Denmark, Copenhagen
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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
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.
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.