Principal's Welcome"The school’s mission is to be a vibrant international community offering an outstanding British-style education, focused on independent learning and the promotion of global citizenship." School Mission Statement
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Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence
As Principal of The British International School, Cairo (BISC), it is my great pleasure to welcome you to our school community, especially in this landmark year as we celebrate our 50th anniversary. For five decades, BISC has stood as a beacon of academic excellence in Egypt and beyond, nurturing young minds from the ages of 3 to 18.
We are proud to offer a rich and rigorous curriculum, including IGCSEs, A Levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme; each designed to challenge, inspire and prepare our students to achieve their fullest potential. Our pioneering Egypt and the Middle East Programme - the first of its kind in the region - reflects our long-term vision of helping every student become truly bilingual and culturally confident.
Our aim is clear: to educate and empower the future leaders of Egypt and the wider world.
At BISC, we believe that academic success must go hand in hand with strong values, emotional wellbeing and a global outlook. We are committed to providing a warm, caring, and inclusive environment where every student feels seen, supported and encouraged to grow both intellectually and personally.
Set on the most advanced and inspiring school campus in North Africa, BISC blends tradition with innovation. Our state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional teachers create an environment where excellence thrives and aspirations are realised.
As we reflect on 50 years of achievement, we remain firmly focused on the future - continuing to spark curiosity, build character and shape confident, compassionate leaders ready to make a difference in Egypt and across the world.
Chris Hansen
Principal
The British International School, Cairo
As Principal of The British International School, Cairo (BISC), it is my great pleasure to welcome you to our school community, especially in this landmark year as we celebrate our 50th anniversary. For five decades, BISC has stood as a beacon of academic excellence in Egypt and beyond, nurturing young minds from the ages of 3 to 18.
We are proud to offer a rich and rigorous curriculum, including IGCSEs, A Levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme; each designed to challenge, inspire and prepare our students to achieve their fullest potential. Our pioneering Egypt and the Middle East Programme - the first of its kind in the region - reflects our long-term vision of helping every student become truly bilingual and culturally confident.
Our aim is clear: to educate and empower the future leaders of Egypt and the wider world.
At BISC, we believe that academic success must go hand in hand with strong values, emotional wellbeing and a global outlook. We are committed to providing a warm, caring, and inclusive environment where every student feels seen, supported and encouraged to grow both intellectually and personally.
Set on the most advanced and inspiring school campus in North Africa, BISC blends tradition with innovation. Our state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional teachers create an environment where excellence thrives and aspirations are realised.
As we reflect on 50 years of achievement, we remain firmly focused on the future - continuing to spark curiosity, build character and shape confident, compassionate leaders ready to make a difference in Egypt and across the world.
Chris Hansen
Principal
The British International School, Cairo
