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Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, SEN focussed
Typical class size 15
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Quality International School, Uganda, opened in 2013 and is fully licensed, registered and accredited by the Ministry of Education & Sports Uganda. It serves learners aged 3 to 18, offering programmes from Early Years Foundation through International A-Levels. The curriculum blends EYFS, the British Curriculum, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, with a dedicated Inclusive Education Department for Special Needs Education. The school runs a staged program: Early Years Foundation (3–5), iPrimary (3–11), iLower Secondary (11–14), International GCSE (14–16) and International A-Levels (16–19). QINES emphasises an inclusive environment that nurtures curiosity, creativity and global awareness through a broad, engaging curriculum. Ongoing formative assessment guides teaching, with emphasis on critical thinking, collaboration and independent learning. The sense of family and community on campus underpins learning, wellbeing and involvement of parents as partners in education. Careers Day and Campus Life illustrate leadership opportunities and student life beyond the classroom. That together supports every learner.
Quality International School has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.
Location
Manchester Road - Kyanja, Kampala, Uganda
Stages
Early Years Foundation (3 to 5 years); iPrimary (3 to 11 years); iLower Secondary (11 to 14 years); International GCSE (14 to 16 years); International A-Levels (16 to 19 years); Special Needs Education (Inclusive Education Department)
Type
International school offering programmes from Early Years Foundation through International A-Levels
Additional learning support
Special Needs Education; Inclusive Education Department
Fees
Annual tuition at Quality International School ranges from UGX 6,027,028 to UGX 28,975,277 for 2026/27.
Application and Admission Fees - A non-refundable admission/application fee of UGX 200,000 is payable once at registration.
Tuition and Term Fees (published information) - Term fees are required and must be paid before the first day of attendance each term; specific term-by-term tuition amounts by year group are not published. The school requires payment of term fees in advance of term start.
Annual Curriculum and Examination Fees - An annual curriculum and examination fee of USD 600 is charged in addition to term tuition; this is payable in USD to the school's foundation account.
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms - All term fees must be paid before the start of the term. - Fee payments (local currency) are accepted by direct deposit / bank transfer (RTGS/EFT) to the school's UGX account: Bank of Africa UGX account number 03595120006. Annual curriculum and examination fees (USD) are payable to the Quality International Foundation USD account at Bank of Africa, account number 03700020017.
Boarding Fees - No boarding fees or boarding provision are published; there is no published boarding fee schedule.
Other costs and ancillary fees - The published enrolment prerequisites include administrative items (two recent passport-size student photographs, one for each guardian, copy of birth certificate or passport, previous academic reports, parents'/guardians' national ID, a medical report, and an immunization card). These items are required at registration; no specific published charges for uniforms, textbooks, transport, or uniform costs are listed.
Refund and Cancellation Policy - All fees paid are non-refundable.
Fee Payment Options - Local currency payments: direct deposit / bank transfer (RTGS/EFT) to the Bank of Africa UGX account (03595120006). - USD payments for annual curriculum and examination fees: Bank of Africa USD account (03700020017) payable to Quality International Foundation. No other payment methods are listed for fee payments.
Summary of what was located and outstanding detail - The school's published fees information confirms the one-time admission fee (UGX 200,000), the annual curriculum/examination fee (USD 600), the bank accounts for UGX and USD payments, the requirement that term fees be paid before term start, and that all fees are non-refundable. The school's published materials do not provide a public, itemized schedule listing tuition amounts per year group or per term, nor do they publish boarding fees or uniform costs; those specific tuition figures and any boarding or uniform charges are not available in the school's publicly posted fee notices.
