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Admission Process
A clear guide to how learners join Arua Public Secondary School, from application and selection to reporting and orientation.
Application
Choosing Arua Public Secondary School during UNEB registration
Senior One
Primary Seven (P.7) for Senior One admission
Senior Five
Senior Four (S.4) for Senior Five admission
General
Admission into Senior One (S.1) and Senior Five (S.5) begins after UNEB releases the PLE and UCE results.
Selection and Placement
Admission through the national government selection process
As a government school, APSS admits learners into S.1 and S.5 through the national selection exercise organized by the Ministry of Education and Sports.
Placement is based on:
- UNEB examination results
- The learner’s school choice during registration
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Years of Impact
S.2 & S.3 Admissions
Admission into S.2 and S.3 is limited and only considered in a few cases, especially for children of civil servants transferred to Arua City from other districts.
Parents or learners may apply for available vacancies by writing to the Headteacher and providing:
- Age
- Previous School Attended
- Parent/Guardian contact details
- Reason for transfer
- Recommendation letter from previous school
- Reason for transfer
Why Choose Us
Academic Excellence
We are committed to helping every learner achieve strong academic results through qualified teachers, a structured curriculum, and consistent support in and outside the classroom.
Holistic Student Development
Beyond academics, we nurture talents, discipline, leadership, and confidence through sports, clubs, guidance, and co-curricular activities that prepare students for life.
Safe and Supportive Learning Environment
Our school provides a secure, caring, and inclusive atmosphere where students feel valued, respected, and motivated to do their best every day.
Strong Moral and Leadership Foundation
We instill discipline, integrity, responsibility, and respect, helping students grow into responsible citizens and future leaders of Uganda and beyond.
Our Achievement
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