1992
Established
Bukhauka Primary Sch.
Bududa East, Bududa, BududaMixedDay
Verified profile Enrolment open
Praecip ranking
Praecip rating
1.6
out of 5
District rank
#03
in Bududa
Not yet ranked
Best schools in Uganda
ranked out of 15,388
Bugisu rank
#05
in Bugisu
Reviews
02
parent reviews
Praecip ratings
How we rated Bukhauka Primary Sch.
1.65
Praecip composite · out of 5
StrongestAcademics4.0/10
To watchCampus & Facilities2.6/10
Academics & Outcomes
Academics
4.0/10
Early Years
3.2/10
Teaching Quality
3.4/10
Reputation & Prestige
3.9/10
Care & Environment
Pastoral Care
3.3/10
Meals & Wellbeing
2.9/10
Campus & Facilities
2.6/10
Parent Engagement
2.7/10
Pursuits & Enrichment
Personal Development
3.7/10
Sports
3.1/10
Music, Dance & Drama
2.6/10
Technology & Innovation
2.6/10
Bars are scored 0–10 by Praecip's editors against Uganda Ministry of Education statistics, school insiders, and thousands of verified parent reviews. The composite is the weighted average, rendered out of five.
Academic excellence. Proven results.
PLE UNEB exams performance
At a glance
319114
- Div I
- Div II
- Div III
- Div IV
8%
Of candidates passed in Division I
Our star performers
J. Ssali
Aggregate: 11
A. Ochieng
Aggregate: 12
F. Auma
Aggregate: 14
38
Candidates
58%
Passed in Div I & II
Average aggregate per candidate
22.0In the news
Best aggregates
2pupils
11·12scored
Standings
How we ranked
Countrywide
District
in Bududa
3rd
Top subject
By the numbers
School Factfile
260
Enrolment
8
Teaching staff
33
Typical class size
- Campus anatomy
- Single campus
- Gender profile
- Mixed
- Ownership
- Private
- Religious affiliation
- Non-denominational
- Residency type
- Day
- 5-day boarding
- Not available
- Setting
- Rural
What we emphasize
- Pastoral care / guidance
- Early-years development
- Sports & athletics
- PLE excellence
About
This is who we are
Bukhauka Primary Sch. is a co-educational private primary school in Bududa, Eastern Region. Founded in 1992, it placed third in Bududa District in the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations, posting an average aggregate of 13.9 from 38 candidates. It runs the full P1–P7 programme, with a focus on pastoral care / guidance and early-years development.
A message
From the head teacher
At Bukhauka, every child is known, taught with care and prepared thoroughly for the next stage. We pair firm academic standards with the values that build a confident, disciplined learner.
Our alumni
Who we have shaped
Notable alumni
Grace Ssali
Award-winning journalist
Daniel Namutebi
Entrepreneur and SME founder
...go on to...
...have excelled at...
...are Trailblazers at...
The Praecip verdict
Among Bududa District's strongest 2025 PLE performers
What stands out
Bukhauka Primary Sch. earns its place on Bududa District's 2025 PLE table at rank 3, with an average aggregate of 13.9 from 38 candidates.
Where it falters
The figures below the headline — location detail, fees, facilities and editorial ratings — are illustrative for now and should be confirmed with the school. What is solid is the academic signal: this is a primary that gets pupils to the PLE finish line well.
Fees
Tuition by class & residency
Tuition snapshot
DayUGX 340,000 – 410,000
7 class levels · billed per term
Class level | Day Stay at home · attend daily |
|---|---|
| P1 | UGX340,000 |
| P2 | UGX350,000 |
| P3 | UGX360,000 |
| P4 | UGX370,000 |
| P5 | UGX380,000 |
| P6 | UGX400,000 |
| P7 | UGX410,000 |
All amounts in UGX, billed per term. Annual figure assumes three school terms. Fees exclude one-off entrant extras (uniform, application, deposits), see below.
410000How fees are paid
Payment methods
Termly fees due upfront
What's included
What fees covers
- Tuition
- Meals (lunch)
- Mid-morning porridge
- Examinations & assessments
Financial aid
Bursaries & discounts
Bukhauka Merit Bursary
Academic meritPartial tuition support for academically strong pupils from low-income families.
Application & registration
What you'll need
Admissions checklist
Application requirements
4 required · 1 preferred
- 01Birth certificate
- 02Immunisation card
- 03Previous school report (P2 onward)(preferred)
- 04Parent / guardian National ID
- 05Two passport photos
FeeUSh 50,000
Entry ages
2 classes
Who can join, and at what age
Children outside the band may be considered case-by-case at the head’s discretion.
- 01P16–7yrs
- 02P27–8yrs
Readiness checks or prior schooling may shift placement up or down a class.
Selectivity reading
Cycle 2025
Last year's intake by the numbers
How much demand last year's incoming class generated, and how narrow the door to a place really was.
Applications tabled
151
hopefuls
Places offered
36
admitted
Subscription
4.2×applications per place
Offer rate
24%
of applicants admitted
Admission charges · one-off
For new entrants
Issued to incoming families of Bukhauka. Settled once at admission, never billed again.
Itemized charges
- 01Admission feeUSh 90,000
- 02Uniform setUSh 230,000
- 03Development fundUSh 70,000
Admissions open
Diary
Upcoming events
Jun
20
Sat
Visiting dayVisiting Day, Term 1
10 AM – 4 PMMain CampusJul
15
Wed
PTAParents’ (PTA) meeting
2 PM – 5 PMSchool hallAug
10
Mon
ExaminationEnd of term examinations begin
All day
In the news
Latest from the school
Feature11 Apr 2026
Bukhauka celebrates its 2025 PLE results
The school placed third in Bududa District with an average aggregate of 13.9 and 3 pupils in Division I.
4 Feb 2026
New term, new library books
A donation of storybooks has boosted the reading corner for the lower-primary section.
Campus
Facilities
Curricular
- Science corner
- Computer / ICT room
- Dining hall
- Library
Co-curricular
- Swimming pool
School life
Extracurricular
Sports fields, art rooms and clubs that fill the time between lessons.
Sports & athletics
- Football
- Netball
- Athletics
- Volleyball
- Handball
Arts & expression
- Music, Dance & Drama (MDD)
- Choir
- Traditional dance
- Debate
- Art & craft
- Poetry & recitals
Clubs & societies
- Scouts & Girl Guides
- Wildlife & Environment Club
- Young Farmers' Club
- Red Cross / First Aid
- Reading Club
- Science Club
Gallery
A look around
Find us
Where the school is, and how to reach it
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Parent reviews
What families are saying
Caring and committed
Fees are fair for the area and the meals are decent. The music and drama programme is a real highlight.
Timothy K., Parent13 February 202610 people found this useful
Good value for the area
Good discipline and a safe compound. Communication from the office could be quicker, but we are happy overall.
Ivan A., Parent21 January 202619 people found this useful
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