On 24th October, the French Embassy in Uganda in partnership with Alliance Francaise de Kampala and the Association of Teachers of French in Uganda (APFO) recognized over seven Ugandan schools with prestigious Label following the conclusion of a two-year initiative aimed at improving the quality of French instruction in Uganda.
The selected schools were recognized for their exceptional dedication, innovative methodologies and outstanding performance in the teaching of the French language.
Among the recognized schools included Kitante Hill School, St Joseph’s S.S Naggalama, St Theresa Secondary School Bwanda, St Henry’s College Kitovu, Ndejje Secondary School, Seeta High School Green Campus and Kira College Butiki.
The recognised institutions were selected following a nationwide evaluation of 47 schools under the Fonds de Solidarité pour les Projets Innovants (FEF) project that aims promote high-quality and harmonized French language teaching in Uganda through supporting the transition towards a competence-based curriculum that places learners at the center of the learning process.
The project encourages students to actively use French in communication and practical situations rather than relying solely on classroom instruction.
The Ambassador of France to Uganda, Virginie Leroy, urged students and teachers to continue practicing the language noting that French language is an important cultural and economic asset that could open opportunities for the students to work in different countries.
‘Let’s take the French language as an asset to open doors, proficiency in French could help Ugandans access employment, build businesses, travel and connect with people across different countries.’ Mr Leroy said.
Mr Frantz Said Ami, a technical expert from Expertise France working with NCDC called for continued collaboration among schools, teachers and development partners to build on the project’s achievements and expand access to French language learning across Uganda noting that.
‘Dear students and teachers, it’s now your duty to expanding French language and examinations beyond Kampala to enable learners in other parts of the country to obtain internationally recognized certification.’