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Denmark, Copenhagen
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Copenhagen International School is an International Baccalaureate World School offering IB Primary Years Programme, IB Middle Years Programme, and IB Diploma Programme. The IB curriculum at CIS includes eight subject groups in the Middle Years Programme and six subject groups in the Diploma Programme, covering language acquisition, language and literature, sciences, mathematics, and more. The school provides English language learner support through English as an Additional Language and also offers a Mother Tongue Program to support native-language development from grade 1 upward. The Nordhavn campus features learning environments designed to maximise student engagement to support inquiry-based, global-minded learning.
The Performing Arts Program offers music, dance, and theatre with opportunities to perform in state‑of‑the‑art facilities. Activities include a choir, a percussion ensemble, two major productions each year, hip hop and contemporary dance, and a drama program. The arts spaces feature a state‑of‑the‑art theatre and dedicated music rooms to support performance and practice. These offerings provide students with structured creative outlets and collaborative performance experiences.
CIS supports multilingual students with English as an Additional Language, aiming to help learners participate fully in an English-medium school while developing social and academic language. The school hosts a Mother Tongue Program to nurture native-language skills from grade 1 onward, helping students maintain linguistic and cultural connections. Danish language studies are provided to prepare for Danish national tests and to enable continued study in Danish within the Diploma Programme or Danish Gymnasium. The school's multilingual community speaks many languages, reflecting broad cultural diversity.
CIS offers more than 30 after-school activities for students in grades 1–12, including arts, crafts, sports, and STEM experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom. After School Club provides an organized after-school program with activities in arts, cooking, science, and free play, with supervision for Primary students up to Grade 4. The program fosters social interaction, creativity, and exploration in a structured setting. These activities complement the day-school experience and support student interests outside class hours.
Service Learning is integrated into the curriculum and offered as after-school activities and clubs. Secondary students lead initiatives aligned with the United Nations SDGs to promote environmental sustainability, community engagement, and wellbeing, with ongoing projects like Team Peru supporting needs in Peru. CIS also hosts nonprofit groups and student-led outreach that evolve over time, reflecting a commitment to social responsibility and global awareness.
CIS provides multiple student leadership opportunities, including a Student Council that represents the student body and advocates for school improvement. The Racial and Social Justice Union is a student‑run club focused on equity and inclusion, with activities and curriculum considerations led by students. Clubs such as Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) and YANA support LGBTQIA+ students and allies, while Model United Nations offers structured debate and collaboration opportunities for prominent leadership and international understanding.
CIS emphasizes physical health through School Sports, with teams that compete in the Danish League and travel to regional events, reinforcing teamwork and resilience. The program also includes trips and home events that build community, such as friendly games and Hawks Celebration to recognize contributors to school life. These athletic and community activities contribute to students' well‑being, teamwork, and social connections across grade levels.
Copenhagen International School (CIS) is a private, day international school in Copenhagen that serves ages 3 to 18. It delivers all three IB programmes—PYP, MYP and DP—alongside an American high school diploma, with English as the language of instruction and Danish taught within the curriculum. English as an Additional Language support helps learners access the programmes, and Danish language studies prepare students for national tests and continued Danish study in the Diploma Programme. The school is an IB World School accredited by NEASC for the full IB continuum and the U.S. diploma. The Nordhavn campus spans about 25,000 square metres, housing four towers and capacity for around 1,200 students. Facilities include a theatre, two rooftop greenhouses, multiple music rooms, three gyms and dedicated spaces for design, ceramics and visual arts. CIS also provides extensive after‑school activities, a Mother Tongue Program and Service Learning tied to global goals for students worldwide.