Academics
Quality International School teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, SEN focussed for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
QINES is an inclusive school that nurtures curiosity, creativity and global awareness through an inspiring, broad and engaging curriculum. The school offers a staged program: Early Years Foundation (3 to 5 years), iPrimary (3 to 11 years), iLower Secondary (11 to 14 years), International GCSE (14 to 16 years) and International A-Levels (16 to 19 years). Pearson Edxcel guides the curriculum, with a dedicated Inclusive Education Department for Special Needs Education. The program aims to challenge each child and help them thrive as an individual. The school emphasizes a sense of family and community within its learning environment.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Well-being and character development are central to QINES. The core values are Moral integrity, Ambition, Responsibility and Kindness. The school aims to develop a love of lifelong learning and a culture of perseverance so learners flourish emotionally, socially, academically and physically. Students are encouraged to challenge themselves, think critically, explore different approaches, reflect on their learning and collaborate as a team. Teachers are supportive and responsive to each child's needs, feelings and interests, and diversity is valued and respected. Parents are partners, with ongoing communication to support positive outcomes for each learner.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
QINES has a Special Needs Policy. The school is an inclusive environment focused on providing education that challenges and supports all learners. The policy emphasizes access and equity for students with disabilities, reasonable adjustments, and proactive measures to enable participation in academic, cultural and social life. It sets out processes for disclosure, accommodation and disability-related planning, including a Disability Action Plan (DAP) lodged with Ugandan authorities and ongoing staff training. The policy also covers safeguarding, complaints handling and governance around inclusive education across school activities.
Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is integrated into the Educational Ethos. Core values foster resilience, self-esteem, and respect for others, supporting students' emotional and social health. The Principles of Learning emphasize supportive, responsive teaching and valuing diversity, which contributes to a positive sense of belonging. Relationships between teachers and students are built to support each learner's emotional and physical development, and parents are encouraged to be active partners in their child's well-being.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a priority through the Child Protection Policy. The policy aims to keep learners safe from abuse and harm, with the primary objective of protecting all students. It outlines responsibilities, staff training requirements and clear procedures for identifying, responding to and reporting concerns. The policy adopts a rights-based, learner-centered approach, ensuring equal protection and safeguarding across all activities and facilities, and it requires transparent communication of policy guidelines to staff, parents and contractors. The school also cooperates with relevant authorities in safeguarding matters when necessary.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit the application with the non-refundable application fee; no application will be processed or Entrance Assessment conducted without proof of payment; use the applicant's name as the payment reference. 2. The Admissions Department will schedule the Entrance Assessment; successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer from the Admissions Department. 3. Overseas applicants or those transferring from another school will undergo an assessment on arrival/start of school. 4. Registration prerequisites include two recent passport photos of the student and one for each guardian, a copy of the student's birth certificate or passport, copies of the student's previous academic reports, copies of each parent/guardian's National ID, a medical report from the doctor, an immunization card/vaccination card, and a non-refundable admission fee of UGX 200,000. 5. Enrolment requirements include payment of the admission fee UGX 200,000, payment of term fees before the first day of attendance, and payment of the annual curriculum fees USD 600.
FAQs
What curriculum does Quality International School follow?
QINES offers EYFS, British Curriculum with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and International A-Levels. The staged programme covers Early Years Foundation, iPrimary, iLower Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Levels.
What ages does the school serve?
The school serves learners aged 3 to 18 across all stages from Early Years Foundation through to International A-Levels.
What learning support is available?
QINES has a dedicated Inclusive Education Department for Special Needs Education. The Special Needs Policy provides access, equity, reasonable adjustments, and a Disability Action Plan lodged with Ugandan authorities.
What are the school's core values?
The four core values are Moral integrity, Ambition, Responsibility, and Kindness. These underpin all teaching, learning, and wellbeing programmes.
How many students attend?
QINES has approximately 350 students in a co-educational setting on its Kyanja campus in Kampala.
When was the school founded?
QINES opened in 2013 and is fully licensed, registered, and accredited by the Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
A Child Protection Policy outlines responsibilities, staff training requirements, and clear procedures for identifying and responding to abuse and harm.
How does admissions work?
Submit an application with a non-refundable UGX 200,000 fee. The Admissions Department schedules an Entrance Assessment. Successful applicants receive formal offers.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Campus Life features activities including Careers Day, student life initiatives, and events supporting leadership, arts, and community engagement.
What languages are taught?
English is the medium of instruction. The curriculum is designed with EAL learners in mind, based on the English National Curriculum with an international approach.
