Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
470 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
A variety of nationalities. |
| Most common nationality |
Egyptian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
Mostly local |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Mix of native speakers and other nationalities. Teach in English |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
We have a support department. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French and Arabic |
| Max. number of students per class |
KG - 12, Grades 1 - 6 (one class per grade only) 25 Max. H.S - 25 |
| Average number of students per class |
KG - 12, Grades 1 - 6 (one class per grade only) 24 Max. H.S - 20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes for grades KG - G3 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We have smart boards in every classroom. And a computer lab. All students take computer once a week. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
No only during Covid and we are capable in case of emergencies. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes. Muslim and Christian |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
No accommodations. The exempt students may sit out of the classroom as a study period. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
High School Diploma
|
| Results in these examinations |
Students in general outperform Egyptian norms for international students. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It varies. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
99% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| Learning support offered |
We have a support department with a qualified learning support teacher. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
None |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. entrance exam. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
An entrance exam for LA and Math. |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
KG1 by January and all others by April 1. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
No |
| School start time |
7:50 am |
| School finish time |
2:15 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No. only during school approve activities. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Choir, CIMUN (in cooperation with American University in Cairo) AI summer workshop. Summer camps. |
| Sports activities included |
Two periods of PE each week |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, computer lab and science lab in the HS. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We use the Shooting Club for all our PE and sports day activties. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Small family like atmosphere in the heart of Cairo. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We believe we provide our students with a happy and nurturing place to learn and grow. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where students love coming to school and are challenged to achieve their personal and academic potential. We believe we provide our students with a happy and nurturing place to learn and grow. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where students love coming to school and are challenged to achieve their personal and academic potential. |