (one week).
- Re‑registration: parents receive a re‑registration notice (typically in March) and must pay the reservation percentage to secure the following year's place.
- Payment receipts must be provided to Admissions when payments are made by bank. The school accepts payment at the school's Accounting Department or via bank payment channels.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable. NVIS operates as a day school and offers school bus transportation to serve surrounding areas.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Transportation (school bus): charged separately if requested; payment is required as part of the initial financial requirements when selected.
- Activity fees and co‑curricular charges: charged where applicable and payable at acceptance or as invoiced.
- Uniforms: school uniform is required; parents receive uniform details in the admissions information package and must provide the required uniform items for students.
- Catering / lunch: school catering is provided; parents who send lunches must follow the school's catering/healthy‑food guidelines.
- Assessment/testing, book or program fees: the admissions process and the accountant may list additional one‑off or annual items (assessment fees, book charges, materials or subject levies) which must be paid at acceptance or as invoiced.

Refund information
- The school's admission policy requires completion of specified financial requirements at acceptance (first installment, transportation, activity fees, etc.). The admission policy does not publish a separate formal tuition refund schedule within the admission policy document; parents must follow the financial terms communicated by the School Accountant at acceptance or re‑registration.

Fee payment options
- In‑person payment at the school's Accounting Department.
- Bank payments (parents must provide the bank payment receipt to Admissions).
- An online payment portal is available (School Payments login/tool for authorized payments). Parents are invoiced and directed to the school accounting office or the school's payment portal for processing installments.

Notes on amounts and scope
- The school publishes that application and registration payments are required and that annual tuition varies by year group; specific published annual figures are available for early years and primary grades in public school listings (KG and Primary values above). Complete per‑grade, per‑term breakdowns and a formal public fee schedule for every year group and term are not published in a single public fee table in the school's policies; the school's Admissions/Accounting team issues the detailed invoice and installment schedule at the point of acceptance or re‑registration.
Academics

New Vision International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school is an IB World School with PYP (2012), MYP (2016), and DP (2019). The school has an American education option.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes the dignity and worth of each student and the responsibilities to self and society. It builds a strong foundation for academic achievement, inquiry and critical thinking, personal creativity, and 21st-century skills. The school believes all children are capable of learning and supports each student to reach maximum potential and individual capabilities. The school develops the social skills needed to function in an international society and fosters intercultural understanding and global citizenship. It provides an inclusive, caring learning environment that supports social-emotional development and encourages collaboration among students, families, and staff.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has an Inclusion Policy that supports learning for all students by addressing individual needs and enabling access to mainstream IB programs. It ensures equality of opportunity for students with special needs and normally provides accommodations within the mainstream setting. The school follows IB inclusion guidelines, differentiates instruction, and uses Individual Education Plans to tailor education for SEN students. Identification and support are systematic: entry assessments, ongoing progress monitoring, learning support coordination, and regular IEP reviews. The Learning Support Centre provides supplementary teaching and coordinates with staff and families; ESL/ESOL support is available. The school adheres to Egyptian ministry regulations and UN conventions promoting inclusive education.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Language is central to learning; all teachers are language teachers and all students are language learners; multilingualism is a resource; mother tongue maintenance is a right. Language of Instruction is English from age 3; Arabic is Language A (mother tongue) from age 3; Additional Languages (French or German) are offered from Grade 1, with self-taught options in DP. ESL/ESOL support is provided during the school day by certified staff; non-native Arabic learners receive tailored Arabic lessons. In PYP, MYP, and DP, English and Arabic serve as Language A, Language B offerings include French or German; non-core language supports intercultural understanding; DP includes options between Arabic and English. Classrooms are language-rich and home language reading is encouraged.

Mental Wellbeing
The school prioritizes mental health and wellbeing as part of inclusive education. The Inclusion Policy states that all pupils with SEND have needs identified to support progression and continued good physical, mental health and wellbeing. The Learning Support Centre collaborates with teachers and counselors to develop individualized plans (IEPs) that address personal skills and wellbeing. Regular meetings among parents, teachers, and specialists monitor progress and adjust plans as needed. The school fosters a supportive environment that promotes social-emotional development and participation in school life.

Safeguarding
The school has safeguarding and child protection measures designed to protect students from harm and neglect. It ensures the safety of students through a balanced curriculum, inclusive practices, and clear roles and responsibilities for staff, parents, and students. Safeguarding oversight involves the Learning Support Coordinator, IB Coordinator, and school leadership, with procedures for reporting concerns and updating families. The school aligns with IB policies and Egyptian regulations to uphold safeguarding standards and regularly reviews its policies to maintain best practices. Partnerships with families and professionals support safeguarding across the school community.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 2012, New Vision International School, Cairo is one of Egypt's leading academic institutions. It is an accredited member of American and IB schools and is a member of the American Schools of the Middle East. It is an IB World School authorized to teach the IB Diploma since 2019, and is inspected by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and Cognia (formerly Advanced).

