About Berkeley International School - Mukono's Premier International School
Welcome to Berkeley International School, where we nurture the leaders of tomorrow on Namilyango Road, Mukono.
PLAY. DEVELOP. Innovate.
At Berkeley International School, Uganda, we nurture the whole child through our core philosophies:
- PLAY: Learning through purposeful, liberating, active, and youthful exploration
- DEVELOP: Nurturing growth through discovery, empowerment, and leadership
- INNOVATE: Cultivating creativity, problem-solving, and impact
Located on Namilyango Road, Mukono (off Old Jinja Road, near Seeta), in the heart of East Africa, we're a vibrant community of learners. Conveniently accessible from Kampala (30 minutes), we serve families across Mukono, Seeta, Namanve, and the greater Kampala area. Our vision is to inspire children to become curious, creative, and compassionate global citizens, equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world.
We focus on holistic development – academic, social, emotional, and personal growth – blending local roots with global perspectives. Join us at Berkeley International School, where we grow global citizens with a heart for Uganda and a mind for the world.
Our Vision
Inspiring children to become curious, creative, and compassionate global citizens, equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Our Mission
To provide a nurturing and dynamic environment where every child is Chosen for Excellence. We achieve this by integrating purposeful play, cutting-edge innovation, and holistic development into every aspect of our students' lives.
Core Values
Philosophies: Building Blocks of Learning
The school's philosophy is built on three essential building blocks that guide every learning experience at Berkeley.
PLAY: The Heart of Learning
At Berkeley International School, we believe that play is not just a break from learning – it's the foundation of learning. PLAY encourages children to explore, engage, and grow through fun and meaningful experiences.
What is PLAY?
P – Purposeful: Play is intentional and designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
L – Liberating: Play frees children to explore and express themselves without fear of failure.
A – Active: Play is hands-on, interactive, and engaging.
Y – Youthful: Play celebrates the joy and wonder of childhood, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Why PLAY?
- • Promotes deeper understanding and retention
- • Improves social skills and emotional intelligence
- • Enhances creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking
- • Boosts academic performance and motivation
PLAY in Action:
Students engage in imaginative play, STEM challenges, arts and crafts, music, drama, outdoor exploration, and collaborative projects.
DEVELOP: Nurturing Growth
DEVELOP embodies our commitment to fostering holistic growth in every child.
What is DEVELOP?
D – Discover: Encouraging exploration of interests and passions.
E – Empower: Giving students skills and confidence to take charge of learning.
V – Value: Focusing on empathy, respect, and responsibility.
E – Engage: Involving students in meaningful, real-world experiences.
L – Lead: Developing leaders who positively impact society.
O – Optimize: Helping students reach their full potential.
P – Progress: Celebrating growth, effort, and achievement.
INNOVATE: Empowering Future Changemakers
INNOVATE is about cultivating curiosity, creativity, and courage.
What is INNOVATE?
- • Encouraging students to question, imagine, and create
- • Developing problem-solving skills and design thinking
- • Embracing risk-taking and learning from failure
- • Applying learning to real-world challenges
- • Fostering collaboration and creative expression
Our Commitment to You
The "Berkeley Way" is our promise to parents and students. It is built on three unbreakable foundations:
Uncompromising Safety
A secure, gated campus with 24/7 monitoring and a staff trained to prioritize student well-being above all else.
Strong Community
We view parents as partners. Through regular family events and open communication, we build a supportive network around every child.
High Standards
From our smart uniforms to our modern classrooms, we maintain a culture of excellence in every detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Berkeley International School is located on Namilyango Road, off Old Jinja Road in Mukono, Uganda. We are conveniently positioned approximately 30 minutes from Kampala city center, serving families in Mukono, Seeta, Namanve, and the greater Kampala area.
Berkeley International School is unique in our holistic approach centered on three core philosophies: PLAY (Purposeful, Liberating, Active, Youthful learning), DEVELOP (nurturing growth through discovery and empowerment), and INNOVATE (cultivating creativity and problem-solving). We combine international curriculum standards with personalized attention in small classes, modern facilities, and a strong focus on character development.
Our five core values are Christ-centeredness, Creativity, Innovation, Compassion, and Hard work. These values guide everything we do and shape the character of our students as they grow into curious, creative, and compassionate global citizens.
Berkeley International School features spacious modern classrooms with interactive learning technology, swimming pools for aquatic activities, a football pitch for sports, play areas with bouncing castles and trampolines, technology-supported learning environments, and lush tropical landscaping that creates an inspiring learning atmosphere.
We maintain small class sizes to ensure personalized attention for each student. This allows our qualified teachers to better understand each child's unique learning style and provide individualized support for their academic and personal development.
Berkeley International School is primarily a day school. Please contact our admissions office at +256 758 790256 or info@berkeley.ac for information about current accommodation options.
English is the primary language of instruction at Berkeley International School. We follow an international curriculum taught in English, preparing students for global opportunities while maintaining connections to Ugandan culture and values.