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Affordable International Schools in Uganda

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About international schools in Uganda

Affordable international schools in Uganda tend to cluster around Kampala and nearby districts and serve a mix of expatriate and local families, so you will find genuine variation in size, facilities and price within the same city. Many schools follow internationally recognised pathways - most commonly the British Cambridge programmes (IGCSE/A-Level) and, at a smaller number of campuses, IB programmes or a dual offer alongside the Uganda national curriculum - and English is the usual medium of instruction. Fee models are typically published termly or annually; more budget-minded international schools in Kampala commonly list primary-level fees in the low thousands of US dollars per year while lower-cost secondary options often fall in the several-thousand-dollar range, with more expensive schools charging substantially more. Admissions run on a term/trimester rhythm with main intakes and rolling places at many schools; families should expect an application form, supporting documents, and an age-appropriate assessment or interview plus the usual requirements for passports, previous school reports and immunisation records.

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At a glance 14 schools · avg fee UGX 7,317
Schools listed
14
Curricula
18
Average annual fee
UGX 7,317
Fee range
UGX 100 – 18,913
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (6 schools)
Average school size
430 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Acorns International School Kisaasi
Oldest
Ecole Française Les Grands Lacs (1968)
With boarding
3
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FAQs for Uganda

What curricula will my child typically find at an affordable international school in Uganda?
Most affordable international schools in Uganda offer Cambridge (British) programmes such as Cambridge Primary, IGCSE and A-Level; a smaller number teach IB programmes or run a blend of Cambridge/IB with the Uganda national curriculum (UNEB). Schools often publish which pathways they cover on their admissions pages, so check whether a campus offers the specific qualifications your child will need for later study.
How much should we budget for fees at an affordable international school?
Fees vary widely, but many schools aimed at being more affordable publish primary fees that work out to a few thousand US dollars a year and secondary fees that typically run higher; some Kampala schools publish termly fees in the low thousands of US dollars and annual figures in the mid-to-high thousands. Always check each school’s current fee schedule (termly, annual, enrollment and one-off charges such as registration or development levies) and whether extras such as lunches, transport and exam fees are included.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like?
Many international schools operate rolling admissions with main intakes around the start of the academic year and at the beginning of other terms, but places can fill quickly so it pays to enquire early. Expect to submit an application form and documents (passport or birth certificate, recent school reports, immunisation record), attend a tour or interview, and for your child to sit an age-appropriate placement assessment; some schools also use waiting lists or reserve places with a registration deposit.
Is English the language of instruction and will support be available if my child is learning English?
English is the primary medium in most international schools, and many schools provide English as an Additional Language (EAL) support or run targeted interventions to help recently arrived learners. Additionally, a number of schools offer other modern languages such as French, Kiswahili or local languages (for example Luganda) either as part of the timetable or as extra lessons, and specialist language or mother-tongue support is increasingly common.
What practical checks should relocating parents make when comparing affordable international schools?
Inspect current fee schedules and the full list of what they cover (tuition, meals, transport, exam fees and one-off charges), review published safeguarding and learning-support policies, and ask about class sizes and the school’s approach to English support and inclusion. Also check term dates and holiday patterns, transport and gate-to-gate logistics for your address, and whether the school requires specific documentation (passports, vaccination records, previous reports) to avoid delays at enrolment.