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Viking International School

Denmark, Copenhagen

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees DKK 38,797 - 174,405
Ages 5 - 14 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Danish, French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Viking International School is an independent, self-governing institution for learners aged five to fourteen. The curriculum blends the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with the Danish National Curriculum (Fælles Mål) and British National Curriculum, using cross-curricular topics to link subjects and foster international-mindedness. English is the primary language of instruction; Danish is taught daily, with music, art and PE delivered in Danish where possible. STEM features across the programme, including Maker Space challenges, biology and chemistry labs, and coding for every year group, with extracurricular STEM clubs extending learning. In IC9–IC11, students choose between International Track and Danish Track, with the International Track preparing students for international education opportunities. The School Charter, approved in 2020, guides vision, mission, values, and governance. Facilities include Maker Space, science labs, and Kildedal collaboration; AI tools via Microsoft Copilot from IC5 onward; Forest School KS1; mentoring and wellbeing provisions, including therapy dogs and a dog.

Agernhaven 2K, 2750 Ballerup, Denmark

The Essentials

Viking International School has instruction in English.

Location
Current location: Agernhaven 2K, 2750 Ballerup, Denmark. The school has been based at this site since its inception, with expansion plans underway. A new location will be one stop further on the C train line. A permanent campus is planned by 2030 adjacent to the Kildedal train station.

Stages
IC 1–IC 3 (KS1); IC 4–IC 6 (KS2); IC 7–IC 8 (KS3); IC 9–IC 11 (KS4). The primary language of instruction is English, with daily Danish and a Language of the Month programme.

Type
independent self-governing educational institution

School day structure
Morning Club 07:15 am – 08:15 am; School Hours 08:15 am – 02:15 pm; After School Club 02:15 pm – 05.00 pm
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school does not have a school uniform. Learners wear clothing appropriate to the weather and activities, and indoor shoes are worn inside.

Food Options
Students bring their own lunches and snacks. SFO provides a healthy snack for enrolled students that may be warm or cool depending on the day. The school does not provide warm meals or cooling services.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a School Charter approved by the Board on 11 June 2020 and published online on 1 July 2020; governance is overseen by a School Board (Søren Pap-Tolstrup, Board Chairman; Mushe Norestani, Board Vice Chairman; Ludmila Lafuente, Board Member; Priyanka Jhawar, Board Member; Farina Marriott, Board Member; Aleksandra Matuszek, Alternate Board Member). An Annual Report is published (2024).
Fees

Annual tuition at Viking International School ranges from DKK 38,797 to DKK 174,405 for 2026/27.

Application and Admission Fees
- Application Fee (non‑refundable): DKK 200.
- Admission / Registration Fee (non‑refundable): DKK 2,000.
- Refundable Deposit: DKK 7,700. The deposit is refundable provided three months' written notice of leaving is given and there are no outstanding fees.

Tuition fees (by programme / year group)
- General tuition (all standard year groups): DKK 3,527 per month, payable over 11 months (August–June). Annual total (11 months): DKK 38,797.
- Inclusion tuition (students requiring dedicated support services): DKK 15,855 per month, payable over 11 months. Annual total (11 months): DKK 174,405.
- Homeschooling options:
- Curriculum provided, no report: DKK 1,176 per month (11 months = DKK 12,936 per academic year).
- Curriculum supervised with reports issued: DKK 1,760 per month (11 months = DKK 19,360 per academic year).
- After‑ and before‑school care (SFO):
- SFO Light: DKK 100 per month (11 months = DKK 1,100 per year).
- Full SFO: DKK 1,750 per month (11 months = DKK 19,250 per year).
- SFO Camp: free for full SFO members; DKK 1,200 per week for non‑members.
- Extra‑curricular clubs: seasonal pricing per class (billed separately). Klub provision billed via Ballerup Kommune where applicable.

Sibling discount
- DKK 350 per month discount applied to the main school tuition for each subsequently enrolled sibling who is concurrently enrolled.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are structured and billed across 11 months of the academic year (August–June); no tuition is charged for July. Fees are payable in advance and must be received no later than the first day of each month.
- The school issues a yearly payment overview (updated when additional services are added) rather than separate monthly invoices for every line item.
- Late payment and non‑payment:
- Reminder and late‑fee regime applies; initial reminder fees and subsequent reminder fees are applied (first reminder DKK 100; second and third reminders each incur an additional DKK 100 in the published fee schedule). Continued non‑payment may result in the student's place being at risk and referral of outstanding debts to collection.
- Changes to programme enrollment (including SFO changes) require written notice; standard notice periods apply (e.g., 30 days for program changes; three months' notice for withdrawal affecting deposit refund).

Payment methods and transaction fees
- Direct Debit (PBS Betalingsservice) is the standard and required payment method for enrolled families; families will be provided the information needed to sign up. A charge applies if Direct Debit is not activated within the school's stated timeframe.
- Alternative payment options and associated fees:
- PayPal: per‑invoice fee listed in the tuition schedule (DKK 150 per invoice).
- International bank transfer and credit‑card payments: accepted by arrangement; an additional transaction fee is applied (DKK 300 in the school's payment policy).
- Business‑to‑business invoicing is available by contacting admissions/finance.

