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Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Arabic, French, German
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Dover American International School in Cairo offers an American college-preparatory education for ages 3 to 18. The curriculum blends Common Core English and Mathematics with NGSS science expectations, Virginia standards for English language arts, and Egypt's Arabic studies guidelines, delivered through project-based, inquiry-led learning. A flexible pathway supports Kindergarten through Grade 12 and leads toward entry to universities in Egypt and abroad. English instruction aligns with CCSS, and French and German are taught to a level aligned with Virginia Standards and the CEFR. The campus spans 15,000 square meters in El-Sherouk City, with dedicated facilities for Kindergarten through High School, a library, three science labs, three computer labs, two art workshops, and two theaters with 100 seats. Outdoor spaces include two football fields, a handball court, and a tennis and basketball area. Signature extras include ABRSM music curriculum and Model United Nations and Student Council programs. for curious learners everywhere.
Dover American International School has instruction in English.
Location
The school is located in Cairo, Egypt, in El-Shorouk City (Zone 9) on Hamza Ibn Abdel-Motaleb Street. The address is Street (Hamza Ibn Abdel-Motaleb) Zone 9, El-Shorouk City, Cairo, Egypt. It is accessible via local roads in the Cairo area.
Stages
Early Years (KG-2); Elementary School (3-5); Middle School (6-8); High School (9-12)
Type
Private international day school
Additional learning support
The school provides Special Education through the Dover Student Development Center (DSDC), offering speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, psychology and behavior programming, with an inclusive classroom model and support from specially trained staff.
Religious affiliation
Islam
School day structure
The school day runs Sunday through Thursday from 7:30am to 2:30pm.
Fees
Annual tuition at Dover American International School ranges from EGP 104,615 for 2026/27.
Assessment & Application Fees
- Assessment (application) fee: EGP 2,000 (non‑refundable), payable prior to the scheduled interview.
- One‑time non‑refundable pre‑enrolment installment to secure a place: EGP 10,000 for the first child and EGP 5,000 for the second child, payable within 7 working days of an offer.
Annual tuition (per year group) — published schedule (academic year 2025/26)
- Kindergarten I (KG1 / FS2): EGP 104,615 per year. Per term (if paid in four instalments): EGP 26,154.
- Kindergarten II (KG2): EGP 104,615 per year. Per term: EGP 26,154.
- Grade 1: EGP 114,795 per year. Per term: EGP 28,699.
- Grade 2: EGP 114,795 per year. Per term: EGP 28,699.
- Grade 3: EGP 114,795 per year. Per term: EGP 28,699.
- Grade 4: EGP 122,066 per year. Per term: EGP 30,517.
- Grade 5: EGP 122,066 per year. Per term: EGP 30,517.
- Grade 6: EGP 129,337 per year. Per term: EGP 32,334.
- Grade 7: EGP 129,337 per year. Per term: EGP 32,334.
- Grade 8: EGP 129,337 per year. Per term: EGP 32,334.
- Grade 9: EGP 130,791 per year. Per term: EGP 32,698.
- Grade 10: EGP 130,791 per year. Per term: EGP 32,698.
- Grade 11: EGP 139,516 per year. Per term: EGP 34,879.
- Grade 12: EGP 143,970 per year. Per term: EGP 35,993.
Fee components and other mandatory charges
- Activity fee (termly/annual component shown in published schedule): EGP 7,000 (included in the total annual fees shown in the published schedule). Learning‑resources / course materials charge shown as EGP 6,000 (included in the totals). These amounts are applied as part of the yearly fee structure for each grade in the published schedule. Per‑term calculations above divide the published annual totals by four (the school's standard number of instalments).
- Supply and uniform requirements: the school provides a detailed supply list for each division (Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School) that lists required stationery, textbooks/supplies and clothing items to be provided by parents. Specific uniform prices are not listed on the supply documents. Parents must purchase the listed supplies and required clothing items before the start of the year.
