School Management Software in Uganda
Built for Ugandan schools — automate attendance tracking, fee collection, admissions, exams, and parent communication from one platform that supports the NCDC curriculum and UNEB examinations.
10,000+
Students managed
30+
Schools on the platform
80%
Reduction in admin time
< 2 min
Setup time
The real challenges Uganda schools face every day
Uganda's education system is built on a structured national curriculum developed by the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) and examined by UNEB through the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), and the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). For private schools, the pressure of these examination cycles is intense: registration windows, mock exams, and results processing follow fixed national dates, and the transition to a new competence-based lower secondary curriculum has increased the volume of continuous assessment teachers must record and report.
Most Ugandan families pay school fees in cash or through mobile money — MTN MoMo and Airtel Money are the everyday tools parents use to transfer tuition. Schools that rely on manual receipts and paper ledgers struggle to reconcile hundreds of small mobile-money payments against student accounts, especially when payments arrive in installments or under multiple family members' numbers. The result is frequent disputes over what has been paid, time lost to reconciliation, and a constant, unproductive chase for arrears that diverts attention from teaching.
Parent communication is another daily struggle. With many parents active on mobile networks but not always reachable by phone, schools depend on short notice slips, word of mouth, and group chats to share attendance alerts, fee reminders, and exam results. None of this leaves an auditable record, and critical messages are easily missed. For schools managing large enrolments — or clusters of campuses across Kampala and upcountry towns — the administrative burden multiplies. EduPilotPro gives Ugandan schools a single platform for attendance, assessments, fees, and parent communication that works on the smartphones parents already carry.
Everything your school needs
From attendance to fees to parent communication — EduPilotPro automates the entire school administration workflow for Uganda schools.
AI agents purpose-built for Uganda schools
Each agent handles a specific administrative domain — from admissions to fee collection — so your staff can focus on education instead of paperwork.
500+
applications / hour
92%
auto-classified
75%
faster review cycles
60 sec
class attendance
40 hrs
saved / week / school
100%
offline-capable
25%→4%
default rate reduction
85%
parents engage via mobile app
24/7
automated parent conversations
Built for Uganda education
NCDC curriculum & UNEB examination support
EduPilotPro supports the NCDC curriculum from primary through A-Level, with continuous assessment tracking and PLE, UCE, and UACE registration and results management. Schools offering Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels run that track alongside the national system.
Fee collection with MTN MoMo & Airtel Money
Parents can pay school fees via MTN MoMo, Airtel Money, bank transfer, or cash at the office. EduPilotPro reconciles every mobile-money payment against the student's account automatically and sends receipts and reminders to parents.
Parent communication in English & Luganda
Attendance alerts, fee reminders, exam results, and school announcements are delivered as push notifications in English and Luganda. Parents choose their preferred language, and schools keep a full record of every message sent.
School year at a glance
National Holidays & School Calendar 2026-27
A year-round view of national public holidays and school term breaks for schools in Uganda. Dates follow the national/public-school calendar and may vary by region or school type.
Days off in September 2026
0 daysNo recorded days off this month. Use the arrows to browse the rest of the school year.
Full-year calendar of days off
11 months with recorded days off
January 2026
2 days- New Year's DayPublic holiday
2026-01-01
New Year's Day marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year and is a public holiday in Uganda. Schools are closed as families welcome the new year.
- NRM Liberation DayPublic holiday
2026-01-26
NRM Liberation Day commemorates the victory of the National Resistance Movement in 1986, which ended years of civil conflict in Uganda. It is a public holiday, and schools are closed.
March 2026
1 days- International Women's DayPublic holiday
2026-03-08
International Women's Day honours the achievements and contributions of women in Uganda. It is a national public holiday, and schools are closed on 8 March.
April 2026
2 days- Good FridayPublic holiday
2026-04-03
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is a public holiday in Uganda. Schools are closed for the Easter weekend, and Christian communities hold services.
- Easter MondayPublic holiday
2026-04-06
Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday and is a public holiday in Uganda. Schools remain closed as communities celebrate the resurrection.
May 2026
2 days- Labour DayPublic holiday
2026-05-01
Labour Day honours the contributions of workers in Uganda. It is a public holiday, and schools are closed on 1 May.
- Eid al-FitrPublic holiday
2026-05-21
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated by Uganda's Muslim community with prayers and festive meals. It is a public holiday, and schools close for the occasion. The date follows the lunar calendar.
June 2026
2 days- Martyrs' DayPublic holiday
2026-06-03
Martyrs' Day honours the Uganda Martyrs, a group of Christians and Muslims executed on the orders of the Kabaka of Buganda in the 1880s. Pilgrims gather at Namugongo, and it is a public holiday. Schools are closed.
- National Heroes' DayPublic holiday
2026-06-09
National Heroes' Day honours Ugandans who contributed to the country's liberation and development. It is a public holiday, and schools are closed.
July 2026
1 days- Eid al-AdhaPublic holiday
2026-07-28
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, is a major Islamic holiday in Uganda. It is a public holiday, and schools close for the occasion. The date follows the lunar calendar.
October 2026
1 days- Independence DayPublic holiday
2026-10-09
Independence Day celebrates Uganda's independence from British colonial rule on 9 October 1962. It is a national public holiday marked with ceremonies, and schools are closed.
December 2026
13 days- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-21
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-22
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-23
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-24
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- Christmas DayPublic holiday
2026-12-25
Christmas Day is celebrated by Uganda's Christian community and is a public holiday. Schools are closed as families gather for church services and festive meals.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-25
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- Boxing DayPublic holiday
2026-12-26
Boxing Day, the day after Christmas, is a public holiday in Uganda. Schools remain closed, and many families use the day for visits and relaxation.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-26
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-27
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-28
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-29
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-30
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2026-12-31
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
January 2027
5 days- End-of-year breakSchool break
2027-01-01
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2027-01-02
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2027-01-03
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2027-01-04
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
- End-of-year breakSchool break
2027-01-05
The end-of-year break runs through Christmas and New Year and closes the academic year in Uganda. Schools reopen in early February for the new school year.
April 2027
15 days- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-16
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-17
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-18
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-19
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-20
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-21
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-22
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-23
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-24
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-25
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-26
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-27
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-28
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-29
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-04-30
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
May 2027
24 days- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-01
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-02
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-03
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-04
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-05
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-06
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-07
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-08
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-09
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-10
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-11
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-12
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-13
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-14
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-15
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-16
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-17
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-18
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-19
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-20
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-21
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-22
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-23
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
- Second-term breakSchool break
2027-05-24
The break between the first and second terms of the Ugandan school year gives students a holiday during the hot season. It falls after the Easter period.
“Reconciling mobile-money payments and chasing attendance were our two biggest time-wasters. EduPilotPro handles both automatically and keeps parents informed in real time.”
Sarah Nakato
Head Teacher, Private School, Kampala
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about EduPilotPro for schools in Uganda.
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