The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) has officially authorised international schools across the country to continue with Term Two instructional activities and proceed with ongoing examinations.
In a communication issued to proprietors and principals of international schools by Dr. Cleophus Mugenyi on behalf of the Permanent Secretary on Wednesday, the Ministry acknowledged that such institutions operate under academic calendars that differ from the national school calendar.
These calendars are aligned with international examination systems including Cambridge International Examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), the French National Baccalaureate, and the American education system.
The Ministry noted that, in line with these approved calendars, learners in international schools had already reported for Term Two instruction before the official reopening of schools and other educational institutions announced for 10th February 2026.
Taking into consideration the need to ensure continuity of learning and the orderly administration of academic programmes, MoES granted formal authorisation for international schools to proceed with Term Two lessons and ongoing examinations in accordance with their approved curricula and examination schedules.
However, proprietors and principals have been reminded to strictly comply with the Education Act, relevant regulations, and any guidelines issued by the Ministry from time to time.
The Ministry also emphasized that it will continue to monitor and supervise academic activities in international schools to ensure full adherence to national education standards.
