Compare British Curriculum International Schools in Sweden

British International School of Stockholm Ekeby Campus

Instructs in English

Ages 9 - 18 years

Pupils 380

Type Co-educational

British International School of Stockholm’s Ekeby Campus in Danderyd serves students from approximately ages 9 to 18 and is the home of the school’s Secondary School, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme pathways. Founded in 1980, BISS follows the British curriculum before students progress to IGCSE qualifications in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. English is the language of instruction, with Swedish taught as part of the curriculum. The school is accredited by the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and is an authorised IB World School. A distinctive feature of BISS is that it combines a British curriculum with both Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma pathways, a combination offered by relatively few schools in Sweden. Students have access to a wide range of enrichment opportunities including science competitions, sports programmes and international learning activities. The school serves families from more than 50 nationalities.

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Engelska Skolan Norr

Instructs in English, Swedish

Ages 6 - 18 years

Pupils 370

Type Co-educational

Engelska Skolan Norr is a two-campus independent school in Stockholm's Östermalm, serving ages 6 to 18. It follows the Swedish national curriculum with a bilingual program in which roughly half of all lessons are taught in English. The ninth grade can prepare for and graduate with Cambridge English qualifications, and Cambridge IGCSE offers additional external options. Established in 1993 as Sweden's first independent school to follow the national curriculum while delivering in-depth English language education, ESN Norr joined the Atvexa group in 2013. The Roslagstullsbacken and Alba Nova campuses accommodate about 540 pupils, with each student receiving a Chromebook and access to a library of over 9,000 books. A Vetenskapens Hus partnership provides university-level science, mathematics and technology activities. In 2024–25 ESN Norr became a Cambridge Associate School and operates an IGCSE examination centre for external candidates; from 2025, ESL, Maths and English Literature IGCSE courses are available. Approximately 95% progress to university follows Cambridge qualifications.

Location

Engelska Skolan Norr is located in Stockholm, Sweden. The lower school is housed in the Roslagstullsbacken area with about 340 students. Up the hill, two K-marked buildings in the Alba Nova Science Center area host about 200 students in grades 6-9. The school is easily reachable by Stockholm's commuter systems.

Stages

Grades F-5 (Primary School); Grades 6-9 (Secondary School)

Type

Independent school following the Swedish national curriculum; bilingual program with half the lessons conducted in English. Ninth grade students have the opportunity to prepare for and graduate with the Cambridge Exam in English. The school has been part of the Atvexa group since October 2013.

Country affiliation

Sweden

Application fees
- Engelska Skolan Norr does not charge an application, registration or queue fee for placement in förskoleklass or grundskolan. Applications are made digitally via the school's application queue and Stockholm's school-choice process without any required payment at application.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- There is no tuition charged for any year group (förskoleklass through year 9). Education in the compulsory school forms is provided without tuition fees; no per-term or per-year tuition invoices are issued for standard teaching.

Billing schedule and payment terms (where fees may apply)
- The school does not bill tuition, so there is no termly tuition billing schedule.
- For after‑school care (fritidshem) and similar child‑care services, fees follow Stockholm municipality's rules: the fritids fee is calculated monthly (as a percentage of household income with a maxtaxa cap) and is charged on a monthly invoice 12 months per year; the fee calculation and billing follow the municipality's timetable and invoicing procedures. If a place is offered mid‑month, billing starts from the date the place becomes available (partial month rules apply). Stockholms stad supports payment by autogiro and bankgiro for these municipal invoices.
- Occasional, small, non‑recurring charges (for example a single museum entrance or a local transport ticket associated with a specific activity) may be requested only when legally permitted as incidental costs; such charges are expected to be infrequent and of limited amount. Recurrent or compulsory charges for core education are not permitted.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Engelska Skolan Norr is a day school; the school does not operate boarding or residential provision. No boarding fees apply.

Other costs or fees (uniform, meals, materials, trips, extracurriculars)
- Uniform: The school does not list or require a mandatory school uniform as a feeed item; no compulsory uniform charges apply. (Swedish compulsory school practice generally does not rely on mandatory paid uniforms.)
- School meals: School lunches in the compulsory school years are provided as part of the school system and are not charged separately to pupils in primary school in Stockholm. Separate meal charges for compulsory school pupils are not the normal practice.
- Learning materials and textbooks: Core teaching is covered by public funding; schools may provide or request small contributions for voluntary or personal materials in limited, non‑recurring cases only where allowed. Any required learning materials provided as part of standard instruction are not charged as tuition.
- Excursions, school trips and extracurricular activities: Reasonable, occasional charges for specific trips or optional extracurricular activities may be invoiced separately; these must be limited, infrequent and not a substitute for free core instruction. If a fee is charged for a specific optional activity, it will normally be billed separately and communicated to parents prior to the activity.

Refund information
- For municipal child‑care/fritids fees: Stockholm's billing rules allow correction and refunds in cases of overpayment (Stockholm notes potential refunds for over‑payment and adjustments; routine reconciliations are performed against registered income). Specific refund timeframes and amounts follow Stockholm's invoicing and adjustment rules.
- For other voluntary activity charges (excursions, optional clubs): refunds or cancellations are handled on a case‑by‑case basis and will follow the school's stated terms for that particular activity; incidental charges that are not permitted under the law would be subject to adjustment.

