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Compare 13 Affordable international schools in Kampala, Uganda. Filter by curriculum, fees (average UGX 6,919), location, and more to find the right international school now.
7 Hills International School is a not-for-profit international secondary school in Kampala, Uganda, serving students aged 11 to 18. The curriculum blends the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for Years 7–9 with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for Years 10–11 and International A Levels (IAL) in Years 12–13, supported by Pearson examinations. IMYC uses thematic, project-based units that link subjects and foster critical thinking, while IGCSE and A Levels provide clear pathways to international higher education. The school operates as an accredited Pearson exam centre and offers GCSE/IGCSE, International A Level, and iLower Secondary assessments. Class sizes are small, with a broad, practical approach that emphasizes learning in the arts, languages and sports. Facilities include a STEM laboratory, a library, music and art rooms, performing spaces, and sports venues at Lugogo Stadium, plus MTN Indoor Arena nearby. The campus also uses cloud-based G‑Suite and a Digital Library to support teaching and learning.
Acorns International School Bunga is an international school in Kampala offering the Cambridge Curriculum for Early Years through IGCSE. The campus teaches Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary and Cambridge IGCSE to students aged 1 to 16. Located at Plot 4769 Hamis Kiggundu Road, Kampala, the Bunga campus is part of the Acorns network, with sister campuses in Kisaasi, Kigali and Lubowa. The school is an official Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams, providing internationally recognized assessments. From early years, language study includes French and Kiswahili alongside English, and ICT is part of the program. Admissions are open from Early Childhood (18 months) to Primary. The curriculum emphasizes a broad program of swimming, Art & Craft, Dance, and Music and Drama, which are integrated into both classroom learning and after-school activities. The Cambridge framework underpins learning across Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary and IGCSE, with opportunities to engage with peers and curricula on a global scale.
Rainbow International School Uganda (RISU) is a co-educational day and boarding international school in Uganda for pupils aged 2 to 18. The school follows the English National Curriculum at all stages, with the Primary phase using the IPC to embed its units and the eight Personal Learning Goals for international-mindedness. In Secondary, students progress to Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, with Post-16 options including BTEC qualifications. RISU sits on a 9-acre campus with purpose-built classrooms and extensive facilities: six science laboratories, three computer rooms with 24/7 internet, music rooms, drama and art spaces, and halls for Primary and Secondary. The sports complex includes a 25-metre swimming pool, two football pitches, a basketball court and a volleyball court. RISU is a COBIS member and registered with the UK Department for Education, reflecting international accreditation and standards. Extracurriculars span arts, culture, service and leadership, supported by a large library and enrichment program.
Galaxy International School Uganda (GISU) is a co-educational international school with Cambridge Examinations and boarding, located at Plot 1077 Lubowa Estate, Entebbe Road, Kampala (500 m after Quality Shopping Village). It serves ages 3–18 and offers the Cambridge Curriculum from Early Years to Upper Secondary, including Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Levels. Early Years follows the Early Years Foundation Stage. The campus has dedicated science and ICT spaces, an IPAD Room, a MacBook Lab, a Design and Technology Room, a Music Room, and Libraries, plus Smart boards and a sound-field system in all classrooms. Notable programs include GISU STEAM Expo and Mathemania – National Round, and the International Festival of Cultural Diversity (IFCD). Extracurricular life is supported by STUCO, the PTA, community service, and a Boarding program offering sport, activities and social events. GISU combines strong academics with opportunities for cultural engagement and leadership.
Heritage International School Kampala is an international Christian school on a 14-acre campus in Kansanga, south of Kampala. It serves learners aged 2 to 17 and offers a blended curriculum: UK-aligned EYFS, the International Primary Curriculum, an American program, Cambridge IGCSE, and Advanced Placement courses. The high school follows a credit-based path with options for IGCSE and AP exams, and elementary uses Singapore Math alongside IPC. Facilities include dedicated blocks for early years, elementary, and secondary, computer and science labs, a library with over 22,000 books, a chapel, a cafeteria, music and art rooms, and a 25-meter aquatics center planned for the high school. The campus hosts ISSAK sports and offers the Heritage Swimming Academy, with field and court spaces for multiple sports. A vibrant arts program, a Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, and Model United Nations underpin extensive extracurricular and leadership opportunities. Fostering global-minded learners in a warm community.
The Ecole Française Les Grands Lacs, also known as the French School of Kampala, is a French international school in Uganda affiliated with AEFE and approved by the French Ministry of National Education. It educates children from age 2 to 18 under the French National Education system and maintains AEFE alignment across all stages. Preschool follows the French national framework with French as a Foreign Language (FLE) support for non-French-speaking children. Primary uses the AEFE CLIL program to reinforce English, while Middle School features the PARLE program with reinforced English and several subjects taught in English. High School completes the terminal cycle via CNED distance learning, with EFK teachers guiding students toward the Baccalaureate. The campus sits on a wooded site with a library, interactive whiteboards, and digital learning tools; a primary covered courtyard and a synthetic football field support physical activity. The school emphasizes sustainability through project-based initiatives (EFE3D) and offers language certifications such as DELF and Cambridge.
