Christian Education

Global Leadership School (GLS) is a Christian school of distinction serving the community of Busia, Uganda. Founded and operated by 7 Billion Reasons, the mission of GLS is to distinctly equip students to think critically, creatively, and biblically through exceptional training in academics, technology, and leadership.

GLA opened its doors in 2016 with 50 students in Middle class (pre-K) and Top class (Kindergarten). Each year thereafter, a new class of 25 Middle class students has been enrolled. In 2024, the GLS student population will be just under 250 students in Middle class thru P7 (grade 7), with over 30 indigenous staff.

Approximately one-third of the GLS student population receives some form of financial assistance based on need. All schoolbooks and supplies are provided to GLS students, and each student receives a nutritious breakfast and lunch each school day. Vegetables and fruits from our gardens and fruit trees, as well as eggs from our chickens supplement school meals for sustainability.

The objectives of Global Leadership School are fourfold:

  • To teach all subjects as parts of an integrated whole with the Scriptures at the center, because we believe that God’s character is revealed not only in His word, but also in every facet of creation. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

  • To individually challenge children at all levels and teach them how to learn by using proven classical methodologies, because we believe God wants us to love Him with our mind, as well as with our heart and soul. (Matthew 22:37).

  • To encourage high-quality academic work and maintain high standards of conduct, because we believe that all that we do should be done heartily, as unto the Lord. (Colossians 3:23)

  • To provide technology related training designed to allow students to participate and excel in the opportunities offered by our increasingly technical world.

Global Leadership School is giving children in Busia hope for a better future through education. More importantly, children are taught how much Jesus loves them and how special they are. In addition, we continue to see evidence that the relationships and credibility being built and fostered through GLS are opening more doors for ministry in Busia. Our prayer is that GLS will continue to be a beacon of light in Busia, making disciples who make disciples, and providing even more opportunities for 7 Billion Reasons to achieve our mission of sharing the love of Jesus Christ.