- Transportation (school bus): published local listings show typical annual bus fees of EGP 7,500 for Sherouk City / Madenaty routes and higher amounts for other areas (e.g., EGP 8,500 for more distant routes). The school maintains a separate bus account for transport payments. Confirm route and exact price with the school's admissions/transport office when enrolling.
Billing schedule, payment terms and discounts
- Standard payment schedule: tuition may be paid in four instalments (termly). The per‑term figures above assume four instalments. The school notes the option to pay the full annual tuition in one single payment. Parents who pay the full annual tuition in one instalment receive a 7% deduction on the total fees if that payment is made by 31 May 2026 (deadline stated for the one‑payment discount).
- Accepted payment channels and banking details: fees are paid at Commercial International Bank (CIB) branches; no cash or checks are accepted at the school. The school publishes a school account number and a separate bus account number for transport payments. Use the school's published accounts when making bank payments.
- Sibling reductions: a sibling discount policy exists; parents should contact the Accounting department for the exact sibling discount schedule and application. The school provides an Accounting contact for fee enquiries.
Refunds and cancellation of enrolment
- Pre‑enrolment refund rule for withdrawals before the academic year: written notification to the school received before July 1, 2026, makes the family eligible for a refund of the full pre‑enrolment fees paid minus a 20% administrative charge. There is no refund of pre‑enrolment fees after July 1, 2026. The assessment fee is non‑refundable. The school's one‑time pre‑enrolment instalment is described as non‑refundable except where the school's published refund condition (notice before July 1) is met as stated above.
Boarding
- Boarding is not provided; the campus description and facilities reference classrooms, sports facilities and day‑school services only. All students must live with parents or an authorized guardian as part of admission requirements.
Contacts for fee queries and payments
- Accounting / fee enquiries: accounting@daisegy.com; phone for Accounting as listed by the school. Use the school's admissions or accounting contacts to confirm route‑specific transport prices, sibling discounts, and to obtain the exact bank reference needed for CIB transfers.
Notes on payment calculations used above
- Annual totals were taken from the school fee schedule published for the 2025/26 academic year and broken down into per‑term figures by dividing the published annual totals by four (the school's standard number of instalments). The school's policies on instalments, one‑time pre‑enrolment payments, payment channels, and refund deadlines are taken from the school's published fee and admissions information.
Academics
Dover American International School teaches American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers an American and international college-preparatory curriculum. The curriculum is developed through collaborative planning and is based on the Common Core State Standards in English and Math, NGSS for Science, Virginia State Standards, and the Egyptian Ministry of Education curricula for Arabic Studies. Curriculum maps are developed with corresponding unit plans, and project-based and cooperative learning permit students to investigate topics in depth. English Language Arts in the middle and high school is aligned with the Common Core State Standards; French and German language courses are taught based on Virginia Standards aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The school serves Kindergarten through Grade 12. The program aims to prepare students for entry into highly competitive universities in Egypt and abroad.
Higher Education Progression
The program aims to prepare students for entry into highly competitive universities in Egypt and abroad.
Wellbeing
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
DSDC provides services for a broad range of learning needs, including autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, specific learning disabilities, Down syndrome and Asperger syndrome. Support is offered in the classroom or a specialized resource area, with most students aided by a trained support teacher; a DSDC Advisory Committee inputs into services. Therapists in speech and language, occupational therapy, psychology and behavior programming are employed, and therapy is an integral part of the school day for Center students.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All students whose mother tongue is not English may be evaluated by Admissions staff to ensure successful integration into the standard classroom; literacy is a focus in Early Years for English language learners.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing support is provided through the DSDC with therapists in speech and language, occupational therapy, psychology and behavior programming; therapy is integrated into the school day.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding and safety are priorities, reflected in accreditation that emphasizes safety standards; the school follows Ministry of Health health guidelines and communications stress safeguarding of all members of the school community.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Book an assessment appointment through the site and fill in your details. An approval email is sent once your information has been reviewed. Admission is considered on an individual basis and finalization requires completion of all relevant paperwork, evaluation of previous school records, an admissions examination, and possibly a personal interview with the Director.
