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📚 Learning Specialist 🧩 Behaviour Specialist

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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Internationella Engelska Skolan Landskrona

📚 Learning Specialist 🧩 Behaviour Specialist

Instructs in English, Swedish

Pupils 604

Type Co-educational

Internationella Engelska Skolan Landskrona is a Swedish-British bilingual school serving years F-9. Opened in August 2017 in the Borstahusen district near the Öresund Strait, the campus offers newly built, modern facilities and a safe, structured learning environment. The school combines the Swedish curriculum with instruction in English, with up to 50 percent of lessons taught in English, preparing students for further study and international opportunities. The school draws staff from around the world, exposing learners to varied teaching styles and English-speaking academic norms. It currently educates around 600 students with two classes per year level from F-class to Year 9, and emphasizes an academic standard that is rigorous and rewarding. The school runs Fritids after school and Junior Club activities, including arts, music, dance, baking and board games, supporting social development, curiosity, and collaboration. Additionally, Dansa För Livet promotes awareness, while Career Counseling supports study choices and Year 8–9 internships.

Location

IES Landskrona is located at Havsgatan 1, Landskrona, 26161, Sweden. It sits in the Borstahusen neighbourhood, close to the Öresund Strait. The campus features newly built modern facilities and provides a safe, structured learning environment where every student is seen and supported to reach their full potential.

Stages

F-9 (Preschool class to Year 9)

Country affiliation

Sweden

School day structure

08:00 begins with a welcome from the principal at the gate, with students lining up quietly before being greeted by their teacher. Lunch is at 12:00. After the school day, younger students may attend Fritids or Junior Club, and teacher-led academic surgeries are available for extra help.

Application fees
- There is no application fee to join Internationella Engelska Skolan Landskrona. Applications are handled through the SchoolSoft queue system (BankID log-in for Swedish applicants).

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Internationella Engelska Skolan Landskrona is a compulsory (F–9) day school and does not charge tuition for any year group. There are no per‑term or per‑year tuition charges for F–9 education.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Because there is no tuition to bill for compulsory F–9 education, there is no tuition billing schedule or termly tuition payment requirement. For any chargeable services that may apply (for example after‑school care / fritids or optional paid activities), billing and payment timing follow the applicable municipal rules or the school's invoicing practice; after‑school (fritids) fees are normally billed on a recurring (typically monthly) schedule under municipal maxtaxa arrangements.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable. IES Landskrona is a day school (F–9) and does not operate a boarding provision; therefore there are no boarding fees.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, meals, materials, trips, extracurriculars)
- School meals: Pupils in compulsory school in Sweden are provided with a free school lunch; no charge for the daily school meal is levied for F–9 pupils.
- After‑school care (Fritids): A parental fee can apply for places in fritids; such fees are subject to municipal regulations (maxtaxa) and may vary by municipality and family income.
- Teaching materials and textbooks: Basic books, essential teaching materials and other required aids for the education are provided without charge as part of the funded compulsory education; incidental minor costs for voluntary or special activities can occur.
- School trips, clubs and optional activities: Optional excursions, after‑school clubs or special activity fees (when offered) may be charged separately; these charges are normally voluntary and invoiced per activity or term. Typical small voluntary payments within Swedish schools (parent‑association items, optional club fees) are handled separately from tuition.
- Uniforms: No boarding or mandatory uniform arrangement applies for this F–9 day school; any voluntary school‑branded clothing or parent‑association purchases are treated as optional and billed separately if they exist.

Refund information
- Tuition refunds: Not applicable because no tuition is charged for compulsory F–9 education.
- Paid services and optional activity refunds: Refunds, pro‑rata charges and cancellation rules for paid services (for example a fritids place or an optional activity) are handled according to the invoicing terms for that service and the municipal/school rules that apply; municipal fritids systems commonly apply notice periods and pro‑rata rules when a place is cancelled.

Fee payment options
- For the small number of services that may be charged (fritids, trips, clubs, parent‑association items), common Swedish payment channels are used: invoice / bank transfer (bankgiro/plusgiro), e‑invoice (e‑faktura), autogiro (direct debit) and Swish for smaller voluntary payments. Credit/debit card acceptance for school charges varies by school or activity and is not used for statutory tuition (which is not charged). Specific payment methods for any billed item are stated on the invoice or activity registration.

Food Options

Lunch is nutritious and high-quality, with a vegetarian option and the ability to cater to allergies. For medical dietary needs, the special diet and a certificate from a doctor or dietician should be submitted to the school nurse, and guardians are responsible for keeping information up to date. School lunch is free of charge.

House System

Pupils belong to one of four houses: Dragon, Lion, Eagle or Griffin. The houses create a sense of belonging across year levels, including in a ongoing House Competition. Each house earns points for good behavior and for participating in school-wide events.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned by Internationella Engelska Skolan i Sverige Holdings II AB (publ.) and is part of the Internationella Engelska Skolan network.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

IES Landskrona provides a safe, calm environment that supports students' social and emotional development. Relationships are at the heart of the school, with a focus on building trust, encouraging friendships, and ensuring every student feels seen and valued. The school emphasizes an orderly and respectful atmosphere as a foundation for learning and personal growth. Students benefit from a dynamic, internationally-influenced learning community that supports academic and personal development daily. After the school day, Fritids offers supervised activities in a safe environment that promotes social and personal development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides student health and support services including school counselors, a school psychologist, and special educators. This team works to identify needs quickly and provide appropriate support to help all students thrive. The environment is designed to be safe and structured to support diverse learning needs. The emphasis is on early identification and coordinated support to enable students to participate fully in school life.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is bilingual, combining Swedish curriculum with instruction in English and Swedish, with up to 50 percent of lessons taught in English.

Mental Wellbeing

Fritids provides safe after-school activities that support social and personal development. The health initiative Move with IES equips students for a healthier life. Dansa För Livet is a school-wide program to raise mental health awareness and promote wellbeing.

Safeguarding

A safe, orderly environment is a core part of learning; order, structure and safety underpin student growth. The school emphasizes that relationships and a sense of security enable students to learn effectively.

Facilities Overview

IES Landskrona is an F-9 school with a safe and calm environment where teachers can teach and students can learn. By combining the Swedish curriculum with teaching in English and Swedish, with up to 50 percent of lessons taught in English, the school provides a strong foundation for further studies and career opportunities. The school is located in Borstahusen, near the Öresund Strait, and offers newly built modern facilities with a safe, structured learning environment where every student is seen and supported to reach their full potential.

Academic Facilities

Newly built modern facilities support learning in a safe and structured environment.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Fritids – after-school programme offers meaningful activities in a safe environment that supports social and personal development.

Arts & Creative

Junior Club provides after-school activities including arts and crafts, music and dance, baking, and board games. These activities support creative expression and collaboration among students from different classes. Fritids offers field trips and activities that foster curiosity and learning.

Cultural & Language

The school is bilingual, combining the Swedish curriculum with teaching in English and Swedish, with up to 50 percent of lessons taught in English. This exposes students to both languages within an international environment. Internationella Engelska Skolan is a Swedish school with an international profile.

Social & Hobbies

Junior Club offers after-school activities to actively engage students and help them socialise with peers from other classes. Activities include sports tournaments and gym games, arts and crafts, music and dance, baking, and board games. Fritids supports social development through safe, structured activities and field trips.

Community & Service

Dansa För Livet is a nationwide project the school participates in to promote mental health awareness and foster a supportive school environment. The theme for this year, Levels of Joy, encourages students to reflect on the different forms joy can take. By exploring how daily habits, physical activity, and strong relationships affect well-being, students learn tools to navigate life's ups and downs. Participation reinforces pastoral care and student well-being.

