From their first days at AISE, students are active participants in their learning. Caring and experienced Elementary School teachers work with and assist their students in progressing through the meticulously developed curriculum. Programs in Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science are complimented by classes in Music, Art, Computer, Drama, Library, and Physical Education. English skills are developed through interaction with the teachers and with other students, as well as through intensive reading programs, reading marathons, and Reading Buddy programs that pair older and younger elementary students.

We follow National Standards for student achievement developed in the United States. We use textbooks and materials from the U. S. and provide students with the same educational experience that they would have in an American school stateside.

The Elementary School has eight levels of classes:

• Pre-Kindergarten for students aged three by December 31;
• Kindergarten I for those aged four;
• Kindergarten II for those aged five; and
• Grades 1-5

English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are available for students who would benefit from additional development and support in English. Arabic and Arabic as a Foreign Language (AFL) classes are offered one period a day beginning in Grade 1. Voluntary Religion classes are available once a week beginning in Grade 1.

Our small class size helps students learn to solve problems, create products, and make meaning out of information in an American educational context.

English – the language of instruction and all conversation:
Our students are expected to speak English while on campus, even during lunch and play time. This helps build vocabulary and fosters retention of language skills.

Students are expected to respect themselves and all others. The Panther is our school mascot, and students are taught about respect and cooperation and asked to model each part of the Panther acronym (Polite, Accepting, Noble, Thoughtful, Helpful, Encouraging, and Respectful). In the Panther Student Recognition program, daily appropriate behavior, academic achievement, wearing uniform, speaking English, and doing homework earn students Panther Points, incentives, and weekly and monthly recognition.

• One highlight of the year is International Week, complete with special class projects and visits between classes.
• In service to the greater community, elementary students and faculty participate in a walkathon fundraiser which in 2006 impressively raised more than 54,000 LE for Habitat for Humanity, thereby providing housing for nine families.
• Annual Spring Sports Day
• Egypt Day celebration.
• Three times a year there are special after-school sessions of classes in art, crafts, science, cooking, book clubs, and sports.
• Ongoing after-school activities include such things as sports, the Panther Tales newspaper, and reading groups.

Fifth grade parents have a special orientation in the early spring to explain the Middle School program and philosophy. In May fifth graders participate in a special weeklong series of events to prepare them for the transition to Middle School.