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Franklins Gymnasium

Sweden, Molndal

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages Swedish, English
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School, High School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Franklins gymnasium is a municipal upper secondary school in Mölndal, located in renovated premises within Kulturhuset Möllan. It opened in autumn 2019 in collaboration with AstraZeneca to offer Life Science–oriented programs. The school provides three programs: Naturvetenskapsprogrammet (Natural Science), Teknikprogrammet (Technology), and International Baccalaureate, all with a Life Science profile. The IB Diploma Programme is taught in English and is available to students entering one of over 150 countries. Life Science brings together biology, mathematics, chemistry, technology and medicine to explore how life works and how diseases develop. Both Natural Science and Technology are university-preparatory, preparing students for higher education and future technology careers. The school emphasizes engagement with industry and researchers, including regular knowledge exchanges with AstraZeneca. A Local Sports Education option offers hockey alongside studies, and the school supports open houses and shadowing days to help prospective families learn about Franklins gymnasium. Engaged teachers and AstraZeneca knowledge exchanges.

Göteborgsvägen 19, 431 30 Mölndal, Sweden

The Essentials

Franklins Gymnasium has instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at Göteborgsvägen 19, 431 30 Mölndal.

Stages
Natural Science program, Technology program, and International Baccalaureate program are offered, all with a Life Science profile. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme starts in August 2026 and is taught in English.
Fees
Application fees
- No application fee is charged to apply to Franklins gymnasium for the 2026/27 academic year. Franklins is a municipal (kommunal) upper-secondary school and does not levy an application or admission fee.

Tuition fees (per term and by year group)
- Year 1 (År 1): SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per academic year (2026/27).
- Year 2 (År 2): SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per academic year (2026/27).
- Year 3 (År 3): SEK 0 per term — SEK 0 per academic year (2026/27).
- Explanation: Education in the municipal gymnasium is provided without tuition charges to students; there is no per-term or per-year tuition billed for standard study places.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No regular tuition invoices are issued because no tuition is charged.
- Where optional, chargeable items occur (for example voluntary study trips, certain course-related consumables or activity fees), those items are invoiced individually by the municipality and are payable according to the invoice terms shown on each bill. Municipal invoicing methods include paper invoice, e-invoice to an internet bank, digital delivery and the option to register for autogiro; invoices include a QR code for quick payment. Payment is due on the date shown on the invoice and follows the municipality's standard payment and reminder procedures.

Boarding fees (internat / inackordering)
- Franklins gymnasium does not operate boarding facilities; there are no boarding or dormitory fees charged for students at this school. Any inackordering arrangements (if required for specific, exceptional cases) would be handled under municipal rules for boarding support, but Franklins is organised as a day school in central Mölndal.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, equipment, materials, IT)
- Uniform: There is no mandatory school uniform and no uniform fee charged as part of standard enrolment at Franklins.
- IT equipment: Every enrolled student is provided with a loaned laptop (PC) for school use; students do not need to purchase a required school laptop. This reduces or removes laptop purchase costs for families.
- Course-specific costs: Some courses or optional activities may involve modest, occasional costs (for instance specialist consumables, safety clothing, laboratory materials, course excursions, or voluntary activities). When such costs occur they are billed separately as indicated under municipal invoicing.
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Franklins begins offering the IB Diploma Programme from August 2026. There is no per-student municipal tuition charge for attending the municipal IB programme; any external examination fees charged by the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) are normally handled at programme level according to the school/municipality's arrangements.

Refund information
- Tuition refunds: Not applicable — no tuition is charged for municipal study places, so there is no tuition to refund.
- Refunds for paid optional items: Refunds or cancellations for optional, fee-based activities (such as trips or externally arranged services) follow the invoicing and refund rules used by the municipality and are handled on a case-by-case basis according to the terms on the invoice or the activity booking conditions. Payment, reminder and refund procedures follow municipal financial rules.

Fee payment options
- For any invoice issued by the municipality (optional activities, materials, etc.) the accepted payment methods include e-invoice (to your internet bank), digital invoice delivery, paper invoice with QR code for fast payment via bank apps, and autogiro (direct debit). Business/official invoices can also be received in SVE/PEPPOL formats. Specific payment details and due dates appear on each invoice.

If a family expects particular chargeable items (for example an overseas optional trip or special course equipment), those items are invoiced separately and the invoice will state the payment deadline and accepted payment methods.
Academics

Franklins Gymnasium teaches IB (DP).

Curriculum
Natural Science program, Technology program, and International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma Programme), all with a Life Science profile. The IB Diploma Programme is taught in English. Life Science includes biology, mathematics, chemistry, technology, and medicine.

