Compare International Schools in Lund, Sweden

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 16 years

Type Co-educational

ISLK, located at Linnégatan 2, 224 60 Lund, Sweden, is an IB World School delivering a continuous international education from early years through middle years. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 5–10 and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–15, with Early Years for ages 2–4 and pre-school available from age 2. It serves the transient and international community of Lund and is funded by the City of Lund, with no tuition or school fees for eligible families. ISLK aims to develop intellectual, personal, emotional and social skills to help students live, learn and succeed in a changing world. Extracurricular offerings include an After School Programme (ASP) for families needing care beyond regular hours. The school also emphasizes community and service activities, practical information such as academic year dates, morning routines, PTA contact, and lunch arrangements. ISLK welcomes families from around the world.

Location

The International School of Lund is located at Linnégatan 2, 224 60 Lund, Sweden. It serves the transient and international community of Lund. The school is funded by the City of Lund and there are no tuition or school fees. The school offers Early Years in the PYP (EY) for children aged 2 to 4, Primary Years Programme (PYP) for PYP1 to PYP6 (ages 5 to 10), and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for MYP1 to MYP5 (ages 11 to 15).

Stages

Early Years (EY 2-4), Primary Years Programme (PYP PYP1-PYP6, 5-10), Middle Years Programme (MYP1-MYP5, 11-15).

Type

IB World School

Country affiliation

Sweden

Fees overview

- International School of Lund (ISLK) is funded by the City of Lund and there are no tuition or school fees for compulsory PYP and MYP education; standard schooling at ISLK carries no term or annual tuition charge.

Application fees

- There is no application fee for admission to ISLK as part of the municipal school offering; families do not pay an application charge to apply for a place.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per school year)

- Early Years, Primary Years (PYP1–PYP6) and Middle Years (MYP1–MYP5):
- Per term: SEK 0.
- Per school year: SEK 0.
- Rationale: ISLK is municipally funded; compulsory-school education places do not carry tuition or school fees.

Fees for pre-school (Early Years) and After School Programme (ASP)

- Early Years (pre-school) and the After School Programme are fee-based services charged to families according to household income; fees for these services are calculated monthly and paid to the municipality rather than as school tuition.

- How charges are calculated (municipal system):
- Fees are based on the household's gross taxable income and the number and ages of children; a percentage of income applies with maximum monthly caps. Examples of monthly maximum caps used in the municipal fee schedule:
- Children aged 1–2 years: first child max SEK 1,547/month; second child max SEK 1,031/month; third child max SEK 516/month; fourth child no charge.
- Children aged 3–5 years: first child max SEK 1,237/month; second child max SEK 825/month; third child max SEK 412/month; fourth child no charge.
- Fritidshem (6–12 years): first child max SEK 1,031/month; second child max SEK 516/month; third child max SEK 361/month; fourth child no charge.
- The municipality applies a maxtaxa threshold for highest charges (monthly-income threshold is published by the municipality). Fees for childcare and ASP are invoiced monthly.

- Specific ASP terms:
- The ASP is a fee-based service open during stated hours; fees for ASP are charged 12 months of the year. Cancellation requires advance notification and there is a defined notice period and charge for the notice period.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing: Municipal invoices for childcare/ASP are normally issued around the 13th–15th of each month for the current month. The monthly invoice covers the place (not hours attended); no pro rata reduction is made for absences. Uppsägningstid (notice period) for preschool and fritids is two months; for ASP there is a specified cancellation rule with charges for the notice period.

- Payment frequency: Fees for ASP and municipal childcare are charged monthly and (for ASP) collected 12 months per year. Adjustments may be made after the municipality's annual income reconciliation.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable at ISLK; there are no boarding places and therefore no boarding fees. ISLK operates as a municipal day school.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, lunches, trips, materials, extracurriculars)

- School lunch: All students are served one warm meal per school day; school meals in the Swedish compulsory school system are provided as part of the school day.

- Voluntary/occasional costs: Certain optional activities or items (for example voluntary school trips, specialised materials, instrument hire or optional external activities) may involve charges that are arranged separately and, where applicable, are requested on a voluntary basis according to applicable regulations. The municipality administers charges and any specific fees for optional services or programme extras.

- Mother-tongue classes and other extracurricular provisions: Some supplementary offerings are organised through municipal arrangements; where a fee applies (for example some childcare-related services), the fee is calculated according to municipal rules. Application forms and any required income declaration are part of the admissions/process for fee-calculated services.

Refund and cancellation information

- ASP cancellation: A written notice is required; you must hand in a notification of leaving two calendar months before the last attendance date and you will be charged for 60 days from the day the notice is handed in (the ASP defines its specific cancellation rule).

- Preschool/fritids cancellation and adjustments: The municipal notice period for preschool and fritids is two months; the municipality performs an annual income reconciliation and will adjust fees (invoice or refund) if income information changes.

Fee payment options

- Payment methods offered through the municipality include direct debit (autogiro) and standard municipal invoicing (invoices can be received in the user's digital mailbox). Specific payment channels and instructions follow municipal invoicing procedures. Parents are required to provide income documentation where fees are income-based.

