Ambrosoli International School vs Heritage International School - Kampala

	A Ambrosoli International School Kampala, Uganda	H Heritage International School - Kampala Kampala, Uganda
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year UGX 21 - 48,253,647	Fees / year UGX 3,550 - 16,250
Age range	Age range 2 - 11 years	Age range 2 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum)	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 320	Pupils 500
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 10
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1994	Opened 1994
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Plot 10/12 Binayomba Road, Kampala, Uganda. It sits in the quiet Bugolobi suburb on a secure campus just outside Kampala, on the edge of Lake Victoria. The campus features a football pitch, a junior-sized basketball court, climbing frames, a climbing wall, sandpits and large leafy trees, and a half Olympic-sized swimming pool. Approximately 320 children aged 2–11 come from over 50 countries.	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 Ambrosoli International School is an international primary school serving pupils aged 2–11. The Early Years Foundation Stage unit includes Seedlings (2-3), Sunflower (3-4) and Reception (4-5); Key Stage 1 and 2 follow the English National Curriculum and the IPC.	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 The school is an international primary school.	School type International Christian school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Pupils come from over 50 nationalities; approximately 320 students aged 2–11.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Special Educational Needs are supported through Inclusive Intervention, One-to-One Intervention, and Small Group Intervention; Speech and Language Therapy is provided in partnership with another organization. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is supported by a specialist EAL teacher with language learner profiles and targeted strategies.	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 —	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 & one‑off fees - Application fee: USD 150 per child. - Enrolment / admission fee: USD 500 per child (payable to secure a place). - Capital development (capital levy): USD 1,100 per family (one‑off). - Emergency ambulance charge: USD 10 per child (annual). Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term) Fees presented in Ugandan Shillings (UGX). Annual totals shown below are the published school annual tuition figures for the 2025/26 fee schedule; per‑term figures are the annual amount divided into three terms (rounded to the nearest UGX) for ease of database entry. - Nursery 2 (Nurs.2) - Annual tuition: UGX 21,444,394. - Per term (3 terms): UGX 7,148,131 per term. - Kindergarten 1 (KG1) - Annual tuition: UGX 29,783,045. - Per term (3 terms): UGX 9,927,682 per term. - Kindergarten 2 (KG2) - Annual tuition: UGX 37,298,358. - Per term (3 terms): UGX 12,432,786 per term. - Kindergarten 3 / Reception (KG3 / Rec) - Annual tuition: UGX 39,948,831. - Per term (3 terms): UGX 13,316,277 per term. - Year 1 (Grade 1) - Annual tuition: UGX 46,674,641. - Per term (3 terms): UGX 15,558,214 per term. - Years 2–6 (Grades 2–6) - Annual tuition: UGX 48,253,647 (per year group shown as the published annual figure for Years 2–6). - Per term (3 terms): UGX 16,084,549 per term. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing / payment frequency options: Annual payment, Termly payment (per term), or a 10‑month instalment plan. All school fees are payable before the first day of the school year/term as specified in the fee schedule. - Payment timing requirement: All school fees are required to be paid prior to the first day of school unless an approved payment plan is in place. - Loyalty/continuity discounts: Percentage discounts for length of continuous enrolment are published (examples: completion of 4 years = 6%; 5 years = 10%; 6 years = 15%; 7 years = 20%). Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school for ages 2 to 11. No boarding fee schedule applies. Other charges and optional costs - All‑inclusive fee option: An all‑inclusive package is available that covers school tuition, lunch, after‑school clubs, school trips within Uganda, three sets of uniform (including cap, book bag and jumper) per year, after‑school supervision and an administration fee; LAMDA and individual music lessons are excluded from the all‑inclusive package. - Afterschool clubs: UGX 100,000 per club per term (optional). - Uniforms: The all‑inclusive package includes three sets of uniform per year; otherwise uniform costs are charged separately. - School trips: School trips within Uganda are included in the all‑inclusive option; optional or international trips may incur additional charges. - Cheque/transfer charges: USD cheques incur a clearing charge (published example: USD 50 cheque clearing charge); bank transfer and returned‑payment charges apply as indicated in the payment instructions. Refund information - No specific refund schedule or detailed refund policy is published in the school fee literature provided with the fee schedule. Parents should consult admissions for exceptional circumstances. Fee payment options - Bank transfer (Stanbic Bank Uganda, Ambrosoli Limited): USD and UGX accounts are provided for payments; published account examples include a USD account and a UGX account with the bank branch listed and a SWIFT code for international transfers. Use the student's name as payment reference. - Mobile Money (MOMO): Mobile Money (UGX) payments are accepted; the fee literature provides steps and the merchant number for MOMO payments. - Cheque: Cheques are accepted with an indicated clearing charge for USD cheques; bank/cheque clearing rules apply. Notes for database entry - One‑off fees (application, enrolment/admission and capital development levy) are charged in USD as listed above and are payable at enrolment. - Annual tuition figures above are the published annual totals for the relevant year group; per‑term figures shown are the annual total divided by three terms to provide a per‑term value for billing entry.	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.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options —	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 The school has a house system with student ambassadors and house captain roles.