Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions for parents, by pathway.
Find clear answers to common parent questions about UCAN International School, including admissions, Primary School, Secondary School, the Canadian OSSD pathway, school life, fees, meals, uniforms, and transport.
01 / Admissions
Starting the conversation
General questions that apply to most families before programme placement is confirmed.
Is U-Can a recognized international school?+
U-Can delivers a Canadian secondary school pathway through its Canadian educational partnership. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is the official secondary school qualification granted by the Ontario Ministry of Education in Canada and is recognized by universities and colleges in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and around the world.
How do I apply to UCAN?+
Start by sharing your child’s age, current class, and programme interest. Admissions can then guide your family through consultation, readiness review, documents, fees, and next steps.
How do I know which programme is right for my child?+
UCAN reviews the learner’s current class, age, academic readiness, and future study direction before recommending Primary School, Secondary School, or the Canadian Diploma Pathway.
Does my child need an assessment before admission?+
The school may review readiness before admission so parents receive clear guidance on the most suitable entry point and any support the learner may need.
What documents are required?+
Admissions will confirm the final document list. Parents should expect to share academic records, identification details, and any information that helps the school understand the learner’s current level.
02 / Primary School
Strong foundations
For families looking at early years and primary progression through Grade 8.
What age or class level is Primary School suitable for?+
UCAN Primary School supports younger learners from early foundations through primary grades, with placement guided by age, readiness, and previous school history.
Which grades are covered in the Primary School programme?+
The current fee structure references early years and primary progression from Pre-K through Grade 8, with local and international equivalents shown under each grade.
How does UCAN support literacy and numeracy foundations?+
The Primary School experience is designed around strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, confidence, character, and curiosity.
How does Primary School prepare learners for Secondary School?+
Primary learners build the habits, confidence, and academic foundations needed to move into a more structured secondary pathway.
03 / Secondary School
Academic direction
For learners building subject confidence before the Canadian Diploma route.
Which grades are covered in Secondary School?+
UCAN Secondary School supports the upper school route, and the current fee content references Grade 9 to Grade 12.
How does Secondary School prepare learners for the Canadian Diploma pathway?+
The programme focuses on academic structure, subject planning, parent-facing clarity, and preparation for Canadian Diploma expectations.
What academic guidance is provided for subject planning?+
Learners receive guidance around subject choices and progression so families understand the next academic step clearly.
Can learners join UCAN from another curriculum?+
Admissions should review the learner’s previous school history and readiness before advising the best entry point.
04 / Direct Pathway
IGCSE or O-Levels to OSSD
For families comparing Direct Entry and the Bridging Pathway.
Who is eligible for the Direct Entry Pathway?+
The Direct Entry route is presented for IGCSE graduates moving into the Grade 12 OSSD Diploma Pathway.
Who is eligible for the Bridging Pathway?+
The Bridging Pathway is presented for O-Level graduates who need a bridging programme before joining the same Grade 12 OSSD route.
What is the difference between Direct Entry and the Bridging Pathway?+
IGCSE graduates follow a direct Grade 12 OSSD route. O-Level graduates first complete a bridging stage before joining the identical Grade 12 OSSD pathway.
What is the pathway after graduation?+
Students graduate with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), which opens pathways to university, college, and future study opportunities in Canada and around the world.
How long does the Direct OSSD Pathway programme take?+
The current notes state that IGCSE graduates follow a 10-month Grade 12 OSSD Pathway. O-Level graduates follow a 12-13 month route covering the Bridging Programme plus the same Grade 12 OSSD pathway.
How does U-Can support university preparation?+
U-Can supports students with academic guidance, subject pathway planning, and help preparing for university and college applications.
Does the OSSD include community service?+
Yes. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma pathway includes a community service requirement, helping students build responsibility, confidence, and real-world experience beyond classroom learning.
05 / School Life
Daily experience
Practical questions about uniforms, meals, the school day, activities, and campus life.