Summary (key points for parents)

- There is no tuition or school fee for ISLK's compulsory schooling (PYP and MYP): Per term and per year amounts are SEK 0.
- Early Years (pre-school) and After School Programme are fee-based and charged according to household income with defined monthly caps and municipal billing procedures; these are billed monthly and have municipal notice and cancellation rules.

History

ISLK is an authorised IB World School offering a continuum of international education to children aged 3 to 15, and it also offers pre-school for children aged 2. The focus is on developing intellectual, personal, emotional and social skills so students can live, learn, work and succeed in a rapidly changing world. The school is funded by the City of Lund and there are no tuition or school fees for eligible families. It serves the transient and international community of Lund.

Community

ISLK serves the educational needs of the transient and international community of Lund. The school offers Early Years in the PYP (EY) for ages 2 to 4, Primary Years Programme (PYP) from PYP1 to PYP6 for ages 5 to 10, Middle Years Programme (MYP) from MYP1 to MYP5 for ages 11 to 15, and an After School Programme (ASP) for care outside regular hours. School life provides practical information about how things work at ISLK, including academic year dates and holidays, morning routines, PTA contact information, lunch menu and forms.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The school has a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) with contact information available in the School Life section.

Academic & Intellectual

The school is an authorised IB World School offering a continuum of international education for children from age 3 to 15. The school also offers pre-school for children from age 2. Early Years (EY) serves children aged 2 to 4. Primary Years Programme (PYP) covers ages 5 to 10 (PYP1 to PYP6) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) serves ages 11 to 15.

Community & Service

The school serves the educational needs of the transient and international community of Lund.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

ASP is an ongoing part of the school day for children whose parents work or study full-time and require care outside of regular school hours. Practical information about how things work at ISLK includes academic year dates and holidays, morning routines, PTA contact information, lunch menu and forms.

Language Provision

English is the language of instruction. Students may study their home language from PYP 3 to MYP 5, with mother tongue lessons provided by Lunds Kommun. Swedish is the host country language and is taught at an appropriate level in PYP and MYP, with Swedish LL/LAQ available in the MYP. In the MYP, French and Spanish are offered as Language Acquisition courses.

Bilingual Teaching

English is the language of instruction. Students may study their home language (mother tongue) from PYP 3 to MYP 5, with mother tongue lessons provided by Lunds Kommun. Swedish is the host country language and is taught at an appropriate level in PYP and MYP, with Swedish language learning integrated into the curriculum. ISLK values multilingualism and provides language support to help students access the curriculum in multiple languages.

Immersion Programs

ISLK uses English-language immersion in classrooms. Students are immersed in English-speaking environments across the curriculum to support language development and curriculum access. Swedish is taught as the host country language, and language learning is supported through ELS and targeted instruction as needed. Multilingualism is valued and home languages are supported as a resource for learning and identity.

Admissions

1. ISLK is an authorised IB World School offering a continuum of international education to children from the age of 3 to 15. The school also offers pre-school for children from the age of 2. The program is organised as Early Years (EY) for 2–4, Primary Years Programme (PYP) for 5–10, and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 11–15. The school is funded by the City of Lund and there are no tuition or school fees. 2. ISLK serves the educational needs of the transient and international community of Lund, including families relocating to the area. The relocation context is explicitly recognized to support international families moving to Lund. The school is funded by the City of Lund and there are no tuition or school fees. However, interested families must meet specific intake criterias. 3. To apply, families must review the intake criteria and begin the application. The intake criteria determine eligibility for admission. The criteria and steps are provided via the ISLK admissions pathway. 4. ISLK is located at Linnégatan 2, 224 60 Lund. The school offers Early Years (EY) for ages 2–4, Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 5–10, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–15, and an After School Programme (ASP) for care outside regular hours. Practical information about how things work at ISLK includes academic year dates and holidays, morning routines, lunch menu and forms. Contact: Phone +46 46 359 45 42; E-mail islk@lund.se.

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Internationella Engelska Skolan Lund

Instructs in Swedish, English

Pupils 730

Type Co-educational

Internationella Engelska Skolan Lund is a bilingual school for students in years 4 to 9, located at Sankt Lars Väg 90 in Lund, Sweden. Established in 2013, the campus delivers the Swedish national curriculum with up to 50 percent of lessons taught in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries. The school offers a bespoke curriculum alongside Cambridge IGCSE, providing an international framework within a Swedish setting. Facilities include a library, an after-school program (Fritids), nutritious school lunches, and an active Parent Teacher Association that contributes to school life. A dedicated student health team supports learning, development and wellbeing. The school emphasizes a safe, calm learning environment and aims to help every child reach their full potential. For families overseas, IES Lund combines Swedish schooling with English instruction, facilitating bilingual proficiency and a smooth transition to international assessment tracks such as Cambridge IGCSE. This makes it suitable for international families.

Location

Sankt Lars Väg 90, 222 70 Lund, Sweden. The school is located in the Sankt Lars Park area of Lund, a green, park-like setting.

