Kent College West Cairo is a British Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels / IB Diploma school in Cairo, Egypt. Annual tuition ranges from $5,600 to $8,100 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Three scholarship categories: (1) Academic Scholarship (Years 3–8) — 50% fee reduction for exemplary academic performance in English, Maths, and Science, assessed via written test and panel interview. (2) Senior Academic Scholarship (Years 9–10) — 75% for outstanding grades and demonstrated leadership; 50% for high-achieving students with strong academic records, assessed via scholarship examination and panel interview including a personal statement. (3) Sports Scholarship (FS2–Year 10) — 15% for FS2–Year 2 students showing sports excellence; 25% for national-level medal holders; 50% for international-level medal holders in Years 3–10, assessed via interview with the Head of Sports.
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About
Kent College West Cairo is a British international school located in O West Compound, 6th of October City, Cairo, educating students aged 3 to 18 through the English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, and the IB Diploma Programme. An extension of the 135-year-old Kent College Canterbury, the campus features 70 classrooms, science labs, libraries, performing arts spaces, and a robotics lab, with a strong emphasis on STEAM, AI integration, multilingual education, and pastoral care. The school operates a traditional British house system and offers a Scholarship Programme across academic and sports categories.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Extension of Kent College Canterbury drawing on 135 years of British educational heritage; purpose-built campus in O West Compound with 70 classrooms, labs, libraries, and performing arts spaces for up to 1,500 students; STEAM curriculum integrating AI, robotics and AR/AI projects in the Senior School; partnership with O West Sports Club for sports amenities; offers both Cambridge A Levels and IB Diploma in Sixth Form; strong emphasis on pastoral care, Model UN, multilingual education, and community values through a traditional British house system.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1-6 | EGP 7,560~$ 245 |
| Year 7-9 | EGP 8,100~$ 262 |
| Foundation Stage (FS1-FS2) | EGP 5,600~$ 181 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: EGP 280,000 - 378,000. Application fee: $900.
Admissions Process
- 1Complete and submit the online application via the school's website (parents may also initiate via phone). Step 2: The admissions office contacts the family within 24 hours to provide information and schedule an assessment and parents meeting. Step 3: Assessment Day — required documents include the pupil's latest academic reports, 2 original birth certificates, 8 passport-size photos, copies of the child's and parents' IDs and passports, any applicable medical reports, and vaccination records for Early Years applicants. Parents complete the application form, consents, and sign the payment policy during their visit.
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Boarding Life
Co-educational boarding is listed as an available option; no detailed accommodation type, room configuration, or supervision arrangements are published on the profile.
Co-educational boarding is listed as available alongside day school provision; no detailed room types, supervision structure, or gender separation arrangements are published on the profile.
Student Life
Traditional British house system with two houses: Chaucer (red) and Marlowe (blue). Every student is assigned to a house; the system includes house points, a weekly cup, inter-house competitions in sport, academics and the arts, and prefect and house captain roles.
A school uniform is required for all students at school and at school-organised events. The school publishes the KC Uniform Guideline 2025–2026 which sets out required items by stage; uniform items and replacement costs are charged separately.
School catering is provided by Lozan; meals are described as nutritious and prepared with care for Kent College pupils.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Pastoral care focuses on the holistic well-being of students, fostering a sense of belonging and security within the school community. The support network includes form tutors and pastoral leaders who monitor welfare and provide ongoing guidance. A School Counsellor and Head of Inclusion Department are in place, and the house system reinforces belonging, support, and pride.
A dedicated safeguarding team actively supports students across the school. Policies are in place to ensure safety, health, and appropriate behaviour management. Safeguarding and the welfare of children are described as central to the school's ethos.
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School Background
Managed and operated by its founding school, Kent College Canterbury in the United Kingdom. It is a sister institution to Kent College Canterbury and undergoes regular inspections by Kent College Canterbury. Part of the wider Kent College family which includes a campus in Dubai.