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Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction
Millies International School is an independent co-educational school located on Mubuto Road / Milly Nabanja Road in Makindye, Kampala, Uganda. The school offers the Cambridge International Curriculum in the Primary phase from Early Childhood through Year 4, delivered in an international setting that promotes intercultural understanding, global citizenship, personal development, and active participation in 21st‑century society. Daily learning includes arts and crafts, drama, dance and movement, storytelling, organised games, music education, public speaking, and outdoor play. STEM education is delivered in three phases to foster curiosity, problem solving, and critical thinking, helping students become multilingual, culturally literate, and global lifelong learners. The early childhood philosophy emphasizes self‑esteem, cooperation, social values, respect, and understanding of others from different backgrounds. Academic facilities feature hands‑on learning with VR to provide immersive, technology‑enabled experiences. Extracurricular activities include a broad range of clubs that enrich learning and encourage inquiry, creativity, language development, and community engagement.
The school is located in Kampala, Uganda, on Milly Nabanja Road in Makindye.
Stages
Early Childhood (EC) to Year 4 in Primary
Type
Independent co-educational school
Country affiliation
Uganda
School day structure
The daily programme includes arts and crafts, drama, dance and movement activities, storytelling, organised games, music education, public speaking and outdoor play; clubs are offered after school.
Fees
Annual tuition at Millies International School ranges from UGX 181,750 to UGX 550,050 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fees
- Registration fee: NGN 10,000 for new students (applies in the first term).
Tuition and term charges by year group (per term / summary totals shown in fee schedules)
- Playgroup (per term): Tuition NGN 97,500. Total first-term charge (including registration, development levy and resources) NGN 161,800; second-term NGN 121,800; third-term NGN 112,400. Optional extras (per term) include parent remote video access NGN 10,000; after‑school care NGN 15,000; school lunch NGN 25,000; swimming NGN 15,000.
- Young Toddlers / Pre-primary levels (sample figures shown for Pre‑Nursery / Young Toddlers): Tuition per term around NGN 104,250–NGN 106,250 depending on the specific early‑years class. Total first‑term charges (including registration and levies) are higher to reflect registration and uniform costs (examples: first‑term totals shown NGN 181,750). Optional extras as above (remote video access, after‑school care, lunch, swimming).
- Nursery 1 (per term): Tuition NGN 97,500. Additional per‑term charges include resource materials NGN 14,900 and library service NGN 3,000. Total first‑term charge (including registration NGN 10,000 and development levy NGN 20,000) NGN 198,400; second‑term NGN 158,400; third‑term NGN 115,400. Optional extras as above; bus service shown as NGN 20,000–NGN 30,000 per term.
- Year 1 & Year 2 / Key Stage 1 (per term): Sample tuition values appear as NGN 102,500–NGN 115,500 per term depending on the published document/version. Example fee breakdown shows tuition NGN 102,500 per term with resource materials NGN 22,600, library NGN 5,250 and textbooks NGN 30,500; total first‑term charge (including registration NGN 10,000 and development levy NGN 20,000) NGN 229,850; second‑term NGN 189,850; third‑term NGN 130,350. Swimming is shown as compulsory from Nursery 2. Optional extras (remote video access, after‑school care, lunch, bus, swimming).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are presented on a per‑term billing basis (1st term, 2nd term, 3rd term) with higher first‑term totals reflecting one‑off charges such as registration, development levy and initial uniform/textbook charges. - To secure a place, a tuition payment is required before enrollment; the school issues a registration/payment code at the point of application (SchoolPay is referenced for registration payments).
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed or charged in the published fee schedules for the early‑years and primary levels; no boarding fees appear in the available documents.
