Compare International Schools in Ranum, Denmark

Ranum Efterskole College is located at Seminarievej 23, 9681 Ranum, Denmark. It is in the town of Ranum and is described as Denmark's first after-school college. Ranum Bus provides weekend routes to major Danish cities.

IGCSE is offered in 9th grade with 5 IGCSE subjects plus Danish. In 10th grade, IGCSE comprises 5–6 subjects plus Danish as first, second, or foreign language. AS/A Level is offered in 10th–11th grade; four subjects are chosen with no compulsory subjects, and AS/A Levels are competency-based in an international foundation degree on a par with the IB.

Efterskole (after-school college)

Tutoring is offered all weekdays in the study hour. Individual tutoring and exam preparation is provided based on individual needs. Inclusion initiatives and plans describe support and are matched to each student, with different levels in all academic subjects (up to four levels).

Denmark

Ranum Bus provides weekend bus service with six routes to major Danish cities; tickets can be booked by students via the booking system; there are calendars and routes published.

The school provides on-campus boarding in four houses: Ranumhus, Kærhuset, Seminariehuset and Lien. Ranumhus is furnished with 2-5 person rooms; Kærhuset has 2-3 person rooms and 4-6 person apartments; Seminariehuset has 3-6 person rooms; Lien has 3-5 person rooms. All students are placed in contact groups of 9-10 across the four houses; there are 40 contact groups total, each with its own contact teacher, and groups eat, cook and clean together. The houses include common rooms, gyms and a dining room to support student life.

The campus includes a dining room in Kærhuset where students eat together. Contact groups eat, cook and clean together; meals and cooking are part of daily life. The campus features a Gastronomic workshop and World cuisine to support food-related activities.

Pupils are assigned to four houses (Ranumhus, Kærhuset, Seminariehuset and Lien) and organized into contact groups of 9-10 students; there are 40 contact groups in total. Each contact group has a dedicated contact teacher and shares meals, cooking and cleaning responsibilities; friendships span across houses to foster cross-house connections.

The school is free and independent, governed by the Ranum Efterskole School Association, with no political or religious foundation affiliation. The association conducts democratic elections 2-3 times a year and provides governance processes; membership includes opportunities to participate in school decisions, and annual reports are available.

Ranum Efterskole College combines the best of afterschool with Cambridge International Examinations. In 9th grade students take 5 IGCSE subjects plus Danish and prepare to complete the Danish school-leaving examinations. In 10th grade students take 5–6 IGCSE subjects plus Danish as first, second or foreign language. AS/A Level is offered in 10th–11th grade, with four subjects and an international foundation degree on par with the IB. The International Programme is taught in English and includes IGCSE English, Mathematics, Global Perspectives, and a broad range of electives; profile, culture, and activity subjects complement the learning across a four-term year.

9th grade IGCSE: 5 IGCSE subjects plus Danish and preparation for the Danish school-leaving examinations. 10th grade IGCSE: 5–6 IGCSE subjects plus Danish as 1st, 2nd or foreign language. AS/A Level is offered in 10th–11th grade, with four subjects and an international foundation degree on a par with IB. Cambridge IGCSE examinations are the final assessments in many subjects, with components such as speaking, listening, reading and writing depending on the subject.

The school emphasises inclusion and support for all students. Interaction with others builds social and emotional development within a diverse community. There are two-teacher classes, individual support teachers, and adult contact teachers to support student development. Special programmes exist for dyslexic students and other academic difficulties. All students have a daily study hour and can seek help from teachers, with ongoing feedback to students and parents.

The school does not have separate special needs classes; inclusion and integration are used with targeted assistance as needed. Inclusion initiatives and plans describe support for students with additional needs and are evaluated during the year. Tutoring is offered all weekdays in the study hour, with individual tutoring and exam preparation provided according to needs. Assistance in structuring work in academic subjects and meetings with pedagogical staff are available. There are multiple levels in all subjects (often up to four) to match different skills and competencies.

An international programme is taught in English. The international 9th, 10th or 11th courses are taught in English, or a combination with the Danish programme. The international classes are generally taught in English and students may switch to the Danish programme at any time. Cambridge IGCSE English First Language is available for students whose first language is English, and Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language is available for learners who already have a working knowledge of English. The Cambridge IGCSE offerings also include related subjects and assessments.

The school provides a safe framework focusing on the well-being of all students. The everyday life seeks to create a ‘free room' for personal development and strengthen social and democratic competences. A balanced emphasis on academics and extensive extracurricular activity supports a healthy lifestyle. Tutoring and study support are available to aid well-being and academic progress. Regular student interviews with contact teachers and ongoing evaluations help monitor well-being.

A whistleblower scheme is in place to report concerns. The school operates a safe framework that prioritises student well-being and safety. Inclusion initiatives and individual plans safeguard students with additional needs, ensuring appropriate support. Tutoring, exam preparation and pedagogical meetings contribute to safeguarding by supporting students' safety and progress. Ongoing evaluation and supervision monitor safety and well-being within the school community.

The school offers admission by starting year. Registration begins after providing information about the student and takes about 10 minutes. For 2025-2026, apply via Applying for 2025-2026. There is a waiting list option for certain years, including Registration for 26-27 WAITING LIST and other year-specific waiting-list pages. For international students without a Danish CPR number, use the enrolment form for international students. A guided tour can be booked.

The school maintains waiting-list registrations for multiple starting years, including 25-26 WAITING LIST and 26-27 WAITING LIST, with dedicated waiting-list pages for those years.