Leadership & Professional

Career Counseling (SYV) provides impartial guidance on future study and upper secondary school choices. In Year 8, students are prepared for a one-week internship; in Year 9, they have a week-long internship in the fall. The counselor conducts individual talks and classroom sessions to build career management skills, and guardians are welcome to discuss internships and options with the school.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Fritids offers before and after-school care for grades F-3. It is bilingual and works closely with other departments. Staff arrange activities and field trips, and students can socialise and form friendships. A Junior Club for grades 4-6 provides after-school activities including sports, arts and crafts, music and dance, baking, and board games. Breakfast is served at fritids, and an afternoon snack is provided for students attending either fritids or Junior Club after school, with homework support available.

Admissions

1. The school uses a queue system for admissions. Each school has its own queue, and the process follows a first-come, first-served principle, which is considered the fairest. Sibling priority applies, meaning a sibling must be currently enrolled or accepted at IES before the next sibling can begin. Add the sibling1s personal identity number to the profile. You do not gain priority for other schools simply by being in the queue or by having a place at an IES school.

Scholarships

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Waitlist

2. If you decline a place, you lose your position in the queue and the offer moves on to the next person. If you change your mind later, you may submit a new queue registration.

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Internationella Engelska Skolan Österåker

📚 Learning Specialist 🧩 Behaviour Specialist

Instructs in Swedish, English

Type Co-educational

Internationella Engelska Skolan Österåker is a bilingual primary and middle school for students in years F through 9, located at Bergavägen 31, Åkersberga, Sweden. The school follows the Swedish national curriculum while integrating international-style teaching, with up to half of lessons delivered in English by qualified teachers from Canada, the USA, and the UK. Established in 2024, the campus serves about 530 students, providing a compact, community-focused environment. A closed campus ensures safety during recess and breaks, while the school library offers a quiet space for reading and study. Fritids provides after-school care, and nutritious lunches support a productive day. The Parent Teacher Association is active, contributing to school life and community. The school aims to help every student succeed and to prepare them for higher education, working life, and participation in society. The curriculum blends Swedish strengths with international-style teaching to prepare students for a global future in life.

Location

IES Österåker is located at Bergavägen 31, 18433 Åkersberga, Sweden. The school is bilingual, with up to 50% of lessons taught in English. Year Groups are F-9.

Stages

F-9

Additional learning support

Support and regular feedback to help every student reach their full potential.

Country affiliation

Sweden

Application fees
- No application or enrolment fee is charged for admission to Internationella Engelska Skolan Österåker.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)
- Compulsory schooling (Years 1–9) at Internationella Engelska Skolan Österåker is provided without tuition charge: SEK 0 per term / SEK 0 per school year. There is no routine tuition invoice for these year groups.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no billing schedule or payment term for tuition because compulsory-school tuition is not charged. For any voluntary or occasional charges (see “Other costs”), invoices or payment requests are issued and administered by the school's administration. Contact details for the school administration are available for payment queries.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable. Internationella Engelska Skolan Österåker operates as a local day school and does not have boarding provision; therefore no boarding fees apply.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, trips, materials, clubs)
- School meals: pupils in compulsory school are offered school meals at no cost.
- Voluntary activities, school trips, optional excursions, special events, some extracurricular clubs or particular materials may incur separate, voluntary charges. Such charges are occasional and charged only for optional items or activities; parents are not required to pay for compulsory tuition or core learning materials. When these voluntary costs occur they are normally billed separately by the school.
- Uniforms: no universal school uniform fee is charged by default; if any uniform or branded clothing is offered for purchase, that cost would be optional and billed separately by the supplier or school.

Refund information
- Because there are no application or tuition charges for compulsory years, there is no tuition- or application-fee refund policy to apply. Refund rules for any voluntary payments (for example paid trips or purchased items) depend on the specific activity or supplier and are handled on a case-by-case basis by the school administration.

Fee payment options (how payments are normally accepted for any voluntary charges)
- No tuition payments are required. For occasional voluntary charges, common payment methods used in Sweden and typically available to organisations include invoice (bank transfer), Swish (mobile payment), and card payments; individual arrangements and exact accepted methods for a given charge are set by the school's administration and shown on the invoice or payment request. Parents should use the school administration's payment instructions for each charge.

Food Options

On-site kitchen and meals are prepared on site daily. Lunch is provided free with multiple options, including a vegetarian choice, and dietary needs can be accommodated. For medical-based special diets, a diet list and a doctor's or dietitian's certificate must be provided to the school nurse; guardians must keep information up to date.

House System

IES Österåker has a three-House system: Tunaborgen (red), Alcea (blue), and Vasa (white). The Houses run vertically from Kindergarten to Year 9 to foster cross-age interaction, with students earning merits through House Pride (P.R.I.D.E.) and competing for a House Trophy. Houses are led by Staff House Captains and Student House Leaders who sit on the Student Council.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of four members elected by the annual general meeting. Paradigm Capital has been the majority owner since 2020.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school creates a safe, calm environment with clear rules and expectations to support learning and personal development. It emphasizes discipline and respect as foundations for student growth and high aspirations.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

A student health team supports learning, development and health, including medicine, psychology, psychosocial support and special education. Patient confidentiality is observed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The curriculum follows the Swedish national curriculum with up to half of teaching delivered in English. Qualified teachers from English-speaking countries, including Canada, the USA and the UK, lead instruction. Up to 50% of lessons are taught in English in a bilingual setting.

Mental Wellbeing

The student health team works to promote learning, development and health and provides preventative and responsive support. The team collaborates with staff and external services as needed. Confidentiality is maintained.

Safeguarding

The school maintains a safe and secure environment with disciplined, orderly routines. Access is controlled with a manned reception and visitors must register. Safeguarding policies and procedures guide practice to protect students.

Community

Internationella Engelska Skolan Österåker is a bilingual school for students in years F-9. The Swedish national curriculum is taught and up to half the education in the school is delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the USA, and the UK. The school believes every child can succeed and supports every student to reach their full potential, with clear rules and expectations that establish a safe and stimulating schooling environment and prepare students for higher education, working life and society. At IES Österåker there is a closed campus; recess and breaks are supervised by adults to ensure the campus is safe.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The PTA is busy and active and contributes so much to school life. The PTA works with class representatives and the school to ensure that students have the best conditions to thrive and succeed in school. It is an important focus group that allows everyone involved to share ideas and discuss how the school can become even better. The PTA also arranges events which add to school life, including educational seminars, parties for students, and trips. If you are interested in joining the PTA please contact us at Iesosterakerpta@gmail.com.

Academic & Intellectual

Internationella Engelska Skolan Österåker is a bilingual school for students in years F-9. 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 USA, and the UK. The school aims to help every student succeed and prepares them for higher education, working life and society.

Cultural & Language

The school is bilingual, offering instruction in Swedish and English. English-language instruction is delivered by teachers from English-speaking countries, and the school uses the Swedish national curriculum.

Community & Service

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

Leadership & Professional

The principal leads to create a safe, calm environment where teachers can teach and students can learn. All staff pull together to create the best learning environment.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Fritids provides care for students beyond the school day. The campus at IES Österåker is closed, with recess and breaks supervised by adults to ensure safety.

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Internationella Engelska Skolan Täby

📚 Learning Specialist 🧩 Behaviour Specialist

Instructs in Swedish, English

Ages 10 - 15 years

Pupils 1306

Type Co-educational

Internationella Engelska Skolan Täby, located at Nytorpsvägen 7, 183 71 Näsbypark, Stockholm County, is a bilingual school for students in years 4–9 (approximately ages 10–15). It follows the Swedish national curriculum, with up to half of instruction delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the USA, and the UK. The school supports Swedish learners while enriching language development and cultural awareness through English-language immersion. It offers Cambridge IGCSE as an external qualification pathway and is an accredited Cambridge Associate, enabling students to study for and sit Cambridge IGCSE exams at IES schools. Extracurriculars include the Junior Club, offering sport tournaments, gymnastics, arts and crafts, music, and dance. The school has earned the Role Model for Chess in Schools diploma. Pastoral care focuses on social and emotional well-being in a safe, calm environment, and a Parent Teacher Association actively contributes to school life.

