Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
1080 |
| Most common nationality |
The vast majority of students, about 75%, are Egyptian nationals. Around fifteen percent of the student body is Turkish and another ten percent from other nationals or dual nationals. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
75% local : 25% international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
There is around 125 teaching staff. The teaching staff members are mainly Egyptians. The others are from different backgrounds and nationalities, including British, Turkish, Albanian, American, Serbian, Palestinian, Azerbaijani and Kyrgyz. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Foreign Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, German |
| Max. number of students per class |
The school maintains a low student to teacher ratio. (Not more than 26 students.) |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Data projector sand smart boards in each room and class.
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| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Gifted students studies |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
| Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
| School start time |
7:30 |
| School finish time |
14:40 (Thursdays 13:40) |
| School bus service available |
SIS provides a bus service to and from school. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
SIS has a school uniform and dress code. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
SIS offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities including tennis, football, basketball, volleyball, art, drama, and music. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gymnasium, outdoor playground, basketball courts, tennis and volleyball courts. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Salahaldin International School's mission is to equip students with the skills essential to achieve academic excellence and instill in them the moral values needed to become responsible individuals through the guidance of devoted role model educators. |