Subjects

At The Olive School – Namugongo, Science is all about curiosity, discovery, and hands-on learning. From Primary 1 to Primary 7, pupils are encouraged to ask big questions about the world around them — and then explore those answers through observation, experimentation, and discussion.

Our Science lessons cover key topics such as living things and their habitats, weather and seasons, the human body, forces and motion, materials and change, light and sound, and care for the environment. Lessons are enriched with real-world examples that relate to pupils’ daily lives and Ugandan settings.

Children carry out age-appropriate investigations like observing plant growth, testing floating and sinking, measuring rainfall, and exploring heat with simple equipment. These experiences help them understand how Science works — not just in theory, but in practice.

We also introduce learners to the idea of scientific recording, drawing diagrams, using charts and basic lab tools like thermometers, magnifying glasses, and timers. Group activities and class experiments help promote collaboration and problem-solving.

At Olive, Science nurtures both wonder and wisdom. We aim to raise a generation that not only understands God’s creation but is inspired to protect and improve the world around them.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, Entrepreneurship is introduced in Upper Primary as part of our mission to prepare learners not only to succeed academically, but to think creatively and act responsibly in the real world.

Pupils explore the basics of business thinking — from identifying needs in their community to brainstorming products or services, setting goals, working in teams, and handling simple budgeting and saving activities. These skills are developed through engaging class projects and role-play activities that simulate real-life problem solving.

During themed weeks like “Enterprise Day” or our annual “Market Day,” pupils design, price, and sell handcrafted products, baked goods, or services. These events are powerful learning experiences that promote confidence, financial literacy, communication, and ethical decision-making.

We teach pupils that entrepreneurship isn’t just about making money — it’s about being proactive, finding solutions, and creating value in ways that benefit others. Christian values such as honesty, diligence, and stewardship are at the core of every project.

With this foundation, our learners begin to view themselves not only as future professionals but also as potential innovators, leaders, and changemakers in Uganda and beyond.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, Mathematics is taught in a way that connects numbers to everyday life. We help children develop logical thinking, confidence with numbers, and a love for problem-solving from the earliest stages.

Our learners begin by exploring basic number sense, counting, and patterns in Nursery and continue to develop addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division fluency throughout the primary levels. In upper classes, they explore fractions, measurement, geometry, money, and simple data interpretation.

Lessons are active and engaging, using number games, puzzles, real-life scenarios, songs, and hands-on tools like counters and measuring cups. Teachers also incorporate storytelling and peer activities to make abstract ideas more concrete and meaningful.

As learners progress, they are encouraged to apply their mathematical knowledge in practical ways — such as budgeting in entrepreneurship, measuring in science experiments, or interpreting data in Social Studies.

Through our Maths programme, we aim to equip every child not just with strong computation skills, but with the perseverance and problem-solving mindset needed to thrive in school and beyond.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, Life Skills Education is an essential part of growing every child into a respectful, confident, and responsible member of society. From the early years, we intentionally guide pupils through practical lessons on health, hygiene, emotional well-being, safety, relationships, and making wise choices.

Each week, pupils engage in age-appropriate activities and discussions on topics such as how to care for their bodies, how to resolve conflicts peacefully, how to build positive friendships, and how to say “no” to negative peer pressure. They learn the importance of honesty, compassion, responsibility, and community service.

We also focus on safety skills—understanding road safety, first aid basics, handling emergencies, and speaking up against abuse. These are delivered through class stories, role play, community helpers’ visits, and regular school assemblies.

Our Life Skills lessons are enriched by Biblical principles and Ugandan cultural values, helping pupils grow in character, manners, empathy, and leadership. These vital lessons prepare learners for life—at home, in school, and in their future communities.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, we value Local Language and Literacy as vital pillars of cultural identity and communication. From early classes, our pupils develop fluency in both English and a designated local language such as Luganda, through interactive storytelling, rhymes, songs, and reading aloud.

Our Literacy Programme strengthens phonics, vocabulary, handwriting, and comprehension in both English and the Local Language. Children learn to construct simple sentences, express their ideas in writing, and confidently read and retell Ugandan folktales, Bible stories, and poems.