Fee payment options
- Where municipal child‑care/fritids fees apply, payment methods accepted include autogiro (direct debit) and payment via Stockholm's bankgiro (use the Education Committee's payment details and your customer number on invoices). Monthly invoicing is standard for these charges.
- For any separately invoiced optional activity (short trips, clubs), payment methods and instructions will be stated on that invoice; typical options include bank transfer/bankgiro or the payment channels the school specifies for the specific activity.

If your child is enrolled in a preschool or in a separately run fritids that is part of the school group, note that preschool/fritids fees are regulated differently (municipal maxtaxa rules apply) and are billed according to the municipal schedule described above.

Curriculum

ESN Norr follows the national curriculum and provides a bilingual programme that teaches the Swedish curriculum with half of all lessons conducted in English. The school was established in 1993 as the first independent school in Sweden to follow the national curriculum while offering in-depth English language education. Ninth grade students also have the opportunity to prepare for and graduate with the Cambridge Exam in English.

Student Teacher Ratio

There are always two mentors in each class, and the school emphasises small class sizes.

Exam Results

Cambridge recognition: In 2024 Engelska Skolan Norr became a Cambridge Associate School. In 2025, students sat their first Cambridge IGCSE examinations in English as a Second Language and Mathematics; every student achieved success, with 34% of grades at A or A. External candidates also achieved a 100% pass rate. From 2025, IGCSE courses in ESL, Mathematics, and English Literature will be offered, and the school serves as an examination centre for external candidates. Cambridge qualifications are recognised by leading universities, and 95% of students who complete Cambridge qualifications progress directly to university.

Higher Education Progression

Graduating students are well prepared for further studies both in Sweden and abroad. Cambridge qualifications are recognised by leading universities, and 95% of students who complete Cambridge qualifications progress directly to university.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school guides students to take personal responsibility for their learning and to build strong social skills for collaboration and enjoyment in learning.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school offers a high-quality bilingual education with English-language instruction incorporated into the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing

The school provides a safe and supportive learning environment with two mentors in each class and a zero-tolerance policy toward bullying.

Safeguarding

The school has a Student Health & Safety Team, a whistleblowing process, and complaint handling procedures.

Admissions

1. The school accepts online applications during the regular application period. A digital application is submitted at skola.admentum.se, and Engelska Skolan Norr must be selected on the City of Stockholm's grundskola page. The regular application period runs from January 15 to February 12. A child can be placed in the queue once they have a Swedish social security number.

2. Selection and admission criteria determine who receives a place when spaces are available. Sibling priority is applied. Children already enrolled in ESN preschools receive consideration, and queue time and proximity to the school are also taken into account. These criteria ensure alignment between available space and applicant needs.

3. Custodians are notified of a placement on March 25 and must confirm any offered place by April 7 via Stockholm's school choice. After confirmation, a welcome letter is sent. The process completes the admission for the offered place.

4. An offer of placement is based on queue time and space availability. The allocation also depends on the current queue length and capacity.

Waitlist

Waitlist operates as a queue for spaces at Engelska Skolan Norr. A child can be placed in the queue as soon as they have a Swedish social security number. The queue can hold a place up to four terms before the planned start. Offers are made based on queue time and space availability, and custodians are notified when a place becomes available.

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The Tanto International School

Instructs in English

Ages 1 - 15 years

Fees SEK 0 - 46,600

Pupils 120

Type Co-educational

The Tanto International School is a private school for ages 1 to 15, affiliated with Engelska Skolor och För Skolor i Sverige (ESF) and Atvexa. It follows the English National Curriculum with Cambridge resources and a Cambridge pathway to IGCSEs, taught in English. Class sizes are small and teachers maintain a relational approach, providing personalised support so every child can succeed. Core learning focuses on English, Mathematics and Science, with History and Geography embedded in English units to connect literacy with Social Studies. The school offers an immersive English environment, weekly Swedish language study, and library in a community truly representing 20 nationalities. Enrichment includes museum and theatre visits, trips, and a Global Citizenship project. Beyond lessons, after-school clubs cover rugby, football and chess, plus arts such as Art & Craft, Music, Dance and Drama; Swedish development and language days are central. A theatre production and house events enrich student life.

Location

Flintbacken 20, 118 42 Stockholm, Sweden (Södermalm). The Tanto International School sits in a central but quiet area with close walking distance to Tantolunden, Södra Station (Pendeltåg), and bus 55.

Stages

The English instruction runs from Year 1 through Year 8.

Type

Private international school; part of Engelska Skolor och Förskolor i Sverige AB and Atvexa.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Over 20 nationalities represented; intercultural environment.

School day structure

English instruction from Year 1 through Year 8; Swedish is taught weekly; lunch is served daily between 10:30 and 13:00; after-school activities are offered (T.A.S.C).

Bus service

Nearby public transport: Pendeltåg Södra station and bus 55 are within walking distance.

Application fees

- Waiting list / application (Admentum) fee: 200 SEK, payable to secure a place on the school queue.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term detail where available)

- Published annual tuition range: 44,600 SEK to 46,600 SEK per year.

- Primary years detail shown in third‑party listings: KG2 / Year 1 through Year 7 are listed at 44,600 SEK per year. The school's published range includes a higher figure (46,600 SEK) at the top end of the scale. Parents should note that the school publishes an annual fee figure rather than a full public per‑term matrix on the public pages.