Higher Education Progression
Best possible preparation for university or higher education.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school aims to create an environment where academic success and positive social relations go hand in hand, with intellectual development, personal maturity and lifelong learning at the center. It encourages students to explore and express their unique personalities in a safe and open learning environment. A democratic approach ensures each student's voice is heard and contributes to shaping the school community. The school supports students in becoming engaged and empathetic individuals through collaboration with AstraZeneca and life science-focused education. By combining Life Science with a broader academic perspective and partnerships with the surrounding community, the school fosters social responsibility and global awareness.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has an elevhälsoteam (student health team) and administration for student support. You can contact the elevhälsoteam and administration for support, guidance, or help with administrative questions or mentorship. The Team page provides contact details for the elevhälsoteam and administration. The team is part of the school's support structure to assist students with various needs. Students and families can reach out through the provided contact channels for assistance.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school will offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme starting in August 2026. The IB Diploma Programme is taught in English. The DP is recognised by universities worldwide and provides full eligibility for Swedish universities. The DP encourages students to think critically, develop independence, and understand global contexts, preparing them for success at university and beyond. The DP Core includes Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay (EE), and courses are offered across language, mathematics, sciences and social sciences.

Mental Wellbeing
The elevhälsoteam supports students' mental wellbeing and overall health. Students can contact the elevhälsoteam for guidance and support related to wellbeing. The school's environment aims to be safe and open, fostering positive relationships and social connections that contribute to wellbeing. The democratic approach and collaborative activities help students develop coping skills, resilience, and a sense of belonging. The team and school community work together to support students through personal and academic challenges.
Parent Experience

History
Franklins gymnasium is a municipal high school run by Mölndals stad. It is located in fresh, renovated premises in Mölndals centrum, in kulturhuset Möllan (formerly the library). The school opened in autumn 2019 in collaboration with AstraZeneca, offering Life Science–oriented programs. It teaches the Naturvetenskapsprogrammet (Natural Science), Teknikprogrammet (Technology), and International Baccalaureate, all with a Life Science profile. Before opening, extensive preparatory work was conducted, including listening to pupils from primary and secondary schools, talking with companies, studying Life Science, and drawing on input from about 2,400 university students to shape the approach.

Community
Franklins gymnasium has a rich social life with various elevföreningar (student associations). Current associations include the Franklins elevkår, Franklins FC football club, the school newspaper, GSA (Gay Straight Alliance), Franklins Spelförening, Science Club, Franklins Matteklubb, Franklins Musikförening, Franklins Rollspelsförening, and Franklins HP – a study group focused on the university entrance exam.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Franklins gymnasium is a School of Science with a Life Science profile, offering great future opportunities, engaged teachers, pedagogy at the forefront, good facilities, and knowledge exchanges with researchers from AstraZeneca. We offer the Natural Science Programme, the Technology Programme, and International Baccalaureate, all with a Life Science profile, and the International Baccalaureate is taught in English and available in over 150 countries. Life Science includes biology, mathematics, chemistry, technology and medicine, and understanding what life is, how life works, and what happens when living organisms are affected by different diseases requires knowledge and perspectives from many disciplines. Here you will find all information about Franklins gymnasium and how we work to give you the best possible preparation for university. The Natural Science Programme is university-preparatory and suitable for those who find science exciting and want to know more about how everything in the world is built. The Technology Programme is a university-preparatory program for those who in the future want to work on developing new technology or further developing existing advanced technology.

Academic Facilities
The Natural Science Programme is university-preparatory. Life Science includes biology, mathematics, chemistry, technology and medicine. The Technology Programme is a university-preparatory program for those who in the future want to work on developing new technology or further developing existing advanced technology. International Baccalaureate is taught in English and is one of the world's most recognized upper secondary educations and is available at schools in over 150 countries.

Extra Curricular Facilities
You can now study Hockey as LIU. Those who pursue ice hockey have the opportunity to combine their sport with studies at Franklins gymnasium. Hockey becomes a new option within the school's local sports education LIU.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Franklins gymnasium offers the Natural Science Program, the Technology Program, and the International Baccalaureate (IB), all with a Life Science profile. The Life Science profile integrates biology, mathematics, chemistry, technology, and medicine to provide interdisciplinary understanding of life and disease. The IB Diploma Programme is taught in English and is globally recognized. The school collaborates with researchers from AstraZeneca to enrich student learning and create opportunities to engage with real-world science.

Cultural & Language
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is taught in English and is an internationally recognized program present in schools in over 150 countries.

Social & Hobbies
Prospective students can visit Franklins gymnasium at open houses or arrange a shadowing day. Hockey is offered as part of LIU (Local Sports Education), allowing students to combine ice hockey with their studies at Franklins gymnasium.

Community & Service
Knowledge exchange with researchers from AstraZeneca enriches the learning environment and inspires the next generation of scientists and specialists in medicine and technology.

Leadership & Professional
Franklins gymnasium emphasizes collaboration with industry and researchers to prepare students for higher education and future careers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A new Local Sports Education option includes hockey, enabling students to pursue sport alongside academic studies.
Languages

Language Provision
International Baccalaureate (IB) is an English-language education and one of the world's most recognized upper-secondary programs, available in over 150 countries. The IB Diploma Programme is part of the IB. Starting in August 2026, the IB Diploma Programme will be offered at Franklins gymnasium.
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