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Kampala Community International Primary School

Uganda, Kampala

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees UGX 16,079,783 - 17,579,970
Ages 5 - 10 years
Pupil numbers 101
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages French
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School
Introduction

Kampala Community International Primary School (KCIS) offers the British Curriculum, adapting the UK English National Curriculum to reflect its international Ugandan community. It is a single‑stream primary with six academic years (Year 1 to Year 6), class sizes capped at 20 and a teacher–student ratio of up to 1:10. Classes are allocated by date of birth on 1 September, and the school aims to inspire a love of learning while equipping students with skills, attitudes and values for diverse potentials. KCIS includes 13 subjects across English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, French (KS2), Music, ICT, Design & Technology, Art, PE, Swimming, PSHE, Life Skills, Library Time and Current Affairs (KS2), plus Daily Exercise. Swimming is part of the curriculum, and sport is played through ISSA leagues. The school emphasizes active learning in a caring, values‑driven environment and is inspected under the British Schools Overseas framework by PENTA International. KCIS was established to provide international education at an affordable price in Kampala, Uganda.

The Essentials

Kampala Community International Primary School has 101 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Kampala, Uganda. The address is Plot 10, Ntinda View Crescent, Naguru.

Stages
KCIS has 6 academic years: Year 1 to Year 6. Year 1 starts at age 5, Year 2 at age 6; Year 3 at age 7, Year 4 at age 8, Year 5 at age 9, Year 6 at age 10. The school divides these into Key Stage One (Year 1–2) and Key Stage Two (Year 3–6).

Type
International primary school

Country affiliation
The school operates in Uganda.

School day structure
A day for Year 1–2 runs from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm, with clubs from 2:30–3:15 pm. A day for Year 3–6 runs from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, with clubs from 3:15–4:00 pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
KCIS uniform comprises a shirt in green, blue, or orange purchased from the school office and plain dark grey bottoms sourced by parents. On PE days, students wear house shirts. A KCIS hoodie or cap is available from the office; shoes should be trainers with a back; open-toed shoes are allowed but must have a back; no flip-flops or Crocs.

House System
KCIS uses a house system; PE days require wearing house shirts.

Governance and Ownership
Founders and Directors are Deborah Isharaza and Rebecca Bandora. Deborah is Director of Education and Rebecca is Director of Business Operations. The Head of School is Liz Mottram and the Head of Learning is Sandra Nangobi; the Directors sit on the Senior Management Team to maintain standards.
Fees

Annual tuition at Kampala Community International Primary School ranges from UGX 16,079,783 to UGX 17,579,970 for 2026/27.

Application and one-off fees
- Registration Fee (payable on application): USD 200.
- Enrolment Fee (payable on enrolment): USD 330.

Tuition fees (per term and annual figures)
- Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2): USD 1,600 per term. Annual figure (inclusive of swimming) shown as USD 4,341.
- Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6): USD 1,750 per term. Annual figure (inclusive of swimming) shown as USD 4,746.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are due exactly one week prior to the last day of the previous term. Specific due dates are set in the published term & fee dates. Term dates and corresponding fee due dates for the 2025/26 academic year are published and include: Term 1 (18 Aug 2025–21 Nov 2025; fees due: New students 15 Jul 2025, Returning students 1 Aug 2025), Term 2 (25 Nov 2025–13 Mar 2026; fees due 14 Nov 2025), Term 3 (16 Mar 2026–19 Jun 2026; fees due 6 Mar 2026). Fees for new students must be cleared in full before the student may begin. Students who enter after the start of term are charged a full term if enrolled before half term and half a term if enrolled after half term.
- Spaces for new students are only confirmed once registration and enrolment fees are paid. Part payments are allocated first to tuition fees before lunch and clubs. Bank transfers should be received by the due date to avoid late charges.

