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Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
British International School of Stockholm – Altorp Campus sits at Östra Valhallavägen 17 in Djursholm, offering education from age 3 to 18. The school operates across two campuses: Altorp Campus (Nursery–Year 4) and Ekeby Campus (Year 5–Year 13). The curriculum combines UK-based frameworks with international programmes: Foundation Stage follows the UK EYFS; Primary uses the Cambridge Primary Curriculum and IPC; Cambridge IGCSEs are studied in Years 10–11; and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Language options include Swedish, French and Spanish, with Computing and other subjects taught across phases. The Altorp Campus provides indoor and outdoor learning spaces, and Forest School sessions in Altorp Forest. Foundation Stage includes specialist instruction in Music, PE, Computing, Library and Swedish, while Primary and Secondary offer specialist teaching in Music, PE, Languages and Computing. The school uses Chromebooks for digital learning and maintains a pastoral and house-system framework, supporting students through an international pathway.
British International School of Stockholm - Altorp Campus has 380 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
Altorp Campus is located at Östra Valhallavägen 17, 182 68, Djursholm, Stockholm, Sweden. It sits in Djursholm, a northern suburb of Stockholm. The campus is reachable from central Stockholm by public transportation, car, or bicycle.
Stages
Two campuses host different levels. Altorp Campus serves Nursery through Year 6; Ekeby Campus serves Years 7–13.
Type
British international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has 380 students from over 50 nationalities.
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for as long as necessary.
Country affiliation
British
Bus service
No school bus service is offered.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at British International School of Stockholm - Altorp Campus ranges from SEK 132,000 to SEK 179,000 for 2026/27.
Application and enrolment fees
- Application fee: SEK 3,000 per child, capped at SEK 9,000 per family. - Enrolment fee (payable on acceptance): SEK 60,000 for the first and second child; SEK 50,000 for the third and subsequent children. - Re‑enrolment fee (where a child has been unenrolled and the family reapplies): SEK 30,000 per child.
Tuition fees by year group (2026/27) — annual and per term
Note: The school invoices two times per year with 50% of annual tuition due each term; per‑term figures below are 50% of the annual amount.
- Foundation (Nursery & Reception): Annual SEK 179,000 — Per term SEK 89,500. - Year 1: Standard annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000. If the child is ineligible for municipal subsidy, the higher annual fee SEK 179,000 applies — Per term SEK 89,500. - Year 2: Annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000. - Year 3: Annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000. - Year 4: Annual SEK 132,000 — Per term SEK 66,000. - Year 5: Annual SEK 134,000 — Per term SEK 67,000. - Year 6: Annual SEK 139,500 — Per term SEK 69,750. - Year 7: Annual SEK 144,000 — Per term SEK 72,000. - Year 8: Annual SEK 144,000 — Per term SEK 72,000. - Year 9: Annual SEK 154,000 — Per term SEK 77,000. - Year 10: Annual SEK 172,000 — Per term SEK 86,000. - Year 11: Annual SEK 172,000 — Per term SEK 86,000. - Year 12: Annual SEK 180,000 — Per term SEK 90,000. - Year 13: Annual SEK 180,000 — Per term SEK 90,000.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoicing frequency: Twice per year; 50% of the annual tuition is invoiced per term. Autumn‑term invoices are issued in February; Spring‑term invoices are issued in September. Payment terms are 30 days from the date of the invoice. - Late payment charges: SEK 500 if an invoice is unpaid after the due date; an additional reminder charge of SEK 2,500 is applied if a further reminder is required. Failure to settle outstanding tuition by published deadlines may lead to unenrolment. - Billing method: All invoicing is issued electronically; the school requires accurate billing details and an up‑to‑date billing contact.
Payment methods and bank details
- Domestic (within Sweden): Bankgiro 544‑5937. - International payments: IBAN SE29 5000 0000 0542 8100 3223, SWIFT/BIC ESSESESS (Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken, SEB, Mörby centrum). All connecting bank charges for international transfers are to be paid by the payer. - Payments are processed against the electronic invoices; no specific card payment method is listed in the school's published Terms of Payment.
