Acorns International School Bunga vs Heritage International School - Kampala

	A Acorns International School Bunga Kampala, Uganda	H Heritage International School - Kampala Kampala, Uganda
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year UGX 1,410 - 6,130	Fees / year UGX 3,550 - 16,250
Age range	Age range 1 - 16 years	Age range 2 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 150	Pupils 500
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 10
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2015	Opened 1994
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Plot 4769 Hamis Kiggundu Rd, Kampala, Uganda. The Acorns International School \| Bunga campus is part of a network with other campuses in Kisaasi (Uganda), Lubowa (Uganda) and Kigali (Rwanda).	Location Heritage International School is on Kiwafu Crescent in Kampala, Uganda (P.O. Box 7899). The school is in the suburbs of Kampala and sits on a 15-acre campus. Classes are kept to a maximum of 20 students and are double-streamed from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Stages	Stages Early Years (from 18 months) through Primary education.	Stages Early Years, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School (K–12). The school is double-streamed from K through Grade 12 with class sizes up to 20 students.
School type	School type International school offering the Cambridge Curriculum; Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams.	School type International Christian school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Inclusive education for students with mild to moderate learning challenges; support includes sessions, writing IEPs, literacy/numeracy catch-up programs, and occasional Personal Assistants; English as an Additional Language support; wellbeing services with a School Counselor and Chaplain.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Uganda	Country affiliation Uganda
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Christian
School day structure	School day structure The school day runs from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm on school days.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Yes. Bus services operate for students in selected Kampala residential areas with morning pick-up and after-school drop-off; late buses are available for enrichment activities; drivers are accompanied by a chaperone and buses have tracking devices; an extra charge applies.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Registration (non-refundable) at point of admission: USD 300. USD 200 for the second child; no registration fee for subsequent children. Tuition fees by year group (per term and annual amounts) - Crèche: Term I USD 495, Term II USD 495, Term III USD 495; Annual USD 1,410. - EC1: Term I USD 550, Term II USD 550, Term III USD 550; Annual USD 1,570. - Reception (08:45–14:40): Term I USD 725, Term II USD 725, Term III USD 725; Annual USD 2,065. - Year 1 & 2 (08:00–15:15): Term I USD 810, Term II USD 810, Term III USD 810; Annual USD 2,310. - Year 3 & 4 (08:00–15:15): Term I USD 960, Term II USD 960, Term III USD 960; Annual USD 2,735. - Year 5: Term I USD 1,095, Term II USD 1,095, Term III USD 1,095; Annual USD 3,120. - Year 6: Term I USD 1,645, Term II USD 1,645, Term III (not listed); Annual USD 3,120. - Year 7 & 8 (08:00–15:30): Term I USD 1,150, Term II USD 1,150, Term III USD 1,150; Annual USD 3,280. - Year 9 & 10: Term I USD 1,340, Term II USD 1,340, Term III USD 1,340; Annual USD 3,820. - Year 11: Term I USD 2,265, Term II USD 2,265, Term III (not listed); Annual USD 4,305. - Year 12: Term I USD 2,000, Term II USD 2,000, Term III USD 2,000; Annual USD 5,700. - Year 13: Term I USD 3,000, Term II USD 3,000, Term III (not listed); Annual USD 5,700. - Tuition fee is inclusive of educational materials and diaries (exclusions stated for candidate-level exam fees, field trips and trekking trips). Textbook charges (payable with tuition at enrolment or start of academic year) - Reception: USD 125. - Year 1 & 2: USD 125. - Year 3 & 4: USD 110. - Year 5: USD 115. - Year 6: USD 115. - Year 7 & 8: USD 175. - Year 9 & 10: USD 350. - Year 11 to 13: USD 430. Billing schedule and payment terms - Each term's fees are due by the end of Week 1 of the school term. Late payments are subject to a surcharge of 5%. Students with fees unpaid after 30 days of the due date will be excluded unless otherwise agreed in writing by Management. - Early payment discount: 5% discount on tuition fee if the annual fee is paid before the start of the academic year. - Sibling discount: USD 200 registration fee for the second child; no registration fee for subsequent children, plus a 5% discount on tuition for subsequent children. - Refer-a-friend: 15% reduction on one term's tuition fees following the introduction and admission of a new student. Boarding fees - No boarding fees are listed; boarding is not provided. Other costs and regular extras - School uniforms (prices): Secondary tie USD 8; Primary trousers/skirts/polo T-shirts USD 12; Secondary shirts & trousers USD 15; Sweaters USD 20; PE kit USD 20; A-level blazer USD 45. PE uniforms are compulsory for all students; school uniforms are compulsory from EC2 onwards. - Lunch plans: Early Childhood USD 175; Primary USD 