- Nursery (English Nursery): fees for the nursery are governed by the municipal maximum fee system (maxtaxa), not by the school's independent annual tuition figure. After‑school care (Fritids / T.A.S.C) is also subject to maxtaxa rules.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school issues a formal School Fee Policy document that sets the billing schedule, instalment dates, payment deadlines and related terms; that formal policy contains the detailed timetable and any late‑payment terms. The public admissions pages give the annual fee figures but do not publish a full per‑term billing calendar in-line.

Boarding fees

- The school operates an English Nursery, the international day school and after‑school care (T.A.S.C). There is no boarding provision listed for the school; boarding fees are therefore not applicable.

Other costs and fees

- Lunch: lunch and snacks are served daily; meals are prepared and delivered by Kleins Kitchen. Whether lunch is included in the published tuition or charged separately is set out in the school's fee policy.

- Uniforms, books, school trips, exam fees, extracurricular activities, specialist resources or similar optional charges are not itemised on the school's main public fee summary; these are handled as additional costs where applicable and are addressed in the school's fee policy. Parents should expect that certain optional activities or external exam fees (e.g., Cambridge/IGCSE charges when relevant) may incur separate charges.

Refund information

- Specific refund, withdrawal and fee‑adjustment rules (for mid‑term withdrawals, long‑term absences, or other circumstances) are set out in the school's formal School Fee Policy document. The public pages provide the headline annual fees and waiting list fee but defer the full refund/credit terms to that policy document.

Fee payment options

- The school's public admissions material states the annual fees and refers to a formal School Fee Policy for full payment procedures. Public pages do not list an explicit menu of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, card, or Swish); methods and banking details are provided in the school's fee documentation and billing communications.

Summary of findings and gaps

- Headline figures available from the school's public admissions information: waiting list fee 200 SEK; annual tuition shown in the range 44,600 SEK to 46,600 SEK; nursery and after‑school care fees follow the municipal maxtaxa system.

- The school provides a detailed School Fee Policy document (for the 2026/27 academic year) that contains the full billing schedule, instalment amounts, payment deadlines, refund rules and specific lists of additional charges; that formal policy is the source for term‑by‑term and per‑grade instalment breakdowns. The headline public pages do not publish a full per‑term fee matrix or the complete list of accepted payment methods in-line.

(If you need a precise per‑term instalment table, payment deadlines, refund clause text, or line‑by‑line charges for uniforms/trips/exams, those details are contained in the school's School Fee Policy document.)

Food Options

Lunch and snacks are served daily. Lunch is served between 10:30 and 13:00 and is prepared and delivered by Kleins Kitchen; a rich salad buffet is provided and prepared by the school kitchen. A sugar-free snack is served in the afternoon for students enrolled in after-school activities.

House System

The school has House Teams as part of its four pillars of the school experience: Global Citizenship, PSHE, the Student Council, and House Teams.

Governance and Ownership

The school is part of Engelska Skolor och Förskolor i Sverige and Atvexa.

Curriculum

The English National Curriculum is followed, tailored to our international community with Cambridge resources, and taught in English. Small classes and a relational approach provide a safe environment with personalised support where every child can succeed. Core learning emphasises English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, with the arts, digital world and personal growth integrated to enrich daily lessons. English and Mathematics are taught daily; Science plays a significant role; History and Geography are embedded in our English units to connect literacy with Social Studies. The Tanto International School offers an immersive English environment, weekly Swedish language study, and a community representing more than 20 nationalities and languages. Education goes beyond the classroom through museum and theatre visits, residential trips, Global Citizenship work, enrichment opportunities, a multilingual library, and daily meals.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small classes

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The student care team promotes good health and a climate in which students thrive. The team includes the principal, SEND coordinator, school nurse, counselor and special educator; a school psychologist and a school doctor are consulted regularly. The counselor provides psychosocial guidance on relationships, attitudes and conflict management, and a safety and well-being group meets regularly to maintain a discrimination-free, positive learning climate.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The student care team includes a SEND coordinator, special educators, special teachers and social educators who collaborate with the counselor to support students; a school psychologist and a school doctor are consulted regularly.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Guardians choose a curriculum in English; the curriculum is completely taught in English and the school is not bilingual. English is the educational language for most students, with Swedish taught weekly as a second language. The school requires that all teachers speak high-quality English.

Mental Wellbeing

The counselor provides psychosocial guidance; the school health service promotes good health and preventative work; the school nurse, SEND coordinator and safety and well-being group support mental wellbeing; a school psychologist and a school doctor are consulted regularly.

Safeguarding

There is a guardians' concerns procedure with steps including talking to the relevant staff, escalating to senior staff and the Principal, and, if needed, contacting the School Manager or authorities. The process emphasizes resolving concerns in the child's best interest and maintaining a discrimination-free school climate.