Payment methods and banking
- School fees are payable in US dollars. Fees should be paid into the school bank account. Bank transfer is the primary method; bank account details are provided for Diamond Trust (DTB) and Stanbic Bank, including a SWIFT code for international transfers. Copies of bank slips for online or bank payments should be emailed to the accounts team or sent via WhatsApp for verification; receipts are issued on request. Cash is accepted at the school office for items such as morning/after care, uniform, clubs, library costs, school trips, and event tickets. Mobile money may be accepted for uniform, library costs, school trips, late pick-up fees, event tickets and some fundraising activities. Cheques from Ugandan bank accounts are accepted. A bounced check fee is applicable.

Late payment and collection terms
- If payment is not made within one week of the due date, a USD 25 late charge applies (unless other arrangements have been made). For every additional day late, a fee of USD 5 will be charged. If fees remain unpaid 21 days after late payment notice, attendance may be suspended until fees (including late charges) are paid. If fees are unpaid 30 days after the due date, the school may no longer hold a space for the child. Prolonged default may result in debt collection and associated costs being charged to the parent; outstanding student work and reports may be withheld.

Refunds and withdrawal notice
- Fees once paid are not refundable. No refund or discount is given if the school is forced to move learning online. One term's notice is required when withdrawing a child; if less than one term's notice is given, fees are due for the following term. If a child is withdrawn after fees have been paid, there will be no refund. To retain a place during an extended period away, term fees are still expected to be paid on time.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed for KCIS Primary.

Other compulsory and optional costs
- School Uniform Pack (compulsory, one-off): USD 85 (includes two uniform tops, PE house shirt, hoodie, cap and book bag; excludes grey trousers/skirt).
- Lunch (optional): USD 250 per term (paid termly). Lunch is prepared on site and follows an international menu. Field trips are compulsory for curriculum units; field trip costs are paid per trip and charged in UGX. Clubs and individual activities are optional and charged termly. After-school clubs: USD 60 or USD 80 per term (depending on the club). Individual music lessons: USD 80 per term. Morning Care (optional): USD 50 per child per term (service available from 7:00am; supervision begins 7:40am). After School Care (optional): USD 50 per child per term, or UGX 10,000 per After Care session; a charge of UGX 10,000 per ten minutes applies for late pick-up. Sibling may stay without extra charge until their sibling finishes. A one-off fee of USD 50 per child per term applies to use morning care.

Discounts and concessions
- Sibling Discount: 5% applied to the younger sibling's tuition (or the lower of the two tuition amounts); not valid with other discounts and does not apply to annual fee payments that already have a discount. Annual Discount: 10% discount applies to fees when paying for a full academic year in advance if paid prior to 1 June; the annual discount applies only to fees.

Additional operational notes on charges
- Clubs and private individual music lessons must be paid before the child commences the programme; children with outstanding balances may be prevented from joining until fees are cleared. Any bank transfer charges should be paid by the parent/guardian; uncovered bank charges may be debited from the next term's fees. Students who enter after the start of the term may be charged a full term if before half term or a half term if after half term. Field trips, some aftercare sessions and small items may be charged in UGX.
Academics

Kampala Community International Primary School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 5 to 10.

Curriculum
KCIS follows the UK's English National Curriculum (ENC), adapted to reflect the international nature of its school community and its location in Uganda. The school offers 13 subjects across the curriculum and a wide range of extra-curricular activities. KCIS is a single-stream school with a maximum of 20 students per class and a teacher-student ratio of up to 1:10. An active learning approach is used, with a variety of methods and activities to develop transferable skills and life skills. KCIS has six academic years (Year 1 to Year 6) with class allocation by date of birth on 1 September each year. The aim is to inspire every child to love learning and to equip them with the skills, attitudes and values to realise their diverse and distinctive potentials.

Student Teacher Ratio
Teacher-student ratio is up to 1:10.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
KCIS provides a holistic programme that develops students academically, socially, emotionally, physically, morally and culturally. It uses interactive, active learning to meet different learning styles and to promote independence, curiosity, self-confidence, resilience and innovative thinking. The environment is safe, supportive and welcoming. KCIS emphasises inclusion and access, removing barriers to learning so every child can belong and participate fully. A strong pastoral approach and safeguarding framework support pupil wellbeing as part of daily school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
KCIS Inclusion and Access ensures every child is valued and supported to succeed, with reasonable adjustments to remove barriers to learning and ensure belonging. KCIS Learning includes targeted support for pupils with additional learning needs; a SENCo coordinates provision, progress reviews, and adapts support as needs change.