225; Secondary USD 250; Casual lunch USD 7. Students may bring lunch but cannot leave campus or receive food deliveries during the day. - School clubs / after-school activities: Primary clubs (03:30–04:15) USD 200. Students wishing to participate in a specific activity will be charged USD 100 per club. - Bus service (zone-based rates): Two-way: Zone 1 USD 250, Zone 2 USD 300, Zone 3 USD 350, Zone 4 USD 500. One-way: Zone 1 USD 175, Zone 2 USD 200, Zone 3 USD 275, Zone 4 USD 300. Refund information - Fees once paid are not refundable. Registration fee is non-refundable. Fee payment options and currency - All fees are stated in USD. Payment in UGX is acceptable at the rate indicated by the school office. Specific accepted payment channels (bank transfer, card, cheque, etc.) are handled by the school office; confirm with the accounts office for available methods and any applicable bank charges.	Fee details Application and initial fees - Application fee (non-refundable): USD 500. - Reservation / Re-enrollment deposit (non‑refundable but deductible from next year's tuition): USD 500. - Capital levy (paid annually): USD 500 per family when more than two children enroll; if only one child, USD 250. Tuition fees by year group (2026/2027 academic year) — Annual / Per semester / Per quarter - Early Years - PS1 – Junior Kindergarten (5 full days): Annual USD 5,500 / Semester USD 3,025 / Quarterly USD 1,595. - PS1 & PS2 (5 mornings): Annual USD 4,400 / Semester USD 2,420 / Quarterly USD 1,276. - PS1 & PS2 (3 days): Annual USD 3,300 / Semester USD 1,815 / Quarterly USD 957. - Elementary - Kindergarten – Grade 2: Annual USD 9,300 / Semester USD 5,115 / Quarterly USD 2,697. - Grade 3 – Grade 5: Annual USD 11,300 / Semester USD 6,215 / Quarterly USD 3,277. - Secondary - Grade 6 – Grade 8: Annual USD 14,000 / Semester USD 7,700 / Quarterly USD 4,060. - Grade 9 – Grade 12: Annual USD 16,000 / Semester USD 8,800 / Quarterly USD 4,640. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment plan options: - Annual plan: single payment at the beginning of the school year (preferred). - Semester plan: two equal instalments at the start of each semester (costs 10% more than the Annual plan). - Quarterly plan: four equal instalments at the start of each quarter (costs 16% more than the Annual plan). - Discounts and sibling concession: - 5% discount for families paying the Annual fee by 1 June; 2.5% discount for annual payment by 1 July. - 10% discount for families with more than two children enrolled. - New families: tuition must be settled as per the invoice issued by the Finance Office before the student's first day of school. Returning families follow the agreed payment plan. - Late payment: a surcharge of 10% applies to fees not paid on time; nonpayment may result in discontinuation of services. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed in the 2026/2027 fee schedule; no boarding fees are provided for this academic year. Heritage's published fee documents for 2026/2027 do not include boarding charges. Optional and other costs - Lunch program (price per semester): PS1 – Junior Kindergarten: USD 300; Kindergarten – Grade 5: USD 400; Grade 6 – Grade 12: USD 450. - Bus service (price per semester, by route): Route A (Buziga, Bunga, Muyenga) USD 500; Route B (Bugolobi, Port Bell) USD 550; Route C (Kololo, Kisementi, Makerere) USD 550; Route D (Entebbe Road, Lubowa) USD 600. - SEN (Special Educational Needs) support (per semester): Moderate (3–4 sessions/week) USD 500 or 10% of semester fees, whichever is lower; Mild (1–2 sessions/week) USD 250 or 5% of semester fees, whichever is lower. - EAL/ESL support (per semester): Moderate (3–4 sessions/week) USD 1,000 or 12% of semester fees, whichever is lower; Mild (1–2 sessions/week) USD 500 or 6% of semester fees, whichever is lower. - Development / capital levy (annual): see Application and initial fees above. - Uniforms and textbooks: uniform costs are not specified in the 2026/2027 fee schedule and are charged separately; uniforms and other consumables (textbooks, field trips, examinations, CCA, transport where applicable) are additional to tuition and optional-service charges. Refund information - Re-enrollment and admission fees are non‑refundable. - Tuition refund on withdrawal (per published schedule): - If admission is withdrawn prior to the start of the semester: 75% refund of tuition paid. - If withdrawn within 2 weeks of the start of the semester: 50% refund. - If withdrawn within 1 month of the start of the semester: 25% refund. - After 1 month of the semester has passed: no refund for that semester's tuition. Fee payment options and banking details - Accepted payment methods: cheque, Visa card, or bank transfer. Fees may be paid in US Dollars or Ugandan Shillings. Tuition is charged in US Dollars and payable according to the chosen payment plan. - Published bank details (selected): - Stanbic Bank Uganda (Forest Mall Branch): Account name Heritage International School Limited; Account number: 9030008122171; SWIFT: SBICUGKX. - DFCU Bank Uganda (Nsambya Branch): Account number: 02100018380569; SWIFT: DFCUUGKA. - Absa Bank Uganda (Kampala Road Branch): Account number: 034-4062781; SWIFT: BARCUGKX. - First Merchants Bank (US) — account for USD payments: Account number: 102543998; Routing number: 074900657 (details supplied for international payments). (All amounts are shown in USD. Figures are taken from the school's published 2026/2027 school fees documentation and the school's tuition and fees information.)
