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DNS Costa Blanca is located in Alfaz del Pi, Alicante Province. The school was established in 1972 and is a well-established Norwegian school abroad, offering primary, middle, and upper secondary education. It is a private school with government support and is owned by the Fundacion Noruega Costa Blanca. The school has Norwegian teaching staff and follows the same curricula and regulations as the Norwegian public school system. Since the 2004/2005 school year, all students can complete the 13-year Norwegian education path. The Norwegian government covers 85% of the costs, making school fees relatively low.
DNS Costa Blanca offers full-time primary education for grades 1–10 with up to 204 students and upper secondary education with VG1, VG2, and VG3 studies specialization. The school emphasizes systematic student development. Spanish language instruction is offered to all students. The pedagogical platform describes a varied approach to learning with diverse teaching methods and materials; students participate in choosing learning methods and are regarded as resources. The school aims for a holistic, contextual approach to learning and closer collaboration to support adapted education.
The school provides a rich extracurricular program for children and adults. There is a school after-school care program (SFO) with activity offerings for students from 1st to 4th grade from September through May. Social gatherings strengthen the community with tapas-style events and trips. Spanish language instruction is available to all students.
Den Norske Skole Costa Blanca is a private Norwegian school abroad located in Alfaz del Pi, Alicante. Established in 1972, it offers primary (grades 1–10) and upper secondary (VG1–VG3) education, following the same curricula and regulations as the Norwegian public system and staffed by Norwegian teachers. The school runs a 13-year Norwegian education path with up to 204 students, and the Norwegian government covers about 85% of costs, keeping fees comparatively affordable. The Bespoke Curriculum combines Norwegian standards with local context, and students study languages, including Spanish, with instruction available to all pupils. From 4th grade, each pupil has a PC/Chromebook to support project- and theme-based learning. The school provides systematic pupil development, contemporary pedagogy, and a holistic approach. A school-after-care program (SFO) serves 1st–4th graders September through May. DNS Costa Blanca also engages in Erasmus+ activities and maintains an active community through social events and international partnerships. With pride.
