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Westcliff International School

Egypt, Cairo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Arabic, English, French
Fees EGP 160,000 - 195,634
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, French Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English, French, German
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Westcliff International School is an international day school in Giza, Egypt, serving students aged 3 to 18. It offers two parallel, language-rich curricula: an American program culminating in a High School Diploma and an English-speaking British program following Key Stages, with the International GCSE path from Year 10 and options for A‑levels. The school also provides a DELF-certified French program, developed in partnership with Institut français d'Égypte, with DELF exams at A1, A2, B1 and an optional B2 in upper grades. A distinctive feature is the Trilingual Experience, teaching Arabic, English, and French as first languages with equal timetabled hours. Canadian methodologies influence teaching, emphasising critical thinking and individualized learning, without adopting a Canadian curriculum. Founded by Dr. Omar Nassar, the school promotes a community-centric ethos under the motto An Education for a Lifetime, blending heritage with modern international standards and a commitment to university preparation through ACT/SAT or A‑levels.

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The Essentials

Westcliff International School has instruction in Arabic, English, French.

Location
Sakkara Road, El-Mariouteya, Giza, Egypt 12511

Stages
American Section and British Section. The American Section provides 12 years of primary and secondary education (elementary, middle, high), culminating in an American High School Diploma with optional ACT/SAT testing for university admissions. The British Section follows British Key Stages (KS1–KS4), with Year 11 exit; Year 10 begins International GCSEs with 8 subjects for the certificate, and A-Levels are available after IGCSE; exam sittings typically May/June, October/November, and January.

Type
International day school offering American and British curricula; trilingual education in Arabic, English, and French with equal timetabled hours across languages

Country affiliation
Egypt

Bus service
School bus service with a seat reservation form; contact details provided on site
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Westcliff International School ranges from EGP 160,000 to EGP 195,634 for 2026/27.

Overview (academic year 2025/26)

- The following fee schedule applies to Westcliff International School for the 2025/26 academic year. Annual tuition amounts below cover tuition only unless otherwise stated.

Application and registration

- Application fee (one-time, at application): EGP 2,500.
- Registration fee / enrolment deposit (one-time, at acceptance): EGP 10,000.

Tuition — annual and per-term by year group

Note: annual tuition figures published for 2025/26 are shown first; per-term figures below are shown as the annual amount divided into three equal terms (approximate per-term amount, based on a three-term academic year). Where the school issues term invoices on a different schedule, per-term amounts will differ accordingly.

- Kindergarten (KG)
- Annual tuition: EGP 160,000.
- Approximate per term: EGP 53,333.

- Grade 1–2
- Annual tuition: EGP 165,000.
- Approximate per term: EGP 55,000.

- Grade 3–6
- Annual tuition: EGP 186,000.
- Approximate per term: EGP 62,000.

- Grade 7–9
- Annual tuition: EGP 190,000.
- Approximate per term: EGP 63,333.

- Grade 10
- Annual tuition: EGP 195,000.
- Approximate per term: EGP 65,000.

- Grade 11–12
- Annual tuition: EGP 195,634.
- Approximate per term: EGP 65,211.

Boarding / residential provision

- Westcliff International School does not list any boarding or residential provision; the school operates as a day school with school transport available.

Transport (school bus)

- Annual bus fee (where used): EGP 29,000 (published bus fee for 2025/26). Transport is optional and billed separately from tuition unless otherwise agreed.

Other costs and compulsory extras

- Uniforms and school store items are supplied through the school uniform shop / online store; parents should budget for uniform purchase in addition to tuition and transport. Specific uniform prices are charged via the school store.
- External examination charges (IGCSE, A-level or other external exam fees) and certain activity, trip, or specialised-programme fees may be charged in addition to tuition; these are not included in the published tuition figures.

Discounts and fee reductions

- Early Payment Discount: 5% discount on tuition for families who make full payment before the start of the academic year.
- Siblings Discount: 10% for the first sibling, 7.5% for the second sibling, 5% for the third sibling (applies to tuition).
- Referral (Choose Your Circle): a one-time 1.5% discount for both referrer and referred family, applied as a credit for the following academic year.
- Scholarships and achievement-based discounts (academic and athletic) are available with specified criteria; these reduce tuition when awarded.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school accepts payment by bank deposit/transfer to named accounts (National Bank of Egypt, Commercial International Bank, Ahli United Bank). Account details are provided by the school for fee payment.
- Instalment plans can be arranged through third-party providers (examples cited: Abgad or Contact) allowing payment over 6–12 instalments; instalment plans may include interest or administration fees.
- Applying for financial aid and discounts is time-sensitive; applications for financial aid are recommended before 20 May for consideration.

Refunds and cancellation

- No explicit, comprehensive public refund policy for tuition, registration, application, or transport fees was published on the school's publicly available financial pages for 2025/26. Families should note that one-time fees (application and registration) are commonly non-refundable at many schools; however, no definitive refund terms were found in the published financial pages.

Fee payment methods (formats accepted)

- Bank deposit / bank transfer to the school's nominated accounts (National Bank of Egypt, CIB, Ahli United Bank).
- Instalment payment plans arranged through authorised finance partners (e.g., Abgad, Contact); instalment plans may attract interest or admin charges.
- The school's online/store channels are used for uniform purchases; specific payment methods for card acceptance may be available via those channels or at the finance office.