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement School uniforms are compulsory from EC2 class onwards; PE uniforms are compulsory for all students. The uniform list includes items such as secondary tie, primary trousers/skirts/polo T‑shirts, secondary shirts/trousers, sweaters and PE kit, with published prices for each item.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Lunches are provided on site. Early Childhood lunch is from 12:00 to 01:30 pm; Primary lunch is priced at $225 and Secondary lunch at $250. Students may bring lunch from home but cannot leave campus or have food deliveries during the day.	Food options Lunch is provided daily with an international menu published monthly in the School Newsletter. Lunches are nut-free and alternatives are available for vegetarians and other dietary requirements, with water provided. The cafeteria has microwaves for packed lunches, and a snack bar offers items priced from 1,000 to 3,000 UGX, with lunches paid for at the beginning of each semester.
House system	House system House Points are used to recognise student behaviour in school life.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Ameena Lalani is the CEO and Head of School, supported by the Senior Leadership Team; the school is part of the Acorns International School network, with other campuses in Kisaasi, Lubowa and Kigali listed as connections to the group.	Governance and ownership Heritage Leadership is Christ-centered and governs the school through a Board of Governors appointed by the Christian mission organizations that own and operate the school. The Board develops policies to ensure the smooth operation of the school based on biblical principles and guiding the overall development; day-to-day operations are led by the Head of School and the Administrative Team, with the Head reporting to the Board.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school teaches the Cambridge Curriculum, emphasizes holistic development (swimming, art and craft, dance, music and drama), and is accredited as a Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams.	Curriculum details Blend of international standards. Early Years follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Elementary uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) alongside Singapore Math. Secondary works toward a High School Diploma on a credit-based system, with options to sit IGCSE (Cambridge UK) and Advanced Placement (AP) exams. Iowa Assessments are administered annually and results are shared with parents. AP courses are offered in subjects such as Biology, Calculus AB/BC, Chemistry, Computer Science Principles, Environmental Science, Microeconomics, Physics (1 and C), Psychology, World History, and Human Geography.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio The school has an excellent student-teacher ratio.	Student teacher ratio Average class size is 18 students.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates have gained admission to universities around the world including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Uganda, Kenya, Asia and other European countries, with many students receiving scholarships.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Enrichment for gifted and talented students is provided by the Student Support Service Team.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Counselling is provided by qualified school counsellors to monitor welfare and guide emotional development, promoting personal and social growth. Learner Support Services create plans and provide counselling to students and families to support wellbeing and development.	Social & emotional learning Heritage provides a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment for students with mild to moderate learning challenges or differences. Support is offered according to the needs of the child and arranged through the Student Support Services following teacher observation and parental communication. A dedicated point person oversees the provision of support, including offering sessions, conducting person-centred reviews, writing IEPs, and coordinating with parents and class teachers. The program includes literacy and numeracy catch-up work and bespoke sensory and wellbeing activities to support in-class learning. Some students receive additional support from a Personal Assistant to help them reach their fullest potential.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learner Support Service creates plans and supports students with Special Needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) Heritage offers inclusive education for students with mild to moderate learning challenges or differences. Support is provided in class as much as possible and adjusted to the child's needs, supplemented by literacy/numeracy catch-up programmes and bespoke sensory and wellbeing activities. Some students receive additional support from a Personal Assistant. A designated department oversees the support with a point person responsible for implementation. IEPs are written to formalize individual learning plans and progress is tracked through achievement assessments.