The Dwight-Franklin global network is 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 the network — its first school on the African continent.
Dwight School Cairo will bring Dwight's distinctive globally connected and future-focused education philosophy to families in Egypt for the first time. Centering on personalised 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 Stephen Spahn, Chancellor of the Dwight Schools. "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 honouring local traditions in Cairo while embracing global perspectives, Dwight aims to create an educational experience that is both deeply rooted and boldly forward-looking in Cairo, a city unlike any other. This would be a cradle of civilisation, 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 as a powerful part of the global network.
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 5th 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 Dwight's global standards, culture and educational philosophy.
"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."