Location

The school is located at Nytorpsvägen 7, 183 71 Näsbypark, Stockholm County, Sweden.

Stages

The school has year groups 4-9. It is bilingual, with up to half the education delivered in English. The Swedish national curriculum is taught.

Type

The school is a bilingual school.

Country affiliation

The school is in Sweden.

Application fees
- There is no application fee to register or to be placed in the IES Täby queue. Applications are made via the IES queue system (SchoolSoft) using BankID or by submitting the printable application form; no charge is taken for applying or for queue placement.

Tuition fees by year group (academic year 2026/27)
- Year groups: 4–9 (IES Täby is a Years 4–9 school).
- Tuition: SEK 0 per term and SEK 0 per year for all compulsory year groups (Years 4–9). Education in the compulsory school forms in Sweden is provided free of charge; no tuition is billed for these year groups.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Because there is no tuition charge for Years 4–9, there is no tuition billing schedule or term invoicing for compulsory schooling at IES Täby.
- Any optional or voluntary costs (see "Other costs") are billed separately by the activity organiser or by third-party vendors and are payable according to those organisers' or vendors' stated terms. Applications and queue placement are not billed.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- IES Täby is a day school for Years 4–9 and does not operate boarding provision; there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and fees
- School lunch: School lunches are provided free of charge.
- School clothes / branded garments: The school runs periodic school-clothes orders via a webshop; purchases and any customisation (for example, individual name printing) are paid by guardians (example: name printing noted at SEK 50). These purchases are optional and are invoiced/collected by the external supplier.
- Voluntary school activities and trips: Occasional voluntary activities (for example certain school trips, museum visits or similar) may require voluntary contributions from guardians; such contributions must be voluntary, open to all students, and limited to the organiser's actual cost (they must not constitute repeated compulsory charges). Guardians may therefore incur modest, one-off costs for some trips or excursions.
- After‑school services (fritids/open activities): Where after‑school or open fritids services are provided and charged, fees are subject to the municipal rules (maxtaxa) or must be reasonable as required by Swedish regulations. Guardians may therefore face fees for certain childcare or open‑activity services in line with statutory limits.

Refund information
- There are no tuition or application payments to refund for compulsory Years 4–9.
- For optional paid items (for example school‑clothes purchases) or voluntary activity contributions, refund and cancellation terms are determined by the vendor or the activity organiser; voluntary school activities are charged only for actual cost and are intended to be voluntary. For statutory rules on permitted charges and voluntary contributions in compulsory schooling, see the national regulations.

Fee payment options
- There are no tuition payments to make for Years 4–9; the admissions/queue process uses BankID for account and application management.
- Optional purchases (school clothes, extras) and voluntary activity payments are handled and collected by the supplier or activity organiser; payment methods and timing follow the supplier's/organiser's stated checkout or invoicing options. Example: school‑clothes orders are placed via the external webshop and follow that vendor's payment process.

Uniform Requirement

Dress code: dress appropriately for school and work. Hats and hoods indoors are not worn.

Food Options

Lunch is nutritious and provided at all IES schools, with a choice of meals including a vegetarian option. The schools cater to allergies, and students on medical diets can provide a certificate from a doctor or dietician. Lunch is free of charge.

Governance and Ownership

Paradigm Capital is the majority owner of Internationella Engelska Skolan since 2020. Barbara Bergström is the founder. Paradigm has been a shareholder since 2016, and the company is governed by a board of directors.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social development is supported by a whole team to support and challenge students. A safe and orderly environment is a prerequisite for learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The student health team includes elements of medicine, psychology, psychosocial support and special education. Staff attend student health team meetings and collaborate with other school staff and external actors including the county health service and social services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Internationella Engelska Skolan Täby is a bilingual school for students in years 4-9. The Swedish national curriculum is taught, and up to half of the education is delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the USA and the UK.

Mental Wellbeing

The student health team promotes students' learning, development and health and works to prevent illness. The team has preventive and responsive roles, including elements of medicine, psychology, psychosocial support and special education.

Safeguarding

The student health team collaborates with other staff and external actors including county health services and social services. Patient confidentiality is observed and is governed by the Education Act (Skollagen) and the Patient Safety Act (Patientsäkerhetslagen).

Facilities Overview

IES Täby 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. We teach using the Swedish national curriculum. Up to half the education in our school is delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the USA, and the UK.

Academic Facilities

The school follows the Swedish national curriculum, with up to half of instruction delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the USA, and the UK.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The school is bilingual and has been honoured with the 'Role Model for Chess in Schools' diploma.

Academic & Intellectual

Cambridge IGCSE is offered as an external qualification pathway. Internationella Engelska Skolan Täby participates in the Cambridge framework as an accredited Cambridge Associate, allowing students to study for and sit Cambridge IGCSE exams at most IES schools.

Arts & Creative

Junior Club offers after-school activities that include sport tournaments, gymnastics, arts and crafts, music and dance. The program is designed to be fun, stimulating, and to promote children's curiosity and willingness to learn.

Cultural & Language

Internationella Engelska Skolan Täby is a bilingual school for students in years 4-9. Up to half of the education is delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the USA, and the UK.

Social & Hobbies

Junior Club is a bilingual, pedagogical centre that operates closely with other departments at the school. It is a safe and fun place for students to spend time after school, with staff arranging activities and field trips and students can play games and make new friends from other classes. Opening times run after the last lesson until 17:00 for grades 4-6. An afternoon snack is provided and students can complete their homework with help from staff.

Leadership & Professional

A busy and active Parent Teacher Association contributes to school life.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Pastoral care focuses on the social and emotional well-being of students, creating an environment where every student feels seen, valued and included. An after-school snack is provided for Junior Club attendees.

Admissions

1. Register your child in the queue. The school requires an account on the website and a BankID login to enter personal data. If a Swedish BankID is not available, download the application form from the page bottom and email it to admissions. If the child does not have a Swedish personal identity number, contact admissions directly for assistance. 2. Verify your email. The next step is to confirm the email address. Check your spam folder if the confirmation email is not received. Once the email is confirmed, you can proceed with the application. 3. Provide information. The child's personal identity number (YYYYMMDD-NNNN) must be provided, and siblings can be added to the application for potential priority. Guardians' contact details must be registered (if a place is offered, all guardians must accept before the child can start). Guardian 2 will receive a verification email. Select the school, start of the academic year, and year level. In Sweden, children typically start förskoleklass in the year they turn six. 4. Queue placement confirmation. All registered guardians will receive a confirmation email once a queue place has been created for the child. 5. Manage your application. Guardians can log in to update information, such as the desired start year or adding siblings. 6. Admission Offer. If a placement is offered, log in to the queue system with BankID and actively confirm the offer. The school will then send all the information needed before the start of the school year. If BankID is not available, the application form can be submitted by email or post to the school. The information above is provided by the IES Täby admissions materials.

Waitlist

Queue places are offered in order of queue date. The earlier the child is registered in the queue, the greater the chance of receiving a place. The earliest registration date is 1 February in the year after the child is born. Sibling priority may apply if the sibling is already enrolled at or attending an IES school when the other child starts. If a placement is offered, guardians must accept before the start date.

