St. Kizito High School Namugongo, a Christian-founded institution named after the youngest Christian martyr, Kizito Omuto, has once again proven to be one of Uganda’s most reliable secondary schools. The school excelled in the 2024 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) exams, continuing its legacy of outstanding performance over the past few years.
The 2024 UCE results, released on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, at the State Lodge in Nakasero, Kampala, highlighted St. Kizito High School Namugongo as a beacon of academic excellence. The school demonstrated remarkable achievements under the newly introduced Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
Shortly after the results were announced, the school’s head teacher, Mr. Ezekiel Kazibwe, attributed the success to the collective efforts of multiple stakeholders. He emphasized that the high performance was a result of students’ discipline, God-fearing values, and teamwork among the staff. Mr. Kazibwe also highlighted some of the top-performing students, including Ssemujju Terry, Kwagala Esther, Bufambu Emmanuel, Ayella Reagan, Muwanguzi Arthur, and Ntudde Babrah, noting that all students achieved a Division 1 result.
“We are incredibly proud of our students’ achievements,” said Kazibwe. “Their exceptional performance is a testament to their resilience and determination, as well as the unwavering support of our dedicated teachers and parents.”
Since its establishment in 1998, St. Kizito High School Namugongo has consistently maintained its position as a center of academic excellence in Wakiso District, Kira Municipality, Central Uganda, and the entire nation. Over the past 25 years, the school has strived to make secondary education accessible to the community and the nation, providing a holistic, well-rounded education that enables students to unleash their full potential and thrive in a highly competitive academic environment.
The school welcomes learners of all religious backgrounds, adhering to a non-discriminatory approach. Earlier this year, St. Kizito High School Namugongo gained international recognition when it was named one of the three finalists in the Global High Schools Category of the Zayed Sustainability Prize. Representing Uganda, the school stood out among 6,000 schools worldwide that competed for the prestigious award.
With a passion for knowledge, a commitment to excellence, and a spirit of innovation, St. Kizito empowers students to reach their full potential through its diverse culture and practical skills development programs. These initiatives enable students to adapt seamlessly to the new curriculum. Over the years, the school has evolved and grown, remaining dedicated to fostering academic excellence, character development, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the community.
The school has implemented several projects, including:
- Making reusable sanitary pads
- Bakery and cookery
- Production of toothpaste and mouthwash
- Composting and fertilizer production
- Black soldier fly rearing
- Post-harvest preservation
- Quality-check of eggs
- Poultry farming and rabbit rearing
- Liquid soap and bar soap making
- Candle making with mosquito repellent candles
- Art and craft
- Fashion and design
These initiatives aim to equip learners with 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, information literacy, ICT proficiency, and flexibility.
Out of the 359,417 candidates registered for the 2024 UCE exams, an impressive 98.05% (350,146 candidates) qualified for the UCE certificate. This high success rate reflects both the effectiveness of the CBC and the resilience of students and educators in adapting to the new system.
The results were classified into three categories:
- Result 1: Candidates who met all certification requirements, including completing continuous assessments, submitting project work, and sitting for all compulsory subjects. These students received their UCE certificates with detailed transcripts reflecting their performance.
- Result 2: Candidates who missed key requirements, such as failing to sit for core subjects or neglecting project work.
- Result 3: Candidates who scored an elementary grade (E) across all subjects, indicating a lack of basic competency.
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