Denmark, Copenhagen
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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
Viking International School has instruction in English.
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.
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.
independent self-governing educational institution
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
Annual tuition at Viking International School ranges from DKK 38,797 to DKK 174,405 for 2026/27.
Viking International School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 5 to 14.
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.
High teacher-to-student ratios.
The International Track prepares students for international education opportunities.
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: If a grade level is at capacity, eligible students may be placed on a waitlist and offered admission if space becomes available.
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