Q: Does my child need to be Asian to attend your school?
A: No. In fact, the School is multi-cultural and accepts children from all walks of life.

Q: Why study at the Aga Khan School?
A: The Aga Khan School strives for excellence through a continuous process of improvement that features regular review of teachers and programmes. At the same time, it works to create a harmonious balance between academic demands, sporting and cultural activities and community life. In addition, its graduates are sought after by universities in Uganda and abroad.

Q: Should I be concerned that my child will be influenced by another religion?
A: The Aga Khan Primary 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: Besides achieving good academic results, students are encouraged to pursue a wide range of co-curricular activities. The School offers varied activities, including all major Sports (Soccer, Basketball, Cricket, Hockey, Swimming) and up to 16 Clubs and Societies, such as Roots and Shoots, Art, Drama, Environment, First Aid and Writers Clubs. Find out more

Q: Will it be difficult for my child to adjust in another Aga Khan School?
A :Not at all. The Aga Khan Primary School in Dar es Salaam is part of the Aga Khan Education Service which currently operates more than 300 schools all of which upkeep the same very high standards. Socially, current students have reflected that most Aga Khan Schools offer a similar social culture and equally dynamic environment.

Q: Will my child have difficulty in any other international or local school?
A: No, the IBO Primary Years Programme strives to enable students to gain an in-depth understanding of a range of concepts across most of subject areas treated at primary school level. Therefore, a student leaving Aga Khan primary School, Dar es Salaam will be able to adjust with ease to the curriculum offered by the receiving school, be it local or international.

Q: Will my child have to study a local language?
A: Yes. The IBO - Primary Years Programme aims at developing an inernational outlook but not at the expense of the individual’s cultural identity. Therefore, Kiswahili, being the Tanzanian national language, is compulsory for all students to study from Grades 1 - 6. Thereafter, students can either choose Kiswahili or another modern foreign language (eg French).

Q: Will my child find it difficult to adjust to the local students?
A: No. The School's secular environment warmly welcomes students from all walks of life, ensuring tolerance and acceptance by staff and students.

Q: What if my child falls ill during school hours?
A: The school has a resident qualified nurse who attends to 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 textbooks?
A: Yes. The School provides basic text-books for the use of students. The School Library offers additional supplementary resources to meet students’ and teachers’ needs. Find out more

Q: Do you provide transport facilities?
A: Though the School does not provide transportation, private transporters can provide reliable services upon request.

Q: Do you provide canteen services?
A: The School Canteen offers meals and snacks during breaks, lunchtime and after school at reasonable prices.

Q: Where do your graduates go?
A: Most students pursue their secondary education at the Aga Khan Mzizima Secondary School. Others study at reputed secondary schools.

Q: What facilities are available?
A: The School boasts of a modern automated Library, two well-equipped Computer laboratories, an Audio-Visual room, Science laboratories and Creative Arts and Music rooms. Find out more

The School recognises the importance of a well-rounded education; therefore, the emphasis on holistic education extends beyond the classroom. Students can pursue a wide range of intellectual, sporting and social activities. Find out more