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We’re proud to announce the official opening of the Eng. Abdel Khalek Ayad Applied Technology School for Gas and Renewable Energy in Kafr El-Zayat, Gharbia Governorate!
This milestone marks another step in BalancED Education Company’s commitment to advancing applied technology education in Egypt. The school operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education and Technical Education, in collaboration with the Federation of Egyptian Industries.
The opening ceremony was honored by the presence of Major General Ashraf El-Gendy, Governor of Gharbia, along with local education leaders and representatives from industry and government.
As the management company responsible for the school’s operation, BalancED Education Company continues to support Egypt’s vision of enhancing the image of technical education and bridging the gap between education and the labor market—locally, regionally, and internationally.
#BalancEDEducation #AppliedTechnologySchools #EducationInEgypt #TechnicalEducation #RenewableEnergy #VocationalEducation #PublicPrivatePartnerships #EducationForTheFuture

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new academic year at the Applied Technology Schools we manage! Here’s a look at the innovative institutions leading the way in transforming Egypt’s technical education landscape:
1. El Sewedy Applied Technology School – Deirb Negm, Sharqia Governorate
2. Banque Misr Applied Technology School for Pharmaceutical Industries – Hadayek October, Giza
3. Banque Misr Applied Technology School for Food Quality and Safety Systems – Hadayek October, Giza
4. Banque Misr Applied Technology School for Pharmaceutical Industries – Ismailia Governorate
5. National Bank of Egypt Applied Technology School for Food Industries – Hadayek October, Giza
6. Abu Bakr Foundation Applied Technology School for Gas and Renewable Energy – Hadayek October, Giza
7. Engineer Abdel Hamid Abu Bakr Applied Technology School for Gas and Renewable Energy – Ismailia Governorate (Fayed Administration)
These schools mark a significant advancement in Egypt’s technical education system, operating under the supervision of the Ministry of Education and Technical Education. Our collaboration with the Federation of Egyptian Industries and the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce signals a commitment to excellence and innovation in education.
Here’s to a transformative year ahead, full of learning and opportunities! #Education #TechnicalTraining #AppliedTechnology #EgyptEducation

In 28th July, Balanced Education Company proudly celebrated the graduation of the fourth cohort of El Sewedy Technical School for Applied Technology in Deyerb Negm – Sharqia Governorate for the Class of 2025.
Since the school’s establishment in 2019, Balanced Education Company has been a dedicated sponsor, in partnership with the Federation of Egyptian Industries and under the supervision of the Ministry of Education and Technical Education. Together, we continue to empower Egypt’s youth with quality technical education that meets the evolving needs of the labor market.
The graduation ceremony was honored by the presence of esteemed guests, including government officials, industry leaders, and representatives from embassies and international organizations in Egypt. Notable attendees included:
• Mr. Mohamed Gebran, Minister of Manpower
• Air Force Major General Akram Galal, Governor of Ismailia
• Eng. Hazem El-Ashmouni, Governor of Sharqia
• Eng. Mohamed Zaki El Sewedy, Chairman of the Federation of Egyptian Industries
• Dr. Ayman Bahaa El-Din, Deputy Minister of Education for Technical Education Affairs
• Dr. Ahmed Daher, Deputy Minister of Education for Information Technology and Technological Development
• Major General Amr Beseila, Head of the Central Administration for the Development of Technical Education at the Ministry of Education and Technical Education
This celebration marks another milestone in our shared commitment to shaping the future of technical education in Egypt.
Follow Balanced Education Company (BaancED) to stay updated on our impactful initiatives in technical education, school transformation, and youth development across Egypt.

In 16th of July, BalancedED proudly signed a joint cooperation protocol with the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce (A.H.K) to collaborate on the accreditation of Applied Technology Schools affiliated with the AbouBakr Foundation for Technical and Applied Technology Education.
This partnership focuses on schools specializing in solar energy and gas, aligning their programs with German technical education accreditation standards — a step forward in elevating the quality of vocational education in Egypt.
BalancedED currently operates 15 Applied Technology Schools across Egypt for the 2025/2026 academic year, including:
🔹 AbouBakr Foundation School for Applied Technology, Gas, and Renewable Energy – October City, Giza
🔹 Engineer Abdelkhalek Ayad School for Applied Technology, Gas, and Renewable Energy – Kafr El-Zayat, Gharbia
🔹 Engineer Abdelhamid AbouBakr School for Applied Technology, Gas, and Renewable Energy – Fayid, Ismailia
At BalancedED, we believe technical education is a cornerstone for transforming Egypt’s educational system and preparing students for the future of sustainable industries.

#BalancedED #TechnicalEducation #AHK #AppliedTechnology #VocationalEducation #EducationInEgypt #SolarEnergy #GasTechnology #Accreditation #Partnership #SustainableFutures

Some partnerships quietly build impact before making headlines.
We’re proud to finally share that for the past year, BalancED has been the exclusive partner of Surala Ninja in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
From empowering educators to shaping student experiences — this collaboration has been transforming learning behind the scenes. And we’re just getting started.
#BalancED #SuralaNinja #ExclusivePartnership #GlobalEducation #EducationInnovation #Egypt #SaudiArabia #NextGenLearning

