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Kampala is home to 26 international schools, offering families a range of curricula and price points to choose from.
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The Aga Khan High School, Kampala is a private, non‑profit, non‑denominational, co‑educational day school in Uganda and a member of Aga Khan Education Services. Established in 1959 as the country's first multicultural school, it serves about 550 students from 32 nations and uses English as the medium of instruction for Ugandan O‑level (UCE) and IGCSE, and for A‑levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The curriculum offers both Ugandan national and international options, including Cambridge IGCSE and the IB DP, with a bespoke curriculum available. The school accommodates ages 11 to 18 and provides a Learning Support Centre for ESL/EAL and other learning needs, plus a teacher‑mentored mentorship programme. Facilities include a well‑stocked library with an audio‑visual centre, an ICT room with SMART‑Boards, science laboratories, art rooms, a common room and IB lounge, and extensive sports fields. The ethos emphasizes holistic development, critical thinking, and respect for diverse cultures.
Kampala Community International Primary School (KCIS) offers the British Curriculum, adapting the UK English National Curriculum to reflect its international Ugandan community. It is a single‑stream primary with six academic years (Year 1 to Year 6), class sizes capped at 20 and a teacher–student ratio of up to 1:10. Classes are allocated by date of birth on 1 September, and the school aims to inspire a love of learning while equipping students with skills, attitudes and values for diverse potentials. KCIS includes 13 subjects across English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, French (KS2), Music, ICT, Design & Technology, Art, PE, Swimming, PSHE, Life Skills, Library Time and Current Affairs (KS2), plus Daily Exercise. Swimming is part of the curriculum, and sport is played through ISSA leagues. The school emphasizes active learning in a caring, values‑driven environment and is inspected under the British Schools Overseas framework by PENTA International. KCIS was established to provide international education at an affordable price in Kampala, Uganda.
Shree Sahajanand International School follows a British Curriculum for students aged 11 to 16. This arrangement places the school within an international secondary education pathway that aligns with UK educational norms while supporting learners from diverse backgrounds. The 11 to 16 age range covers early to mid-secondary years, during which students develop core academic skills, collaborate in class, and engage in structured assessment processes that reflect international standards. The British Curriculum framework at this school emphasizes English language development, mathematics, sciences, and humanities, and provides opportunities for personal growth through teacher-guided feedback and regular progress reviews. The school's approach supports families seeking a clearly defined, globally recognized educational pathway for students in this age band. With a focus on planning, discipline, and inquiry-based learning, Shree Sahajanand International School aims to prepare learners for continued study or professional pathways in a multicultural environment. The school encourages critical thinking and responsible teamwork.
Kampala International School Uganda (KISU) is an international day school serving students aged 1 to 18. It offers a British-based curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, while following the National Curriculum for England with Ugandan modifications. Established in 1993 with 67 students, the school now serves around 450 students from 46 nationalities, reflecting a diverse learning community. The school supports self-confidence and independence through a broad, inquiry-based program, backed by extensive facilities: four secondary science laboratories with a dedicated science resource room and technician; three computer labs; three music rooms and three performance areas; an indoor sports hall; an outdoor basketball court; a 25-metre eight-lane pool; two libraries with about 27,000 books; smart boards in most classrooms; and a five-acre playing field. Extra-curricular activities include outdoor education and trips to the UK, France, Italy, Switzerland, Singapore and Dubai, with a ski trip to Europe, enriching learning experience.
Sycamore International School offers the Cambridge Primary curriculum alongside the British curriculum for learners aged 1 to 12 in Uganda. The school delivers an interactive, reflective learning experience that builds lifelong skills such as communication, collaboration, problem-solving, innovation, research, risk-taking and strategic thinking. Core subjects—Math, English and Science—are complemented by Global Perspectives and a broad co-curricular program that integrates field trips, P.E., music, ICT, French and Kiswahili into daily learning. Bible teachings are incorporated in lessons, reflecting the school's values-based approach. Weekly enrichment activities include sports (football, basketball, badminton, volleyball), cookery, brain games (Chess, Brain Master mental math, Scrabble), ICT (coding, animation), creative writing, visual arts (painting, drawing, crafts) and performing arts (music, ballet, drama, guitar, piano). The school emphasises community service and student leadership, with a formal Student Leadership program and a Student Council supported by staff. This distinctive blend prepares students for study in international context and beyond.