Stages

Year groups 4-9. The school serves students in grades 4 through 9.

Type

The school is bilingual. It delivers the Swedish national curriculum with up to 50 percent of lessons taught in English.

Additional learning support

The school provides Special Education support through a dedicated Special Education Team, including Special Education Teachers.

Country affiliation

Sweden

Application fees
- There are no application fees to join Internationella Engelska Skolan Lund; no charge is taken for applying or for being placed in the queue.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per academic year)
- Years 4–9 (compulsory school): SEK 0 per term / SEK 0 per academic year. There is no tuition charged for attending the school for any compulsory year group.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no regular tuition billing for compulsory education because no tuition is charged. For any permitted charges (see “Other costs or fees” below), invoicing and payment terms are set by the school or, where applicable, by the responsible municipality; those permitted charges are billed according to the school's published administration and invoicing arrangements.

Boarding fees
- Not applicable. Internationella Engelska Skolan Lund is a day school for years 4–9 and does not operate a boarding facility.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, meals, materials, activities, fritids)
- School tuition, textbooks, essential learning materials and nutritious school meals for compulsory-year students are provided without charge; these items are part of the free education obligation. Small, one-off voluntary costs (for example an entrance fee for a museum visit or a single transport fare connected to a school trip) may occur but must be occasional and not regular recurring charges. Any activities that require a parental payment must be voluntary and not exceed the school's actual cost. Where an after‑school (fritids) programme is provided and a fee is charged, that fee must be reasonable and is regulated (maxtaxa applies); the overall rules on permitted and non‑permitted fees apply. There is no standard school uniform fee imposed as a compulsory tuition charge.

Refund information
- Tuition refunds are not applicable because no tuition is charged for compulsory education. Refunds or credit arrangements for any permitted, charged services (for example paid fritids places or voluntary trip fees) follow the school's administrative terms for those specific services. Any such charged service must comply with the legal requirement that fees are reasonable or not unreasonably high.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- Because there is no tuition to pay for compulsory years, there is no standard tuition payment method. For any permitted fees (for example charged fritids places or optional paid activities), the school's administration determines accepted payment methods and billing mechanics; parents are informed of those methods when a fee is levied.

Uniform Requirement

There is no uniform. There is no dress code. Conduct rules are established in accordance with the Education Act and updated annually in consultation with the student council and staff.

Food Options

Lunch is free and served daily in the main dining halls. The food is cooked in-house; the daily menu includes a main course, a vegetarian option, soup of the day, bread and a salad bar. The school can accommodate allergies with a doctor or dietician certificate submitted to the school nurse.

Governance and Ownership

Paradigm Capital AG via two investment funds is the new main owner alongside The Hans and Barbara Bergstrom Foundation, owning 75 percent of the voting rights. Other owners are passive and hold less than 10 percent each; the change was approved by the Swedish Schools Inspectorate.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides student welfare services. They support learning, development and health. They work to prevent ill health. Staff collaborate to create a caring, supportive learning environment. Welfare services support students' well-being as part of the school's approach.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is bilingual and delivers the Swedish national curriculum. Up to 50 percent of lessons are taught in English. Lessons are taught by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the United Kingdom and South Africa. This bilingual instruction helps students master both Swedish and English. Language skills support an international outlook for further study. The bilingual program is a defining feature of IES Lund.

Mental Wellbeing

The school has student welfare services focused on mental health and well-being. The welfare team promotes students' learning, development and health and works to prevent ill health. It provides support to create a safe and supportive learning environment. Well-being is integrated with academic life through the school's welfare framework. The environment is described as safe.

History

IES Lund was established in 2013. It is a bilingual 4-9 school located in Sankt Lars Park, Lund. The Swedish national curriculum is delivered with up to 50 percent of lessons taught in English. Teaching staff include qualified teachers from English-speaking countries, including Canada, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, contributing to a diverse school culture. The school has high academic ambitions in a safe, structured learning environment.

Community

Field trips and competitions are part of school life. Year 9 students participate in a workshop at the Vattenhallen Science Centre to begin the Spänningsökarna competition. Safety and literacy are emphasized as foundations for learning. The school provides a safe and calm environment where teachers can teach and students can learn.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The PTA is a community for all parents and school staff of Internationella Engelska Skolan in Lund. The PTA board consists of volunteering parents and class representatives are elected at the start of the school year; the board and class reps meet about six times during the school year. The PTA meeting is a forum for the PTA board, school management, class reps and invited guest speakers to discuss topics related to students, school and environment. The PTA works to make the students' time at school a fantastic memory for life, ensure staff feel respected and appreciated, and allow parents to support the school's development in many ways. Visit us on Facebook: PTA IES Lund. The PTA has an email address: pta.ieslund@gmail.com.

