The International School of Choueifat - Cairo

Katameya, New Maadi, Cairo, Egypt. ISC-Cairo is located in the Katameya area of New Maadi. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities including sports fields and a running track, a semi-Olympic-sized swimming pool, a large sports hall, outdoor basketball and tennis courts, and a theatre. Kindergartners have their own independent building with an indoor heated swimming pool, a large playground, and a car track.

Kindergarten, Lower School, Middle School, High School

International SABIS Network school

Learning support is provided through teacher-led study groups, peer tutoring, power study sessions, academic competitions, and on-demand tutoring videos; the SABIS Student Life Organization also supports learning with a dedicated Academic Department. Advisory classes begin in Grade 7, covering health and wellbeing, organizational skills, problem-solving, time management, and exam preparation techniques; as students progress, topics expand to health IT safety, cultural understanding, interview skills, and career and university counseling.

Egypt

ISC-Cairo uses the SABIS Educational System with an international curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12. The curriculum covers English, Arabic, and a third world language of the student's choice. English and mathematics receive strong emphasis, with the sciences emphasized in secondary years as students prepare for external exams such as IGCSE and AP. Social studies, music, fine arts, physical education, psychology, business and economics, computer studies, and other subjects are integrated into the program. The school uses frequent assessments and provides a 360° view of progress to keep students, teachers, and parents informed, while the SABIS Student Life Organization promotes leadership and life skills through a broad range of activities.

Graduates have gained acceptances to universities in Egypt, Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Egyptian universities include Ain Shams University, American University in Cairo, Cairo University, British University in Egypt, German University in Cairo, Future University in Egypt, October 6 University, and Misr University for Science and Technology. International options include University of Toronto, McGill University, Dalhousie University, Carleton University, Concordia University, University of Ottawa, University of British Columbia, University of Waterloo, Queen's University, and University College London. Other placements include University of Geneva, University of Amsterdam, Kings College London, and New York University.

The SABIS® Student Life Organization (SLO) is the heart of the school and a pillar of the SABIS® Educational System. It is a student-led mini-society that empowers students to participate in the day-to-day experiences at ISC-Cairo and offers academic, social, and emotional benefits for everyone involved. SLO comprises nine departments that provide a wide range of activities and experiences. The program fosters an international mindset that promotes empathy for others, the acceptance of diversity, and a responsibility for caring for the wider community. Advisory and wellbeing initiatives support students' social-emotional development and leadership, helping prepare them for university and life beyond school.

Learning support is an essential part of the SABIS® Educational System implemented at ISC-Cairo. Every student's progress is monitored, and when learning gaps form, students, working with their teachers and school administrators, can focus their efforts on filling the gaps through additional support channels at the school. The support is offered through teacher-led study groups and the assignment of prefects and group leaders to help students stay responsible, attentive, and confident. The Academic Department of the SABIS® Student Life Organization (SLO) provides peer tutoring, power study sessions, academic competitions, and on-demand tutoring videos. Health & Wellness features two medical doctors on site who promote health and safety and manage the long-term care of students with special healthcare needs and health concerns.

Advisory Classes provide a weekly space to discuss topics of importance to students' lives in a safe environment. In the early years, topics include peer pressure, organizational skills, personal hygiene, health and exercise, conflict resolution, problem-solving, time management, and exam preparation techniques. As students progress, Advising Classes cover health and wellbeing, IT safety, cultural understanding, interview skills, and career and university counseling. ISC-Cairo has two medical doctors on site to promote health and safety and to respond to health-related questions and concerns. The overall focus on health and wellbeing, plus advisory support and SLO activities, supports students' mental wellbeing.

ISC-Cairo provides a health and wellness program with two on-site medical doctors to care for injuries, illnesses, and long-term healthcare needs. Advisory Classes address health and wellbeing and IT safety, offering safe spaces to discuss personal safety and wellbeing. The school emphasizes high levels of personal care and attention to each student. The SABIS® Student Life Organization offers activities that contribute to safety, social development, and responsible citizenship. Ongoing monitoring of student progress and individualized support within the SABIS® system helps safeguard students' wellbeing.

1. School Tour: Families are encouraged to visit ISC-Cairo for a campus tour and to talk with admission staff. Appointments can be made by contacting the school administration. There is no application deadline, but the admission process should be started early because space is allocated based on availability throughout the year. There is no joining fee on the first occasion of going through the admission process. 2. Application and Required Documents: Along with the student application form, the school requires certain documents. A list of required documents is provided on the admissions pages. Applications are reviewed after submission of the documents. The documents essential to complete registration should be presented to move forward with the admission. 3. Admissions Decisions: Admissions decisions follow careful evaluation of candidates. Results of diagnostic testing and previous school records are considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the school's ability to accommodate the candidate. 4. Registration: Once accepted and the required fees are paid, a place for the student is reserved. A final admission decision is contingent on the submission of the above documents. Enrollment steps are completed according to ISC-Cairo's guidance.