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Katedralskolan Uppsala

📚 Learning Specialist 🧩 Behaviour Specialist

Instructs in Swedish, English

Pupils 1400

Type Co-educational

Located in Uppsala, Katedralskolan is a municipal upper secondary school with a history dating to 1246. The building, inaugurated in 1869 and renovated in 2019, hosts modern laboratories and equipped classrooms. The school offers the Swedish national upper-secondary programmes, including Barn- och fritidsprogrammet, Naturvetenskapsprogrammet, Humanistiska programmet, Samhällsvetenskapsprogrammet, Language Introduction (IMS), and Several Electives. It also runs the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with a Pre-Diploma year in Year 10 and DP1/DP2 in Years 11–12. DP entry requires six subjects from six groups and passing grades in English, Mathematics, and Social Studies. Group 1–6 options include Swedish, English, and a Self-taught Language A; Group 2 languages include English, Swedish, French, German, Spanish; Group 4 sciences; Group 5 Mathematics; Group 6 the Arts or alternatives. The school is an IB World School with facilities, on-site library, and diverse clubs spanning mathematics, science, music, and languages. The school welcomes students from Sweden and abroad.

Location

Visiting address: Skolgatan 2, Uppsala. Postal address: 753 75 Uppsala. The school is located in Uppsala, Sweden.

Stages

Upper secondary education (gymnasium) with several programs: Barn- och fritidsprogrammet (Child and Leisure Programme); Naturvetenskapsprogrammet (Natural Sciences Programme); Humanistiska Programmet (Humanities Programme) with inriktningar Kultur (Culture) and Språk (Language); Samhällsvetenskapsprogrammet (Social Sciences Programme); International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme; Språkintroduktion (IMS) Language Introduction; and Introduktionsprogram.

Type

Municipal upper secondary school

Application fees
- There is no application fee for entry to Katedralskolan for applicants applying through the regular Swedish admissions processes (including the Dexter application for Uppsala‑region Pre‑DP applicants).

Tuition fees by year group (Per term / Per year)
- Year 10 (Pre‑DP): No tuition charge per term or per year. Education on the national/municipal upper‑secondary programmes (including the Pre‑DP structure used at Katedralskolan) is provided without tuition fees.
- Year 11 (DP1) and Year 12 (DP2): No tuition charge per term or per year for students enrolled in the Diploma Programme through the municipal school. Education at Katedralskolan for these year groups is not billed as tuition.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school does not issue tuition invoices for regular students. For any optional or chargeable services administered by the municipality (for example certain extracurricular activities, municipal housing, or other fee‑based services), invoices are issued and can be handled via the municipality's standard channels (e‑invoice, regular invoice and similar municipal payment arrangements). Payment terms for municipal invoices follow Uppsala municipality's billing procedures.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Katedralskolan does not operate an internal boarding/internat run by the school itself. Accommodation for students coming from elsewhere in Sweden is arranged through the municipal gymnasieboende (Uppsala Gymnasieboende) and any charges for that housing are separate from school tuition and billed by the housing provider. Parents should expect boarding to carry its own monthly or term charges set by the accommodation provider.

Any other costs or fees (uniforms, materials, meals, trips, exams)
- Uniforms: There is no school uniform requirement for Swedish upper‑secondary schools in general, and Katedralskolan does not require a uniform.
- Course materials and small personal items: Students may need to provide their own small, personal study items or subject‑specific materials when explicitly required (for example certain art or vocational supplies) — these are occasional, programme‑specific costs rather than tuition charges.
- School meals: Meals for students are served in the school restaurant (Vasaköket). Meals are provided through the school's meal service; students obtain food from the canteen and may be required to pay for certain meal options or extras according to the municipality's meal arrangements. Bread, milk and water are provided with meals.
- Field trips and voluntary activities: Voluntary trips or optional activities that are not part of the compulsory curriculum may incur charges. Any such charges are for the activity itself (transport, entrance fees, accommodation where applicable) and are handled as separate invoices or payments.
- IB‑related assessment/examination fees: The International Baccalaureate organization charges assessment and candidate fees for DP external examinations; where those fees apply they are separate from municipal tuition and may be passed on to students by the school or handled centrally. Amounts and whether the school invoices students for them vary by school and session.

Refund information
- General tuition refund: There are no tuition fees for regular study at Katedralskolan, so there is no tuition refund process for standard enrolment.
- Refunds for paid optional services: Refund and cancellation terms for any paid, optional services (for example municipal student housing, voluntary trips or paid activities) are determined by the provider that invoices for the service (municipality or third‑party organiser) and follow the municipality's billing and cancellation rules. Parents should expect standard municipal invoice rules to apply (invoicing, reminders, and the municipality's terms for cancellations/refunds).

Fee payment options (how payments are accepted)
- For any municipal invoices or chargeable services, the municipality supports standard payment channels such as e‑invoice (e‑faktura), regular invoices and other municipal payment arrangements; in some municipal contexts autogiro or direct payment channels are also available. Payment of any optional, billed items will follow those municipal payment methods.

Summary statements (declarative):
- Katedralskolan is a public municipal upper‑secondary school; regular education at the school is provided without tuition or application fees for students applying through the normal Swedish admissions procedures.
- Boarding and student accommodation, when needed, are handled separately through municipal student housing and carry separate housing charges.
- Optional costs that parents may encounter include canteen meals, subject‑specific materials, voluntary trip fees and any IB examination/candidate fees; these are billed separately and not presented as per‑term tuition charges.

Curriculum

Katedralskolan i Uppsala offers a Swedish national upper-secondary curriculum with programs including Barn- och fritidsprogrammet (Childcare and Leisure Programme), Naturvetenskapsprogrammet (Natural Science Programme), Humanistiska programmet (Humanities Programme), Samhällsvetenskapsprogrammet (Social Sciences Programme), Language Introduction (IMS), and Flera val (Several Electives). In addition, it offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) with a Pre-Diploma year in Year 10 followed by DP1 and DP2 in Years 11–12. The DP requires six subjects across six groups and aims for a balanced profile across languages, sciences, humanities, and the arts. To continue into the Diploma Programme, a student must have at least 700 points and English, Mathematics, and Social Studies must have passing grades. Group 1–6 options include Group 1 languages (Swedish, English, and a Self-taught Language A); Group 2 languages (English, Swedish, French, German, Spanish); Group 3 (Societies & Individuals; Economics; Global Politics; History; Psychology; Philosophy); Group 4 (Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Environmental Systems & Societies); Group 5 (Mathematics); Group 6 The Arts or alternatives. The Diploma Programme is international in scope: IB World Schools exist in 162 countries with over 5,800 schools, and Katedralskolan is an IB World School.

Exam Results

IB Diploma Programme results for Katedralskolan: 2019/2020 – IB points 33; IB World Average 31.2; Converted to Swedish Grades 17.2. 2020/2021 – IB points 33; IB World Average 33; Converted to Swedish Grades 17.2. 2021/2022 – IB points 31; IB World Average 32; Converted to Swedish Grades 16.3. 2022/2023 – IB points 31; IB World Average 30.2; Converted to Swedish Grades 16.3. 2023/2024 – IB points 32; IB World Average 30.3; Converted to Swedish Grades 16.8. 2024/2025 – IB points 31; IB World Average 30.6; Converted to Swedish Grades 16.3.

Higher Education Progression

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a university-preparatory pathway offered at Katedralskolan i Uppsala; the DP is available in 162 countries with over 5,800 IB World Schools, and it is designed to prepare students for higher education in Sweden or abroad.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Encounters are at the heart of education. The atmosphere is open, inclusive, and enriching, and diversity of thought is valued. Students are engaged, set high standards, and master languages at an advanced level; they run their own clubs, sing, and organize events. The school supports students' development and helps with decisions in the important upper secondary school selection. Being a student here means three enriching years.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Elevhälsan strengthens health-promoting and preventive work and supports students' development toward educational goals. The school has a dedicated team including a School Nurse, Counselors, a Special Educator, a Special Teacher, and a School Psychologist.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Språkintroduktion (IMS) is an introductory program for newcomers who are newly arrived, have studied in Swedish school for at most four years, and have a mother tongue other than Swedish. The program emphasizes Swedish language development, with 7–10 hours per week of Swedish as a second language, and a personal study plan is created. Subjects include Swedish as a second language, Mathematics, English, Social Studies, History, Geography, Religion, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Art, Physical Education, and Mother Tongue. After IMS you can continue to a national program, another introductory program, or adult education. You will receive a mentor and have study conversations to support your progress.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through the Elevhälsa team, which strengthens health-promoting and preventive work and supports students' development toward educational goals. The team includes a School Nurse, Counselors, and a School Psychologist, providing accessible welfare support.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and student welfare are supported by the Elevhälsa team, with access to school health services (nurse, counselor, psychologist) and clear points of contact for students.

