A warm welcome to our British international school in Kampala
Welcome to Kampala and welcome to GEMS Cambridge International School.
Located in the serene and tranquil area of Butabika, next to the Royal
Palms Estate, we are an English curriculum school offering the very best
education from one of the leading international schools in Kampala.
Every day our teachers and staff strive to help students aged 3-18, from
all backgrounds, cultures and educational levels to learn, thrive and
grow. We're working to make sure every single pupil we teach benefits
from an internationally respected education which gets them ready for
their future in Uganda or abroad.
Explore our school
So, how do we do it? We'd love to invite to you learn a little more
about what makes us one of the best international schools in Kampala.
Step inside to explore our facilities, discover amazing activities and
find out just how much your child could achieve...
Learning
We teach the National Curriculum for England from Pre- Foundation Stage
(age 2.5 years) to Year 13. But academic excellence at an international
standard is just the start. We're passionate about offering every
student every possible chance to succeed and discover their talent. To
do this, we provide a diverse range of learning, enrichment and
extra-curricular opportunities appropriate to each student’s unique
stage of development.
Our goal is to nurture our students' confidence and independence, giving
your child the educational support they need to grow into flexible and
resilient young adults, ready to succeed in an ever-more competitive and
globalized world. At the heart of our international school in Kampala,
you'll find a strong, clear ethos, founded on:
•Academic excellence
•Outstanding early education which gives pupils a strong head-start
in life
•Helping young people develop confidence, initiative and
independence
•Teaching students usable skills they need to succeed professionally
after education
•Exceptional teaching which supports and inspires students at every
educational level
•Powerful classroom technology which enriches and supports learning
•Strong relationships with parents
•A passion for arts, sports and extra-curricular subjects to help
every student realise their talents
A British curriculum reflects our international approach
We are proud to teach the British National Curriculum here at GEMS
Cambridge International School, Kampala. We're passionate about the
opportunities the British curriculum has to offer our students, and
thrilled to teach a curriculum which can open doors to so many
prestigious higher education establishments all over the world.
Balance, creative thinking & measurability
The British curriculum is taught in over 150 countries all over the
world. But what is it that makes a British curriculum school in Kampala
such a good fit for your child?
•Balance & a wide-angle view With a liberal approach and a wide-angle view of subjects from history
to religion, the British curriculum is perfect for giving your child a
well-rounded, modern view of the world, wherever they study. Covering
all major science, arts and humanities subjects, this curriculum is
perfect for developing well-informed students with a balanced view of
the world they live in.
•Creativity & critical thinking
This curriculum is excellent at teaching children to think for
themselves. Our teachers work hard to encourage open debate and
discussion among students, helping them develop their own beliefs and
express their opinions with clarity and confidence. Embracing creativity
both in artistic expression and individual thought is another
cornerstone of this outstanding system.
•Measurability & progress checking
The British National Curriculum has a very clear, detailed framework
which provides everyone involved with a clear map of the student's
progress. This helps them to stay on course and achieve their personal
goals.
The British curriculum with an international flavour
As respected and effective as the British curriculum may be, we don't
teach our students in a bubble. Proudly located in tranquil Butabika, we
ensure all our pupils have a sophisticated understanding of the country,
continent and world around them.
Key curriculum information
Our British curriculum school in Kampala teaches the National Curriculum
to early years pupils, through Key Stage 1, 2, 3 & 4, up to iGCSE level,
AS Level, A Level and BTEC level. After completing their chosen
educational path our students can attain:
•iGCSEs in all subjects •AS (Advanced Subsidiary) level qualifications •A (Advanced) level qualifications •EdExcel BTEC level 2 & level 3
Early years & Key Stage 1
Also known as Foundation Stage (FS), we enrol children aged 3 to 5 (Key
Stage 1) on the British curriculum. At this early stage we concentrate
on key aspects of your child's learning journey such as:
•Keeping track of progress
Monitoring and assessing each student's development against age
appropriate performance standards
•Supporting growth
Encouraging and helping children to reach their full potential,
whatever their natural aptitudes
•Developing social skills
Helping our young people as they develop the skills, knowledge and
understanding they need to interact effectively in a complex and
changing world
•Introducing education
Familiarising youngsters with reading, writing, science, mathematics
and IT through practical tasks and playtime activities
•Exploring our world
From carefully structured play to regular field trips, we encourage
an active interest in the world around us
By the end of Key Stage 1, year 2, we aim to have developed young pupils
with a love of learning, basic literacy and numeracy, effective social
skills and the ability to read and write. At this level, our students
have a wide world view, with a growing knowledge of history, geography
and science. Our year 2 pupils will also have discovered creative
outlets for their ideas, feelings and beliefs; from dance and gymnastics
to art and music.
Key Stage 2 & Key Stage 3
This is the learning period described by our British school in Kampala
as “middle school”. Our middle school students will build on the
foundations laid by Foundation and Key Stage 1, with increasingly
advanced teaching which focuses on:
•Measuring achievement
Undertaking ongoing assessments to make sure your child's progress
is continuous and at the level expected for their age group
•Encouraging initiative
We help our students learn actively, share their ideas, think
independently and involve themselves in the learning process
•Teaching core subjects
We dig deeper into English, mathematics, science and IT
•Introducing languages
The earlier your child starts learning foreign languages, the more
proficient they will become. We introduce languages at a very early
stage
•Enhancing creativity & social skills
Our pupils study art, music and practice a diverse range of sports
alongside personal, social and health education
•Engaging in extra-curricular activities
From drama and choir, to computer club and art classes, we encourage
our pupils to challenge themselves and explore their passions
outside class time
•Developing IT skills
Our pupils benefit from our outstanding IT facilities and can
undertake extra Microsoft IT qualifications
•Nurturing leadership qualities
We give all of our students the chance to take on classroom
responsibilities and leadership roles to encourage co-operation,
accountability and teamwork
By the time your child has reached year 6, the final year of Key Stage
2, we hope to have helped to develop a student with a good character,
the ability to articulate themselves clearly, confidence in their
abilities, a broad world view and all the skills they need to embark on
their secondary education.
This secondary education begins in year 7, Key Stage 3. At this stage,
your child will begin studying familiar subjects in more depth. The Key
Stage 3 curriculum includes: English language, English literature,
mathematics, history, geography, religion, the sciences, computer
science, a selection of second languages, art and design, physical
education (PE) and personal, social and health education.
Key Stage 4 & iGCSEs
Years 9, 10 and 11 are the time when your child will need to think about
the iGCSEs they wish to take. The qualifications will be a mix of
compulsory and optional subjects. Generally, our students work towards
around 9 iGCSEs over the course of years 10 and 11. Year 9 remains a
preparatory year for these important qualifications. The subjects they
can choose from include:
Key Stage 4 students interested in pursuing a more vocational path may
also choose to take a level 2 BTEC qualification. Level 2 BTECs are
available in:
•Sport
•Performing Arts
•Engineering
AS & A levels
The final two years at our British curriculum school in Uganda are
devoted to achieving higher qualifications. It is these all-important AS
levels, A levels and BTEC qualifications which give your child the
certification and tools they need to progress professionally and
academically.
We offer a full range of AS and A level courses alongside a number of
level 3 BTEC qualifications in:
•Business
•IT
•Media
•Travel & tourism
Our Campus & Facilities
Wide open spaces, the latest classroom technology, outstanding equipment
- our beautiful campus and our world-class facilities help us to offer a
truly international education from our accessible Kampala school.
With unparalleled access to sports, performing arts and culture, science
and technology, your child will experience a stimulating and supportive
environment - surrounded by learning, inspiration and opportunity.
