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Taught languages Swedish, English, French, Spanish, German
Typical class size 12
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Sport
Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Nordic International School Essingen is a British-inspired primary school in Stockholm's Stora Essingen, opened in 2022. It serves students in grades 4–9 (ages 9–15) with an international profile and a bilingual environment. English is used in daily life, with Swedish and international teachers; as students progress, more instruction occurs in English. The curriculum blends a Swedish comprehensive framework with international elements, and teaching follows Rosenshine's principles, using printed textbooks alongside digital tools. Core aims are order, community, and safety, embedded in a structured learning environment designed to support knowledge development and social skills. The rector is Callie Carning. Facilities include a sports hall, a schoolyard, dining room, and classrooms. A House system fosters belonging, leadership, and school-wide activities. Progress is monitored closely, with Year 9 students aiming to leave as competent, confident global citizens. Language development and research-based pedagogy are key features, with a strong emphasis on community and wellbeing.
Nordic International School Essingen has 480 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in Swedish, English.
Location
The school is located in scenic Stora Essingen, in the heart of Stockholm. It has about 480 pupils in grades 4-9 and around 40 staff. English is used naturally in daily life and there is a bilingual environment.
Stages
4-9
Type
Primary school
School day structure
Structured study environment with high expectations, clear routines and consistent structure throughout the school day, emphasizing orderliness, community and safety.
Fees
Annual tuition at Nordic International School Essingen ranges from SEK 0 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- There is no application fee for Nordic International School Essingen. Enrollment is free of charge.
Tuition fees by school year (per term and per year)
- Years 4–9: SEK 0 per term; SEK 0 per academic year. There is no tuition charge for any compulsory year groups at the school.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no regular tuition billing schedule or tuition payment terms because no tuition is charged. Any occasional, separately billed items (for example optional paid activities or external services) are invoiced separately when applicable and must be paid according to the invoice terms included with those specific charges.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not offered at Nordic International School Essingen. There are no boarding fees. The school operates as a day primary school for Years 4–9.
Other costs or fees (uniform, meals, materials, optional activities)
- School uniform: Supplied by the school at no cost to families. - School meals: School lunch is provided without charge. - School materials: Necessary school materials are provided free of charge. - Optional activities and extras: Costs for optional items (for example certain excursions, external course providers, or voluntary extracurricular offerings) are charged separately when relevant and will appear as separate invoices. Families are responsible only for such optional or extra services that they choose or where an additional charge is explicitly communicated.
Refund information
- As there is no tuition charged, there is no tuition refund process required. Refunds apply only to optional paid items that have been invoiced; those refunds, if any, are handled according to the terms stated on the invoice for that specific item.
Fee payment options
- No tuition payments are required. For any separately invoiced optional items, payment instructions and accepted methods (for example bank transfer or the payment methods specified on the invoice) will be provided on that invoice.
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Academics
Nordic International School Essingen teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 9 to 15.
Curriculum
Swedish comprehensive school with an international profile for grades F-9 in Essingen (Stockholm). The school runs a bilingual environment with Swedish and international teachers; English is used naturally in everyday life and, with increasing age, more teaching is in English. The concept emphasizes orderliness, research-based teaching methods and a structured learning environment designed to support knowledge development and social skills.
Exam Results
In spring 2025, 22% of Nordic graduates earned grades higher than their national test results. 94% of graduates are qualified for upper secondary school, and 88% of Year 6 pupils achieve passing grades in all subjects. The Grade 9 average merit score is 280.6 points, about 52 points above the national average.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school maintains an international environment with English used in everyday life. Respect between pupils and staff is central, and pupils participate in a House system that fosters belonging and social responsibility. Pupils' daily lives are enriched by excursions, theme days and assemblies that celebrate academic success and social responsibility. The school aims to develop competent and confident global citizens leaving Year 9. The school health service works closely with teachers to support students' social and academic development. [Source: Nordic International Essingen page]
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is used naturally in everyday life and the school provides a bilingual environment with Swedish and international teachers. Up to half of teaching is in English, with increasing use of English as pupils progress to higher year groups. [Source: Nordic International Essingen page]
Mental Wellbeing
The school health service works closely with teachers to support students' social and academic development. The environment is safe and secure, with doors locked during the day and visitors admitted via reception, contributing to a calm, orderly learning environment. [Source: Nordic International Essingen page]
Safeguarding
Safety and security are priorities: a safe and secure learning environment, daily routines, staff welcoming students each morning, and controlled access via reception. The health service supports safeguarding through active collaboration with staff to monitor students' wellbeing. [Source: Nordic International Essingen page]
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions are conducted through a queue; join the Nordic International Essingen Queue to apply; queue registration is available. Admissions opened for Autumn term 2022.
