The British School of Egypt
International School in Cairo
Quick answer
The British School of Egypt follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, as a large campus with 1,600 students. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Avg class size: 21 (max 24) Cairo international school · 1,600 students total.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: COBIS verified.
1,600
21 avg / 24 max
Rolling
COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About The British School of Egypt
The British School of Egypt is an exclusive, co-educational, British International School. It aims to foster personal, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual and physical abilities of pupils who will mature as well-rounded, successful, eloquent adults.
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.
- Educational psychologist available
Not published
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
Arabic, French
unknown
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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