Acacia International School
International School in Kampala
Quick answer
Acacia International School in Kampala serves students aged 3 to 18 across a Ugandan-curriculum-blended international model. The school combines British and American educational frameworks, with 28 nationalities represented. Accredited by MSA-CESS and CIE. Tuition $6,424-$12,725 per year. Strong fit for diplomatic, NGO and corporate expat families on East African assignments seeking US/UK-track education in Uganda's capital.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, American leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $6,424–$12,725/yr published annual range.
- 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 verified.
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.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $6,424 – $12,725 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 24409589 Shilling-48356038 Shilling |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $9,775(+2%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $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
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