New Horizon International School is a British Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE / Pearson Edexcel IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels school in Cairo, Egypt. Founded in 1993. Annual tuition ranges from $1,352 to $1,872 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Jubilee Scholarship awarded yearly by the British Council to students in recognition of academic achievement and personal contribution to school and community; winners attend summer school in the United Kingdom.
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About
New Horizon International School is an English-medium day school in Maadi, Cairo, Egypt, serving students aged 4 to 18 since 1993. The school offers the British curriculum alongside the Egyptian National Curriculum, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel qualifications. It holds Cambridge Beacon School Award status and is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations and Edexcel under the supervision of the British Council in Cairo.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Cambridge Beacon School Award status; Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award winners including Top in the World and Top in Egypt; HAMSA Peace Programme and Heart to Heart international youth engagement; Self-Awareness Programme since 2007; specialist Arts and Music programmes; British Council partnership including Jubilee Scholarship and supervised examinations.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| KG1 | EGP 1,352~$ 44 |
| KG2 | EGP 1,352~$ 44 |
| Pre-KG | EGP 1,248~$ 40 |
| Grades 1-12 | EGP 1,872~$ 61 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: EGP 65,000 - 90,000. Application fee: $31.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit application form with child's photo to the School Front Office. 2) Provide supporting documents: 4 passport photos, copy of both parents' ID, original grades report, conduct report, vaccination certificate, electronic birth certificate, and completed medical/transportation/agreement forms. 3) Admissions office arranges a student assessment once documents are received and space is available. Senior School students must meet with the Head of the IGCSE department before assessment. Entrance tests in English and Mathematics required for IGCSE transfer students. 4) Assessment results disclosed within one week. 5) Parent meeting arranged upon successful assessment outcome.
Student Life
Uniform is required and billed separately from tuition; specific details not provided.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The Self-Awareness Programme (launched 2007) covers self-discipline, yoga, non-violence, hygiene, nutrition, and relaxation. The HAMSA Peace Programme fosters peace education and non-violent communication. Extracurriculars include mindfulness, yoga, dance, drama, and arts and crafts to support holistic development.
Student Demographics
School Background
Licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Education; regular member of the European Council of International Schools.
Cambridge Beacon School AwardCambridge Outstanding Learner Award – Top in the WorldCambridge Outstanding Learner Award – Top in Egypt