Pallisa District, Eastern Uganda
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِIn the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

Knowledge, faith and character, growing together.

Abu Musa Islamic Primary School & Orphanage nurtures children in Pallisa District with quality primary education, Qur’an and loving care.

Pallisa District, Eastern Uganda Islamic primary education & care
Smiling pupils waving in the school grounds

Primary school · Day & boarding

  • Primary educationUganda’s national primary curriculum
  • Qur’an & SunnahIslamic studies & national curriculum
  • Day & boarding careSafe dormitories on campus
  • Clean water & mealsWells and kitchen serving pupils
Pupils and staff gathered together under a tree on the school grounds

Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah

Every child is an Amanah entrusted to our care.

Welcome to Abu Musa Islamic Primary School. Our mission is to give children in Eastern Uganda a strong start: sound academic learning, a deep love for the Qur’an and Sunnah, and noble Islamic character.

With the generosity of supporters and well-wishers, our campus provides classrooms, a masjid, dormitories, daily meals and clean water so vulnerable children and orphans can learn in safety and dignity.

The Board of GovernorsAbu Musa Islamic Primary School
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Our foundations

Four pillars that shape every day.

From morning assembly to daily salah in the school masjid, our pupils grow through four timeless Islamic commitments.

إيمان
Iman · Faith

Faith

Loving Allah, following the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ and living Islam with sincerity.

علم
‘Ilm · Knowledge

Knowledge

Strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, science, Qur’an recitation and Arabic.

أدب
Adab · Character

Character

Honesty, respect, mercy and good manners modelled in every classroom and playground.

أخوّة
Ukhuwwah · Community

Community

One family of pupils, teachers, parents and donors standing together for every child.

The verse that guides us

رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا

“My Lord, increase me in knowledge.”

Al-Qur’an · Surah Ta-Ha 20:114

A supplication taught by Allah to His Messenger ﷺ, reminding us that seeking beneficial knowledge is an act of worship.

Our campus in action

A place built for learning, worship and care.

A school dedication plaque recognises the generosity and community support behind the Abu Musa campus.

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Dedication plaque for Abu Musa Islamic Primary School, Uganda 2024

School dedication plaque · Uganda 2024

With thanks to AFRIKADER (Afrika İyilik Kardeşleri) and every benefactor who helped build our campus.

  • Classroom blocks

    Dedicated teaching spaces for our primary pupils.

  • School Masjid

    Daily congregational salah and Qur’an memorisation.

  • Dormitories

    Safe, supervised boarding for pupils and orphans.

  • School kitchen

    Nutritious daily meals prepared fresh on site.

  • Water wells

    Clean water on site for drinking, washing and wudu.

  • Administration

    A welcoming office for parents, visitors and staff.

Life at Abu Musa

Lessons, assemblies, boarding and the deliveries that keep our pupils learning. Tap any photo to see it full screen.

Sadaqah Jariyah · Ongoing Charity

Sponsor a child’s learning and build your hereafter.

Your Sadaqah and Zakat help provide books, hot meals, clean water, teacher support and orphan care in Pallisa District.

  • Give Sadaqah or Zakat

    Provide essential learning materials, meals, uniforms and welfare for pupils.

  • Partner with the school

    Collaborate as a charity, masjid, business or community organisation.

  • Share our cause

    Inspire family and friends to support Islamic education in Uganda.

Pupils with a football trophy and medals at school

Common questions

Questions families & supporters often ask.

Where is Abu Musa Islamic Primary School?

The school is in Pallisa District, Eastern Uganda. Full directions are shared when you arrange a visit.

What do pupils learn?

Pupils follow Uganda’s national primary curriculum alongside Qur’an with tajweed, Arabic and Islamic studies. See the curriculum.

Is boarding and orphan care available?

Yes. The campus has dormitories, a kitchen and clean water wells so boarders and orphans are cared for during term.

How do I apply for a place?

Admissions take four steps: enquire, visit, apply and join. Read the admissions steps.

How can I donate or sponsor a pupil?

Choose a way to give on our Support page and the school will share its official donation details with you directly.

Can I visit the school?

Families and supporters are warmly welcome. Please contact us in advance so a member of staff can welcome you.

Be part of a child’s future today.

Whether you wish to support our pupils with a donation, partner with the school or enquire about admissions, we would love to hear from you.