In October 1990, Modern English School Cairo opened its doors with only 28 students enrolled. The school began with the pioneering vision of a group of educators led by Mr. Nabeel Dajani and Mrs. Sawsan Dajani. Its reputation and standing in the community grew quickly. As the school population increased, improved facilities were built, culminating in the move to an impressive purpose-built campus in New Cairo. In a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, our students are encouraged to care for each other, seek challenge and be inspired.
Our school is located in the new, well-appointed suburb of New Cairo. Our purpose-built campus features stunning green spaces, open atriums, fish ponds and an aviary to stimulate young imaginations. Our Primary school is based around a pod layout, whereby year groups are clustered in a common corridor, with a shred pod-space connecting all classrooms. Ample yard and sports facilities, including both indoor and outdoor courts, sports pitches and swimming pools ensure space for outdoor play and learning. Classrooms are well-equipped; specialist facilities for music, dance, theatre, cooking, design technology, computing complement specialist subject areas for Science and Art. At the centre of our school, a 400-seat theatre is used for meetings, assemblies and performances.