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CityKampala
CurriculumBritish
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
Boarding available
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 15 students / class
Maximum 18 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: 26,000,000 Shilling
to: 39,000,000 Shilling
Address: Heritage zone, Kampala, Uganda
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Number of students

170

Number of nationalities represented in the school

We have more than 60 nationalities

Most common nationality

The most common nationalities are South Sudanese, Congolese, Ethiopians, Burundians, Kenyans, Sudanese, Canadians, Americans, Ugandans and Eritreans

Ratio of local students to international students

45%

Native English speaking teachers

Yes, our teachers are native speakers of the languages they instruct students

Language support for students not fluent in English

Yes, our school offers extra classes freely for language to students who are not fluent.

Additional language classes offered by the school

We offer other languages like French, Swahili, Germany, Arabic and Spanish

Max. number of students per class

18

Average number of students per class

15

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Technology does not replace teachers. Technology improves learning process and aim at improving student's grades.

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 online teaching during COVID-19

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

Yes our students practice their religion. All religions are accepted and practiced in our school.

How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion?

The school does not change a student's religion. If a student is Christian, he/she practices Christianity. If she/he is a Muslim, she/he practices Islam ect ...

External examinations or assessments available

IGCSE, GCE and IB

Results in these examinations

Most of them pass with A*, A, B and C grades
Our results are excellent

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes, our teachers assign homework 4 to 5 days per week for each subject

Approximate hours of homework given

Students are given one hour to complete their homework

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

90%, because we facilitate our students to get scholarships

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes, we support students with special learning needs

Learning support offered

We have specialist in this area. Speech therapists, psychologists, speech pathologist, Counsellors ....

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

Our school has different events like Award Day, Cultural Day, Sports Day, Graduation Day, Father's Day ... . We always award talented student on Award Day.

Student access to education psychologist

Yes

Entry evaluation for students

Yes

Brief description of entry evaluation required

Our school offers British Curriculum , and we get past papers from Cambridge exams to evaluate new students. Either IGCSE, GCE or IB depending on the student's level.

Waiting list

Yes

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

Our school does not have a deadline for registration. We register new students all over the year because we always give them remedial lessons to catch up

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School start time

8:00 AM

School finish time

3:50 PM

Supervised care before/after school

Yes

School bus service available

Yes, our school has school buses

School provided lunches

Yes we provide free break and Lunch. Students are allowed to bring drinks and snacks but they are not allowed to sell snacks in school

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

Yes

Uniform required

Yes, our students are required to wear uniform

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Baseball and softball, Basketball, Bandleading, Cheerleading, Swimming, Dance Team, Debate, French Club, Quiz, Writing and reading Club....

Sports activities included

Walking, Aerobics, fitness or gym activities, Jogging, Soccer, Netball .....

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities at the school

Library, computer lab, science lab, theater and indoor fitness room, etc

Sports facilities at the school

Outdoor Space for sports: Basketball court, soccer play ground, sports wear, base area, sports shoes, a training center, etc

Grades/ages available for boarding

We offer boarding from grade one (5 years old) to grade 12 (19 years old)

Boarding facilities at the school

Learners live a family life in boarding. They play, work and study together but supervised by teachers who are matrons and wardens. Our learners are allowed to go for shopping twice a month using our school vans and supervised by teachers.
All our facilities are up to date and fit in the international standards.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

We strive to create a positive learning environment. Our students enjoy and love learning. We have a knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff.

Teaching approach of the school

We make learning enjoyable. We develop a good relationship with our students and parents. Our staff is patient, caring and personality. Knowledge of learners and dedication to teaching. We engage students in learning.

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