History

Katedralskolan, formerly Uppsala högre allmänna läroverk, is a municipal upper secondary school in Uppsala, traditionally founded 1246 and commonly referred to as "Katte." It is Uppsala's oldest known educational institution and one of Sweden's oldest schools. The present main building was inaugurated in 1869 with a royal ceremony. In 2019, renovation of the main building was completed, 150 years after the 1869 inauguration. Today the school is prepared for the future with modern laboratory spaces and well‑equipped teaching rooms, as well as inviting meeting spaces for students to gather.

Community

Encounters are at the heart of everything we do. Here you'll meet knowledge, inspiring classmates, dedicated teachers, and others who share your ambition to grow and succeed. We value diversity of thought; the atmosphere is open, inclusive, and enriching. Walking through our corridors you'll see engaged students who set high standards, master languages at a high level, run their own clubs, sing, and organize exciting events. The energy here is vibrant and welcoming.

Facilities Overview

The library has around 13,000 books, about 30 magazines, study spaces, and the librarian Kerstin who helps with information searches and book recommendations. The library is open from 8:00 to 16:00. In Skolon, students have access to NE.se, Alex, Landguiden, EBSCO, Artikelsök and Retriever. Library catalogs include Welib, Bibliotek Uppsala, Libris, and the Uppsala University Library catalog; reference works include NE.se, Encyclopaedia Britannica, Alex, and Landguiden.

Academic Facilities

The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The IB Diploma Programme is available at Katedralskolan and the IB section includes Uppsala Region - Pre-DP Applicants and Swedish DP1 Applicants.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The student council (Elevkår) consists of engaged students who run a large number of clubs; all students are welcome to participate. There is also an alumni association listed under Genvägar (Alumniföreningen). Examples of extracurricular offerings include Extramusik, Kattemusikalen, and Matematik på skolan.

Academic & Intellectual

MNf – Matematiska och naturvetenskapliga föreningen fosters collaboration in mathematics and science. Students participate in national and international mathematics competitions, including Skolornas matematiktävling and Pythagoras quest. Math tutoring is available as Mattestuga on Wednesday afternoons, with additional support from teachers and special education staff as needed.

Arts & Creative

Extramusik on Katte offers choir singing and opportunities to perform publicly, including Christmas lucia concerts in the Cathedral and occasional major works such as Mozart's Requiem or Handel's Messiah with professional musicians. Kattemusikalen is an annual musical production where students take singing roles, play in the orchestra, or handle sound and lighting and perform in the school auditorium. The music program also includes multi-voice singing and ensembles as part of Extra Music, with credits awarded for participating in relevant courses.

Cultural & Language

A range of language and cultural clubs exist, including Kate deutscher Verein (German club), KPK (Kristna på Katte), POC (People of Color), Pride and Pegasen (the school newspaper). Göthe stipend recipients and Goethe-related activities support German language and cultural exchange. English language offerings are available for younger students and the International Baccalaureate program is part of Katte's education, with IB courses and pathways described for students in the program.

Social & Hobbies

The Elevkår Katedral represents the student body and coordinates a wide array of clubs and events, welcoming all students to participate. Kattes idrottsförening – KIF offers weekly trainings in football, basketball, and floorball and co-organizes Katte-Skrapankampen, a sports competition with Lundellska. Every year a school musical is staged, inviting students to sing, act, or contribute on stage and behind the scenes.

Community & Service

Miljögrupp coordinates environmental and sustainability-related activities within the school. Pegasen is the school newspaper run by students, and various clubs foster community and social engagement, including Cinematiska sällskapet (Cinematic Society) and Fotoföreningen (Photography Club), as well as Playground (dance) and Pride activities.

Leadership & Professional

The Elevkåren Katedral has a formal governance structure with a nine-member board and a leadership group that includes multiple posts and committees. The organization supports the formation of a föreningskommitté (clubs committee) to ensure representation from attached clubs and coordinate joint activities. The student council also oversees a fadderprogrammet to help integrate new students and Sprint-program participants into the school community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

KIF provides regular sports practice, including football, basketball, and floorball, contributing to student fitness and teamwork. Katte's annual musical and the Extramusik program foster social engagement, performance skills, and emotional wellbeing through creative collaboration. Lucia concerts in the Cathedral and other public performances support a vibrant, communal cultural life at Katte.

Admissions

Step 1. Open days for autumn 2026 are scheduled on Tuesday 18 August 2026 and Wednesday 19 August 2026 and Thursday 20 August 2026. On Tuesday 18 August 2026 at 09:00 Year 1 will meet NA and HU in Dag Hammarskjölds Aula; at 10:00 Year 1 will meet SA and BF in Dag Hammarskjölds Aula and IB in Anders Wall; at 11:00 Year 3 will meet BF and NA in Dag Hammarskjölds Aula and IB in Anders Wall; at 11:45 Year 3 will meet HU and SA in Dag Hammarskjölds Aula. On Wednesday 19 August 2026 at 09:00 all IMS; at 10:00 Year 2 IB; at 11:00 Year 2 NA and BF; at 11:45 Year 2 SA and HU. On Thursday 20 August 2026 teaching continues according to the regular Skola24 timetable for all students, and elective courses begin on Monday 24 August. Updated 7 August 2026. Step 2. EU/Non-EU Applicants: If applying from an EU country or if Swedish citizenship or residency is held, you may apply for both Pre-DP (Year 10) and DP1 (Year 11) depending on age and background. If applying from outside the EU with no connections to Sweden, only DP1 (Year 11) is possible. An EU/Non-EU Application Form (PDF) is available. Step 3. Uppsala Region – Pre-DP Applicants: Dear applicant from Uppsala region. To complete your application to the IB Diploma Programme at Katedralskolan, please complete the following form: Application – Choices for Pre-DP. Step 4. Swedish Applicants (Outside Uppsala): Outside the Uppsala region, Pre-DP (Year 10) Swedish applicant. Pre-DP Application Form (PDF). Step 5. DP1 Applicants (Year 11): This page is for students who want to transfer to the IB from another national programme in Sweden. Swedish Applicant – Transfer Application (DP1, Year 11) (PDF).

Scholarships

Goethe-stipendiater VT2026: Theodor Holmberg HU25B, Hanna Lundmark NA25D and Karla Lindén Sagrén NA25B have been awarded Goethe-Institut language course scholarships and will spend three weeks in Edenkoben and Benediktbeuren in July. There they will receive instruction, participate in leisure activities, explore the surroundings, and meet peers from around the world.

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Per Brahegymnasiet

📚 Learning Specialist 🧩 Behaviour Specialist

Instructs in English

Ages 16 - 18 years

Fees SEK 111,215

Pupils 1400

Type Co-educational

Per Brahegymnasiet is a public, co-educational upper secondary school in Jönköping, Sweden, offering six programs: Economics, Esthetic, International Baccalaureate (IB DP), Natural Science, Social Sciences, and Humanities. The school provides both the IB Diploma Programme and a Swiss Curriculum, with the IB DP taught in English to support a bilingual diploma. Students aged 16 to 18 study across six subject groups, and the DP core includes CAS, Theory of Knowledge, and the Extended Essay. The Natural Science track emphasises scientific methods and mathematics and offers study trips and potential international exchanges. The Esthetic program focuses on creativity and communication and includes four spetsutbildningar: Scenkonst teater, Konst och design, Musik spets, Scenkonst dans, with collaborations with HDK-Valand and Högskolan för Scen och Musik. The school occupies a historic main building dating back to 1912, and facilities include Linden dining hall, Café Linden with a fixed stage, and a library of about 20,000 books.

