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The British School of Elite Education

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees EGP 167,000
Ages 3 - 16 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, British Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, German, French, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Sport, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Located in the Shorouk City district, The British School of Elite Education provides a British international education for Foundation Stage 1 to IGIII, serving ages 3 to 16. The Cambridge international curriculum underpins the programme from Foundation Stage 1 through IGIII, with the secondary curriculum following Cambridge IGCSE examinations. KS1 follows Cambridge standards in English, Numeracy, Science and Global Perspectives, and Arabic is taught and integrated daily. Specialist lessons include Second Language, Music, Art, Computing, Arabic, Religion and Physical Education. In KS2, students take Cambridge Primary Checkpoint exams in English, Mathematics, Science and Cambridge Global Perspectives. The secondary curriculum is UK-based, following the British National Curriculum and IGCSE examinations. The campus groups facilities into Sports, Technology, Arts and Music, with indoor and outdoor spaces, two semi-Olympic heated pools, multi-purpose fields and a fully equipped gym. A 200 m² Elite STEM Lab offers internationally accredited technology education; the Royal Schools of Music-accredited music program and art facilities support visual and performing arts. Extracurriculars include drama, choir and community service.

The Essentials

The British School of Elite Education has instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
District 4, Behind Shorouk Sports Club, Shorouk City, Cairo, Egypt 11837.

Stages
Foundation Stage 1 to IGIII. Preschool follows the EYFS framework; Key Stage 1-4 follows Cambridge standards with Cambridge Primary Checkpoint at the end of KS2; KS4 is based on the UK curriculum and uses IGCSE.

Type
The school is a British international school in Cairo offering an international British curriculum.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is led by a Managing Director, Ms. Lobna El-Mihy, and a School Principal, Ms. Hanan El-Gammal.
Fees

Annual tuition at The British School of Elite Education ranges from EGP 167,000 for 2026/27.

Application & one‑time fees
- Application (assessment) fee: EGP 1,200.
- Book fees (annual): EGP 10,000.
- Activity fees (annual): EGP 10,000.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term)
- Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) — Annual: EGP 110,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 36,667 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded).
- Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) — Annual: EGP 122,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 40,667 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded).
- Grade 1–3 — Annual: EGP 137,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 45,667 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded).
- Year 4–6 — Annual: EGP 153,500. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 51,167 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded).
- Grade 7–9 — Annual: EGP 163,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 54,333 per term (annual ÷ 3, rounded).
- Grade 10 — Annual: EGP 168,000. Termly (equal 3-term split): EGP 56,000 per term (annual ÷ 3).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school requires payment of the assessment/entry fee to access the assessment calendar and requires settlement of the first tuition instalment to complete registration. Instalment payment is part of the admissions/registration process.
- Term amounts above are shown as an equal three‑term split of the published annual tuition to give per‑term figures (annual tuition ÷ 3, rounded). The school's admissions information confirms that a first tuition instalment is required at registration; detailed instalment percentages or alternative billing plans (annual/biannual/termly with differing percentages) are managed through the school's finance/admissions process.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as a service or fee for this school; available facilities are described as a day‑school offering (including bus transport) rather than boarding accommodation. No boarding fee is published.

Other recurring or one‑off costs
- Book pack: EGP 10,000 (annual).
- Activity fees: EGP 10,000 (annual).
- Uniform: not published as a fixed fee in the publicly available materials; uniform purchases are typically billed separately through the school or approved suppliers.
- Examination fees (external exam boards such as Cambridge/Edexcel/AQA) and other exam-related charges are set by the examining bodies and may be billed in addition to the tuition and activity/book fees.

Refund information
- The school's publicly available admissions information requires the initial tuition instalment at registration; no separate public tuition refund policy or detailed refund schedule is published in the publicly available fee materials. Refunds and withdrawal terms are handled through the school's finance/admissions office according to the school's internal policies.

Fee payment options
- The school provides a cashless top‑up/payment portal for parents (the school lists a cashless top‑up service). Payments and invoicing are administered through the school's finance/parent portals.
- Specific payment methods (card, bank transfer, direct debit) are managed by the school's finance office and payment portal; parents use the school's approved payment channels. For assessment and registration the admissions process references settlement of the required instalment through the school's stated payment methods.

(Notes: Annual tuition figures and one‑time charges listed above are the published tuition/book/activity figures reported in the school's publicly shared materials for the 2025/26 period and related published brochures. Per‑term figures are provided here as an equal three‑term division of the published annual tuition to supply per‑term amounts for database use.)
Academics

The British School of Elite Education teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
The Cambridge international curriculum forms the basis of the BSEE curriculum from Foundation Stage 1 to IGIII, with the secondary curriculum following Cambridge IGCSE. KS1 follows Cambridge standards in English, Numeracy, Science and Global Perspectives. Arabic is taught and integrated into the daily curriculum. Specialist lessons include Second Language, Music, Art, Computing, Arabic, Religion and Physical Education. In KS2, students sit Cambridge Primary Checkpoint exams in English, Mathematics, Science and Cambridge Global Perspectives. The secondary curriculum is UK-based, following the British National Curriculum and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) for examinations.

Student Teacher Ratio
The school provides a low student-to-teacher ratio.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for higher education at top universities in Egypt and around the world.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Circle Time in Key Stage 1 develops positive relationships, listening skills, and cooperation among students. The Global Perspectives program builds research, analysis, evaluation, reflection, collaboration and communication through topics with a personal, local and global context. The EYFS curriculum supports cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in a safe and engaging setting. Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural development are core aspects of SMSC Education. Social development includes participation in community service, volunteering, cooperating with others, and resolving conflicts effectively. The overall approach is holistic and aims to develop a wide range of skills and personal growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Second Language is taught as a specialist lesson. Specialist lessons include Second Language, Music, Arts, Computing, Arabic, Religion and Physical Education.

