Modern English School Cairo
URN: 141507 • Cairo
Overview
- Name
- Modern English School Cairo
- URN
- 141507
- Type
- British schools overseas
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Melanie Midwood (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 20226189600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- P.O. Box 5, New Cairo, Cairo
Summary
      Modern English School Cairo (MES Cairo) is a British school located in New Cairo, established in 1990 with a commitment to providing high-quality education for both Egyptian and international families. The school has grown significantly from its initial 28 students and now accommodates up to 2,000 learners in a supportive and welcoming environment. The ethos of MES Cairo revolves around care, challenge, and inspiration, promoting values of individual recognition, international understanding, and responsible citizenship.
The curriculum at MES Cairo is based on the British educational framework, offering a comprehensive pathway from Foundation Stage to university entrance. Students in the Primary phase follow the National Curriculum of England, while Secondary students can choose between the British Curriculum, an American Curriculum, or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Arabic and Religious Studies are integrated throughout the curriculum, ensuring a well-rounded education that reflects the multicultural context of the school.
Admissions at MES Cairo are competitive, with priority given to siblings of current students and those transferring from other schools. The school encourages early applications and aims to make the admission process efficient and transparent, fostering a sense of community among families.
      The curriculum at MES Cairo is based on the British educational framework, offering a comprehensive pathway from Foundation Stage to university entrance. Students in the Primary phase follow the National Curriculum of England, while Secondary students can choose between the British Curriculum, an American Curriculum, or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Arabic and Religious Studies are integrated throughout the curriculum, ensuring a well-rounded education that reflects the multicultural context of the school.
Admissions at MES Cairo are competitive, with priority given to siblings of current students and those transferring from other schools. The school encourages early applications and aims to make the admission process efficient and transparent, fostering a sense of community among families.
Useful links
- Family Portal (other)
- Employment Vacancies View Vacancies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Does not apply
- Age range
- 3 - 18
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 2000
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Not applicable
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 2000 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 2000 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 2000 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 2000 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 2000 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 2000 | 
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