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Language Support Classes are provided for students performing low in the English Language.	English as an additional language Our EAL students are evaluated on arrival at Heritage. We implement the support needed to ensure that students attain the language level that enables them to access grade level content in all subject areas. High School admission will be dependent on a good proficiency of English prior to entering the school.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Student Counselling supports welfare and emotional development through a comprehensive school counselling program addressing academic and personal/social development.	Mental wellbeing Heritage provides mental wellbeing support through a School Counselor, a School Chaplain, caring teachers, principals and school nurses, all of whom are available to offer emotional or pastoral support where needed. Students can access confidential one-to-one support. We have started a wellbeing program in Sports, Music, Dance and Art to provide students with creative outlets to manage and regulate their own emotions, social experiences and behaviors, with a focus on developing creativity, confidence, resilience and self-esteem. The school takes mental health seriously and can offer advice and support if you or your family are going through a particularly difficult time, with trusted professionals available as needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Child Protection and Safeguarding states that all members of the Acorns community have a responsibility to keep students safe. A Designated Safeguarding Officer is available to receive reports of concerns, and a full Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy exists.	Safeguarding Heritage is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be subject to child protection screening. Checks may include past employers, Interpol Police Clearance and/or authorities in other countries.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Acorns International School \| Bunga is accredited as a Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams. The Cambridge Curriculum is highly recognised. Holistic development includes swimming, Art & Craft, Dance, and Music & Drama. Admissions are open from Early Childhood (18 months) to Primary. The campus is Plot 4769 Hamis Kiggundu Rd, Kampala, with additional campuses in Kisaasi, Kigali, and Lubowa.	Facilities overview Heritage International School is located in Kansanga, south of Kampala, on a 14-acre campus. The campus includes an early years block, elementary block, middle and high school areas, and facilities such as computer and science labs, an administration building, cafeteria, library, chapel, music and art rooms, and a sports department. The grounds feature trees, bushes, plants and large open spaces that create a peaceful learning environment. The school opened its own aquatics center with a junior pool and a full-sized 25m pool planned for the high school. The campus design is welcoming, with an aesthetic reminiscent of a safari lodge that reflects its family-friendly environment.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Swimming is included as part of Holistic Development. Holistic Development also includes Art & Craft, Dance, and Music & Drama. The Cambridge Curriculum underpins the school's approach to learning. Admissions are open from Early Childhood (18 months) to Primary.	Sports facilities The Aquatics Center includes a junior pool for Early Years to Grade 2 and a full-sized 25m pool for older students. The campus provides ample field and court space for a range of sports. Heritage is a member of the International Schools Sports Association of Kampala (ISSAK), with seasons for basketball and soccer (U9 to U20) and volleyball (U13 to U20), plus friendly events for younger children. Heritage Swimming Academy offers swimming programs for ages 3–20. The school also benefits from experienced coaches drawn from within the school community and external partners.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Cambridge Curriculum is highly recognised. Acorns International School \| Bunga is accredited as a Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams. Curricular offerings include Early Years and Primary years. The Cambridge program provides internationally recognized assessment opportunities.	Academic facilities Stem is a priority, with Grades K-10 using Singapore Math and science concepts explored through IPC units in elementary; middle school covers biology, chemistry, and physics. All students through Grade 8 take a computer class, and high school offers AP courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus and Computer Science, with electives such as Engineering, Architecture and Hardware Design. The campus features computer and science labs as part of the facilities. The Library houses over 22,000 books and offers digital resources, with weekly library lessons for Elementary and Early Years.