School Leadership
Light Academy Girls Secondary School will be supported by a leadership structure responsible for academic standards, student wellbeing, guidance, administration, boarding and the development of the school.
Preparing for Our Founding Senior One (S.1) Cohort
Light Academy Girls Secondary School is preparing to open its doors in February 2027. Our leadership structure is organized into dedicated functional areas responsible for guiding our students, supporting teaching staff, and maintaining high standards across campus life.
Notice: Further information about leadership appointments will be shared as positions are confirmed.
Key Responsibilities & Administration
Our governance framework brings together experienced leadership across academic standards, student guidance, and campus life.
Head of School
Light Academy Girls Secondary School
- Overall institutional leadership, school culture, and educational direction
- Ensuring compliance with Ugandan Ministry of Education and UNEB standards
- Fostering a nurturing, values-driven secondary school environment for girls
- Community engagement, parent partnerships, and strategic school development
Deputy Head of School
Light Academy Girls Secondary School
- Daily school operations, staff coordination, and administrative oversight
- Supporting faculty in instructional excellence and institutional standards
- Student discipline, character development, and campus routines
- Liaison between academic departments and administration
Head of Academics
Light Academy Girls Secondary School
- Implementation of the NCDC Competency-Based Curriculum for Senior One
- Coordination of academic departments across Sciences, Humanities, and Languages
- Continuous assessment monitoring, student academic progress, and diagnostics
- Supervision of teacher development, lesson planning, and examination readiness
Head of Student Wellbeing & Guidance
Light Academy Girls Secondary School
- Guidance, personal development, and adolescent support programs
- Fostering positive relationships, mutual respect, and good study habits
- Coordination with the school nurse for student healthcare assistance
- Parent communication regarding student emotional and social wellbeing
Head of Boarding
Light Academy Girls Secondary School
- Overseeing residential hostel life, routines, and quiet prep periods
- Ensuring student safety, hygiene, rest, and community living standards
- Supervision of house matrons and residential care staff
- Creating a peaceful, structured home away from home for boarding students
Head of Administration
Light Academy Girls Secondary School
- Campus facility maintenance, logistics, and operational readiness
- Admissions office coordination, enrollment inquiries, and records
- Health, security, and estate management across the secondary campus
- Financial administration and institutional support services
Foundational Governance Principles
Drawing upon Light Academy's 27+ years of experience in Ugandan education, our school governance ensures high academic quality, ethical standards, and pupil safety.
Educational Standards & Ethics
Ensuring Light Academy Girls Secondary School maintains high academic standards, ethical foundations, and adherence to national curriculum guidelines.
Academic Quality & Innovation
Overseeing curriculum delivery, STEM opportunities, digital literacy, and continuous assessment to ensure learners build solid academic foundations.
Student Wellbeing & Care
Upholding high standards of student safety, health support, personal guidance, and a nurturing residential boarding experience.
Next: Our Teaching & Support Team
Learn about our academic faculty and student support departments.