Compare International Schools in Karlskrona, Sweden

Instructs in English, Swedish

Pupils 650

Type Co-educational

Ehrensvärdska gymnasiet is a municipal upper secondary school in Karlskrona offering the Swedish International PreDP and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The International Course (PreDP) is taught entirely in English and follows the Swedish National Science programme, with courses including English 5, Mathematics 1b, History 1b, Svenska 1/Svenska som andra språk 1/Swedish for beginners, Biology 1, Chemistry 1, Intro Physics, Physical Education, and Language. In the Diploma Programme, students pursue the IB Diploma as part of the school's IB World School status; the school is authorized to offer DP and also authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), with the Middle Years Programme (MYP) listed as a candidate. About 20% of students have a mother tongue other than Swedish, and the school has partnerships with schools in other countries, including South Africa. All PreDP courses are taught in English, with Swedish language study provided through Svenska 1 or Svenska as second language. The IB framework seeks to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who foster intercultural understanding and respect.

Location

Östra Köpmansgatan 26, 371 32 Karlskrona, Sweden. Ehrensvärdska gymnasiet is located in central Karlskrona. It has about 650 students.

Stages

Upper secondary school. The International Course (PreDP) is the first year of upper secondary and all courses are taught in English. The Diploma Programme (DP) is offered through the IB pathway.

Type

Municipal upper secondary school

Pupil Nationality Mix

Approximately 20% of students have a mother tongue other than Swedish.

Additional learning support

Special education teacher provides learning support; a study and career guidance counselor is available; a school nurse and a counselor are on site.

*Application fees*

- No application fee is charged for admission to Ehrensvärdska Gymnasiet; applications to upper-secondary education are handled through the municipal admission system and no fee may be required in connection with an application.

*Tuition fees by year group (2026/27 academic year)*

- There are no tuition fees for any year group at Ehrensvärdska Gymnasiet (including PreDP and the IB Diploma Programme year groups). All standard upper-secondary education provided by the municipal school is tuition-free for students covered by the Swedish school funding system.

*Billing schedule and payment terms (for any incidental municipal charges)*

- Because there is no tuition to bill, the school does not issue tuition invoices by term or year.
- For any incidental charges that the municipality may bill (for example optional activities or self-cost items), invoices from Karlskrona kommun are issued with a 30‑day payment term. A reminder is sent if payment is missed (a reminder is normally issued ten days after the invoice due date), and unpaid reminders may be forwarded to a collection agency under municipal routines.

*Boarding fees (if applicable)*

- Ehrensvärdska Gymnasiet does not operate a boarding or residential (internat) facility and therefore there are no boarding fees. The school is a municipal day upper-secondary school serving local students.

*Other costs or fees (items parents should expect or consider)*

- School meals: provision of and any charge for school lunches at the upper-secondary level is determined by the student's home municipality; therefore meal provision or any fee for lunches is a municipal decision rather than a school tuition charge. Expect either free or subsidised arrangements depending on municipal policy.
- Course-specific materials and equipment: necessary learning materials and basic teaching resources are provided without charge where required for the curriculum; however, students may be required to provide or pay for certain personal tools, specialised equipment, protective clothing, or consumables used in vocational or elective courses (for example trade-specific supplies). Such costs are typically charged at self‑cost and only for items beyond standard provided learning materials.
- Voluntary activities and study trips: costs for optional extracurricular trips or voluntary activities may be charged to parents at the municipality's self‑cost level. Participation must be voluntary and charges should not exceed the organiser's actual cost.
- Transport support: student travel support (for example subsidised bus cards) and eligibility rules are administered by the municipality; arrangements for travel assistance or student cards are governed by municipal policy.
- Uniforms: there is no municipal requirement for school uniforms for Ehrensvärdska Gymnasiet and no uniform fee applies as a standard school charge.

*Refund information*

- Tuition refunds are not applicable because no tuition is charged.
- For other municipal payments (for example a mistakenly paid invoice), Karlskrona kommun operates a refunds/repayment procedure; persons who have made an incorrect payment receive written instructions and must register a bank account via the municipality's self‑service with BankID to receive repayment.