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Holistic Development includes swimming, Art & Craft, Dance, and Music & Drama. These activities are part of the school's curricular and extracurricular offerings. Admissions are open from Early Childhood (18 months) to Primary. There are multiple Acorns campuses offering these programs, including Bunga, Kisaasi, Kigali, and Lubowa.	Extra curricular facilities Heritage provides a broad range of extra-curriculars. The Music Department has five yearly concerts, performances in a live pit band, a Staff Choir, a Pep Band and a Jazz Band, along with purpose-built classrooms for Primary and Secondary Visual Arts and Primary Music. Visual Arts fosters creativity and includes high school electives in art. Drama and dance are offered with annual productions such as Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, and the Music Man. The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme is offered with Bronze, Silver and Gold levels focusing on Service, Skill Development, Physical Recreation and the Adventurous Journey. Heritage Model United Nations runs the Heritage MUN conference and participates in UGMUN, providing opportunities to research, debate and draft resolutions.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Acorns International School \| Bunga opened in August 2015 and is located on Plot 4769 Hamis Kiggundu Road, Kampala. The campus provides Early Years, Primary and Secondary sections. It is accredited as a Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams and follows the Cambridge Curriculum. Languages from early years include French and Swahili, with ICT offered as part of the program. The Acorns network includes other campuses in Kisaasi, Kigali, and Lubowa.	History Heritage International School was founded by a group of mothers from a Bible study group at a family picnic in the late 1980s. The school opened on September 9, 1994, and was sponsored by five Christian missions: Baptist Mission Mission (US), FIDA International (Finland), Kinderhilfswerk (KIDS) (Uganda), Church of God Mission (Uganda), and Mission Aviation Fellowship (UK). Their aim was to provide a Christ-centered education for missionary children while welcoming all backgrounds. In 2001 the campus moved to its present site on August 27, 2001, and the first HIS graduation followed in 2004; President Yoweri Museveni opened the campus on September 26, 2005. Baptist Mission Uganda withdrew in 2006 and World Gospel Mission joined in 2011; the school gained equivalency to O- and A-levels in 2012 and was accredited by ACSI and MSA in 2014.
Community	Community Parent Teacher Organisation (PTO) is a volunteer organisation established to support the Acorns community – students, families and staff. PTO welcomes all families, helps everyone stay connected to one another and to the school, represents the voice of the community, and supports students through involvement and creativity. The school is described as an IB Continuum and celebrates language, culture and tradition, reflecting a multicultural and multifaceted community. Teachers receive regular internal and external professional development and training. Other campuses include Kisaasi, Kigali, and Lubowa.	Community Heritage has a community-focused structure including a Parent-Teacher Fellowship (PTF), Special Events, and Giving. The PTF supports staff appreciation, special events (international dinner, rain festival, productions) and fundraising for approved projects, with elections to nominate a non-voting representative from the PTF to the Board of Governors. Special Events bring the community together with initiatives like the International Dinner and Rain Festival, and the school conducts Community Outreach as part of its service efforts.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Parent Teacher Organisation (PTO) is a volunteer organisation established to support the Acorns community – students, families and staff. PTO welcomes all families, helps everyone stay connected to one another and to the school, creates a space for school staff and parents to represent the voice of the community, and supports students through involvement and creativity.	Parent teacher association The Parent-Teacher Fellowship (PTF) at Heritage is the voluntary body that supports and nurtures the school's mission, vision, leadership and programs by encouraging parental involvement in the life of the school. The Fellowship is open to parents of current students as well as teachers and administrators serving at the school. The PTF supports various activities such as staff appreciation, special events (international dinner, rain festival, productions) and fundraising for approved projects. Elections take place for a non-voting representative from the PTF to the Board of Governors for a two-year term, and involvement from parents is strongly encouraged.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Cambridge International Exam Center for Checkpoint exams. Cambridge Curriculum is used across Early Years and Primary, including a Cambridge Primary pathway and the IGCSE. The Curricula cover Early Years, Primary Years, Lower Secondary and IGCSE.	Academic & intellectual Brain Science, Model United Nations, and Spelling Bee are Heritage Clubs; external enrichment clubs include Young Engineers, offering STEM-focused experiences beyond the regular curriculum.