NIS Schools

NIS operates a multi-campus network across Egypt, including Nasr City (Cairo), First Settlement (New Cairo), Shorouk, New Capital (All Girls International School and National School Campus), Porto Said, and a 6th of October Campus. Nasr City is on Mostafa el-Nahhas Street, District 11, Area 15-16, Nasr City, Cairo. The Shorouk Campus is in Al Shorouk City, in front of Banque Misr, El Shohadaa Road, Cairo Governorate. Porto Said Campus is on Al Manasrah, International Coastal Road, Porto Said.

NIS offers multiple curricular tracks: American System, British System, French System, and National English System. The American and British systems are offered across all grade levels, with some campuses pursuing International Baccalaureate programs (Shorouk Campus is a Candidate School for the Diploma Programme).

NIS is a multi-campus network offering American, British, French, and National English curricula across its campuses.

Egypt

The school day runs from 08:00 to 15:00. The school week is Sunday through Thursday.

The school offers five curricular streams: American System, British System, French System, National English System, and International Baccalaureate. The Curriculum Design page describes a student-centered approach that aligns standards and content with learners' needs. Under the National English System, the curriculum follows the Ministry of Education with Core Subjects for Grades 4–9 (Math, Science, Arabic, English, Social Studies) and Core for Grades 1–3 (Math, English, Arabic) plus General Subjects such as Religion, Computer, Art, Agriculture, and Home Economics. The British System uses Cambridge/IGCSE progression with Checkpoint and IGCSE phases, aligned with the Egyptian curriculum. The IB Programme is established, with the First Settlement campus authorized for IB and the Shorouk campus as a candidate for the Diploma Programme. The school emphasizes blended learning and Global Citizenship as core pillars.

Graduates have progressed to study at Columbia University (Zeina AboLaban), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Sherif Sharaf), The American University in Cairo (Farida el Deeb), and Lesley University (Noureen Farnawany).

FMAI Scholarship Program provides Academic Scholarships for top students (1st Preparatory and above, top percentile with at least 95% in the previous year) and Athletic Scholarships for high-achieving athletes.

NIS operates a behavior management program that reinforces appropriate interpersonal skills and social behavior with a positive, non-adversarial approach. Counseling services focus on anger management, relaxation techniques, self-control, and self-esteem. Students learn their roles and responsibilities as citizens and the positive impact they can have in the wider community. Instruction teaches how students can access community and public services and resources to function successfully outside the school setting. Parental involvement is encouraged through open houses, awards ceremonies, and monthly advisory meetings. The program includes school-wide and classroom standards, intervention techniques, social skills, and character education, with ongoing staff development and data-informed progress monitoring.

The National English System provides English language instruction across grades with emphasis on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The English program uses dialogues and cross-curricular materials to connect language learning to students' lives. Technology is integrated, with interactive whiteboard materials and videos supporting language practice. The curriculum aims to give all learners a solid knowledge of English structure and context. The program is designed to support learners who are not daily exposed to English.

Counseling services focus on anger management, relaxation techniques, self-control, and self-esteem. A behavior management program supports a positive, proactive approach to social behavior and appropriate interpersonal skills. Counselors work with students to develop social and emotional resilience. Students learn how to access community and public services to support their well-being. Parental involvement is encouraged to support student well-being.

1. Applications open on December 15 for the next school year. The deadline to submit an application is March 15 of the intended entry year. Applications are accepted for all NIS campuses. 2. Applications can be submitted online by filling out the Online Application Form in the Admissions menu, or you may apply in person at any campus admissions office from Sundays to Thursdays, 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The campus offices provide in-person options for families who prefer to apply on-site. 3. A one-time enrollment fee is required for all new students and is non-refundable. If the school rejects the application, the enrollment fee is refunded. The enrollment fee accompanies the submission of the application. 4. The application form must be completed thoroughly and submitted along with other required documents. Incomplete applications may not be considered. 5. An admissions officer will meet separately with the student and parent(s)/guardian(s). The interview is an evaluative session to discuss goals and fit. Typical duration is 30–40 minutes, with upper-grade interviews lasting not less than 2 hours. 6. For KG1 and KG2, required documents include a completed application form, six recent photos of the student, an original electronic birth certificate, and one photocopy of both parents' IDs. An original stamped end-of-year academic report for the two years prior is also required, and for mid-year transfers an original stamped report from the current school is needed. For Grades 9–11 in the American Program, an official transcript of high school courses and credits is required. 7. Mid-year transfers are possible, provided there is proof that the student is not expelled and is in good academic and behavioral standing. Transfers are considered in light of space availability and the current cohort, and additional information or documents may be requested as part of the review. 8. The application pool is highly competitive; on average, NIS receives at least 5,000 applications per campus each year. 9. Campus visits are welcome by appointment with the Admissions Office, scheduled at least one week before the intended visit. 10. Language support is provided for students with limited English proficiency, but a basic standard of English proficiency is required at the time of application. 11. Age requirements are: Pre-K 3 years old by October; KG1 4 years old by October. 12. Bus service is available to many areas; routes can be checked under Admission/Tuition Plan. 13. For the French School, the mother must be Francophone.

FMAI Scholarship Program offers two types of scholarships: Academic Scholarship and Athletic Scholarship. Academic Scholarship is available to National School students in 1st Preparatory and above who rank at the top percentile of their class with a minimum grade of 95% in the previous year. Athletic Scholarship is open to representatives of all sports in 1st Preparatory and above, including athletes who are Egyptian National Team members, national champions, or world champions. Applicants apply through the online portal (Apply Now). The program is described as aligning with Patriotism and the legacy of Field Marshal Ahmed Ismail.