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If you're researching international schools in Copenhagen, Denmark offering IB Curriculum, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is IB (DP), taught by 5 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 3,000–210,000 DKK, with the average sitting around 66,954. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Birkerød Gymnasium (opened 1868).
Compare 6 IB Curriculum international schools in Copenhagen, Denmark. Filter by curriculum, fees (average DKK 66,954), location, and more to find the right international school now.
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Birkerød Gymnasium, located just north of Copenhagen, is a public institution providing the two-year International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme alongside traditional Danish secondary tracks. The school is situated on a campus surrounded by woodland, creating a focused environment for its 1,200 students. It features an on-site boarding house that accommodates 100 residents from over 60 different cultures, fostering an international community within a Danish context. The school is particularly recognized for its science profile, having been named "School of Science of the Year" in 2019. Students benefit from partnerships with Danish universities and corporations for experimental research. A major annual highlight is BIGMUN, one of Scandinavia’s largest Model United Nations conferences, which brings together hundreds of students globally to debate international politics. For athletes, the school serves as a Team Denmark Education Partner, offering specialized support for elite sports students to manage their training and academics simultaneously.
Copenhagen International School (CIS) is a private, day international school in Copenhagen that serves ages 3 to 18. It delivers all three IB programmes—PYP, MYP and DP—alongside an American high school diploma, with English as the language of instruction and Danish taught within the curriculum. English as an Additional Language support helps learners access the programmes, and Danish language studies prepare students for national tests and continued Danish study in the Diploma Programme. The school is an IB World School accredited by NEASC for the full IB continuum and the U.S. diploma. The Nordhavn campus spans about 25,000 square metres, housing four towers and capacity for around 1,200 students. Facilities include a theatre, two rooftop greenhouses, multiple music rooms, three gyms and dedicated spaces for design, ceramics and visual arts. CIS also provides extensive after‑school activities, a Mother Tongue Program and Service Learning tied to global goals for students worldwide.
North Zealand International School (NIS) is a co-educational day school located in Hørsholm, north of Copenhagen, serving students from age 3 to 18. As the international wing of NGG, Denmark’s largest private school, it offers an environment where global students interact with the local Danish community. The curriculum begins with the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), followed by Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE programs, and culminates in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. NIS is notably the only IPC-accredited school in Denmark. A distinctive feature is its "Cirkelhuset" building and the integrated "SportsCollege," which allows students to combine education with professional sports coaching. The school also hosts a unique after-school community called "Svanereden," where international and Danish learners build friendships through shared play and creative projects. Sustainability is central to the program, with the UN Sustainable Development Goals integrated into student-led initiatives and project-based learning.
The International School of Hellerup is an international day school in Denmark offering the full IB continuum for students aged 3–19: PYP, MYP, and DP, with a Danish high school pathway (STX) also available. The primary language of instruction is English; Danish is taught as a specialist subject and through the Danish Extracurricular program. The school operates two campuses: the Primary and Middle School Campus in Hellerup (Pre-K–MYP4) at Rygårds Allé 131, and the High School Campus in Copenhagen (MYP5–DP2, STX) at Præstøgade 17. Facilities include the Hellerup Campus Library and the Matematikcenter, which offers free math tutoring and a tutoring cafe on Wednesdays. Restudy provides learning videos for students and teachers. A broad after‑school program includes Model United Nations, Creative Writing, chess, and sports, with After School Care for ages 3–10. Language development is supported by the Home Language Programme and Danish language offerings.
Byens Steinerskole, known in English as Waldorf International School Copenhagen, is an independent Waldorf (Steiner) school with an English-language international department for ages 1–14. The Danish Waldorf program is aligned with the Danish Ministry of Children and Education and follows the head, heart, and hands approach, integrating physical education, handicrafts, the arts, mathematics, and literacy. The international department delivers instruction in English to foster a global community. The school is an IB Primary Years Programme Candidate School, with plans for full authorization in 2027 and MYP candidacy for 2026/27. Founded as a parent-led initiative, it opened in 2019 and now serves around 276 students, including a 31-student kindergarten, with expansion plans and a move to a purpose-built building by 2030. Learning emphasises a rhythm of festivals and daily activities that connect study to nature, community, and life, supported by long-term teacher-student relationships and ongoing evaluation. A music programme with a class orchestra and an After-School Program enriches life; UNICEF Rights Respecting School work promotes safety and inclusion.
Nørre Gymnasium provides an international and Danish educational path, integrating the International Baccalaureate continuum with the Danish Curriculum. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) alongside national Danish education. This combination supports a transition from early education through adolescence into university readiness. The DP, for students typically aged 16 to 18, is complemented by Danish curriculum requirements to ensure eligibility for Danish higher education and university options. Classrooms emphasize inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding within the IB framework, while Danish subjects ensure language proficiency and national contexts are addressed. The school prepares students for mobility, with recognition of IB qualifications by universities worldwide, and a locally grounded education that aligns with Danish standards. Students benefit from a stable school community, guidance on higher education pathways, and a program that blends international and national curricula globally.
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