1998
Established
Praecip ranking
Praecip rating
2.3
out of 5
District rank
,
Not yet ranked
Praecip ranked
Best schools in Uganda
ranked out of 15,388
Ankole rank
#07
in Ankole
Reviews
02
parent reviews
Praecip ratings
How we rated Koburimbi PS Buhweju
2.32
Praecip composite · out of 5
StrongestTeaching Quality5.6/10
To watchEarly Years3.3/10
Academics & Outcomes
Academics
5.4/10
Early Years
3.3/10
Teaching Quality
5.6/10
Reputation & Prestige
4.8/10
Care & Environment
Pastoral Care
5.5/10
Meals & Wellbeing
3.7/10
Campus & Facilities
3.4/10
Parent Engagement
5.4/10
Pursuits & Enrichment
Personal Development
5.5/10
Sports
4.5/10
Music, Dance & Drama
4.2/10
Technology & Innovation
3.8/10
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
1627156
- Div I
- Div II
- Div III
- Div IV
25%
Of candidates passed in Division I
Our star performers
J. Asiimwe
Aggregate: 10
J. Auma
Aggregate: 11
F. Nakigozi
Aggregate: 13
65
Candidates
66%
Passed in Div I & II
Average aggregate per candidate
19.4In the news
Best aggregates
2pupils
10·11scored
Standings
How we ranked
Countrywide
schools nationally
top50%
District
Top subject
in English
777th
By the numbers
School Factfile
417
Enrolment
12
Teaching staff
41
Typical class size
- Campus anatomy
- Single campus
- Gender profile
- Mixed
- Ownership
- Private
- Religious affiliation
- Non-denominational
- Residency type
- Day & Boarding
- 5-day boarding
- Not available
- Setting
- Rural
What we emphasize
- Early-years development
- Christian values
- Music, dance & drama
About
This is who we are
Koburimbi PS Buhweju is a co-educational private primary school in Buhweju, Western Region. Founded in 1998, it is ranked 782 nationally in the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations, posting an average aggregate of 12.0 from 65 candidates. It runs the full P1–P7 programme, with a focus on early-years development and christian values.
A message
From the head teacher
At Koburimbi Buhweju, 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
Doreen Wanyana
Software engineer working abroad
Joseph Kato
University lecturer
...go on to...
...have excelled at...
...are Trailblazers at...
The Praecip verdict
A solid PLE performer on the national table
What stands out
Koburimbi PS Buhweju earns its place on the national table on results: rank 782 with an average aggregate of 12.0 from 65 candidates in 2025.
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 310,000 – 370,000
BoardingUGX 710,000 – 870,000
7 class levels · billed per term
Class level | Day Stay at home · attend daily | Boarding Meals, dorms, supervised study |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | UGX310,000 | UGX710,000 |
| P2 | UGX320,000 | UGX740,000 |
| P3 | UGX320,000 | UGX770,000 |
| P4 | UGX330,000 | UGX810,000 |
| P5 | UGX340,000 | UGX840,000 |
| P6 | UGX360,000 | UGX860,000 |
| P7 | UGX370,000 | UGX870,000 |
All amounts in UGX, billed per term. Annual figure assumes three school terms. Fees exclude one-off entrant extras (uniform, application, deposits), see below.
870000How fees are paid
Payment methods
Installment plans available
What's included
What fees covers
- Tuition
- Meals (lunch)
- Boarding (where applicable)
- Examinations & assessments
Financial aid
Bursaries & discounts
Koburimbi Buhweju Merit Bursary
Academic meritPartial tuition support for academically strong pupils from low-income families.
Sibling discount
SiblingA reduction on tuition for families with more than one child enrolled.
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 40,000
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
84
hopefuls
Places offered
61
admitted
Subscription
1.4×applications per place
Offer rate
73%
of applicants admitted
Admission charges · one-off
For new entrants
Issued to incoming families of Koburimbi Buhweju. Settled once at admission, never billed again.
Itemized charges
- 01Admission feeUSh 80,000
- 02Uniform setUSh 80,000
- 03Development fundUSh 60,000
Admissions currently closed
Next intake: Open for 2027 P1 intake
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
Koburimbi Buhweju celebrates its 2025 PLE results
The school ranked 782 nationally with an average aggregate of 12.0 and 16 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
- Library
- Computer / ICT room
Co-curricular
- Music & drama room
- Netball court
Transport
- School buses
Health & safety
- Sickbay
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
Couldn't be happier
A caring school with committed staff. Class sizes are a little large in the lower section but results speak for themselves.
Doreen N., Parent15 May 202621 people found this useful
Good value for the area
The teachers know each child by name and the termly reports are detailed. Our P5 daughter has grown in confidence here.
Patience K., Parent14 March 20269 people found this useful
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