Heritage International School | HIS opened in 1994 in Uganda, sponsored by missionaries of five different Christian missions, with the aim of providing a Christ-centered education for all children, regardless of their religious, social, or economic background. Our aim continues to be to provide a high-quality education that prepares our young people for a life of faith and service.
The student learning expectations are modeled after the growth of Jesus Christ described in Luke 2:52: “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.” Based on this, we have structured our student goals in the same four categories: wisdom (academic), stature (physical), favor with God (spiritual), and favor with man (social).
- Curriculum
- Extra-curricular Activities.
- Facilities
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Early years Curriculum: Heritage International School half-day session includes Bible time, music, physical coordination, art, story-telling, reading, writing, learning numbers, independent and group activities.
Elementary Curriculum: The Heritage International School curriculum for grades 1 – 6 includes: reading, spelling, language, Bible time, handwriting, mathematics, science, social studies, physical education (including swimming), art, French (grades 1-6), computer, and music. In grade 6, some subjects will have different teachers as students are prepared for junior high.
Junior High Curriculum: Subjects include Math, Science, Language Arts and Literature, Social Studies, Computer, French, Music, Art, Bible, and Physical Education. Junior high students change classrooms and teachers throughout the day.
High School Curriculum: In grades 9-12, students continue their studies by earning credits that are given for classes passed. Students must earn a total of 26credits, of which 20 are compulsory credits. Classes are offered in all major academic subjects and a variety of electives are available as well. The secondary curriculum at Heritage is focused on the international standards of the SAT. A student completing their studies at Heritage will be able to move into further studies at educational institutions worldwide.
Fees Structure
Parents choose one of three payment options at Heritage International School:
Annual Plan. “PREFERRED” A one-time annual fee. (5% discount if paid prior to 15th July on annual only)
Semester Plan. Two payments at semester start. Costs 5% more than Opt 1.
Monthly Plan. An initial payment at enrollment followed by 8 monthly payments beginning in Sept or an initial payment followed by 3 monthly payments beginning in Sept or Feb when enrolled for only one semester. The monthly payments are due by the 7th of each month. Costs 7% more than OPT 1.
Parents are encouraged to place a $500 reservation deposit per child to ensure they have a place next year. This is deducted from first-semester school fees and is non-refundable and non-transferable and does not carry forward to the next semester.
Sports and club activities begin after school at 3:15 PM and end between 4:00 PM and 5:0PM. Special activities, like youth groups and others, occur at other times after school or on weekends. Participation in these activities is strongly encouraged.
Mission Trip/Activities Week: Requirement to graduate, but a very inspirational time when the students take a few days to go away and do missionary work at a specific location.
Library: The Heritage library promotes information literacy, and the staff endeavors to help students to access, synthesize, produce and communicate information using the resources of the library.
Computers: One of the ways in which we support this aspect of the school is by providing a computer for each student during computer class time and through dedicated high-speed internet access for research activities.
Classrooms: HIS classrooms are designed to engage the students in their learning. The spacious classrooms are ideal for a variety of learning activities.
Sports facilities: HIS has a variety of sports and play facilities at the school campus and access to facilities off the school campus.
Lunch
At Heritage International School Students may bring a packed lunch or purchase hot lunch from the school. Hot lunch is purchased by the semester, not on a daily basis, but a pro-rated refund is available if students or parents for any reason are not satisfied with the quality of food.
Transport
Daily pickup and drop off Heritage International School bus service is provided to interested parents for a small fee. If you are interested in this service please contact the office at: [email protected]. Our bus routes are: Route 1: Buziga, Bunga, Muyenga Route 2: Bugolobi, Mbuya, Portbell Route 3: Kololo, Kisementi, Makarere Route 4: Lubowa
