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Saxony International School Cairo West

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German
Fees EGP 40,000 - 263,938
Ages 4 - 18 years
Opened 2021
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, IB (DP)
Taught languages German, Arabic, English, Spanish, Mandarin
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Saxony International School Cairo West is a German international school and kindergarten in Cairo that follows an innovative German curriculum alongside the IB Diploma Programme. The IB DP is offered after Grade 11 and 12 and is taught in German; it is equivalent to the Abitur and enables access to German universities. In cooperation with Germany, Abitur can be completed at SIS grammar schools in Germany, with opportunities for exchanges. The school is part of the Saxony International School network, rooted in Germany since 2009 and in Cairo since 2021 as the first SIS abroad to offer the curriculum. The learning concept is built on pillars including social competence, media competence, business competence, foreign languages, general education, and holistic education. Foreign languages include German, Arabic, Spanish and Chinese. The campus features the Art Classroom, Library, Music Room, Snoozle room, Mensa, and Workroom, plus outdoor facilities: Soccer field, Gymnasium, and Pool.

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The Essentials

Saxony International School Cairo West has instruction in German.

Location
O West Compound, 6th of October City. The school is located in the Cairo region as a German international school and kindergarten.

Stages
Kindergarten; Primary school; High school; IB Diploma Programme

Type
German international school and kindergarten

Country affiliation
Germany
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Saxony International School Cairo West ranges from EGP 40,000 to EGP 263,938 for 2026/27.

Scope and academic year

These figures apply to the 2025/2026 academic year.

Application / registration fees

- No separate, one‑off application or registration fee is listed in the published fee schedule for the 2025/2026 year.

Tuition fees — annual and per‑term breakdown by year group (EGP)

The school publishes annual tuition amounts in Egyptian pounds. Tuition is collected in four installments: a first installment of EGP 50,000 followed by three equal installments (due before July 31, 2025; October 31, 2025; and January 31, 2026). The per‑term breakdown below shows the first payment plus the three subsequent installment amounts for each year group.

- Kindergarten — Annual: EGP 185,798
- Term 1 (first installment): EGP 50,000
- Term 2: EGP 45,266.00
- Term 3: EGP 45,266.00
- Term 4: EGP 45,266.00.

- KG2 — Annual: EGP 195,000
- Term 1 (first installment): EGP 50,000
- Term 2: EGP 48,333.33
- Term 3: EGP 48,333.33
- Term 4: EGP 48,333.33.

- Grade 1 — Annual: EGP 230,000
- Term 1 (first installment): EGP 50,000
- Term 2: EGP 60,000.00
- Term 3: EGP 60,000.00
- Term 4: EGP 60,000.00.

- Grade 2 — Annual: EGP 241,943
- Term 1 (first installment): EGP 50,000
- Term 2: EGP 63,981.00
- Term 3: EGP 63,981.00
- Term 4: EGP 63,981.00.

- Grade 3 — Annual: EGP 241,943
- Term 1: EGP 50,000; Term 2–4: EGP 63,981.00 each.

- Grade 4 — Annual: EGP 241,943
- Term 1: EGP 50,000; Term 2–4: EGP 63,981.00 each.

- Grade 5 — Annual: EGP 241,943
- Term 1: EGP 50,000; Term 2–4: EGP 63,981.00 each.

- Grade 6 — Annual: EGP 241,943
- Term 1: EGP 50,000; Term 2–4: EGP 63,981.00 each.

- Grade 7 — Annual: EGP 263,938
- Term 1 (first installment): EGP 50,000
- Term 2: EGP 71,312.67
- Term 3: EGP 71,312.67
- Term 4: EGP 71,312.67.

- Grade 8 — Annual: EGP 263,938
- Term 1: EGP 50,000; Term 2–4: EGP 71,312.67 each.

- Grade 9 — Annual: EGP 263,938
- Term 1: EGP 50,000; Term 2–4: EGP 71,312.67 each.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment structure: a first installment of EGP 50,000 followed by three equal installments due before July 31, October 31, and January 31 of the academic year. The first installment is the initial payment; the remaining annual balance is split into three equal payments.
- Tuition covers: tuition and supervision; healthy meals for Pre‑K, KG1 and KG2; books and materials; and fees for activities and events (these items are included in tuition for applicable year groups).
- Sibling discount on tuition only: second child 5%; third child 10%; fourth child 15%.

Bus / transportation fees

- Bus service is charged annually by route area:
- Zayed City and 6th of October City: EGP 40,000 per year.
- Maadi, Dokki, Mohandessin and Zamalek: EGP 43,000 per year.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed and no boarding fees are published for this campus; the school's fee schedule and materials do not show boarding provision or boarding charges for the listed year groups.

Other costs and items

- Uniform: the school requires a uniform; a uniform policy / requirement is stated, but a published price or one‑time uniform charge is not given in the fee schedule.
- Activities, trips and transport: activity and trip fees and bus fees are separately referenced; the refund policy treats these differently (see refund section). The fees page notes that fees for activities and events and books/materials are included in tuition where specified.

Refund information

- Tuition refunds: tuition is refundable in accordance with the applicable laws and ministerial decrees governing private and international schools.
- Transportation (school‑bus) fees: non‑refundable except if the service is cancelled by the school administration.
- Activity and trip fees: non‑refundable except if the activity or trip is cancelled by the school administration.
- Refund requests must be submitted in writing by email; approved refunds are processed within 30 working days.

Fee payment options and practical note

- The published fee pages do not specify accepted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, local payment processors) or detailed payment instructions. For payment arrangements or to confirm acceptable payment methods, contact the admissions or general office at admission@sis-cairo-west.com or info@sis-cairo-west.com.

Summary of items to budget separately

- Annual tuition by year group (listed above).
- Annual bus/transportation if required (EGP 40,000–43,000 depending on route).
- Uniform costs (required but price not published).
- Any optional or one‑off activity/trip costs where applicable (some activity costs may be included in tuition; others may be charged separately).
Academics

Saxony International School Cairo West teaches Bespoke Curriculum, IB (DP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The school is a German school and kindergarten in Cairo and follows an innovative German curriculum. The educational concept is based on five pillars: social competence, media competence, business competence, foreign languages, general education, and holistic education. Foreign languages include German, Arabic, Spanish and Chinese. The IB Diploma is offered after Grade 11 and 12, and is taught in German; it is equivalent to the Abitur and enables access to German universities. The IB Diploma enables study at universities worldwide and in Germany, and there is an opportunity to complete Abitur at SIS grammar schools in Germany.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates can study at universities worldwide and in Germany thanks to the IB Diploma; there is also the option to complete Abitur at SIS grammar schools in Germany, enabling access to German universities.
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. SIS Cairo West is a German school and kindergarten in Cairo that teaches according to an innovative German curriculum. Holistic education means learning with head, hand and heart. Foreign languages include German, Arabic, Spanish and Chinese. 2. Registration for KG1, KG2, and grades 1 to 6 will open on November 1 for the 2026/27 school year. Birth dates for the 2025-2026 academic year are: KG1 1.6.2020 until 31.8.2021; KG2 1.6.2019 until 31.8.2020; Grade 1 1.6.2018 until 31.8.2019; Grade 2 1.6.2017 until 31.8.2018; Grade 3 1.6.2016 until 31.8.2017; Grade 4 1.6.2015 until 31.8.2016; Grade 5 1.6.2014 until 31.8.2015. These dates define eligibility for entry into KG1 through Grade 5. 3. Online registration is available via the Registration page. 4. to 2:30 p.m.
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