Other administrative and incidental fees
- Transfer certificate: DKK 150.
- Lost or damaged book / school materials: DKK 125 or the replacement cost if higher.
- Late pickup fees: DKK 250 per occurrence.
- Pickup outside of school hours: DKK 400 per occurrence.
- Optional class fund for parent‑organisation events: DKK 150 per year.

Boarding provision
- The school does not offer boarding; care options provided are before/after‑school SFO services.

Refunds and deposit handling
- The refundable deposit (DKK 7,700) is refunded subject to three months' notice of leaving and settlement of any outstanding fees. If outstanding fees exceed the deposit, the student's enrolment may be terminated.
Academics

Viking International School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 5 to 14.

Curriculum
The curriculum combines the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with the Danish National Curriculum (Fælles Mål) and the British National Curriculum to provide a strong international foundation. The curriculum is organized into cross-curricular topics that help students make meaningful links between subjects. The primary language of instruction is English, with daily Danish instruction; music, art, and PE are taught in Danish as much as possible depending on language levels. STEM is embedded across the curriculum with Maker Space challenges, biology and chemistry labs, and coding for every year group, plus extracurricular STEM clubs. In IC9–IC11, students choose between two learning pathways: the International Track and the Danish Track; the International Track prepares students for international education opportunities.

Student Teacher Ratio
High teacher-to-student ratios.

Higher Education Progression
The International Track prepares students for international education opportunities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a weekly wellbeing class for all students that teaches how to form relationships, understand their own emotions, and learn strategies for regulating emotions and communication. A school dog supports wellbeing and provides emotional comfort in the classroom. Mental health is prioritized as part of the learning environment.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The primary language of instruction is English. Danish is taught daily. The school celebrates home languages and uses a Language of the Month programme to share words, songs, and stories from students' home languages.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental health is prioritized through weekly wellbeing lessons and mentoring to support both academic and emotional development. The school dog provides ongoing emotional support and contributes to classroom calm.

Safeguarding
The Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, effective January 1, 2025, outlines a child-centred approach and responsibilities for all staff to prevent, identify, and respond to concerns about abuse, neglect, radicalisation, negative social control, honour-related norms, or any harm. The Designated Safeguarding Lead is Kristin Barron with Deputy DSL Jenny Hudson Vismark; staff must read the policy, report concerns promptly, and complete safeguarding training annually. Mandatory reporting duties under Danish law are in place, and the school collaborates with external services such as Børn og Familie and the police. Safeguarding in the curriculum covers personal safety, digital safety, democratic values, respect and inclusion, how to seek help, and awareness of bullying and coercive control. Records are stored securely in line with GDPR, and the school undergoes external supervision for compliance.
Parent Experience

History
Viking International School operates under a formal School Charter. The Charter was approved by the School Board on 11 June 2020 and published online on 1 July 2020. The Charter outlines the school's vision, mission, values and goals to guide decision-making and daily practice. The School Board includes Chair Søren Pap-Tolstrup, Vice Chair Mushe Norestani, and Board Members Ludmila Lafuente, Priyanka Jhawar, Farina Marriott, and Aleksandra Matuszek (Alternate).

Community
Friends of VIS strengthens cultures and builds community. Each class elects Friends of VIS representatives to serve as a liaison between teachers and families. Friends of VIS volunteers organize and support cultural and community events, and may initiate additional events such as class-wide play dates. Families are welcome to join Friends of VIS to help create a welcoming and connected community for both new and returning families. Family Zone provides resources for families, including the VIS Parent Guide and the Integrating and Assessing Denmark Guide, created in collaboration with the PTA; Moving to Denmark offers a Pre-Arrival guide and a Ukrainian-language welcome book.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Friends of VIS is the school's Parent-Teacher Association. Class representatives are elected each year to serve as a liaison between teachers and families. Friends of VIS volunteers organize and support cultural and community events, and may initiate additional events such as class-wide play dates. All families are welcome to join Friends of VIS to help create a welcoming and connected community for new and returning families. The PTA collaborates with the school to develop family resources, including the VIS Parent Guide and the Integrating and Assess Denmark Guide.
Facilities

Academic Facilities
From an early age, students explore Maker Space challenges such as creating patterned and tessellated paper-doll fashions, investigating symmetry in architecture, and experimenting with boat design. As students grow, learners use the biology and chemistry lab for projects such as DNA extraction, robotics, and real-world problem-solving projects, including the ongoing Kildedal collaboration. AI is integrated through the Microsoft suite, including Copilot, from IC5 onward to support learning and responsible use of AI. Danish language instruction is strong; Music, Art, and PE are taught in Danish as much as possible, depending on students' language levels.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Beyond the classroom, Extracurricular STEM clubs are offered, including STEM club, Mini-physics club, Scratch and Scratch Jr, Coding, Eco-inventors, Podcasting, and Movie making, among others.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) together with the Danish National Curriculum to create a child-centered, internationally grounded learning environment. Curriculum units are meaningful, engaging, and designed to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence at every year level. STEM is a core focus, with hands-on projects in biology, chemistry, robotics, and coding, plus Maker Space activities throughout the curriculum. English is the primary language of instruction, with daily Danish and a Language of the Month program to celebrate home languages.