Admissions

1. Submit an application to join the waiting list through Admentum. The queue is automated and your child's details are entered directly into the school's database. After submitting, families are contacted promptly when a space becomes available. A waiting list fee of 200 SEK is required to maintain your position. 2. The curriculum is delivered exclusively in English, with daily Swedish language lessons provided each week to enhance students' proficiency in Swedish. 3. The Tanto International School uses its own queue system and a sibling-priority policy, with no entrance exams required for admission. After submitting an application, families will be contacted promptly when a spot opens for their child. 4. Priority for enrolment is granted in accordance with Skolverket regulations to children who require an international education. This includes children who may reside in Sweden temporarily, those who have previously attended school abroad and wish to continue their education here, those who may leave Sweden for an extended period, and those who communicate in English with one or both guardians. 5. Placement is based on the age the child is turning in August. For example, a child who turns 9 in the calendar year joins Class 4; Class 1 corresponds to Stage 1/2 Cambridge, Class 2 to Stage 2/3, Class 3 to Stage 3/4, Class 4 to Stage 4/5, Class 5 to Stage 5/6, Class 6 to Stage 6/7, Class 7 to Stage 7/8, Class 8 to Stage 8/9, Class 9 to First Year IGCSE Cambridge, and Class 10 to Second Year IGCSE Cambridge. 6. Fees: The English Nursery is Maxtaxa through the Kommun. The Tanto International School charges an annual fee of SEK 44,600 or SEK 46,600, and After School Care (Fritids) is Maxtaxa through the Kommun.

Waitlist

The Tanto International School uses its own automated queue system with a sibling-priority policy and no entrance exams. To join the waiting list, click the link and complete the Admentum form; your details are recorded in the database and you will be contacted when a space opens. A waiting list fee of 200 SEK applies to maintain your position.

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Uppsala International School

Instructs in English

Ages 5 - 19 years

Pupils 274

Type Co-educational

Uppsala International School is an international school in Uppsala, Sweden, located at Palmbladsgatan 12. The school serves international families and offers a Cambridge pathway for students from approximately age 5 to 19. Its programme follows the Cambridge International curriculum, leading to IGCSE examinations around age 16 and A Level examinations around age 18 or 19. Publicly available UIS-linked school recruitment information states that the school is a fully accredited Cambridge International School and is non-fee-paying. The school’s official social media also advertises admissions for Grades 1–12, covering Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Middle School, IGCSE and A Level. The campus is described as having capacity for up to 800 students. UIS is suitable for families seeking English-medium international education in Uppsala with a Cambridge examination route through secondary and sixth-form levels.

Application fees
- There is no application fee for admission to Uppsala International School (Kvarngärdesskolan).

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Uppsala International School is a municipal (non-fee-paying) school. There are no tuition charges for any year group (preschool class through compulsory school grades). No termly or annual tuition is invoiced to parents.

After‑school care (fritids) and other recurring parent charges
- Education in the school itself is free, but attendance in municipal after‑school care (fritidshem) is subject to a parental fee. The parental fee for fritids is income‑based with a maximum cap and sibling reductions; the municipality applies the stated maximum monthly fees and sibling discounts. Parents pay the fee 12 months per year, even when the child is sick or on leave. You must notify the municipality of income or family‑situation changes so the correct fee is charged. Uppsala's fritids fee model and maximum monthly limits (and sibling reductions) are applied by the municipality.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees that are payable (for example fritids fees or voluntary charges) are invoiced by Uppsala municipality and are billed throughout the year; the municipal routine is to charge parental fees 12 months per year. Cancellation of a fritids place requires one month's notice; fees are charged during the notice period. Invoices to parents use the municipality's billing system; typical payment channels supported by Uppsala municipality include bankgiro payments, e‑invoice (e‑faktura), autogiro and delivery to digital post services such as Kivra; international payments can be made using the municipality's IBAN/SWIFT details when required. Late payment triggers the municipality's normal reminder and collection procedures.

Boarding fees
- Uppsala International School (Kvarngärdesskolan) is a day school and does not offer boarding; therefore there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and typical one‑off or voluntary charges
- Parents can expect occasional, voluntary or activity‑specific costs that are not tuition. These commonly include voluntary contributions for certain school trips or extracurricular activities, optional outings, personal materials for specific courses or extracurricular programmes, and other voluntary charges when a cost is outside the scope of the free education. Any such voluntary charges or costs must follow the rules that apply to municipal schooling. School meals in compulsory schooling are normally handled within municipal arrangements; separate voluntary or extra costs may apply for optional or non‑mandatory activities.

Uniforms and clothing
- The school does not operate a paid uniform scheme; any clothing or equipment costs (sports kit, outdoor clothing, personal stationery) are normally the responsibility of the parent and are one‑off or occasional purchases rather than recurring school fees. (Any mandatory purchases for a specific activity would be communicated by the school.)

Refund information
- For municipal parental fees such as fritids, the municipality invoices 12 months per year and fees continue to be charged during sickness or leave; cancellation of a place requires one month's notice and fees are charged during the notice period. Refunds for pre‑paid parental fees are governed by municipal billing rules and depend on the timing of cancellation and the municipality's invoicing; late‑payment, reminder and debt‑collection rules also apply under municipal procedures. Voluntary contributions for optional activities follow the school's or municipality's specific rules for that activity and any refund policy applicable to the activity.

Fee payment options
- The municipality accepts standard payment methods for invoices: bankgiro payments with OCR, e‑invoice (e‑faktura) via banks, autogiro, delivery to digital post (e.g., Kivra) and international payments via the municipality's IBAN/SWIFT details. Parents are expected to follow the payment instructions on the invoice and may contact municipal economic support for questions about payment arrangements or requests for an amortisation plan or anstånd in special circumstances.

