Aalesund International School

Norway, Aalesund

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees NOK 24,720

Ages 6 - 15 years

Pupil numbers 120

Type Co-educational

Opened 2012

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Korean Curriculum

Taught languages English, Norwegian, Spanish

Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Primary School, Middle School

Introduction

Aalesund International School (AaIS) is a co-educational school for students aged 6 to 15, located on a campus in Gåseid between Ålesund center and Moa/Spjelkavik area. The school offers IB programs (PYP and MYP) alongside elements of Korean curriculum. The primary program uses transdisciplinary inquiry across six units of inquiry each year, integrating language, mathematics, science, social studies, art and physical education through inquiry‑based learning. English is the language of instruction; Norwegian is taught weekly, and Spanish is offered during the school day with clubs after school. In the middle years, the Norwegian national curriculum is delivered in an interdisciplinary way, with emphasis on holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication. AaIS features a library with over 7,000 books, a makerspace with a 3D printer and VR equipment, and a music room. The campus includes a gym, an astroturf field and a basketball court, with outdoor spaces for activities and trips.

aais.no

Borgundvegen 418, 6015 Ålesund, Norway

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The Essentials

Location

Visit address: Borgundvegen 418, 6015 Ålesund; campus located at Gåseid, about halfway between the Ålesund center and the Moa/Spjelkavik suburban center.

Stages

Primary and middle school for ages 6-15.

Type

International school, co-educational

Pupil Nationality Mix

Approximately 120 students representing over 30 nationalities.

Country affiliation

Norway

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Fees

School fees (summary)

- School fees are billed in 10 monthly instalments from September to June.

Monthly tuition (per enrolled child)

- NOK 2,595 per month for the first enrolled child.
- NOK 1,947 per month for each additional (sibling) child.
- NOK 525 per month for a third and any subsequent child.

Annual figures cited in enrolment materials

- Annual school fee shown in enrolment materials: NOK 24,720 for the first child and NOK 18,540 for a sibling.

Tuition structure by year group

- Tuition is charged per enrolled child rather than being differentiated by year group; the fee schedule is presented as a flat per-child charge (see monthly and annual figures above).

Application fees

- No separate application fee is published in the school's enrolment or fees information.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing schedule: fees are invoiced as 10 monthly instalments covering September through June. Specific invoice due dates, late-payment penalties, or detailed payment terms are not published in the fee summary.

Boarding fees

- The school does not operate a boarding programme; boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and school-provided services

- School-Age Childcare (SFO) is provided (including six weeks of holiday care), but published fee listings do not state a separate SFO charge.
- Transport: eligible students are entitled to a free bus card under the stated transport criteria (distance/municipality rules); explicit charges for daily transport are not listed.
- No published, itemised charges for uniforms, textbooks, technology, excursions or extracurricular activities appear in the school's publicly posted fees pages.

Refunds and withdrawal

- No published refund or withdrawal fee schedule is provided in the available fee and enrolment materials. Specific refund conditions and any pro‑rata calculations are not stated in the fee summary.

Fee payment options

- Payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, credit card or online payment portal) are not specified in the published fee pages or enrolment form summary. Parents are directed to the school office for administrative matters.

Brief summary of findings and gaps

- Published, explicit items: billing cadence (10 monthly instalments, Sept–June), the monthly per‑child amounts (NOK 2,595 / NOK 1,947 / NOK 525) and an alternative annual figure shown in enrolment materials (NOK 24,720 first child; NOK 18,540 sibling).
- Not published or not specified in the available materials: any application fee amount, detailed invoice due dates and late‑payment penalties, the school's accepted payment methods, a formal refund policy or pro‑rata withdrawal rules, itemised charges for uniforms/textbooks/activities, and separate SFO pricing.

Academics

Curriculum

AaIS uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum that integrates subject disciplines into a coherent whole. Primary students work on six units of inquiry each year: Who we are; Where we are in place and time; How we express ourselves; How the world works; How we organize ourselves; and Sharing the planet. Within these units, language, mathematics, science, social studies, art and personal, social and physical education are integrated, with curriculum mapping ensuring coverage. The language of instruction is English; Norwegian is taught weekly, and Spanish is offered during the school day with clubs after school. In the middle years, the Norwegian national curriculum is taught in an interdisciplinary way with a focus on holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication. The Learner Profile, a set of ten attributes, guides student development.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes. Approximately 120 students in total.