In Local Language lessons, learners engage with their heritage through proverbs, idioms, riddles, and conversation practice. Whether it's reciting traditional sayings, dramatizing village life, or creating vocabulary posters, pupils grow in appreciation for both spoken and written language.

We believe that developing bilingual literacy in early years gives our pupils a head-start in confidence, communication, and self-identity. Our reading corners, phonics games, and school library all support this mission.

As pupils progress to Upper Primary, we encourage them to read, write, and present in both languages — fostering future readers, writers, leaders, and storykeepers of Uganda.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, we believe in preparing learners for a digital future. Our ICT & Robotics Programme introduces children to computers, coding, and digital creativity in a fun and age-appropriate way.

From early Primary, children learn how to navigate educational apps, type short stories, and explore online safety. As they grow, they progress into creating simple animations using Scratch, programming micro:bit devices, and building interactive stories or games. LEGO Education kits and coding robots make technology come alive in the classroom.

Our ICT Lab and MakerSpace are dynamic areas where children explore real-world problem-solving through STEM tools. Pupils work collaboratively on mini-projects like building traffic lights with sensors, drawing robots, or coding a digital quiz using block-based coding platforms.

We integrate ICT across subjects, encouraging pupils to create digital presentations in Science, type stories in English, or simulate farms in Social Studies. This empowers learners to see technology as a tool, not just a subject.

Children also join enrichment clubs such as the Robotics & Scratch Club, where they develop advanced skills while having fun. Our goal is to spark curiosity and innovation in every child, no matter their age or background.

Technology at Olive isn’t just about screens it’s about building creators, inventors, and critical thinkers for tomorrow’s Uganda.

All the world’s a stage.

William Shakespeare

At The Olive School – Namugongo, Performing Arts play a key role in nurturing confidence, cultural expression, and teamwork in every learner. From the youngest pupils in Nursery to the seniors in Primary 7, children actively participate in music, dance, and drama lessons that ignite joy, rhythm, and imagination.

Each week, pupils explore traditional Ugandan dances, folk songs, storytelling skits, and gospel music, while also being introduced to instruments such as recorders, drums, and percussion. We encourage self-expression, voice projection, and movement through games, role play, and improvisation.

Our Performing Arts Room and open-air performance areas are safe spaces where pupils rehearse class presentations, cultural skits, poems, and biblical plays. Each term, learners present their skills during assemblies and the popular Olive Talent Shows, Parents’ Day Concerts, and Creative Arts Week.

Older pupils also have the chance to join our Drama Club or Traditional Dance Troupe, where they prepare for inter-school competitions, church festivals, and community outreach events. These platforms help build stage presence, empathy, and cultural pride.

Our aim is to ensure every child finds their voice — whether through song, dance, or drama — and develops the courage to shine both on stage and in life.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, our **STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)** program is designed to ignite curiosity and creative problem-solving in our learners from an early age.

Through exciting, hands-on challenges, pupils explore real-life topics like clean energy, water filtration, animal habitats, weather patterns, and bridge-building using simple materials. Every term, learners engage in group projects that blend science knowledge with design thinking and maths application.

Our school’s mini STEM Lab and Maker Corner is equipped with child-friendly resources like LEGO blocks, magnets, pulleys, water sensors, recycled tools, and craft materials allowing pupils to prototype simple machines, conduct experiments, and test ideas safely and collaboratively.

From P1 upward, we encourage learners to ask “why” and “how,” to hypothesize, to experiment, and to reflect on their learning. STEM integration happens both within class topics and through special enrichment days like **STEM Week**, **Innovation Day**, and **Nature STEAM Clubs**.

By embedding STEM into everyday learning, we help pupils connect their education to real-world issues, laying the groundwork for future engineers, inventors, researchers, and leaders rooted in Uganda’s growing innovation economy.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, Physical Education (PE) is a vital part of our curriculum that supports the physical, social, and emotional development of every child from Nursery to Primary 7.

