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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Den Norske Skolen Málaga (DNS Málaga) is a private Norwegian primary and lower secondary school located on Costa del Sol, in Benalmádena and Arroyo de la Miel. It serves pupils aged 6 to 16 in grades 1–10. The school follows a bespoke Norwegian curriculum with a strong emphasis on personal development, well‑being and inclusive learning. Highly qualified teachers use varied teaching methods and modern learning technology to create engaging instruction that prepares students for further education and lifelong learning. The campus includes bright, air‑conditioned classrooms, science, art and music rooms, a library and a culture hall for performances. Outdoor spaces feature a playground updated in 2022, a paddle court and a covered ball court, supporting active learning. DNS Málaga offers after‑school activities and elective subjects such as Media and Communications, plus a low‑threshold Spanish course to aid integration. Admission is limited to Norwegian citizens, reflecting the school's origins and governance.
Colegio Noruego Costa del Sol, Av. Cerro del Viento, s/n, 29631 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain
The Essentials
Den Norske Skolen Malaga has 140 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in Norwegian.
Location
Avenida Cerro Del Viento s/n, Arroyo De La Miel, 29631 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain.
Stages
Grades 1–10.
Type
Private Norwegian primary and lower secondary school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
All students are Norwegian citizens.
Additional learning support
Digital tools serve as learning support; every student from 1st grade has an iPad for learning support, enabling differentiated instruction and ongoing assessment. Parents pay a 100 euro cash deposit for the iPads, refundable when the student leaves; Mac computers are available at the school as needed.
Country affiliation
Norway
School day structure
The school calendar is adapted to both Spanish and Norwegian conditions. The first day of the school year is August 25, 2025, and the last day is June 19, 2026. Norway's National Day (May 17) is an obligatory school day.
Fees
Annual tuition at Den Norske Skolen Malaga ranges from EUR 2,905 to EUR 3,750 for 2026/27.
Application / enrollment fee
- Primary (1.–7. trinn): EUR 525. - Lower secondary / Youth (8.–10. trinn): EUR 565. - The enrollment fee is payable on receipt of an offer and is due within the time stated on the offer (standard deadline: 14 days). The enrollment fee is offset against the last two months the pupil is enrolled. A full refund of the enrollment fee is given only if the parent/guardian cancels by using the 14‑day withdrawal right after accepting the place.
Tuition (term) fees, by year group (per term) and annual totals
- Sibling discount: full fee is charged for the eldest child; from the second child there is a discount of EUR 176 for the Autumn term and EUR 264 for the Spring term.
Canteen and other recurring school charges
- Canteen fee (paid with term fee): - Autumn term: EUR 250. - Spring term: EUR 320. - Note: the canteen offers a voluntary warm-meal service; approximate daily cost ≈ EUR 2.50.
- iPad deposit: EUR 100 (paid in cash as a deposit for loaned iPads). This deposit is returned when the pupil leaves the school.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Terms are invoiced by term. - Standard payment deadlines: Autumn term payment due by 1 March; Spring term payment due by 10 December (dates shown on the term invoice). - The enrollment fee is normally invoiced/offset on the spring-term invoice and must be paid by the deadline stated on the offer (standard 14 days for the current intake). For later intakes the deadline may be shorter. - Payment reference: always include the pupil's name and the term on the payment. - Consequences of late or missing payment: interest on overdue amounts and the case is referred to legal debt collection if unpaid 60 days after the due date.
Refunds and cancellations
- Withdrawal right: a 14‑day right of withdrawal applies from the moment a binding contract is entered; using this right within 14 days entitles the family to a full refund of the enrollment fee. - General refund policy: if the pupil leaves or the parents cancel after the applicable withdrawal period, paid enrollment fees and term fees are not refunded for the remainder of the agreed school year; the enrollment fee is treated as confirmation of the place and is applied against the pupil's final two months at the school. - The iPad deposit is refunded when the pupil leaves the school.
Boarding / residential provision
- There is no boarding provision; the school operates as a day school for pupils in grades 1–10.
Other one-off or incidental costs
- Costs for school trips, specialist activities, textbooks or materials may be charged separately when applicable; the canteen and iPad deposit listed above are the recurring non-tuition charges explicitly published. (Families should plan for occasional additional charges for excursions and special activities.)
