Affording Light Academy

Tuition, Fees & Scholarships

We are committed to providing transparent, all-inclusive value for incoming Senior One families. An investment in a Light Academy education is an investment in her lifelong confidence, intellect, and leadership.

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All-Inclusive Value

What Your Fees Cover

Unlike many schools with hidden surcharges, Light Academy fees cover core tuition, laboratories, boarding, wholesome nutrition, healthcare, and co-curricular programs.

Academic Instruction

Comprehensive UNEB Senior One (S.1) curriculum delivery

Consumable supplies for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Robotics labs

High-speed campus Wi-Fi and digital library commons access

Personalized evening academic clinics and peer tutoring

Residential Boarding & Nutrition

Spacious, comfortable hostel accommodation with resident house mothers

Three hot, balanced, nutritious meals daily plus evening tea and fruit

24/7 on-campus infirmary with qualified registered nurses

Continuous hot water, generator power backup, and laundry services

Co-Curriculars & Wellness

Access to all sports courts (basketball, volleyball, athletics grounds)

Participation in 15+ student clubs (Robotics, Drama, Debate, MUN)

Licensed student counseling and mental wellness guidance

House competitions, pastoral seminars, and life-skills workshops

Merit & Support

Scholarship Opportunities

We believe financial constraints should never stand in the way of exceptional talent. Explore our merit-based and talent scholarships.

Up to 50% Tuition

PLE Academic Merit Scholarship

Awarded to incoming Senior One (S.1) students who achieved outstanding Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results (Aggregate 4 to 6).

Eligibility Criteria:

PLE Aggregate 4 – 6 (Division 1 distinction)

Excellent primary school conduct record

Satisfactory performance in Light Academy diagnostic assessment

Specialized Award

STEM & Innovation Scholarship

Recognizing exceptional talent in mathematics, robotics, coding, scientific invention, or national science olympiad achievements.

Eligibility Criteria:

Demonstrated passion and portfolio in STEM/robotics

Participation in regional or national science competitions

STEM assessment & project interview with Director of STEM

Family Support

Sibling Discount Program

We support families educating multiple daughters with tuition fee discounts of 5% to 10% for the second and third sister.

Eligibility Criteria:

Multiple sisters concurrently enrolled at Light Academy

Applicable across primary and secondary campuses

Automatic renewal each academic term

Bursary Support

Need-Based Financial Aid

A discretionary bursary supported by the Light Academy Foundation for academically promising girls facing financial hardship.

Eligibility Criteria:

Demonstrated academic excellence and strong character

Verified family financial statement and disclosure

Annual review and maintenance of good academic standing

Payment Options

Flexible Payment Schedules

We understand that family financial planning requires flexibility. Light Academy offers multiple payment structures:

Termly Plan

Fees paid prior to the commencement of each of the three terms in the academic year.

Annual Discount

Families who pay the full annual fees upfront at the start of Term 1 receive a 5% discount.

Installment Support

Pre-arranged monthly installment plans are available through our school bursary office.

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