Uganda’s shift to the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) is reshaping what happens in classrooms-from how lessons are planned and delivered to how learners show what they can do. Enabel’s targeted CBC trainings are accelerating this transition by addressing long-standing challenges in assessment, teaching delivery, and student engagement, creating a more effective and interactive learning environment. 

Adrama Martin, the head teacher of Offaka Senior Secondary School in Madi Okollo district, shared how the CBC training has impacted his school.

"Through the CBC trainings, teachers are now able to assess students in line with the curriculum. Before, it was difficult for teachers to construct assessment items or evaluate projects effectively," he said.  

Martin noted that the new curriculum encourages learners to discuss and think critically, an improvement from traditional methods. He also called for a mindset change among parents, urging them to take an active role in their children’s education.  

"Parents must take the lead in supporting their children. Their involvement is key to the success of this approach," he emphasized. Martin further noted that improved teaching methods have led to better student performance. Students have also noticed these positive changes.

Sandra Ocokoru, a Senior Three student, shared her appreciation.  "Our teachers now teach more frequently, and we are able to interact with them freely. This has made learning more engaging and enjoyable," she said.

Mrs. Ocokoru Susan, the headmistress of Okollo Seed Secondary School in Madi Okollo district, echoed these sentiments. She observed that the CBC training, particularly on Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) and Value-Based Learning, has improved teacher attendance and commitment.

"The training has had a great impact on teacher attendance and their overall approach to teaching. This has created a better learning environment for our students," she remarked.

The CBC trainings by Enabel are not just improving teaching practices but also fostering a culture of collaboration, critical thinking, and active learning among students.

According to Achema Rasul, Deputy Head Teacher at Ramogi Secondary School, the early stages of the CBC rollout were difficult, particularly in the Bidi Bidi settlement, where many students considered dropping out. "When the CBC was first introduced, many students wanted to leave school because they found it difficult to adapt to the new system.

However, with the training we received from Enabel, we have been able to plan our lessons effectively, deliver them in a way that engages students, and assess and score their progress accurately," he explained.

Rasul added that teachers can now integrate ICT into their lessons, making classes more dynamic and accessible. "With the integration of ICT, we can now use digital tools to enhance learning, which has made a big difference in how students interact with the curriculum," he said.

He also noted that the trainings have strengthened relationships between teachers and students. “Teachers are now better equipped to identify individual student challenges and lay strategies to support them. This has made a huge difference in both teaching and learning,” he added.

Collectively, these results show more than improved techniques. They mark a shift in school culture toward collaboration, critical thinking, and active learning.