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Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)

Senior 1 - Senior 4 | Comprehensive curriculum preparing students for national examinations

Senior 1 (S.1) - All Subjects

Students take ALL the following subjects in Senior 1 to build a strong foundation.
1. English
2. Mathematics
3. Physics
4. Chemistry
5. Biology
6. Geography
7. History
8. Christian Religious Education
9. Entrepreneurship
10. Kiswahili
11. Physical Education
12. Agriculture
13. Art
14. ICT/Computing
15. French
16. Luganda
17. Technology & Design
18. Foods & Nutrition Technology
19. Performing Arts

Senior 2 (S.2) - Subject Distribution

Subjects 1-11 are COMPULSORY. Choose ONE elective from subjects 12-19.

Compulsory Subjects (1-11)

1. English
2. Mathematics
3. Physics
4. Chemistry
5. Biology
6. Geography
7. History
8. Christian Religious Education
9. Entrepreneurship
10. Kiswahili
11. Physical Education

Elective Subjects (Choose ONE)

12. Agriculture
13. Art
14. ICT/Computing
15. French
16. Luganda
17. Technology & Design
18. Foods & Nutrition Technology
19. Performing Arts

Senior 3 & 4 (S.3 - S.4) - Subject Distribution

Subjects 1-8 are COMPULSORY. Choose ONE elective from subjects 9-19.

Compulsory Subjects (1-8)

1. English
2. Mathematics
3. Physics
4. Chemistry
5. Biology
6. Geography
7. History
8. Christian Religious Education

Elective Subjects (Choose ONE)

9. Entrepreneurship
10. Kiswahili
11. Physical Education
12. Agriculture
13. Art
14. ICT/Computing
15. French
16. Luganda
17. Technology & Design
18. Foods & Nutrition Technology
19. Performing Arts

Best Performing Students - UCE 2023

Best Female Student

Nakato Grace

Best Female Student - UCE 2023

Aggregate 8 | Division 1

Topped the school with exceptional performance in Sciences and Mathematics.

Best Male Student

Mukasa John

Best Male Student - UCE 2023

Aggregate 10 | Division 1

Excelled in Arts and Humanities with outstanding performance in History and Geography.

Overall School Performance: 95% Pass Rate | 120+ Division 1 Students

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)

Senior 5 - Senior 6 | Specialized subject combinations for university preparation

Science Subjects

Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology

Arts Subjects

Geography
History
Christian Religious Education

Business Subjects

Entrepreneurship
Economics

Languages

Literature in English
Luganda
French
Kiswahili

Vocational Subjects

Agriculture
Fine Art
Foods & Nutrition Technology

Subsidiary Subjects

General Paper is COMPULSORY for all A' Level students.
General Paper
ICT
Sub-Mathematics

Popular Subject Combinations

Science (PCB)

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • General Paper

Science (PCM)

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • General Paper

Arts (HGE)

  • History
  • Geography
  • Economics
  • General Paper

Business (BEG)

  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Geography
  • General Paper

Best Performing Students - UACE 2023

Best Female Student A Level

Namubiru Sarah

Best Female Student - UACE 2023

3 Principal Passes | 15 Points

Excelled in Sciences - Accepted to Makerere University for Medicine.

Best Male Student A Level

Okello David

Best Male Student - UACE 2023

3 Principal Passes | 14 Points

Excelled in Arts/Humanities - Accepted to Makerere University for Law.

Overall School Performance: 85% Pass Rate | 90% University Admission Rate

Our Academic Programme

A comprehensive, learner-centered approach to education

School Calendar

Well-structured academic year divided into three terms.

  • 3 Terms per academic year
  • Continuous assessment system
  • End of term examinations

Teaching Methodology

Learner-centered approaches for different learning styles.

  • Interactive classroom sessions
  • Practical laboratory work
  • Remedial and revision classes

Practical Learning

Hands-on experience in well-equipped laboratories.

