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Sycamore International School

Uganda, Kampala

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees UGX 8,200,000
Ages 1 - 12 years
Pupil numbers 173
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), British Curriculum
Taught languages French, Swahili
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Sycamore International School offers the Cambridge Primary curriculum alongside the British curriculum for learners aged 1 to 12 in Uganda. The school delivers an interactive, reflective learning experience that builds lifelong skills such as communication, collaboration, problem-solving, innovation, research, risk-taking and strategic thinking. Core subjects—Math, English and Science—are complemented by Global Perspectives and a broad co-curricular program that integrates field trips, P.E., music, ICT, French and Kiswahili into daily learning. Bible teachings are incorporated in lessons, reflecting the school's values-based approach. Weekly enrichment activities include sports (football, basketball, badminton, volleyball), cookery, brain games (Chess, Brain Master mental math, Scrabble), ICT (coding, animation), creative writing, visual arts (painting, drawing, crafts) and performing arts (music, ballet, drama, guitar, piano). The school emphasises community service and student leadership, with a formal Student Leadership program and a Student Council supported by staff. This distinctive blend prepares students for study in international context and beyond.

The Essentials

Sycamore International School has 173 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
Plot 3 Olumi Close, Kitante, Kampala, Uganda. The campus is located in Kitante, Kampala. Phone: +256 776 470 555; +256 700 470 555. Email: admin@sycamore.ac.ug.

Stages
Early Years and Primary.

Type
International school offering the Cambridge curriculum.

Country affiliation
Uganda

Religious affiliation
Christian (non-denominational)
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform. Early Years & Reception wear a grey dress or grey shorts with a blue shirt, a jumper, and socks; Lower and Upper Primary wear a blue shirt with a grey skirt/shorts, a belt, a jumper, and socks; a sports kit is included for activities.

Food Options
Lunch is included in tuition.

Governance and Ownership
Governance is led by a Director and a Principal. It is a Christian school.
Fees

Annual tuition at Sycamore International School ranges from UGX 8,200,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Admission Fees
- Interview (application) fee: UGX 150,000 per applicant.
- Admission fee (one-time, non-refundable): USD 100.

Tuition fees by year group (per term and annual total)
- Foundation (Early Years to Reception, ages 1.5–4): UGX 2,490,000 per term (USD 100 per term). Annual total (3 terms): UGX 7,470,000 (USD 300).
- Lower Primary (Year 1 to Year 3, ages 5–7): UGX 2,590,000 per term (USD 150 per term). Annual total (3 terms): UGX 7,770,000 (USD 450).
- Upper Primary (Year 4 to Year 6, ages 8–10): UGX 2,920,000 per term (USD 200 per term). Annual total (3 terms): UGX 8,760,000 (USD 600).
- Lower Secondary (Year 7 to Year 9): UGX 3,150,000 per term (USD 350 per term). Annual total (3 terms): UGX 9,450,000 (USD 1,050).
- Upper Secondary (Year 10 to Year 13): Fee not published / listed as TBD in the available fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is divided into three terms; tuition is payable each term. Prompt payment is desirable.
- Payments may be made in both Ugandan shillings (UGX) and US dollars (USD) where shown. Tuition amounts are shown in both currencies for the applicable year groups.
- When paying by electronic bank transfer (EFT/RTGS), use the child's name as the payment reference. All payments should be made using the SchoolPay system or to the school bank account. No cash payments are accepted at the school.

Boarding fees
- No boarding or boarding fees are listed in the published fee schedule; the available fee schedule indicates day-school arrangements (tuition includes lunch) and does not specify boarding charges. This indicates boarding is not applicable in the published schedule.

Other costs and regularly listed additional fees
- Development fee (annual): UGX 250,000.
- Swimming: UGX 160,000 per term.
- Co-curricular activities: listed range UGX 60,000 to UGX 170,000 (amounts may vary by activity; listed as TBC for some activities).
- Outdoor education trips and Checkpoint examination fees (Year 6 & Year 9): amounts listed as TBC in the published schedule.
- School uniform (full-set prices by stage):
- Early Years & Reception (full set): UGX 285,000.
- Year 1 to Year 6 (full set): UGX 380,000.
- Year 7 to Year 9 (full set): UGX 450,000.
- The published uniform schedule also lists unit prices for items (e.g., shirts, trousers, jumpers, socks, belts) and typical quantities per set; parents should budget for the full-set amount shown for the relevant year group.

Refund information
- Refunds are permitted only under the school's stated terms and conditions; refunds are subject to the rules set out in the Parents' Handbook. Specific refund conditions (timing, amounts forfeited, or eligibility) are defined in those terms.

