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Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Odense International School is the international department of Henriette Hørlücks Skole in Denmark, delivering Cambridge curriculum for primary through secondary, including IGCSE, and taught in English. The school welcomes students aged 4 to 16 from more than 40 nations. Primary follows the Cambridge International Curriculum with cross-curricular projects, Danish instruction, and Danish language support; French begins in Upper Primary (Grade 6). Upper Secondary leads to IGCSE in Secondary 10 and 11, with Cambridge ICE awarded for seven passed subjects when criteria are met. The campus features a design and technology makerspace, 3D printing, laser cutting, and science labs renovated in 2020; CleverTouch smart boards in all classrooms; KUBO, LEGO WeDo, LEGO MINDSTORMS and micro:bits support coding and robotics. Enrolment includes field trips, clubs such as Model United Nations from Secondary 8, and After-School program. Students may continue to the IB Diploma, Danish high school, or Danish vocational pathways after IGCSE.
Odense International School has 237 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Slotsvænget 3, 5000 Odense C, Denmark. The school is the International Department of Henriette Hørlücks Skole in Odense.
Stages
Preschool; Primary (P1–P6); Secondary (S7–S11).
Type
International department of Henriette Hørlücks Skole
Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 40 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
Learning needs are met by a dedicated and professional staff.
Country affiliation
Denmark
School day structure
Days start at 8:10 in the classroom. ASCP (after-school care) runs from 13:05 to 16:15. There is no early-morning care. The school year runs from mid-August through the end of June.
Fees
Annual tuition at Odense International School ranges from DKK 41,580 to DKK 43,780 for 2026/27.
Application and Deposit Fees
- Application fee (per family): DKK 1,500 (non-refundable). - Deposit due when accepting a place: DKK 8,000 for the first child; DKK 4,000 for the second and subsequent children (unless a deposit was not paid for the first child). The deposit is refundable only if the school's three-month notice of withdrawal requirements are observed. Specific timing rules apply for mid-year intakes (for example, a full reimbursement of the deposit is only made if the three-month notice is observed; see the school's withdrawal timing conditions).
Tuition Fees (monthly and annual equivalents)
- Preschool (where applicable): DKK 3,825 per month (noted for March–June intake months). Annual billing varies with intake timing and is not billed on an 11-month schedule like P1–S11.
- Primary 1 to Secondary 11 (P1–S11): - First child: DKK 3,980 per month × 11 months = DKK 43,780 per academic year. - Second child: DKK 3,780 per month × 11 months = DKK 41,580 per academic year. - Third and subsequent children: no tuition fee (free).
After-School Care Programme (ASCP) and The Club
- ASCP (P1–P4): included in tuition for the first and second child in P1–P4. - ASCP for the third and subsequent children in P1–P4: DKK 1,680 per month × 11 months = DKK 18,480 per academic year. - The Club (P5): DKK 1,300 per month × 10 months = DKK 13,000 per year (first payment of the school year is in August).
Other Regular or Optional Fees and Inclusions
- Books: included in school fees for all students; charges apply for missing or damaged books. - Music lessons (from Odense Musikskole): included for P1–P4; for P5 and up: DKK 599 per month (sibling discount may apply). - School trips, theatre visits, and external activity costs: not included in school fees; prices vary and are charged separately. Examples include one-week trips abroad and other curriculum-related visits. - Other supplier-paid items (examples): school photographs, school milk, OIS-branded casual/sports wear, passport-size photographs for ASCP, and laptops/tablets required in S7–S11. These are paid to external suppliers and are not included in tuition. Price examples are provided for some items (e.g., historic photo package cost and milk price examples). - Manual administration fee for payments not made via the automatic payment system (PBS): DKK 400 per transaction, per student.
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- Payment cycle: 11-month academic payment cycle (no tuition due in July). Tuition is charged for the entire month regardless of the student's start date within that month. The first payment of the school year is taken in August. March intake fees may be requested in February for the March start. - Automatic payments: fees are payable via PBS, an automatic online payment service set up through the family's online banking. PBS withdrawals are drawn on the 5th of each month. Each payment per student not made via PBS is charged the DKK 400 manual administrative fee. Brand-new students receive payment information close to their first day.
Refunds, Withdrawals and Transfer Documents
- Withdrawal notice: a three-month withdrawal notice is required. Upon withdrawal, all outstanding school fees and tuition must be fully settled before school transfer documents and final Progress Reports are issued. A full reimbursement of the deposit is made only if the three-month notice requirement is observed; specific calendar examples are applied for mid-year intakes. Application fees are non-refundable.
Boarding
- Boarding: there is no boarding provision listed for the school; boarding fees are not applicable.