  • Fully equipped science labs
  • Computer laboratory with internet
  • Skills development workshops

Assessment & Evaluation

Comprehensive assessment system.

  • Weekly tests and quizzes
  • Monthly progress reports
  • Parent-teacher conferences

ICT Integration

Technology-enhanced learning for 21st-century skills.

  • Computer studies curriculum
  • eLearning resources access
  • Online practice tests

Skills Development

Practical skills for self-reliance.

  • Tailoring and fashion design
  • Catering and food preparation
  • Agricultural practices

Our Dedicated Teaching Staff

Qualified and experienced educators committed to student success

Director of Studies

Mr. Nyombi Stephen

Director of Studies

Chemistry, Biology

Welcome to St. Maria Goretti's Academics department. Our dedicated teachers nurture young minds through a learner-centered approach.

Let us uphold our motto: "Faith & Diligence" - with faith in God and diligence in studies, we achieve greatness.

Assistant Director of Studies
Mrs. Nanyonga Resty M.

Assistant Director of Studies

English, Literature in Eng.

Meet Our Heads of Departments (HoDs)

Ms. Basaalwa Florence

Ms. Basaalwa Florence

Head of English Department

English, Literature in English

Mr. Ssegirinya Viane

Mr. Ssegirinya Viane

Head of Mathematics Department

Mathematics, Physics

Mr. Kaweesi Francis

Mr. Kaweesi Francis

Head of Physics Department

Physics, Mathematics

Mr. Mugisha Wellen

Mr. Mugisha Wellen

Head of Chemistry Department

Chemistry, Biology

Mr. Basuule Jackson

Mr. Basuule Jackson

Head of Business Department

Commerce, Entrepreneurship, Accounts

Mr. Nuwarinda Osbert

Mr. Nuwarinda Osbert

Head of Biology Department

Biology, Chemistry

Miss. Joy Nabwami

Miss. Joy Nabwami

Head of Geography Department

Geography

Mr. Mugabe Stuart

Mr. Mugabe Stuart

Head of History Department

History

Miss. Annet Nalubuga

Miss. Annet Nalubuga

Head of CRE Department

Christian Religious Education

Miss. Josephine Nakaloma

Miss. Josephine Nakaloma

Head of ICT Department

Computer Studies, ICT

Miss. Gloria Okunde

Miss. Gloria Okunde

Head of Swahili Department

Swahili

Mr. Ngondwe Pontian

Mr. Ngondwe Pontian

Head of French Department

French

Mr. Kibirigge Raymond

Mr. Kibirigge Raymond

Head of Luganda Department

Luganda

Miss. Mary Racheal Naluwembe

Miss. Mary Racheal Naluwembe

Head of Art & Design Department

Fine Art

Mr. Mugadya Alex Kibeera

Mr. Mugadya Alex Kibeera

Head of Agriculture Department

Agriculture

Mr. Kiweewa Mike

Mr. Kiweewa Mike

Head of Physical Education & Sports Department

Physical Education

Miss. Martha Nansove

Miss. Martha Nansove

Head of Foods & Nutrition Tech Department

Foods & Nutrition

Mr. Serwakulya Paul

Mr. Serwakulya Paul

Head of Technical Drawing Department

Technical Drawing

Miss. Lucia Nankya

Miss. Lucia Nankya

Head of Performing Arts (Music) Department

Performing Arts

We have over 60+ qualified and experienced teachers across all departments,
committed to nurturing academic excellence and character formation.

Our Performance

Consistent excellence in national examinations

95%

UCE Pass Rate (2023)

85%

UACE Pass Rate (2023)

120+

Division 1 Students (2023)

90%

University Admissions

Skilling (DIY) Program

Hands-on skills for self-reliance and entrepreneurship

Tailoring & Fashion

Learn garment construction and design

Catering

Food preparation and hospitality skills

Computer Skills

Programming, web design, and IT skills

Painting & Decor

Interior and exterior decoration

Agriculture

Modern farming and agribusiness

Electrical Installation

Basic electrical skills and wiring