Sibling discounts and fee adjustments
- Sibling discounts: Third sibling receives a 5% tuition discount; fourth and subsequent siblings receive a 10% tuition discount. Discounts are applied to the younger sibling(s) while three or more children attend the school concurrently. The enrolment fee is reduced for third and subsequent children. - Government subsidy (skolpeng) effect: Published tuition rates apply to children registered with a Swedish municipality who hold a Swedish personal identification number. Families whose children are not registered with the local kommun (and therefore do not generate municipal subsidy to the school) are liable for an additional fee to cover the subsidy shortfall; Year 1 has a specific higher fee for eligible/ineligible subsidy cases as noted above.
Other potential costs
- Fees are stated to be inclusive of all school activities and services unless explicitly specified otherwise. Items that may be charged separately include after‑school care, extracurricular activities, and residential trips. Specific charges for these items are published separately when applicable. - The school does not publish a standard uniform charge, bus fee, or specific exam/assessment charges in the primary Fee Schedule; where such items are chargeable, separate notices or invoices are issued.
Boarding
- The school operates as a day school; boarding facilities are not offered.
Refunds and withdrawal
- Refund policy: Pupils are enrolled until the end of a term and any payments made to secure a place for the next term are final. There are no refunds, reductions or transfer of paid fees due to delayed entry, absence or withdrawal.
Summary contact for fee queries
- For fee queries and specific billing matters, contact the school's Finance Office at fees@bisstockholm.se.
Academics
British International School of Stockholm - Altorp Campus teaches Cambridge (Primary), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Foundation Stage (Ages 3-5) uses the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Forest School is part of the program at Altorp Campus. Primary (Ages 5-11) and Secondary (Ages 11-16) follow a British-based curriculum with language options including Swedish, French, and Spanish. Cambridge IGCSEs are taught in Years 10-11, followed by the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) in Years 12-13. The school operates on two campuses: Altorp Campus (Nursery–Year 4) and Ekeby Campus (Year 5–Year 13), located in Djursholm and Danderyd.
Transcripts for university applications include IGCSE results (Years 9-10), DP grades, and predicted DP grades, enabling applications to universities worldwide. The curriculum is designed to enable smooth transition to other English-speaking schools and examination courses around the world.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit Your Application. Apply online using the application form. You'll need recent school reports, copies of passport/photo ID, and any learning support assessments if applicable. Applications are welcome year-round with no entrance exams. 2. Assessment (If Needed). If English language support or learning needs are required, the Head of Individual Needs may schedule a conversation to discuss the necessary support. This is not a test. 3. Receive Your Offer. If space is available and BISS can meet your child's needs, a formal offer letter by email will be issued. The offer includes the year group placement, fees, and start date. For questions about admissions, contact the Admissions Officer.
Waitlist
Waitlists are used when a year group is oversubscribed. Places are offered according to a priority system: 1) siblings of current students (who have been at the school for at least one full term at the time of application); 2) returnees—re-enrolment of previous students within two years of leaving; 3) students of expatriate families, living in Sweden for a limited time; 4) all other applicants according to the first category. BISS teachers' children gain entry and are not waitlisted, subject to spaces being available. Nursery places have priority for children who are three years old before August 31 in the year prior to entering Nursery. Placement on the waitlist does not guarantee entry, and the waitlist position can change as higher-priority applicants are added. If a place is offered and declined twice within an academic year, the name is removed from the waiting list. Early registration is advisable because the date of receipt of the application form and required documentation is decisive when multiple applicants are in the same priority group and only one place is available. Final confirmation of a place will be given as soon as possible.
School Events
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FAQs
Where are the two BIS Stockholm campuses located and which year groups do they serve?