Fee payment options (methods accepted and instructions)
- SchoolPay online payment system (SchoolPay code provided on the application form).
- Electronic bank transfer (EFT) / Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) to the school bank account; use the child's name as the payment reference.
- The published instructions explicitly state that all payments must be made via SchoolPay or the school bank account and that no cash payments are allowed at the school.

Brief note on the fee schedule used
- The details above are taken from the school's published Fee Structure (2024–2025) and the school's Fees Schedule page, which are the most recent fee documents available in the school's public admissions materials. No later academic-year fee schedule (2025–2026 or 2026–2027) was found in the school's published downloads at the time of review.
Academics

Sycamore International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), British Curriculum for students aged 1 to 12.

Curriculum
The curriculum is interactive, reflective and fun. It imparts lifelong learning skills including communication, collaboration, problem-solving, innovation, research, risk-taking and strategic thinking, focusing on 21st-century competencies. Core subjects Math, English, Science, and Global Perspectives are integrated with co-curricular activities. Physical Education (P.E.), music, ICT, French, Kiswahili and field trips are included in the program. Bible teachings are incorporated in lessons.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Character is important and spiritual life is central to the education at SIS. Bible teachings are integrated into lessons to connect classroom topics to everyday life. Devotions begin each day in every classroom, and chapel is held on Fridays, with weekly times of prayer for staff. The curriculum supports holistic development including social, physical, psychological, intellectual and spiritual growth.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
On admission, an assessment identifies whether the student will need special or additional support on enrolment. Lessons are individualized to ensure that no child is left behind.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
French and Kiswahili are taught as part of the curriculum alongside English as a core subject.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is supported through holistic development that includes social, physical, psychological, intellectual and spiritual growth. Spiritual life activities, including daily devotions and chapel, support emotional wellbeing. Physical education and the arts contribute to overall wellbeing.
Parent Experience

Community
The Cambridge curriculum shapes learners as Confident, Responsible, Reflective, Innovative, and Engaged. Bible teachings are integrated into lessons. The curriculum blends international and local experiences, and values diversity, embracing learners, staff and parents regardless of race, faith, gender, or cognitive abilities. Student life includes Visual and Performing Arts, Spiritual Life, and Sports and PE; events such as Poetry Week 2026 and Christmas Production 2025 are showcased in the gallery, and the school operates from two Kampala campuses: Kitante and Kansanga.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers weekly enrichment activities. These activities include sports (football, basketball, badminton, volleyball); cookery; brain games (Chess, Brain Master mental math, Scrabble); ICT (coding, animation); creative writing; visual arts (painting, drawing, crafts); performing arts (music, ballet, drama, guitar, piano). Some activities attract a small fee, and offerings may change depending on coaches and availability.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Brain games include Chess, Brain Master (mental math), and Scrabble. ICT covers coding and animation. These co-curricular activities foster thinking skills and academic engagement beyond regular lessons. Some co-curricular activities attract a small fee and may change depending on student preferences and coach availability.

Arts & Creative
Visual Arts includes painting, drawing and crafts. Performing Arts includes music, ballet, drama, guitar and piano. Creative Writing is offered as a co-curricular activity.

Social & Hobbies
Cookery is offered as a weekly enrichment activity. Brain games include Chess, Brain Master (mental math), and Scrabble. These activities enable students to socialize and explore interests outside formal lessons.

Community & Service
We involve students in community service by giving their time and other donations to those in need. In the past, students along with their parents and staff have donated food, textbooks, scholastic materials and clothes to local schools and orphanages. We adopted a school and conducted teacher training to assist them in delivering effective teaching amid scarce resources.

Leadership & Professional
Student Leadership 2024-2025 includes Student Heads, Head Boy and Head Girl, and Councillors. A Student Council Teacher supports the student leaders. Directors include Service, Membership, Club Admin and Projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and PE are offered, including football, basketball, badminton, and volleyball.
Languages

Language Provision
Cambridge Primary English is taught. French is taught as an International Language. Swahili is taught. The Cambridge Primary curriculum is used, and languages are integrated with core subjects.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Visit any of our campuses and see the Admissions Officer or Head Teacher. You will be requested to book an appointment to assess your child. The assessment aims to gauge the student's progress and identify if they will need special or additional support on enrolment. The student's performance in the assessment does not affect the admission decision. 2. You will be requested to fill the Admission Forms. 3. You will be given a deposit slip or bank details to make your initial Admission deposit. Your admission will not be considered complete until you have returned the deposit slip. 4. Alternative application process. For alternative application process, click the link below to apply online. Online Application. 5. On admission, the following documents are required: A copy of birth certificate and, for Early Years, a copy of the immunization card; Two passport size photos for the student; One passport photo and copy of national identity card or passport details for parents/guardian; One passport photo and copy of national identity card or passport details for emergency contact; Copies of the last 3 report cards from the previous school (where applicable). The passport photos can be scanned and emailed along with the other documents.
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