Step 2: After approval, pay the application/assessment fee 3–7 days before the appointment to confirm attendance. The assessment fee is non-refundable. There is a stated assessment fee (2,000 LE) payable prior to the scheduled interview.
Step 3: On the assessment appointment day, the process lasts 3–4 hours and includes a student placement examination, a medical assessment by the school doctor, and a student/parent interview. The required documents depend on whether the applicant is Egyptian or non-Egyptian and are listed below.
Egyptian Applicants (Transfers within Egypt): - 6 recent passport-sized (4×6) color photographs - Copy of electronic birth certificate - Copy of vaccination record - Copy of both parents' national IDs - Copy of student's passport (If available) - Copy of end-of-year reports for the previous two years (including most recent report) stamped from the previous school - Sequence of previous academic years and transfer request stamped by the Ministry of Education - (Grade 9 only) any transfers from national schools require a stamped report card by the Ministry of Education - From Grade 9, GPA, credit hours and grading key stamped by Cognia or a comparable accrediting agency - Confidential (sealed) Behavior Report from the most recent school
Non-Egyptian Applicants (Transfers from Abroad): - 6 recent passport-sized (4×6) color photographs - Copy of birth certificate - Copy of student's passport - Egyptians – copy of both parents' national IDs - Non-Egyptians – copy of both parents' passports - Copy of vaccination record - Copy of end-of-year reports for the previous two years (including most recent report) stamped by the country's MOE and the Egyptian MOFA - Sequence of previous academic years and transfer request stamped by the MOE - Confidential (sealed) Behavior Report or School recommendation letter - From Grade 9, GPA, credit hours and grading key stamped by Cognia or an equivalent accrediting agency
Step 4: You will be notified of acceptance within one week. Admittance is finalized upon payment of the registration fees.
FAQs
What curriculum does Dover American International School follow?
The school offers an American college-preparatory curriculum based on Common Core Standards for English and Maths, NGSS for Science, and Virginia State Standards. Project-based and inquiry-led learning approaches are central to the programme.
Does the school provide special education support?
Yes, the Dover Student Development Center (DSDC) provides speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, psychology and behaviour programming. The school supports conditions including autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and specific learning disabilities.
What are the tuition fees?
Tuition is EGP 104,615 per year across year groups. An assessment fee of EGP 2,000 is required before the interview, and a non-refundable pre-enrolment deposit of EGP 10,000 secures a place.
What are the school hours?
The school day runs Sunday through Thursday from 7:30am to 2:30pm.
What facilities does the school have?
The 15,000 sqm campus includes 42 classrooms, two art workshops, three science labs, three computer labs, two cafeterias, basketball courts, handball court, football fields, tennis courts and a dance studio.
What languages are taught?
English, French, and German are all taught. English is the primary language of instruction, with French and German introduced from Kindergarten. Arabic is part of the curriculum as required by Egyptian guidelines.
Where is the school located?
The school is located in El-Shorouk City (Zone 9) on Hamza Ibn Abdel-Motaleb Street in Cairo, Egypt.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Extracurricular activities include sports, Student Council, peer tutoring, Model United Nations (MUN), arts, music through the Royal Academy ABRSM curriculum, and creative events.
When was the school founded?
Dover International School was inaugurated in 2010 and provides an American and international preparatory education for students from the Middle East and Greater Cairo.
Is there a parent advisory group?
Yes, the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meets monthly with the school administration to provide focused feedback on policies and procedures supporting school operations.
What is the admissions process?
Parents book an assessment appointment, submit details for review, and receive an approval email. Admission considers individual circumstances, previous school records, and entrance assessments including interviews and testing.
Does the school have a religious affiliation?
The school has an Islamic affiliation. The curriculum includes Egyptian Ministry of Education requirements for Arabic studies alongside the American curriculum framework.