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Governors comprising parental and non-parental volunteers (up to eleven members); two members are nominated by the Ambrosoli Limited Board of Directors. The Head of School sits on the Board of Governors, and a PTA representative and a teacher representative are included. Ambrosoli Limited owns the school and the Governance Manual governs governance arrangements.	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 follows the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2 from the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). The school is CIS-accredited and is a member of IPC and AISA.	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 —	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 The school focuses on teaching the whole child and values social development as much as academic development. The school has dedicated counselling staff and a wellbeing room on site, plus a Listening Ear programme to support students experiencing social difficulties. The school offers student ambassador roles such as student council, house captain and school librarian to develop leadership. PSHE (Personal, Social, Health Education) classes use the Jigsaw programme alongside Personal Learning Goals. Mindfulness informs behaviour management and is taught as a regular practice for all students. After-school activities broaden learning across a wide range of skills and topics.	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) Ambrosoli International School is a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to ensuring every learner is supported to reach their full potential. The Individual Learning Needs department provides Inclusive Intervention in mainstream classrooms, One-to-One Intervention and Small Group Intervention, and Speech and Language Therapy in partnership with another organization. The SENCO designs curriculum and learning tailored to the needs of the child. Collaboration between parents, teachers and students supports learners with identified 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 An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program is led by a specialised EAL teacher. Students come from over 50 nationalities and speak more than 30 languages. On arrival, language skills are assessed and a language learner profile is created to tailor each child's language support. Strategies include a whole-school survival language approach, connecting in-school and out-of-school learning, continued home language development, development of English language skills, and parental involvement.	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 The school has dedicated counselling and wellbeing staff and a wellbeing room on site. A Listening Ear programme supports students experiencing social difficulties. Mindfulness is used as a strategy for behaviour management and is taught to all children. PSHE classes address personal, social and health education in line with the school's learning goals. After-school activities support wellbeing and holistic 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 The school has a Child Protection Policy and a Safer Recruitment Policy to safeguard students. An Anti-Bullying Policy is in place to address concerns and promote safe behavior. A CPR Policy and a GDPR Policy are maintained, along with other safeguarding policies to guide staff and parents in maintaining a safe learning environment.	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.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Ambrosoli International School is located in Bugolobi, Kampala, on a secure and welcoming campus. The school has a football pitch, a junior-sized basketball court, and multiple play areas including climbing frames, a climbing wall and sandpits. The campus includes a half Olympic-sized swimming pool (25 metres) with changing facilities and solar-heated showers, attended by a full-time lifeguard. The school is powered by solar energy. Opened in 1994, it serves around 320 pupils from more than 50 countries and is CIS-accredited, IPC member and part of AISA, with regular participation in the International Schools Sports and Athletics league (ISSAK).	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 The school has a football pitch, a junior-sized basketball court, and a half Olympic-sized swimming pool (25 metres) with changing facilities and solar water heated showers, attended by a full-time lifeguard. The swimming pool is used for weekly swimming and water-safety lessons as part of the PE curriculum.	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 Art, Music, Computing, French, PE and Swimming are taught by specialist teachers. The IPC is used for Years 1–6 with units covering history, geography, science, art, technology, music, ICT and social and international education, integrated with the English National Curriculum numeracy and literacy units.	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 Ambrosoli runs extra-curricular activities through community partnerships. Partnerships include Mustardseed School and Magdalen College School (UK) for a broad range of activities, Skate-aid Uganda (with the Uganda Skateboard Union) for youth engagement, Brass for Africa for music education and life-skills training, CoRSU for disability-focused community work, Hands for Hope, USPCA and broader community service projects.	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 The school originated in 1989 as Scuola Italiana Padre Giuseppe Ambrosoli, named after Father Ambrosoli. The international school began as a kindergarten and progressively expanded to primary, with the two schools eventually merging. Ambrosoli Limited was founded in 2003 after the school transitioned from an Italian school to an international school and the name changed from Scuola Italiana Kampala to Ambrosoli International School. The school opened in 1994 and is located in a quiet, green corner of Kampala on the edge of Lake Victoria.	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 Ambrosoli International School is a community-minded school with a sense of family and community among about 320 pupils aged 2 to 11 from over 50 countries. The school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage and English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum, fostering international mindedness. The campus hosts lots of community events that bring together parents, children and staff as part of the Ambrosoli community.	