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Take a look at some of the more frequently asked questions we get here at the International School of Uganda (ISU), Kampala.
When can an application be submitted?
Applications can be submitted throughout the year. Obviously, the earlier the better to secure a space.
Does ISU offer financial assistance?
Yes, we do offer financial assistance. For more information, please visit our Fees & Assistance page.
Do you give a discount for multiple children in one family?
Self-funding families can apply for financial assistance which varies according to the number of children in a family.
Do you carry out student assessments?
We base our initial assessment on academic reports and the confidential information form.
Do you offer a lunch service?
Lunch is optional and there is a choice between vegetarian and non-vegetarian each day. We do not serve pork and we do try to cater for most dietary restrictions. Senior School students have access to a microwave to heat up their own food.
Does your school have a uniform?
We do not have a school uniform but all students are expected to adhere to the dress code. Junior School students are required to wear a school sports uniform available from the school office.
Does ISU offer scholarships?
We do offer scholarships and more information can be found on our Scholarships page.
Who owns the school?
The school is owned by the parents and teachers. It is a not-for-profit school and any profit at the end of the year is ploughed back into the school's programmes and campus.
Seven of the nine Board members are elected by the Association members to stand for a 2-year term. One Board member is appointed by the Board and the other by the US Ambassador.
My child has learning challenges, can the school help?
Yes, we support all students that are enrolled at the school, providing additional English classes and targeted support, with experienced staff who are able to respond to individual needs.
My child is not used to the International Baccalaureate, how will she adapt?
The IB programmes are designed around skills and inquiry which allows students to access the curriculum. The programmes build on a student's current knowledge.
How secure is the campus?
The campus is walled and has guards at every gate. The students, staff, carers and parents are issued with an ID to allow easy but secure entry and vehicles are issued with a security sticker.
My child is in year 4, what grade will he be in?
Students are placed according to their age and educational background. We have a grade placement guide.
Does the school have a nurse on duty?
Yes, whenever children are in school, there are two nurses on duty who can deal with minor issues and will call the parents if a doctor's attention is needed.
Is the bus service safe?
All the drivers are trained in defensive driving techniques, all buses are air-conditioned, equipped with three-point seat belts with booster seats for smaller children, and webcams are fitted that look both forwards and backwards. Every bus has an adult monitor as well as a driver.
Can the students use the campus on weekends and during holidays?
Yes, the campus, including the swimming pool, football pitches, and Leopard's exercise trail, is available to the ISU community when it is not in use by the school.
How does the school address environmental concerns?
The school is currently working on a Board-driven greening initiative. This includes ensuring that environmental issues are part of the curriculum, that new buildings incorporate energy-saving designs and equipment, and that rainwater is saved and reused.
The campus is like a botanical garden and there is a continuous programme of maintenance and replanting.
How do teachers keep up to date with educational thinking?
Teachers are required to undertake professional development and attend courses and workshops, either in person or online.
Does the school have a Library?
Yes, the Library is stocked with over 25,000 books, journals and magazines. The Library also has access to databanks and online publications.
The ISU community, including parents, are welcome to enjoy the Library and borrow books. There is an extensive mother-tongue section as well as a Ugandan publication section in the Library.
Can my children take part in after school clubs?
There is an extensive after school activity (ASA) programme which all children from Kinder to Grade 12 are welcome to attend.
Can my son travel on the bus from Ntinda?
The bus service is available from the main residential areas in Kampala including Ntinda, Munyonyo, Makindye, Lubowa and Entebbe.