Arts & Creative
Art and Music are taught, with Visual Arts Teaching Plan and Music Teaching Plan indicating formal study of the arts. In KS2, students engage in drama, voice projection, and creative arts as part of their learning. The curriculum integrates arts with other subjects through cross-curricular topics, fostering creativity across disciplines. The school song celebrates the diverse community and reflects student involvement in the arts.

Cultural & Language
Danish language is taught through a Danish program that blends strong Danish pedagogical traditions with an international environment, offering Danish language and cultural experiences within the school. In daily Danish tuition, the curriculum mirrors Danish approaches to language acquisition, ensuring students meet or exceed Danish educational expectations. All learners have Danish daily, English is the primary language of instruction, and a Language of the Month program celebrates home languages; French and Danish teaching plans are also part of the curriculum. The school provides two language tracks: an International Track and a Danish Track, with the Danish Track including 10 hours of Danish weekly to prepare for Gymnasium entry.

Social & Hobbies
Morning Club and After School Club provide before- and after-school care, with structured activities extending the day. Seasonal Extra-Curricular Clubs are offered after school, with brochures detailing current offerings. The School Song, created by learners, reinforces community identity and celebrates diversity. Forest School is available for KS1, with three hours of outdoor learning each week to build teamwork and a love of nature.

Community & Service
Friends of VIS volunteers strengthen cultures and build community, with class representatives serving as liaisons between teachers and families and coordinating events. The Family Zone provides practical guidance for families, including guides on integrating into Denmark. VIS participates in associations such as the Danish International Schools Network (DISN) and the Nordic Network of International Schools, reflecting a commitment to collaboration and external partnerships.

Leadership & Professional
Each student is paired with a personal mentor who supports wellbeing, learning strategies, and future goals, helping students navigate their personal development. Teaching includes electives in arts, technology, and entrepreneurship, especially in IC9–IC11, enabling leadership-style inquiry and career exploration. Weekly wellbeing lessons and an ongoing mentoring program support students' academic and emotional growth, with the school dog contributing to classroom calm and connection.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is prioritised with a weekly wellbeing PSHE program and mentoring to develop relationships, emotional understanding, and communication strategies; two therapy dogs support student welfare. Forest School sessions for younger students foster physical activity, outdoor learning, and a connection with nature. The approach emphasizes mental health, safe learning environments, and values-based education within a supportive, child-centered framework.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language for core subjects, with Danish taught daily. The Danish program blends Danish and English instruction to meet Danish educational requirements and to promote gradual language fluency, with Music, Art, and PE taught in Danish as much as possible. English as an Additional Language and Danish as an Additional Language programs are available at no extra cost, with ongoing assessment.

Bilingual Teaching
The primary language of the school is English with a strong emphasis on Danish. Core subjects (Unit of Work), Literacy, and Math occur in English, and some specialist classes (Wellbeing, Drama, and Physical Education) are taught in English. Danish is taught daily, and Art and Music are taught in a mix of Danish and English depending on students' language acquisition level. The Danish program offers students the opportunity to experience Danish language and values within an international environment with gradual fluency.

Immersion Programs
Danish language instruction is integrated daily, and Music, Art, and Physical Education are taught in Danish as much as possible. The Danish program focuses on gradual fluency. English as an Additional Language and Danish as an Additional Language programs support students who arrive with little English or little Danish.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Fill in the admissions request form and schedule an optional school tour. The Admissions Portal handles inquiries or applications. The VIS Admissions Team supports families through all aspects of the application process.

2. Submit recent school reports and authorize a staff member at your child's current educational institution to fill in the VIS questionnaire. This helps VIS gather information about your child's prior schooling and placement. You may be asked to provide additional documents as part of the application process.

3. Child-Centered Assessment via Trial Days, Assessment Morning (prospective IC 1), and/or online interview. These assessments provide opportunities for your child to experience VIS's classroom environment. The results help determine readiness and fit for the program. The admissions decision will consider these assessments alongside other materials.

4. Once admission has been offered, sign the contract and pay the admission fee and refundable deposit (9700 DKK total). The contract confirms placement and terms. The deposit is refundable with three months' notice and subject to no outstanding fees.

5. The school will send all pre-arrival welcome documents so that you and your child feel ready for their first day of school. The documents cover logistics and next steps.

Waitlist
Waitlist: If a grade level is at capacity, eligible students may be placed on a waitlist and offered admission if space becomes available.
School Events
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