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Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Leadership and Professional
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction
International School Kalundborg (ISK Kalundborg) is a public municipal school offering a bilingual English–Danish program aligned with Cambridge. The primary curriculum is Cambridge for Grades 0–3, while a bespoke curriculum integrates the Danish national stream from Grade 0 to Grade 9, designed for internationally mobile families. The school welcomes students aged 6 to 14 and operates within Kalundborg Municipality, sharing a campus with Herredsåsen School in a dedicated ISK building. Facilities include a library, cafeteria, science labs, arts and crafts rooms, an art studio, and a makerspace. Recess occurs both inside and outside, with shared sports fields, playgrounds, and access to a Spiralen movement house and a nearby public swimming pool for swimming lessons. After-school care (SFO) is arranged with Herredsåsen. The Danish stream includes Danish, German, PE, Music, Art & Design, and Home Economics/Cooking, while Cambridge subjects cover English, Mathematics, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, and History. Cambridge assessment.
International School Kalundborg has instruction in English, Danish.
Location
Kalundborg, Denmark; located in the Herredsåsen area, adjacent to Herredsåsen School, with easy access to the town center
Stages
0-9; starting with 0-7 in August 2025, expanding to 0-8 in 2026 and to 0-9 in 2027
Type
Public international school operated by Kalundborg Municipality, offering a bilingual English–Danish program with Cambridge alignment
Additional learning support
Special needs support via PPRC with psychologists and other relevant professionals as needed
Country affiliation
Denmark (Kalundborg Municipality international school)
School day structure
After-school care (SFO) coordinated with Herredsåsen School
Bus service
No dedicated school bus; transport by public transit; bus passes issued for students based on grade level and distance
Fees
Application fees
- There is no application fee to attend the school program at International School of Kalundborg. Enrolment interest is handled by contacting the school's admissions channel.
Tuition fees (by year group and per term)
- Core school tuition (Grades 0–9): DKK 0 per academic year; DKK 0 per term. The International School of Kalundborg operates as a municipal public (folkeskole) international school and the school programme is free of charge.
Billing schedule and payment terms (for any paid services)
- There are no tuition bills for the school programme because core tuition is free.
- Paid municipal childcare/after‑school care (SFO) is billed according to Kalundborg Municipality's SFO tariffs and is set up on an instalment schedule of 11 rater (11 instalments). Specific SFO subscription types and monthly amounts are listed under the municipality's 2026 tariffs.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable. International School of Kalundborg is a municipal day school; no boarding facilities or boarding fees are offered.
Other costs and fees
- SFO (school‑childcare / after‑school care) monthly fees (examples from Kalundborg Municipality tariffs, shown in DKK per month): - SFO I (0th–3rd grades typical options): - Heldagsplads (full‑day place): DKK 2,197 per month. - Eftermiddagsplads (afternoon place): DKK 1,229 per month. - Morgenplads (morning place): DKK 968 per month. - SFO II (vacation / extended schemes) examples (amounts shown per month or per selected package): - Morgenplads incl. ferie 1 dag: DKK 276. - Morgenplads incl. ferie 2 dage: DKK 552. - Eftermiddagsplads incl. ferie 1 dag: DKK 306. - SFO Tulla (0th–3rd grade specific listing): same monthly rates as SFO I (Heldagsplads DKK 2,197; Eftermiddagsplads DKK 1,229; Morgenplads DKK 968).
- Cafeteria / school meal service: The school operates a paid cafeteria service; parents are charged separately for meals when used. Specific meal pricing is set by the school/municipal arrangements and is charged in addition to the free tuition.
- School uniform: No school uniform requirement — there is no uniform fee.
- Transport / bus passes: Bus passes are issued for eligible students by the school/municipality according to distance rules (examples: issued to students in grades 0–3 living more than 2.5 km from school; grades 4–6 living more than 6 km; grades 7–9 living more than 7 km). Any bus‑pass charges or subsidies are handled through municipal transport policy.