Location

Per Brahegymnasiet is located in Jönköping, Sweden. The visiting address is Residensgatan 7, 553 16 Jönköping. It is part of Jönköpings kommun.

Stages

Three-year upper secondary education (gymnasium). The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Type

Public, co-educational gymnasium in Jönköping.

Additional learning support

Elevhälsa services (student health and wellbeing) are provided at the school; a team supports students with learning and wellbeing. Studievägledning is available for student guidance.

Country affiliation

Sweden

School day structure

School days run from 07:30 to 17:00.

Application fees

- There is no application fee for students who apply through the Swedish national application system for upper secondary school (gymnasiet). Entrance tests (where required for programs such as IB) are part of the admission process and are not listed as chargeable items for Swedish applicants.

Tuition fees (by school/program and year group)

- Swedish citizens and residents: participation in all national programmes offered at Per Brahegymnasiet, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, is provided without tuition charge to the student.

- International applicants without Swedish residency or citizenship (fee-paying international students): an annual student tuition fee is required. The school's published guidance gives the fee as approximately EUR 10,000 per school year (stated equivalently in earlier school documentation as about SEK 100,000). This applies per full school year rather than per single term.

- Inter-municipal / invoiced place charges (when another municipality pays for a student placed at Per Brahegymnasiet): Jönköping municipality's published inter-municipal price list for 2025 shows per‑student cost entries by national programme. For the International Baccalaureate the published 2025 figures are:
- Per year: SEK 111,215.
- Per term: SEK 55,607.
- Per month: SEK 9,268.
These inter-municipal figures reflect the municipality's full cost calculation (used when a home municipality is billed). Other programmes at the school have separate per-year and per-term amounts on the same price list.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Enrollment date used to determine which months/terms are billed: the municipality's price list specifies how pupil presence is checked for billing — for example, pupil counts on the 15th of specific months determine spring and autumn term charges and the corresponding monthly allocations. Term-by-term and month-by-month debiting follows those municipal rules.

- Payment terms for invoices issued by Jönköping municipality (applied to municipal invoicing) follow the municipality's standard invoicing rules: electronic invoicing is required for suppliers and municipal invoicing practice sets payment terms (the municipality's standard payment term is 30 days unless otherwise agreed). Invoicing to the municipality uses the stated e‑invoice/PEPPOL requirements. When a private individual is invoiced (for e.g., a tuition invoice to an international fee‑paying family), municipal billing procedures and the delivered invoice will state the exact payment deadline and accepted payment methods.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school does not operate boarding facilities. Students who require accommodation must arrange or fund their own housing; there is no school-run boarding fee. Municipal boarding or inackorderingstilläggs (boarding allowances) may be handled separately by a student's home municipality in cases where commuting is impractical.

Other costs and fees

- School meals and loan of educational materials: meals for students under 20 and the loan of educational materials are included in the municipal cost coverage for students and are provided without additional charge to eligible students. For inter‑municipal billing the municipality's price list notes that the listed per‑student amounts include access to school lunch for students under 20 but exclude travel and boarding allowances.

- Program-specific additional costs: certain programmes (for example, practical or arts courses) commonly involve incidental costs for consumable materials, instrument hire or purchase, special course materials, and voluntary study trips. Those program-specific costs are not presented as a school-wide flat fee on the published municipal schedule; such charges, when required, are recorded or communicated per programme and per activity. (Available municipal cost schedules show programme-level cost figures but do not itemise every incidental kit or instrument cost.)

- IB-related examination/organisation fees: for Swedish resident students these costs are covered through the school's funding. For fee‑paying international students the required tuition covers the programme costs the school lists for accepting such students (the published tuition amount for international fee‑paying students is presented as covering the programme for the school year).

Refund information

- No separate, publicised school-level refund schedule for tuition paid by fee‑paying international applicants is published alongside the admission fee notice. Municipal invoicing follows standard municipal invoicing and crediting procedures. Specific refund entitlement, timing and any pro‑rata calculations for withdrawn students or cancelled places are handled according to the school's administrative practice and municipal billing rules and would be reflected on the invoice/contract for the individual placement.

Fee payment options and invoicing methods

- Invoicing and payment follow Jönköping municipality procedures. For municipal invoices the municipality requires (where applicable) e‑invoices in PEPPOL/Svefaktura format; standard municipal invoices list bank or giro details and a payment due date. Payment terms are established on the invoice (municipal standard is 30 days unless otherwise agreed). Methods commonly used for municipal payments are e‑invoice or bank transfer as specified on the invoice; the precise payment instruments and details for any tuition invoice will be stated on the issued invoice.

Key practical points for parents

- Swedish residents: there is no tuition charge for students admitted to Per Brahegymnasiet's national programmes, including IB.

- International fee-paying students (no Swedish residency): plan for a full-year tuition charge in the order of EUR 10,000 (approximately SEK 100,000 as noted in school admissions guidance); the municipality's inter‑municipal price list (2025) shows programme-level invoiced rates for municipalities (IB: SEK 111,215/year; SEK 55,607/term).

- The school does not supply boarding; accommodation costs and arrangements are separate.

- Invoices follow municipal invoicing practice (e‑invoice requirements and municipal payment terms). Check the invoice for exact payment methods and due dates.

Curriculum

Per Brahegymnasiet offers six upper secondary programs: Economics, Esthetic, International Baccalaureate, Natural Science, Social Sciences, and Humanities. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a higher education preparatory programme with an international curriculum, and you study in English to receive a bilingual IB diploma. The Natural Science programme includes two tracks: Naturvetenskap and Naturvetenskap och samhälle, emphasising scientific methods, mathematics, and collaboration with universities, with study trips and potential international exchanges. The Economics programme develops knowledge in business and law, with courses in accounting, budgeting, marketing, leadership and entrepreneurship, and provides broad eligibility for higher education. The Esthetic programme focuses on creativity, communication and artistry, and offers four nationally recruited spetsutbildningar: Scenkonst teater, Konst och design, Musik spets, and Scenkonst dans, with collaborations with HDK-Valand, Högskolan för Scen och Musik (HSM) and others; all esthetic education is university-preparatory. The Social Sciences programme focuses on individuals and society, with profiles such as Människans beteende, Digital kommunikation and International studies, and prepares students for higher education with broad eligibility.

Higher Education Progression

IB graduates typically continue to higher education at universities around the world in fields such as medicine, engineering, economics, or psychology. Natural Science graduates are eligible to apply to all higher education programs. Economics provides broad eligibility for further higher education in economic and social science programs. Humanities and Social Sciences programs are university-preparatory, preparing students for university studies.

Gifted and Talented

Estetiska programmet offers four national spetsutbildningar: Scenkonst teater, Konst och design, Musik spets, Scenkonst dans. The program collaborates with HDK-Valand, Högskolan för Scen och Musik (HSM) in Gothenburg. All esthetic programs are university-preparatory.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school prioritizes student engagement and student voice. Weekly class councils raise questions about the curriculum and the school's physical and psychosocial environment, with mentors present. Each class has representatives in the Student Program Council, and the council includes the principal. The School Forum brings Student Program Council representatives and the principal together to discuss issues affecting the entire school. The Student Union organizes events, lectures, activities, and other initiatives to foster community and student life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Elevhälsan provides dedicated support for students with special educational needs. The team includes Specialle4rare (special education teachers) and Specialpedagog (special education specialists), as well as skolskf6terskor (school nurses), kuratorer (counselors), and fritidsledare (after‑school activity leaders) who work across programs. They offer tailored assistance to help students thrive and access the resources they need. Staff serve students across programs, including the International Baccalaureate and other streams.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is taught in English and students receive a bilingual diploma upon completion. The DP emphasises international perspectives, intercultural understanding, and global citizenship. The program offers strong language support and is designed for study in English. Engelska 7 is available as an advanced English course for students who already have strong English skills.