Other costs and recurring charges
- Development levy: examples shown NGN 20,000 (first term) and NGN 25,000 in some early‑years schedules. - Resource materials / stationery / workbooks: examples range from NGN 14,900 (Nursery 1) to NGN 22,600 (Key Stage 1) per term where listed. - Textbooks / early‑learning books: examples shown NGN 30,500 (Year 1 & 2 textbooks) and NGN 20,500 or similar for early learning books in nursery classes; these are charged in the first term in the sample schedules. - Uniforms: one‑off uniform packs are charged in the first term (examples: NGN 22,500–NGN 29,000 depending on year group; Pre‑Nursery shows NGN 28,500 for a 7‑piece pack). Cardigan charged separately (example NGN 3,000). - Biometric access control cards (x2) are charged once in the first term in the schedules where listed (example NGN 10,000). - Library service: recurring term charge examples NGN 3,000–NGN 5,250. - Optional services and per‑term extras: parent remote classroom video access NGN 10,000 per term; after‑school care NGN 15,000 per term (times vary by level); school lunch NGN 25,000 per term; swimming NGN 15,000 per term; school bus service NGN 20,000–NGN 30,000 per term.
Refund information
- No explicit refund policy or refund procedure appears in the published fee schedules reviewed; the fee documents and admissions notes do not detail refunds for tuition, registration, development levy or one‑off charges.
Fee payment options
- Bank transfer to the school account is provided as a payment method: Account Name shown as Millie's International School Limited, Account Number 0467583941 at GT Bank Plc in the published schedules. Parents are instructed to reference the payment with the child's full name. - Registration/tuition payments may be processed via SchoolPay (a registration/payment code is issued to parents during the admission process). No explicit published mention of credit card acceptance or other electronic card payment methods appears in the fee schedules.
Brief note on availability of published fee information
- Detailed line‑item fee schedules were available in the school's published PDF fee sheets for early years and primary classes; those schedules show per‑term tuition, first‑term one‑off charges (registration, development, uniforms, textbooks) and optional term extras. The main school homepage does not present a consolidated fee table in the site's top‑level pages.
Academics
Millies International School teaches Cambridge (Primary).
Curriculum
The Cambridge International Curriculum is offered from Early Childhood through Year 4 in primary. The curriculum is broad and balanced, delivered in an international setting that emphasizes intercultural understanding, global citizenship, personal development, and active participation in 21st-century society. The daily programme includes arts and crafts, drama, dance and movement, storytelling, organised games, music education, public speaking, and outdoor play. STEM education is taught in three phases to develop curiosity, problem solving, and critical thinking, helping students become multilingual, culturally literate, global lifelong learners. The early childhood philosophy emphasizes self-esteem, cooperation, social values, respect, and understanding of others from different backgrounds.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school develops the whole child physically, mentally and emotionally. The early years focus on self-esteem, cooperation, sharing, friendship, respect and understanding of others from different backgrounds, laying foundations for future academic achievement. The curriculum emphasises that school should be fun, interesting and rewarding, supporting social and emotional development. Daily activities include arts, drama, music, storytelling, movement and outdoor play to foster social skills, collaboration and confidence. The environment supports inner control and active participation through a learner-centered approach.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is multilingual and develops language arts through its curriculum, fostering multilingual, culturally literate, global lifelong learners.
Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasises developing the whole child—physically, mentally and emotionally. Emotional and social development is supported through a nurturing environment and activities that build self-esteem and resilience. The program promotes inner control and a positive self-image and provides opportunities for teamwork and collaboration.
Admissions
Admissions
01 Application Phase. Applications are accepted at any time during the school year when there is space in the relevant class. At the time of the visit, a registration code is issued to pay the registration fee using SchoolPay. An application form is provided for submission of the children's details and three passport-size photos, the starting term, the family's preferred programme (full or half day), the children's co-curricular activities (clubs), transport requirements, and contact information. 02 Consideration Phase. Active Listening Exercises are used during this phase. Cambridge Approach and Multi-Sensory Learning are part of the assessment and instructional approach, followed by the Connecting Phase to align readiness with MIS's educational method. This phase helps MIS determine suitability and next steps. 03 Onboarding Phase. Onboarding Phase is listed as part of the admissions process. 04 Our Tuition Fees. 100% of tuition fees are used to support lifelong learning at MIS. To secure a place, parents/guardians must pay tuition before enrollment. If you have questions about tuition fees, the page lists outcomes such as Reading Readiness, Language Development, Jolly Phonics Programme, Writing Development, Reading Comprehension, Multi-Sensory Learning, Fine Motor Development, Number Concepts, and the Cambridge approach. 05 Orientation Phase. Orientation Phase is listed as part of the admissions process.
