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Global Paradigm Schools

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees EGP 100,000 - 160,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 100
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, Arabic
Typical class size 16
Strengths STEM, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

GPIS is a private international co-educational day school in Egypt serving ages 2–18 (Pre-K to Grade 12). It offers an American Curriculum for Pre-K–12 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. GPBS provides two sections: an IB Section (PYP/MYP/DP) fully authorized, and a British Section accredited by CAIE, Pearson Edexcel, and Oxford AQA. The High School emphasizes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, with broad electives and a focus on reading proficiency. The Elementary program follows the American Program with Common Core Standards for Language Arts and Mathematics, includes core subjects plus Arabic and Religion, and uses project-based learning, with Music, Art, Information Technology and Physical Education. Established in 2010 by El Rabwa Group as its flagship, GPIS sits on the largest school complex in Egypt, featuring high-tech classrooms, libraries, science labs, computer labs, a VR-powered STEM room and extensive sports facilities.

The Essentials

Global Paradigm Schools has 100 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location

Address: ASR2 Mostakbal City, New Cairo, Cairo, 11477. The campus is located in the Mostakbal City area of New Cairo. The school offers programs from Pre-K through Grade 12.

Stages

Early Years / Elementary; Middle School; High School. Pre-K through Grade 12.

Type

private international co-educational day school offering Pre-K to Grade 12.

Country affiliation

Egypt

Fees

Annual tuition at Global Paradigm Schools ranges from EGP 100,000 to EGP 160,000 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees
- Application / assessment fee: EGP 6,000 (one-time).
- A non‑refundable down payment (seat deposit) is required within one week of acceptance; this down payment confirms the student's place.

Annual tuition fees by year group (published schedule)
- KG1 / FS2: EGP 100,000 per year.
- KG2 / Y1: EGP 100,000 per year.
- Grade 1 / Y2: EGP 110,000 per year.
- Grade 2 / Y3: EGP 114,000 per year.
- Grade 3 / Y4: EGP 114,000 per year.
- Grade 4 / Y5: EGP 130,000 per year.
- Grade 5 / Y6: EGP 130,000 per year.
- Grade 6 / Y7: EGP 140,000 per year.
- Grade 7 / Y8: EGP 140,000 per year.
- Grade 8 / Y9: EGP 140,000 per year.
- Grade 9 / Y10: EGP 150,000 per year.
- Grade 10 / Y11: EGP 160,000 per year.
- Grade 11 / Y12: EGP 160,000 per year.
- Grade 12 / Y13: EGP 160,000 per year.

Per‑term breakdown and billing schedule
- The school publishes annual tuition amounts. A non‑refundable down payment is required within one week of acceptance; the school's admissions process states this explicitly. Specific published term/ installment dates and the exact instalment percentages are not available in the publicly posted admissions information.

Boarding and accommodation
- Global Paradigm International School is operated as a co‑educational day school; no boarding fees are published because the school is a day school.

Other regularly billed items and additional costs
- School bus (transport) fee: EGP 45,000 per year (published as a separate charge).
- Textbooks: published fee listings indicate that annual tuition figures include school books.
- Sibling discount: 5% sibling discount is published for families with more than one child.
- Typical additional costs parents should expect (not individually priced in public listings): school uniform, optional extracurricular activity fees, school trips, external examination fees (IB / College Board where applicable), lunch/cafeteria, and any specific course‑related materials or technology device charges. Specific amounts for these items are not published in the school's publicly listed fee summaries.

Refunds and cancellations
- The admissions information specifically states that the down payment required after acceptance is non‑refundable. No full, itemized public refund policy for tuition instalments, bus fees, or other charges is published in the publicly available admissions or fee summaries.

Payment methods and administration
- The school uses standard admissions and parent portals (links to application and LMS systems appear on admissions pages), and a non‑refundable down payment is required to secure a place; however, detailed published information about accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, local cheque, or other channels) and any transaction fees or banking details are not provided in the publicly posted fee material.