Mental Wellbeing

Elevhälsan provides health and wellbeing support for students. The team includes skolsköterskor (nurses), kuratorer (counselors), and special education staff, all working to ensure students receive strong support in diverse situations. Elevhälsan coordinates access to health and wellbeing services across programs. Contact details for the Elevhälsan are published for student and family use.

Safeguarding

The school has an annual plan against discrimination, harassment, and other abusive treatment with zero tolerance for such behavior. Staff must report suspected discrimination, harassment, or sexual harassment in Stella, the school's documentation system, and the rector and head of the school are informed. An investigation is conducted promptly to determine required actions to stop the discrimination. Elevhälsan supports the process, with defined roles for staff, mentors, and safeguarding procedures. The plan aims to ensure the school is a safe place for all students.

History

Per Brahegymnasiet is Jönköping's oldest school. In 2013 the current main building celebrated its 100th anniversary, but the school's history stretches much further back. The school traces three epochs: a foundation around 1283 when Franciscan monks arrived to establish a monastery and a school west of Munksjön; a devastating fire in 1612 that caused the town school to move from west to east; and the 1912 construction of the present main building. Earlier forms of schooling existed in various forms and places, including a trivial school and a higher elementary school established around 1820; in 1878 elementary schools were renamed allmänt läroverk. During the gymnasium reforms of the 1960s the school was renamed Per Brahegymnasiet and introduced a three-year program with humanities, social sciences, economics and natural sciences, and later the Globen and Musikhuset buildings were added to accommodate the arts; since 1995 the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme has been offered.

Community

The library provides a quiet study space and access to information and digital tools. Student health services provide support and accommodations and address health questions and activities beyond classwork. Student engagement is valued, and the school works systematically to give students influence over teaching and development. Study guidance helps with course choices, university requirements, and merit points.

Facilities Overview

The school has a bright on-site dining facility, Linden, where lunch is served in a light, pleasant setting and meals are prepared on site by the school's cooks. The school has Café Linden adjacent to the dining hall, offering coffee, tea, sandwiches and pastries, with a fixed stage for student performances. The dining hall is used for events and exhibitions from the programs. The library contains about 20,000 books, plus encyclopedias, databases and reference works, and the periodicals corridor holds about half of the roughly 70 journals the school subscribes to; a quiet room provides a peaceful study space. The library staff are on duty from 8:00 to 16:00 Monday through Thursday and 8:00 to 15:00 on Fridays; the ICT-pedagog helps with Vklass, Teams and Microsoft 365, and there is a loan laptop program for students.

Academic Facilities

The library contains approximately 20,000 books, plus encyclopedias, databases and reference works. There are about half of the roughly 70 journals the school subscribes to in the periodicals corridor. A quiet room provides a peaceful study space. Library staff are on duty from 8:00 to 16:00 Monday through Thursday and 8:00 to 15:00 on Fridays, including a school librarian and an ICT-pedagog who helps with Vklass, Microsoft 365 and other digital tools. The ICT-pedagog helps with digital tools and logins, and if a student's computer stops working, they can borrow a laptop by contacting Mikael Willosson.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The dining hall is used for various events—by and with students. Café Linden has a fixed stage that students can book for performances. Exhibitions from the programs can be viewed in the dining hall. The dining spaces also serve as social spaces where students and staff can meet during meals.

Academic & Intellectual

PB offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) with a Preparatory year called PreIB. The DP is a two-year program for students aged 16 to 19 that prepares you for university and life beyond and is taught in English; graduates receive a bilingual IB diploma. Students study across six subject groups: language and literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics, and an additional subject. The DP core includes CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service), Theory of Knowledge, and the Extended Essay, which develop independent learning, intercultural understanding, and personal growth.

Arts & Creative

PB provides The Art & Music Programme as part of the IB offerings. Students can combine arts with science and social science tracks within the IB. The DP core fosters creativity through CAS, linking artistic and community‑engaged activities.

Cultural & Language

PB has an international focus with students from across Sweden and abroad. Instruction in the Diploma Programme is in English, and Swedish and English are standard options in language and literature, with other languages possible. The school emphasizes intercultural understanding and global citizenship through its IB curriculum.

Social & Hobbies

Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) is a core component of the IB Diploma Programme, involving creative projects, physical activity, and community service. Students engage in collaborative projects, arts, sports, and volunteering as part of their program. Through CAS, students develop teamwork, initiative, and community engagement.

Community & Service

CAS emphasizes service and community involvement. Students undertake service projects, volunteer work, and contribute to local or global communities. These activities reinforce social responsibility as part of the IB experience.

Leadership & Professional

The Diploma Programme develops independent learners and global citizens, preparing students for university and life beyond. It fosters collaboration, leadership, and critical thinking through research, group work, and CAS experiences. Graduates commonly pursue university studies in medicine, engineering, economics, and psychology.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

CAS includes creativity, activity, and service, which integrates physical activity and well‑being into the program. The IB DP supports balanced development by combining academics with sports, arts, and volunteering. Students gain resilience and well‑being through structured opportunities for personal growth.

Admissions

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Per Brahegymnasiet accepts students from all areas of Sweden, not only Jönköping County. Applications are submitted through the same system as the national programmes. International applicants without residency permits or citizenship may apply but can only be accepted if there are available places. Applicants must take entrance exams in Mathematics and English to assess ninth‑grade knowledge; these tests, together with prior grades, determine acceptance and ensure students are prepared for the programme. Eligibility: Swedish students entering from the ninth grade meet the requirements to apply to theoretical high school programmes in Sweden; international students must provide evidence of a completed ninth grade year or an equivalent. If the number of eligible applicants exceeds capacity, the selection is based on criteria approved by the National School Inspection. Costs and financing: Participation in the Diploma Programme is free of charge for students. Funding comes from the local municipality's budget and state grants; international applicants without residency permits or citizenship may be required to pay student fees of approximately 10,000 EUR per school year. Students living more than six kilometers away are eligible for travel grants in the form of bus or train passes, and those with difficult commuting can apply for boarding allowances through their municipality. School meals and the loan of educational materials are provided at no cost to students.

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Internationella Engelska Skolan Värmdö

📚 Learning Advanced 🧩 Behaviour Specialist

Instructs in Swedish, English

Ages 6 - 15 years

Type Co-educational

Internationella Engelska Skolan Värmdö is a F–9 bilingual school in Stockholms län, Sweden, established in 2021. The campus runs a bespoke curriculum that blends the Swedish national framework with an international perspective, delivering up to 50% of instruction in English. The school serves about 607 students aged 6 to 15, taught by teachers from around the world, and aims to prepare pupils for study and work in a global environment. The principal is Maria Segerstedt. The setting is described as a safe, calm learning environment with facilities that support development across grades F–9. After-school provisions include Fritids for younger students from 06:30–18:00 and Junior Club for older pupils, offering care, activities, and snacks. Extra-curricular options include Arts and Creative activities, cultural and language programs, and lifestyle and wellbeing clubs. The school is located at Charlottendalsvägen 2a–b, 134 39, Stockholms län. It welcomes families seeking a locally rooted, internationally minded education.

Application fees

- There are no application, registration, or tuition charges to attend Internationella Engelska Skolan Värmdö. Places are allocated through the school's queue/admissions system (registration uses SchoolSoft and BankID).

