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Aspen Junior is a private day school with a focus on early years through primary education. We offer an innovative, child-centered, and holistic curriculum in a warm and nurturing learning environment; and encourage our pupils to pursue intellectual curiosity, creativity and foster their talents, establishing global citizens in service and leadership.

Education Philosophy and core curriculum

At Aspen Junior School, we believe learning is more than memorization (rote learning). Children are engaged in their learning by thinking through, processing, and applying concepts. This engagement begins with setting a strong foundation, modeling exploration in the children’s minds, and providing opportunities for them to be curious, creative, and independent. We employ active and associative learning methods to make our pupils' experience meaningful. Through this approach, children move past basic understanding to discussions and real-world application of what they learn and discover.
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Aspen Junior is a private day school with a focus on early years through primary education. We offer an innovative, child-centered, and holistic curriculum in a warm and nurturing learning environment; and encourage our pupils to pursue intellectual curiosity, creativity and foster their talents, establishing global citizens in service and leadership.

Education Philosophy & core curriculum

At Aspen Junior School, we believe learning is more than memorization (rote learning). Children are engaged in their learning by thinking through, processing, and applying concepts. This engagement begins with setting a strong foundation, modeling exploration in the children’s minds, and providing opportunities for them to be curious, creative, and independent. We employ active and associative learning methods to make our pupils' experience meaningful. Through this approach, children move past basic understanding to discussions and real-world application of what they learn and discover.
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Our Tenets

The tenets of Aspen Junior school places emphasis on

  • Science,
  • Technology,
  • Engineering,
  • Mathematics.

Vision

To be a world-class institution with a quality all-round curriculum, a culture of excellence, curiosity, lifelong learning, and a global outlook.

Mission

To develop world-ready, versatile, and curious learners that have the confidence, character, skills, and knowledge to make an impact in all spheres of life.

Core Values

  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Resilience
  • Egality
  • Teamwork

An Exceptional Library

Our library is a treasure-trove of books, and literature that fuel the imagination of young, inquisitive minds and offer a gateway to a multitude of other cultures, continents, and worlds. 

There is a section for Early Years and a separate library for Primary School level. 

We have books on the foundation aspects of Early Years; Alphabet, Shapes, Sizes, Colours, Numbers, Animals, Reading and Social interaction. For latter years, we offer more advanced books on Mathematics, Science, Technology, the Arts and Humanities, as well as fiction and non-fiction literature.

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Involved, innovative, creative staff

Our teaching and non-teaching staff are carefully vetted and selected to ensure Aspen Junior school has the creme-de-la-creme serving as role models, tutors and caretakers of your children. Not only are the AJS staff equipped to deliver above and beyond expectations, but they are also conversant with the implementation of our curriculum, emphasizing STEM, Humanities & Languages as well as essential Soft skills.

The teaching staff have vast experience with international curricula such as the Cambridge curriculum, the National Curriculum for England and in addition, they share the vision of Aspen Junior School:- the tireless pursuit of excellence in every exercise and interaction; the perpetual thirst for knowledge; as well as unwavering integrity.


Please see the official AJS LinkedIn account for staff details

 

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COVID-19 precautions

The COVID 19 Pandemic is an ongoing, constantly changing worldwide situation. At this time, following Ministry of Health directives and recommendations, we will be open for in-person classes and in-person school premise tours.
As we continue to fight COVID, please take these five simple steps 
•Wear a mask correctly over the nose and mouth.
•Avoid touching Mouth, Ear, and Nose (MEN)
•Avoid crowds
•Wash hands frequently with soap and water OR alcohol sanitizer
•If you are feeling unwell, avoid coming into public places/ schools and close contact with others. Please seek medical advice.

*Please note that with the exception of children aged 5 years and younger, other children and adults are expected to wear masks on Aspen Junior School premises and outings.
This is in agreement with the Ugandan Ministry of Health and WHO guidelines https://www.health.go.ug/covid/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/FINAL-GUIDELINES-ON-MASK-USE-1-1.pdf

Children with Special Needs will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by our administration in collaboration with their parents/ guardians and healthcare providers.

We will continue to provide updates.
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School Uniform

We strive for comfort, confidence, convenience as part of the Aspen Junior school brand, and as such the uniform is a representation of these aspects. Uniform is availed on successful admission to the school, payment of registration and uniform fee.

Accessories

  1. Sweaters- long-sleeved, navy blue button-down and closed v-neck option.
  2. Blazers- plain navy blue for candidates/ prefects. Trimmed option for head-boy/ head-girl.
  3. Ties for both girls and boys
  4. Navy blue knee-length socks
  5. Black leather shoes

Sportswear

  1. Coloured v-neck cotton t/shirt with team logo
  2. Navy blue sports shorts
  3. Plain white socks
  4. Appropriate sports shoes/ sneakers

Gardening/ community outreach wear

  1. navy blue overalls with boots
Early years - P.3. Girls

Early years - P.3. Girls

  • Top - white button-down shirt, tie.
  • Dress - khaki pinafore
Early years - P.3. Boys

Early years - P.3. Boys

  • Top - white button-down shirt, tie
  • Bottom - khaki shorts
Middle years P.4- P.6. Girls

Middle years P.4- P.6. Girls

  • Top - white button-down shirt, tie
  • Bottom - khaki skirt w/ pleats in front
Early years - P.3. Boys

Early years - P.3. Boys

  • Top - white button-down shirt, tie
  • Bottom - khaki shorts
Middle years P.4- P.6. Girls

Middle years P.4- P.6. Girls

  • Top - white button-down shirt, tie
  • Bottom - khaki skirt w/ pleats in front
Middle years P.4- P.6. Boys

Middle years P.4- P.6. Boys

  • Top - white button-down shirt, tie.
  • Bottom - khaki shorts

Characteristics- Children are more autonomous, cleaner, but experiencing a growth spurt.

Candidates P.7

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Candidates P.7

Girls

Girls

  • Top - white button-down shirt, navy blue blazer
  • Dress - khaki skirt w/ pleats in front, option for khaki slacks, tie
Boys

Boys

  • Top - short-sleeved white button-down shirt with tie, plain navy blue blazer
  • Bottom - khaki slacks

Characteristics - Our Brand ambassadors, distinguished, bold, clean.

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