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Uganda, Kampala
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The school promotes and recognizes the importance of physical, emotional and mental health by creating a supportive environment that cultivates resilience where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to seek assistance and prioritize self-care in order to thrive. The school provides access to qualified counsellors who monitor student welfare and guide emotional development as part of a comprehensive student support approach.
Enrichment and Inclusion policy outlines strategies for identifying and addressing barriers to learning, providing individualised support, promoting collaboration among stakeholders, and enabling a culture of respect and acceptance through Learner Support Services (LSS).
Languages Programmes include French, Kiswahili, family language and Spanish. The language policy emphasises that learning language involves learning the language, learning about language and learning through language, supporting learners' development across education.
Well-Being is a core value, with a focus on physical, emotional and mental health within a supportive environment. Student counselling supports welfare and addresses academic and personal/social development for all students.
All children have the right to be safe and protected. If you see something, say something; concerns are reported to Designated Safeguarding Officers and there is a Child Protection Concern reporting process. The Designated Safeguarding Officers include Ms Lieke, Ms Emma, Ms Shirin, Ms Shallon, Ms Andi, Ms Ameena and Ms Rachelle.
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.