Acorns International School, Kisaasi is an IB Continuum school offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, alongside Cambridge A Levels. Located at Plot 328 Kisota Rd, Kisaasi, Uganda, it serves learners from 18 months to 18 years, spanning early years, primary and secondary. The campus features smart classrooms, libraries and science laboratories, plus design and technology studios with 3D printers, IT labs and art spaces to support the IB and Cambridge curricula. Facilities include indoor and outdoor fields, a soccer pitch, a 25-meter swimming pool and an auditorium with exhibition spaces for performances. After-School Clubs cover sports, the arts and STEM, with leadership and service opportunities. Languages offered include French, Kiswahili and Spanish, in addition to family language support. With a 30-year history, it is the second Ugandan school to offer the IB Continuum and the only Ugandan school providing both IB and Cambridge A Levels.
Quality International School, Uganda, opened in 2013 and is fully licensed, registered and accredited by the Ministry of Education & Sports Uganda. It serves learners aged 3 to 18, offering programmes from Early Years Foundation through International A-Levels. The curriculum blends EYFS, the British Curriculum, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, with a dedicated Inclusive Education Department for Special Needs Education. The school runs a staged program: Early Years Foundation (3–5), iPrimary (3–11), iLower Secondary (11–14), International GCSE (14–16) and International A-Levels (16–19). QINES emphasises an inclusive environment that nurtures curiosity, creativity and global awareness through a broad, engaging curriculum. Ongoing formative assessment guides teaching, with emphasis on critical thinking, collaboration and independent learning. The sense of family and community on campus underpins learning, wellbeing and involvement of parents as partners in education. Careers Day and Campus Life illustrate leadership opportunities and student life beyond the classroom. That together supports every learner.
ISU is an independent, non-profit day school in Uganda offering IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) for ages 2 to 18. All instruction is in English. The 33-acre Lubowa campus houses Early Childhood, Junior and Senior Schools on site, with Science Centre (2015) and Arts Centre (2022), vibrant library, dining hall and Early Childhood kitchen with vegetable garden. The school offers four graduation pathways, including the IB Diploma and the ISU High School Diploma options, with all diploma requirements leading to an ISU High School Diploma equivalent to a US high school diploma. ISU is accredited by the Council of International Schools and Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges. Beyond the Classroom program runs through ISSEA and ISSAK leagues, with facilities such as a 25m pool, a 400m track, four football pitches, tennis courts, an indoor climbing wall and a 430-seat auditorium. The school opened in 1967 as Lincoln School.
British School of Kampala is a co-educational primary and secondary school that follows the British National Curriculum. The school teaches the English National Curriculum in the primary years, with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, and BTEC qualifications, and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program in the senior years. The campus operates double-streamed up to Year 11 with separate primary and secondary campuses, maintaining a maximum of about 530 students and average class sizes around 24. Founded in 2012, the school combines a UK-aligned framework with a Ugandan flavour. The Muyenga campus hosts facilities including a large swimming pool, tennis court, soccer pitch, two basketball courts, four science laboratories, a music room, a large engineering room, and two ICT rooms, plus modern classrooms and libraries. An enrichment program runs after school with clubs ranging from sport and ICT to languages and creative arts, with IB DP available for senior students.
Delhi Public School International Kampala is a CBSE-affiliated school serving students from Nursery to XII. The campus at Plot 17-25, Saddler Way, Naguru, Kampala, opened in 2015 and is part of Ruparelia Group. It follows CBSE Curriculum (Affiliation No. 7630001, 2022–2027) across four levels: Pre-Primary (Nursery, LKG, UKG), Primary (I–V), Secondary (VI–X), and Senior Secondary (XI–XII). Core subjects are English, Hindi, Mathematics, EVS/Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and Social Studies, with French offered as a language. Co-curricular activities include Art, Drama, Music, and Sports; clubs such as Science, Eco, Astronomy and Literary, along with Computer Education. The curriculum emphasizes an integrated, hands-on approach featuring experimentation, self-discovery, engagement and exam preparation, with semester-based CBSE assessments. Facilities include Biology, Physics and Chemistry Labs, Library, ICT Lab, Art Room, Pre-School Play Area, Indoor Games Room and sports field supporting basketball, cricket, football, gymnastics and swimming. Admissions are open for ages 2.5 to 18 years.
