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Sweden has 3 international schools matching the sen / special education category, offering families genuine choice across different price points and locations.
Compare 3 SEN / Special Education international schools in Sweden. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SEK 7,767), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Nordic International School Essingen is a British-inspired primary school in Stockholm's Stora Essingen, opened in 2022. It serves students in grades 4–9 (ages 9–15) with an international profile and a bilingual environment. English is used in daily life, with Swedish and international teachers; as students progress, more instruction occurs in English. The curriculum blends a Swedish comprehensive framework with international elements, and teaching follows Rosenshine's principles, using printed textbooks alongside digital tools. Core aims are order, community, and safety, embedded in a structured learning environment designed to support knowledge development and social skills. The rector is Callie Carning. Facilities include a sports hall, a schoolyard, dining room, and classrooms. A House system fosters belonging, leadership, and school-wide activities. Progress is monitored closely, with Year 9 students aiming to leave as competent, confident global citizens. Language development and research-based pedagogy are key features, with a strong emphasis on community and wellbeing.
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.
Nordic International School Nacka is a Swedish comprehensive school with an international profile for students in grades F–9, located in Nacka. It operates on a bespoke curriculum designed to blend Swedish schooling with international perspectives, including up to half of teaching in English as students progress. Founded in 2023, the school emphasizes three pillars: World-class teaching, Order and tidiness, and Nordic Spirit. The teaching is evidence-based and draws on practices from leading schools, with a bilingual environment that uses Swedish and international teachers. In fall 2025, the school opened its doors for F-3, extending coverage to younger ages and creating a continuous F–9 provision. Facilities include classrooms, a library, a recreation room, and spaces for school meals, with a main entrance and houses as part of the campus. English usage increases with age, and the school places strong emphasis on safety, structure, and a sense of community to support well-being.
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