About Makerere College School
BE KNOWN BY WORKS
Historical Background
Makerere College School is a co-educational government aided O and A- level school founded in 1945 by Makerere University (then still a College of London University).
Plan and details
It is located on Makerere University Campus, Kampala, adjacent to the College of Education and External Studies on Makerere Hill Road.
Establishment
The school started as a demonstration school where innovations in holistic quality teaching could be tried out and the best practices made accessible to other schools and teachers in the country. It started with an enrolment of 32 students; at the moment, its enrolment stands at 2393 with 1239 boys and 1159 girls. The school is renowned for its student leadership program.
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O’ Level Section
O’ Level (a.k.a. Ordinary Level) is a four-year course at the end of which the students sit for national examinations in October/November i.e. the Uganda Certificate of Education Examinations [UCE] are conducted by the Uganda National Examinations Board [UNEB]. Students sit for a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 10 subjects.
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A’ Level Section
A Level (a.k.a. Advanced Level) is a two year course and at the end, the students sit for national examinations in November i.e. Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Examinations [UACE] are conducted by UNEB. Students take three principal subjects and either General Paper, Sub Mathematics or Computer Studies at subsidiary level.
Vision
A Community of empowered, committed, socially responsible people known by good works
Mision
To provide accessible, equitable and innovative, all round, appropriate, quality education for boys and girls to create a community of people known by works.
Why Our Students Come and Stay
Students come to Makerere College School to gain knowledge, build character, develop their talents, excel academically, and prepare to become responsible leaders who are known by their works.
Students stay because they find value, belonging, and a clear path to success. At Makerere College School, they stay for:
- Quality teaching and strong academic guidance
- Discipline, safety, and a well-organised environment
- Opportunities in sports, leadership, ICT, debates, and other talents
- Caring teachers and supportive administration
- A strong school identity, friendships, and pride in belonging
- Confidence that the school prepares them well for university, work, and life
In simple terms: Students stay where they feel known, supported, challenged, and prepared to succeed.