PE lessons are designed to promote fitness, coordination, teamwork, and fun through age-appropriate games and structured physical activity. Children engage in athletics, football, netball, volleyball, skipping, local dance, and cooperative team challenges that nurture positive attitudes and leadership skills.

Our PE programme is inclusive and encourages every pupil to participate confidently, whether in competitive inter-house events or friendly classroom games. The school organizes annual Sports Days, fitness assessments, and cultural physical games like “Omweso” and traditional dance, which build resilience and respect for Ugandan heritage.

We also emphasize wellness education — teaching pupils about personal hygiene, warm-up and cool-down routines, and basic nutrition to support a healthy lifestyle.

Physical Education at Olive School is not just about movement — it’s about building self-esteem, collaboration, and lifelong habits of health and vitality.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, we believe in nurturing global citizens. Our Foreign Languages Enrichment Programme introduces pupils to both French and Kiswahili as part of their broader education experience, especially in Upper Primary.

With a strong focus on oral communication and vocabulary-building, our classes help children learn greetings, numbers, songs, and simple dialogues in fun and interactive ways. Role-play, storytelling, and games are commonly used to enhance confidence and retention.

Through Kiswahili — an official language of the East African Community — learners gain an appreciation of regional culture and broaden their understanding of local diversity. With French, they’re introduced to one of the most widely spoken international languages, opening a door to Francophone culture and future travel or study opportunities.

Our aim is not only to develop basic language skills but also to cultivate curiosity, listening, and pronunciation habits that will support future language learning in secondary school and beyond.

These sessions are offered as enrichment and are particularly popular among our learners who love exploring new sounds, cultures, and perspectives beyond the classroom.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, we believe hands-on learning is vital. Our Agriculture & Gardening programme equips pupils with basic knowledge of food production, environmental care, and sustainable living — all within our own school gardens.

From planting vegetables and herbs to managing compost pits and learning about soil types, our learners gain practical skills that reinforce Science, Math, and Life Skills lessons. The school garden becomes a living classroom where pupils observe plant growth, weather patterns, and ecosystem interactions firsthand.

Every child from Lower Primary participates in age-appropriate gardening sessions, using simple tools under close supervision. They learn how to sow seeds, water crops, weed responsibly, and harvest seasonal produce like sUgandauma, beans, carrots, and maize — often used to supplement our school kitchen or donated during outreach initiatives.

This subject teaches patience, responsibility, teamwork, and an appreciation for nature and hard work. It also inspires a sense of self-reliance and environmental stewardship — key values we seek to nurture in all Olive pupils.

Whether tending to a banana plant or building a scarecrow, children are actively engaged in meaningful work that connects them to their heritage and the land around them.

At The Olive School – Namugongo, our Library & Reading culture supports lifelong literacy and curiosity. We believe that every child can become an enthusiastic reader with access to the right materials, spaces, and encouragement.

Our school library is a vibrant, child-friendly space stocked with age-appropriate books in English and Local Languages. It serves as a hub for discovery—whether children are flipping through picture books, researching a project, or enjoying group storytelling sessions.

Each class visits the library weekly for guided reading sessions, borrowing books, and participating in reading circles. Pupils engage in read-alouds, character explorations, and thematic reading aligned with classroom topics or cultural holidays.

Our library also supports the development of information literacy and research skills. Pupils in upper primary learn how to use book indices, digital catalogues, and reliable web sources to gather and cite information for assignments.

Reading competitions, book fairs, author visits, and World Book Day celebrations inspire pupils to become confident readers and storytellers. We strive to make reading not just an academic activity, but a joyful daily habit that builds empathy, language, and imagination.

Social Studies (SST) at The Olive School – Namugongo is a foundational subject that helps pupils understand the world they live in — from their homes and communities to Uganda as a nation and the wider world beyond.

Through engaging and interactive lessons, pupils explore topics such as family, culture, maps, transportation, governance, heroes, and the environment. SST connects knowledge from History, Geography, Civics, and Current Affairs into one cohesive experience that shapes responsible and informed citizens.

