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Quality International School

Uganda, Kampala

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees UGX 6,027,028 - 28,975,277
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 350
Type Co-educational
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, SEN focussed
Typical class size 15
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Quality International School, Uganda, opened in 2013 and is fully licensed, registered and accredited by the Ministry of Education & Sports Uganda. It serves learners aged 3 to 18, offering programmes from Early Years Foundation through International A-Levels. The curriculum blends EYFS, the British Curriculum, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, with a dedicated Inclusive Education Department for Special Needs Education. The school runs a staged program: Early Years Foundation (3–5), iPrimary (3–11), iLower Secondary (11–14), International GCSE (14–16) and International A-Levels (16–19). QINES emphasises an inclusive environment that nurtures curiosity, creativity and global awareness through a broad, engaging curriculum. Ongoing formative assessment guides teaching, with emphasis on critical thinking, collaboration and independent learning. The sense of family and community on campus underpins learning, wellbeing and involvement of parents as partners in education. Careers Day and Campus Life illustrate leadership opportunities and student life beyond the classroom. That together supports every learner.

The Essentials

Quality International School has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Manchester Road - Kyanja, Kampala, Uganda

Stages
Early Years Foundation (3 to 5 years); iPrimary (3 to 11 years); iLower Secondary (11 to 14 years); International GCSE (14 to 16 years); International A-Levels (16 to 19 years); Special Needs Education (Inclusive Education Department)

Type
International school offering programmes from Early Years Foundation through International A-Levels

Additional learning support
Special Needs Education; Inclusive Education Department
Fees

Annual tuition at Quality International School ranges from UGX 6,027,028 to UGX 28,975,277 for 2026/27.

Application and Admission Fees
- A non-refundable admission/application fee of UGX 200,000 is payable once at registration.

Tuition and Term Fees (published information)
- Term fees are required and must be paid before the first day of attendance each term; specific term-by-term tuition amounts by year group are not published. The school requires payment of term fees in advance of term start.

Annual Curriculum and Examination Fees
- An annual curriculum and examination fee of USD 600 is charged in addition to term tuition; this is payable in USD to the school's foundation account.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- All term fees must be paid before the start of the term.
- Fee payments (local currency) are accepted by direct deposit / bank transfer (RTGS/EFT) to the school's UGX account: Bank of Africa UGX account number 03595120006. Annual curriculum and examination fees (USD) are payable to the Quality International Foundation USD account at Bank of Africa, account number 03700020017.

Boarding Fees
- No boarding fees or boarding provision are published; there is no published boarding fee schedule.

Other costs and ancillary fees
- The published enrolment prerequisites include administrative items (two recent passport-size student photographs, one for each guardian, copy of birth certificate or passport, previous academic reports, parents'/guardians' national ID, a medical report, and an immunization card). These items are required at registration; no specific published charges for uniforms, textbooks, transport, or uniform costs are listed.

Refund and Cancellation Policy
- All fees paid are non-refundable.

Fee Payment Options
- Local currency payments: direct deposit / bank transfer (RTGS/EFT) to the Bank of Africa UGX account (03595120006).
- USD payments for annual curriculum and examination fees: Bank of Africa USD account (03700020017) payable to Quality International Foundation. No other payment methods are listed for fee payments.

Summary of what was located and outstanding detail
- The school's published fees information confirms the one-time admission fee (UGX 200,000), the annual curriculum/examination fee (USD 600), the bank accounts for UGX and USD payments, the requirement that term fees be paid before term start, and that all fees are non-refundable. The school's published materials do not provide a public, itemized schedule listing tuition amounts per year group or per term, nor do they publish boarding fees or uniform costs; those specific tuition figures and any boarding or uniform charges are not available in the school's publicly posted fee notices.
Academics

Quality International School teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, SEN focussed for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
QINES is an inclusive school that nurtures curiosity, creativity and global awareness through an inspiring, broad and engaging curriculum. The school offers a staged program: Early Years Foundation (3 to 5 years), iPrimary (3 to 11 years), iLower Secondary (11 to 14 years), International GCSE (14 to 16 years) and International A-Levels (16 to 19 years). Pearson Edxcel guides the curriculum, with a dedicated Inclusive Education Department for Special Needs Education. The program aims to challenge each child and help them thrive as an individual. The school emphasizes a sense of family and community within its learning environment.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Well-being and character development are central to QINES. The core values are Moral integrity, Ambition, Responsibility and Kindness. The school aims to develop a love of lifelong learning and a culture of perseverance so learners flourish emotionally, socially, academically and physically. Students are encouraged to challenge themselves, think critically, explore different approaches, reflect on their learning and collaborate as a team. Teachers are supportive and responsive to each child's needs, feelings and interests, and diversity is valued and respected. Parents are partners, with ongoing communication to support positive outcomes for each learner.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
QINES has a Special Needs Policy. The school is an inclusive environment focused on providing education that challenges and supports all learners. The policy emphasizes access and equity for students with disabilities, reasonable adjustments, and proactive measures to enable participation in academic, cultural and social life. It sets out processes for disclosure, accommodation and disability-related planning, including a Disability Action Plan (DAP) lodged with Ugandan authorities and ongoing staff training. The policy also covers safeguarding, complaints handling and governance around inclusive education across school activities.

Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is integrated into the Educational Ethos. Core values foster resilience, self-esteem, and respect for others, supporting students' emotional and social health. The Principles of Learning emphasize supportive, responsive teaching and valuing diversity, which contributes to a positive sense of belonging. Relationships between teachers and students are built to support each learner's emotional and physical development, and parents are encouraged to be active partners in their child's well-being.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a priority through the Child Protection Policy. The policy aims to keep learners safe from abuse and harm, with the primary objective of protecting all students. It outlines responsibilities, staff training requirements and clear procedures for identifying, responding to and reporting concerns. The policy adopts a rights-based, learner-centered approach, ensuring equal protection and safeguarding across all activities and facilities, and it requires transparent communication of policy guidelines to staff, parents and contractors. The school also cooperates with relevant authorities in safeguarding matters when necessary.
Parent Experience

History
Opened in 2013; fully licensed, registered and accredited by the Ministry of Education & Sports Uganda.

Community
The school has an outstanding reputation for family and community and provides learning opportunities beyond the ordinary. It is an exciting, vibrant and inclusive primary school with a dynamic and diverse community. Community events include Staff Professional Development, Independence Day, Half Term Holidays, Book Week, Science Day, World AIDS Day, and Persons With Disability.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers an inclusive education with a broad and engaging curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity and global awareness. Our core values of Moral integrity, Ambition, Responsibility and Kindness are the foundation of teaching and learning and help students flourish emotionally, socially, academically and physically. Teachers use ongoing formative assessment to track each child's learning and plan next steps, with emphasis on critical thinking, collaboration and independent learning. The curriculum spans Early Years Foundation, iPrimary, iLower Secondary, International GCSE and International A-Levels, including Special Needs Education.

Arts & Creative
The school nurtures curiosity, creativity and global awareness through an inspiring, broad and engaging curriculum. The school has an outstanding sense of family and community and offers learning opportunities far beyond the ordinary. Campus Life features activities and events that support student life and leadership development, including Careers Day and Student Life. The curriculum includes International GCSE and International A-Levels, providing opportunities for creative application of knowledge.

Cultural & Language
QINES is an inclusive school with a dynamic and diverse community and a focus on global awareness. Our Educational Ethos states that diversity is valued and respected and that students collaborate and are team players. The curriculum includes International GCSE and International A-Levels, aligning with international standards and global content. We also empower internationally minded learners.

Social & Hobbies
Campus Life highlights student life and leadership opportunities, including Careers Day. There is a strong sense of family and community on campus. Parents are partners in education, engaged with their child's learning to support positive outcomes. The school provides opportunities for social interaction and teamwork through events and activities.

Leadership & Professional
Campus Life focuses on developing leadership and life skills through student life initiatives, including Careers Day. The school emphasizes creating the next leaders and fosters a sense of family and community. The internationally oriented curriculum supports progression to higher education and global careers, including International GCSE and International A-Levels. The instructional approach develops critical thinking, collaboration and independence for professional growth.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-being is a core focus of learning; the core values of Moral integrity, Ambition, Responsibility and Kindness underpin well-being. Principles Of Learning emphasize positive relationships, diversity and responsive teaching that supports each child's emotional and physical development. There is a strong sense of family and community on campus that sustains student well-being, and parents are partners in maintaining positive outcomes.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English and offers a one-stop international curriculum for 3 to 11 year olds. It is based on the English National Curriculum (2014) with an international approach. The curriculum is written with learners of English as an additional language (EAL) in mind.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the application with the non-refundable application fee; no application will be processed or Entrance Assessment conducted without proof of payment; use the applicant's name as the payment reference. 2. The Admissions Department will schedule the Entrance Assessment; successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer from the Admissions Department. 3. Overseas applicants or those transferring from another school will undergo an assessment on arrival/start of school. 4. Registration prerequisites include two recent passport photos of the student and one for each guardian, a copy of the student's birth certificate or passport, copies of the student's previous academic reports, copies of each parent/guardian's National ID, a medical report from the doctor, an immunization card/vaccination card, and a non-refundable admission fee of UGX 200,000. 5. Enrolment requirements include payment of the admission fee UGX 200,000, payment of term fees before the first day of attendance, and payment of the annual curriculum fees USD 600.
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