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Nationalities
| Number of students |
115 Students. |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
26 Nationalities |
| Most common nationality |
Ugandan |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
46% |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We use Google Classroom to assign work and receive it. All students have a Kindle fire. Laptop available for the whole class if needed for instruction. Projectors. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes. We use Google Classroom, Google Meet and Zoom. According to a survey done in Kampala we had one of the best online teaching programs that schools offered. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
We have a Homework policy that specifies the amount and subjects for each year group. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
We have a dedicated Student Support Services department. Students with additional needs receive personalised support from learning assistants both in and out of the classroom. Additional one-to-one English (including EAL) and Maths lessons can be organised by the school. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
There are a wide range of extra-curricular activities to develop specialised skills. Students participate in national and international competitions including debating, Science and chess. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
We have refer the students to educational Psychologist. The Student Support Services includes and in school counsellor. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We do an English and a Math assessment test. |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
August |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, if there is space in that specific year group. |
School day
| School start time |
7.45 am |
| School finish time |
3.20 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
After school we have free clubs and a homework club that students can sign up to. |
| School bus service available |
Only for school trips. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Art and crafts, band, book club, chess, basketball, volleyball, community service, football, badminton, cricket, swimming, tennis, boxing, recycled boat building. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education. Every day starts with 1h of PE. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, science lab, ICT equipment, … |
| Sports facilities at the school |
7 Hills International School is conveniently located so that it and has full access to Lugogo Stadium and MTN Arena, one of the best-equipped sports facilities in Kampala including Cricket, Field Hockey, Lawn Tennis, Lacrosse, Basketball, Boxing, Netball, Football, Badminton, Volleyball and a Dance Studio accompanied by a resident choreographer and Yoga instructor. Swimming classes are taken at Hill Preparatory School Naguru and students are encouraged to take up golf at the Kampala Golf Club. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
7 Hills International School is a not for profit parent-founded international secondary school where practical learning encourages young minds to express themselves, think critically, solve problems and enjoy what they are learning. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
7 Hills' mission is to inspire its children to reach their full potential by fostering curiosity and an interest in learning, awakening their minds and illuminating their world.
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