Facilities Overview

Internationella Engelska Skolan Lund is a bilingual school for students in years 4-9. The school uses the Swedish national curriculum and up to half the education is delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the United Kingdom, and South Africa. The school is a safe and calm environment where teachers can teach and students learn, and the school is committed to helping every child reach their full potential. The school has a library, an after-school program (Fritids) for care beyond the school day, a nutritious school lunch, and an active Parent Teacher Association that contributes to school life. The student health team works to promote students' learning, development and health as well as to prevent illness.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Fritids after-school care is available beyond the school day. The Parent Teacher Association is active and contributes to school life.

Academic & Intellectual

IES Lund is a bilingual school for students in years 4-9. The school is a safe and calm environment where teachers can teach and students learn, and it is committed to helping every child reach their full potential. We teach using the Swedish national curriculum, and up to half the education in our school is delivered through the English language by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the UK, and South Africa.

Cultural & Language

The school is bilingual, with up to half of the education delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the UK, and South Africa.

Social & Hobbies

Library provides a welcoming, quiet space for reading, studying, or homework. Fritids provides care for students beyond the school day.

Community & Service

The Parent Teacher Association is a busy and active community that contributes to school life.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school is a safe and calm environment for learning. A nutritious, healthy lunch plays an important role in a happy and productive day. Fritids provides care for students beyond the school day.

Admissions

1. Register your child in the queue. To place your child in the queue, you create an account on the school's website by logging in with BankID, where you enter your personal data. If you are missing a Swedish BankID, download the application form at the bottom of the page and email it to admissions. If you do not have a Swedish personal identification number, contact the school directly and staff will help you further. You must also select the school and input the intended start year and year level. 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. 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. Select school, start of the academic year, and year level. Keep in mind that children in Sweden usually start the pre-school class (förskoleklass) 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 the school's website and manage your information, such as your desired start year or adding siblings. 6. Admission Offer. If your child receives a placement offer, you log in to the queue login via BankID. After that, you make an active choice to confirm the offer. We will then send all the information you need before the start of school. 7. Don't have a Swedish BankID? Fill in the application form below and send it to the school you are applying to, either by email or by post.

Waitlist

Queue and sibling priority: Places are offered in order of queue date. The earlier you register your child in the queue, the greater the chance of being offered a place. The earliest you can register your child in the queue is 1 February in the year after they are born. Sibling priority may apply, provided the sibling is already enrolled at or still attending an IES school when the other child starts. Open houses and information evenings take place in early autumn. Intake starts in autumn, with first offers made to those families whose children have been in the queue the longest, or who already have a sibling in the school. Families are given a short time to decide whether to accept the place. A workshop day is held in spring for students who have accepted, and the term starts after the summer break.

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Katedralskolan Lund

Instructs in English

Ages 16 - 18 years

Pupils 1500

Type Co-educational

Katedralskolan Lund is situated in Lund's historic city center and serves students aged 16–18 with an IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) and a Bespoke Curriculum. The five pathways to knowledge and success include the Economics Program (EK), Natural Sciences (NA), Social Sciences (SA), and a History Specialization (Spetsutbildning i Historia), alongside the IBDP, which is taught in English with English-language materials. All subjects are delivered by highly educated teachers in a learning environment that combines charming premises with modern technology. The school maintains close cooperation with universities, businesses, non-profit organizations and cultural institutions, enriching coursework and opportunities. Extra-curricular life features a choir that contributes to campus culture, study trips, visits, events, cafe hangouts and excursions. Notable initiatives include Vintage Fair and the Environmental Achievement award (Miljö-bragden). The school marks its 932nd start of the school year, underscoring its long local tradition and commitment to preparing students for higher education.

Location

The school is located in central Lund, in the Katedralskolan block, bounded by Stora Södergatan, Svanegatan, Grönegatan and Drottensgatan. Address: Grönegatan 21, Lund 222 24.

Stages

Upper secondary (gymnasieskola) with four programs: Samhällsvetenskapsprogrammet (SA) including a specialized track in History; Ekonomiprogrammet (EK); Naturvetenskapsprogrammet (NA); and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) with a preparatory year (PDP).

Additional learning support

An elevhälsoteam for each program includes a deputy headteacher, school nurse, a special educator, a counselor, and study- and career-guidance staff. There is support and adjustments available, and external resources such as speech therapy or psychology can be engaged when needed.

School day structure

Expedition hours are 08:00–15:00. The 2026–2027 academic year runs autumn term 2026 (Aug 18–Dec 18; 82 school days) and spring term 2027 (Jan 7–Jun 11; 96 school days).

Bus service

Travel funding and bus card options are available: students with a travel distance over 6 km within Lund municipality can apply for a travel grant; a new bus card can be arranged via the expedition for Lund residents for a fee.

Application fees

- No application fee is charged for admission to Katedralskolan. Applications to Swedish gymnasieskolor are free.

Tuition fees by year group (Years 1–3 / full programme)

- There are no tuition fees for any year group at Katedralskolan. Upper‑secondary (gymnasie) education in Sweden is provided on an avgiftsfri (tuition‑free) basis for students; therefore no per‑term or per‑year tuition charges apply for the standard programmes.