Do students wear a school uniform?+
Yes. U-Can students wear school uniform for school requirements and official outings, with sports kits used for PE and sports. The listed uniform fee is USD $70 or UGX 250,000.
What kind of meals are provided?+
Freshly prepared nutritious lunches are included. The school kitchen prepares healthy hot meals, with vegetarian options and respectful accommodation of religious dietary traditions where possible.
How long is the school day?+
The school day runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, and regular attendance is expected.
Are extracurricular activities and sports included?+
Yes. Extracurricular activities are included, and students can take part in sports such as football, basketball, and volleyball during breaks and after school.
Is transport available?+
Optional transport is available from designated pick-up points along main transport routes. Off-main-road pickups are not provided, so families should confirm the available route before enrolment.
06 / Fees
Payments and charges
Fee answers should remain short and point families back to the approved fee tables.
Where can I see the latest fees?+
The fees page lists Primary School, Secondary School, and Direct Pathway fees. Admissions should confirm the final current amount before payment.
Can fees be paid in Ugandan Shillings?+
Yes. Payments can be made in USD, CDN, or UGX. Admissions should confirm the current exchange rate and final payment instructions before payment.
What is included in school fees?+
The all-inclusive fee structure includes tuition, learning materials, extracurricular activities, internet access where applicable, and freshly prepared nutritious lunch.
Are there extra charges beyond tuition?+
Each programme has its own charges section. Parents should review the relevant programme fee details and confirm any additional costs before enrolment.
Are discounts available?+
The fee blocks include discount sections for Primary and Secondary. Admissions should confirm which discounts apply to your family.
Are Direct Entry and Bridging Pathway fees the same?+
No. The Direct Pathway fee content presents Direct Entry and Bridging Pathway as separate fee charts, so they should stay separate in parent-facing content.
Personal pathway guidance
Not sure where your child fits? Let UCAN guide the next step.
Our admissions team can help you compare Primary School, Secondary School, and the Direct Pathway based on your child's age, current class, and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions for parents, by pathway.
Find clear answers to common parent questions about UCAN International School, including admissions, Primary School, Secondary School, the Canadian OSSD pathway, school life, fees, meals, uniforms, and transport.
01 / Admissions
Starting the conversation
General questions that apply to most families before programme placement is confirmed.
Is U-Can a recognized international school?+
U-Can delivers a Canadian secondary school pathway through its Canadian educational partnership. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is the official secondary school qualification granted by the Ontario Ministry of Education in Canada and is recognized by universities and colleges in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and around the world.
How do I apply to UCAN?+
Start by sharing your child’s age, current class, and programme interest. Admissions can then guide your family through consultation, readiness review, documents, fees, and next steps.
How do I know which programme is right for my child?+
UCAN reviews the learner’s current class, age, academic readiness, and future study direction before recommending Primary School, Secondary School, or the Canadian Diploma Pathway.
Does my child need an assessment before admission?+
The school may review readiness before admission so parents receive clear guidance on the most suitable entry point and any support the learner may need.
What documents are required?+
Admissions will confirm the final document list. Parents should expect to share academic records, identification details, and any information that helps the school understand the learner’s current level.
02 / Primary School
Strong foundations
For families looking at early years and primary progression through Grade 8.
What age or class level is Primary School suitable for?+
UCAN Primary School supports younger learners from early foundations through primary grades, with placement guided by age, readiness, and previous school history.
Which grades are covered in the Primary School programme?+
The current fee structure references early years and primary progression from Pre-K through Grade 8, with local and international equivalents shown under each grade.
How does UCAN support literacy and numeracy foundations?+
The Primary School experience is designed around strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, confidence, character, and curiosity.
How does Primary School prepare learners for Secondary School?+
Primary learners build the habits, confidence, and academic foundations needed to move into a more structured secondary pathway.
03 / Secondary School
Academic direction
For learners building subject confidence before the Canadian Diploma route.
