Kampala International School Uganda

Established in 1993 with 67 students. It has grown steadily and now serves over 450 students representing 46+ nationalities. The program is designed to enhance a student's self-confidence and independence. State-of-the-art facilities include four science labs, three computer labs, three music rooms, three performance areas, an indoor sports hall, outdoor basketball court, a 25-metre eight-lane pool, two libraries, smart boards in most classrooms and a five-acre playing field. Students participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including outdoor education and international trips to the UK, France, Italy, Switzerland, Singapore and Dubai, with an annual ski trip to Europe.

KISU is a supportive community that nurtures students in intellectual, talent-oriented and ethically built ways. The school uses a holistic approach to education and encourages active involvement in community-building initiatives. Decades of building trust and meaningful partnerships with neighbouring schools, along with extensive community consultation, help the school reflect and serve the wider community. The school serves over 450 students from 46+ nationalities.

The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) at KISU supports school activities and helps bridge the relationship between parents and teachers. PTA members note the staff's duty of care across the various hats and roles they play. Parents describe a culture that embodies diversity and inclusion and value after-school activities such as skating, baking and MUN. The school offers multifaceted extracurricular experiences that contribute to a healthy balance between academic and non-academic life. Students in the IB Diploma Programme report strong support from teachers in a fostering, engaging environment.