Frequently asked questions for parents, by pathway.

U-Can delivers a Canadian secondary school pathway through its Canadian educational partnership. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is the official secondary school qualification granted by the Ontario Ministry of Education in Canada and is recognized by universities and colleges in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and around the world.

Start by sharing your child’s age, current class, and programme interest. Admissions can then guide your family through consultation, readiness review, documents, fees, and next steps.

UCAN reviews the learner’s current class, age, academic readiness, and future study direction before recommending Primary School, Secondary School, or the Canadian Diploma Pathway.

The school may review readiness before admission so parents receive clear guidance on the most suitable entry point and any support the learner may need.

Admissions will confirm the final document list. Parents should expect to share academic records, identification details, and any information that helps the school understand the learner’s current level.

UCAN Primary School supports younger learners from early foundations through primary grades, with placement guided by age, readiness, and previous school history.

The current fee structure references early years and primary progression from Pre-K through Grade 8, with local and international equivalents shown under each grade.

The Primary School experience is designed around strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, confidence, character, and curiosity.

Primary learners build the habits, confidence, and academic foundations needed to move into a more structured secondary pathway.

UCAN Secondary School supports the upper school route, and the current fee content references Grade 9 to Grade 12.

The programme focuses on academic structure, subject planning, parent-facing clarity, and preparation for Canadian Diploma expectations.

Learners receive guidance around subject choices and progression so families understand the next academic step clearly.

Admissions should review the learner’s previous school history and readiness before advising the best entry point.

Students entering after IGCSE typically complete 7 Ontario secondary school courses. The final course selection is confirmed after reviewing the student’s previous studies and future academic goals.

Students entering after O-Levels typically complete 9 Ontario secondary school courses. The final course selection is confirmed after reviewing the student’s previous studies and future academic goals.

The difference is the typical number of Ontario courses required. IGCSE students generally complete 7 courses, while O-Level students generally complete 9 courses. Every student receives an individual course plan based on previous studies and future goals.

Students graduate with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), which opens pathways to university, college, and future study opportunities in Canada and around the world.

The duration depends on the student’s course plan, timetable, and progress. IGCSE students typically complete 7 courses, while O-Level students typically complete 9 courses. Admissions will confirm the expected study period after reviewing the student’s documents.

U-Can supports students with academic guidance, subject pathway planning, and help preparing for university and college applications.

Yes. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma pathway includes a community service requirement, helping students build responsibility, confidence, and real-world experience beyond classroom learning.

Yes. U-Can students wear the approved school uniform. The Primary uniform costs USD $70 or UGX 250,000. The Secondary and Direct OSSD uniform costs USD $80 or UGX 300,000. Please confirm the correct uniform package with admissions before payment.

Freshly prepared nutritious lunches are included. The school kitchen prepares healthy hot meals, with vegetarian options and respectful accommodation of religious dietary traditions where possible.

The school day runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, and regular attendance is expected.

Yes. Extracurricular activities are included, and students can take part in sports such as football, basketball, and volleyball during breaks and after school.

Optional transport is available from designated pick-up points along main transport routes. Off-main-road pickups are not provided, so families should confirm the available route before enrolment.

The fees page lists Primary School, Secondary School, and Direct Pathway fees. Admissions should confirm the final current amount before payment.

Yes. Payments may be made in Ugandan Shillings where indicated. Accepted currencies and payment methods vary by programme, so admissions will confirm the applicable exchange rate and final payment instructions before payment.

Tuition includes learning materials, extracurricular activities, internet access where applicable, and freshly prepared nutritious lunch. Registration or enrolment, uniform, document evaluation where applicable, and optional transport are listed separately.

Yes. Depending on the programme, separate charges may include enrolment or registration, uniform, document evaluation, and optional transport. Parents should review the relevant programme fee table and confirm the final charges with admissions.

The fee blocks include discount sections for Primary and Secondary. Admissions should confirm which discounts apply to your family.

Each Ontario secondary school course costs US $995. IGCSE students typically complete 7 courses, while O-Level students typically complete 9 courses. The final number of courses and total tuition are confirmed after the student’s academic documents have been reviewed.