Fee payment options and bank details
- Payment method: bank transfer to the school's account (use the pupil's name and term as reference). - Bank: Kutxabank (Fundacion Cultural Noruega). - IBAN: ES52 2095 8605 60 9167584714. - SWIFT/BIC: BASKES2BXXX. - The invoice indicates the payment reference and the account to be used; the school applies payments against the named pupil and the term.
Collections, reminders and enforcement
- Overdue invoices will incur interest charges. - If invoices remain unpaid 60 days after the due date, the matter is forwarded to legal debt collection; the school issues a written reminder prior to enforcement.
Academics
Den Norske Skolen Malaga teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 6 to 16.
Curriculum
The Norwegian School Málaga is a private Norwegian primary school for students in grades 1–10. Here, students have a safe and inclusive school day that addresses both academic and social needs. The school places emphasis on students' personal development and offers a learning environment that promotes well‑being and mastery. To ensure a future‑oriented education, the school has highly qualified teachers who use varied teaching methods and modern learning technology. This approach creates engaging instruction that prepares students for further education and lifelong learning.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a safe and inclusive daily learning environment. An inclusive learning environment is essential for students' academic and social development. The pedagogical profile centers on deep learning through interdisciplinary, theme-based teaching, and a learning environment that emphasizes dialogue, collaboration, and the development of communication and social skills. Dialogues and cooperative work are central to social learning, with teachers promoting respectful communication, empathy, and the ability to handle disagreements. Three golden rules guide student conduct: I am here to learn; I am here to help others learn; I am here to contribute so that everyone has a good experience. Rotary Marbella is a partner in this work and recognizes a student each year who excels in these efforts.
Mental Wellbeing
An inclusive learning environment is essential for students' academic and social development. The school works proactively to foster an inclusive community and a positive learning environment, with a focus on developing attitudes and values that support well-being. The motto We don't have rules, we have values guides the school's approach to character and wellbeing. Attitude-building work is carried out through activities, campaigns, and seminars in collaboration with the parents' association. Students report feeling seen and well cared for, and the school emphasizes a safe, supportive climate as a foundation for learning.
Safeguarding
If a student is suspected to be unsafe or not well at school, the school should be contacted immediately by families or staff. The school emphasizes safeguarding as part of its culture, ensuring that students and families feel seen and cared for and that concerns are addressed promptly.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Priority is given to students who already have a place. To confirm the place and secure admission, those who wish to exercise priority must apply by December 1, 2025 for the 2026/27 school year. The application is submitted through the application portal. 2. The regular application deadline is February 1, 2026 for the 2026/27 school year; after this date, placements are granted if there is capacity, on a waitlist basis. The application portal for the upcoming school year opened on November 1, 2025. 3. The school has only one intake per year. New students must join the autumn term no later than September 30. The admissions regulations provide guidelines for student placement; the school does not offer short-term placements. A submitted application does not guarantee admission; wait for a positive confirmation. Incomplete or incorrect information in the application can result in loss of a place. The school requires a copy of a Norwegian passport to be attached to the application. 4. Pricing for the 2026/27 school year includes the enrollment fee of 565€ (8–10) and 525€ (1–7), automatically deducted from the spring invoice. Autumn tuition is 1400€ (8–10) and 1300€ (1–7); spring tuition is 1680€ (8–10) and 1560€ (1–7). A second-child discount applies: 176€ in autumn and 264€ in spring. Cafeteria fees are 250€ in autumn and 330€ in spring. Payments are by bank transfer to Fundacion Cultural Noruega, Kutxabank, IBAN ES52 2095 8605 60 9167584714, SWIFT BASKES2BXXX; include the student's name and the relevant term as the reference.
Waitlist
Places beyond the main intake are allocated if capacity remains, on a waitlist basis.
FAQs
What does Den Norske Skolen Malaga offer?
Den Norske Skolen Málaga (DNS Málaga) is a private Norwegian primary and lower secondary school located on Costa del Sol, in Benalmádena and Arroyo de la Miel. It serves pupils aged 6 to 16 in grades 1–10. The school follows a bespoke Norwegian curri.
What age range?
Ages 6-16.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 2,905 to EUR 3,750.
How many students?
Approximately 135 students.
Co-educational?
Yes.
SEN support?
Not specifically mentioned.
Where?
In Spain.
Languages?
English and Spanish are typically offered.
Transport?
Contact school.
What makes it special?
Den Norske Skolen Málaga (DNS Málaga) is a private Norwegian primary and lower secondary school located on Costa del Sol, in Benalmádena and Arroyo de.
