Acacia International School
International School in Kampala
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, American leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $6,424–$12,725/yr published in UGX, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 22 Kampala international school.
- 28 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Junior School: 8:00 Senior School: 7:45.
- Accreditations: MSA-CESS, CIE listed accreditations.
28
22 avg
Rolling
MSA-CESS, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Acacia International School
Acacia International School is an independent Christian day school located in Muyenga, Kampala. Acacia's goal is to provide an academically excellent and balanced education in an environment that reflects the love, joy and peace of Christ. In elementary and middle school Acacia follows a North American classical curriculum that is designed for an international setting. In secondary or high school Acacia offers the Cambridge IGCSEs and A-levels which are again built for a diverse international setting.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- In-house specialist staff listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $6,424–$12,725 |
| Annual tuition (UGX) | 24409589 Shilling-48356038 Shilling |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,775(+2%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,275 |
| Cost position in Kampala | 78th percentile(premium tier) |
British, American
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
French
unknown
Acacia provides limited support to students with mild special educational needs. During the application for admissions, children with identified special learning needs are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Junior School: 8:00 Senior School: 7:45 – Junior School: 15:00 Senior School: 15:15
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Kampala
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
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