The Education Department in a District Local Government in Uganda is a cornerstone of human development, mandated to oversee and facilitate the provision of quality education and sports services across the district. Headed by the District Education Officer (DEO), the department operates under the guidance of national education policies and the Decentralization framework outlined in the Local Governments Act.

Its primary role is to implement and monitor education laws, policies, and programs, ensuring that all schools and educational institutions within the district adhere to national standards. This includes the management of Universal Primary Education (UPE) and Universal Secondary Education (USE) initiatives, aiming to increase access, equity, and relevance of education for all children, including those with special needs.

Currently, the district boosts of 61 government-aided primary schools and seven government-aided secondary schools. The secondary schools are; Kiyombya Seed school, Buheesi Secondary School, Mother Care Secondary School, Rubona Secondary School, Kateebwa High, Rwimi Secondary School and Kibiito Secondary School. 

Key responsibilities of the Education Department include:

• Policy Implementation and Coordination: Ensuring effective translation of national education policies and plans into actionable strategies at the district level.
• School Inspection and Supervision: Conducting regular inspections of pre-primary, primary, secondary, and vocational institutions to monitor curriculum implementation, teaching standards, and overall school performance. This also includes providing technical support and guidance to head teachers and school management committees.
• Teacher Management: Overseeing the welfare, performance, and professional development of teachers, including organizing training programs and maintaining accurate personnel data.
• Resource Mobilization and Management: Planning and budgeting for education service delivery, mobilizing resources, and ensuring efficient and accountable utilization of funds and materials for school infrastructure, learning materials, and other educational needs.
• Data Collection and Reporting: Collecting, managing, and analyzing school data to inform decision-making, identify areas for improvement, and prepare periodic reports for higher authorities.
• Promotion of Co-curricular Activities: Coordinating and promoting sports, music, dance, and drama programs within educational institutions.
• Community Engagement: Mobilizing communities and stakeholders to actively participate in school programs and support educational initiatives.
• Special Needs Education (SNE): Identifying and enrolling children with special educational needs, training teachers, and supporting inclusive education practices.

The Education Department is typically structured into sub-departments such as Administration, Inspectorate, and Special Needs Education, each contributing to the holistic development and oversight of the education sector in the district. Through these functions, the department strives to foster a literate, skilled, and empowered community capable of contributing to national development.

Number of Private Institutions

• Pre-primary schools – 77
• Primary schools – 96
• Secondary schools- 20

Number of Technical Schools

• Kisomoro Technical Institute
• Katugunda Skills Development Centre

Enrollment 

• Enrollment in government-aided primary schools 35,294
• Enrollment government-aided Secondary schools – 5,861

Key Highlights 

• Construction of Katugunda Seed School at Shs 3,761,088,939. Works at roofing stage.
• Construction of Nsuura Seed School in Kyamukube Town Council at Shs 2,503,994,700.The site was handed over and foundation works are in progress.
• Construction of a one Classroom Block at Kaburaisoke Primary School including the supply of 20 desks at Shs 55,212,200 under Schools Facilities Grant.
• Construction of 3 stance latrine with urinal at Nyamba B Primary School in Bukara Sub County. This was completed and commissioned under SFG.
• Renovated a 2-classroom block at Kanyamukale Primary School, Kakooga Primary School and Rwimi Primary School at Shs 32,219,224. This was under Education Maintenance grant. 
• Construction of 3 stance VIP latrines at Nyabwina Primary School in Rwimi Town Council and Nyamba B Primary School in Bukara Sub County at Shs 33,996,390.
• Renovation of Kibiito Primary School, St. John’s Yerya Primary School and Mujunju Primary School at Shs 37,469,720 under Education Maintenance Grant.
• Improvement works on a 2 classroom block in Bihondo Primary School (Kyamukube TC) and a 1 classroom block in Bulyambaghu Primary School (Bukara SC) at Shs 21,978,680.
• St John’s SS Rwimi has been taken over by Government. The project is estimated to cost about 6 billion under Uganda Secondary School Expansion Program (USSEP)
• Installation of Electricity and correction of defects at Kiyombya Seed Secondary School