Boston International School offers the British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18. The programme provides a UK-aligned framework for learners from early years through to the end of secondary education, with a consistent approach to subject study, assessment, and personal development. Across this age range, students engage with core subjects, language learning, and enrichment opportunities designed to support academic growth, curiosity, and independent thinking. The British Curriculum is known for its clarity of progression across year groups, helping families understand what students study at each stage and how achievement is documented. Boston International School supports continuity of learning by serving an age span on a single campus, simplifying transitions between year groups. Information about facilities, campus resources, or distinctive programs is not provided here. For overseas families, understanding the British Curriculum can offer familiar pathway and a benchmark for planning study and opportunities beyond primary and secondary education.
Kings International School in Uganda serves learners aged 1 to 14, offering EYFS, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula. It is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations, with Cambridge pathways guiding Early Years, Primary and Secondary education. The curriculum includes numeracy, literacy, science, history, Religious Education, geography, art and design, music, physical education, swimming, French and information and communication technology. Teaching in music, art, physical education and ICT follows Kings' own framework to develop skills and knowledge progressively. The school supports intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual and cultural development through a broad, balanced program and age-appropriate facilities. As part of the community, one field trip is organized each year at the end of term one in October; meals and transportation are provided, and parental consent is required. Physical education is delivered by trained coaches or specialist trainers, with indoor options such as table tennis and taekwondo available when weather limits outdoor activities.
Vienna College Namugongo is a co-educational secondary school in Uganda that delivers Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Curriculum at Junior, IGCSE and GCE A-levels. Serving students aged 11 to 18, the college is Cambridge International Centre UG010 and prepares learners for IGCSE and A-levels. The campus features 18 ICT-equipped classrooms, Electronic Resource Centre with over 40 computers, a print library seating more than 80, and specialist laboratories for Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Art & Design has dedicated facilities, while Music, Dance and Drama are integral to school life, with Art Exhibitions and performances. Six boarding houses—Jaguar, Lion, Panther, Leopard, Cheetah and Tiger—support resident students and activities. With 25 years in industry, the school has 100% Cambridge-certified staff and over 100 candidates per sitting. A mentoring system, termly reports, guidance and a Year 11 Study Tour enrich academic and personal development. Boarding life includes health support from two nurses and visiting doctors.
Kabojja International School is a private, co-educational boarding and day school in Uganda that serves learners from ages 2 to 18. It delivers a dual international program, combining the Cambridge International Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate, including Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary, IGCSE, AS and A Levels, and the IB Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme. The school is a Cambridge International Centre and an IB World School, currently preparing to offer the Diploma Programme as part of a full IB continuum. Students come from more than 30 nationalities, creating a diverse, globally minded learning community. The campus houses science and ICT laboratories, art rooms, libraries, and extensive sports facilities, plus a dedicated auditorium and on-site sick bay. Boarding houses provide a supportive home away from home. A wide range of clubs and service activities complements academics, with strong emphasis on languages, arts, and community engagement, fostering global learners daily.
Ambrosoli International School in Kampala, Uganda, serves children aged 2 to 11 with a curriculum that blends the Early Years Foundation Stage, the English National Curriculum through Key Stages 1 and 2, and the International Primary Curriculum. The campus is set in Bugolobi on the edge of Lake Victoria and features a secure, welcoming environment with solar-powered facilities, a half Olympic-sized swimming pool, a football pitch and a junior basketball court. The school teaches Art, Music, Computing, French and Physical Education with specialist staff, and uses IPC units for Years 1-6 alongside EN literacy and numeracy. The school is CIS-accredited, a member of IPC and a part of AISA, and participates in the International Schools Sports and Athletics League (ISSAK). Partnerships with UK and Ugandan organizations enrich learning beyond the classroom, fostering international mindedness, community service, and opportunities for global collaboration. The school emphasizes enquiry, respect, resilience, and collaboration daily.
Heritage International School Kampala is an international Christian school on a 14-acre campus in Kansanga, south of Kampala. It serves learners aged 2 to 17 and offers a blended curriculum: UK-aligned EYFS, the International Primary Curriculum, an American program, Cambridge IGCSE, and Advanced Placement courses. The high school follows a credit-based path with options for IGCSE and AP exams, and elementary uses Singapore Math alongside IPC. Facilities include dedicated blocks for early years, elementary, and secondary, computer and science labs, a library with over 22,000 books, a chapel, a cafeteria, music and art rooms, and a 25-meter aquatics center planned for the high school. The campus hosts ISSAK sports and offers the Heritage Swimming Academy, with field and court spaces for multiple sports. A vibrant arts program, a Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, and Model United Nations underpin extensive extracurricular and leadership opportunities. Fostering global-minded learners in a warm community.
