Nyakasura School is a co-educational Church of Uganda boarding school at the foot of the Rwenzori, forming young people in faith, scholarship and service for one hundred years.
“To Minister and not to be Ministered Unto” Mark 10:45
1926Founded in Fort Portal
Founded in 1926, Nyakasura School has grown into one of Uganda's most respected boarding secondary schools, known for academic excellence, character formation and a proud tradition in sport and leadership.
Established by Commander Ernest Calwell on land granted by the Omukama of Tooro, the school offers both Ordinary and Advanced Level education and continues to shape leaders in public life, medicine, the arts and community service.
Focusing solely on academic achievement is insufficient; we must equip our students with critical, creative and innovative thinking.
It is with immense pride that I welcome you to Nyakasura School. Over a century our school has fostered a community of learners grounded in the Fear of God, Hard Work and Talent Development. As we enter our second century, we commit ourselves to Broader Thinking: open, adaptable and resilient minds, ready for a changing world.
Rev. Dr. Richardson E.B. Balinda (PhD)Head Master
The Fear of God, Hard Work and Talent Development have guided Nyakasura for a hundred years.
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Founded on the Christian values of the Church of Uganda, the school welcomes and respects learners of every faith, forming integrity, humility and service.
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Discipline, consistency and perseverance are the pathway to excellence, in the classroom and in every other venture our students take on.
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Games and sports, clubs, debate, music, dance and drama give every learner the chance to discover and grow their gifts.
Learn moreFrom three hills offered by the Omukama of Tooro to a national institution: the moments that made the school.
Commander Ernest Calwell, encouraged by two Tooro students, asks the Omukama Daudi Kasagama Kyebambe IV for land: "Give me children and I will give you chiefs." The Omukama offers three hills.
Nyakasura becomes the birthplace of school cricket in Uganda, hosting the first cricket match in the country.
Under the Rev. Perrens as Head Master, the first girls are admitted, and Nyakasura becomes a co-educational school.
The debate team wins the national championship, a title it wins again in 2017.
Rev. Dr. Richardson E.B. Balinda succeeds Mr. Frank Manyindo as Head Master.
Nyakasura beats Mbarara High School in the final of the Uganda Speech and Debate Champions League, after earlier titles in 2014 and 2017.
On 26 March 2026 the school celebrates one hundred years of excellence in education, leadership and character.
Nyakasura School has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) Ball Games II Championship, scheduled for July 2027. The event is expected to bring together more than 8,000 athletes from secondary schools across Uganda to compete in various sporting disciplines.
Old Nyakasurans serve Uganda and the world as leaders, professionals and community builders. Register to stay connected with classmates and the school.
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Applications for Senior One and Senior Five are made online. Visit us in Fort Portal and see the school for yourself.
