The School

Namataba is a school for children from a very rural part of Uganda. These children often lack the necessary support at home, as many of their parents are unable to read or write. For them, education can be a life-changing opportunity—empowering them to break free from their circumstances and reach their full potential.
Every child deserves this chance, regardless of their family background, because education is the key to shaping one’s own future. Through education, children not only gain knowledge but also build self-confidence and discover new horizons.
At Namataba, the teachers and staff are committed to more than just fulfilling the Ugandan curriculum—they aim to educate the whole child, both academically and personally.

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The Classroom Experience

At Close the Gap Junior School, students benefit from a well-rounded learning experience that fosters both academic and practical skills. They acquire essential abilities in math, reading, and writing that support their personal and future professional development. In addition, classes are offered in English—an international language of communication—as well as Luganda, the mother tongue of most students.

A key part of the curriculum includes hands-on subjects like animal husbandry and agriculture. These lessons equip students with the knowledge to sustainably support their families through food cultivation and livestock care, while also nurturing an awareness of environmentally conscious living.

Beyond regular classes, students can join various clubs and extracurricular groups that allow them to explore their interests in sports, art, culture, and crafts. Ugandan culture—especially music and traditional dance—plays a central role in these activities. For girls, special workshops are offered where they learn to sew reusable sanitary pads, helping ensure consistent school attendance and greater participation in daily life.

Our Students’ Home

Many of our students come from challenging home environments. A large number are raised by single parents or grandparents who face significant financial hardship—circumstances that directly affect their access to education.

In many cases, a family of four to six shares a single room that serves as both bedroom and living space, often furnished with just one or two beds. Cooking is done outside, and water for washing and cleaning is fetched from jerrycans, as running water is not available. Toilets are usually located behind the house and are often shared with multiple families.

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The Unique School Building

Spread across a 12-hectare area, the school offers a truly special learning environment surrounded by nature. With its three architecturally appealing stories, the building provides ample space for students to move freely and even learn outdoors beneath fruit trees.

All food served at lunchtime comes directly from the Namataba Farm. Each class also maintains its own school garden, giving students hands-on experience with growing food and helping them understand the full cycle of planting, nurturing, and harvesting.

The campus is a harmonious blend of academic and practical education, nature, and community—a place where learning comes to life.

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The Classroom Experience

Our Students’ Home

The Unique School Building

Our local teachers

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