Grace Project International School is a Cambridge-based school in Ntinda, Kampala, Uganda, serving children from age 2 to 18. The curriculum spans EYFS, Cambridge Primary, Secondary, IGCSE and A Levels, with Lower Secondary (Year 7–9), IGCSE (Year 10–11) and A Levels (Year 12–13). French forms part of the curriculum for all pupils, with English literacy and numeracy embedded across the programme, taught in a Christian context alongside co-curricular activities. The school is located at Plot 2A Commercial Road, Ntinda, next to Masters Supermarket, and uses Cambridge Primary Curriculum in Primary, covering Mathematics, English, ESL (CEFR), Science, Global Perspectives, Music, PE, Arts and Crafts, ICT Starters and Primary Digital Literacy. A Preschool curriculum covers Mathematics, Sensorial Development, Science, Music, Arts and Crafts, and a science corner with microscopes and tools. Extracurriculars include Taekwondo, Ballet and Piano; leadership and service through a Student Council and Kayunga Project; and sports such as Soccer, Basketball and Swimming.
Rainbow International School Uganda (RISU) is a co-educational day and boarding international school in Uganda for pupils aged 2 to 18. The school follows the English National Curriculum at all stages, with the Primary phase using the IPC to embed its units and the eight Personal Learning Goals for international-mindedness. In Secondary, students progress to Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, with Post-16 options including BTEC qualifications. RISU sits on a 9-acre campus with purpose-built classrooms and extensive facilities: six science laboratories, three computer rooms with 24/7 internet, music rooms, drama and art spaces, and halls for Primary and Secondary. The sports complex includes a 25-metre swimming pool, two football pitches, a basketball court and a volleyball court. RISU is a COBIS member and registered with the UK Department for Education, reflecting international accreditation and standards. Extracurriculars span arts, culture, service and leadership, supported by a large library and enrichment program.
Orel Vine International Academy is a Christian international school in Uganda serving students from ages 1 to 18. The school follows Cambridge curricula at pre-school/primary and secondary levels, including Cambridge Primary, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels, alongside Uganda's national curriculum in a dual framework. The Cambridge framework used includes the Cambridge Primary Programme, Cambridge IGCSE, and O Level preparation. The campus supports student-led projects, small class sizes, and a safe learning environment with a full-time nurse. In addition to academics, the co-curricular program features a French club, public speaking, financial literacy, reading, music, dance, drama, guitar, piano, jazz drums, and a broad range of sports. The school supports development across academics, arts, languages, and sports, along with community engagement and cross-cultural learning. Orel Vine stresses international collaboration and global citizenship through diverse cultural activities and service to local and global communities.
The Kampala Diplomatic International School offers a Cambridge education pathway for learners aged 2 to 18. The curriculum follows Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS Levels, with classes from KG-1 to AS Level. This arrangement provides a continuous programme from early years through upper secondary under the Cambridge framework. The school has launched an AS Cambridge class and reports strong performance in both sciences and the Arts, indicating a balanced emphasis on STEM subjects and creative study. To build teaching capacity, staff were sent to a Cambridge Training & Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya, and the school was the only institution nationwide to participate in this programme. Students benefit from structured Cambridge assessment routes and a progression pathway toward higher level qualifications. The school's setup supports international families seeking an education that aligns with globally recognized Cambridge qualifications and enables continuity across critical stages of learning.
Acacia International School is a Christian international day school in Kampala serving students aged 3 to 18. The curriculum blends a bespoke program with the American curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and Advanced Placement, culminating in an American High School Diploma with AP for Grades 11–12. In the Primary years (Kindergarten–Grade 8), students follow the Core Knowledge scope and sequence within a Classical US-based framework, studying world history via Story of the World and mathematics with Singapore Math. In Grades 9–10, students prepare for Cambridge IGCSEs with Bible, Physical Education and a Service Project component. In Grades 11–12, the school delivers an American pathway with AP courses. The school is accredited by ACSI and MSA and emphasises weekly chapels and Bible instruction. Since opening in 2012, Acacia has expanded to the Lakeside Campus, a 44-acre site featuring modern classrooms, science laboratories, high school spaces, arts, music and creative studios, sports facilities, chapel spaces, and community areas, supported by a USD 12 million capital campaign. Recent results include a 100% IGCSE pass rate and 90% of AP exams scoring 3 or higher, with several AP Scholars and International Diploma recipients. The school serves a diverse, 31-nation community and provides English language support for learners in Grades 6–12.
