Gjovikregionen International School

Norway, Gjovik

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees NOK 32,450 - 34,650

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 183

Type Co-educational

Opened 2015

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)

Taught languages Norwegian, German

Typical class size 20

Strengths Languages, Sport, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Community and Service, Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative

Stages Primary School, Middle School

Introduction

GIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1–6 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 7–10. Located at Studieveien 17 on Gjovik University Campus, the school benefits from campus resources and proximity to NTNU. GIS opened in August 2015 and has grown to about 183 students for the 2024/25 year, with waiting lists in several grades. The IB framework shapes a transdisciplinary curriculum, including Norwegian language classes and English as the language of instruction; German has been taught since 2016. Graduates can continue IB education through the Diploma Programme at IB schools worldwide, including Gjøvik and Elverum High Schools. Facilities include a two-section library with PYP and MYP spaces, a Campus Arena for indoor PE, and a football pitch for outdoor lessons. After-school activities run in cycles; the Student Council coordinates service projects such as World Food Day and The Giving Tree.

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Studieveien 17, 2815 Gjøvik, Norway

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The Essentials

Location

Gjøvik University Campus, Gjvik, Norway

Stages

Primary Years Programme (Grades 1
6) and Middle Years Programme (Grades 70)

Type

IB World School offering PYP and MYP

Additional learning support

Homeroom teacher is the first contact for concerns; SENCo coordinates further steps; GIS uses a data-centered approach to identify students who need additional support; may involve PPT assessments and an Individualised Education Plan (IEP).

Country affiliation

Norway

School day structure

School day starts at 8:30 AM; ends at 3:05 PM (except Wednesdays when the last lesson ends at 12:00 PM).

Bus service

School transport is provided; eligibility based on distance, safety, or disability; parents apply via an online form; contact Kari Anne Brovold for transport inquiries.

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Fees

Application fees

- No separate application fee is charged.

Tuition fees (by year group)

- Grades 1–7: NOK 2,950 per month. Charged 11 times per year, giving an annual tuition of NOK 32,450.

- Grades 8–10: NOK 3,150 per month. Charged 11 times per year, giving an annual tuition of NOK 34,650.

Per-term breakdown (calculated from the monthly fee × invoiced months per term using the 2026/2027 calendar)

- For the 2026/2027 calendar the school year months fall as follows: Term 1 (August–December) = 5 invoiced months; Term 2 (January–April) = 4 invoiced months; Term 3 (May–June) = 2 invoiced months. Using the school's 11-month charging pattern, per-term amounts are therefore calculated as monthly fee × number of invoiced months in that term.

- Grades 1–7 (monthly NOK 2,950):
- Term 1 (Aug–Dec, 5 months): NOK 14,750.
- Term 2 (Jan–Apr, 4 months): NOK 11,800.
- Term 3 (May–Jun, 2 months): NOK 5,900.

- Grades 8–10 (monthly NOK 3,150):
- Term 1 (Aug–Dec, 5 months): NOK 15,750.
- Term 2 (Jan–Apr, 4 months): NOK 12,600.
- Term 3 (May–Jun, 2 months): NOK 6,300.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is charged 11 times per year and invoices are issued monthly.

- Contract and due-date rule: applications may be withdrawn without consequence before November 1st; after November 1st a signed contract is required and the first installment of the tuition fee must be paid within two weeks of signing.

Boarding fees

- No boarding is provided; the school operates as a day school. There are no boarding fees.

Other costs and fees

- Childcare (SFO) is not included in the monthly tuition and is charged separately. Published SFO fees for 2025–2026 are:
- Full time: NOK 3,000 per month.
- Mornings: NOK 2,050 per month.
- Afternoons: NOK 1,550 per month.
- Wednesdays: NOK 1,030 per month.
- Drop-in: NOK 320 per day.
- Students in Grades 1–3 are provided with 12 hours of free after-school care per week. Fees are adjusted yearly.

- School trips and off-site visits: individual trips are approved and communicated to parents in advance; parents are charged separately for trip costs as stated in the trip information/consent letter.

- After-school clubs: a range of clubs is offered; clubs run by external providers carry a separate fee which parents agree to pay on signing up.

- School supplies: the published tuition fee covers school tuition and school supplies; childcare (SFO) is explicitly excluded from the tuition fee.

- Uniform: no separate uniform fee is published as a mandatory school charge alongside the tuition and listed ancillary fees above.

Refund / withdrawal information

- Applications may be withdrawn at any time before November 1st without consequence. After that date families enter a binding contract and the first installment becomes due (see Contract and Payment).

Fee payment options and related notes

- Invoices are issued monthly and payment is due as stated on each invoice. The school provides direct contact details (email and telephone) for administrative and payment queries. Specific payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit card, etc.) are not listed in the public fee and policy documents; payment instructions are provided on invoices or via the school's administrative contacts.

Academics

Curriculum

IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1-6 and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 7-10; GIS is an IB World School.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are well prepared to continue their education in the IB Diploma Programme at any IB school in the world, including Gjøvik and Elverum High Schools.

