BSO INSPECTION 2025

BSO (British Schools Overseas) Inspection, September 2025

MBIS has been judged by Penta International (UK government accredited inspectorate) as ‘Excellent’ in every single category – the highest possible grade of achievement. Commendation of this kind is rare in independent international education and MBIS continues to be one of the world’s leading British international schools.

Background

Penta International is an inspection body approved by the British Government for the purpose of inspecting independent schools around the world. They are responsible for the vast majority of BSO inspections worldwide.

Approach

The inspectors observed lessons, conducted formal interviews with children and examined samples of their work. They held discussions with staff, observed extra-curricular activities, analysed student outcome data, conducted a full assessment of the school’s policies, systems and procedures and talked to different groups of the school’s stakeholders.

Results

After collating and analysing evidence in each of the domains, the inspection team found MBIS to be ‘Excellent’ in every area. This means overall the school is ‘Outstanding‘.

Here are just a few of the very positive comments made
by the inspection team...

“The school describes itself as, and indeed is, an ‘oasis’. The calm environment, vision of a happy, safe school where everyone can be valued and supported to succeed, and wide range of opportunities ensure high quality educational provision and exceptional outcomes.

Maadi British International School (MBIS) students are well-rounded young people who are aware of their strengths, inclusive and know they can make a difference.”
Penta Inspectors

Curriculum
“MBIS offers a broad, innovative and child-centred curriculum designed to capture and maintain the interests of the students”
Teaching & Assessment
“Students are confident to be risk takers in class and this has a positive impact on their learning.Strong, respectful relationships between students enabled learning to be collaborative”
Standards Achieved by Pupils
“The average grade attained at iGCSE was 5.6 compared to 4.8 in the UK. When iGCSE grades are compared to CAT4 predicted grades, it is clear that students make strong progress.”
Spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils
“The students are a true credit to the school. Students enjoy strong friendships and show empathy for others. They spoke very highly of the way staff support the development of the whole child.”
The welfare, health and safety of the pupils
“Students are extremely well cared for, feel safe,valued and come to school happy. They are very proud to be part of the school. There is a culture of positivity, care, and inclusivity throughout MBIS.”
The suitability of the proprietor and staff
“Professional development plays a key role in driving school improvement. Staff feel that the open, supportive culture in the school allows them to have professional conversations and share concerns.”
The premises & accommodation
“School buildings and outdoor areas are used creatively to make excellent use of the available space. Staff have developed an engaging and purposeful environment where students want to learn and play.”
The provision of information for parents, carers and others
“A key strength of the school is the sense of belonging and community. Parents truly value the open-door policy and that the principal and senior leadership team are visible at the start and end of every school day.”
The school’s procedures for handling complaints
“Parents, pupils and staff feel that because the principal and senior teachers are so accessible, concerns are resolved quickly without the need for a formal complaint.”
Leadership & management of the school
“Staff morale is high and staff turnover low. This open and supportive culture for both students and staff ensure that it is a safe place to be and everyone is treated with respect. It is an inclusive school“.