Spain, Malaga
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No boarding is offered.
The school has a mandatory uniform.
The school has its own canteen that serves hot meals daily. The canteen is voluntary and costs about €2.50 per day. Most families use the service.
The school is a private school under the friskoleloven and follows the Norwegian curricula. It is run by an ideal foundation that governs the school. The board consists of 3–5 members elected by the foundation, with a staff representative, a parent association (FAU) representative, and the student council leader attending board meetings, along with the rector.
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.