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Admissions

1) GIS has rolling admissions; applications can be submitted at any time during the academic year as long as places are available. Each class accepts up to 20 students. Parents are encouraged to visit GIS to inform their decision, and visits can be arranged in person or virtually through the contact section. 2) For Grade 1 admissions, the application window opens on May 1 and remains open until May 31. Applications are acknowledged by email within five business days and applicants are informed of the availability of places. All Grade 1 applications are collected and reviewed at the beginning of June; admissions are granted based on the Priority Criteria rather than first-come, first-served. 3) If the number of applicants exceeds 20, those not offered a place will be placed on a waiting list. Applicants submitting their applications after May 31 will also have the opportunity to be added to the waiting list. 4) Priority Criteria for Admissions are listed in order of importance: 1) Children of GIS staff and board members; 2) Siblings; 3) International students; 4) Students living in the Gj6vik region; 5) Date of registered application. 5) Acceptance and contract: Applicants offered admission have one week to accept or decline; if no reply, the offer is considered declined. Applications are not binding and can be withdrawn before November 1; after November 1, a contract must be signed and the first installment of the tuition fee is due within two weeks. Visit arrangements can be made by requesting an appointment through the contact section.

Waitlist

If the number of Grade 1 applicants exceeds 20, those not offered a place are placed on a waiting list. Applicants submitting their applications after May 31 will also have the opportunity to be added to the waiting list. Waiting list priority is determined by: 1) Children of GIS staff and board members; 2) Siblings; 3) International students; 4) Students living in the Gjvik region; 5) Date of registered application.

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FAQs

Where is Gjovikregionen International School located, and what grades does it serve?

GIS is on the Gjøvik University Campus in Gjøvik, Norway. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme for Grades 1–6 and the IB Middle Years Programme for Grades 7–10, and it is a co‑educational day school.

Which IB programmes are offered and what does being an IB World School mean for my child?

GIS offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1–6 and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 7–10. As an IB World School, graduates are prepared to pursue the IB Diploma Programme at IB World Schools worldwide, including local options.

Is GIS a day school or does it offer boarding?

GIS operates as a day school with no boarding facilities. There are no boarding fees or options.

What are the tuition fees, and how are they billed?

Tuition is NOK 2,950 per month for Grades 1–7 and NOK 3,150 per month for Grades 8–10. Fees are billed 11 times per year via monthly invoices, with term amounts calculated from the monthly fee. Tuition covers school tuition and supplies; childcare (SFO) is charged separately.

Are there any application fees or deposits for GIS?

There is no separate application fee. Applications may be withdrawn before November 1 without consequence; after November 1 a signed contract is required and the first installment is due within two weeks of signing.

How does the admissions process work, and is there a waitlist?

GIS uses rolling admissions with up to 20 places per class. If there are more applicants than places for Grade 1, a waiting list is used. Priority criteria for admission include GIS staff/board children, siblings, international students, students living in Gjøvik region, and date of application.

How large are classes at GIS?

Each class accepts up to 20 students. This cap helps keep class sizes manageable across grades.

How is language taught at GIS?

The language of instruction is English. Norwegian language classes are offered to native and non-native speakers in Grades 1–6, and German is introduced in Grade 7, with a focus on supporting mother tongue development.

How are students prepared for higher education or the IB Diploma Programme?

Graduates are well prepared to continue their IB education through the Diploma Programme at IB World Schools worldwide, including local options like Gjøvik and Elverum High Schools.

What campus facilities do GIS students use?

GIS is located on Gjovik University Campus and benefits from campus facilities. PE lessons occur on the nearby football pitch in good weather and in the Campus Arena during rain; the library has two sections for PYP and MYP with age‑appropriate collections.

Is there a school canteen, and how do meals work?

GIS does not operate a canteen; students bring lunch and a snack. Lunch is divided into two periods, with specific times for outdoor and kitchen meals, and a water bottle is recommended for class.

What kinds of after‑school activities are available?

A range of after‑school clubs is offered by GIS and external providers. Clubs run in two cycles (through November and in January), some with fees, and details are shared via the school newsletter.

What leadership and student involvement opportunities exist?

The Student Council comprises elected representatives from every class and meets weekly with an advisor to plan events. Roles include President, Treasurer and Vice President, and there is an Activity Leader Programme to develop leadership and event management skills.

What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions does GIS have?

GIS has a dedicated school nurse and safeguarding policies, including an Inclusion Policy and a Complaint Resolution Policy. The school focuses on a safe psychosocial environment and overall student wellbeing.

How does GIS support Norwegian language and multilingual development?

Norwegian language classes support speaking, reading, and writing standards, and there are resources to maintain students' mother tongues. The school also emphasizes English as the main language of instruction and supports multilingual development.

Is there a school uniform at GIS?

GIS does not have a formal uniform. There is a dress code that requires appropriate daily attire, with rules such as no caps indoors and closed shoes indoors for labs and the gym.

How is GIS governed?

GIS is governed by a board comprising representatives from contributing organizations, including a parent representative, teaching and non‑teaching staff, the Student Council president, and a local authority representative. The board meets several times a year and oversees the school's overall running.

What accreditations does GIS hold?

GIS is an IB World School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme from July 2018 and the Middle Years Programme from June 2019, enabling graduates to pursue the IB Diploma Programme at IB World Schools worldwide.

What languages are taught beyond English, and how are these delivered?

English is the language of instruction; Norwegian is taught to Grade 1–6, and German begins in Grade 7. The school supports mother tongue development to complement multilingual growth.

When was GIS founded and how has it grown over time?

GIS opened in August 2015 on the Gjovik University Campus. It has grown from about 30 students in its first year to 183 students in 2024/2025, and features a active Student Council and Parents Council.

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