Mental Wellbeing
KCIS integrates wellbeing into its learning, aiming to nurture confident, curious, compassionate and capable global learners. The school's mission emphasises wellbeing as part of its holistic approach to education, and the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan lists wellbeing as a pillar alongside safeguarding and behaviour. Safeguarding materials describe strong pastoral systems to support pupil wellbeing as a core part of school life.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is KCIS's highest priority. It follows international best practice aligned with British Schools Overseas (BSO) standards, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the Children Act (Uganda). The safeguarding team includes a Safeguarding Director, a Designated Safeguarding Lead and a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, with clear reporting contacts. If you are worried about a child, contact the DSL or DDSL immediately; in case of immediate danger call the police. Policies include the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Complaints Policy, Relationships and Behaviour Policy, Anti-Bullying Policy, Safer Recruitment Policy, Whistleblowing Policy and Health and Safety Policy. Online safety is taught through PSHE and digital literacy, with parent workshops and guidance on online safety. The safeguarding culture is built on respect, transparency, communication, professional accountability and child-centred decision-making, and KCIS works with families, external agencies and the wider community to keep every child safe.
Parent Experience

History
KCIS Kampala Community International School was established to provide a truly international education at an affordable price in Kampala. It has grown to serve a diverse community and is a popular first choice of school due to its individual attention, strong academic standards, wide opportunities and friendly community. The school follows the UK's English National Curriculum (ENC), adapted to reflect its international community in Uganda. KCIS operates six academic years (Year 1 to Year 6), with class placement by date of birth at the start of the school year (1 September). It is inspected under the British Schools Overseas framework, with the most recent inspection carried out by PENTA International.

Community
KCIS hosts a wide range of school community events throughout the year and encourages active parent participation in school life. Events include a School Picnic, Parent Teacher Meetings, Student Led Conferences, Sports Day, Celebration of Learning, Movie Night, International Day, School Concerts, Earth Day and Spirit Week. These events showcase student work and deepen family engagement with the school.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent Community Council (PCC) is a group of parents across all year groups who represent the parent community. The PCC supports the school with ideas, feedback, event organization and fundraising initiatives throughout the school year. KCIS describes education as a partnership with families and communicates through weekly newsletters, photos, class WhatsApp groups, blogs, phone calls home, student logs, and parent meetings. Parent workshops, reflection sheets, and social events are part of regular family engagement. Parents also help organise and participate in school events through the PCC. These structures facilitate ongoing parent involvement in governance and school life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school uses the English National Curriculum with adaptations to reflect the international nature of KCIS and its community. The school has small class sizes, with a maximum of 20 students per class and a teacher-student ratio of up to 1:10. The school emphasizes active learning and a values-based, caring, engaging learning environment with high-quality teaching. The school has six academic years (Year 1 to Year 6) with class allocations by date of birth at the start of the school year (1 September).

Sports Facilities
The school offers sports as part of extra-curricular activities and fields both boys' and girls' teams in the International Schools' Association Sports League. Swimming is taught as part of the curriculum.