- Other potential charges: Charges for optional activities (for example certain trips, instrument lessons or special excursions), hire of specialised teaching facilities, or specific material fees are separate from tuition and, where applicable, follow municipal/ school communications and billing for those optional items. The core curriculum for Grades 0–9 is free of charge.
Refund information
- Tuition refunds: Not applicable because there is no tuition charge for the school programme.
- Refunds for paid services (SFO, cafeteria, optional activities): Refunds and adjustments are handled under Kalundborg Municipality's billing and collection procedures for parental payments and for municipal services (SFO, meal plans, activities). Billing, cancellations and any refund rules for paid services follow the municipality's payment and arrears procedures.
Fee payment options
- Municipal payment channels apply for billed items (SFO, meals, optional activities). Parents may use the municipality's payment portal (Mit Betalingsoverblik) and can register payments with Betalingsservice; standard municipal payment methods (e.g., bank transfer/indbetalingslinje and the municipality's online payment options) are used for invoiced services. Specific accepted payment methods and online payment options are provided through the municipality's payment systems.
Summary (concise)
- Core tuition for International School of Kalundborg (Grades 0–9) is free: DKK 0 per year, DKK 0 per term. - Paid items that parents should expect include municipal SFO (after‑school childcare) fees (listed above in DKK per month), a paid cafeteria service, and any optional activity or excursion charges. SFO is billed on an 11‑instalment schedule per the municipal tariff structure. Payments and any refunds for these paid services are processed through Kalundborg Municipality's payment systems.
Academics
International School Kalundborg teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 6 to 14.
Curriculum
The school offers bilingual education in English and Danish, with a Cambridge-certified bilingual program and staff proficient in English.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school aims to create cross-cultural, inclusive learning communities that support students' social development and well-being. A health nurse provides health education and guidance to promote physical and mental health and well-being.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches mathematics, science, and English in English, while other subjects are taught in Danish. Staff are proficient in English, and the bilingual program is Cambridge-certified.
Mental Wellbeing
The health nurse offers health-promotion activities and individual consultations to support physical and psychological health and well-being.
Safeguarding
A health nurse is attached to the school and provides services under pediatric health guidelines; parental consent is required for individual contact.
Admissions
Admissions
Families will be invited to a meeting to discuss expectations. Most spaces are reserved for international families who are moving to or living in Denmark for work, as required by KIG Law. If spaces remain, they may be offered to families who already live in Kalundborg Municipality and the surrounding areas. The school program is free of charge. AULA is the primary communication portal between parents and the school.
FAQs
What curriculum does International School Kalundborg follow?
The school offers bilingual education in English and Danish, with a Cambridge-certified bilingual program and staff proficient in English.
What age range does International School Kalundborg serve?
The school serves students from age 6 to 14.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend International School Kalundborg?
The school has approximately 120 students.
Where is International School Kalundborg located?
Kalundborg, Denmark; located in the Herredsåsen area, adjacent to Herredsåsen School, with easy access to the town center
When was International School Kalundborg established?
The school was established in 2024.
Who leads International School Kalundborg?
The school is led by Hanne Schmidt.
Does the school provide SEN support?
No SEN provision information is publicly available. Parents with children who need additional learning support should enquire directly with the school.
What languages are used for instruction?
English and Danish are the languages of instruction. Cambridge Subjects are taught in English; UVM Danish Ministry of Education subjects are taught in Danish. German is taught as a subject in Grades 4–9.
How do I apply to International School Kalundborg?
Admission: To enroll, email isk@kalundborg.dk to express interest. Families will be invited to a meeting to discuss expectations.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Music and Art are core arts offerings across the Danish stream. In Grades 0–3 the Danish stream lists Danish, PE, Music, and Art, while Grades 4–9 adds Danish, German, PE, Music, Art & Design, and Home Economics/Cooking.
Is there a school bus service?
No dedicated school bus; transport by public transit; bus passes issued for students based on grade level and distance
