Q: Does my child need to be Asian to attend
your school?
A: No. In fact, the School is non-denominational
and multi-cultural. It accepts students from
all faiths.
Q: Why study at Aga Khan school?
A: The School aims to provide a quality education
that imparts a broad set of skills and knowledge
and develops independent and critical thinking.
The education is also designed to assist students
in acquiring the values and life skills that
will enable them to make their way confidently
in a world characterised by globalisation and
technological advancement.
Q: Should I be concerned that my child
be influenced by another religion?
A: The Aga Khan Mzizima Secondary School follows
non-discriminatory policies and fosters an atmosphere
that is respectful and understanding of different
beliefs and cultures.
Q: Will my child have a balanced education?
A: Yes. The School's emphases on intellectual
competence, critical consciousness and high
moral values require a programme of studies
that is balanced.
Q: Will it be difficult for my child to
adjust in another Aga Khan School?
A: Not at all. The teaching curriculum is aligned
with the Tanzanian national curriculum, covers
teaching modules similar to other Aga Khan educational
institutions and follows the high standards
set by the Aga Khan Education Services. In the
near future, Aga Khan Schools in Kenya, Uganda
and Tanzania will offer a common East African
curriculum. On a social level, current students
remark that most Aga Khan schools offer a similar
social and cultural environment.
Q: Will my child have difficulty in any
other international or local school?
A:
They should not face any difficulty with the curriculum as the School will be
following the widely acknowledged and reputed International Baccalaureate Programme.
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Q: Will my child have to study a local
language?
A: Yes. It is compulsory for all students to
study Kiswahili, the national language, during
the first four years of secondary education.
Thereafter it is optional.
Q: Will my child find it difficult
to adjust to the local students?
A: Not at all. The School's secular and multicultural
environment warmly welcomes students from all
walks of life.
Q: What if my child falls ill during
school hours?
The school has a full-time qualified resident
nurse who takes care of minor health problems
and keeps student health records. In cases of
emergency, government, private and the Aga Khan,
hospitals are in close proximity.
Q: Do you provide text books?
A: Yes. Every student is provided with textbooks
for all subjects.
Q: Do you have a canteen?
A: Yes. The School’s canteen offers snacks
and soft drinks at nominal prices during break-time.
Food quality and costs are closely monitored
by the school administration. As a safety measure,
students are disallowed from buying food or
drinks from outside the school premises.
Q: Where do your graduates go?
A: Students further their education in various
local and foreign colleges and Universities.
Students tend to pursue further education at
universities in the United Kingdom, Canada,
United States of America, Australia, India,
South Africa, Japan, Malaysia, Uganda, Kenya
and elsewhere
Q: How do I enroll my child?
Entry to the Aga Khan Mzizima Secondary School
is based on merit only, regardless of background.
It is also competitive. Each April, candidates
apply for entry into the Grade 8. Shortlisted
candidates sit for an English and Mathematics
entrance test and interview before being admitted.
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Q: How qualified are your teachers?
A: All teachers have a first degree with a professional
teaching qualification in their relevant teaching
area. Teachers are carefully recruited based
on competence and experience in the subject
area, understanding of modern teaching methods
and commitment to student-centered learning,
motivation towards the teaching learning process
and openness to change. Regular in-service training
programmes facilitate the ongoing growth and
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Q: How are teachers recruited?
Teachers are carefully recruited
through a rigorous selection process. The School
Management interviews shortlisted candidates.
This is followed by a demonstration lesson
in an actual classroom setting to assess a
candidate’s teaching skills. Find out more
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