Abstract:
The research report identified the impact of English language as a mode of Instruction in the Academic performance of students in Kibale secondary school in Pallisa district. The study focused on how the learner’s attitude affected their performance in learning English in Kibale secondary school. It identified the different roles of teachers in relation to English language towards the performance of students in Kibale secondary School. The researcher employed research methods like document analysis, questionnaires, sampling technique, observation and interviews to collect data. The data was categorized through the use of descriptive statistics like frequencies and percentages. These results identified that for the students to achieve in learning English as a medium of commutation and instruction, home environment, parental involvement, learners‟ attitudes and motivation would contribute to the development of English language.
Besides that, the role of teachers in setting good climate, improving on the student's communication skills was more valued in developing English language which was the mode of instruction.