*Fee payment options and practical billing details*

- Payment methods used by Karlskrona kommun for billed municipal charges include e‑invoice (e‑faktura), autogiro (direct debit), and regular invoicing; autogiro or e‑faktura can be used to automate payments. Invoices normally allow 30 days to pay and the municipality uses a contractual creditor/collection service for reminders and unpaid debts. For questions about a specific invoice you should use the contact details printed on that invoice.

*Summary statement for parents*

- There is no application fee, no per‑year or per‑term tuition, and no boarding fee for Ehrensvärdska Gymnasiet. The only predictable outlays are for optional activities, specialised course equipment or consumables, and any municipal decisions about upper‑secondary meal charges or transport arrangements; such incidental costs are billed through the municipal invoicing system with standard municipal payment terms.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school supports social and emotional learning through an inclusive culture based on mutual respect, consideration, openness, and well-being. The Inclusion Policy ensures all students feel welcome and receive education that fits their needs, irrespective of background. Staff are mindful of classroom diversity and adapt teaching to promote tolerance and understanding; regular student-board meetings give students a voice. Staff are educated in neurodevelopmental disorders, dyslexia, and learning disabilities to tailor support. The student health team provides health checks, counselling, and psychosocial guidance through the school nurse, social counsellor, and related staff, and every student has a mentor and a personal laptop to support learning. The school has LGBTQ-certified elevhälsa to foster a safe, inclusive environment for LGBTQ students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has a Coordinator for students with special educational needs who gathers information from middle schools before a student starts. A Special-ed teacher helps students in need during lessons or in individual sessions. Staff are educated in neurodevelopmental disorders, dyslexia, and learning disabilities to adapt teaching to individual needs. A Social counsellor provides psychosocial support and helps students achieve their educational goals. A Study counsellor and a dedicated mentor support students throughout the program; a student assistant also helps; each student has a personal laptop with access to apps to overcome barriers to learning. A School nurse offers health checks and can provide counselling and supports, coordinating with health institutions when needed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Ehrensvärdska gymnasiet offers weekly language support on all levels. English is the first foreign language taught, and English is used widely in the International Programme. Non-Swedish students will be offered English as mother tongue and Swedish as a second language or French. The International Course (PreDP) is the first year of upper-secondary and all courses are taught in English. The language policy emphasizes multilingualism and that every subject teacher acts as a language teacher to develop language and intercultural understanding. Non-Swedish students are offered both English and the appropriate additional language; English is the dominant language of instruction in PreDP and IB courses.

Mental Wellbeing

The Elevhälsa team (EHT) consists of the principal, school nurse, counselor, study- and career guidance, and a special educator to identify and support students in need. The EHT emphasizes prevention and wellbeing as part of everyday school life. The school nurse conducts health checks and can provide counselling and care after accidents; the team focuses on psychosocial support and overall student welfare. The school fosters a safe, democratic environment with rules, equality, and respect for the individual's freedom and integrity. The school has LGBTQ-certified elevhälsa to promote a healthy, inclusive environment.

Safeguarding

The Inclusion Policy ensures all students feel welcome and receive education tailored to their needs, irrespective of background; students should be heard and have influence in the school. Regular student-board meetings give every student a voice and regular evaluations ensure the learning environment is adapted to all students' needs. Staff are educated in neurodevelopmental disorders, dyslexia, and learning disabilities, and teachers adapt their teaching to individual needs. Each student has a mentor and a personal laptop to support learning and safety. Ehrensvärdska gymnasiet maintains LGBTQ-certified elevhälsa to support safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Academic & Intellectual

The school runs the International Course (PreDP) as the first year of upper-secondary education. PreDP follows the Swedish Curriculum of the National Science Programme, with all courses taught in English. The mission emphasizes lifelong learning in a safe environment, respecting the system's standards and practices, and developing students as global citizens within a democratic framework. The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who foster intercultural understanding and respect; the school attracts students from Swedish programmes—including those with different mother tongues—and has initiated partnerships with schools in other countries such as South Africa.

Cultural & Language

Intercultural understanding and respect are central to the International Baccalaureate approach at Ehrensvärdska gymnasiet. The school attracts students from Swedish programmes with diverse linguistic backgrounds (about 20% with a mother tongue other than Swedish). It has established partnerships with schools in other countries to support international exchange. All PreDP courses are taught in English, with Swedish language study offered through Svenska 1/Svenska som andra språk 1 or Swedish for beginners.

