A teacher in a white coat leading a science lesson at the chalkboard while pupils in green uniforms listen

Primary School in Makeni, Lusaka

Lower Primary (Grades 1 to 4) and Upper Primary (Grades 5 to 7) at LCMMS, a privately owned independent school on Salim Drive, Makeni.

Lower and Upper Primary

Primary education at LCMMS runs from Grade 1 to Grade 7 in two stages.

Lower Primary

  • Grades 1 to 4

Upper Primary

  • Grades 5 to 7

Starting age: 5+ years

Must be at least 5 years old by the start of the academic year.

Primary School tuition, 2026

K 5,500.00 per term

Plus Maintenance Fee K 1,000.00 and PTA Amount K 1,000.00 per term. See all school fees

A holistic education

We are committed to providing a holistic education that develops academic, creative, social, and spiritual skills.

  • Academic
  • Creative
  • Social
  • Spiritual
  • Experienced, licensed teachers

    Children are taught by experienced professional licensed teachers.

  • Classrooms furnished by grade

    Well furnished classrooms, customised according to grades.

  • Space to learn and play

    A spacious school environment with a playing ground, toys, tools and equipment.

  • A school library

    A library with shelves of books for pupils.

  • The school library behind glass doors, with wooden shelves full of books
  • A smiling pupil in a 100 Days crown at a desk covered in drawings
  • Grade 7 graduates in navy gowns throwing their caps in the air on the lawn

How to apply for Primary School

Admission depends on space, school readiness and the assessment process. Have these ready before you start:

  • A completed application form
  • The child’s birth certificate
  • A record of up-to-date vaccinations
  • Previous school reports, where applicable
  • Proof of payment of the non-refundable application fee

Joining from another school? Bring your child’s previous school reports, and ask the previous school to complete our Financial Clearance Certificate. Download the certificate

Primary pupils bring their own crayons, pencils, rulers or mathematical sets, and pencil cases. See uniform prices

Primary School questions

What age can my child start Grade 1?

Children must be at least 5 years old by the start of the academic year.

Which grades do you teach?

Grades 1 to 7: Lower Primary is Grades 1 to 4 and Upper Primary is Grades 5 to 7.

How much are Primary School fees?

For 2026, Primary School tuition is K 5,500.00 per term. The Maintenance Fee (K 1,000.00) and PTA Amount (K 1,000.00) are also charged per term. All fees are per term and payable before school opens.

Can my child join from another school?

Yes, when a place is available. Attach previous school reports to the application, and bring the Financial Clearance Certificate completed by the previous school’s accounts office.

Are there sibling discounts?

A once-off introductory sibling discount of 5% applies to the new sibling’s Term 1 fees, if paid in full.

Looking for Baby Class to Reception?

See our Pre-School