American International School in Egypt, Main Campus
International School in Cairo
Quick answer
American International School in Egypt — Main Campus (AIS Egypt Cairo) serves 1,880 students from 39 nationalities aged 4 to 18 in New Cairo. The school combines an American curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme at upper school. Accredited by IBO, CIS, MSA-CESS and ECIS — a four-accreditation set. The Main Campus is one of two AIS Egypt sites, anchoring an American-track community for diplomatic, corporate and Egyptian families.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and US Diploma.
- Avg class size: 23 (max 25) Cairo international school · 1,880 students total.
- 39 nationalities top: Approximately 80% of AIS Egypt’s students are Egyptian, 15% being from North America and the remaining 5% from over 36 countries..
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 school day starts at 8:00.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, MSA-CESS plus 1 more.
1,880
39 (Approximately 80% of AIS Egypt’s students are Egyptian,15% being from North America and the remaining 5% from over 36 countries.)
23 avg / 25 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS, MSA-CESS, ECIS
IB Diploma and US Diploma
About American International School in Egypt, Main Campus
The American International School in Egypt, Main Campus provides a co-educational, English language, college preparatory program of studies as well as (IB) The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program that culminates in awarding eligible students an American High School Diploma or International Baccalaureate Diploma.
IB, American
IB Diploma and US Diploma
IB Diploma, American High School Diploma
Arabic, Spanish, French
unknown
AISE no longer has the Learning Support Center. Children with mild learning difficulties will be considered for admission on an individual basis.
AISE's instruction is conducted in English and AISE requires English proficiency from its students by KG3. AISE no longer offers a fee paid ESL support class. However, depending on the level of English proficiency, some support can be given from its Student Success Team. Applicants will be evaluated on an individual basis.
8:00 – 15:00
Yes
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Highly diverse
Common: Approximately 80% of AIS Egypt’s students are Egyptian,15% being from North America and the remaining 5% from over 36 countries.
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