Maadi British International School
International School in Cairo
Quick answer
Maadi British International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 57 nationalities. At $7,383–$16,994/year, it sits above the Cairo average, reflecting its premium positioning. The student body draws from 57 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Maadi British International School.
- Tuition: $7,383–$16,994/yr published in GBP, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 22 Cairo international school · 330 students total.
- 57 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 16 school day starts at 8:20.
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About Maadi British International School
Maadi British International School is a well-established and highly respected school in Cairo, offering first-class education to expatriate children. The highly experienced British staff and small class sizes ensure individual attention, excellence in teaching and enjoyment of learning. MBIS' children also benefit from specialist teachers in Computing, music, second languages, drama and PE. MBIS combines high standards with a rich and broad range of learning experiences based on the English National Curriculum.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $7,383 – $16,994 |
| Annual tuition (GBP) | E 369141-E 849685 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $12,989(+7%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $14,489 |
| Cost position in Cairo | 91th percentile(premium tier) |
British
French, Spanish, Arabic
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MBIS is a non-selective school, which caters for a wide variety of learning needs through quality first teaching and effective differentiation. MBIS' Learning Support Department is equipped to cater for a limited number of children with mild learning difficulties. MBIS is, however, a mainstream school and therefore not equipped to deal with more challenging learning difficulties.
English as an Additional Language
8:20 – 14:30
Yes
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