Which grades are covered in Secondary School?+
UCAN Secondary School supports the upper school route, and the current fee content references Grade 9 to Grade 12.
How does Secondary School prepare learners for the Canadian Diploma pathway?+
The programme focuses on academic structure, subject planning, parent-facing clarity, and preparation for Canadian Diploma expectations.
What academic guidance is provided for subject planning?+
Learners receive guidance around subject choices and progression so families understand the next academic step clearly.
Can learners join UCAN from another curriculum?+
Admissions should review the learner’s previous school history and readiness before advising the best entry point.
04 / Direct Pathway
IGCSE or O-Levels to OSSD
For families comparing Direct Entry and the Bridging Pathway.
Who is eligible for the Direct Entry Pathway?+
The Direct Entry route is presented for IGCSE graduates moving into the Grade 12 OSSD Diploma Pathway.
Who is eligible for the Bridging Pathway?+
The Bridging Pathway is presented for O-Level graduates who need a bridging programme before joining the same Grade 12 OSSD route.
What is the difference between Direct Entry and the Bridging Pathway?+
IGCSE graduates follow a direct Grade 12 OSSD route. O-Level graduates first complete a bridging stage before joining the identical Grade 12 OSSD pathway.
What is the pathway after graduation?+
Students graduate with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), which opens pathways to university, college, and future study opportunities in Canada and around the world.
How long does the Direct OSSD Pathway programme take?+
The current notes state that IGCSE graduates follow a 10-month Grade 12 OSSD Pathway. O-Level graduates follow a 12-13 month route covering the Bridging Programme plus the same Grade 12 OSSD pathway.
How does U-Can support university preparation?+
U-Can supports students with academic guidance, subject pathway planning, and help preparing for university and college applications.
Does the OSSD include community service?+
Yes. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma pathway includes a community service requirement, helping students build responsibility, confidence, and real-world experience beyond classroom learning.
05 / School Life
Daily experience
Practical questions about uniforms, meals, the school day, activities, and campus life.
Do students wear a school uniform?+
Yes. U-Can students wear school uniform for school requirements and official outings, with sports kits used for PE and sports. The listed uniform fee is USD $70 or UGX 250,000.
What kind of meals are provided?+
Freshly prepared nutritious lunches are included. The school kitchen prepares healthy hot meals, with vegetarian options and respectful accommodation of religious dietary traditions where possible.
How long is the school day?+
The school day runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, and regular attendance is expected.
Are extracurricular activities and sports included?+
Yes. Extracurricular activities are included, and students can take part in sports such as football, basketball, and volleyball during breaks and after school.
Is transport available?+
Optional transport is available from designated pick-up points along main transport routes. Off-main-road pickups are not provided, so families should confirm the available route before enrolment.
06 / Fees
Payments and charges
Fee answers should remain short and point families back to the approved fee tables.
Where can I see the latest fees?+
The fees page lists Primary School, Secondary School, and Direct Pathway fees. Admissions should confirm the final current amount before payment.
Can fees be paid in Ugandan Shillings?+
Yes. Payments can be made in USD, CDN, or UGX. Admissions should confirm the current exchange rate and final payment instructions before payment.
What is included in school fees?+
The all-inclusive fee structure includes tuition, learning materials, extracurricular activities, internet access where applicable, and freshly prepared nutritious lunch.
Are there extra charges beyond tuition?+
Each programme has its own charges section. Parents should review the relevant programme fee details and confirm any additional costs before enrolment.
Are discounts available?+
The fee blocks include discount sections for Primary and Secondary. Admissions should confirm which discounts apply to your family.
Are Direct Entry and Bridging Pathway fees the same?+
No. The Direct Pathway fee content presents Direct Entry and Bridging Pathway as separate fee charts, so they should stay separate in parent-facing content.
Personal pathway guidance
Not sure where your child fits? Let UCAN guide the next step.
Our admissions team can help you compare Primary School, Secondary School, and the Direct Pathway based on your child's age, current class, and goals.