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Sycamore International School

Plot 3 Olumi Close, Kitante, Kampala, Uganda
Cambridge PrimaryBritish CurriculumRolling Admissions
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Data verified from public sources
Annual Fees$ 300 – $ 1,050
Ages1 – 12

Sycamore International School is a Cambridge Primary / British Curriculum school in Kampala, Uganda. Annual tuition ranges from $300 to $1,050 USD.

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Location & Getting There

Plot 3 Olumi Close, Kitante, Kampala, UgandaOpen in Maps

NanaSays Scorecard

Boarding Available
EAL Support
SEN Support
Rolling Admissions

Key Details

Curricula Offered
Cambridge PrimaryYes
British CurriculumYes
Support Services
EAL SupportYes
SEN SupportYes
WellbeingYes
Bus ServiceNo
Languages of Instruction
EnglishFrenchSwahili

Academic Performance

41% 9–4
GCSE Results

Key facts

Ages
1–12

About

Sycamore International School is a co-educational Christian day school in Kampala, Uganda, serving learners aged 1 to 12 through the Cambridge Primary and British curriculum. The school delivers an interactive, reflective learning experience focused on 21st-century skills, integrating core academics with a broad co-curricular programme spanning sports, arts, ICT, French, and Kiswahili. A values-based ethos with daily devotions, chapel, a formal Student Leadership programme, and Student Council distinguishes its approach to holistic development.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

  • Sport
  • Visual and Creative Arts
  • Languages

Fees & Financials

Grade / YearAnnual Fee
Lower Secondary (Year 7-9)UGX 1,050
Lower Primary (Year 1-3, ages 5-7)UGX 450
Upper Primary (Year 4-6, ages 8-10)UGX 600
Foundation (Early Years to Reception, ages 1.5-4)UGX 300

Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.

Original currency: UGX 7,470,000 - 9,450,000.

Admissions Process

  1. 1Visit a campus and see the Admissions Officer or Head Teacher to book an appointment for a child assessment. 2. Complete Admission Forms. 3. Pay the initial admission deposit via deposit slip or bank details. 4. Alternatively, apply online via the school's Online Application portal. 5. Submit required documents: birth certificate (and immunisation card for Early Years), two passport photos for the student, one passport photo and ID/passport copy for parents/guardian and emergency contact, and copies of the last three report cards from the previous school where applicable.

Admissions Details

Admission Deposit
$100
due on acceptance

Student Life

Uniform

Early Years and 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 or shorts, a belt, a jumper, and socks. A sports kit is included for activities.

Food & Dining

Lunch is included in tuition.

Clubs & Activities
Academic and IntellectualArts and CreativeCommunity and Service

Facilities & Programmes

Arts
Music
Drama
Visual Arts
Ballet
Guitar
Piano
Painting
Drawing
Crafts
Co-Curricular
Football
Basketball
Badminton
Volleyball
Cookery
Chess
Brain Master
Scrabble

Wellbeing & Safety

Pastoral & Mental Health

Wellbeing is supported through holistic development encompassing social, physical, psychological, intellectual and spiritual growth. Daily devotions in every classroom and weekly chapel support emotional wellbeing. Physical education and arts programmes further contribute to overall student wellbeing.

Student Demographics

Age Range
112
Early Years
Primary School

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Governed by a Director and a Principal. Privately run Christian school.

Religious Affiliation

Christian (non-denominational)

Frequently Asked Questions

Fees at Sycamore International School vary by year group. Contact the admissions office for a full fee schedule.