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Denmark, Copenhagen
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Danish is taught as a second language; Danish lessons occur more frequently than in many international schools and use a practical, communicative approach rather than Montessori methods. English is used for language materials and language objectives, including integration of grammar, sentence construction, and creative writing. The Danish Fælles Mål (Common Goals) align with Montessori practice, with lessons mapped to competencies, interdisciplinary projects, and weekly progress tracking using Montessori Compass.
Danish is taught as a second language. English is used for language materials and to support broader language objectives such as grammar, sentence construction, and creative writing. Danish lessons occur more frequently than in many other international schools and use a practical, communicative approach rather than Montessori methods.
Danish immersion is limited to about three hours per week, which does not provide the same immersion as a Danish public school.
International Montessori School Copenhagen (IMS) is an international Montessori school in Skovlunde, Copenhagen, serving ages 3 to 15. The curriculum is Montessori-based, with Preschool (2½–5), Lower and Upper Elementary (5½–12+), and Middle School (12½–15). English is the main language of instruction; Danish is taught as a second language in small, level-based groups. The Preschool program opened in February 2023, and the school later expanded to offer elementary and middle-school programs; in 2023 the Danish Ministry of Education approved IMS's Montessori approach. The campus is in the same building as an independent preschool at Dyregårdsvej 5. The school emphasizes a democratic, value-centered environment and hands-on learning across nine areas in preschool, plus comprehensive subjects in elementary. Danish Fælles Mål align with Montessori pedagogy, and progress is recorded weekly for families via Montessori Compass. An Adolescent Program (Montessori-IB mix) is planned for 2027 if enrollment supports it.