BalancED and A.D. Henderson University School — one of the USA’s top STEAM-focused institutions — have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding to launch a powerful new collaboration in education.
This partnership aims to:
✅ Advance teacher development and pedagogical practices
✅ Innovate curriculum design
✅ Establish the first private STEAM school in the region inspired by a leading U.S. education model
Together, we’ll explore exchange programs, curriculum benchmarking, and the potential to replicate A.D. Henderson and FAU High School’s laboratory school model in Egypt and the Middle East — guided by BalancED’s deep local expertise.
🌍 A bold step toward transforming education across borders.
🔗 Learn more about BalancED: www.balanced.com.eg
#STEAMEducation #GlobalPartnership #EducationInnovation #Balanced #ADHenderson #FAUHigh #TeacherDevelopment #CurriculumDesign #FutureofEducation #MENAeducation #LabSchoolModel

BalancedED recently organized a cultural salon titled:
“The STEAM Education Model – Success Stories, Challenges, Learning Outcomes, and Sustainability Mechanisms.”
The event brought together renowned international and local experts, educators, and students to discuss the STEAM model’s impact, share success stories, and explore innovative strategies for sustaining high-quality learning environments.
Key participants included:
* Dr. Tricia Meredith, Assistant Research Professor and Director of Research, FAU College of Education.
* Dr. Pilar Taylor, Director of the Stiles-Nicholson STEM Teacher Academy, FAU.
* Mr. Bassam El Shammaa, Egyptologist and Historian.
* Dr. Essam Mohamed & Dr. Soha El-Zalabany, American University in Cairo.
* Mr. Akira Watanabe, representing Japan’s Surala EdTech Company.
* Dr. James Hollins, Executive Director of Employability and Partnerships, The British University in Egypt.
* Mr. Ashraf Abdelkader, Community Engagement Coordinator, Egyptian Ministry of Education – STEM Schools.
* Dr. Saber Hassan, Head of Education Sector at Misr El Kheir Foundation.
Students and educators from STEM Al Obour School, STEM Fayoum, New Generation International Schools, and Asten British International School also took part, including inspiring young voices like:
* Judy Ashraf – STEM Al Obour student
* Mahmoud Hesham – STEM Fayoum graduate & student at ElSewedy University of Technology
* Abdallah Hamdy
The salon highlighted BalancedED’s commitment to advancing transformative education in Egypt by integrating global best practices like the STEAM model — inspiring a new generation of creative, future-ready learners.
#BalancED #ETF #EducationInEgypt #FutureSkills #stem_school #steam_school

The annual conference of the Balanced Education Company was held under the title:
“The Experience of Applied Technology Schools in Egypt: Successes – Challenges – Sustainability Mechanisms.”
The conference addressed the major challenges that Applied Technology Schools (ATS) have faced over the past seven years, along with potential solutions. It also presented mechanisms for ensuring the sustainability of the ATS model and strategies to increase student enrollment in these schools.

Attending the conference were several prominent representatives, including Eng. Mohamed Zaki El Sewedy – Chairman of the Federation of Egyptian Industries, representing the Federation, and Dr. Amr Bosila – Head of the Central Administration for Technical Education Development and Director of the Applied Technology Schools Operation and Management Unit, representing the Ministry of Education and Technical Education.
Also in attendance were Mr. Pasqualino Mare – Representative of the European Training Foundation (ETF), and Dr. Tricia Meredith – Assistant Research Professor at the College of Education, Florida Atlantic University, and Director of Scientific Research at the same university.

First Session: Challenges and Solutions
This session was moderated by Dr. Khaled Abdel Azim – Executive Director of the Federation of Egyptian Industries. The panel included:
• Dr. Hany Mahmoud – Former Minister of Communications and Information Technology
• Ms. Naglaa Nasir – Advisor to the CEO of WE Telecom for the Applied Technology Schools Sector
• Dr. Mahmoud Khattab – CEO and Chairman of B.TECH
• Dr. Mona Ayoub – Director of the Competency, Skills, and Training Center at the Arab-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce
Second Session: Sustainability Mechanisms
Moderated by Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Hamza – CEO of the Education First Foundation, this session featured:
• Dr. Ahmed Ashmawy – Technical Education Expert
• Dr. Rami Halim – Academic Director of Don Bosco Schools
• Dr. Mohamed Fawzy – Director of the WISE Technical Education Project
• Dr. Pilar Taylor – Director of the Styles-Nicholson STEM Teacher Academy, Florida Atlantic University Labs
• Mr. Raafat Nassar – Chairman of Egypt Gold Company
• Mr. Ali Abou Bakr – CEO and Founder of Rosetta Energy Solutions
The conference concluded with a set of recommendations to be presented to the Ministry of Education and Technical Education, the Federation of Egyptian Industries, and the private sector community in Egypt.

#BalancedConference #ATS #TechnicalEducation #EducationInEgypt #HumanCapital #Sustainability #BalancED2025

In partnership with Florida Atlantic University (FAU), British Council, Education First Foundation, and Balanced Education Company, we proudly announce our 4th Educational Conference:

“The British & the American Systems in Egypt: Similarities & Differences”

📅 Date: May 18th, 2024
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL, Zamalek – Aida Hall

For registration and payment, please access the provided link:

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Balanced Education Company, in collaboration with Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Education First Foundation, is excited to present its 4th Annual Conference titled “The British & the American System in Egypt: Similarities & Differences.”

This educational event aims to explore the similarities and differences between British and American educational systems in Egypt. By bringing together experts from both systems, this conference offers a unique opportunity for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders to gain insights and exchange ideas.

The conference will take place on May 17th and 18th, 2024. With a full-day schedule from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, attendees can expect a productive and engaging learning experience.

For registration and payment, please access the provided link:

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