Billing schedule and payment terms (for any optional charged items)

- Because there is no tuition or application charge, there is no regular tuition billing schedule for students.
- Optional, extracurricular or third‑party charges (see “Other costs” below) are invoiced separately according to the activity's rules. For example, municipal cultural/music activity fees are invoiced per term (spring and autumn) after admission; the municipal schedule lists term invoices for those activities.
- The municipality's standard invoice/payment processes apply to billed items: e‑invoice (e‑faktura), autogiro (direct debit) and bank‑giro/bank transfer are supported; invoices include a due date and late‑payment handling (reminder fees). Payment must be made according to the invoice terms shown on each bill.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Katedralskolan does not operate an on‑site boarding (internat) service and therefore does not charge boarding fees. Students who need housing on their study location may apply to their home municipality for inackorderingsbidrag (a boarding/housing grant to help cover housing costs); that support is administered separately by the municipality.

Other costs or fees (typical items parents should expect and how they are charged)

- Optional municipal cultural or music instruction (Kulturskolan / instrumental lessons): invoiced per term. Current municipal tariff examples (2026 schedule) include: Instrumentalundervisning — Spring term SEK 1,180; Autumn term SEK 1,210. Instrument hire — Spring SEK 510; Autumn SEK 525. Choir and singing group, group class and other cultural activity fees are listed per term in the municipal tariff. These are examples of chargeable optional activities that may be relevant to students.
- Study trips, voluntary excursions and extra‑curricular activities: where participation is genuinely voluntary a cost‑covering fee may be charged up to the activity's self‑cost; such charges are billed per activity and must be reasonable and clearly specified. Compulsory elements of coursework that are necessary for completion of the programme are not normally charged to the student.
- Specific course items for certain vocational subjects (protective clothing, specialist equipment) or external examination costs where those items are optional or related to non‑mandatory elements may generate charges; any charge must follow the rules in the Education Act and Skolverket guidance.
- School cinema, cultural visits and similar small event fees may be charged at modest per‑pupil rates as set in municipal rates (example: municipal school cinema tariff listed in the tariff document). Printing, replacement ID cards or lost library items may incur modest charges according to municipal rules.
- Uniforms: Katedralskolan does not require a school uniform; there is no standard uniform fee. (Standard municipal practice for Swedish gymnasieskolor is that no uniform is required and no uniform fee is imposed.)

Refund information (for any charged items)

- Because the core education is tuition‑free, refund rules do not apply to tuition. For optional, invoiced activities (for example Kulturskolan/music lessons or paid trips), refunds and cancellation rules follow the activity's stated terms. The municipal tariff indicates that term fees for cultural/music instruction are invoiced per term and that a cancellation/withdrawal fee may be applied if the participant does not cancel within the prescribed time. Refunds or partial refunds (where allowed) are handled according to the activity's published rules and the invoice wording.

Fee payment options (how billed charges are paid)

- Municipal billed items (optional activities, instrument hire, excursion invoices etc.) are payable via the municipality's standard channels: e‑faktura (e‑invoice via internet bank), autogiro (direct debit where offered), and bank‑giro/bank transfer using the giro number shown on the invoice. Invoices include a due date and instructions; missed payments are subject to the municipality's reminder procedures and fees. Specific school‑level payment methods (for small on‑site purchases) may vary by activity and will be shown on the invoice or payment notice.

Summary (practical points for parents)

- No application fee and no tuition fee for any year group at Katedralskolan.
- Optional activities (music lessons, instrument hire, trips, cultural visits) can generate term‑based or activity‑based charges; the municipal tariff gives concrete examples and exact term amounts for cultural/music offerings.
- Billed items are invoiced according to the activity's schedule (commonly per term for municipal cultural offers) and paid through the municipality's invoice channels (e‑faktura, autogiro or bank‑giro).

Curriculum

Five pathways to knowledge and success. We offer education of the highest quality, with great freedom in course choices and close cooperation with universities, companies and cultural institutions. Economics Program (EK): Focus on success, entrepreneurship and in-depth study. IB Diploma Programme (IBDP): A two-year program for students aged 16–19, preceded by a preparatory year; all subjects are taught in English with course materials in English. IB Diploma Programme (in English): The same program taught in English. Natural Sciences Program (NA): Prepares you to shape a changing world. Social Sciences Program (SA): For those who want to influence the world and understand how the world affects them. History Specialization (Spetsutbildning i Historia): A specialized variant of the Social Sciences program for those who want to know how things really were.

Higher Education Progression

Most IB students go on to higher education. In addition to being well prepared for Swedish university studies with a recognized IB grade scale, IB opens opportunities for higher studies around the world. IB's standard and grading are the same worldwide, ensuring quality of instruction and credibility; admissions offices around the world know what an IB student has achieved.

Facilities Overview

Located in Lund's historic city center, the school combines charming premises with modern technology and a stimulating study environment. The school has well-equipped facilities to support learning.

Academic Facilities

The school offers Ekonomiprogrammet (EK), IB Diploma Programme, Naturvetenskapsprogrammet (NA), Spetsutbildning i Historia, and Samhällsvetenskapsprogrammet (SA). Teaching is delivered by highly educated and experienced teachers and the learning environment benefits from well-equipped, technology-enabled facilities. The school maintains close collaboration with universities, businesses, non-profit organizations and cultural institutions.

