NIS Schools
International School in Cairo
Quick answer
NIS Schools offers a multi-track IB and British and American and French programme, as a large campus with 13,000 students. Graduates leave with IGCSE and IB Diploma and ACT.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British, American, French leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma and ACT.
- Tuition Fee not verified — check the school's published schedule
- Avg class size: 20 (max 30) Cairo international school · 13,000 students total.
- 15 nationalities top: Egyptian.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 7:45AM.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
13,000
15 (Egyptian)
20 avg / 30 max
Rolling
IBO
IGCSE and IB Diploma and ACT
About NIS Schools
To choose NIS is to choose a school that is committed to continual improvement in every aspect of our educational journey. The commitment of NIS to life-long learning for its students is reflected in the dedication of our teachers and staff to grow and learn every day. For NIS, your child's educational journey is our passion.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | Fee not verified — check the school's published schedule |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
IB, British, American, French
IGCSE and IB Diploma and ACT
SAT, ACT, EST, IB Exams, IGCSE Exams, Cambridge Checkpoint Exams (Year 6 and Year 8), Egyptian Ministry Exams (Year 9 and Year 12).
Students are in excellent standing with a large population awarded honors (A, A*). Additionally, our students have been accepted into some of the most prestigious universities worldwide: Harvard, Wharton School of Business, Oxford, Georgetown, and many more.
English, Arabic, French, German
unknown
Our staff is qualified to work with students diagnosed with ADD, ADHD and dyslexia. However, we do not have a special needs department.
Language Support is provided by NIS educators, however a basic standard of English proficiency is required at the time of application.
7:45AM – 14:30PM
Yes
All our food is halal, vegan choices are available.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
School Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Egyptian
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