Uganda, Kampala
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Mentorship programme pairs each student with a teacher mentor to plan study schedules and set short- and long-term targets; orientation programmes involve parents and provide opportunities to interact with staff, supporting the social and emotional development of the child; a strong co-curricular programme contributes to holistic development and ethical/social growth.
Learning Support Centre works with ESL/EAL students and learners with difficulties or who have transferred from different curricula, providing support in English, Mathematics and French.
English is the medium of instruction; Learning Support Centre provides ESL/EAL support.
Mentorship and parental involvement support students' social and emotional development, contributing to their overall well-being.
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.