Altorp Campus is at Östra Valhallavägen 17, 182 68, Djursholm, and serves Nursery to Year 4. Ekeby Campus is at Rinkebyvägen 4, 182 36, Danderyd, and serves Years 5–13.
What is the overall age range and structure of the British International School of Stockholm – Altorp Campus?
The school serves children aged 3 to 18. It operates as a two-campus, co-educational British international school with Foundation Stage, Primary, and Secondary sections.
Which curriculum paths do students follow from early years through to senior school?
Foundation Stage follows the UK EYFS curriculum. Primary and Secondary follow a British-based curriculum, with Cambridge IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13.
What are the annual tuition ranges for 2026/27 and how are they billed?
Tuition ranges from 132,000 SEK to 179,000 SEK per year depending on the year group. The school invoices twice per year, with 50% of the annual tuition due each term.
Are there any government subsidies or special considerations that affect tuition?
Yes. If a child is registered with a Swedish municipality and has a Swedish personal identification number, municipal subsidies apply; otherwise a supplementary fee may apply, and Year 1 has a higher rate for those not receiving subsidy.
Is there a waitlist for oversubscribed year groups, and how are places allocated?
Yes, waitlists are used when a year group is oversubscribed. Priority goes to siblings, then returnees, then expatriate families, and then other applicants; teachers' children may gain entry if spaces are available.
Do BIS Stockholm provide any scholarships or financial aid?
The school does not publish scholarships. Sibling discounts are available: 5% for the third sibling, and 10% for the fourth and subsequent siblings.
What documents are needed for admissions and is an entrance exam required?
Applications are submitted online with recent school reports, passport/photo ID, and any learning support assessments. There are no entrance exams; assessments may occur if English language support or learning needs are required.
What is the student–teacher ratio at BIS Stockholm – Altorp Campus?
The student–teacher ratio is 8:1, supporting smaller class sizes and more individual attention.
How does BIS Stockholm support university applications and transcripts?
Transcripts for university applications include IGCSE results, DP grades, and predicted DP grades to support applications to universities worldwide.
What facilities and learning spaces does Altorp Campus offer for Foundation Stage?
Foundation Stage has indoor and outdoor learning spaces, weekly Forest School sessions in nearby Altorp Forest, and specialist instruction in Music, PE, Computing, Library, and Swedish.
Are there modern digital learning tools used at secondary levels?
Yes, BIS Stockholm uses digital learning with Chromebooks for teachers and secondary students.
What kinds of extracurricular activities and clubs are available?
ECAs cover five categories, including Movement and Sports (Curling, Table Tennis, Cheerleading, Karate), Arts (Art Club, Water Colour), language clubs (Dutch, German), and tech/knowledge clubs (Chess Club, Coding, AI for Kids, Book Publishing). There are also drama, choir, and instrument lessons.
What leadership opportunities exist beyond the classroom?
The school's House System assigns every student and staff member to a House with competitions; residential trips and external events also promote leadership and teamwork.
Does BIS Stockholm offer any well-being or mental health support?
Yes. PSHE covers wellbeing and mental health, supported by pastoral care, school nurses, counsellors, safeguarding leads, and the Peer Education Project (PEP) to help students support themselves and peers.
What safeguarding and wellbeing structures are in place?
Pastoral care is led by a senior leader with a team including nurses and counsellors, and safeguarding leads; the school has documented safeguarding procedures to protect students.
Is boarding available at BIS Stockholm?
No, BIS Stockholm operates as a day school; boarding facilities are not offered.
Is there a school uniform, and what do students wear?
There is no school uniform. Students wear a BIS Stockholm PE kit for physical education.
What meals are provided on campus?
Both Altorp and Ekeby campuses offer a lunch service prepared by kitchen staff.
How is the school governed and what kind of accreditation does it hold?
The school is a non-profit institution managed by Stiftelsen Borgen 2, with a Board of Governors elected by parents and staff. BIS Stockholm holds COBIS accreditation, is an IB World School, and is a Cambridge IGCSE center.
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