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 The Parent Teacher Association is a key part of the Ambrosoli community. All parents with children at Ambrosoli are automatically members, as are all staff, with the PTA Committee consisting of volunteer parents and at least two staff members. The PTA organises social events for the school to connect parents, children and teachers and funds special projects for the school and a designated charity chosen annually by the School Council. PTA events include a potluck dinner, Quiz & Curry Night, Family Football Fiesta, Holiday Fair, movie nights and the end-of-year Family Fun Day. The PTA relies on parent volunteers and Class Parent Representatives coordinate communications with class parents; queries can be directed to PTAVolunteers@ambrosolischool.com or pta@ambrosolischool.com.	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 Children from Year 1 to Year 6 follow IPC units of work that cover history, geography, science, art, technology, music, ICT and social and international education. The IPC units are integrated with the English National Curriculum in numeracy and literacy. The IPC emphasizes international mindedness and personal learning goals such as adaptability, enquiry, cooperation, communication, thoughtfulness, respect, resilience and morality. Younger children study topics such as Holidays and Toys, while older students explore topics like the solar system and global trade and migration.	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 lessons offer painting, drawing, collage and three‑dimensional art, often linked to IPC units and designed to allow children to express themselves creatively. Music sessions teach instruments, singing and listening to music from different eras and cultures, with opportunities to perform in class assemblies and school events. There are additional opportunities to celebrate music through the annual talent show and the International Schools' Music Festival.	Arts & creative The Arts program provides opportunities in music, visual arts, and drama to develop creativity and visual communication.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Ugandan Culture is taught weekly, covering traditions, languages, geography, history, dance and music, games, clothing and food. This program supports global awareness and international mindedness through IPC units, PSHE topics and school values.	Cultural & language Model United Nations is offered as part of after-school activities, providing international and cultural engagement.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a key part of the Ambrosoli community; all parents and staff participate, and events are organised through the PTA Committee with staff involvement. PTA events include potluck dinners, Quiz & Curry Night, Family Football Fiesta, Holiday Fair, movie nights and Family Fun Day. The money raised at PTA events funds special school projects and designated charities.	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 Ambrosoli forms partnerships with community organizations such as Mustardseed School and Magdalen College School in England; these links focus on fundraising, curriculum sharing, training and moderation. The school has worked with Skate-aid and the Uganda Skateboard Union to support community projects, including the Uganda library project. Other partnerships have included Brass for Africa, CoRSU Hospital, USPCA and Hands for Hope.	Community & service Community aspects include a Parent-Teacher Federation (PTF), special events, alumni, and giving.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Community Service Team leads community-building activities and volunteer projects. The PTA Committee and Class Parent Representatives coordinate parent involvement and leadership within school events.	Leadership & professional Duke of Edinburgh and Model United Nations support leadership development.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Ambrosoli is a member of the International Schools Sports and Athletics League of Kampala (ISSAK) and has frequent sports fixtures. The school provides a football pitch, junior-sized basketball court and a half Olympic-sized swimming pool with solar-heated showers and a full-time lifeguard. PE is taught with two lessons weekly, and swimming is part of the PE program. In Early Years, children have an outdoor play space and a forest school.	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 English is the language of instruction. The English National Curriculum is used as the core of the English programme, with Letters and Sounds and resources from Jolly Phonics and Jolly Grammar supporting delivery. IPC units are used for Years 1–6 and are integrated with the English National Curriculum Numeracy and Literacy. Ugandan Culture lessons include a Languages component as part of weekly instruction.	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.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	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. Complete a copy of the Application form; the application fee is US$150. 2. The school may offer a place and there may be a meeting with the Head of School if available in your country. 3. To secure the place(s), pay US$500 Enrolment fee and US$1,100 capital levy per family. 4. Complete and submit a full enrolment form with supporting documents. 5. The school sends a Confidential Reference Form to your child's current/previous school if required. 6. Enrolment Ages and Class Groups (25/26): Nursery Seedlings (2+), Kindergarten Sunflowers (3+), Reception (4+), Year 1 (5+), Year 2 (6+), Year 3 (7+), Year 4 (8+), Year 5 (9+), Year 6 (10+). The school year runs from September to August. Alternative placement is at the discretion of the Head of School. Children can be enrolled throughout the year according to availability. Class sizes are around 22 children per class, each with an internationally qualified teacher and Learning Assistant. 7. Location and contact: Plot 10/12 Binayomba Rd, Kampala; P.O. Empowering pupils to become confident, compassionate & internationally minded learners.	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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