If a specific one‑off charge is proposed (for example for an optional school trip or paid extracurricular), the school or municipality will communicate the amount, payment method and any refund terms directly to the families involved.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a student health team (EHT) consisting of the assistant principal, specialist teachers, a school nurse and a school psychologist who also serves as a school counsellor. A school doctor works with the school as well as a study counselor (SYV). EHT collaborates with the school's student coach and the anti-bullying team. The health team works in close cooperation with class teachers and other staff to quickly provide the support our students need. The School Psychologist/Counsellor is on duty 75% of full time Mon-Thu, Cecilia Ljungdahl. Guidance counselors provide additional support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has dedicated special education teachers who support students with diverse learning needs. The health team includes special education teachers Anne-Louise Ljungkvist, Veronica Öster and Maja Karlsson. A Special education teacher page provides updated contact details.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

In BLIC, students who have English as their daily language of communication at home attend. We also offer a smaller English class for students who are only in Sweden for a short period. English Class, year 1-4 is for students with no prior knowledge of Swedish and staying a short time; priority is given to students whose parents are doing research at the university. Cambridge Classes exist for science and maths in BLIC 8 and 9, outside regular hours, preparing for IGCSE exams with assessments in Stockholm. Advanced Studies Program in English is authorized to start in 7th grade, with 9th grade aligning to first-year gymnasium; tests are used for entry and cooperation with Katedralskolan for testing and grading.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through a School Psychologist/Counsellor who is part of the student health team and is on duty 75% of full time (Mon-Thu). The health team also includes a school nurse and special education teachers to support student wellbeing, along with a study counselor (SYV). The health team collaborates with guidance counselors and an anti-bullying team to monitor and promote wellbeing and to provide timely support in collaboration with class staff.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported through the anti-bullying team, which collaborates with the student health team to protect students from harassment. The School Psychologist/Councellor and Guidance counselors provide safeguarding support and guidance, working with teachers to ensure student safety and well-being.

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Internationella Engelska Skolan

Instructs in Swedish, English

Ages 12 - 16 years

Type Co-educational

Internationella Engelska Skolan Johanneberg is a bilingual English-Swedish school in central Gothenburg serving students in Years 6–9. Opened in 2013, the school follows the Swedish national curriculum while providing up to half of instruction in English. The campus currently enrols 533 students and is located on Framnäsgatan in Johanneberg. Facilities include a sports hall, dedicated classrooms, an in-house kitchen, a library and outdoor areas for recreation and learning. A distinctive feature of the school is its bilingual teaching model, with lessons delivered by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States. The school focuses exclusively on lower secondary education, creating an environment tailored to students aged approximately 12 to 16. The campus is well connected to public transport and combines English-language learning with the Swedish curriculum, preparing students for upper secondary education in Sweden.

Location

Vendevägen 89, 182 32 Danderyd, Sweden. Internationella Engelska Skolan teaches students at our schools throughout Sweden, from Skellefteå in the north to Trelleborg in the south. Internationella Engelska Skolan is a Swedish school with an international profile and a bilingual approach.

Stages

Grade spans vary by campus. Some schools are Class F-9, others are Class 4-9, and some are Class 6-9 depending on the campus.

Type

The school is a Swedish school with an international profile and is bilingual.

Additional learning support

Special needs education is provided to support students with difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, as well as social or medical challenges. Schools are supported by special needs teachers and student health teams, with educational assessments and Individualised Education Programmes when needed. In winter 2024-2025, 13.9% of IES students were included in some form of action programme.

Country affiliation

Sweden

School day structure

The school day starts around 08:00. Younger students may attend fritids from the early morning, with 08:20 as the start of lessons. Lunch is at 12:00, and after-school options such as fritids or junior club begin after 15:00. Teacher-led academic surgeries are available for extra help.

Application fees

- No application or admissions fee is charged for placing a child in Internationella Engelska Skolan (IES) in Sweden. Registration in the school queue and the offer/acceptance process are handled digitally; there is no mandatory payment to register or to accept a place.

Tuition fees (by school year) — compulsory and upper-secondary education

- Förskoleklass (reception): SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 1 (Årskurs 1): SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 2: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 3: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 4: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 5: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 6: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 7: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 8: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Year 9: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year.
- Upper-secondary (gymnasium) programs operated by IES: SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per school year (education in the Swedish compulsory and upper-secondary systems is publicly funded in the same way as municipal schools).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- For compulsory tuition and standard schooling there is no bill because there is no tuition charge.
- For any optional, voluntary or extracurricular items that carry a charge (see "Other costs" below), billing and payment terms are handled per activity; invoicing and deadlines for payment are set for each specific activity or service. The school network's schools are financed through the national school funding system rather than by tuition.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Internationella Engelska Skolan in Sweden operates as publicly funded day schools; there is no general boarding provision and no standard boarding fee. Where boarding or in‑dwelling accommodation exists at other Swedish schools, charges for cost and lodging are handled separately, but this does not apply as a standard fee for IES schools.

Other costs or fees (examples)

- School meals: lunch and school meals for compulsory-school pupils are provided as part of the schooling system and are not charged as tuition.
- Voluntary activities and extracurriculars: optional clubs, weekend camps, extended-care programs, certain sporting activities or third‑party vendor offerings may carry charges; these are expressed per activity and are voluntary.
- School trips and excursions: voluntary school trips that are not part of compulsory instruction may require a participation fee to cover transport, accommodation or entrance fees; such fees are activity‑specific and billed separately.
- Learning materials and personal supplies: standard textbooks and core learning tools are provided within the publicly funded system; personal stationery, specialised equipment for optional courses, and non‑standard materials are typically the responsibility of the guardian.
- Uniforms / dress code items: IES schools do not list a system‑wide tuition or uniform charge; any specific clothing items required for particular activities (e.g., PE kit, team kit) are handled at the school level and, if charged, are optional or activity‑specific. For any chargeable optional item, the fee must be reasonable and clearly stated in the activity information.

