International schools in Copenhagen
Copenhagen is home to a variety of renowned international schools, making it an excellent destination for expat families seeking quality education. Whether you’re looking for an IB curriculum, British or American programs, or something more specialized, this guide provides a comprehensive list of international schools in Copenhagen to help you make an informed decision for your child’s education.
Top International Schools in Copenhagen
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Copenhagen International School (CIS)
Location: Levantkaj, Nordhavn
Ages: 3 to High School
About: CIS is an IB World School, offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP).
Lycée Francais Prins Henrik
Location: Frederiksberg Alle, Frederiksberg
Ages: 3 to High School
About: This French school is part of the AEFE (Agence de l’Enseignement Français à l’étranger) and offers a curriculum based on the French education system.
European School Copenhagen
Location: Carlsbergbyen, Valby
Ages: Nursery to Secondary
About: A public international school offering multilingual education with a European focus.
Rygaards International School
Location: Bernstorffsvej, Hellerup
Ages: 4 to 16
About: A co-educational school offering both international and Christian/Catholic education.
International School of Hellerup
Location: Rygårds Alle, Hellerup
Ages: 3 to 19
About: ISH offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum, from Primary to Diploma Programme
Institut Sankt Joseph Copenhagen
Location: Dag Hammarskjölds Alle, Østerbro
Ages: 5 to 16
About: A Catholic school with a bilingual department offering both Danish and international curriculums.
Carolineskolen
Location: Strandvejen 93, Østerbro
Ages: 6 to 16
About: A Jewish school that integrates religious education with academic excellence.
Public Schools in Copenhagen
Public Schools in general Children aged between 6 to 16 can attend public schools (Folkeskole) for free. Before you can enroll your child in a public school, you and your child need to have a registered address in Copenhagen and your stay in Copenhagen needs to be for a period of more than 6 months. Unlike private schools, your child does not need a CPR-number to start public school – the process of the enrolment can start immediately when you have a registered address. Your children are guaranteed enrollment in the school(s) in your district. You can also choose a public school outside your district; however, you will not be guaranteed enrollment