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FAQs

Where is Aalesund International School located and what is the campus like?

AaIS is located at Borgundvegen 418, 6015 Ålesund, Norway, with the campus at Gåseid between the Ålesund center and the Moa/Spjelkavik area. The building is about 2000 square meters and includes classrooms, a library, a makerspace, a music room, a cafe/kitchen and a gymnasium, plus an outdoor space with an astroturf field.

What age range does AaIS serve and is it co-educational?

AaIS serves students aged 6 to 15, covering primary and middle school ages. It is a co-educational school.

What curriculum and languages are used at AaIS?

AaIS follows a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum with six units of inquiry in the primary years. The language of instruction is English, with weekly Norwegian lessons and Spanish offered during the school day with clubs after school. The school is IB Primary Years Programme authorized and uses an interdisciplinary approach for the middle years.

What are the tuition fees and how are they billed?

Tuition is billed in 10 monthly installments from September to June. The first enrolled child pays NOK 2,595 per month, with NOK 1,947 per month for each additional child and NOK 525 per month for a third or subsequent child; the annual figures are NOK 24,720 for the first child and NOK 18,540 for a sibling.

Is there a separate application fee at AaIS?

There is no published separate application fee in the enrolment materials. The enrolment information does not list any additional application charges.

Is transport or after-school care included?

Eligible students are entitled to a free bus card under distance/municipality rules; explicit daily transport charges are not listed. School-Age Childcare (SFO) is provided, including six weeks of holiday care, but a separate SFO fee is not published.

What is AaIS's academic approach and IB affiliation?

AaIS uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum with six units of inquiry in the primary years. It is IB Primary Years Programme authorized, and the middle years follow the Norwegian national curriculum in an interdisciplinary, inquiry‑based approach.

How is language taught and supported at AaIS?

The language of instruction is English; Norwegian is taught weekly and Spanish is offered during the day with after‑school clubs. Norwegian language development is supported through weekly mother-tongue support and through Language and Literature (L.L.) and Language Acquisition (L.A.) classes in either Norwegian or English.

What are class sizes and overall student numbers like at AaIS?

AaIS maintains small class sizes and has about 120 students in total across the campus.

What facilities are available on the AaIS campus?

The campus is roughly 2000 square meters and includes classrooms, workrooms, a library, a makerspace, a music room, a cafe/kitchen and a gymnasium, located at Gåseid.

What can you tell me about the library and the makerspace at AaIS?

The library houses over 7,000 books in English, Norwegian and other languages and uses Follett Destiny as its library system. The makerspace features a state-of-the-art 3D printer and virtual reality equipment.

What sports and outdoor facilities does the AaIS campus offer?

There is a gymnasium with equipment for various sports, and the outdoor area includes a multisport astroturf field and a basketball court, supporting regular physical education.

What extracurricular activities are available, especially language clubs?

Spanish is taught during the day with beginner and intermediate Spanish clubs after school. The school also offers SFO with activities, local trips, and seasonal activities such as swimming for certain years and a Ski Day.

Are there leadership or community service programs at AaIS?

Specific leadership programs and community service opportunities are not detailed in the available information, though the school emphasizes a humanitarian and inclusive mission.

What arts and culture resources support creativity at AaIS?

AaIS has a makerspace for arts and crafts, design and science projects with a 3D printer and VR equipment, and a music room with instruments like pianos, ukuleles and drums, complemented by a well-stocked library.

How does AaIS support student wellbeing and safeguarding?

A dedicated Social Worker supports students' social, emotional and personal development and collaborates with families and external agencies. Safeguarding is a priority, and all appointments are subject to background checks.

Is there support for students with diverse learning needs?

AaIS has a Social Worker with experience supporting children with diverse learning or developmental needs to help coordinate support within the school.

Is mental wellbeing a focus at AaIS?

Yes, mental wellbeing is prioritized, and the Social Worker works with staff to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Is boarding offered at AaIS?

No, AaIS does not operate a boarding programme; it is a day school.

What about dining and meals on campus?

Kenny's cafe is on-site and provides meals and snacks for students, including primary students, in a social dining environment.

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