Refund information

- There are no tuition or application fees to refund for standard compulsory or upper‑secondary schooling because those fees are not charged.
- For paid optional activities, trips or extracurricular services, refund terms depend on the specific activity and the school's stated policy for that activity; refundability is determined per event (for example based on cancellation deadlines or non‑refundable vendor costs). Any refundable amounts and the conditions for refunds are communicated with the specific activity or invoice.

Fee payment options

- Because IES schools in Sweden do not charge tuition or application fees, standard tuition payment options are not required.
- For voluntary charges (excursions, optional clubs, equipment purchases), schools typically provide practical payment arrangements (invoicing, bank transfer or Swedish common payment methods), but the exact payment methods and instructions are provided with each activity invoice or communication and may vary by school and by item.

Summary statement

- Internationella Engelska Skolan's schools in Sweden are financed through the national school funding system in the same way as municipal schools; therefore there is no tuition fee and no admissions/application fee for the standard compulsory and upper‑secondary education offer. Voluntary activities, trips or optional services may carry separate charges that are activity‑specific and billed on that basis.

Uniform Requirement

The school does not require a uniform; there is a dress code. Clothing should be clean, complete, and not disrupt the learning environment.

Food Options

The school provides nutritious school lunches free of charge, with a vegetarian option and accommodations for allergies. If a student needs a special diet for medical reasons, a certificate from a doctor or dietician must be submitted to the school nurse.

House System

The school is divided into houses; each pupil is allocated to a house on enrollment. Houses may compete in sports and other activities, giving students a sense of responsibility and input into their school environment.

Governance and Ownership

Paradigm Capital AG is the new main owner via two investment funds together with the Hans and Barbara Bergstrom Foundation, owning 75 percent of the votes in IES. The Swedish Schools Inspectorate approved the ownership changes.

Curriculum

IES Bromma provides bilingual education for grades 4–9. Teaching is conducted in Swedish and English, with up to 50% of lessons taught in English. The curriculum emphasizes preparation for higher studies and success in a globalized world.

Student Teacher Ratio

9.1 students per teacher.

Exam Results

Upper secondary eligibility: 91% of IES students were eligible for upper secondary school, compared with 84% nationally. 80% of year nine graduates achieved a passing grade in all subjects, compared with 72% nationwide. IES is Sweden's largest authorised Cambridge organisation and offers Cambridge IGCSE exams, with IES students among the top performers in Cambridge assessments.

Higher Education Progression

Most students qualify for upper secondary education in Sweden. IES offers Cambridge IGCSE exams, providing a globally recognized qualification that supports admission to universities worldwide.

Gifted and Talented

IES identifies students who require more challenge and provides enrichment. Diagnostic tests in years 4 and 6 identify students who need more challenging work, with homework support to extend learning; the organisation emphasises that high-performing students should be sufficiently stimulated and challenged.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school is a bilingual Swedish school with an international profile, where students are supported in meeting high academic expectations in a safe and calm learning environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides a structured, respectful environment that supports students' learning needs within its bilingual, internationally oriented framework.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school delivers up to half of the education in English, taught by native English-speaking teachers to support language immersion.

Mental Wellbeing

The school emphasizes a safe and calm environment as a prerequisite for learning, backed by clear structures and expectations that foster student security and well-being.

Safeguarding

The school emphasizes a safe and respectful learning environment as a foundational element of safeguarding and effective learning.

Admissions

1. To place your child in the queue, you create an account on our website by logging in with BankID and entering your child's data. If you do not have a Swedish BankID, download the application form at the bottom of the page and email it to admissions. If your child does not have a valid Swedish personal identity number, contact the school directly by email or phone.

2. Verify your email: In the next step, you confirm your email address. Check your spam folder if you have not received it. Once your email is confirmed, you can proceed with the application.

3. Provide the following information: your child's personal identity number (YYYYMMDD-NNNN). Add any siblings to the application, as sibling priority may apply, and register the contact details of all guardians (this information is important – if a place is offered, all guardians must accept before the child can start at the school). Guardian 2 will also receive a verification email. Then select the school, start of the academic year, and year level. Keep in mind that children in Sweden usually start preschool class the year they turn 6.

4. Queue placement confirmation: All registered guardians will receive a confirmation email once a queue place has been created for your child. Please get in touch with the school if you have not received a confirmation email after completing your registration.

5. Manage your application: You can, at any time, log in via our website and manage your information, such as your desired start year or adding siblings. You can also update guardian contact details as needed.

6. Admission Offer: If your child receives a placement offer, you log in to the queue login via our website with BankID. After that, you make an active choice to confirm the offer. The school will then send all the information you need before the start of school.

Scholarships

Ellinor Grit Award to remarkable students: An annual scholarship program funded by the Ellinor Carlsson Scholarship Fund. The fund currently awards two high school scholarships of 15,000 SEK each and three primary school scholarships of 10,000 SEK each, totaling five scholarships per year. Recipients are students who show exceptional grit and willingness to overcome obstacles and who live by Ellinor's motto 'never give up'.