Academic Facilities
KCIS uses the English National Curriculum with adaptations to reflect the international nature of the school and its community. Subjects taken by all students include English, Mathematics, Phonics (KS1), Science, History, Geography, French (KS2), Music, ICT, Design & Technology, Art, PE, Swimming, PSHE, Life Skills, Library Time and Current Affairs (KS2), and Daily Exercise.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including sports, arts and music after school. Students have the opportunity to take internationally recognised music and LAMDA exams and to compete in national chess tournaments. KCIS fields both boys' and girls' sports teams in the International Schools' Association Sports League. The school choir is open to all students, and individual music lessons in piano, guitar, drums and voice are available. Optional clubs after school include Gymnastics, Capoeira, Mini Engineers, Lego, Outdoor Sports, Graffiti, Swimming, STEM, Art, Music, Ballet, Street Dance, Tag Rugby, Choir, Chess and LAMDA.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
KCIS uses the English National Curriculum (ENC) adapted to reflect its international community and its location in Uganda. Students study thirteen subjects across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. KCIS is a single‑stream school with a maximum of 20 students per class and a teacher–student ratio of up to 1:10. KCIS has six academic years, from Year 1 to Year 6, with class allocation by date of birth at the start of the school year (1 September).

Arts & Creative
KCIS offers after‑school activities in arts and music as part of its broad extra‑curricular program. The school choir is open to all students, and there are individual music lessons in piano, guitar, drums and voice. Optional clubs cover a wide range of arts and creative pursuits, including Art, Ballet, Street Dance, Graffiti, Lego, Mini Engineers, STEM, Chess, LAMDA and Choir.

Cultural & Language
KCIS uses the English National Curriculum with adaptations to reflect its international community. French is taught in Key Stage 2. The school has a diverse student population from over 33 countries and a diverse teaching staff from four continents.

Social & Hobbies
After‑school clubs take place daily and cover sports, music, art and hobbies. Examples include Gymnastics, Capoeira, Mini Engineers, Lego, Outdoor Sports, Graffiti, Swimming, STEM, Art, Music, Ballet, Street Dance, Tag Rugby, Choir and Chess.

Community & Service
KCIS envisions a world where young people contribute to their immediate and global communities. The school provides a holistic programme of education, an inspiring curriculum, and a safe, welcoming environment to support each child's social and moral development. The values include working together, being kind to others, and celebrating differences to foster social responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
KCIS recognises the benefits of exercise for mental and physical health, concentration and peer relationships. Each class has two outdoor breaks totaling 1 hour 30 minutes per day. All students have two PE lessons per week, with activities including Gymnastics, Tag Rugby, Volleyball, Basketball, Football, Dodgeball, Dance, Badminton, Parkour and Fitness Circuits. Students swim at least once a week and compete in ISSA swim meets.
Languages

Language Provision
French is taught in KS2.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Book a school visit. KCIS invites all parents to book an appointment to visit the school; visits are generally conducted Monday–Friday 8.30am–2pm, but can be arranged at other times by appointment. 2. Meet with the Director and assessment. You and your child will be invited to meet with the Director of Education, and your child's two most recent report cards will be reviewed; your child may be asked to complete an assessment. KCIS uses the British Curriculum (The English National Curriculum). 3. Secure a place. When the school offers a place for your child, pay the enrollment fee to secure the place; parents then submit the final documents online and pay the appropriate school fees prior to commencement. 4. Enrolment documents submission. Return the following items to the KCIS office: the online Enrolment Form, Home Form, Choices Form, Communication Form, and Swimming Consent; provide one passport photo; copies of Passport or Birth Certificate and Vaccination record; two most recent school reports (if applicable); map or directions to home for emergencies; and a bank slip for Registration and School Fees. The school will call to confirm a starting date after submission. 5. Starting date and class placement. The starting date is confirmed by KCIS after documents are submitted; KCIS has six academic years and allocates Year 1 to children aged 5 at the start of the school year, Year 2 to age 6, Year 3 to age 7, Year 4 to age 8, Year 5 to age 9, and Year 6 to age 10, with class placement by date of birth on 1 September.

Scholarships
KCIS offers bursaries with up to 50% discount off school fees for students to study at KCIS. Bursaries are available for all years of study (ages 5 to 12) and are awarded twice a year. The next bursary application deadline is 30 November 2025. Applications are submitted to the Bursary Committee, and completed application forms along with the child's two most recent school reports should be returned in person to KCIS, or by mail to the KCIS office. For more information please email bursaries@kciskampala.com or call 077 6666 885. An application form can be downloaded.
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