Tuition fees by year group (per term and per year)

- There are no tuition fees for any year group. For all year groups (F–9) the tuition charge is SEK 0 per term and SEK 0 per academic year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No billing schedule or payment terms apply for tuition because the school does not charge tuition. Any invoiced amounts would relate only to optional services or extra activities; no central tuition billing timetable is published for this school.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Boarding is not offered at IES Värmdö; the school is a day school serving years F–9, so there are no boarding fees.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, meals, trips, materials, extracurriculars, after‑school care)

- School lunch is provided free of charge to students.
- The school provides fritids (after‑school care) for F–3 and a junior club for years 4–6; these services are described as available, but no uniform, standard trip, materials, or mandatory cost schedule is published for general school attendance on the school pages. Any optional activities, excursions, or special programmes may carry separate charges when organised.

Refund information

- Because there are no tuition or application fees for attendance, tuition refunds are not applicable. Refunds for any optional paid activities or external services are handled on a case‑by‑case basis; no general refund policy for optional charges is published on the school's public pages.

Fee payment options

- No tuition or application payments are required. Admissions and queue registration use SchoolSoft and BankID. For any optional billed items, the school uses its usual administrative channels (SchoolSoft/contact details are provided) for communication and invoicing; specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) for optional charges are not set out on the public school pages.

Brief summary of availability of fee details

- Internationella Engelska Skolan Värmdö does not charge tuition or application fees; school lunch is free; fritids and junior club services are offered. Specific, itemised prices for optional activities, a published billing calendar for optional charges, uniform costs, boarding (not applicable), and explicit payment method lists are not published on the school's public pages.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a team of specialists in each school to support and challenge your child. Teachers are supported by academic managers, heads of department, heads of year, the student care team and behavioural specialists to meet students' emotional and academic needs. All students have a mentor who is the main contact between you and the school and who supports them in the coming years. Formal feedback is provided four times a year, and mentors maintain regular contact with parents throughout the year. Clear communication between the school and families is an important tool for helping your child succeed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has a student care team and behavioural specialists who provide extra assistance, beyond what is normally found in Swedish schools, to meet students' emotional and academic needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches using the Swedish national curriculum, and up to half the education is delivered in English by qualified teachers from English-speaking countries including Canada, the USA, and the United Kingdom.

Mental Wellbeing

The mentor system supports students' wellbeing. All students have a mentor who helps them navigate the coming years and acts as the main contact between you and the school. The student care team and behavioural specialists provide extra support to meet emotional and academic needs, and feedback is provided four times a year with regular parent contact.

Safeguarding

The school provides a safe and calm environment for students; clear communication between the school and families is encouraged through the mentor system.

Arts & Creative

Junior Club activities include arts and crafts, music and dance.

Cultural & Language

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

Social & Hobbies

Junior Club provides after-school social activities including sports tournaments and games in the gym, baking, board games, arts and crafts and other organised activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Fritids offers after-school care for all students in grades F-3, 06:30–18:00. Junior Club provides after-school care for grades 4-6, 06:30–18:00. Fritids is a bilingual, pedagogical centre with activities and field trips; breakfast is served at 07:15 and an afternoon snack is provided; homework support is available. It is a safe and engaging space outside 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 and entering your personal data. If you do not have Swedish BankID, download the application form at the bottom of this page and email it to admissions. If you do not have a Swedish personal identity number, contact the school directly for assistance. 2. Verify your email. In the next step, you confirm your email address. Check your spam folder if you have not received the verification email. 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 (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 '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 contact the school if you have not received a confirmation email after completing your registration. 5. Manage your application. Guardians can log in via the website at any time and manage information such as the desired start year or adding siblings. 6. Admission Offer. If a placement offer is received, guardians log in to the queue login via BankID and actively confirm the offer. The school will then send all information needed before the start of school. If BankID is not available, download the application form and email or post it to the school. Application Form.pdf.

Waitlist

IES Värmdö uses a queue-based admissions system. Places are offered in order of queue date, and the earlier a child is registered, the greater the chance of receiving a placement. The earliest registration date is 1 February in the year after the child is born. Sibling priority may apply, provided the sibling is already enrolled at, or attending, an IES school when the other child starts. Guardians receive notification emails when a queue place is created, and can manage their information via the online queue login. Offers are issued through the queue system and must be accepted to secure a place.

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Uppsala International School

📚 Learning Specialist 🧩 Behaviour None

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.

History

The school is a completely newly built F-9 school located at Thunmansgatan 47. There are regular Swedish classes from preschool to grade 6 and bilingual classes (BLIC) from preschool to grade 9; expansion to grade 7 and then grade 9 will enable students to complete their entire primary years at the school. BLIC is attended by students who use English as their daily language of communication at home, and a smaller English class is offered for students who are only in Sweden for a short period. All teaching is based on the Swedish curriculum, LGR22. The school's goal is to educate students to understand that knowledge gives freedom to shape their own future; in year 9, students have achieved high results and 100% upper secondary school eligibility. Updated: 19 August 2025.

Community

News items include Open House on 20 January 2026 and 'Welcome to Kvarngärdesskolan Uppsala International School' (published 27 October 2025). An after-school center serves preschool to year 3, and an after-school club is available from year 4 onward. BLIC serves students who use English at home, and the upper secondary offers Cambridge education in mathematics and NO as well as Advanced Education in English. Updated: 19 August 2025.

Arts & Creative

The school offers free time activities that foster arts and creative expression. Outdoor activities, crafts, theatricals, and amateur choral singing are among the attractions. Free time activities follow a well-structured weekly timetable and aim to supplement schooling while providing meaningful leisure time.

Cultural & Language

The Swedish classes range from Junior to Grade 6 and focus on communication in Swedish. Bilingual Classes (BLIC) blend Swedish and English; All teaching in preschool and year 1 is in English, and from year 2 to year 9 Swedish accounts for at least 50 percent of teaching time. In year 7-9 Cambridge classes in Mathematics and Science are offered, and Advanced English is available. The school is a member of ECIS, the Educational Collaboration of International Schools.

Social & Hobbies

Free time activities take place after school for students in grade F-3, with room for spontaneous activities guided by children's interests. Outdoor activities, crafts, theatricals, and amateur choral singing are among the offerings. The activities are organized in four on-site departments and follow a weekly timetable to suit different ages and needs.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school provides out-of-school activities from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm for students in grade F-3. These activities include outdoor activities, crafts, theatre, and amateur choral singing. Fritids follows the school curriculum (Lgr 22) and aims to provide meaningful leisure time and care for families.

Language Provision

Languages taught include Swedish and English. In BLIC, English is the daily language and Swedish teaching is increased to at least 50 percent of total teaching time from year 2 to year 9. An English class for Grades 1–4 targets students with no prior Swedish knowledge and prioritises children whose parents are researchers at the university. An Advanced Studies Program in English started in autumn 2013 for seventh graders, with accelerated English and collaboration with Katedralskolan for some 9th‑grade projects.

Bilingual Teaching

BLIC classes are for students who are bilingual in Swedish and English when they start school. English is the daily communication language at home before joining BLIC. All teaching in preschool and year 1 is in English, and from year 2 to year 9 Swedish teaching increases so that Swedish accounts for at least 50 percent of total teaching. In years 7–9, Cambridge classes in Mathematics and Science and Advanced English are offered, and the school is a member of ECIS.

Immersion Programs

Cambridge Classes provide after‑school study of Science and Maths for Grades 8–9. These classes are outside regular school hours and meet about one hour per week. They prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE exams and sit their exams at a Cambridge Examinations test centre in Stockholm in May and October. The Cambridge Classes are coordinated by Brady Caldwell, Cambridge Course Coordinator & Science Teacher.

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