FAQs
Where is Millies International School located?
Millies International School is located in Kampala, Uganda, on Milly Nabanja Road in Makindye. It is an independent, co-educational day school serving Early Childhood through Year 4.
What ages and classes does MIS serve?
MIS offers Early Childhood through Year 4 in Primary, starting from age 3. The program is designed to be internationally oriented and age-appropriate for that range.
What curriculum does MIS follow, and what makes it unique?
MIS uses the Cambridge International Curriculum from Early Childhood to Year 4, with a strong emphasis on intercultural understanding, global citizenship, personal development, and 21st-century skills. The daily programme includes arts, drama, music, storytelling, outdoor play, and a three‑phase approach to STEM.
How are fees charged and when are they due?
Fees are billed per term, with higher first-term totals to cover registration, development levy, and initial uniform/textbook costs. To secure a place, tuition must be paid before enrollment, and a registration code is issued during admissions.
How can parents pay MIS fees?
Payments can be made by bank transfer to Millie's International School Limited at GT Bank, or via SchoolPay using the registration code provided at admission. Parents should reference the child's full name when paying.
Are there scholarships or waitlists at MIS?
There is no published information about scholarships or waitlists in the admissions data. For current options, families should contact MIS directly to confirm any available arrangements.
What academic programs and progression can parents expect at MIS?
MIS offers the Cambridge International Curriculum from EC to Year 4, focusing on inquiry, problem solving, and multilingual, culturally literate learners. Jolly Phonics supports reading readiness and language development within the curriculum.
How does MIS support language development?
Language arts are integrated throughout the curriculum, MIS is multilingual, and Jolly Phonics is used to build reading and language skills. This structure aims to develop proficient multilingual learners.
Do we know exam results or progression beyond Year 4?
Exam results and progression to higher education are not provided in the current information.
Does MIS use technology in the classroom?
Yes. MIS uses hands-on VR to enhance the curriculum and provide immersive, technology-enabled learning experiences.
What extracurricular activities or clubs are offered?
MIS offers a range of after-school clubs designed to enrich learning and foster creativity, social skills, and diverse interests.
Are there leadership opportunities at MIS?
MIS emphasizes leadership from an early age and provides opportunities to develop leadership skills through its programs and activities.
How does MIS involve families and the community?
MIS has a strong community focus with annual activities and a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). Parent volunteers participate in events, and committees exist for involvement beyond the classroom.
How does MIS support wellbeing and social-emotional development?
MIS focuses on developing the whole child—physically, mentally and emotionally—with a nurturing, learner-centered environment and daily outdoor play to support wellbeing.
Is language support available at MIS through EAL or similar programs?
MIS is multilingual and develops language arts through the curriculum; Jolly Phonics supports reading readiness and language development.
What about safeguarding or student wellbeing policies?
Wellbeing is a focus at MIS, but formal safeguarding policies are not detailed in the available information.
Is MIS a boarding school?
MIS is described as a day school; boarding is not listed in the published fee schedules or admissions data.
What about uniforms at MIS?
Uniform packs are charged in the first term, with costs varying by year group, and a cardigan may be charged separately.
Is MIS independently governed?
MIS is described as an independent school, operating as a private, self-governing institution.
What languages or language instruction does MIS provide?
MIS emphasizes multilingual language arts and uses Jolly Phonics to support reading, alongside the Cambridge Curriculum to foster global literacy.
