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British and International
Ages 11 to 18

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CityKampala
CurriculumsBritish and International
Leaving qualificationsIGCSE and A-Levels
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 11 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IGCSE and A-Levels
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 16 students / class
Maximum 20 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: 29,633,325 Shilling
to: 33,337,491 Shilling
Address: 11A, Park Ln, Kampala, Uganda
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Number of students

115 Students.

Number of nationalities represented in the school

26 Nationalities

Most common nationality

Ugandan

Ratio of local students to international students

46%

Native English speaking teachers

Yes.

Language support for students not fluent in English

Yes

Additional language classes offered by the school

French, Spanish

Max. number of students per class

20

Average number of students per class

16

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

We use Google Classroom to assign work and receive it. All students have a Kindle fire. Laptop available for the whole class if needed for instruction. Projectors.

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes. We use Google Classroom, Google Meet and Zoom. According to a survey done in Kampala we had one of the best online teaching programs that schools offered.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

No

External examinations or assessments available

IGCSE, A Levels

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

We have a Homework policy that specifies the amount and subjects for each year group.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes

Learning support offered

We have a dedicated Student Support Services department. Students with additional needs receive personalised support from learning assistants both in and out of the classroom. Additional one-to-one English (including EAL) and Maths lessons can be organised by the school.

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

There are a wide range of extra-curricular activities to develop specialised skills. Students participate in national and international competitions including debating, Science and chess.

Student access to education psychologist

We have refer the students to educational Psychologist. The Student Support Services includes and in school counsellor.

Entry evaluation for students

Yes

Brief description of entry evaluation required

We do an English and a Math assessment test.

Waiting list

Yes

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

August

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes, if there is space in that specific year group.

School start time

7.45 am

School finish time

3.20 pm

Supervised care before/after school

After school we have free clubs and a homework club that students can sign up to.

School bus service available

Only for school trips.

School provided lunches

Yes

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Art and crafts, band, book club, chess, basketball, volleyball, community service, football, badminton, cricket, swimming, tennis, boxing, recycled boat building.

Sports activities included

Physical education. Every day starts with 1h of PE.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities at the school

Library, science lab, ICT equipment, …

Sports facilities at the school

7 Hills International School is conveniently located so that it and has full access to Lugogo Stadium and MTN Arena, one of the best-equipped sports facilities in Kampala including Cricket, Field Hockey, Lawn Tennis, Lacrosse, Basketball, Boxing, Netball, Football, Badminton, Volleyball and a Dance Studio accompanied by a resident choreographer and Yoga instructor. Swimming classes are taken at Hill Preparatory School Naguru and students are encouraged to take up golf at the Kampala Golf Club.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

7 Hills International School is a not for profit parent-founded international secondary school where practical learning encourages young minds to express themselves, think critically, solve problems and enjoy what they are learning.

Teaching approach of the school

7 Hills' mission is to inspire its children to reach their full potential by fostering curiosity and an interest in learning, awakening their minds and illuminating their world.
Through its inter-disciplinary, thematic, project-based learning and complementary extra-curricular activities, 7 Hills' students acquire knowledge, skills and understanding in ways that develop them holistically.

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