Waitlist

Join Queue: The admissions process uses a queue-based system to manage intake. To place your child in the queue, you create an account and enter your personal data using BankID, or download the application form if BankID is unavailable. A queue placement confirmation is sent by email once a place is created, and you can manage your details online. If a placement is offered, you must log in and accept the offer to enroll.

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British International School of Stockholm - Altorp Campus

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees SEK 132,000 - 179,000

Pupils 380

Type Co-educational

British International School of Stockholm – Altorp Campus sits at Östra Valhallavägen 17 in Djursholm, offering education from age 3 to 18. The school operates across two campuses: Altorp Campus (Nursery–Year 4) and Ekeby Campus (Year 5–Year 13). The curriculum combines UK-based frameworks with international programmes: Foundation Stage follows the UK EYFS; Primary uses the Cambridge Primary Curriculum and IPC; Cambridge IGCSEs are studied in Years 10–11; and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Language options include Swedish, French and Spanish, with Computing and other subjects taught across phases. The Altorp Campus provides indoor and outdoor learning spaces, and Forest School sessions in Altorp Forest. Foundation Stage includes specialist instruction in Music, PE, Computing, Library and Swedish, while Primary and Secondary offer specialist teaching in Music, PE, Languages and Computing. The school uses Chromebooks for digital learning and maintains a pastoral and house-system framework, supporting students through an international pathway.

Location

Altorp Campus is located at Östra Valhallavägen 17, 182 68, Djursholm, Stockholm, Sweden. It sits in Djursholm, a northern suburb of Stockholm. The campus is reachable from central Stockholm by public transportation, car, or bicycle.

Stages

Two campuses host different levels. Altorp Campus serves Nursery through Year 6; Ekeby Campus serves Years 7–13.

Type

British international school

Pupil Nationality Mix

The school has 380 students from over 50 nationalities.

Additional learning support

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for as long as necessary.

Country affiliation

British

Bus service

No school bus service is offered.

Application and enrolment fees

- Application fee: SEK 3,000 per child, capped at SEK 9,000 per family.
- Enrolment fee (payable on acceptance): SEK 60,000 for the first and second child; SEK 50,000 for the third and subsequent children.
- Re‑enrolment fee (where a child has been unenrolled and the family reapplies): SEK 30,000 per child.

Tuition fees by year group (2026/27) — annual and per term

Note: The school invoices two times per year with 50% of annual tuition due each term; per‑term figures below are 50% of the annual amount.

- Foundation (Nursery & Reception): Annual SEK 179,000 — Per term SEK 89,500.
- Year 1: Standard annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000. If the child is ineligible for municipal subsidy, the higher annual fee SEK 179,000 applies — Per term SEK 89,500.
- Year 2: Annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000.
- Year 3: Annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000.
- Year 4: Annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000.
- Year 5: Annual SEK 134,000 — Per term SEK 67,000.
- Year 6: Annual SEK 139,500 — Per term SEK 69,750.
- Year 7: Annual SEK 144,000 — Per term SEK 72,000.
- Year 8: Annual SEK 144,000 — Per term SEK 72,000.
- Year 9: Annual SEK 154,000 — Per term SEK 77,000.
- Year 10: Annual SEK 172,000 — Per term SEK 86,000.
- Year 11: Annual SEK 172,000 — Per term SEK 86,000.
- Year 12: Annual SEK 180,000 — Per term SEK 90,000.
- Year 13: Annual SEK 180,000 — Per term SEK 90,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing frequency: Twice per year; 50% of the annual tuition is invoiced per term. Autumn‑term invoices are issued in February; Spring‑term invoices are issued in September. Payment terms are 30 days from the date of the invoice.
- Late payment charges: SEK 500 if an invoice is unpaid after the due date; an additional reminder charge of SEK 2,500 is applied if a further reminder is required. Failure to settle outstanding tuition by published deadlines may lead to unenrolment.
- Billing method: All invoicing is issued electronically; the school requires accurate billing details and an up‑to‑date billing contact.

Payment methods and bank details

- Domestic (within Sweden): Bankgiro 544‑5937.
- International payments: IBAN SE29 5000 0000 0542 8100 3223, SWIFT/BIC ESSESESS (Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken, SEB, Mörby centrum). All connecting bank charges for international transfers are to be paid by the payer.
- Payments are processed against the electronic invoices; no specific card payment method is listed in the school's published Terms of Payment.

Sibling discounts and fee adjustments

- Sibling discounts: Third sibling receives a 5% tuition discount; fourth and subsequent siblings receive a 10% tuition discount. Discounts are applied to the younger sibling(s) while three or more children attend the school concurrently. The enrolment fee is reduced for third and subsequent children.
- Government subsidy (skolpeng) effect: Published tuition rates apply to children registered with a Swedish municipality who hold a Swedish personal identification number. Families whose children are not registered with the local kommun (and therefore do not generate municipal subsidy to the school) are liable for an additional fee to cover the subsidy shortfall; Year 1 has a specific higher fee for eligible/ineligible subsidy cases as noted above.