Mental Wellbeing
Preschool supports cognitive, social and emotional growth in a safe, engaging setting. SMSC Education addresses social development and community engagement, contributing to learner wellbeing. Circle Time fosters unity, respect and turn-taking, supporting emotional wellbeing. The Global Perspectives and other curriculum elements promote collaborative learning and communication, aiding mental wellbeing. The overall approach emphasizes a safe, holistic learning environment.

Safeguarding
Two on-site clinics address injuries and emergencies, staffed by a school doctor and a nurse. Regular food and water inspections are conducted by Al-Mokhtbar Laboratories to safeguard health. GPS-tracked buses monitor transportation to enhance student safety. Circle Time fosters positive relationships and respectful interactions, contributing to a safe school environment.
Parent Experience

History
The British School of Elite Education (BSEE) is a British international school in Cairo, Egypt. It offers an international British curriculum for Foundation Stage 1 to IGIII. The school is located in District 4, Behind Shorouk Sports Club, Shorouk City, Cairo, accessible to residents across Greater Cairo. BSEE is described as a forward-thinking institution established on a strong foundation of core values and ethics. The Managing Director is Mrs. Lobna El Mihy. The campus provides a holistic educational experience and enriches the curriculum with Performing Arts, Languages, Technology, and Physical Health.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in the heart of Al-Shorouk district, the British School of Elite Education provides spacious campus facilities. The facilities are organized into four main categories—Sports, Technology, Arts, and Music—to keep students engaged and inspired. The campus features extensive sports spaces with indoor and outdoor areas, two semi-Olympic heated swimming pools, and multi‑purpose fields for Tennis, Football, Handball, Volleyball, and Basketball, plus a fully equipped gym. It also offers dedicated Music and Art facilities with instrument‑rich music rooms and spacious art studios, and a 200 m² STEM Lab with state‑of‑the‑art technology. The address is District 4, Behind Shorouk Sports Club, Shorouk City, Cairo, Egypt, 11837.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities occupy a large site on the campus that includes indoor and outdoor playgrounds and sports fields under the close supervision of staff. There are two Semi-Olympic heated swimming pools where students can practice and refine their swimming skills. There are multi‑purpose sports fields for Tennis, Football, Handball, Volleyball and Basketball. In addition to that, there is a fully equipped gym where students can work out with a team of professional trainers.

Academic Facilities
STEM Lab is a 200 m² facility dedicated to creativity and innovation and equipped with state‑of‑the‑art K‑12 education technology hardware. It develops a standardized technology curriculum designed to cultivate active and informed students and global citizens. The Elite STEM Lab team worked on a specialized curriculum designed by CS, D&T, CDI teachers and cognitive scientists, and this lab provides international accreditation. Music and Art facilities include a music curriculum accredited by The Royal Schools of Music in London in association with Cairo Music Centre led by Dr Mohamed EL‑Tobgy, with multiple fully equipped music rooms housing instruments such as piano, recorder, guitar, violin, xylophone, drums and Cajon, and spacious art rooms.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Beyond The Curriculum highlights diverse inclusive extra-curricular activities to nourish our students' talents and skills. Students have the opportunity to participate in different sports, art and clubs during the school day, including drama, choir, and playing a variety of musical instruments such as piano, recorder, violin, xylophone, drums and cajon. The school runs competitions that appeal to all students' tastes and talents and help develop self‑discipline. Community service is framed as active citizenship with four main concepts: the environment, food and water crises, special needs, and the underprivileged. The internship programme develops skills such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, attention to detail and sense of responsibility, with tasks including canteen supervisor, student buddy, eagle eye, teacher assistant and bullying officer.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
STEM Lab provides an internationally accredited technology curriculum aligned with STREAM standards. The Lab offers hands-on projects and activities in Robotics and ROVs, Coding and Game Design, 3D Printing and Digital Fabrication, Renewable Energy, Space and Astronomy, and Electronic Circuits. Students are encouraged to think critically and solve problems creatively. This prepares students to become future-ready innovators and problem solvers in a changing global landscape.

Arts & Creative
The school offers drama, choir, and playing a variety of musical instruments in clubs during the school day. Instrumental options include the piano, recorder, violin, xylophone, drums and cajon. These arts activities form part of the extracurricular program.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a wide range of competitions appealing to different tastes and talents. Participation helps students develop self-discipline and collaborative skills through school activities and clubs, including drama and music.

Community & Service
Community service takes the shape of active citizenship where students support areas in need of service in school and outside school. All students in all grade levels are collaboratively working on four main concepts: the environment, food and water crises, special needs and the underprivileged.

Leadership & Professional
The internship programme develops students' skills such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, attention to detail and a sense of responsibility. It creates leaders rather than followers and reinforces the students' sense of belonging to the school community. Tasks students select as part of the internship programme include canteen supervisor, student buddy, eagle eye, teacher assistant and bullying officer.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school offers opportunities to participate in different sports during the school day. Students also engage in art and clubs during the day, contributing to a balanced school life.
Languages

Language Provision
Key Stage 1 follows Cambridge standards in Literacy, Numeracy, Science and Global Perspectives. Key Stage 2 follows Cambridge standards in English, Maths, Science and Global Perspectives, while Arabic language, Religion and Social Studies are studied under the Egyptian Ministry of Education curriculum. A Second Language is offered as a specialist lesson in Key Stage 1.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions are open for the 2026/2027 academic year. Apply Now via elite-portal.com. 2. The Apply Now link leads to an online admissions portal for submitting applications. 3. Inquiries can be submitted through the online Inquiry Form on the Elite Portal, which collects name, address, phone number, email, how the family heard about the school, and the year level. 4. to 2:00 p.m.
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