Language Provision

Swedish is the mother tongue; English is the first foreign language taught from the start of upper-secondary. Non-Swedish students study English as a mother tongue and Swedish as a second language, or Swedish as a second language and French. A modern language is offered: French, German, Spanish, with Mandarin available. Ehrensvärdska gymnasiet provides weekly language support on all levels.

Bilingual Teaching

The school offers bilingual education to students of various nationalities. The teaching language in the first year of upper-secondary is English. Non-Swedish students are offered English as a mother tongue with Swedish as a second language, or French. Swedish-speaking students study English as a second language and may also study French as an additional second foreign language.

Immersion Programs

EGIC offers bilingual education to students of various nationalities. Non-Swedish students are offered English as a mother tongue with Swedish as a second language, or French. From the sixth grade, students choose a second foreign language, which can be French, Spanish, German, or Mandarin. Weekly language support is available on all levels.

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International School of Karlskrona

Instructs in English

Ages 6 - 16 years

Type Co-educational

International School of Karlskrona is an IB World School in Karlskrona, Sweden, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6–11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 12–16. Located at Ekorrvägen 4, 371 42 Karlskrona, the school provides a curriculum designed to support international mobility, enabling students to move between countries with minimal disruption. All core teaching is conducted in English, with language courses taught separately in other languages. The school was established in autumn 2019 by Karlskrona municipality as an international compulsory school with IB orientation, and is connected with the central Wämöskolan area as part of that framework. The International Baccalaureate Organization and the Swedish Schools Inspectorate guarantee the quality of education. ISK emphasizes intercultural understanding and respect as part of the IB mission, aiming to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who become lifelong learners and globally minded citizens. It welcomes families with curiosity.

Application fees
- There are no application fees for admission to International School of Karlskrona. The school is public and does not charge parents for applying.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- There are no tuition fees for any year group (PYP or MYP). Education in the compulsory school forms provided by this school is delivered without charge to families; no per-term or per-year tuition is charged.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Not applicable for regular attendance: because there are no application or tuition charges, there is no billing schedule or recurring payment term for compulsory schooling at this school.
- Occasional voluntary costs (for example single school trips, entrance fees or similar one‑off items) may be requested on a voluntary basis; such voluntary charges must be reasonable and may not exceed the headman's self‑cost for the activity. Any such one‑off, voluntary costs would be invoiced per activity when arranged.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable. International School of Karlskrona is an AB compulsory day school (PYP and MYP) located within the local school area and does not operate boarding facilities.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, meals, transport, materials, extracurriculars)
- Uniforms: The school does not charge a mandatory uniform fee as part of application or attendance; there is no compulsory, school-imposed uniform fee included in school charges. (Education in the compulsory forms is intended to be fee‑free.)
- School meals: Pupils in compulsory school are provided with nutritious school meals without a charge to families under the rules that govern compulsory schooling. Families should therefore not expect a regular lunch fee for the compulsory school years.
- Transport: The municipality or the school does not provide a dedicated school bus service to and from International School of Karlskrona; pupil transport rights to free transport are governed separately by national/local rules and may apply only under specified conditions. Any local transport arrangements or exceptional transport costs would follow municipal policy.
- Learning materials and textbooks: In compulsory school, pupils shall have access to required textbooks, learning materials and necessary learning tools without charge; families should not be billed for standard compulsory learning materials.
- Extracurriculars and optional activities: Participation in voluntary extracurricular activities or trips may carry a separate voluntary charge limited to the organiser's self‑cost; such charges are not compulsory for basic schooling.

Refund information
- Not applicable for tuition or application (there are no such fees to refund). For any one‑off, voluntary activity fees that are collected, refund terms would be determined by the school/municipality for that specific activity; such ad‑hoc arrangements must follow rules that ensure charges are reasonable.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- Not applicable for regular tuition or application (no fees are charged). For any voluntary, activity‑specific charges, payment method and instructions would be provided with that activity's communication and invoicing; arrangements vary by activity and are handled by the school or municipal administration.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides a learning-focused environment that stimulates creativity and innovation in a culture of collaboration and respect so that each student develops the skills and knowledge to become internationally-minded and a lifelong learner. The school's mission emphasizes intercultural understanding and respectful engagement among students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

All subjects, besides language courses, are taught in English.

