Teachers across Uganda have raised concerns about the implementation of the new Advanced Level curriculum, saying many educators are still struggling to understand the new format as the 2026 examinations draw closer.
The concerns mainly revolve around the new assessment methods and how students will be evaluated under the revised system.
According to Filbert Baguma, training for teachers started late, leaving many educators uncertain about how to properly prepare learners.
“Many teachers are still trying to understand how the assessment will be conducted. The training came late and some teachers have not yet fully grasped the new system,” Baguma said.
Education leaders also warn that many schools lack the necessary materials required to effectively implement the curriculum. These include textbooks, laboratory equipment and ICT tools that are important for teaching some subjects, especially sciences.
Some teachers say the situation is worse in rural schools where access to updated learning materials remains limited.
Officials from the National Curriculum Development Centre say efforts are ongoing to address the challenges. They note that more training sessions are being conducted to guide teachers as they prepare the first group of students who will sit the new A-Level examinations later this year.
The new curriculum is part of wider education reforms aimed at promoting practical learning, critical thinking and skills development among students.
However, teachers say more support and resources will be needed to ensure the changes are implemented smoothly across schools in the country.