Extra Curricular Facilities

By following our social media, you can see a broad range of activities at the school, including everyday lessons, exciting visits, study trips, events, cafe hangouts, and excursions. The school features a choir, Katedralskolan's choir, which performs and contributes to campus life.

Academic & Intellectual

Katedralskolan offers education of the highest quality. There is a high degree of freedom in course choices and close cooperation with universities, companies, non-profit organizations and cultural institutions. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme and is located in Lund's historic city center, combining charming premises with modern technology and a stimulating study environment.

Arts & Creative

Katedralskolan maintains a choir that performs choral music. Last spring, the choir recorded a commissioned piece titled Lundahyllning for Katedralskolan. Video content includes the Lundahymn and a welcome video, showcasing the choir's work.

Social & Hobbies

Everyday lessons, exciting visits, study trips, events, café hangs, and excursions are part of student life. Open house events are held for prospective students. The school uses social media to share updates from ongoing activities.

Leadership & Professional

Vintage Fair – for a sustainable schoolball. The municipal upper-secondary schools in Lund created Vintage Fair to provide graduates with a more sustainable celebration. For this initiative, the school has been awarded the municipality's Environmental Achievement award (Miljö‑bragden).

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Café hangs and excursions are part of student life. The school hosts events that provide social opportunities and a sense of community. The school maintains active social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to share these activities.

Admissions

1. Open houses and gymnasieval: Katedralskolan hosts an Open House once each autumn and spring to inform prospective students and guardians about the school and its programs, and to help with gymnasieval (high school choice). For the 2026–2027 school year, the school's open-house dates are October 15, 2026 and January 28, 2027. 2. Program options: The school offers several programs, including Ekonomiprogrammet (EK), Naturvetenskapsprogrammet (NA), Samhällsvetenskapsprogrammet (SA), the IB Diploma Programme, and a specialized History track (Spetsutbildning i Historia). A Pre Diploma Programme is also referenced in the program overview. 3. Reserve/admission process: If you are on reserve to enter or wish to transfer between schools, you should contact the Antagningsenheten (admissions unit) no later than September 15; contact details and answers to common questions are available via Skånegy. After September 15, you should contact the study- and career counselor for the program or school you want to switch to. 4. Start-of-term information and guardian meetings: The school provides information about start dates, upprop (orientation) for each year group, and information meetings for guardians. For autumn 2026, upprop for Year 1 and 2 occurs on August 18 and for Year 3 on August 19, with program-specific times published. Guardian information meetings are scheduled per program, with dates, times and locations published by the school. 5. Pre-start tasks and student services: Before the first day, families complete an online service (e-tjänst) to provide contact details for both student and guardians, log in to Edlevo (the school's digital platform), and set up access to digital tools; consent for photography can be given or declined; travel grants are available for those living more than six kilometers from the school; and information about school start and required forms is provided. 6. Ongoing admission-related support: The school lists additional information and dates related to the start of term, information meetings, and program-specific arrangements to help families prepare for enrollment.

Scholarships

Katedralskolans fonder och premier lists multiple school-based scholarships and prizes funded by dedicated funds and foundations. Notable funds include: Nils Almbergs stipendiefond (awards students with interest and good grades in philosophy, psychology, religious studies, social science, and history; in 2025, 166,000 SEK was distributed); Hulda och Harald Bruces stipendiefond (awards for Year 3 based on graduation results, presented at summer graduation); Häradsskrivaren Hans Collins stipendiefond (awards to financially disadvantaged students based on need); Professor Claes-Henrik Dohlmans premiefond (awards for excellence in the natural sciences, distributed at Christmas); Kattedralskolans kamratförenings stipendium i kemi till Stig Anderssons minne (chemistry premium awarded annually); Katedralskolans kamratförenings kulturstipendium (arts/culture premium awarded in May); Folke Ljungdahls stiftelse (awards to students who excel beyond grades, nominated by staff); Sture Ljungdahls premiefond (premier to students advancing to the highest level, distributed at Christmas); Stiftelsen Läroverksföreningens i Lund stipendiefond (historically for female students); Lennart Perssons generösa gåva and Lennartresan (travel/educational opportunities for science students); Victor Petréns stipendiefond (awards to a student in need or for travel/study opportunities); John Tandbergs premiefond (premier for top physics or chemistry students, distributed before summer closure); Ola Wistens minnesfond (fond created in memory of Ola Wisten, awarding top performing students with a medal and prize money). These funds are administered by a scholarship committee led by the principal, with representation from teaching staff and student welfare.

Waitlist

Reservantagning: If you are on a waiting list to gain entry or want to change schools, you should contact the admissions unit by September 15. You can find the admissions unit's contact details and answers to common questions on Skånegy. After September 15, contact the study- and career counselor for the program or school you wish to transfer to.