FAQs
What curriculum does Nordic International School Essingen offer?
Nordic International School Essingen offers British curriculum. Swedish comprehensive school with an international profile for grades F-9 in Essingen (Stockholm). The school runs a bilingual environment with Swedish and international teachers; English is used naturally in everyday life and, with increasing age, more teaching is in English.
What age range does Nordic International School Essingen cater for?
Nordic International School Essingen accepts students from age 9 to 15.
What are the fees at Nordic International School Essingen?
**Application fees** - There is no application fee for Nordic International School Essingen. Enrollment is free of charge. **Tuition fees by school year (per term and per year)** - Years 4–9: SEK 0 per term; SEK 0 per academic year. There is no tuition charge for any compulsory year groups at the school.
Where is Nordic International School Essingen located?
Nordic International School Essingen is located in Sweden. The school is located in scenic Stora Essingen, in the heart of Stockholm. It has about 480 pupils in grades 4-9 and around 40 staff. English is used naturally in daily life and there is a bilingual environment.
Is Nordic International School Essingen co-educational?
Nordic International School Essingen is a co-educational school. Primary school.
How do I apply to Nordic International School Essingen?
The admissions process at Nordic International School Essingen: Admissions are conducted through a queue; join the Nordic International Essingen Queue to apply; queue registration is available. Admissions opened for Autumn term 2022.
Does Nordic International School Essingen offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
English is used naturally in everyday life and the school provides a bilingual environment with Swedish and international teachers. Up to half of teaching is in English, with increasing use of English as pupils progress to higher year groups.
What facilities does Nordic International School Essingen have?
The school is located in scenic Stora Essingen, in the heart of Stockholm. About 480 students in grades 4-9 study here with around 40 staff. We value orderliness, community and safety and security. The pedagogy is research-based and guided by Rosenshine's 10 principles of good teaching, with teacher Sports facilities include: On-site facilities include a sports hall. The Premises section shows a schoolyard, entrance, dining room and classrooms.
What extra-curricular activities are available at Nordic International School Essingen?
Nordic International School Essingen offers a range of extra-curricular activities. Pupils' daily lives are enriched by excursions, theme days and assemblies, where we celebrate both academic success and social responsibility. English is used in everyday life within an international environment, supporting collaborative learning. The House system strengthens community and provides Safety and security underpin all learning.
What languages are taught at Nordic International School Essingen?
The school provides instruction in Swedish and English in a bilingual setting. English is used in everyday life, and up to half of teaching is in English, increasing with age. The school offers a bilingual environment with Swedish and international teachers.
Who is the head of Nordic International School Essingen?
The head of school at Nordic International School Essingen is Callie Carning.
How many students attend Nordic International School Essingen?
Nordic International School Essingen has approximately 480 students. The school serves students from age 9 to 15.
When was Nordic International School Essingen founded?
Nordic International School Essingen was founded in 2022. Nordic International School Essingen was founded in 2022 in Stockholm's Stora Essingen. It operates as a British-inspired primary school with an international profile, serving students in grades 4–9 and employing around 40 staff for about 480 pupils.
Does Nordic International School Essingen have a uniform policy?
From autumn 2025, school uniforms are removed and a common dress code is introduced to foster community, Nordic Spirit.
What is the parent community like at Nordic International School Essingen?
The school offers an international environment where English is used naturally in everyday life. Respect between pupils and staff is central, and students are addressed as Ms. or Mr.
