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United Kingdom, London
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Swedish is the core language of instruction, with Swedish language lessons emphasising reading, writing, and grammar. English is taught from Year 1 and given equal importance to develop fluency in both languages. Pupils have the option to study a modern foreign language. The curriculum follows the Swedish national curriculum, and pupils sit Swedish national assessments from Grade 3 (approximately Year 2).
The Swedish School in London follows the Swedish national curriculum within a bilingual and international setting. Swedish language lessons emphasise reading, writing, and grammar. English is given equal importance, with English lessons from Year 1 tailored to ability. Pupils develop academic fluency in both Swedish and English, and have the opportunity to study a modern foreign language.
Svenska Skolan London is an independent Swedish international school serving ages 2 to 18. It follows the Swedish national curriculum in a British context, with instruction in Swedish and some subjects in English. The school is operated by The Swedish School Society in London, a registered charity, and is supervised by OfSTED. Preschool (2–5), Grundskola (6–16) and Gymnasium are offered, with the sixth form housed at The National Archives site in Kew. The campus is based in Barnes and Kew: preschool and primary at 82 Lonsdale Road, Barnes, and the gymnasium at The National Archives, Bessant Drive, Kew. London is used as a living classroom, with the city's culture, history and society serving as learning resources. The bilingual environment supports language development in Swedish and English. Students benefit from small teaching groups and a track record of university admissions in Sweden and the UK. The school reinvests income into facilities.
