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International Schools in Uganda

Compare 11 international schools in Uganda. Filter by curriculum, fees (average UGX 3,467,907), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
11
Curricula
17
Average annual fee
UGX 1,002,238
Fee range
UGX 100 – 9,900,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge A Levels (5 schools)
Average school size
584 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Taibah International School
Oldest
Ecole Française Les Grands Lacs (1968)
With boarding
3
About international schools in Uganda

International schools in Uganda are concentrated around Kampala and its suburbs and typically serve an international and local expatriate community with a mix of British (Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A-Level), International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and a smaller number of American, French or other national programmes. Instruction is overwhelmingly in English, with many schools offering additional modern languages (French, Spanish, Arabic) and local language exposure such as Kiswahili or Luganda. Annual tuition varies widely by school, age and programme - from lower-cost community-style international schools up to established IB campuses charging in the high four-figure to mid five-figure US dollar range - and exam/boarding years are often more expensive. Schools generally operate a three-term academic calendar but term dates and exam sessions (Cambridge and IB exam cycles) differ between providers, so relocating families should start enquiries several months before their intended start date and check each school’s published calendar and entry requirements.

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Choosing an international school in Uganda

Curricula

There are 11 international schools in Uganda covering 17 curricula. The most widely offered are Cambridge A Levels (5), Cambridge IGCSE (5), British Curriculum (4), EYFS (Early years foundation stage) (3), IPC (International Primary Curriculum) (3). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Uganda runs from about UGX 100 to UGX 9,900,000, averaging roughly UGX 1,002,238. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Uganda run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

3 of the 11 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Uganda we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Uganda

What curricula are commonly available at international schools in Uganda?
The most common pathways are the British Cambridge programmes (International Primary, IGCSE and A-Level) and the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP and DP); some schools offer American high-school diplomas with Advanced Placement courses, French national curricula and a few other national systems. Individual schools may combine or adapt curricula to local needs, so check each school’s published programme and official authorisations.
How much should I expect to pay for international school tuition in Uganda?
Tuition varies considerably by location, age and qualification route: smaller or community international schools commonly charge in the low thousands of US dollars per year, while established IB and larger British-curriculum campuses can charge from the mid-four figures up to the mid five figures annually, with separate charges for exams, registration, capital levies and transport. Always read a school’s published fee schedule carefully and budget for one-off entry fees, external exam charges and optional extras.
When are the intake windows and what is the admissions rhythm?
Most international schools follow a school-year cycle and run a three-term calendar, but exact term dates differ: some align with the Ugandan calendar and others follow an international August/September start; Cambridge and IB external exam sessions are scheduled on regular annual cycles (for example Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level sessions in May/June and October/November). Because places and assessment slots can fill and some schools assess English proficiency, families relocating should contact preferred schools several months before the desired start date and confirm assessment and document requirements.
What language support and additional languages can my child expect?
English is the usual language of instruction at international schools in Uganda, while many schools include French, Spanish or Arabic and offer Kiswahili or Luganda as additional or local-language options; schools typically publish language and English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) provision in their language policies. If your child needs mother-tongue or intensive EAL support, ask schools for their formal language policy, EAL staffing and examples of recent practice.
What should relocating families check when choosing an international school in Uganda?
Look for the exact curriculum and external authorisations (IB authorisation or Cambridge centre status), clearly published fees and billing terms, safeguarding and health policies, EAL and special-educational-needs provision, and how the school supports university or next-step placements. Also check practical matters such as term dates, transport routes, lunches and any capital or re-enrolment levies so you can compare total annual cost and day-to-day logistics.