The Royal British International School

Located in the centre of New Cairo's Residential Area. The campus is in New Cairo City, Cairo, Egypt, within a central residential district. Visitors can find directions via the Find us on Maps link.

EYFS, Primary, and Secondary

British international school delivering the British National Curriculum

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy is in place.

British

EYFS & Primary Curriculum: Our youngest learners follow the Early Years Foundation Stage with strong emphasis on play, early childhood development and interpersonal skills. They progress to KS1 and KS2, where the National Curriculum of England underpins learning, with adjustments made to fit our local context and international culture. Secondary Curriculum: In Key Stage Three we implement the British National Curriculum, with English, Mathematics, Science, Art and Design, French or German, Humanities (including Global Perspectives), Music, Physical Education and Computing. Egyptian students study the Egyptian Ministry of Education Curriculum in Arabic, Religion and Social Studies; other students study Arabic as a foreign language. From Year 10, five IGCSE subjects are chosen, followed by up to two AS levels in Year 11 and potential A levels in Year 12 (Year 13 optional). Assessment in secondary includes Cognitive Ability Tests in Years 7 and 10, formal internal examinations at the end of each term, Year 9 sit the Pearson iLower Secondary Examinations in May, and IGCSEs at the end of Years 10 and 11 with AS/A levels in Years 11 and 12.

IGCSE Top in the World (November 2025); iLower Pearson Top Achiever (November 2025).

Graduates destinations include Sunderland University; University of the West of England (UWE Bristol); American University in Cairo; German University of Cairo; University of Liverpool; University of Hertfordshire; Coventry University; European Universities in Egypt; EU Business School in Barcelona; Gisma University of Applied Sciences, among others.

Academy Pathways: The Artist Within and The Athlete Within for Years 3–12, offering specialized elective experiences with a dedicated weekly time slot to nurture talents. Pathways are supported by highly trained coaches and mentors and include Golf, Squash, Padel, Football, Basketball, Ballet, Art, Music and MUN.

The school nurtures each pupil's intellectual, personal, and emotional growth within a caring, safe, engaging and inclusive community. The vision is for students to flourish as confident, compassionate, and globally minded individuals who positively shape their communities. The Royal Pillars include Enrichment, Empowerment, Esteem, Excellence and Empathy, guiding everyday learning. The Royal Campus supports social, emotional and physical development as part of a holistic education. The school prioritises student safety and addresses individual needs in a conducive setting that promotes creative exploration and free expression. A culture of collaborative and continuous learning runs through all school activities.

The school has a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy. The school addresses individual student needs in a conducive setting, promoting creative exploration, free expression, and ongoing learning. A School Counselor leads pupil welfare and provides targeted support. The British National Curriculum with local adjustments underpins learning across the school. From Year Four onwards Egyptian Arabic, Religion and Social Studies are studied as part of the Egyptian Ministry of Education curriculum, while other students study Arabic as a foreign language. The SEN Policy supports inclusive education.

The curriculum is based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with adjustments for local context and international culture. In Key Stage Three, subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Art and Design, French or German, Humanities (including Global Perspectives), Music, Physical Education and Computing; Egyptian students also study the Egyptian Ministry of Education Curriculum in Arabic, Religion and Social Studies, while others will study Arabic as a foreign language. Key Stages Four and Five involve five IGCSE subjects with options for AS and A levels, and Egyptian students continue with the Egyptian Curriculum. Beyond The Classroom, languages such as Spanish and Chinese Language & Culture are offered.

Mental and emotional wellbeing are central to the school's approach to education, aligned with the mission to nurture intellectual, personal, and emotional growth within a safe and inclusive community. A School Counselor leads pupil welfare and provides ongoing support. The Royal Campus is designed to foster social, emotional and physical development as part of a holistic experience. Wellbeing is supported by a Wellbeing Policy among the key policies. Safeguarding and welfare are prioritized to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students.

Safeguarding is a high priority; The Royal British International School is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all members of our community. The safeguarding structure includes designated safeguarding leads across the leadership team. Policies published include the Safeguarding Policy, Whistleblowing Policy, and Safeguarding Visitors' Brochure. These policies reflect Article 3.1 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and align with the British Government guidelines Keeping Children Safe In Education (KCSIE 2025). Designated safeguarding leads include the Whole School Principal, Primary Principal, EYFS Coordinator, and other senior staff.

1. Visit for a campus tour and meet Admissions staff. Appointments are by Hotline 15065 or mobile numbers +20 1030303087, +20 1030303089, +20 1030666033. Admission is based on academic achievement, not age, with priority to siblings and to those from aligned schools. Admissions consider academic aptitude, space, and application date; other factors vary by case.
2. Submit the enrollment application and required documents on campus. Applications are accepted throughout the year subject to space. For Years 1–2, the Lower Primary Principal evaluates Foundation Stage and Year 1–2; Years 3–12 take CAT4 online in Literacy and Numeracy.
3. Submit required documents on the day of the assessment; remaining documents follow acceptance. Documents include Original Birth Certificate – computer generated (Egyptian Students); Photocopy of Passport (Non-Egyptian Students); Photocopy of the Father's ID; Photocopy of the Mother's ID; 6 Recent Personal Size Photographs; Applicant's Behavioural Reference Letter; Original Academic Records/Reports; Stamped attendance statement from previous schools starting from Year/Grade One. Additional copies may be requested.
4. Within Egypt transfers require a sequential MoE promotion certificate and a stamped School Transfer Certificate; Electronic Transfer from the previous school; MoE admissions letter for foreign students.
5. Transferring from abroad requires attendance statement; previous reports stamped by MoE and MoFA; MoE admissions letter for Egyptians and foreign students.
6. Tuition refunds: 10% deduction if requested before the year starts; no refunds after Term 2. Refunds are processed after a written request. If the school cancels a term, a full refund is issued; if the student cancels, no refund. A non-refundable Registration Fee applies; the first instalment is required in May to secure a place.
7. Apply Now: The online admissions form starts with Student Information and runs in four steps. The form is available on the admissions page. JavaScript must be enabled to complete the form.