A Christ-centered education that equips students to be the salt and light in a rapidly decaying world.
Word of Life International School (WOLIS) was born out of vision, prayer, and conviction. Twenty years ago, founders Thomas and Faith Obunde arrived in Uganda and discerned the need for an affordable Christian school that would combine a strong international curriculum with a living faith. After many sleepless nights spent in prayer and careful planning, they opened the doors of a modest three-bedroom house in Ntinda. At that first open house, parents entrusted their 21 children to this new community of faith and learning.
What began as a small, faith-driven initiative has since grown into a thriving institution of 300+ students. The school’s expansion from a handful of classrooms to a diverse community reflects the enduring conviction that every child must be known, loved, and equipped to live a life of purpose.
Today, WOLIS continues to grow term by term, guided by the same founding vision: that hearts nurtured in grace and truth go on to change the world. The school remains committed to rigorous academics, holistic Christian formation, and the values of love, service, and respect that have shaped its journey from the very beginning.
To foster an environment that is markedly Christian by modelling godliness through qualified and spiritual staff, educating each learner with a biblically driven, holistic curriculum that prepares them for a life of maximum effectiveness for the Lord.
To be a leading Christian school in the region, sending out graduates who carry biblical character, academic excellence and a global perspective into every nation, workplace and home they enter.
That each student would be equipped to pursue God's plan for his/her life while being the salt and light in a decaying and lost world.
"That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give them the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that they may know Him better… and that the eyes of their hearts may be enlightened." — Eph. 1:17–18
We show Christ's love in all we do, to every student, family and colleague.
We serve others with humility and joy, putting others' needs alongside our own.
We value every person as created in God's image, with dignity and worth.
Every child who walks through our gates is known by name and known by God. Our calling isn't just to teach well — it's to walk alongside families as we raise a generation that loves God, serves others and changes the world.
Faith leads with a passion for Christian education and holistic child development. With years of experience in curriculum leadership and school administration, she oversees the mission, vision, governance, and culture of the school, ensuring that its values are lived out in both academic excellence and spiritual formation.
Edward oversees the operational aspects of Word of Life International School, ensuring compliance, effective staffing, and the smooth running of the registry. With a disciplined yet nurturing approach, he safeguards an environment where every learner can thrive under well‑structured governance and supportive care.
Arthur oversees curriculum delivery, continuous professional development for staff, and monitors student performance. He drives curriculum innovation and teacher growth, ensuring that Word of Life International School delivers a rigorous, biblically integrated education across all grades.
Twenty years on, every child at WOLIS is still known, loved and equipped to live a life of purpose — in the classroom, on the stage and beyond.
The best way to understand who we are is to walk our halls and meet our community.