Brief note on available public details
- Annual tuition by grade, the application fee amount, the published school‑bus charge, the non‑refundable down payment requirement, and the school's status as a day school are published items. Specific term instalment dates, comprehensive refund rules for tuition instalments, and a detailed, published list of accepted payment channels are not included in the school's publicly posted admissions and fee summaries.
Academics

Global Paradigm Schools teaches American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum

American Curriculum for Pre-K through Grade 12, with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. The High School curriculum emphasizes core subjects—Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies—with a broad range of electives. It prioritizes reading proficiency as a foundational skill. The Elementary program follows the American Program with the Common Core Standards for Language Arts and Mathematics, and core subjects Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, alongside Arabic and Religion. Integrated learning and project-based activities connect concepts across subjects, complemented by Music, Art, Information Technology and Physical Education.

Student Teacher Ratio

16:1 student-teacher ratio; average class size 20.

Higher Education Progression

Career Advising assists students with university applications and course selection to meet university requirements, and introduces universities through fairs and visits.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

GPIS provides counseling to support the personal, social and academic success of students. The counseling program emphasizes social and emotional wellbeing and is a PK-12 program. The counselor advocates for all students to receive social and emotional support to recognize and unlock their potential and to develop caring, open-minded, respectful, and responsible individuals. Counseling covers issues such as self-esteem, relationship difficulties, emotional issues, mood disturbances, bullying, and planning. Counseling is voluntary with parental consent for regular or severe cases; sessions last up to fifty minutes and occur during school hours without interfering with academics; confidentiality is maintained according to the American Counseling Association code of ethics, with disclosure only in cases of serious harm. The program aligns with GPIS's mission to foster a caring, respectful, and supportive learning community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

GPIS currently accommodates students with minor special needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches in English. English proficiency is required by KG2, with the level of proficiency varying by grade.

Mental Wellbeing

Health & Wellbeing focuses on boosting self-esteem and mental health, including guidance for parents on fostering positive self-image and emotional wellbeing. It addresses healthy lifestyle choices and parenting practices that support wellbeing, including discipline strategies and family routines. Dental health is discussed as part of overall wellbeing.

Safeguarding

Counselors follow the American Counseling Association code of ethics; all counseling is confidential, with disclosures to the VP and parents/guardians if the student presents serious harm to themselves or others or if there is evidence of harm by others. Parental consent is required for regular counseling, and counseling is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or medication.

Admissions

Admissions

1. Global Paradigm International School is a private international school offering an American curriculum for Pre-K through Grade 12. The admissions process targets highly motivated students with diverse backgrounds, talents, and skills. Prospective students should demonstrate high intellectual ability, intellectual curiosity, self-motivation to pursue scientific research, a willingness to be challenged with an extensive curriculum including core subjects, arts, music, and athletics, and the highest integrity. They should aspire to be citizens and leaders of the 21st century.

2. Applications are accepted by the Admissions office throughout the year, including transfer of students from abroad. The admissions process for each new academic year is reviewed by November 1.

3. To proceed, the online application form must be filled. Once received, the school will contact parents to schedule an appointment with the Director of Admissions. Please click on the Application Form link and complete all fields.

4. Once the application is received, a date for assessment and interview will be scheduled. Parents are notified within 48 hours with their child's assessment results. A non-refundable down payment should be submitted within a week of acceptance.

5. Required documents include: two recent passport photos; original birth certificate (Egyptian applicants); a copy of passport (Non-Egyptian applicants); photocopy of both parents' IDs; two previous report cards and a behavioral record from the current school for applicants in grades 1–12; official transcript of high school courses and credits for applicants in grades 9–12. In order to complete enrollment procedures, all the official documents required by the Egyptian Ministry of Education must be submitted to the students' affairs office before the beginning of October. It is the parents' full responsibility to comply with submitting the official documents. The school is not held responsible for the consequences of any delay or errors concerning this procedure.

6. We look forward to welcoming your child to Global Paradigm International School. For any further inquiries, please contact the admissions office during school hours from 8 am to 4 pm.

7. Age requirements and exemption processes are described in the dedicated sections (Age Requirements; Exemption Process) on the Admissions page, and information for foreign students and internal transfers is also provided in those sections.

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