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Lund International School

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 16 years

Type Co-educational

Lund International School is an International Baccalaureate World School located near the city centre of Lund. It offers an international daycare from age 2 and a full IB continuum for children aged 3 to 16, including the Primary Years Programme and the Middle Years Programme. The Early Years Programme emphasizes play‑based inquiry and smoothly leads into the PYP, while the MYP uses eight subject groups, encourages inquiry and real‑world connections, and prepares students for the IB Diploma Programme and the IB Career-related Certificate. Authorized in May 2009, LIS serves a multicultural community with 52 nationalities represented and 41 languages spoken. The school maintains small class sizes and on‑site, freshly prepared lunches. The campus is easily accessible by bus, and within Lund Municipality there is no school fee for PYP and MYP. After‑school options include Fritids, with activities from 14:30 to 17:30, plus Holiday Fritids during breaks. A warm, supportive environment.

Location

The school is located at Warholms väg 3, 224 65 Lund, Sweden. It is in Lund, Sweden. The contact details are +46 (0) 46 888 8499 and admin@lundinternationalschool.se.

Stages

Early Years Programme; Primary Years Programme; Middle Years Programme; After School Programme.

Type

The school is an international school.

Country affiliation

Sweden

Application fees

- No separate application fee is charged for admission to Lund International School; there is an online application process for admission and no published per-application charge is shown.

Tuition and tuition by year group (per term / per academic year)

- Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), students resident in Lund Municipality: SEK 0 per term / SEK 0 per academic year (no school tuition charged). This applies to PYP and MYP students who are resident in Lund municipality.

- Preschool / Early Years (children from age 2–3 entering preschool): fee is charged as a percentage of the family's combined gross income under the municipal child‑care fee system. The stated rate for preschool placements at Lund International School is 2.4% of combined household income; the municipal cap (maxtaxa) framework applies and the school quotes a maximum of 1,089 SEK per month for preschool placements. Preschool fees are therefore expressed and billed as a monthly amount derived from that percentage and cap.

- International daycare (daycare separate from preschool): fee is charged as a percentage of the family's combined gross income; the school states 3% of combined income for the international daycare programme. Maxtaxa rules for municipal child‑care apply to these charges. Daycare fees are therefore calculated as a monthly amount based on that percentage within the municipal cap framework.

- Students whose families live outside Lund Municipality: an IB (international school) fee is applied from PYP1 and up for non‑resident families. The school's published information confirms that an IB fee is levied for families living outside Lund's municipality boundaries (the school states that Lund residents do not pay a school fee while out‑of‑municipality families pay an IB fee from PYP1 upward). Specific nominal amounts for the out‑of‑municipality IB fee by year group or per term are set by the school/municipal arrangements and are not given as a flat published per‑year figure in the school's admissions material.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Preschool and daycare charges are calculated under the municipal maxtaxa system (percentage of combined gross household income with statutory monthly maximums) and are billed on a monthly basis according to municipal practice for child‑care fees. The maxtaxa framework and monthly billing for municipal child‑care apply to preschool/daycare placements. For PYP and MYP students resident in Lund municipality there is no tuition invoiced.

- For families living outside Lund Municipality who are charged an IB fee, billing frequency and payment terms follow the school's published admissions/administration arrangements for non‑resident fees (IB fee invoicing is handled through the school's administration).

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Lund International School operates day programmes (Early Years / Preschool, PYP and MYP) for children aged roughly 2–16 and does not offer boarding.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Meals: Healthy lunches are prepared daily in the school's on‑site kitchen and are provided as part of the school day for pupils. Municipal schools in Sweden supply school meals as part of school operations. Any additional costs for special on‑campus events, trips or optional activities may be charged separately under school or municipal activity rules.

- Extracurricular activities / holiday fritids: The school offers an After School Programme (fritids) and Holiday Fritids; participation and holiday registration arrangements are described by the school. Fees for optional holiday care or extra‑curricular activities are managed according to the school's enrolment and municipal fee rules for child‑care and fritids.

- Uniforms and school clothing: The school's published programme information makes no standard uniform requirement; normal day clothing and appropriate outdoor wear are used for pupils. Lunch and routine school provisions are organised through the school's on‑site kitchen.

- Transport: School transport / school‑bus arrangements and any transport charges are governed by municipal rules for pupil transport where applicable and are not included in the municipal/tuition items noted above; such costs are treated separately if they apply.

Refund information and fee adjustments

- Child‑care (preschool/daycare/fritids) fees and any adjustments are administered under the municipal maxtaxa and municipal fee control rules; billing corrections or fee adjustments are handled through the municipal/school administrative procedures used for municipal child‑care. Fee control and adjustments follow municipal rules for calculating and reconciling income‑based charges. For PYP and MYP students resident in Lund municipality there is no tuition to refund.

Fee payment options

- Fees and invoices for preschool, daycare and any charged IB fees are handled through the school's administrative billing system; municipal child‑care billing is normally processed as monthly invoices under municipal billing systems. Standard municipal payment channels (electronic invoicing / bank transfer and municipal invoicing procedures) are used for municipal fees; specific permitted payment methods for IB fee invoices (for out‑of‑municipality families) are provided by the school's administration when invoicing.

