The newly renovated, state-of-the-art campus marks Dwight’s introduction to Africa and further strengthens our presence in the MENA region, following the success of Dwight School Dubai.

We are proud to announce the opening of Dwight School Cairo, in partnership with Al-Futtaim Education Foundation, with doors set to open in September 2026. Dwight School Cairo represents an important first for our network — our first school on the African continent.

Dwight School Cairo will bring our distinctive globally connected and future-focused education philosophy to families in Egypt for the first time. Centering on personalized learning and “igniting the spark of genius in every child,” the school has been thoughtfully developed and modeled after the success of other Dwight Schools around the world. 

“For over five decades, I’ve witnessed how education transforms lives when it is personal, purposeful, and deeply human,” says Chancellor Stephen Spahn. “We are proud to partner with Al-Futtaim Education Foundation to bring a world-class education to Egypt. This new school continues our family’s legacy of building bridges across cultures and empowering students to make a difference in the world.”

By honoring local traditions in Cairo while embracing global perspectives, we aim to create an educational experience that is both deeply rooted and boldly forward-looking in Cairo, a city unlike any other: a cradle of civilization, a crossroads of knowledge, culture, and creativity, and a place where history and innovation have always coexisted. Egypt’s rich intellectual heritage, cultural depth, and spirit of resilience will allow Dwight School Cairo to shine.

Located in Cairo Festival City, the campus is purposely designed around how children learn best: through exploration, creativity, collaboration, and movement. Flexible classrooms, breakout learning areas, dedicated maker spaces, performing arts facilities, age-appropriate libraries, and indoor and outdoor sports spaces have been thoughtfully designed to support both academic excellence and student well-being.

Dwight School Cairo will open with classes from Pre-K to grade 5 in its first year, expanding into higher grades in the years that follow. The founding campus will be led by Tom Ferguson, an experienced educator and current Head of Dwight School Seoul, ensuring alignment with our global standards, culture, and educational philosophy.

As part of the Dwight network, Cairo students will benefit from international collaboration, shared learning experiences, cross-campus initiatives, and meaningful cultural exchange with peers around the world.

“The network of Dwight-Franklin Schools has always stood for innovation and connection, uniting students, educators, and families across continents in a shared pursuit of excellence,” says Vice Chancellor Dr. Blake Spahn. “With Cairo joining our global network, we are creating new pathways for collaboration and cultural exchange across our campuses.”

Find more information at dwightcairo.org. 

Interested families can make an admissions inquiry by visiting the site or calling +201055933777.