Metropolitan School

Metropolitan School was founded by a family with over 70 years of experience in private education in Egypt. The late Mr. Fouad Habib established one of the country’s first private schools in 1954, laying the foundation for a legacy of educational excellence. Since then, the family has been dedicated to elevating the standard of education in Egypt.

Mr. Fouad Habib’s contributions were widely recognized. In 1956, he was honored by President Gamal Abdel Nasser, and in 1979, he received the Pioneer of Private Education Badge of Honor from President Anwar El-Sadat for his outstanding impact on the sector.

Carrying forward his father’s vision, Dr. Sameh Fouad Habib modernized the curriculum in 1983 by integrating technology and innovative teaching methodologies. He introduced management information systems and electronics into the curriculum and pioneered Egypt’s first Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. Believing in fostering a love of learning, Dr. Habib replaced traditional rote memorization with inquiry-based teaching, encouraging students to think critically. His dedication to private education was further recognized when he was appointed to represent private schools in discussions with Egypt’s Ministry of Education, a position he has held for over 20 years.

In 2015, the third generation of the Habib family continued this legacy with the opening of Metropolitan School, led by Mr. Seif Sameh Habib. Understanding the importance of globalization and multicultural education, he introduced Egypt’s first entrepreneurship program within a school setting. Aligned with Common Core standards, this program is integrated into the American curriculum from KG1, equipping students with the skills needed to navigate an increasingly interconnected world while staying rooted in Egyptian values and culture.

Metropolitan School’s curriculum was originally developed in collaboration with BBD Education, a Dubai-based consultancy with over 20 years of international education experience, ensuring that the school meets the highest global standards.

At Metropolitan School, we continue to shape tomorrow’s leaders by combining a strong academic foundation, innovative entrepreneurial learning, and a deep respect for cultural heritage.

 What is the school’s greatest quality/strength?

The school’s greatest strength lies in its unique blend of innovation and legacy.
We are the first and only school in Egypt to introduce an entrepreneurship program starting from KG1, equipping students with real-life skills such as critical thinking, leadership, problem-solving, and financial awareness from an early age.

This forward-thinking approach is built on a foundation of over 70 years of educational excellence as part of the St. Fatima Group, combining proven academic standards with modern, future-focused learning.

In addition, we offer three world languages German, French, and Spanish, ensuring students graduate as confident global citizens. Our academic program is delivered by certified native English-speaking teachers, guaranteeing high-quality instruction, strong communication skills, and international exposure.

Beyond academics, we place strong emphasis on character building, creativity, innovation, and community engagement, preparing students not only for university, but for life, leadership, and impact in a rapidly changing world.

Mission

Metropolitan School will deliver an outstanding international education whilst ensuring that Egyptian values are central to school life, stretching the minds of our students to equip them with both a passion for learning and the ambition to make a difference to the local and global communities. All students will have the opportunity to become involved in community service projects making a difference to the lives of people who are less fortunate than themselves. We will educate with the philosophy of building a new generation of entrepreneurs, by encouraging the spirit of entrepreneurship.

Vision

Inspiring a generation of engaged thinkers, ethical citizens and global entrepreneurs.