Kenya 
Kawempe Muslim Secondary School | KMSS
About
Curriculum: Uganda National Examinations Board Curriculum (UNEB)
Kawempe Muslim Secondary School (KMSS) is an Islamic-based institution located on Kyaddondo Hill in Kampala, Uganda, off Bombo Road. Established on February 25, 1984, the school was founded to provide quality education for the Muslim community after initial advocacy ensured the approval of a secondary school in Kampala. KMSS operates as a mixed day and boarding school and is recognized as one of the top institutions in Uganda for both academic performance and co-curricular achievements. Its motto, “Go Higher,” reflects the school’s commitment to excellence, discipline, and character development.
Kawempe Muslim Secondary School | KMSS Academics
KMSS offers a comprehensive academic program aligned with the Uganda National Curriculum (UNEB), covering both Ordinary Level (O-Level) and Advanced Level (A-Level) education. Admission criteria vary by level: Senior One applicants must have passed the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) or hold a Primary Seven Equivalent Certificate for international students; Senior Two and Three applicants require a PLE pass, an academic report, and a recommendation letter; and Senior Five applicants must have a pass in the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE). The school emphasizes high academic standards while integrating co-curricular opportunities to ensure holistic student development.
Kawempe Muslim Secondary School | KMSS Co-curricular
KMSS encourages students to participate in a wide range of cultural, sports, and leadership activities that complement classroom learning. Students engage in various competitions and programs designed to build teamwork, leadership skills, and social responsibility. The school has earned recognition for excellence in both athletics and co-curricular achievements, fostering a spirit of camaraderie, resilience, and personal growth.
Kawempe Muslim Secondary School | KMSS Facilities
The school is equipped with modern facilities to support learning and co-curricular activities. Its computer lab includes interactive whiteboards and data projection tools, allowing students to use computers both for computing lessons and as learning aids in other subjects. The science labs are fully stocked with all necessary apparatus and chemicals, and all experiments are supervised by qualified and experienced laboratory technicians. Classrooms are fully equipped, with seventeen carpeted rooms in the main building designed to provide a comfortable and conducive learning environment.
Kawempe Muslim Secondary School | KMSS History
Kawempe Muslim Secondary School (KMSS) is an Islamic-based institution located on Kyaddondo Hill in Kampala, Uganda, off Bombo Road. Established on February 25, 1984, the school was founded to provide quality education for the Muslim community after initial advocacy ensured the approval of a secondary school in Kampala. KMSS operates as a mixed day and boarding school and is recognized as one of the top institutions in Uganda for both academic performance and co-curricular achievements. Its motto, “Go Higher,” reflects the school’s commitment to excellence, discipline, and character development.
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June 13, 2026
rude teachers especially Mr.Ssegoba ahmed the deputy
Can fees be paid in two installments for New entry students
February 12, 2026
i am proposing for my child to join S1 but requesting if fees can be paid in two installments including the requirements.
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