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art & Craft, Dance, and Music & Drama are part of holistic development. In Primary Years, Music & Performing Arts and Art are offered.	Arts & creative The Arts program provides opportunities in music, visual arts, and drama to develop creativity and visual communication.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language French and Kiswahili are offered alongside English.	Cultural & language Model United Nations is offered as part of after-school activities, providing international and cultural engagement.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies After-school activities include Academy Sports Programs such as Basketball, Soccer, and Swimming; additional enrichment activities cover a range of sports and hobbies.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Community aspects include a Parent-Teacher Federation (PTF), special events, alumni, and giving.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Duke of Edinburgh and Model United Nations support leadership development.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Swimming is part of the curriculum. The school has a swimming pool.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and fitness are emphasized through PE and Sports; Academy Sports Programs include Basketball, Soccer, and Swimming, with some sessions on Saturdays.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French and Swahili are offered as modern foreign language (MFL) programmes from early years.	Language provision Literacy/Language Arts is North American-based and uses the Reading Wonders Curriculum. French is taught as a subject within the school day. English as an Additional Language is provided for students who need it; EAL students are evaluated on arrival and language support is implemented to enable access to grade-level content. High School admission requires a good proficiency of English prior to entering the school.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations null	Accreditations ACSI accreditation for K-12 (2014) MSA accreditation for K-12 (2014) Ministry of Education (Uganda) recognition as mixed day primary school (2001) and O-level and A-level equivalency granted (2012).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Begin the admissions process by visiting the campus or contacting the admissions team. Prospective parents and students can visit the campus on weekdays between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm for orientation. To start admissions, pay the non-refundable admission fee and fill out the admissions forms. Interviews are conducted to determine the appropriate class for the student. 2. Assessment. The assessment can occur during a routine school visit or at a later date. The student takes tests in English, Maths and Science to determine placement in a suitable class. The results guide placement to the appropriate class. 3. Acceptance. After the assessments, reserve a place by paying the non-refundable admission fee and completing the admission forms. The placement aims to ensure the student is enrolled in the correct year level. 4. Documents. Along with the admission forms, provide: 1 coloured passport photo of the child; 1 passport photo for the person responsible for picking up the child; medical information including immunization, allergies and any other health concerns.	Admissions 1. Begin by completing the application form to begin the school admission process. Once submitted, the registrar will contact the family. Admissions are accepted throughout the year. 2. The Head of School, the Elementary Principal, the Secondary Principal, the Head of Student Support Services, and the Registrar determine admission based on past school records, Heritage student assessment, and the school's admissions policies. Admission criteria include the applicant's ability to benefit from the program, space in the appropriate grade level, the capacity of the school to meet the applicant's educational needs, and the family's ability to meet financial obligations. 3. Required forms include Student Application, Student Health Record (including Authorization for Emergency Medical Care), School Fees Agreement, and Photo and Video Release. Required documentation includes Immunization Records, school records (transcripts, IEP and Psych. Assessment if applicable), copy of Birth Certificate or Passport, and, for High School, a chart for courses and hours completed. 4. Student placement follows age-based placement from Pre-School 1 through Grade 12, with exceptions possible when moving from other jurisdictions. Promotions are recommended at the end of the school year based on student performance; if a student is not eligible for promotion, parents will be invited to discuss alternatives. All classroom instruction is conducted within the Christian ethos of the school, and all students participate in religious instruction and activities. 5. An online application is available via heritageis.openapply.com and an inquiry form is available for questions. The Admissions Team and registrar are available to assist, and campus visits can be arranged during office hours.
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