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Uganda, Kampala
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The project to establish the French School of Kampala is based on common objectives and shared values in a democratic society, including respect for others, autonomy, responsibility, trust, integration of differences, secularism, solidarity, equity and tolerance. It is a plurilingual school, open to the world. From kindergarten, English teaching is reinforced with non-linguistic disciplines taught by native English-speaking teachers. Teachers care about the well-being and success of their students. Depending on the needs, support plans (PPRE, PAP, PPS) are put in place. The school engages students in projects and activities that promote social and emotional development and awareness of rights, such as days dedicated to the rights of the child and students' welfare.
Non-French-speaking native speakers receive in-depth support in French as a Foreign Language (FLE) from a qualified teacher. Throughout their schooling, students can sit for certification exams in French (DELF) and English (Cambridge). Individualize and promote success paths guide support for students, with plans tailored to needs (PPRE, PAP, PPS). The program prepares students for the French exams of the DNB (end of 3rd grade) and, at the end of Terminale, the General Baccalaureate. The orientation and information resources help students plan post-Baccalaureate studies.
From kindergarten, reinforced teaching in English with non-linguistic disciplines taught by native English-speaking teachers. In preschool and primary, hours of English are integrated into the curriculum alongside non-linguistic teaching. In middle school, English is taught with dedicated hours across grades. The program includes opportunities for English-language certification (Cambridge). The school supports English language development as part of its plurilingual approach.
Teachers care about the well-being and success of their students. Educational counselling is available to support students' personal development and future planning. For learners needing extra help, individual support plans (PPRE, PAP, PPS) are employed. A sense of community and shared projects contribute to students' well-being and a positive school climate. The school fosters values such as respect, autonomy, responsibility, and solidarity as part of daily life.
A Code of Good Conduct online is available as part of student life. The school provides safeguarding resources as part of the student life framework. The school emphasizes safeguarding through its core values and student welfare practices. The school marks important days addressing child rights and the fight against bullying, including the day of the rights of the child and the day dedicated to the struggle against school bullying. Students are encouraged to participate in a culture of safety and respect through the school's programs and activities.
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.
