Kibuku, Uganda: Nandere Secondary School has joined thousands of schools across the country in preparing Senior Four candidates for the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations, set to begin on Monday, October 13, 2025.
The school held its official candidate briefing on Friday, October 10, marking its second cohort to sit under the new competency-based curriculum introduced in 2020.
The examinations, themed “Embracing Security and Holistic Assessment of Learners in a Dynamic Environment,” will contribute 80 percent of the final grade, while the remaining 20 percent comes from project work completed in Senior Three.
The first papers, Geography Paper One and Biology Theory, will be written on Monday, October 13, followed by Physics Theory on Wednesday.
Director of Studies Alikoba Samali commended Headteacher Luzige Peter and the teaching staff for their dedication in equipping candidates for the demanding national exams. She highlighted the value of the Senior Three project work in building practical skills and urged the candidates to emulate the 2024 pioneers who performed well under the new curriculum.
Deputy Headteacher Takali Alupot Jane reminded students to verify their registered subjects to avoid last-minute errors, stressing the importance of discipline and focus during the examination period.
Headteacher Luzige Peter likened the candidates to “soldiers preparing for a national challenge,” saying the exams not only measure student competence but also reflect teacher performance under the new system. He assured the school would uphold UNEB standards and cautioned against examination malpractice, while calling on parents to clear any remaining school dues.
Chief Invigilator Irumba Charles from Union Vision Naboa Secondary School emphasized punctuality and integrity, warning candidates against any form of misconduct. He urged students to stay calm, focused, and adhere strictly to examination rules to protect the integrity of their results.
Student representative Dongo Peter expressed gratitude to the school alumni for their continued support, while Agriculture teacher Mukatabala John advised candidates to avoid distractions and negative peer influence.
Despite ongoing teacher industrial action across the country, Luzige praised his staff for prioritising the learners’ success. He encouraged parents to continue supporting the school’s infrastructure development and appealed to local leaders for a reliable electricity supply to enhance learning outcomes.
Alumni members, including Itego Javira, a student at the Islamic University in Uganda, and Mwanda Farahan, applauded the school administration for fostering excellence.
Waboga Iman, chairperson of the Nandere SS Old Students’ Association, encouraged current candidates to maintain unity and join the alumni network after completion.
Since gaining community school status in 2018, Nandere SS has registered steady academic growth despite limited facilities, a testament to strong community support and dedicated leadership.
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