Other potential costs

- Fees are stated to be inclusive of all school activities and services unless explicitly specified otherwise. Items that may be charged separately include after‑school care, extracurricular activities, and residential trips. Specific charges for these items are published separately when applicable.
- The school does not publish a standard uniform charge, bus fee, or specific exam/assessment charges in the primary Fee Schedule; where such items are chargeable, separate notices or invoices are issued.

Boarding

- The school operates as a day school; boarding facilities are not offered.

Refunds and withdrawal

- Refund policy: Pupils are enrolled until the end of a term and any payments made to secure a place for the next term are final. There are no refunds, reductions or transfer of paid fees due to delayed entry, absence or withdrawal.

Summary contact for fee queries

- For fee queries and specific billing matters, contact the school's Finance Office at fees@bisstockholm.se.

Uniform Requirement

The school does not have a uniform. Students wear a BISS PE kit for physical education.

Food Options

The school provides a lunch service on both Altorp Campus and Ekeby Campus; meals are prepared and served by kitchen staff.

House System

The school has a House System. Every member of staff and student is assigned to a House, with House competitions across activities such as basketball, chess and baking.

Governance and Ownership

The school is a non-profit institution managed by Stiftelsen Borgen 2. A Board of Governors elected by parents and staff provides strategic direction and financial oversight. Altorp Campus at Östra Valhallavägen 17, 182 68, Djursholm; Ekeby Campus at Rinkebyvägen 4, 182 36, Danderyd.

Curriculum

Foundation Stage (Ages 3-5) uses the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Forest School is part of the program at Altorp Campus. Primary (Ages 5-11) and Secondary (Ages 11-16) follow a British-based curriculum with language options including Swedish, French, and Spanish. Cambridge IGCSEs are taught in Years 10-11, followed by the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) in Years 12-13. The school operates on two campuses: Altorp Campus (Nursery–Year 4) and Ekeby Campus (Year 5–Year 13), located in Djursholm and Danderyd.

Student Teacher Ratio

8:1

Exam Results

IGCSE: A-C 95%; Pass rate 100% (June 2022). IB Diploma: 100% pass rate; highest IB Diploma score 44 out of 45.

Higher Education Progression

Transcripts for university applications include IGCSE results (Years 9-10), DP grades, and predicted DP grades, enabling applications to universities worldwide. The curriculum is designed to enable smooth transition to other English-speaking schools and examination courses around the world.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Student wellbeing is at the heart of learning, fostering emotional resilience, positive relationships, and a strong sense of belonging. The PSHE curriculum and school assemblies underpin social and emotional development and a whole-school approach to wellbeing. The pastoral system supports students through close relationships among staff, peers, and families, and the House system and end-of-term assemblies celebrate achievement and community. The school recognises the experiences of Third Culture Kids and Cross-Cultural Kids to build a family-like environment that supports belonging.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Inclusion approach is inclusive and non-selective, welcoming students with diverse abilities. The Inclusion Team comprises specialist teachers and learning assistants who provide literacy, numeracy, and study-skills support through individualised and small-group interventions inside and outside the classroom. The school accommodates learning differences including dyslexia, ADHD, and autism, with tailored supports, and offers targeted English as an Additional Language support including small-group lessons. External services such as speech therapy, counselling, and family support are accessible; decisions about more complex needs are made on a case-by-case basis and are funded by parents.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

EAL learners are supported through tailored assistance, with an Inclusion Team providing small-group sessions, visual supports, and translators as needed. The curriculum is scaffolded with resources to make learning accessible, and there is emphasis on helping learners develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The school celebrates multilingualism with library books in multiple languages and events that reflect home languages.

Mental Wellbeing

Pastoral care is central to student wellbeing, led by a senior leader with a team including school nurses, counsellors, safeguarding leads, and form tutors. The school places a strong emphasis on mental health within PSHE and offers initiatives such as the Peer Education Project (PEP) to empower students to support their own mental health and that of peers.

Safeguarding

The school recognises its moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and aims to provide a safe and welcoming environment. It is alert to signs of abuse and neglect and follows procedures to ensure effective support, protection, and justice.

Admissions

1. Submit Your Application. Apply online using the application form. You'll need recent school reports, copies of passport/photo ID, and any learning support assessments if applicable. Applications are welcome year-round with no entrance exams. 2. Assessment (If Needed). If English language support or learning needs are required, the Head of Individual Needs may schedule a conversation to discuss the necessary support. This is not a test. 3. Receive Your Offer. If space is available and BISS can meet your child's needs, a formal offer letter by email will be issued. The offer includes the year group placement, fees, and start date. For questions about admissions, contact the Admissions Officer.

Waitlist

Waitlists are used when a year group is oversubscribed. Places are offered according to a priority system: 1) siblings of current students (who have been at the school for at least one full term at the time of application); 2) returnees—re-enrolment of previous students within two years of leaving; 3) students of expatriate families, living in Sweden for a limited time; 4) all other applicants according to the first category. BISS teachers' children gain entry and are not waitlisted, subject to spaces being available. Nursery places have priority for children who are three years old before August 31 in the year prior to entering Nursery. Placement on the waitlist does not guarantee entry, and the waitlist position can change as higher-priority applicants are added. If a place is offered and declined twice within an academic year, the name is removed from the waiting list. Early registration is advisable because the date of receipt of the application form and required documentation is decisive when multiple applicants are in the same priority group and only one place is available. Final confirmation of a place will be given as soon as possible.

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