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Nordic International School Essingen

Sweden, Stockholm

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Extra-Curricular Activities

Clubs, activities, and opportunities to explore interests and passions

Academic and Intellectual

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 opportunities to participate in school-wide activities linked to learning. One goal is to have competent and confident global citizens leaving Year 9.

Cultural and Language

The school offers an international environment with English used in everyday life. The school provides a bilingual environment with Swedish and international teachers. English is used in teaching as students grow older.

Social and Hobbies

The House system strengthens community and pride among pupils. Pupils' daily lives are enriched by excursions, theme days and assemblies. These activities celebrate both academic success and social responsibility. There are stimulating recess activities inside and outside the classroom.

Community and Service

Pupils' daily lives are enriched by activities such as excursions, theme days and assemblies, where social responsibility is celebrated. The House system strengthens community and pride among pupils. One of our goals is to have competent and confident global citizens leaving Year 9.

Leadership and Professional

The House system provides opportunities for leadership and collaboration across year groups. Students are encouraged to lead and participate in school-wide activities through the House system. The school emphasizes respectful conduct and a positive ethos with the motto Work Hard – Be Kind.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Safety and security underpin all learning. Every morning, staff welcome students at the entrance, and the school health service supports students' social and academic development. The classroom environment is organized to support well-being, with recess activities designed to engage students both inside and outside.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Swedish, English
Fees Unlisted
Ages 9 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 480
Type Co-educational
Opened 2022
Bus Service No

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.

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