The selection exercise for Senior One students has officially started this morning at the UMA Show Grounds in Lugogo, marking an important moment for learners and their families across the country. The exercise, organized by the Ministry of Education and Sports, is attracting parents, guardians, school representatives, and education officials who have gathered to ensure a smooth placement process for successful candidates.
The two-day event, which runs from February 12 to February 14, 2026, aims to place learners into various secondary schools based on their Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results, choices made, and available vacancies. Officials from different schools are present to guide parents and students, answer questions, and help them understand the selection process. The atmosphere at Lugogo is busy but hopeful, as many families look forward to securing good schools for their children.
According to the Ministry of Education and Sports, the selection exercise is being conducted in an organized and transparent manner to ensure fairness for all learners. Parents have been encouraged to remain patient and cooperative, while students are advised to stay calm as their next academic journey takes shape. The ministry has also emphasized the importance of following the official guidelines to avoid confusion or misinformation.
After the completion of the selection exercise, successful Senior One students are expected to report to their respective schools on March 3, 2026. This reporting date marks the beginning of a new chapter in their education, as they transition from primary to secondary school. For many learners, this step comes with excitement, new challenges, and fresh opportunities to grow academically and personally.
As the exercise continues over the next few days, education stakeholders remain optimistic that the process will help place learners in schools that best suit their performance and potential. The Senior One selection not only shapes individual futures but also plays a key role in strengthening Uganda’s education system as a whole.