We use songs, storytelling, role play, drawing, group projects, and fieldwork to make learning come alive. Pupils visit local landmarks like the post office, farms, police stations, and markets to observe how communities function and interact. They also learn the values of cooperation, empathy, leadership, and patriotism.

In upper primary, SST introduces concepts of Ugandan history, natural resources, leadership structures, climate, and regional cooperation such as the East African Community. Learners are encouraged to think critically, ask questions, and share opinions on everyday issues affecting their lives and environment.

With an emphasis on real-life application and values education, SST helps children understand their place in society and equips them with the knowledge and attitudes needed to contribute meaningfully to their communities and country.

Religious Education (CRE / IRE) at The Olive School – Namugongo plays a vital role in nurturing moral values, spiritual growth, and respect for diverse beliefs among our pupils. We offer both Christian Religious Education (CRE) and Islamic Religious Education (IRE), allowing learners to deepen their faith and understanding in line with their family's traditions.

Pupils explore foundational teachings, sacred texts, values, and practices from their respective faiths. In CRE, learners study Bible stories, parables of Jesus, Christian virtues, and the significance of prayer, worship, and service. In IRE, pupils engage with stories of the Prophets, the Five Pillars of Islam, Quranic verses, and values like compassion, honesty, and humility.

Lessons are interactive and values-driven, using storytelling, role plays, songs, scripture reading, dramatizations, and art to help children relate faith to everyday life. Our approach encourages dialogue, questions, reflection, and personal connection to spiritual growth.

We also hold chapel assemblies, school prayer moments, and interfaith activities that reinforce our belief in peaceful coexistence, tolerance, and shared humanity. Pupils learn to live harmoniously with others, respect differences, and embody integrity, kindness, and responsibility.

Religious Education helps children at Olive School grow into morally grounded, respectful, and spiritually aware citizens who contribute positively to both their communities and the world around them.

Local Language (e.g., Luganda) is a key part of the curriculum at The Olive School – Namugongo, helping pupils connect with their cultural roots, develop strong communication skills, and appreciate the richness of Ugandan heritage.

We offer literacy in both Luganda and English from Nursery through Primary 7. Pupils build vocabulary, learn to read and write in their mother tongue, and gain confidence in speaking. Lessons involve songs, riddles, storytelling, proverbs, and games that bring the language to life in fun and interactive ways.

In learning Luganda, children explore identity, family values, greetings, traditional songs, folktales, respectful language, and how to describe the world around them. Our teachers use visual aids, music, local literature, and everyday conversation to immerse pupils in real-world Luganda usage.

Celebrations such as Language Day allow pupils to perform skits, recite poems, and dramatize folktales in Luganda, deepening their love for the language. These experiences foster pride in Ugandan culture and help pupils become bilingual communicators who can thrive in diverse communities.

Our Local Language programme helps nurture articulate, culturally aware, and expressive learners ready to engage with their heritage and the world.

Creative Arts (Drawing, Painting, Crafts) is one of the most loved areas of learning at The Olive School – Namugongo. We believe that nurturing creativity in young children helps them become imaginative problem-solvers and joyful learners.

From Nursery to Primary 7, our pupils engage in hands-on activities like drawing, painting, clay modeling, paper crafts, and collage. They explore color theory, learn how to mix paints, and express their thoughts visually using a wide variety of materials including recycled items and natural elements.

Our well-stocked Art Room is a vibrant hub of inspiration. Under the guidance of passionate art teachers and occasional guest artists, pupils explore individual and group projects linked to nature, culture, emotions, and their community. They create themed art inspired by Ugandan wildlife, festivals, Christian values, and famous artworks from around the world.

Each term, pupils proudly showcase their creations in classroom galleries and school exhibitions. We also celebrate our annual Creative Arts Week, where families join in to view student work, participate in collaborative projects, and celebrate the power of visual storytelling.

Creative Arts helps learners grow in confidence, patience, and fine motor skills while developing their unique artistic voice. At Olive, every child is seen as an artist in the making.