Kings International School in Uganda serves learners aged 1 to 14, offering EYFS, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula. It is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations, with Cambridge pathways guiding Early Years, Primary and Secondary education. The curriculum includes numeracy, literacy, science, history, Religious Education, geography, art and design, music, physical education, swimming, French and information and communication technology. Teaching in music, art, physical education and ICT follows Kings' own framework to develop skills and knowledge progressively. The school supports intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual and cultural development through a broad, balanced program and age-appropriate facilities. As part of the community, one field trip is organized each year at the end of term one in October; meals and transportation are provided, and parental consent is required. Physical education is delivered by trained coaches or specialist trainers, with indoor options such as table tennis and taekwondo available when weather limits outdoor activities.
Shree Sahajanand International School follows a British Curriculum for students aged 11 to 16. This arrangement places the school within an international secondary education pathway that aligns with UK educational norms while supporting learners from diverse backgrounds. The 11 to 16 age range covers early to mid-secondary years, during which students develop core academic skills, collaborate in class, and engage in structured assessment processes that reflect international standards. The British Curriculum framework at this school emphasizes English language development, mathematics, sciences, and humanities, and provides opportunities for personal growth through teacher-guided feedback and regular progress reviews. The school's approach supports families seeking a clearly defined, globally recognized educational pathway for students in this age band. With a focus on planning, discipline, and inquiry-based learning, Shree Sahajanand International School aims to prepare learners for continued study or professional pathways in a multicultural environment. The school encourages critical thinking and responsible teamwork.
Acorns International School, Kisaasi is an IB Continuum school offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, alongside Cambridge A Levels. Located at Plot 328 Kisota Rd, Kisaasi, Uganda, it serves learners from 18 months to 18 years, spanning early years, primary and secondary. The campus features smart classrooms, libraries and science laboratories, plus design and technology studios with 3D printers, IT labs and art spaces to support the IB and Cambridge curricula. Facilities include indoor and outdoor fields, a soccer pitch, a 25-meter swimming pool and an auditorium with exhibition spaces for performances. After-School Clubs cover sports, the arts and STEM, with leadership and service opportunities. Languages offered include French, Kiswahili and Spanish, in addition to family language support. With a 30-year history, it is the second Ugandan school to offer the IB Continuum and the only Ugandan school providing both IB and Cambridge A Levels.
Delhi Public School International Kampala is a CBSE-affiliated school serving students from Nursery to XII. The campus at Plot 17-25, Saddler Way, Naguru, Kampala, opened in 2015 and is part of Ruparelia Group. It follows CBSE Curriculum (Affiliation No. 7630001, 2022–2027) across four levels: Pre-Primary (Nursery, LKG, UKG), Primary (I–V), Secondary (VI–X), and Senior Secondary (XI–XII). Core subjects are English, Hindi, Mathematics, EVS/Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and Social Studies, with French offered as a language. Co-curricular activities include Art, Drama, Music, and Sports; clubs such as Science, Eco, Astronomy and Literary, along with Computer Education. The curriculum emphasizes an integrated, hands-on approach featuring experimentation, self-discovery, engagement and exam preparation, with semester-based CBSE assessments. Facilities include Biology, Physics and Chemistry Labs, Library, ICT Lab, Art Room, Pre-School Play Area, Indoor Games Room and sports field supporting basketball, cricket, football, gymnastics and swimming. Admissions are open for ages 2.5 to 18 years.
Vienna College Namugongo is a co-educational secondary school in Uganda that delivers Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Curriculum at Junior, IGCSE and GCE A-levels. Serving students aged 11 to 18, the college is Cambridge International Centre UG010 and prepares learners for IGCSE and A-levels. The campus features 18 ICT-equipped classrooms, Electronic Resource Centre with over 40 computers, a print library seating more than 80, and specialist laboratories for Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Art & Design has dedicated facilities, while Music, Dance and Drama are integral to school life, with Art Exhibitions and performances. Six boarding houses—Jaguar, Lion, Panther, Leopard, Cheetah and Tiger—support resident students and activities. With 25 years in industry, the school has 100% Cambridge-certified staff and over 100 candidates per sitting. A mentoring system, termly reports, guidance and a Year 11 Study Tour enrich academic and personal development. Boarding life includes health support from two nurses and visiting doctors.
Oak International School is a day school in Uganda offering Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula. Cambridge Check Point Exams are scheduled in May, alongside Cambridge CEM Assessments and End of Term II Examinations, forming part of the assessment cycle. The school provides a range of co-curricular activities with a per-club fee of 75 USD and a term-start club list. The daily schedule includes a lunches option: Early Childhood lunch 12:30–1:30 pm ($175), Primary lunch 12:30–1:30 pm ($225), and Secondary lunch 12:30–1:30 pm ($250). A bus service operates with three distance zones (Zone 1 $250, Zone 2 $300, Zone 3 $350). After-school care is available for Creche to EC2 from 12:30 to 3:15 pm ($200). Notable programs include Art Week with a Graduation ceremony and Science Week to promote STEM learning. Language events include Francophonie Day and International Mother Tongue Day. Sports Day and Talent Hunt offer additional participation outside lessons too.
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