Acorns International School Bunga is an international school in Kampala offering the Cambridge Curriculum for Early Years through IGCSE. The campus teaches Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary and Cambridge IGCSE to students aged 1 to 16. Located at Plot 4769 Hamis Kiggundu Road, Kampala, the Bunga campus is part of the Acorns network, with sister campuses in Kisaasi, Kigali and Lubowa. The school is an official Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams, providing internationally recognized assessments. From early years, language study includes French and Kiswahili alongside English, and ICT is part of the program. Admissions are open from Early Childhood (18 months) to Primary. The curriculum emphasizes a broad program of swimming, Art & Craft, Dance, and Music and Drama, which are integrated into both classroom learning and after-school activities. The Cambridge framework underpins learning across Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary and IGCSE, with opportunities to engage with peers and curricula on a global scale.
Galaxy International School Uganda (GISU) is a co-educational international school with Cambridge Examinations and boarding, located at Plot 1077 Lubowa Estate, Entebbe Road, Kampala (500 m after Quality Shopping Village). It serves ages 3–18 and offers the Cambridge Curriculum from Early Years to Upper Secondary, including Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Levels. Early Years follows the Early Years Foundation Stage. The campus has dedicated science and ICT spaces, an IPAD Room, a MacBook Lab, a Design and Technology Room, a Music Room, and Libraries, plus Smart boards and a sound-field system in all classrooms. Notable programs include GISU STEAM Expo and Mathemania – National Round, and the International Festival of Cultural Diversity (IFCD). Extracurricular life is supported by STUCO, the PTA, community service, and a Boarding program offering sport, activities and social events. GISU combines strong academics with opportunities for cultural engagement and leadership.
Umoja International French School is a Primary and Secondary international school offering a bespoke curriculum for students aged 6 to 18. The school delivers a Francophone academic framework through a dedicated French-language program and stream options that reflect its international French character, including Social Technique, Commerce and Management, Chemistry–Biology, General Pedagogy, and Literary Latin–Philosophy. The campus is situated away from Uganda's capital, in a calm setting surrounded by hills and vegetation, designed to minimise distractions and support focused study. On-site facilities include a laboratory for science work, a library for study and reference, dining facilities, a playing pitch, and well-equipped classrooms. The school emphasizes holistic development—morals, intellect, and spiritual growth—while treating every pupil as an individual and providing tailored academic and personal support. Extra-curriculars span culture, sports, and art, with visits and outings that broaden students' experiences and a culture of artistic and cultural activities integrated throughout school life. Holistically.
The Ecole Française Les Grands Lacs, also known as the French School of Kampala, is a French international school in Uganda affiliated with AEFE and approved by the French Ministry of National Education. It educates children from age 2 to 18 under the French National Education system and maintains AEFE alignment across all stages. Preschool follows the French national framework with French as a Foreign Language (FLE) support for non-French-speaking children. Primary uses the AEFE CLIL program to reinforce English, while Middle School features the PARLE program with reinforced English and several subjects taught in English. High School completes the terminal cycle via CNED distance learning, with EFK teachers guiding students toward the Baccalaureate. The campus sits on a wooded site with a library, interactive whiteboards, and digital learning tools; a primary covered courtyard and a synthetic football field support physical activity. The school emphasizes sustainability through project-based initiatives (EFE3D) and offers language certifications such as DELF and Cambridge.
7 Hills International School is a not-for-profit international secondary school in Kampala, Uganda, serving students aged 11 to 18. The curriculum blends the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for Years 7–9 with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for Years 10–11 and International A Levels (IAL) in Years 12–13, supported by Pearson examinations. IMYC uses thematic, project-based units that link subjects and foster critical thinking, while IGCSE and A Levels provide clear pathways to international higher education. The school operates as an accredited Pearson exam centre and offers GCSE/IGCSE, International A Level, and iLower Secondary assessments. Class sizes are small, with a broad, practical approach that emphasizes learning in the arts, languages and sports. Facilities include a STEM laboratory, a library, music and art rooms, performing spaces, and sports venues at Lugogo Stadium, plus MTN Indoor Arena nearby. The campus also uses cloud-based G‑Suite and a Digital Library to support teaching and learning.
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