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GEMS British School Al Rehab
Founded in 2001, GEMS British School Al Rehab is one of Cairo's oldest GEMS network schools, located in Rehab City in eastern New Cairo, serving around 1,000 students from Foundation Stage through Year 12 on the British National Curriculum with…
In brief
Long-running British school in Al Rehab City, opened in 2001 and now operated by GEMS Education. Strong IGCSE results sit alongside a noticeable shift in tone since the GEMS acquisition.
Often called TBS locally, the school sits on Talaat Mostafa Road inside Al Rehab and follows the English national curriculum to IGCSE, AS and A level. CIS and BSME accredited. Results have historically been among the stronger British-stream sets in Cairo.
Families who have been there through the ownership change describe a more commercial feel under GEMS, with complaints about teacher turnover, appeals on predicted IGCSE grades, and patchy responsiveness from administration. Sport happens off site at the Rehab Club rather than on a dedicated school campus, which some parents accept and others find limiting.
Useful for families already living in eastern Cairo who want a known British pathway and accept that the school is now part of a large chain. Worth visiting in person and asking current Year 10 and 11 parents about how the IGCSE year groups are running.
Fees
| Fee | Age | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-School | 3 | Annual | EGP 100,750 |
| Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) | 4 | Annual | EGP 129,591 |
| Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) | 5 | Annual | EGP 144,476 |
| Years 1-2 | 6 | Annual | EGP 165,407 |
| Years 3-4 | 8 | Annual | EGP 178,602 |
| Years 5-6 | 10 | Annual | EGP 189,068 |
| Years 7-8 | 12 | Annual | EGP 198,688 |
| Year 9 | 14 | Annual | EGP 202,133 |
| Years 10-11 (IGCSE) | 15 | Annual | EGP 205,123 |
| Year 12 (A-Level) | 17 | Annual | EGP 225,599 |
Reviews
- Online comment is dominated by teachers, not parents, and the picture is unfavourable.
- Two posts describe the school in blunt terms. One contributor wrote that GEMS The British School Al Rehab "currently has many vacancies" and that the "huge staff turn over rings alarm bells," with the advice being to avoid the school. A separate post called it "Terrible school for teachers and students."
- Independent directory write-ups echo a pre/post-GEMS narrative: the school had a strong reputation locally, with some of the higher IGCSE outcomes in Cairo, and a sub-set of parents say they remain happy with academics and pastoral care.
- Other parent reviews on those directories flag a more commercial tone since the GEMS acquisition, complaints about unfulfilled promises, and unhappiness over downgraded predicted IGCSE grades with limited appeal.
- Net signal is mixed-to-negative on staffing stability and management responsiveness, with academic results still cited as a reason families stay.
Head of school
Jane Knight
Welcome to GEMS TBS where we pride ourselves on fostering an environment that balances academic excellence with a strong focus on pastoral care and future-ready skills. Our goal is to nurture not only the minds of our students but also their emotional well-being, helping them to thrive in a challenging yet supportive atmosphere. At GEMS TBS we believe education extends beyond the classroom. While academic rigor is key, we are equally committed to the personal growth of each child, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and part of our close-knit, family-like community. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to guide students as they develop the skills, resilience, and confidence necessary to succeed in an ever-changing world. I invite you to explore our school and discover how we provide a nurturing environment that prepares your child for both the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Accreditations
- Council of International Schools 01
- British Schools in the Middle East accreditation 02