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O Level Programme (S1 – S4)
About This Programme
The Ordinary Level programme spans four years, from Senior One to Senior Four, following Uganda’s national curriculum framework and culminating in the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations. Our approach nurtures well-rounded development across the sciences, humanities, languages, and practical subjects, equipping every learner with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to excel in school and beyond.
Required Subjects
All students study the following foundational subjects to ensure academic rigour and breadth:
English Language & Literature
Languages
Required
Mathematics
Mathematics
Required
Biology
Sciences
Required
Chemistry
Sciences
Required
Physics
Sciences
Required
Geography
Humanities
Required
History
Humanities
Required
Religious Education (CRE/IRE)
Humanities
Required
Elective Subjects
Students choose from the following electives to support individual strengths and career paths, selected in consultation with academic advisors at S3:
Entrepreneurship
Business
Elective
Agriculture
Practical Studies
Elective
Computer Studies / ICT
Technical Studies
Elective
Fine Art / Design
Art & Design
Elective
French / Kiswahili
Languages
Elective
Music / Performing Arts
Creative Arts
Elective
Programme Information
Level
Ordinary Level (O-Level)
Duration
4 Years (S1–S4)
Total Subjects
14
Required Subjects
8
Elective Subjects
6
Our Learning Approach
- Learner-centred methods
- Project-based, inquiry-led instruction
- ICT-integrated lessons
- Continuous assessment & feedback
- Remedial support for struggling learners
Assessment
Assessed via class assignments, weekly/termly tests, mock exams, and UNEB national examinations (UCE).
Get in touch
- Kikholo Town, Bududa, Uganda
- info@hshs.ac.ug
- +256 200 946933
- www.hawthorne-scribner.ac.ug