Community
The school describes its community as distinctive, energetic, and welcoming, with strong friendships, IB-enhanced coursework, and rich experiences beyond the classroom that foster connections with peers and staff. The Preschool program includes a Transition Kindergarten to prepare for the PYP, and the Primary School follows the PYP with a focus on international-mindedness and language development. The school also highlights events such as Mothers Day, Eid El Adha celebrations, and a year-end production as part of student life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a green landscape. The school is described as Smart. The site promotes a technology-enabled learning environment.

Sports Facilities
The sports program is offered for ages 7-12. Enquiries can be made via the numbers 01204266069 and 01204265778.

Extra Curricular Facilities
NVIS offers after school activities where students have the opportunity to explore, practice and master new activities. Some of our after school activities include: Sports, Creative Arts, crafts and science crafts, Cookery, ICT, Music, Debate Society, and Languages.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
NVIS follows the IB program with PYP, MYP, and DP. The MYP includes a Personal Project, while the DP includes the Extended Essay and community participation. The Diploma Programme emphasizes second language learning and English literature requirements. The program uses Approaches to Learning (ATL) to develop students' inquiry, thinking and collaboration.

Arts & Creative
Visual arts are an integral part of everyday life. In the IB Middle Years Programme, students develop through creating, performing and presenting arts. The DP visual arts course challenges students to broaden their creative and cultural expectations and to master technical proficiency. The course supports students who want to study visual arts in higher education or seek lifelong enrichment.

Cultural & Language
Languages are offered as part of co-curricular activities, alongside a Debate Society. Students are encouraged to speak multiple languages as part of IB learning. The International Day celebrates cultures from around the world, providing opportunities for students to engage with diverse cultures. The DP also emphasizes second language learning.

Social & Hobbies
NVIS offers after-school activities to explore, practice and master new activities. Some include sports, creative arts, crafts and science crafts, cookery, ICT, music, Debate Society and languages. These activities aim to build students' confidence and social skills. Sports include Basketball, Football, Tennis and Athletics.

Community & Service
Service connects learning in the classroom to the real world through action in the local and global community. The MYP includes a Personal Project that links learning with community action, and the DP includes learning outside the classroom through the extended essay and the community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sport is a vital part of the curriculum from Foundation to DP, and playing a sport teaches leadership, teamwork, cooperation, and the ability to manage stress and set goals. The PE program covers skills and the importance of healthy competitive spirit. The school also hosts wellbeing-oriented events such as Family Wellness Day and cultural events like Ramadan Night and The International Day.
Languages

Language Provision
Language of Instruction is English from age 3. Mother Tongue is Arabic from age 3. Additional Languages are French or German from Grade 1. PYP uses English for transdisciplinary learning with Arabic and French/German support; MYP uses English and Arabic as Language A with French as Language B; DP offers Arabic or English as Language A (HL/SL) and French or German as Language B.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction from age 3. Arabic is the mother tongue from age 3. French or German are offered as additional languages from Grade 1. In PYP, MYP, and DP, English and Arabic are used as core languages with French or German available as Language B in MYP/DP.
Reputation

Accreditations
The school is an IB World School, Authorized to teach Primary Years Program, Middle Years Program, and Diploma Program (PYP 2012, MYP 2016, DP 2019). It is among the few IB World Schools in Egypt. The school is Cognia/AdvancED accredited in 2020, providing an American-style education. The school's IB and Cognia accreditation statements are listed on the site.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Fill in an Application Form in the admissions department. An application must be paid to set an appointment for student assessment, with the payment made in the Accounting Department. 2. Parents provide their child's previous year report card from the previous school where appropriate. 3. An appointment is arranged with the Admissions office for assessment. 4. A Family interview is set with the Student Affairs Head / School Principal after the written assessment. 5. An acceptance/refusal telephone call is received within one week to inform you of the interview and assessment's results. 6. In case of acceptance, registration fees are required to be paid within 7 days of receiving the acceptance phone call. 7. The Registration fee has to be paid in the school's Accounting Department or the bank, and a receipt should be provided to the admissions office in case of bank payment. 8. Documents needed before Registration: - 10 passport-sized photos; - Computerized Birth Certificate (original copy); - Copy of the parents' IDs; - Copy of the Medical Report (from nursery till grade Gr. 1 only). 9. Documents needed in case of Transfer: - Transfer Application (4 original copies stamped from both schools and from their Educational Zones); - Achievement Report (pre-primary not included); - Final School Report; - Attendance report; - Discipline (Behavior) report. 10. Additional documents needed: - For Egyptian student coming from another country: Returning form; - For foreign student studying in Egypt: Visa/Residency form.
School Events
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