Accepted Payment Methods
- Primary payment method: PBS automatic debiting set up via family online banking. Manual (non-PBS) payments are accepted but incur a DKK 400 administration fee per transaction, per student. No other payment methods (e.g., direct credit card processing) are specified.
Notes on Calculations Provided Here
- Monthly figures are provided in DKK as billed. Annual equivalents shown are calculated from the published monthly rates multiplied by the school's 11-month billing cycle unless another month count is explicitly stated (for example, The Club is published as a 10-month charge). Calculated annual totals are: P1–S11 first child = DKK 43,780; second child = DKK 41,580; ASCP third child/ subsequent = DKK 18,480; The Club (P5) = DKK 13,000.
Academics
Odense International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 4 to 16.
Curriculum
Odense International School provides high-quality international education in English for children aged 5–16, and is a Cambridge International Examinations Centre. Teaching is enquiry-based and skill-focused, with curriculum planning reflecting the local environment and global perspectives. In Primary School, students follow the Cambridge International Curriculum, with cross-curricular projects and Danish language instruction; French is introduced in Upper Primary (Grade 6). Danish language continues to be taught in Upper Primary, with Grade 6 introducing a new foreign language (French). Upper Secondary consists of Secondary 10 and Secondary 11, leading to the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and, after completion, graduates may continue to the Diploma Years of the International Baccalaureate programme, to a Danish high school, or to a Danish business or trade school. Most Key Stage 4 students take 8–9 IGCSE subjects, organized into languages, humanities & social sciences, sciences, mathematics, and creative & professional, with Cambridge ICE awarded for seven passed subjects when criteria are met.
Exam Results
Exam results among Denmark's top ten annually.
Higher Education Progression
After completing IGCSE, graduates are poised to continue on to the Diploma Years of the International Baccalaureate programme, to a Danish high school, or to a Danish business or trade school.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Wellbeing principles are Connect, Give, Take Notice, Keep Learning, Be Active. The school provides a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning needs, socially and academically, are met by dedicated and professional staff.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All lessons are taught in English. The international department is limited to pupils whose academic language is English.
Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing principles are Connect, Give, Take Notice, Keep Learning, Be Active; the environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive.
Safeguarding
Zero tolerance for bullying; inclusion and diversity are at the forefront; bullying is not allowed and is actively monitored by staff; staff are trained to recognise early signs and implement an action plan; Pink Shirt Day is observed; as a school in Denmark, staff intervene at the earliest possible time.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Enquire. Submit a free enquiry to check for availability via OpenApply; fill in the required information and click Proceed to Enquiry. 2. Submit an Application Online & Schedule a Tour. Submit an online application, pay the application fee, and book a school tour by emailing the admissions officer. 3. Upload Required School & Supporting Documentation. Upload documents in OpenApply. P1 applicants provide a reference letter and a school readiness report from the previous kindergarten. P2–S10 provide progress or school reports for the last two academic years and a reference letter from the current school detailing academic skills, social skills, and any learning support; if the language of instruction is not English, include an English language assessment. 4. Application Review. The admissions team reviews the application and the documentation submitted. The team meets twice monthly to consider new applications. 5. Admissions Decision. There are three outcomes. First, if a place is available, an offer is made and a deposit is required to secure the place; the deposit is nonrefundable if the child does not start on the agreed date. Second, if a place is not available, the child joins the waiting pool. Third, if the school determines the applicant would not benefit from the programme, the application is declined and the fee is nonrefundable.
Waitlist
If a place is not available in the appropriate class after an application is successful, the child will join our waiting pool.
FAQs
What curriculum does Odense International School follow?
Odense International School provides high-quality international education in English for children aged 5–16, and is a Cambridge International Examinations Centre.
What age range does Odense International School serve?
The school serves students from age 4 to 16.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Odense International School?
The school has approximately 237 students.
Where is Odense International School located?
Slotsvænget 3, 5000 Odense C, Denmark. The school is the International Department of Henriette Hørlücks Skole in Odense.
When was Odense International School established?
The school was established in 2011.
Who leads Odense International School?
The school is led by Johanne Skaanes-Allo.
Does the school provide learning support for students with special educational needs?
Learning needs, socially and academically, are met by dedicated and professional staff.
What languages are used for instruction?
All lessons are taught in English. The Cambridge International Examinations Centre is part of Odense International School, and the international department is limited to pupils whose academic language is English.
How do I apply to Odense International School?
1. Enquire. Submit a free enquiry to check for availability via OpenApply; fill in the required information and click Proceed to Enquiry. 2. Submit an Application Online & Schedule a Tour.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school provides weekly Art, Music & Drama in the Primary School. In Upper Primary, Art, Music & Drama, Design and Technology, and Physical Education are taught, and French is introduced in Grade 6.