Summary of key published figures (2025/26)

- Application fee: EGP 2,500.
- Registration fee: EGP 10,000.
- Tuition (annual, by group): KG EGP 160,000; Grade 1–2 EGP 165,000; Grade 3–6 EGP 186,000; Grade 7–9 EGP 190,000; Grade 10 EGP 195,000; Grade 11–12 EGP 195,634. Approximate per-term values are provided above (annual ÷ 3). Bus fee: EGP 29,000.

Note on completeness

- The schedule above is based on published 2025/26 fee figures and the school's financial pages for payment options and discounts. Some typical operational details (exact term billing cycles, a line-by-line published refund policy, per-item uniform prices, and detailed exam fee schedules) were not present on the publicly available financial pages for 2025/26; these items are therefore not included in this summary.
Academics

Westcliff International School teaches American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
American and British education are offered through separate American and British sections, complemented by a Trilingual Experience teaching Arabic, English, and French as first languages. The French program, in partnership with Institut français d'Égypte, emphasizes DELF exams (A1, A2, B1) with an optional B2 in grades 11–12; a student joining from the early years may graduate with the American diploma or the IGCSE, alongside DELF exams. The British section follows British Key Stages, with Year 10 onward dedicated to the International GCSE journey (eight subjects) and options to pursue A‑levels after GCSEs, for university admissions. The American section follows the American system across 12 years, culminating in a High School Diploma, with GPA calculations and ACT/SAT testing used for university admissions. Canadian Methodologies influence teaching approaches, emphasizing innovative methods, critical thinking, and individualized learning while not constituting a Canadian curriculum.

Higher Education Progression
The British section guides students toward higher education via International GCSEs and A‑levels; Year 10 begins the GCSE pathway and A‑levels are available after GCSEs, with many universities requiring GCSEs and A‑levels for admission.
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Admissions

Admissions
The school has a five-step admission process. 1. Obtain information: Connect with the Westcliff International School Admissions Department. Staff guide you through the decision-making process, providing information on educational systems, financial aid programs, and more. 2. Submit Application for Admission: For a prompt start to your child's academic journey, submit the admission application here or contact the front office. The Admissions team will promptly help with filling out the application form. 3. Apply for Financial Aid (if applicable): Visit the Financial Aid tab to understand school fee deadlines and explore eligibility for scholarships, grants, and discounts. Complete the Financial Aid Form after completing the Online Application. This process runs parallel to the application, and your Admission Advisor will integrate approved Westcliff scholarships with confidentiality. 4. Stay Connected for Assessment and Interview Details: An Admissions Advisor will provide updates within 1-3 business days, coordinating assessment and interview details. Our instant result publication ensures a quick process, with many interviews scheduled on the same day. 5. Receive News of Acceptance/Denial: Upon receiving the acceptance notice, your Admission Advisor will guide you through completing required documents. After enrolment, expect ongoing communication for system logins and information about the New Student Orientation.

Scholarships
The school has a range of scholarships and discounts designed to support students. CARES Fund: The CARES Fund recognizes exceptional students who excel academically and demonstrate a visionary mindset toward social betterment. New students express interest by selecting CARES on the Financial Aid form; a 120-word essay is required for renewal; Awarded annually before the academic year starts; Open to new and existing students; Minimum GPA: American section 3.5 or British 90%; Award amount: Up to 10,000 EGP per year; Decisions are made on a first-come-first-served basis. NEST Fund Scholarship at Westcliff International School: The Nurturing Education for Single Mothers Together (NEST) Fund is dedicated to offering support to single mothers committed to improving their children's education. New students express intent by selecting NEST on the Financial Aid form; Existing students apply similarly; Exclusive to single mothers; Minimum academic requirements: GPA 3.0 American or 85% British; Award up to 5,000 EGP per child per year; Annual awards; Renewal requires continued enrolment and minimum GPA. Choose Your Circle (CYC) program: The Choose Your Circle program offers a referral discount of 1.5% for both the referrer and the new applicant, usable in the following academic year; To participate, fill out the Financial Aid Form and select the CYC box; The referral is valid when the new applicant completes admission and enrolment. Distinguished Academic Achievement Discount: 10% for scores above 95% in the third preparatory year; 15% for 98% or more in the same year; Apply by selecting the discount in the Financial Aid Form; Aims to facilitate transitions to Year 10 of the IGCSE. Distinguished Athletic Achievement Discount: 25% for World/Olympic ranks or medals; 20% for Continental; 15% for National; 10% for Governorate rankings; Apply via the Financial Aid Form. Early Payment Discount: 5% discount for families who pay tuition in full before the start of the academic year; Apply by selecting the Early Payment Discount in the Financial Aid Form. Siblings Discount: 10% for the first sibling, 7.5% for the second, 5% for the third; Discounts apply to tuition fees. Corporate Partnerships (Banks Discount): Banks discount such as Commercial International Bank (CIB) and Crédit Agricole Egypt offer 2.5% discount on tuition fees. Discounts and scholarships are applied through the Financial Aid Form by selecting the appropriate boxes.
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