Notes for practical use in a parent‑facing database entry (declarative statements):

- Residents of Lund Municipality (PYP and MYP): no tuition charged (SEK 0 per term / per year).
- Preschool: charged as 2.4% of combined household income, maxtaxa applies; the school quotes a maximum of 1,089 SEK per month for preschool. Fees are calculated monthly.
- International Daycare: charged as 3% of combined household income (maxtaxa framework applies); fees are calculated monthly.
- Out‑of‑municipality families (PYP1 and up): an IB fee is applied; the school administers IB fee invoicing for non‑resident families.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Early Years Programme centers play-based exploration and inquiry at the heart of learning. Social skills development through units of inquiry and the IB learner profiles guides the beginning of the Primary Years Programme. The IB aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who become active, compassionate lifelong learners who understand that others with differences can also be right. Early learning in the PYP is a holistic learning experience that integrates socio-emotional, physical and cognitive development. The After School Programme provides a safe environment where students can develop social, language and communication skills, build self-confidence, and practice independent thinking, while the school emphasizes democratic values, equal rights and mutual respect.

Mental Wellbeing

The Early Years Programme provides a holistic learning experience that integrates socio-emotional development with physical and cognitive growth. The IB framework aims to develop caring, knowledgeable young people who become active, compassionate lifelong learners who understand that others with differences can also be right. Learning occurs through relationships with peers, teachers, family and community members, supporting emotional wellbeing. In the PYP classroom, environments promote play, discovery and exploration that support mental wellbeing. The After School Programme offers a safe environment to develop social and language skills, build self-confidence and practice independent thinking, contributing to students' mental wellbeing.

History

Lund International School is an International Baccalaureate World School, authorized in May 2009. It offers the Primary Years Programme and the Middle Years Programme for students from 3 to 16 years old, and includes an international daycare for children from age 2 and up. It was founded by Melani Moniharapon. Located close to the city centre of Lund and accessible by bus, the school serves a multicultural community.

Community

Lund International School is a meeting place for students from different cultural backgrounds. Our multicultural community offers many opportunities to celebrate diversity and share different perspectives. Through international education, LIS prepares students to play a role in a globalized world where intercultural understanding and respect is paramount. The stimulating learning environment that LIS provides supports the students' individual development.

Facilities Overview

Lund International School is an International Baccalaureate World School, authorized in May 2009. It offers the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme for students aged 3 to 16, and includes an international daycare where children from age 2 can start. The school has small class sizes and a structured, welcoming atmosphere. Healthy lunches are freshly prepared on-site in the school kitchen. It is located close to the city centre of Lund and is easily accessible by bus; within Lund Municipality there is no school fee for PYP and MYP.

Extra Curricular Facilities

After School Programme at LIS is called Fritids, meaning Leisure time in Swedish. It provides a safe environment where students develop social, language and communication skills and build self-confidence and independent thinking. The program offers a variety of activities and emphasizes democratic values, equal rights and mutual respect. Fritids runs daily from 14:30 to 16:00, with snacks provided, and the school closes at 17:30. Holiday Fritids is available during school breaks, with registration via Google Form.

Academic & Intellectual

Lund International School is an International Baccalaureate World School, authorised in May 2009. It offers the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme for students aged 3 to 16, with an international daycare for children from age 2. The school has small class sizes and a structured yet warm and welcoming atmosphere. Healthy lunches are freshly prepared on-site every day.

Cultural & Language

Lund International School hosts a multicultural community with 52 nationalities represented and 41 languages spoken. This global diversity informs daily life and learning at LIS.

Social & Hobbies

Lund International School offers an After School Programme called Fritids, meaning 'Leisure time' in Swedish. It provides a safe environment where students develop social, language and communication skills, build self-confidence and practice independent thinking. A variety of activities is offered and the programme emphasizes democratic values, equal rights and mutual respect. Fritids runs from 14:30 to 17:30 and includes snacks; Holiday Fritids is available during school breaks.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Healthy lunches are prepared on-site daily. Snacks are served during Fritids and the After School Programme supports student wellbeing and healthy routines.

Admissions

Lund International School is an IB World School offering Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme for students aged 3 to 16, with an international daycare for children from age 2. The school is located near the centre of Lund and is accessible by bus routes 1, 6 and 171. There is no school fee for families living in Lund Municipality; preschool fees are 2.4% of combined income, with a monthly maximum of 1089 SEK. Admissions criteria follow Swedish law for international schools and define eligibility as: living temporarily in Sweden, having previously followed an international curriculum abroad and benefiting from continuing at an international school, or families living in Sweden who will move abroad soon; and the main home language being English with sufficient English to participate in lessons. If eligible but places are full, priority is based on waiting queue status and the presence of siblings at LIS. Applications are submitted online; documents may be requested (proof of temporary stay, proof of plans to move abroad, latest report card, and possibly a meeting). Having a place at the preschool does not automatically guarantee a place at the school.

Waitlist

Priority for admission is based on waiting queue status and presence of siblings at LIS.

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