Mental Wellbeing

Elevhälsa provides student health and wellbeing support. It includes an Attendance Wheel for increased school attendance and drug-prevention work in the school.

Safeguarding

The content and quality of education are guaranteed by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and the Swedish Schools Inspectorate (Skolinspektionen). The Swedish Schools Inspectorate is responsible for controlling the quality of schools in Sweden.

History

International School of Karlskrona was established by Karlskrona municipality in autumn 2019 as an international compulsory school with IB orientation. The school follows the International Baccalaureate international curriculum and all teaching is conducted in English, with language courses taught in other languages. The new international compulsory school is located at Wämöskolan, which is part of the central school area. It is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP).

Community

The school community centers on intercultural understanding and respect as part of its IB framework. The Primary Years Programme serves students aged 6 to 11 and the Middle Years Programme serves students aged 12 to 16, enabling families to move between countries with continuity in education. The IB mission and ISK mission emphasize inquiry, knowledge, and lifelong learning within a culture of collaboration and respect. Admission criteria include residency in Sweden for a limited period, attendance at school in another country for a substantial time, or English being spoken at home with at least one parent.

Academic & Intellectual

The International School of Karlskrona is an IB World School offering an international compulsory education. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is for students aged 6 to 11, and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) is for students aged 12 to 16. The compulsory school follows an international curriculum and all teaching is conducted in English; language courses are taught separately. The IB mission is to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. ISK's mission is to provide a learning-focused environment that stimulates creativity, collaboration and international-mindedness so that each student becomes internationally minded and a lifelong learner.

Cultural & Language

Intercultural understanding and respect are central to IB and ISK. The curriculum uses English as the language of instruction for most subjects, with language courses taught as part of the programme.

Admissions

The International School of Karlskrona is an IB world school offering a compulsory international program. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is for students aged 6 to 11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) is for students aged 12 to 16; all subjects are taught in English. The school is open to international families, and eligibility requires meeting at least one criterion set by Skolverket: the child is a resident in Sweden for a limited period of time; the child has attended school in another country for a significant amount of time; there is a well-founded reason to expect that the child will move abroad for a significant amount of time; the child uses English as the primary language to speak with at least one parent. In cases where applications are oversubscribed, priority is given to applicants with a sibling in the school. Admissions can occur throughout the academic year if class size permits. The school is located at Wämöskolan, Karlskrona. The ISK mission is to provide a learning-focused environment that stimulates creativity and innovation in a culture of collaboration and respect so that each student develops the skills and knowledge to become internationally-minded and a lifelong learner. The admission process is as follows: 1) Choose the school via the municipality's School Choice and submit a completed application to Kunskapsförvaltningen, 371 83 Karlskrona. 2) The guardian completes Application Form Part 1 and sends it to ISK's School Administrator and the IB Programme Coordinator. 3) The current or last school completes Application Form Part 2 (PYP or MYP) and sends it to ISK. 4) The last 1–2 academic report cards and related certificates from previous schools are sent to ISK (work samples may supplement documentation). 5) Once documents are received, the applicant and guardians are invited to an interview with the PYP and/or MYP Coordinator. 6) On a case-by-case basis, ISK may request a trial class for one day, along with observational notes and medical records. 7) An IB Programme Coordinator sends a review and endorsement to the School Administrator. 8) The Head of School and/or PYP & MYP Coordinator make the final admission decision based on the criteria, evidence, and whether ISK can accommodate the learner's needs, and considering class size. 9) The School Administrator informs guardians of the decision and starting date and sends an Agreement to Admission for signature. 10) Once the agreement is signed and returned, the student can start on the stated date. All documents can be requested from the School Administrator. ISK reserves the right to decline admission if the applicant cannot meet the needs or if ISK cannot accommodate them. Costs: ISK is a public school; there are no fees for applying or attending, and no school bus service is provided. Special Needs: ISK provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support as needed; entry to certain IB programs may require a suitable level of English; ISK aims to provide inclusive education.

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